Angled Annular Skirt Rotor for Separator Efficiency

The patent changes the geometric parameter of the annular skirt surface by angling it towards the axis of rotation. This angular orientation creates a centrifugal force component that redirects non-gaseous matter toward the waste outlet, fundamentally altering the flow dynamics and separation efficiency of the apparatus.

The annular skirt surface is designed with an asymmetric angular inclination rather than a symmetric or vertical orientation. This asymmetric geometry creates uneven force distribution on the effluent stream, preferentially directing particles and liquid toward the waste outlet while allowing gas to exit through the gas outlet.

By changing the angular parameter of the annular skirt surface, the patent modifies the trajectory of liquid in the effluent stream. This prevents liquid from reaching the space between rotor and stator, eliminating the source of increased drag and subsequent power requirements.

The angled surface configuration proactively prevents liquid from being ejected toward the gas outlet in the first place. By establishing the correct flow direction at the separation interface, the design anticipates and prevents the harmful effect of liquid trapping before it occurs.

The patent implements a single geometric parameter change - the angular orientation of the annular skirt surface. This straightforward parametric modification achieves improved separation without introducing complex mechanisms, multiple moving parts, or sophisticated control systems.

The angular orientation is applied locally to the annular skirt surface that contacts the effluent stream, rather than redesigning the entire rotor structure. This localized modification achieves the separation improvement while keeping the rest of the device simple and unchanged.