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US3743103A
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Phase separator for continuous flow operation
Assignee: Bayer Corp
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Filing: 1971-10-13
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Granted: 1973-07-03
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Expires: 1991-10-13
Abstract
Abstract A separator for separating multiphase fluid streams. The separator includes inlet and outlet means having wettable means positioned within the inlet means to direct the fluid to the outlet means.
Inventors
- 👤 A Buccafuri
- 👤 J Isreeli
- 👤 A Kassel
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 19:54
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01N; G01N35/00; G01N35/08; B; B01; B01D; B01D17/00; B01D17/02; B01D17/0208; B01D17/04; B01D17/045
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
99 words
A separator for separating phases from a multiphase fluid stream on a continuous flow basis comprising, an inlet for said multi-phase stream, first and second outlets, and means in said separator which are preferentially wettable by one of said phases to promote phase separation and the accumulation of said one phase on and around said means and the flow of said phase to a predetermined one of said outlets, said last-mentioned means extending generally from said inlet and to said predetermined one of said outlets, so as to direct said one phase to said predetermined one of said outlets.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
99 words
A separator for separating phases from a multiphase fluid stream on a continuous flow basis comprising, an inlet for said multi-phase stream, first and second outlets, and means in said separator which are preferentially wettable by one of said phases to promote phase separation and the accumulation of said one phase on and around said means and the flow of said phase to a predetermined one of said outlets, said last-mentioned means extending generally from said inlet and to said predetermined one of said outlets, so as to direct said one phase to said predetermined one of said outlets.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
A separator as in claim 1 wherein, said multi-phase stream comprises an aqueous phase and an organic phase, and wherein said means are preferentially wettable by said organic phase.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
36 words
A separator as in claim 1 wherein, said multi-phase stream comprises a polar phase and a non-polar phase, and wherein said means comprise a non-polar surface so as to be preferentially wettable by said non-polar phase.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
A separator as in claim 1 wherein, said last-mentioned means comprises a generally elongate member which is insertable into said separator to extend generally from said inlet and to said predetermined one of said outlets.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
34 words
A separator as in claim 2 wherein, said organic phase is heavier than said aqueous phase, said predetermined one of said outlets is disposed at a lower level than the other of said outlets.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
A separator as in claim 2 wherein, said aqueous phase is heavier than said organic phase, said predetermined one of said outlets is disposed at a higher level than the other of said outlets.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
27 words
A separator as in claim 1 further comprising, means to introduce a separating fluid after phase separation to segment the phase which flows to said predetermined outlet.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
29 words
A separator as in claim 1 further comprising, means to introduce a separating fluid after phase separation to segment the phase which flows to the other of said outlets.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-07-02 | 1977-01-01 | 1977-07-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-07-02 | 1981-01-01 | 1981-07-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-07-02 | 1985-01-01 | 1985-07-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |