Apparatus and method for separating and concentrating fluids containing multiple components
US9642956B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 27, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0638
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A buoy or float can be positioned within a separation container to assist in a physical separation of components of a whole material positioned in the separation container. The buoy can be positioned within the container to move from between and separation a first end and a second end of the container substantially unaffected by a portion of the whole material, including a clotted portion thereof. A first port can be provided near the first end of the container for introduction of the whole material and a second port can be provided near the second end of the container for removal of at least a portion of a separated material.
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