Adsorber Manifold Design for Uniform Gas Flow Distribution

The patent combines multiple adsorbent modules into a single integrated adsorber with a common manifold system. The N modules are arranged in parallel within one adsorber vessel, sharing common inlet and outlet manifolds, which reduces the number of separate connections and minimizes dead volumes compared to using multiple independent adsorbers.

The patent arranges the N inlet nozzles and N outlet nozzles in circular patterns at different axial positions within the adsorber. This spatial arrangement in multiple dimensions (radial and axial) optimizes flow distribution and minimizes pressure head losses while maintaining high purification capacity.

The patent uses a common inlet manifold and common outlet manifold that serve all N adsorbent modules within a single adsorber. This merged manifold system ensures uniform pressure distribution to all modules, improving fluid distribution compared to separate connection systems.

The common manifold design creates equipotential conditions for pressure distribution across all N modules. By providing a shared pressure source and collection system, the patent ensures that all modules receive comparable pressure heads, enabling uniform flow distribution throughout the parallel module array.

The patent positions inlet nozzles and outlet nozzles at different axial positions within the adsorber, creating a three-dimensional manifold arrangement. This multi-dimensional configuration provides adequate flow distribution without requiring excessively large manifold volumes, thus minimizing dead volumes while maintaining good fluid distribution.

The patent optimizes the manifold dimensions and nozzle arrangements to achieve dynamic balance in flow distribution. The manifold size and nozzle positions are designed to provide uniform pressure distribution under operating conditions without creating excessive dead volumes that would increase energy consumption during pressure cycles.