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Triple layer hydrophobic-hydrophilic membrane for membrane distillation applications

US9751052B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 17, 2011
Grant dateSep 5, 2017
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Expiry dateSep 6, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2325/38
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to a triple layer composite nanofiber membrane for Membrane Distillation (MD) applications. The triple layer membrane has an extremely hydrophobic nanofiber layer, a hydrophobic microporous middle layer and a hydrophilic backing layer for MD applications.

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