Variable Angle Layer Stack for Fluid Stream Chemical Separation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing separator systems for fluid streams are limited to specific situations and chemical compounds, lacking adaptability for widespread use and varying conditions.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that controls fluid stream flux velocity by varying the angle and distance between layers and using spreading apertures to create a thin film and droplets for impaction and diffusion-based collection of chemical compounds, allowing for adaptable separation across different surfaces and conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional liquid-gas contact devices are used for separation, then separation of specific chemical compounds is achieved, but the system lacks adaptability for different situations and surfaces
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a separation system that can handle multiple types of chemical compounds and fluid streams through adjustable parameters. The system uses a series of stages with variable liquid-to-gas ratios, allowing the same basic structure to adapt to different separation requirements without needing completely different devices for each application.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamics by making the liquid-to-gas ratio adjustable across different stages of the separation process. This dynamic parameter adjustment allows the system to optimize performance for different chemical compounds and operating conditions, transforming a static separator into an adaptable system that can respond to varying separation needs.
2Adaptability or versatility
If impact-based separation is used, then specific pollutants are removed, but the system is limited to particular situations and not optimized for widespread use
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the separation process into multiple stages, each with its own liquid injection point and separation zone. This segmentation allows different portions of the system to be optimized for different types of pollutants while maintaining a unified overall structure, enabling widespread applicability without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes parameter changes by varying the liquid-to-gas ratio across different stages to optimize separation for different chemical compounds. This parameter adjustment approach allows the same physical structure to handle diverse applications, reducing device complexity while maintaining versatility.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient and adaptable separation of chemical compounds in fluid streams by controlling flow velocity and using impaction and diffusion effects, effectively collecting a wide range of particles from fluid streams.
Implementation Method 1
collecting particles of the chemical compounds by impaction with the droplets, and by diffusion on the thin film
Implementation Method 2
collecting particles of the chemical compounds by impaction with the droplets, and by diffusion on the thin film
Implementation Method 3
generating droplets of chemical solution upstream of said stack, to be mixed in said fluid stream; collecting particles of the chemical compounds by impaction with the droplets
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AI summary
A system for chemical compounds collection, deposition and separation in a fluid stream includes: a stack of layers with a number of window openings, allowing the fluid stream to pass through, neighboring layers forming an angle 0≤α<90°, the angle and the distance between neighboring layers being variable and controlled, so as to control the velocity of the fluid stream; spreading apertures in between the layers, and adapted to spray liquid chemical solution inside the closed volume, so as to create a thin film on the surfaces of the layers and lateral walls of the closed volume; a system for generating droplets of chemical solution upstream of the stack, to be mixed in the fluid stream; particles of the chemical compounds being collected by impaction with the droplets, and by diffusion on the thin film, and counter flowing with the chemical solution.