Apparatus and method for generating swirling flow
US9956532B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 6, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 1, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F2215/0481
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus and method for generating a swirl is disclosed that is used to induce an axi-symmetric swirling flow to an incoming flow. The disclosed subject matter induces a uniform and axi-symmetric swirl, circumferentially around a discharge location, thus imparting a more accurate, repeatable, continuous, and controllable swirl and mixing condition of interest. Moreover, the disclosed subject matter performs the swirl injection at a lower pressure drop in comparison to a more traditional methods and devices.
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