System and method for improved duct pressure transfer in pressure exchange system
US9976573B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 5, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 10, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/2607
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rotary isobaric pressure exchanger (IPX) includes a first end cover having a first surface that interfaces with a first end face of a rotor, wherein the first end cover has at least one first fluid inlet and at least one first fluid outlet. The IPX includes a second end cover having a second surface that interfaces with a second end face of the rotor, wherein the second end cover has at least one second fluid inlet and at least one second fluid outlet. The IPX includes a port disposed through the first surface of the first end cover or through the second surface of the second end cover, wherein during rotation of the cylindrical rotor about the rotational axis the port is configured to fluidly communicate with at least one channel of the plurality of channels within the rotor.
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