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Vaporization apparatus with filming and compression means
Assignee: HARRY H BAHRENBURG
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Filing: 1969-02-24
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Granted: 1971-04-20
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Expires: 1989-02-24
Abstract
Abstract THIS INVENTION RELATES TO AN APPARATUS USED, FOR EXAMPLE, FOR RECOVERING FRESH POTABLE WATER FROM SALINE WATER, SUCH AS SEA WATER. THE APPARATUS INCLUDES A VAPOR COMPRESSOR TO OBTAIN A CONDENSATION TEMPERATURE SLIGHTLY HIGHER THAN THE BOILING POINT OF WATER. THE COMPRESSED VAPORS ARE CONDUCTED INTO A PLURALITY OF FINNED VERTICALLY DISPOSED TOWER CELLS OVER THE SURFACE OF WHICH THE SEA WATER FALLS AS A THIN FILM TO PRODUCE A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER VAPORS. THE APPARATUS ALSO INCLUDES A SINGLE LARGE CONTAINER IN WHICH THE FINNED VAPORIZATION CELLS ARE DISPOSED.
Inventors
- 👤 Harry H Bahrenburg
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CPC Classifications
B; B01; B01D; B01D1/00; B01D1/22; B01D1/222; C; C02; C02F; C02F1/00; C02F1/02; C02F1/04; C02F1/16; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S203/00; Y10S203/17; Y10S203/18; Y10S203/21
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-04-19 | 1974-10-19 | 1975-04-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-04-19 | 1978-10-19 | 1979-04-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-04-19 | 1982-10-19 | 1983-04-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |