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05-01-2017 дата публикации

PROCESS FOR SUPPLYING MAGNESIUM AND/OR CALCIUM ENRICHED WATER BASED BEVERAGE AND ASSOCIATED MANUFACTURING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170000164A1
Автор: Marchal Eric, Sublet Renaud
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The invention relates to a process for producing magnesium and/or calcium-enriched drinking water based beverage, comprising: preparing a concentrated aqueous solution of magnesium and/or calcium bicarbonate by, a) providing a powder of magnesium and/or calcium compound in a reactor (4); b) adding an aqueous liquid in said reactor; and c) injecting carbon dioxide (CO) into said reactor; adding at least part of the concentrated aqueous solution of magnesium and/or calcium bicarbonate into a flowing circuit comprising an aqueous liquid. The invention also relates to the associated manufacturing apparatus comprising a reactor. 1. A process for producing magnesium and/or calcium-enriched drinking water based beverage , comprising:preparing a concentrated aqueous solution of magnesium and/or calcium bicarbonate by,providing a powder of magnesium and/or calcium compound in a reactor;adding an aqueous liquid in the reactor; andinjecting carbon dioxide into the reactor; andadding at least part of the concentrated aqueous solution of magnesium and/or calcium bicarbonate into a flowing circuit comprising an aqueous liquid.2. A process according to wherein the magnesium compound is selected from the group consisting of magnesium oxide claim 1 , magnesium hydroxide claim 1 , magnesium carbonate claim 1 , and magnesium hydroxide carbonate.3. A process according to wherein the calcium compound is selected from the group consisting of calcium oxide claim 1 , calcium hydroxide claim 1 , and calcium carbonate.4. A process according to claim 1 , comprising measuring the electrical conductivity of the concentrated aqueous solution.5. A process according to wherein the reactor is kept under pressure of carbon dioxide of at least 1 atm.6. A process according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure of carbon dioxide in the reactor is in the range of 1 atm to 10 atm.7. A process according to claim 1 , wherein the solubility of magnesium and/or calcium compound is increased by increasing the ...

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Номер записи: 1
07-01-2021 дата публикации

ENHANCED MICRO BUBBLE DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHODS RELATED THERETO

Номер: US20210001286A1
Автор: Stevens Ron
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Systems and methods for enhanced filtration and separation of fluid from microorganisms, toxins and other particles in a more efficient manner is provided. The system may include a selectively removeable fitting or replaceable filter media and is suitable for use with liquid dispensing devices such as hydrotherapy jets, shower heads, liquid nozzles, and bathtub faucets. 1. A filtration system for use with a tub , basin or fluid reservoir , comprising:at least one fitting selectively removeable from the tub, basin or fluid reservoir and comprising a plurality of apertures;the plurality of apertures oriented to divert fluid passing from one side of the at least one fitting to the other side of the at least one fitting;the fitting is associated with an outlet, the outlet providing fluid to the tub, basin or fluid reservoir;a pump connected to the filtration system and in fluid communication with the at least one fitting;the fitting further comprising a rim that is configured to be substantially flush when the fitting is positioned against a wall of the tub, basin of fluid reservoir; anda filter that is selectively received by the fitting;wherein the filter is comprised of a material that permits the flow of water or other fluid to pass therethrough while restricting the passage of bacteria, chlorine, toxins, and other microorganisms larger than about 10 micron;wherein the filter comprises an outer perimeter that substantially conforms to the outer perimeter of the fitting and is secured to the fitting by placing an outer edge of the filter between the rim of the fitting and the wall of the tub, basin or fluid reservoir.2. The filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the fitting is selectively positionable on either an inner or an outer surface of the tub claim 1 , basin or fluid reservoir.3. The filtration system of claim 3 , wherein the fitting is comprised of a circular claim 3 , elliptical claim 3 , oval claim 3 , square claim 3 , rectangular claim 3 , triangular ...

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Номер записи: 2
07-01-2021 дата публикации

GAS-DISSOLVED WATER GENERATING APPARATUS

Номер: US20210001287A1
Автор: Kim Dong Sik
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Provided is a gas-dissolved water generating apparatus in which a pressure pump and a multi-stage mixer are sequentially arranged on at least one conduit; a circulation pipe connecting an inlet side of the pressure pump and a outlet side of the pressure pump is positioned on the conduit; a gas supply unit for supplying a predetermined external gas to one side of the circulation pipe, which is connected to the inlet side of the pressure pump, via a gas supply pipe; the gas supply unit and the circulation pipe are connected through a three-way valve, and the three-way valve is configured to have a structure of a venturi pipe having wide inlet and outlet channels and a narrow interior channel along the circulation pipe, so that a gas supplied from the gas supply unit is independently sucked. 1. A gas-dissolved water generating apparatus in whicha pressure pump and a multi-stage mixer are sequentially arranged on at least one conduit; a circulation pipe connecting an inlet side of the pressure pump and a outlet side of the pressure pump is positioned on the conduit; a gas supply unit for supplying a predetermined external gas to one side of the circulation pipe, which is connected to the inlet side of the pressure pump, via a gas supply pipe; the gas supply unit and the circulation pipe are connected through a three-way valve, and the three-way valve is configured to have a structure of a venturi pipe having wide inlet and outlet channels and a narrow interior channel along the circulation pipe, so that a gas supplied from the gas supply unit is independently sucked; the multi-stage mixer includes a mixing unit having a meshing structure of a rotor and a stator around a motor shaft, and the mixing unit has a space portion having a predetermined size on an inlet side, and the space portion is formed by installing at least one layer of teethed blades of a predetermined radius on the motor shaft at a position spaced a predetermined distance from a coupling portion of the ...

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Номер записи: 3
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Microdroplet/bubble-producing device

Номер: US20210001340A1
Автор: Naotomo TOTTORI, Takasi Nisisako
Принадлежит: Tokyo Institute of Technology NUC

The invention provides a microdroplet- or bubble-producing device that does not require separate through-holes for different liquid droplet/air bubble-producing flow channels. The droplet-producing flow channels are configured in a three-dimensional manner unlike in a conventional device where they are configured in a two-dimensional plane, and therefore the flow channels can be provided in a more high-density configuration than the prior art. In the microdroplet/bubble-producing device comprising slit(s) and the row of the plurality of microflow channels, the slit(s) is/are a continuous phase supply slit, a dispersion phase supply slit and a discharge slit, the plurality of microflow channels are configured so that the ends of the slit(s) and the two supply ports on both sides or the supply port and discharge port on either side are mutually connected, and at the sites of connection between the microflow channels and the slit(s), the dispersion phase undergoes shear with the continuous phase flow as the driving force, producing droplets or air bubbles of the dispersion phase, which are recovered from the discharge port.

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Номер записи: 4
04-01-2018 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR MASS PRODUCING A MONODISPERSE MICROBUBBLE AGENT

Номер: US20180001282A1
Автор: de Castro Hernández Elena, Gordillo Arias de Saveedra José Manuel, Lohse Detlof, van Hoeve Willem, Versluis Andreas Michael
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An apparatus for mass producing monodisperse microbubbles includes a microfluidic flow focusing device, which includes a dispersed phase fluid supply channel having an outlet that discharges into a flow focusing junction, a continuous phase fluid supply channel having an outlet that discharges into the flow focusing junction, and a bubble formation channel having an inlet disposed at the flow focusing junction. The configuration of the flow focusing junction is such that, in operation, a flow of dispersed phase fluid discharging from the outlet of the dispersed phase fluid supply channel is engageable in co-flow by a focusing flow of continuous phase fluid discharging from the outlet of the at least one continuous phase fluid supply channel under formation of a gradually thinning jet of dispersed phase fluid that extends into the inlet of the bubble formation channel. 1. An apparatus for mass producing monodisperse microbubbles , comprising: a dispersed phase fluid supply channel having an outlet that discharges into a flow focusing junction;', 'at least one continuous phase fluid supply channel having an outlet that discharges into the flow focusing junction; and', 'a bubble formation channel having an inlet disposed at the flow focusing junction,, 'at least one microfluidic flow focusing device including 'wherein said bubble formation channel has a length that is much greater than its hydraulic diameter by a factor of at least ten.', 'the configuration of the flow focusing junction being such that, in operation, a flow of dispersed phase fluid discharging from the outlet of the dispersed phase fluid supply channel is engageable in co-flow by a focusing flow of continuous phase fluid discharging from the outlet of the at least one continuous phase fluid supply channel under formation of a gradually thinning jet of dispersed phase fluid that extends into the inlet of the bubble formation channel,'}2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a source ...

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Номер записи: 5
05-01-2017 дата публикации

GAS SPARGERS AND RELATED CONTAINER SYSTEMS

Номер: US20170001160A1
Автор: Goodwin Michael E., Jones Nephi D., Larsen Jeremy K.
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A container system includes a bag comprised of one or more sheets of flexible polymeric material, the bag having an interior surface at least partially bounding a chamber, the chamber being adapted to hold a fluid. A flexible sparging sheet is secured to the interior surface of the bag so that a compartment is formed between the interior surface of the bag and the sparging sheet, at least a portion of the sparging sheet allowing gas to pass therethrough. A tubular port or tube is secured to the bag so that a passage bounded by the tubular port or tube communicates with the compartment. A mixing element is disposed within the chamber of the bag, the mixing element being spaced apart from the flexible sparging sheet. 1. A container system comprising:a bag comprised of one or more sheets of flexible polymeric material, the bag having an interior surface at least partially bounding a chamber, the chamber being adapted to hold a fluid;a flexible sparging sheet secured to the interior surface of the bag so that a compartment is formed between the interior surface of the bag and the sparging sheet, at least a portion of the sparging sheet allowing gas to pass therethrough;a tubular port or tube secured to the bag so that a passage bounded by the tubular port or tube communicates with the compartment; andmeans for mixing fluid within the chamber of the bag, the means for mixing the fluid being separate from the flexible sparging sheet.2. The container system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the means for mixing the fluid is at least partially disposed within the chamber of the bag.3. The container system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the means for mixing the fluid comprises a movable mixing element disposed within the chamber of the bag.4. The container system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the means for mixing the fluid comprises an impeller or vertical mixer disposed within the chamber of the bag.5. The container system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the sparging sheet ...

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Номер записи: 6
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Chemical solution evaporation device and substrate processing device including the same

Номер: US20220016580A1
Автор: Ansook Sul, Hongju KIM, Seok Heo, Sungyong PARK, Wonguk Seo, Yinghu Xu
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A chemical solution vaporization device includes a chemical solution tank including chemical solution vaporization rooms, a chemical solution sensing room, and a chemical solution supply room. A first internal wall separating the plurality of chemical solution vaporization rooms from each other includes a first opening at a lower portion thereof. A second internal wall separating at least one of the plurality of chemical solution vaporization rooms from the chemical solution supply room includes a second opening at a lower portion thereof. A third internal wall separating at least one of the plurality of chemical solution vaporization rooms from the chemical solution sensing room includes a third opening at a lower portion thereof. And a lower portion of a fourth internal wall separating the chemical solution sensing room from the chemical solution supply room is combined with the lower wall.

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Номер записи: 7
11-01-2018 дата публикации

OZONE CONCENTRATOR

Номер: US20180008739A1
Автор: Ditzler Lee C.
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Systems and methods for dissolving ozone gas in a liquid. An embodiment can comprise a tank having an upper region, a lower region, and a discharge outlet, all disposed in a specified geometry. A pump can be coupled with a liquid inlet in order to receive a liquid therefrom and to deliver the liquid via a pipe to the upper region of the tank. The pump can be coupled with the lower region of the tank in order to receive the liquid from the tank and to recirculate the liquid to the upper region of the tank. The apparatus can include an ozone inlet to receive ozone into the tank. The ozone inlet can comprise a venturi inlet disposed on the pipe downstream of the pump. The liquid can be released from the tank and depressurized, thereby providing for the ozone to emerge from the liquid as gas bubbles. The released liquid can be selected for a two-stage gas and aqueous cleaning process. 1. A system for dissolving ozone in a liquid , comprising:a tank comprising an upper region, a lower region coupled with the upper region, and a discharge outlet disposed between the upper region and the lower region;a pipe coupled with the tank and the discharge outlet;a liquid inlet configured to provide a liquid; receive the liquid from the liquid inlet, and,', 'deliver the liquid via the pipe to the upper region; and,, 'a pump coupled with the pipe and the liquid inlet and configured to'}an ozone inlet coupled with the pipe and configured to receive ozone, thereby providing ozone to the tank.2. The system of :wherein the ozone inlet comprises a venturi inlet disposed on the pipe downstream of the pump.3. The system of :wherein the pump is configured to pump the liquid at a sufficient pressure to produce a vacuum at the venturi inlet, thereby drawing at least some of the ozone into the pipe.4. The system of further comprising:a pressure regulator disposed between the liquid inlet and the pump;wherein the pressure regulator is configured to regulate pressure of the liquid; and,wherein ...

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Номер записи: 8
11-01-2018 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR GENERATING BUBBLES, USE OF THE DEVICE AND A FUEL CELL COMPRISING THE DEVICE

Номер: US20180008940A1
Автор: Longman Robert, Ward David
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A device for generating bubbles, comprising a porous material having at least one hydrophilic surface (), arranged such that a liquid () in which the bubbles () are intended to be formed may contact the hydrophilic surface () and at least one hydrophobic surface (), arranged such that a gas () used to generate the bubbles () may flow past the hydrophobic surface () before it flows past the hydrophilic surface (). The device may be used for creating fine bubbles in numerous applications, such as wastewater treatment, plant cultivation, aquafarming, aeration systems, bioreactors, fermeters, oil extraction or fuel cells. 1. A device for generating bubbles , comprising:a porous material having at least one hydrophilic surface, arranged such that a liquid in which the bubbles are intended to be formed may contact the hydrophilic surface; andat least one hydrophobic surface, arranged such that a gas used to generate the bubbles may flow past the hydrophobic surface before it flows past the hydrophilic surface.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophilic surface extends along a face of the porous material claim 1 , with the pores of the material extending away from the hydrophilic surface.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic surface at least partially extends inside the pores of the porous material.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic surface is provided by a second hydrophobic material5. The device according to claim 4 , wherein the second hydrophobic material comprises a hydrophobic coating on at least part of the wall of the pores of the porous material.6. The device according to claim 4 , wherein the second hydrophobic material is porous claim 4 ,7. The device according to claim 6 , wherein tile second hydrophobic material is laminated to at least a portion of the porous material.8. The device according to claim 6 , wherein the second hydrophobic material is inserted at least partially into the pores of ...

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Номер записи: 9
10-01-2019 дата публикации

CONTINUOUS FERMENTATION DEVICE

Номер: US20190010440A1
Автор: CHO Seong Jun, Hong Young Ho, JUNG Sang Kwan, KIM Hong Ki, LEE Hwa Jeong, Park Seung Won, ROH Won Bae
Принадлежит: CJ CHEILJEDANG CORPORATION

The present disclosure relates to a continuous fermentation device that can ferment objects continuously fed thereinto while conveying the objects. The present disclosure provides a continuous fermentation device comprising a plurality of fermentation modules, each including: a conveyor belt, which transports objects that are continuously fed thereinto to be fermented from one side to the opposite side thereof; agitators, which is located on the conveyor belt; and an air diffuser, which is located on one side of the conveyor belt, in which the continuously fed objects to be fermented are fermented while being passed through the fermentation modules. According to the present disclosure, feeding of raw materials to be fermented, fermenting the raw materials, and discharging of the fermented materials are continuously performed so that it is possible to significantly reduce the processing time, thereby reducing the operation time of the production process. Accordingly, it is possible to achieve an increase in competitiveness, such as improved productivity, reduction of investment cost, etc., in the development of a method of mass production through solid-state fermentation, thereby innovatively reducing the production cost of the product. 1100100. A continuous fermentation device comprising a plurality of fermentation modules , each of the plurality of fermentation modules comprising:{'b': '110', 'a conveyor belt , which transports objects to be fermented that are continuously fed thereinto from one side to the opposite side thereof;'}{'b': 200', '110, 'agitators , which are located on the conveyor belt ; and'}{'b': 300', '110, 'air diffusers , which are located on one side of the conveyor belt ,'}{'b': '100', 'wherein the continuously fed objects to be fermented are fermented while being passed through the fermentation modules and are continuously discharged.'}2100110100. The continuous fermentation device according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of fermentation ...

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Номер записи: 10
15-01-2015 дата публикации

SODA MACHINE PRONGED CLAMP

Номер: US20150014871A1
Автор: AVIGDOR Amit, Cohen Avi, HARDUFF Hagai, KROM Doron, RING Allan
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A home use carbonation machine includes a pronged clamp to fit a non-upright bottle to a flexible seal, thereby facilitating a closed carbonation environment in the bottle and a normally open safety valve to vent the bottle when the carbonation machine is not actively carbonating. A home use carbonation machine includes a carbonation assembly to carbonate liquid with pressurized gas, a pronged clamp and a centering ring with centering ribs to guide a non-upright bottle into the pronged clamp during insertion and to constrict prongs of the clamp when a user moves the non-upright bottle towards an upright position for operation. 1. A home use carbonation machine comprising:a pronged clamp to fit a non-upright bottle to a flexible seal, thereby facilitating a closed carbonation environment in said bottle; anda normally open safety valve to vent said bottle when said carbonation machine is not actively carbonating.2. The home use carbonation machine according to and wherein said normally open safety valve comprises a spring normally pushing a pin away from a carbonation path of said carbonation machine.3. The home use carbonation machine according to and also comprising a cam to push said pin against said spring to close said path during carbonation.4. A home use carbonation machine comprising:a carbonation assembly to carbonate liquid with pressurized gas;a pronged clamp; anda centering ring with centering ribs to guide a non-upright bottle into said pronged clamp during insertion and to constrict prongs of said clamp when a user moves said non-upright bottle towards an upright position for operation. This application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/570,294, filed 9 Aug. 2012 which claims priority from U.S. provisional patent applications 61/521,794, filed Aug. 10, 2011, and 61/624,306, filed Apr. 15, 2012, all of which are incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates to carbonation machines generally and to clamping devices for ...

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Номер записи: 11
15-01-2015 дата публикации

SODA MACHINE PRONGED CLAMP

Номер: US20150014872A1
Автор: AVIGDOR Amit, Cohen Avi, HARDUFF Hagai, KROM Doron, RING Allan
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A home use carbonation machine includes a carbonation assembly to carbonate liquid with pressurized gas, an electrical controller to operate the carbonation assembly and at least one safeguard to terminate the supply of pressurized gas in the event of an electrical outage. The carbonation assembly includes a pronged clamp apparatus for attaching a soda bottle to the carbonation machine

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Номер записи: 12
03-02-2022 дата публикации

CARBONATION MACHINE AND A GAS CANISTER FOR A CARBONATION MACHINE

Номер: US20220033238A1
Автор: AVIGDOR Amit, BRAND Dvir, Cohen Avi, DANIELI Guy, FUNT Mark, HARDUFF Hagai, KROM Doron, RING Allan, SHAASHUA Eran, SHALEV Oren, SHKEDI Amnon, SHMUELI Eyal
Принадлежит: SODASTREAM INDUSTRIES LTD

A carbonation machine may include a carbonation head, a holder that is configured to hold a gas canister, the holder comprising a connector with a socket configured to enable linear insertion of a valve of the canister into the socket, the socket including a seal with at least one lateral opening to enable fluidic flow between one or more laterally oriented ports of the valve and a conduit of the holder while preventing leakage of gas from the fluidic flow, and a holding mechanism configured to hold a lateral projection from the canister after insertion of the valve into the socket such that the valve remains in the socket, and an activation mechanism configured to operate the valve to release the gas from the canister when inserted into the socket so as to enable the gas to flow via the conduit to the carbonation head 1. A carbonation machine comprising:a carbonation head;a holder configured to hold a gas canister, the holder comprising a connector with a socket configured to enable linear insertion of a valve of the canister into the socket, the socket including a seal with at least one lateral opening to enable fluidic flow between one or more laterally oriented ports of the valve and a conduit of the holder while preventing leakage of gas from the fluidic flow, and a holding mechanism configured to hold a lateral projection from the canister after insertion of the valve into the socket such that the valve remains in the socket; andan activation mechanism configured to operate the valve to release the gas from the canister when inserted into the socket so as to enable the gas to flow via the conduit to the carbonation head.2. The carbonation machine of claim 1 , wherein the seal comprises two gaskets claim 1 , the lateral opening comprising a gap between the two gaskets.3. The carbonation machine of claim 2 , wherein each of the two gaskets is shaped its the form of an O-ring with flattened faces.4. The carbonation machine of claim 2 , wherein each of the two ...

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Номер записи: 13
19-01-2017 дата публикации

GAS INJECTION METHOD AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20170014782A1
Автор: CONNERY Karen, FABIYI Malcolm E., Novak Richard A., Wattanapanom Witawat
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A method and apparatus for injecting a gas into a liquid in which a rotating helical impeller within a draft tube submerged in the liquid creates a liquid flow within the draft tube. Gas bubbles are injected into the draft tube either above or below or alongside the helical impeller or in all three locations. The liquid is drawn into the draft tube with a superficial velocity greater than a substantially uniform terminal ascent velocity of the gas bubbles to allow entrainment of undissolved gas bubbles in the bulk liquid into the liquid being drawn into the draft tube. The gas bubbles are injected with a uniform diameter of between about 10.0 microns and about 1.0 millimeters. The small bubble size enhances the dissolution of the gas into the liquid and also allow the entrainment of the gas into the liquid being drawn into the draft tube. 1. An apparatus for injecting a gas into a liquid comprising:a draft tube adapted to be submerged in a liquid and having at least one inlet opening situated at one end of the draft tube and a discharge opening located at the other end thereof;a helical impeller located within the draft tube;a motor connected to the draft tube and a shaft projecting into the draft tube from the one end of the draft tube and connected to the helical impeller to rotate the helical impeller and thereby to create a liquid flow by drawing the liquid into the draft tube from the at least one inlet opening and discharging the liquid flow from a discharge opening; 'the gas bubble injector means configured to inject the gas bubbles with at least a substantially uniform diameter of between about 10.0 microns and about 1.0 millimeter to enhance the surface area of the gas bubbles and therefore, a dissolution rate of the gas within the liquid and to impart a buoyancy to the further part of the remaining portion of the gas bubbles that will result in at least a substantially uniform terminal ascent velocity thereof; and', 'means for injecting gas bubbles of the ...

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Номер записи: 14
19-01-2017 дата публикации

AERATOR AND CONTAINER-AERATOR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170014783A1
Автор: GIOVANNINI Marco, Tagliabue Carlo, Viale Luca
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An aerator comprises a tubular member, an air recovery conduit and aeration members. The aeration members comprise an aeration conduit that projects from the outer surface of the tubular member. 1. An aerator configured to be mounted at least partially inside the neck of a liquid container having a neck and a mouth , said aerator comprising:a tubular member extending in a longitudinal direction between a first end portion and a second end portion, said first end portion defining a pouring orifice and said second end portion defining a liquid passage opening for receiving the liquid to be poured that comes from the container and is directed toward said pouring orifice, said tubular member having internally a liquid passage channel which extends between said liquid passage opening and said pouring orifice to establish fluid communication between said liquid passage opening and said pouring orifice, said tubular member comprising a narrow portion whose section is smaller than the section of said liquid passage opening,an air recovery conduit configured for introducing air into the container as the contents of the container are being poured,at least one aeration member disposed at said narrow portion and in fluid communication with said liquid passage channel for aerating the liquid flowing from the liquid passage opening to the pouring orifice, as it is being poured, said at least one aeration member comprising at least one aeration hole formed in said tubular member at said narrow portion, wherein:each aeration member comprises an aeration conduit in fluid communication with a respective aeration hole and projecting out of said respective aeration hole outside said tubular member in an aeration direction transverse to said longitudinal direction.2. The aerator as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said aeration direction is perpendicular to said longitudinal direction.3. The aerator as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said aeration conduit extends between said aeration hole and ...

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Номер записи: 15
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Device for frothing a liquid

Номер: US20160015206A1
Автор: Fransiscus Hermannus Feijen, Hendrikus Lodewijk Joseph Franciscus HOLTEN, Joeke Noordhuis, Victor Hennink
Принадлежит: Koninklijke Philips NV

A device ( 1 ) for frothing a liquid comprises a settling chamber ( 10 ) providing space ( 11 ) in the device ( 1 ) for liquid froth to be formed during operation of the device ( 1 ); an inlet ( 20 ) for letting in liquid to be frothed to the device ( 1 ); an inlet ( 30 ) for letting in steam to the device ( 1 ) for realizing a pumping effect on the liquid to be frothed and thereby forming a steam/liquid flow to be supplied to the settling chamber ( 10 ); a combined inlet/outlet ( 40 ) for letting in frothing gas to the device ( 1 ) for frothing the liquid and letting out liquid froth from the settling chamber ( 10 ); and an obstacle ( 50 ) arranged in the device ( 1 ) for determining a position in the device ( 1 ) where frothing gas that is let in to the device ( 1 ) during operation of the device ( 1 ) encounters the steam/liquid flow.

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Номер записи: 16
18-01-2018 дата публикации

PORTABLE AIR PURIFIER

Номер: US20180015310A1
Автор: CHOI Yeon-Ok
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Disclosed herein is a portable air purifier. The portable air purifier includes: a body; first to third accommodation portions configured to have respective open top surfaces in order to separately accommodate a battery, an air compressor, and water; first to third covers configured to selectively open and close the respective open top surfaces of the first to third accommodation portions; an air inlet connected to the lower portion of the second accommodation portion, and configured to accommodate a pre-filter; a siphon pipe positioned upright inside the water of the third accommodation portion, and configured such that the top thereof is connected to the air outlet of the air compressor; a cannula installed on the top of the third accommodation portion, and configured to supply purified, humidified air to a user; and a power switch configured to control the amount of air to be supplied. 1. A portable air purifier , comprising:a body;first to third accommodation portions configured to have respective open top surfaces in order to separately accommodate a battery, an air compressor, and water inside the body;first to third covers configured to selectively open and close the respective open top surfaces of the first to third accommodation portions;an air inlet formed in a bottom surface of the body, connected to a lower portion of the second accommodation portion via a path, and configured to accommodate a pre-filter;a siphon pipe positioned upright inside the water of the third accommodation portion, and configured such that a top thereof is connected to an air outlet of the air compressor;a cannula installed on a top of the third accommodation portion, and configured to supply purified, humidified air to a user; anda power switch installed on one side of a side surface of the body, and configured to control an amount of air to be supplied while selectively turning on and off driving of the air compressor.2. The portable air purifier of claim 1 , wherein a charging ...

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Номер записи: 17
18-01-2018 дата публикации

VORTEX FOUNTAINS AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20180015428A1
Автор: NARDELLA Marc
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A fountain has: a water source; a housing; a vortex chamber defined within the housing, the vortex chamber connected to receive water from the water source; a bubble chamber defined within the housing and connected to receive water from the vortex chamber and cause air bubbles to percolate within the bubble chamber; and a water outlet defined in the bubble chamber. A fountain has: a water source; a housing; a vortex chamber defined within the housing, the vortex chamber connected to receive water from the water source; a second chamber defined within the housing and connected to receive water from the vortex chamber; and a plurality of water outlets defined in the second chamber. 1. A fountain comprising:a water source;a housing;a vortex chamber defined within the housing, the vortex chamber connected to receive water from the water source;a bubble chamber defined within the housing and connected to receive water from the vortex chamber and cause air bubbles to percolate within the bubble chamber; anda water outlet defined in the bubble chamber.2. The fountain of in which the vortex chamber is located above the bubble chamber and separated by a partition plate with an opening that fluidly connects the vortex chamber and the bubble chamber.3. The fountain of in which an upper surface of the partition plate is tapered with decreasing width toward the bubble chamber to form a funnel that terminates in the opening.4. The fountain of in which the partition plate is a planar ring.5. The fountain of in which during use an upper portion of the bubble chamber is filled with air.6. The fountain of in which the water outlet comprises a plurality of water outlets.7. The fountain of in which the plurality of water outlets are arranged at different angular positions about an encircling side wall of the housing.8. The fountain of in which the housing is cylindrical.9. The fountain of further comprising a basin positioned underneath the bubble chamber claim 1 , in which a base end ...

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Номер записи: 18
18-01-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GENERATING STABILIZED, GAS INFUSED LIQUIDS CONTAINING HIGH AND ULTRA-HIGH CONCENTRATIONS OF INFUSED GAS, AND METHODS USING THE STABILIZED, GAS INFUSED LIQUIDS

Номер: US20180015429A1
Автор: ROE Cliffton Lee
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A method for producing stabilized, gas-infused liquids containing ultra high concentrations of infused gas, includes steps of: generating a gas-infused liquid in a sealed vessel under a high pressure of at least 20 psi; stabilizing the gas-infused liquid by passing the liquid while still under the high pressure through a tubular flow path arrangement which compresses the infused gas into nano bubbles in the liquid; infusing an additional amount of the gas into the stabilized liquid by injecting the same, while still under high pressure, back into the sealed pressure vessel along with more of the gas; and again stabilizing the liquid by again passing liquid, while still under the high pressure, through the tubular flow path arrangement to thereby form the additional amount of infused gas into nano bubbles in the liquid. 1. A method for producing stabilized , gas-infused liquids containing ultra high concentrations of infused gas , comprising the steps of:a) generating a gas-infused liquid by injecting a pressurized liquid and a gas into a sealed vessel under a high pressure of at least 20 psi;b) stabilizing the infused gas in the liquid by discharging the gas-infused liquid from the sealed vessel, while still under the high pressure, into a tubular flow path arrangement which is configured to effect a multi-dense compaction of elements of the gas-infused liquid, and thereby form the infused gas into nano bubbles in the gas-infused liquid;c) infusing an additional amount of the gas into the stabilized, gas-infused liquid by injecting the stabilized, gas-infused liquid, while still under high pressure, back into the sealed pressure vessel along with more of the gas; andd) stabilizing the additional amount of gas into the stabilized, gas-infused liquid by again discharging the gas-infused liquid from the sealed vessel, while still under the high pressure, into the tubular flow path arrangement to thereby form the additional amount of infused gas into nanobubbles in the ...

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Номер записи: 19
21-01-2016 дата публикации

DRINK DISPENSER

Номер: US20160016129A1
Автор: VERMEULEN Martin, WEIJERS Marcel Hendrikus Simon
Принадлежит: MDS GLOBAL HOLDING PLC.

A carbonator including a sealed container, a carbonation flow path defining element located inside the sealed container and including a water inlet, a carbonation gas inlet and a carbonated water outlet, a carbonation rotor disposed along the carbonation flow path for mixing carbonation gas and water, thereby producing carbonated water, and directing the carbonated water through the carbonated water outlet into the interior of the sealed container, a water cooling coil disposed within the sealed container, a refrigerating coil disposed within the sealed container in direct heat exchange cooling engagement with the carbonated water and in indirect heat exchange cooling engagement with the water cooling coil via the carbonated water and a carbonated water circulating rotor disposed outside of the carbonation flow path defining element and being operative to circulate the carbonated water in heat exchange engagement with the water cooling coil and the refrigerating coil.

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Номер записи: 20
17-01-2019 дата публикации

GAS FILLING SYSTEM

Номер: US20190015797A1
Автор: ASIS LIOR
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A system for allowing gas to flow into a liquid, the system comprising: a container having a bottom wherein the bottom comprises a gas inlet; a lid configured to cover the container; a gas providing mechanism configured to allow flow of the gas through the gas inlet into the liquid when contained in the container, and a locking mechanism configured to ensure flow of gas into the liquid only when the container is properly covered by the lid. Additional embodiments of the system are disclosed herein. 1. A system for allowing gas to flow into a liquid , the system comprising:a container having a bottom wherein the bottom comprises a gas inlet;a lid configured to cover the container;a gas providing mechanism configured to allow flow of the gas through the gas inlet into the liquid when contained in the container, anda locking mechanism configured to ensure flow of gas into the liquid only when the container is properly covered by the lid.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the gas is carbon dioxide.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the liquid is water.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the liquid is a beverage.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the container is in a size of a cup.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the container and the lid comprise a screw thread configured to allow proper covering of the container by screwing the lid over an opening of the container.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism comprises:a vertical shaft comprising an upper end configured to be in contact with a rim of the lid, and a lower end comprising a recess, anda horizontal shaft comprising a first end configured to be accommodated by the recess of the vertical shaft, and a second end configured to be accommodated by a recess at a bar vertically connected to a lower part of an operation button,wherein the vertical shaft is connected to an elastic member.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the lid further comprises an orifice configured to allow flow of excess gas from ...

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Номер записи: 21
21-01-2021 дата публикации

NANOBUBBLE MANUFACTURING METHOD AND SYSTEM THEREOF, AND A FERTILIZER MANUFACTURING METHOD AND SYSTEM THEREOF

Номер: US20210016234A1
Автор: LIN Bo-Han
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A nanobubble manufacturing system comprising: a gas supply unit, supplying gas; a mixing device, mixing the gas with liquid into a first solution; and an ultrasonic oscillator, vibrating the first solution to produce a second solution having nanobubbles. 1. A nanobubble manufacturing system , comprising:a gas supply unit, supplying gas;a mixing device, mixing the gas with liquid into a first solution; andan ultrasonic oscillator, vibrating the first solution to produce a second solution having nanobubbles.2. The nanobubble manufacturing system according to claim 1 , wherein the gas is at least one of nitrogen claim 1 , oxygen claim 1 , and carbon dioxide claim 1 , and the liquid is water.3. The nanobubble manufacturing system according to claim 1 , wherein the gas supply unit mixes the gas into the liquid through the mixing device under a condition of 6 PSI claim 1 , 20 minutes.4. The nanobubble manufacturing system according to claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic oscillator vibrates the first solution at 40 kHz for 10 to 30 minutes to generate nanobubbles.5. The nanobubble manufacturing system according to claim 1 , wherein the nanobubble manufacturing system further comprising:a detector, detecting the number of particles in the second solution; anda vacuum device, removing the gas from the second solution into a sample to be detected;wherein, the number of residual particles of the sample to be detected is detected by the detector or another detector.6. A fertilizer manufacturing system using the nanobubble manufacturing system according to any one of to .7. A nanobubble manufacturing method claim 1 , comprising:injecting gas into liquid to become a first solution;vibrating the first solution by ultrasonic waves to produce a second solution having nanobubbles.8. The nanobubble manufacturing method according to claim 7 , wherein the gas is at least one of nitrogen claim 7 , oxygen claim 7 , and carbon dioxide claim 7 , and the liquid is water;wherein, injecting the ...

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Номер записи: 22
03-02-2022 дата публикации

SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS AND SUBSTRATE PROCESSING METHOD

Номер: US20220037167A1
Автор: KASAHARA Masatoshi, NAKAO Hidetoshi, Saiki Daisuke, Yabuta Takashi
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A substrate processing apparatus includes: at least one processing part for etching a polysilicon film or an amorphous silicon film formed on a substrate using an alkaline chemical liquid; a reservoir configured to recover and store the chemical liquid used in the at least one processing part; processing lines configured to supply the chemical liquid stored in the reservoir to the at least one processing part; a circulation line configured to take out the chemical liquid from the reservoir and to return the same to the reservoir; and a first gas supply line connected to the circulation line and configured to supply an inert gas to the circulation line. The circulation line includes an ejection port configured to eject a mixed fluid of the inert gas supplied by the first gas supply line and the chemical liquid taken out from the reservoir into the chemical liquid stored in the reservoir. 1. A substrate processing apparatus comprising:at least one processing part configured to etch a polysilicon film or an amorphous silicon film formed on a substrate using an alkaline chemical liquid;a reservoir configured to recover and store the chemical liquid used in the at least one processing part;processing lines configured to supply the chemical liquid stored in the reservoir to the at least one processing part;a circulation line configured to take out the chemical liquid from the reservoir and to return the taken-out chemical liquid to the reservoir; anda first gas supply line connected to the circulation line and configured to supply an inert gas to the circulation line,wherein the circulation line includes an ejection port configured to eject a mixed fluid of the inert gas supplied by the first gas supply line and the chemical liquid taken out from the reservoir into the chemical liquid stored in the reservoir.2. The substrate processing apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a flow rate regulator configured to regulate a flow rate of the inert gas to be supplied to the ...

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Номер записи: 23
25-01-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DEAERATING BEVERAGES

Номер: US20180020700A1
Автор: Lucas Lawrence M.
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A method of producing a carbonated beverage comprising a blend of water and syrup having a predetermined final carbonation level. The method includes the steps of: introducing COinto a flowing stream of a product blend comprising water, syrup and dissolved oxygen, such that COis dissolved in the product blend; deaerating the CO-containing product blend by introducing the blend into a vented atmospheric vessel, the interior of which is at ambient pressure with a headspace maintained above the surface of the liquid within the vessel, whereby dissolved oxygen is released from the product blend and vented from the vessel; pumping the deaerated product blend from the vessel, wherein the deaerated blend includes dissolved COat an intermediate carbonation level less than the final carbonation level; and carbonating the deaerated product blend to the final carbonation level downstream of the vented vessel to produce a carbonated beverage for subsequent packaging. A system for performing the method is also provided, as well as a method of producing a beverage using nitrogen deaeration. 1. A method of producing a carbonated beverage comprising a blend of water and syrup having a predetermined final carbonation level , comprising the steps of:{'sub': 2', '2, '(a) introducing COinto a flowing stream of a product blend comprising water, syrup and dissolved oxygen, such that COis dissolved in said product blend;'}{'sub': '2', '(b) deaerating the CO-containing product blend by introducing the blend into a vented atmospheric vessel, the interior of which is at ambient pressure with a headspace maintained above the surface of the liquid within the vessel, whereby dissolved oxygen is released from the product blend and vented from the vessel;'}{'sub': '2', '(c) pumping the deaerated product blend from the vessel, wherein the deaerated blend includes dissolved COat an intermediate carbonation level less than said final carbonation level; and'}(d) carbonating the deaerated product ...

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Номер записи: 24
22-01-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR DISPENSING CARBONATED WATER

Номер: US20150024088A1
Автор: BAUMBERG Israel, Cohen Avi, RING Allan, WAISMAN Alon
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A system and method is described for providing different levels of carbonated water on demand. The system includes a pressurized chamber to hold at least one of water and carbonated water, a gas canister to dispense carbon dioxide (CO) into the pressurized chamber, a controller to control the dispensing of the COaccording to level of carbonation required and a valve to vent excess gas from the pressurized chamber after carbonation. 1. A system for providing different levels of carbonated water on demand , the system comprising:a pressurized chamber to hold at least one of water and carbonated water;{'sub': '2', 'a gas canister to dispense carbon dioxide (CO) into said pressurized chamber;'}{'sub': '2', 'a controller to control said dispensing of said COaccording to level of carbonation required; and'}a valve to vent excess gas from said pressurized chamber after carbonation.2. The system according to and also comprising a water pump to cause turbulence within said pressurized chamber.3. The system according to and also comprising an activator to activate said water pump according to pre-defined times to obtain said different levels of carbonated water.4. The system according to and also comprising a carbonation tube and a valve to enable pulsing of said COinto said chamber at high pressure via said carbonation tube.5. The system according to and comprising a dispensing valve and dispensing tube to enable dispensing of carbonated water via gravity.6. The system according to and comprising a dispensing valve and dispensing tube to enable dispensing of carbonated water via gravity.7. The system according to and comprising an air pump claim 2 , a dispensing valve and dispensing tube to enable dispensing of said carbonated water.8. The system according to and comprising an air pump claim 4 , a dispensing valve and dispensing tube to enable dispensing of said carbonated water.9. The system according to wherein the dimensions of said dispensing tube ensure minimum ...

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Номер записи: 25
25-01-2018 дата публикации

FLOATING APPARATUS FOR MEMBRANE BIOFILM REACTOR AND PROCESS FOR WATER TREATMENT

Номер: US20180022625A1
Автор: Adams Nicholas William H., COTE Pierre Lucien, IRELAND John David, Pedersen Steven Kristian
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An apparatus has a plurality of gas transfer membranes. The apparatus floats in water with the membranes submerged in the water. To treat the water, a gas is supplied to the membranes and is transferred to a biofilm supported on the membranes or to the water. Gas is also used to supply mixing or membrane scouring bubbles to the water. The mixing or scouring bubbles can be provided by a cyclic aeration or other gas supply system, which optionally provides gas at a variable pressure to the membranes in parallel or series with an aerator. Condensates can be removed from the membranes, and exhaust gasses from the membranes can be monitored, optionally through one or more dedicated pipes. 1. A process comprising steps of ,immersing an assembly of membranes in a liquid;supplying a gas to the liquid through the membranes; and,maintaining a generally constant depth of submergence of the membranes in the liquid.2. The process of wherein the step of maintaining a generally constant depth of submergence of the membranes comprises attaching the membranes to one or more floats.3. The process of further comprising supplying the gas to the membranes at a pressure that exceeds the liquid head pressure at the lowest depth of submergence of the membranes.4. The process of wherein the gas is supplied to the membranes generally continuously at a pressure that exceeds the liquid head pressure at the lowest depth of submergence of the membranes by a generally constant amount.5. The process of wherein the gas is supplied to the membranes periodically at a pressure that exceeds the liquid head pressure at the lowest depth of submergence of the membranes.6. The process of wherein the gas is supplied to an aerator below the membranes in parallel with the membranes.7. A reactor comprising claim 5 ,a tank;water in the tank; and,a plurality of gas transfer membranes floating in the water in the tank.8. The reactor of wherein the gas transfer membranes are submerged in the water in the tank.9. ...

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Номер записи: 26
24-01-2019 дата публикации

WASHER LIQUID SUPPLY SYSTEM

Номер: US20190022604A1
Автор: GOTO Taisuke, HASHIMOTO Takuro, MINAMI Motoki, Sasaki Takeshi, YOSHII Kazuma
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Provided is a washer liquid supply system in a simple structure and capable of improving the capacity of washing an object of a vehicle. A washer liquid supply system includes: a washer tank mounted on a vehicle to store washer liquid; a supply section mounted on the vehicle to supply the washer liquid in the washer tank to a window shield of the vehicle; and a connecting member being a bubbling section mounted on the vehicle to make the washer liquid contain bubbles, wherein the supply section supplies the washer liquid containing the bubbles to the window shield. 1. A washer liquid supply system , comprising:a washer tank mounted on a vehicle to store washer liquid;a supply section mounted on the vehicle to supply the washer liquid in the washer tank to an object of the vehicle; anda bubbling section mounted on the vehicle to make the washer liquid contain bubbles,wherein the supply section supplies the washer liquid containing the bubbles to the object.2. The washer liquid supply system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a passage section for connecting the washer tank and the supply section,wherein the bubbling section is arranged at the passage section.3. The washer liquid supply system according to claim 2 ,wherein the passage section includes:a first passage section connected to the washer tank; anda second passage section connected to the supply section,and wherein the bubbling section is a connecting member connecting the first passage section and the second passage section.4. The washer liquid supply system according to claim 3 ,wherein the bubbling section includes:an inlet section to which the first passage section is connected;a discharge section to which the second passage section is connected; anda connecting passage section that connects the inlet section and the discharge section such that the washer liquid can flow therein,and wherein the connecting passage section includes:a throttle section; anda diameter-expanding portion that is arranged ...

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Номер записи: 27
24-01-2019 дата публикации

WATER AERATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20190022605A1
Автор: BURTON Craig, Burton Sandra
Принадлежит: Linne Industries, LLC

A water aeration system () encases an air pump () and a solar power controller () in an encasement structure () with one or more air permeable sidewalls (). The encasement structure is mounted at or near a top end of a mounting pole (). A solar panel () is mounted directly or indirectly to the encasement or to the mounting pole at or near the top end of the mounting pole, optionally with screens () connected to the backside of the solar panel. An air conduit () is threaded through a hollow channel in the mounting pole or structure associated therewith, and then underground and/or under water for joining to an immersed diffuser (). The system is protected from tampering where the air pump and controller are inside the encasement structure, the solar panel and encasement structure are mounted several feet above the ground surface, the underside of the solar panel is shielded by protective screens, and the conduit between the pump and the diffuser is held inside the mounting pole or structure associated therewith. 1. A water aeration system , comprising:a mounting pole defining an inner channel substantially along its length and having a top end and a bottom end, with the bottom end adapted for insertion into a ground or a footing spaced apart from and outside of a body of water to be aerated for establishing the mounting pole upright with its top end above the ground or footing surface;an encasement mounted at or near the top end of the mounting pole, said encasement defining an internal space;an air pump held within the encasement;a conduit for air pumped into the conduit by the air pump, said conduit having a length and connected at one end to the air pump and at its opposite end adapted to connect to at least one diffuser, wherein substantially the length of the conduit that is above ground and out of water is protected from tampering by the encasement and the mounting pole or structure associated with the encasement or mounting pole;a solar panel defining a sun- ...

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Номер записи: 28
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Dispensing assembly for cold beverages

Номер: US20210022545A1
Автор: Claudio Bolzicco, Mark Romano, Maurizio Gasparin, Paola MUGGIA
Принадлежит: Illycaffe SpA

A dispensing assembly for cold beverages comprises a beverage supply conduit, an opening and closing tap for closing or opening the beverage supply conduit, a beverage dispensing conduit delimiting a fluid passage, a dispensing outlet arranged at the end of the dispensing conduit, an air supply conduit delimiting an air passage. The tap is directly connected to the dispensing outlet by providing a connecting coupling which connects the air supply conduit to the beverage dispensing conduit, the beverage dispensing conduit comprising a Venturi segment between the tap and the outlet in which, by flowing through the Venturi segment, the fluid passage reduces the cross section thereof and then increases the cross section thereof as in a Venturi conduit. An air passage regulating valve is provided in said air supply conduit for regulating the width of the air passage.

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Номер записи: 29
28-01-2021 дата публикации

GAS ENTRAINMENT SYSTEM FOR BEVERAGES

Номер: US20210023512A1
Автор: Cardona Joel, Horns John H., Starnes Charlotte M., Taylor Gareth P.
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A system for adding a gas to a liquid including a gas over liquid accumulator having an interior volume with a headspace, a liquid level, an accumulator liquid inlet, an accumulator gas inlet, and an accumulator gas outlet connected to the headspace. A contactor having a contactor gas inlet and a contactor gas outlet and a first supply of gas connected to the accumulator gas inlet. A second supply of gas connected to the contactor gas inlet and a supply of liquid connected to the accumulator liquid inlet. A first valve disposed between the first supply of gas and the accumulator gas inlet, a second valve connected to the accumulator gas outlet, a third valve disposed between the supply of liquid and the accumulator liquid inlet, a fourth valve disposed between the contactor gas inlet and the second supply of gas; and a fifth valve connected to the contactor gas outlet. 1. A system for adding a gas to a liquid comprising:a gas over liquid accumulator having an interior volume with a headspace, a liquid level, an accumulator liquid inlet, an accumulator gas inlet, and an accumulator gas outlet connected to the headspace;a contactor having a contactor gas inlet and a contactor gas outlet;a first supply of gas connected to the accumulator gas inlet;a second supply of gas connected to the contactor gas inlet;a supply of liquid connected to the accumulator liquid inlet; anda first valve disposed between the first supply of gas and the accumulator gas inlet, a second valve connected to the accumulator gas outlet, a third valve disposed between the supply of liquid and the accumulator liquid inlet, a fourth valve disposed between the contactor gas inlet and the second supply of gas; and a fifth valve connected to the contactor gas outlet.2. The system of wherein the contactor is in the interior volume of the accumulator.3. The system of wherein the contactor comprises a bundle of hollow fiber porous membranes located inside of a housing having the contactor gas supply inlet ...

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Номер записи: 30
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Faucet capable of supplying ozone water

Номер: US20210024386A1
Автор: OU Andy, YANG Yuanhung
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The invention discloses a faucet capable of discharging ozone water, which includes a faucet body; an ozone generator; a water-gas mixer which includes a water inlet and a water outlet respectively located at two ends, wherein the water-gas mixer is arranged on a water outlet pipeline of the faucet body through the water inlet and the water outlet, an inner diameter reducing portion is formed in the water-gas mixer, a gas inlet is arranged at a position of a side wall of the water-gas mixer corresponding to the inner diameter reducing portion, and the gas inlet is communicated with the ozone generator; and a sensor arranged on the faucet body and used to receive an inductive signal to switch on or switch off the ozone generator. 1. A faucet capable of discharging ozone water , comprising:a faucet body;an ozone generator;a water-gas mixer which comprises a water inlet and a water outlet respectively located at two ends, wherein the water-gas mixer is arranged on a water outlet pipeline of the faucet body through the water inlet and the water outlet, an inner diameter reducing portion is formed in the water-gas mixer, a gas inlet is arranged at a position of a side wall of the water-gas mixer corresponding to the inner diameter reducing portion, and the gas inlet is communicated with the ozone generator; anda sensor arranged on the faucet body and used to receive an inductive signal to switch on or switch off the ozone generator.2. The faucet capable of discharging ozone water according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a touch sensor claim 1 , and when a pressing time detected by the touch sensor is greater than a set threshold claim 1 , the ozone generator is switched on; and when a pressing time detected by the touch sensor again is greater than the set threshold claim 1 , the ozone generator is switched off.3. The faucet capable of discharging ozone water according to claim 2 , wherein the sensor further comprises an infrared sensor claim 2 , and when the ...

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Номер записи: 31
29-01-2015 дата публикации

POTABLE WATER DISPENDER

Номер: US20150028502A1
Автор: Fanelli Antonio
Принадлежит: K EUROPE S.R.L.

A potable water dispenser comprising a supporting structure for means of producing carbonated water. The means of producing carbonated water comprise at least one dispensing assembly that can be connected hermetically to the mouth of a container and is provided with a water dispensing port that is controlled by a first valve and is adapted to pour into the container a measured quantity of water, and a port for injecting pressurized gas into the container, which can be activated to carbonate the water poured into the container from the dispensing port. In the dispensing assembly there is, moreover, a venting port, which is controlled by a second valve, so as to allow the outflow of air from the container when water is poured into the container by the dispensing port. 112-. (canceled)13. A potable water dispenser comprising a supporting structure for means of producing carbonated water , wherein said means for producing carbonated water comprise at least one dispensing assembly , which is connected or can be connected hermetically to the mouth of a container , said dispensing assembly having a water dispensing port , which is controlled by a first valve and is adapted to pour into said container a measured quantity of water , and a port for injecting pressurized gas into said container , which can be activated to carbonate the water poured into said container from said dispensing port , a venting port being provided in said dispensing assembly and being controlled by a second valve so as to allow the outflow of air from said container during the pouring of said measured quantity of water into said container by said dispensing port.14. The dispenser according to claim 13 , comprising control means which are adapted to actuate claim 13 , upon the opening of said first valve claim 13 , the opening of said second valve as well.15. The dispenser according to claim 13 , wherein said dispensing port is connected by way of said first valve to a potable water source.16. The ...

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Номер записи: 32
02-02-2017 дата публикации

OXYGEN DISSOLUTION DEVICE

Номер: US20170027138A1
Автор: KIM Geon Ho
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The present invention pertains to an oxygen dissolution device. According to the device, the oxygen and water introduced into the housing are agitated and mixed with each other by eddies and currents formed by the plurality of first smashing blades and the second smashing blades, then converted into oxygen-dissolved water having a large amount of dissolved oxygen. Therefore, an amount of oxygen which is not dissolved in the water to be waste may be decreased so as to reduce purchase costs of oxygen, as well as, when supplying the oxygen-dissolved water having a large amount of dissolved oxygen as described above to a fish farm, the amount of dissolved oxygen of the water in the fish farm may be rapidly adjusted to a level which is suitable for the farmed fish to live in. 1. An oxygen dissolution device comprising: an electric motor; a shaft which is connected to a motor shaft of the electric motor to rotate therewith; an impeller which is fixed to the shaft to rotate therewith when the shaft rotates; a plurality of first smashing blades which are mounted on the shaft apart from each other at a fixed interval while the shaft passes through central portions thereof , and have a plurality of flow holes formed therein; a plurality of second smashing blades which are mounted between the first smashing blades on the shaft which passes through central portions thereof , and have a plurality of flow holes formed therein; and a housing which encloses the impeller , the first smashing blades and the second smashing blades , and includes an air injection port into which oxygen is introduced , a water injection port into which water is introduced , and a water discharge port through which oxygen-dissolved water , in which oxygen and water are mixed , is discharged ,wherein the first smashing blades are fixedly mounted on an outer circumference of the shaft through the central portions thereof so as to rotate therewith when the shaft rotates, andthe second smashing blades are ...

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Номер записи: 33
02-02-2017 дата публикации

ROTATABLE AND STABLE CONTAINER

Номер: US20170027348A1
Автор: Hynes India
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Aspects of the present invention comprise a container that is stably rotatable. In embodiments, a container may rotate about a central axis, wherein the container comprises at least one feature at the central axis that facilitate rotation and at least one other lateral feature that provides stability to the container to reduce the occurrence of tipping or spilling while the container is moving. 1. A glass configured for stable spinning , comprising:a base;a container wall extending upwardly from the base, the base and the container wall cooperating to define a central axis and a receptacle for receiving a liquid; a central axis feature positioned about a central axis of the glass;', 'a lateral feature positioned proximate an outer edge of the bottom surface of the base a radial distance from the central axis, the lateral feature encircling the base, wherein the central axis feature extends below a plane defined by the lateral feature by an offset distance such that the glass rests on the central axis feature when placed on a flat surface and the lateral feature contacts the flat surface when the glass is tilted;, 'wherein a bottom surface of the base compriseswherein the offset distance is between 0.05 mm and 0.15 mm;wherein a ratio of the radial distance to the lateral feature to the offset distance is between 200:1 and 1000:1.2. The glass of claim 1 , wherein an interior surface of the container wall comprises at least one aeration feature that extends in a circumferential direction of the container wall.3. The glass of claim 2 , wherein the at least one aeration feature comprises a first aeration feature and a second aeration feature.4. The glass of claim 3 , wherein a first plane defined by the first aeration feature is angled relative to a second plane defined by the second aeration feature.5. The glass of claim 4 , wherein both the first plane and the second plane are angled relative to an upper edge of the container wall.6. The glass of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 34
01-02-2018 дата публикации

LIQUID AERATING DEVICE

Номер: US20180028986A1
Автор: Min Byung Eun
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A liquid aerating device is presented. The device includes a first inner channel through which air flows in a first direction, a second inner channel extending substantially parallel to the first inner channel, wherein liquid flows through the second inner channel in a second direction that is opposite of the first direction, and an aeration chamber. The aeration chamber is connected to the first inner channel and the second inner channel, and positioned such that the air flows into the first inner channel from the aeration chamber and the liquid flows out of the second inner channel into the aeration chamber. 1a first inner channel through which air flows in a first direction;a second inner channel extending substantially parallel to the first inner channel, wherein liquid flows through the second inner channel in a second direction that is opposite of the first direction; andan aeration chamber connected to the first inner channel and the second inner channel, the aeration chamber positioned such that the air flows into the first inner channel from the aeration chamber and the liquid flows out of the second inner channel into the aeration chamber.. A liquid aerating device comprising: This application is a continuation of Ser. No. 15/069,837 filed on Mar. 14, 2016 and all the benefits accruing therefrom under 35 U.S.C § 119, the contents of the prior application being herein incorporated by reference.The disclosure relates to a liquid aerator, and particularly to an aerator that attaches to a bottle to aerate the liquid as it flows out.Some beverages, such as red wine, are often considered to be more enjoyable after they have been exposed to air. There are numerous ways to achieve this aeration. One way is to, upon opening a new bottle of wine, pour the content into a decanter and let it “breathe.” Another way to achieve aeration is to open a bottle of wine some period before one plans on drinking it. Yet another way to aerate red wine is to pour the wine into ...

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Номер записи: 35
02-02-2017 дата публикации

FACILITY FOR TREATMENT OF AN AQUEOUS EFFLUENT BY HYDROTHERMAL OXIDATION

Номер: US20170029302A1
Автор: Sadoschenko Olivier, Sarrail Grégoire
Принадлежит: INNOVEOX

The invention relates to a facility for treatment of an aqueous effluent by hydrothermal oxidation, which comprises: a reactor comprising a tube in which the aqueous effluent to be treated flows, the tube of the reactor having a plurality of bends formed by oxidant-injection devices, each oxidant-injection device comprising: a reactor part () forming an effluent-circulation channel () bent at an angle in which a flow of aqueous effluent can circulate, and an injector part () comprising a first opening () suitable for being connected to a source of oxidant located outside the effluent-circulation channel () and a second opening () located in the effluent-circulation channel (), and a source of oxidant connected to the injector part so as to inject the pressurised oxidant into the flow of aqueous effluent to be treated. 1. A facility for treating an aqueous effluent by hydrothermal oxidation , comprising: 'a reactor part forming an effluent circulation channel with a bent shape in which an aqueous effluent flow can circulate, the effluent circulation channel having a first channel portion through which the effluent flow enters into the reactor part and in which the effluent flow circulates in a first circulation direction and a second channel portion in which the effluent flow circulates in a second circulation direction forming a nonzero angle with the first circulation direction, and leaves the reactor part, and', 'a reactor comprising a tube in which the aqueous effluent to be treated circulates, the tube of the reactor having several bends formed by oxidant injection devices, each oxidant injection device comprisingan injector part comprising a first opening suitable for being connected to an oxidant source located outside the effluent circulation channel, a second opening located in the second channel portion and an oxidant injection channel extending from the first opening to the second opening in a direction parallel to the second circulation direction, so as ...

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Номер записи: 36
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Beverage composition and process

Номер: US20220046960A1
Автор: Kurt H. Ruppman
Принадлежит: Individual

A beverage comprising a hydrogen-infused, degassed water and a nonessential amino acid are disclosed. The beverage can further include a natural sweetener, a dicarboxylic acid, a tricarboxylic acid, an α-amino acid, an electrolyte, a caffeine composition, and a Vitamin B composition. Also disclosed is a method for making such beverage. The beverage provides benefits to health.

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Номер записи: 37
17-02-2022 дата публикации

MIXING DEVICE

Номер: US20220047997A1
Автор: RIEDLINGER Manfred
Принадлежит: RAMPF Holding GmbH & CO. KG

The invention relates to a mixing chamber in which a first liquid comes into contact with a second liquid, and a gas injection device designed to inject a gas into the mixing chamber, wherein the gas injection device comprises: a gas source to provide the gas at a predetermined pressure, and a metering unit to limit the gas provided by the gas source to a predetermined flow rate, wherein the metering unit is in contact with the mixing chamber on a gas outlet side of the metering unit, wherein the gas outlet side of the metering unit comprises an elongated gap, wherein the gas passes out of the metering unit into the mixing chamber via the elongated gap, and wherein the gas passes out of the metering unit into the mixing chamber. 1. A mixing device for mixing liquids with gas , comprising:a mixing chamber in which a first liquid comes into contact with a second liquid, anda gas injection device designed to inject gas into the mixing chamber,{'claim-text': ['a gas source to provide the gas at a predetermined pressure, and', 'a metering unit to limit the gas provided by the gas source to a predetermined flow rate, wherein the metering unit is in contact with the mixing chamber on a gas outlet side of the metering unit,'], '#text': 'wherein the gas injection device comprises:'}wherein the gas outlet side of the metering unit comprises an elongated gap, andwherein the gas passes out of the metering unit into the mixing chamber via the elongated gap.2. The mixing device of claim 1 , wherein the metering unit is formed from two planar elements coupled to one another.3. The mixing device of claim 2 , wherein the planar elements abut one another substantially over their entire surface.4. The mixing device of claim 3 , wherein the abutting surfaces of the planar elements have a mean surface roughness (Ra) of at most Ra 0.1.5. The mixing device of claim 2 , wherein the planar elements comprise ring discs and wherein the gas outlet side of the metering unit is formed on an ...

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Номер записи: 38
30-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD OF MANUFACTURING BEVERAGE WITHIN CONTAINER

Номер: US20200029600A1
Автор: Colina Dave
Принадлежит: Livewell Collective, LLC

Oxygenated beverages are described herein and methods for production of same. In an embodiment, a beverage delivery system is described including a container and an oxygen-containing aqueous liquid wherein the dissolved oxygen content is from about 25 ppm to about 50 ppm, where the liquid and a gas comprising oxygen within the container provide a pressure force of about 20 PSI to about 35 PSI on the interior surfaces of the container, and wherein the nitrogen content is very low causing a force of less than 17 PSI on the interior surfaces of the container. 1. A beverage delivery system , comprising:a container comprising a sidewall coupled between an upper surface and a lower surface;an aqueous liquid disposed within the container, the aqueous liquid comprising an oxygen content of greater than about 25 ppm (parts per million);wherein the aqueous liquid and a gas comprising oxygen within the container are configured to provide for a pressure in a range of between approximately 20 PSI (pounds per square inch) and approximately 35 PSI on interior surfaces of the container; andwherein oxygen within the container causes a force to push on the interior surfaces of the container.2. The beverage delivery system of claim 1 , wherein nitrogen content within the container causes substantially no force to push on the interior surfaces of the container.3. The beverage delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the content of the container comprises substantially no nitrogen.4. The beverage delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the liquid is substantially devoid of nitrogen.5. The beverage delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the liquid comprises an oxygen content of greater than about 35 ppm.6. The beverage delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the liquid comprises an oxygen content of greater than about 45 ppm.7stevia. The beverage delivery system of claim 5 , wherein the aqueous liquid further comprises sugar claim 5 , erythritol claim 5 , extract claim 5 , and monk fruit extract.8. ...

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Номер записи: 39
04-02-2021 дата публикации

MICROBICIDE

Номер: US20210030007A1
Автор: MISAWA Naoaki, TAKAHASHI Tsunejiro, Yamaguchi Hideki
Принадлежит: OPT CREATION, INC.

Provided is a method for manufacturing a microbicide having high microbicidal performance for eradicating microbes. This method for manufacturing a microbicide comprises: a step for preparing an inorganic aqueous solution containing an inorganic component having seawater as a raw material thereof, an ozone mixing step for mixing ozone into the inorganic aqueous solution, and a stirring step for stirring the inorganic aqueous solution mixed with ozone and passing through a bubble generation nozzle; wherein, the temperature of the inorganic aqueous solution in the ozone mixing step and the stirring step is 0° C. to 30° C., and when the amount of inorganic aqueous solution treated in the ozone mixing step and the stirring step is defined as X liters and the treatment rate of the ozone mixing step and the stirring step is defined as Y liters/minute, then the microbicide is manufactured by alternately repeating the ozone mixing step and the stirring step for A·X/Y minutes (where A is 30 or more). 1. A microbicide manufactured according to the method for manufacturing a microbicide ,the method for manufacturing a microbicide, comprising:a step for preparing an inorganic aqueous solution containing an inorganic component having seawater as a raw material thereof,an ozone mixing step for mixing ozone into the inorganic aqueous solution, anda stirring step for stirring the inorganic aqueous solution mixed with ozone and passing through a bubble generation nozzle; wherein,when the amount of inorganic aqueous solution treated in the ozone mixing step and the stirring step is defined as X liters and the treatment rate of the ozone mixing step and the stirring step is defined as Y liters/minute, then the microbicide is manufactured by alternately repeating the ozone mixing step and the stirring step for A·X/Y minutes, where A is 40 to 80,{'sub': '2', 'the inorganic aqueous solution contains three-fold diluted bittern-containing water with water and the bittern-containing water ...

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Номер записи: 40
30-01-2020 дата публикации

AERATING AND LIQUID AGITATING DEVICE

Номер: US20200030756A1
Автор: Henius Doah Chase, Otter Elijah Floyd
Принадлежит: AEROMIXER, LLC

An aerating and liquid agitating device to efficiently introduce high velocity, agitating air into a water line for mixing and aerating water tanks. An illustrative embodiment of the aerating and liquid agitating device includes a device fitting having an ingress end configured to be coupled to a liquid pump, an egress end and an opening between the ingress end and the egress end. The device fitting may be configured to accommodate flow of a liquid from the ingress end to the egress end. An air inlet fitting may extend through the opening in the device fitting and terminate inside the device fitting. The air inlet fitting may be defined by a terminal angled profile sloped between from about 35° to about 90°. An air inlet hose may be coupled to the air inlet fitting. The air inlet hose may be configured to introduce air through the air inlet fitting into the device fitting. 1. An aerating and liquid agitating device , the device comprising:a device fitting having an ingress end configured to be coupled to a liquid pump, an egress end and an opening between the ingress end and the egress end, the device fitting configured to accommodate flow of a liquid from the ingress end to the egress end;an air inlet fitting extending through the opening in the device fitting and terminating inside the device fitting, the air inlet fitting defined by a terminal angled profile sloped between from about 35° to about 90°; andan air inlet hose coupled to the air inlet fitting, the air inlet hose configured to introduce air through the air inlet fitting into the device fitting.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a male threaded reducer disposed in fluid communication with the ingress end of the device fitting claim 1 , the male threaded reducer configured for coupling with the liquid pump.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the male threaded reducer has a pump end and a tank end claim 2 , the pump end configured for coupling with the liquid pump and the tank end coupled to the ...

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Номер записи: 41
30-01-2020 дата публикации

MICRO-BUBBLE GENERATOR AND SHOWER HEAD

Номер: US20200030825A1
Автор: OTOGURO Koichi
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One object is to generate, without the need for a motive power source and a high level of machining accuracy, micro-bubbles containing a large amount of fine air bubbles. Another object is to provide a micro-bubble generator that switches between micro-bubble water, which contains micro-bubbles, and foamed water containing a large amount of air and having a tender texture. The micro-bubble generator includes: a water passage that includes a smaller diameter portion and a larger diameter portion disposed on the downstream side of the smaller diameter portion; an air inlet disposed in the larger diameter portion and an elastic body disposed in the air inlet and configured to isolate the water passage from external air. The elastic body is compressable by negative pressure generated in the water passage, causing the external air to be sucked into the water passage through the air inlet and over the compressed elastic body. 1. A micro-bubble generator comprising: a smaller diameter portion; and', 'a larger diameter portion disposed on a downstream side of the smaller diameter portion;', 'an air inlet disposed in the larger diameter portion; and', 'an elastic body disposed in the air inlet and configured to isolate the water passage from external air,', 'wherein the elastic body is disposed on a wall surface of the air inlet such that the elastic body is in pressure contact with the wall surface, and', 'wherein the elastic body is compressable by negative pressure generated in the water passage generating a gap between the elastic body and the wall surface and causing the external air to be sucked into the water passage through the gap in the air inlet., 'a water passage comprising2. The micro-bubble generator according to claim 1 , wherein the negative pressure is generated in the larger diameter portion by high-speed water flowing in the smaller diameter portion of the water passage.3. (canceled)4. The micro-bubble generator according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic ...

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Номер записи: 42
05-02-2015 дата публикации

Micro-bubble generator of carbon dioxide

Номер: US20150035178A1
Автор: Hiroshi Yoshimoto, Shigeharu Koboshi, Toshio Sasaki
Принадлежит: Hot Album Tansansen Tablet Inc

A first object of the present invention is to provide a micro-bubble generator of carbon dioxide which is arranged so as to enhance health promoting effects such as improvement of blood circulation due to carbon dioxide gas generated by dissolving a tablet, thereby exhibiting effects of taking a shower of bicarbonate with appropriate concentrations for a prolonged period of time. And, a second object thereof is to provide a micro-bubble generator of carbon dioxide which is arranged so that a rate of dissolution of a carbonated bath tablet is optimized, by which the tablet is kept longer, exchanged less frequently, resulting in reduction in running costs, and also the generator can be attached to a generally available shower unit, thus making it possible to exchange and load the tablet easily and in a short period of time, and the present invention is characterized that a micro-bubble generator of carbon dioxide which is installed at a water supply channel of hot water to eject carbon dioxide gas/micro-bubbles mixed water, and a micro-bubble generator of carbon dioxide which is disposed between a shower unit and a hose, having an opening/closing mechanism, in which there is installed a carbonated bath tablet accommodating portion for accommodating a carbonated bath tablet.

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Номер записи: 43
04-02-2021 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND ARRANGEMENT FOR INTRODUCING A GAS INTO A MAIN MEDIUM IN PARTICULAR IN WASTE WATER TREATMENT

Номер: US20210031153A1
Автор: Mante Jan, Schwerdt Joerg
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Apparatus for introducing a gas into a main medium, comprising: a main conduit for guiding the main medium, a multitude of injection lines for guiding the gas, wherein each of the injection lines has a respective end section with a respective outlet opening situated within the main conduit, and wherein the end sections are oriented essentially parallel to each other and to the main conduit. With the apparatus a gas can be introduced in particular into waste water for obtaining a biologically activated sludge. Thereby, interaction between the gas and the waste water can be particularly pronounced due to a particularly large liquid-gas-interface caused by particularly extensive turbulences. Further, shear stress acting on particles in the activated sludge can be advantageously low, thus avoiding damage of the biological particles. 114.-. (canceled)16. The apparatus of claim 15 , wherein claim 15 , in a cross section perpendicular to the main conduit claim 15 , the end sections of the injection lines are arranged on concentric circles.17. The apparatus of claim 16 , wherein one of the injection lines is an inner injection line and the remaining injection lines are outer injection lines claim 16 , wherein the end sections of the outer injection lines are radially spaced apart from the end section of the inner injection line.18. The apparatus of claim 17 , wherein the end sections of the outer injection lines are equally spaced apart from each other in a circumferential direction.19. The apparatus of claim 19 , wherein the outlet openings of the outer injection lines are arranged in a plane perpendicular to the main conduit.2011. The apparatus of claim 15 , wherein the outlet opening of the inner injection line () is arranged downstream of the outlet openings of the outer injection lines.21. The apparatus of claim 15 , wherein the main conduit comprises a narrowing downstream of the outlet opening of all the injection lines.22. The apparatus of claim 15 , wherein a ...

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Номер записи: 44
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Cleaning Device for Ponds

Номер: US20210032123A1
Автор: Hanke Andreas
Принадлежит:

A cleaning device for ponds () for interaction with at least one pond filter for removal of solids () from the pond () has a sediment swirling device () with a pump () which sucks in a swirling medium and discharges the latter through at least one ejector channel () in the area of sedimented solids (). The cleaning device is self-floating and is provided with a motion drive () and a location determination device for the purpose of directional control. 1. A method for cleaning a pond , the method comprising:positioning a telescoping length-variable ejector channel of a sediment swirling device near a bottom of the pond;ejecting a swirling medium at an ejection pressure toward the bottom of the pond through a lower end of the telescoping length-variable ejector channel to swirl up sediments from the bottom of the pond, wherein the lower end is balanced with respect to a weight thereof relative to the ejection pressure;spacing apart the lower end from the bottom of the pond by the ejection pressure to follow a contour of the bottom of the pond and to keep a constant working height of the lower end relative to the bottom of the pond.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising floating the sediment swirling device on a surface of the pond.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising sucking in air as the swirling medium.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising moving the sediment swirling device by a motion drive across the pond.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising moving the sediment swirling device across the pond by an angled ejector channel acting as a jet propulsion drive.6. The method according to claim 5 , further comprising motorically adjusting the angled ejector channel for direction setting of a movement of the sediment swirling device across the pond.7. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising supplying an electromotively driven pump of the sediment swirling device ejecting the swirling ...

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Номер записи: 45
05-02-2015 дата публикации

FAUCET-INTEGRATED CARBONATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20150037464A1
Автор: McHale James, Pitsch Walter, Ye Xiao Jing
Принадлежит:

Systems and methods are disclosed for providing carbonated water through a typical kitchen faucet. The faucet-integrated carbonation system can include a carbonated water reservoir coupled to a residential or commercial cold water supply line as well as a COtank, all of which can be mounted under a kitchen countertop or the like. The water held in the reservoir can be carbonated using the COwhen a user activates a COactivation mechanism. The system can further include a carbonated water on/off valve for dispensing carbonated water from the carbonated water reservoir via a waterway with an outlet disposed at the end of the faucet. 1. A faucet for dispensing carbonated water , comprising:a mixing valve coupled to a body of the faucet and fluidly coupled to at least one water supply line;a carbonated water valve coupled to the body of the faucet and fluidly coupled to a carbonated water waterway, the carbonated water valve comprising at least a portion of a carbon dioxide activation mechanism; anda dispensing waterway fluidly coupled to the carbonated water valve and configured to dispense carbonated water at an outlet of the faucet.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the carbonated water valve is an ON/OFF valve comprising:an ON position in which the carbonated water waterway is fluidly coupled to the dispensing waterway;an OFF position in which the carbonated water waterway is disconnected from the dispensing waterway; anda carbon dioxide charge position in which tension on a cable coupled to the carbonated water valve opens a carbon dioxide tank valve.3. The faucet of claim 1 , further comprising:a pressure relief line fluidly coupled to the dispensing waterway at a point downstream of the carbonated water valve; anda pressure relief valve fluidly coupled to the pressure relief line, wherein the pressure relief valve is configured to permit one of liquid and gas to flow towards the dispensing waterway when a prevailing pressure upstream of the pressure relief valve ...

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Номер записи: 46
09-02-2017 дата публикации

A device for the carbonation of liquids

Номер: US20170035081A1
Автор: Alasaarela Janne Valdemar
Принадлежит:

A device intended for the carbonation of liquids, to which is added safety, simplified usage and operating principles, and decreased production costs. The device is typically intended for domestic use and it is suitable for use, for example, with water-filled soft drink bottles and a 425 g refillable carbon dioxide gas cylinder. The device is attached to the liquid-filled bottle, and turning the device and the bottle like a lever against the threaded portion of the carbon dioxide gas cylinder causes carbon dioxide to flow into the liquid. The device is provided with a relief valve, and the device is not firmly attached to the carbon dioxide gas cylinder. Thus, incorrect use, e.g. dropping the device, will not result in harm to the carbon dioxide gas cylinder or to the user. 245. A device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the retainer () has substantially the rotational form of the thread part of the carbon dioxide gas cylinder ().3121814151318. A device according to characterized in that the clamping force of the liquid-filled container () attached to the device () compresses the valve formed from the pin () and seal () claim 1 , where the carbon dioxide is allowed to flow () into the liquid claim 1 , but not back into the device ().42. A device according to claim 1 , characterized in that it is provided with one or more of the following elements: a relief valve () claim 1 , a pressure gauge claim 1 , a pressure regulator.5. A device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the liquid is a drink containing a substantial amount of water.654181148544811765161318. A method for carbonating liquids claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , in the said method claim 1 , a carbon dioxide gas cylinder () is placed against a retainer () claim 1 , and the device () is rotated () around the retainer () so that the sliding surface () presses the carbon dioxide gas cylinder () against the retainer () claim 1 , and the retainer () and sliding surface () guide the ...

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Номер записи: 47
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Apparatus buffer and method for ph control

Номер: US20210033588A1
Автор: Andrew Curl, Dean Fitzgerald, Fang Liu
Принадлежит: University of Hertfordshire

An apparatus, buffer solutions and a method are provided for pH control of in vitro dissolution tests used to monitor the drug release rate from solid unit dosage forms which are used to predict their in vivo effects or for quality control purposes. A method of preparing a continuous condition and a clear bicarbonate ion based solution for in vitro dissolution testing of pharmaceutical products is also provided. An enclosure device is also provided for use in the provision of pH control and stabilization to a bicarbonate based solution used in the in vitro dissolution testing of pharmaceutical products.

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Номер записи: 48
11-02-2016 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR GENERATING HIGH PRESSURE OZONE WATER BY USING LOW PRESSURE OZONE GAS SOURCE

Номер: US20160039692A1
Автор: HSU Mingyung
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A device for generating high pressure ozone water by using a low pressure ozone gas source includes an ozone gas and water mixture bucket. A water inlet of the ozone gas and water mixture bucket is connected with a tap water inlet through a pipe system and a water inlet solenoid valve. A water outlet of the ozone gas and water mixture bucket is connected with a water outlet through the pipe system and a water outlet one-way valve. An ozone gas inlet of the ozone gas and water mixture bucket is connected with an ozone inlet through the pipe system and an ozone gas inlet one-way valve. The ozone gas and water mixture bucket is provided with an off-gas outlet. The off-gas outlet is connected with a discharge outlet through the off-gas destruct bucket. The water inlet solenoid valve is connected with a power control unit. 1. A device for generating high pressure ozone water by using a low pressure ozone gas source , comprising an ozone gas and water mixture bucket , a water inlet of the ozone water mixture bucket being connected with a tap water inlet through a pipe system and a water inlet solenoid valve; a water outlet of the ozone gas and water mixture bucket being connected with a water outlet through the pipe system and a water outlet one-way valve; an ozone gas inlet of the ozone gas and water mixture bucket being connected with an ozone gas inlet through the pipe system and an ozone gas inlet one-way valve; the ozone gas and water mixture bucket being provided with an off-gas outlet , the aeration opening being connected with a discharge outlet through the off-gas destruct bucket; the water inlet solenoid valve being connected with a power control unit.2. The device for generating high pressure ozone water by using a low pressure ozone gas source as claimed in claim 1 , comprising at least one ozone gas and water mixture bucket claim 1 , the water inlet of each ozone gas and water mixture bucket being respectively connected with the tap water inlet through the ...

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Номер записи: 49
08-02-2018 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR AERATING WINE

Номер: US20180036691A1
Автор: HOLBECHE Thomas Bickford, TATAREK Andrew Richard Thomas
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a wine aerating device comprising a body member (), adapted to hold a container () containing pressurized gas and a lance member () for diffusing pressurized gas into a wine to be aerated, the body member () being provided with a passage () for passing a flow of pressurized gas from the container () to the lance member (), comprising a comprising a control mechanism () for providing a flow of pressurized gas from the body member () to the lance member () over a variable length of time, the duration of which can be manually set by a user, wherein the control mechanism () comprises a valve (), the valve being adapted to be manually actuated by rotary movement of a collar () provided on body member (). 1. A wine aerating device comprising a body member , adapted to hold a container containing pressurized gas and a lance member for diffusing pressurized gas into a wine to be aerated , the body member being provided with a passage for passing a flow of pressurized gas from the container to the lance member , comprising a control mechanism for providing a flow of pressurized gas from the body member to the lance member over a variable length of time , the duration of which can be manually set by a user ,characterized in that the control mechanism comprises a valve, the valve being adapted to be manually actuated by rotary movement of a collar provided on body member.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein there is provided a spring mechanism providing a biasing force acting on the collar.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the valve defines a closed position claim 2 , preventing flow of pressurized gas claim 2 , and an open position claim 2 , allowing flow of pressurized gas claim 2 , the valve being adapted for being actuated by rotary movement of the collar from the closed position into the open position claim 2 , and after termination of manual actuation to be urged back into the closed position by means of the spring ...

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Номер записи: 50
12-02-2015 дата публикации

BURST DISK PROTECTED VALVE

Номер: US20150040991A1
Автор: Cohen Avi, DANIELI Guy
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A safety unit for a home carbonation machine that includes a valve to release gas from a sealed state at a first pressure and a backup element set to rupture at a second higher pressure when the valve malfunctions. The valve also includes a backup element housing which moves to vent the gas via an outlet during carbonation and which has a conduit to direct the gas to the backup element. 1. A safety unit for a home carbonation machine , the unit comprising:a valve to release gas from a sealed state at a first pressure; anda backup element set to rupture at a second higher pressure when said valve malfunctions.2. The safety unit of and wherein said valve comprises a backup element housing which moves to vent said gas via an outlet during carbonation.3. The safety unit of and wherein said backup element housing has a conduit to direct said gas to said backup element.4. The safety unit of and wherein said backup element housing has a secondary outlet to vent said excess gas after said backup element is ruptured.5. The safety unit of and wherein said backup element is a burst disk.6. The safety unit of and wherein said burst disk comprises a membrane manufactured from at least one of nickel claim 5 , stainless steel and plastic.7. The safety unit of and wherein said backup element housing comprises two rings to hold said membrane.8. A method for a safety valve claim 6 , the method comprising:releasing gas from said safety valve at a first pressure; andrupturing a backup element of said safety valve at a second higher pressure when said releasing malfunctions.9. The method of and wherein said releasing comprises venting said gas via an outlet during carbonation.10. The method of and also comprising directing said gas to said backup element when said releasing malfunctions.11. The method of and also comprising venting said excess gas after said rupturing.12. The method of and wherein said backup element is a burst disk.13. The method of and wherein said burst disk ...

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Номер записи: 51
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Polyionic Molecular Diffuser and Filter Method

Номер: US20150041412A1
Автор: Cortes Gustavo Solis, González Luis Pablo Díaz-Rivera
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A Polyionic Molecular Diffuser and Filter Method. The device and method provides superlative filtration in macro, micro and nano ranges for a variety of fluids. The device utilizes filtration elements that are relatively low cost, yet provide the significant advantage of being able to be back-flushed periodically to remove captured solids. The device employs an arrangement of filter elements wherein the filtration axis of the filters is perpendicular to the flow axis of the collecting housing. The device and method further provides a way for adjusting filter to capture different sizes of solids, depending upon the particular user adjustment. This same filter is adaptable to operate as a gas diffuser that will diffuse gas into a liquid in a very controllable manner, while also purifying the diffused air. 1. A filter , comprising: a base plate having an inlet aperture formed therethrough;', 'a cannister attached to said base plate to form an internal chamber, said cannister walls defined by a plurality of small apertures formed therethrough;, 'a housing defined bya diffuser pipe passing through said inlet aperture and into said internal chamber, said diffuser pipe formed with a plurality of elongate slots penetrating the wall of said diffuser pipe between the inside of said diffuser pipe and the outside of said diffuser pipe, said diffuser pipe defining a longitudinal axis and terminating in a distal end inside of said internal chamber;three or more thin plates forming a stack defining a planar axis perpendicular to said longitudinal axis, said diffuser pipe passing through central apertures in said thin plates of said stack, such that said elongate slots are covered by said stack;upper and lower sealing rings atop and below said stack of plates;upper and lower compression plates atop and below said respective sealing rings; andan end cap engaging said distal end to compress said stack of thin plates between said compression plates.2. The filter of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 52
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Method Of Producing A Canned Hydrogen Infused Beverage

Номер: US20190037891A1
Автор: Smith Rick
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A method of producing a canned hydrogen infused beverage having the steps of: providing a can; introducing a solid that includes metal into the can; filling the can with a carbonated liquid having water; generating molecular hydrogen from the reaction of the solid and the water; and sealing the can. A can formed through such a process is likewise disclosed. An alternative process is further disclosed that provides the mixing of Magnesium into a mixture prior to the filling on a larger scale and, for example, within the reservoir or bowl of the filler. Both carbonated and non-carbonated configurations are contemplated. 1. A method of producing a canned hydrogen infused carbonated beverage comprising the steps of:providing a can;introducing a solid that includes metal into the can;filling the can with a carbonated liquid having water;generating molecular hydrogen from the reaction of the solid and the water; andsealing the can.2. The method of wherein the metal of the solid that is introduced into the can during the step of introducing comprises magnesium.3. The method of wherein the solid comprises magnesium particles.4. The method of wherein the magnesium particles include a coating.5. The method of wherein the step of generating molecular hydrogen continues until any magnesium introduced into the can is in solution.6. The method of wherein the carbonated liquid comprises any one or more of: carbonated water claim 1 , beer claim 1 , soft drinks claim 1 , carbonated energy drinks claim 1 , flavored carbonated water.7. The method of wherein the can comprises any one or more of: a metal container claim 1 , a rigid plastic container claim 1 , a flexible plastic container claim 1 , a rigid glass container claim 1 , a paperboard container claim 1 , as well as combinations of the same8. The method of wherein the can comprises a metal can for beverages.9. The method of further comprising the step of:introducing at least one of a catalyst, a flavoring, a vitamin, caffeine, ...

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Номер записи: 53
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Soap Spinner

Номер: US20190038504A1
Автор: Shrak Oren
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Embodiments described herein include an apparatus for use in a bathtub containing water. The apparatus includes an outer shell, a soap holder, configured to hold a liquid soap, at least one set of blades, and a motor disposed within the outer shell and coupled to the set of blades. The motor is configured to form soap bubbles by spinning the set of blades such that the blades lift the water from the bathtub, and pass the lifted water, together with liquid soap from the soap holder, through air. Other embodiments are also described. 1. Apparatus for use in a bathtub containing water , the apparatus comprising:an outer shell;a soap holder, configured to hold a liquid soap;at least one set of blades; and lift the water from the bathtub, and', 'pass the lifted water, together with liquid soap from the soap holder, through air., 'a motor disposed within the outer shell and coupled to the set of blades, the motor being configured to form soap bubbles by spinning the set of blades such that the blades2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a suction holder coupled to the outer shell claim 1 , the suction holder being configured to couple the outer shell to a wall of the bathtub.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a mesh configured to couple to the outer shell over the set of blades.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each of the blades is shaped to define one or more apertures passing from one face of the blade to an opposite face of the blade.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the outer shell is partly submerged in the water with a longitudinal axis of the outer shell being parallel to a surface of the water claim 1 , the set of blades is partly submerged in the water.6. The apparatus according to claim 5 , wherein an axis of rotation of the set of blades is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the outer shell.7. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the soap holder comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 54
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Pressurized Beverage Container with a Portion Having a Function Associated with Immersion in a Beverage

Номер: US20220055825A1
Автор: McNicholas Sean
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A pressurized beverage container comprising a receptacle with an internal area, an opening and a lid covering said opening, in which said lid comprises a releasable section which is manually movable from a sealed position in which it forms a functional covering part of said lid, to an open position in which it is displaced from a remainder of said lid such that an aperture is formed in said lid, in which said lid comprises a tail part, in which said tail position is movably associated with said releasable section such that during at least part of said manual movement of said releasable section from said sealed position to said open position said tail part travels inwardly into said internal area, and in which said tail part comprises a function associated with immersion in a beverage. 1. A pressurized beverage container comprising a receptacle with an internal area , an opening and a lid covering said opening , in which said lid comprises a releasable section which is manually movable from a sealed position in which it forms a functional covering part of said lid , to an open position in which it is displaced from a remainder of said lid such that an aperture is formed in said lid ,in which said lid comprises a tail part, in which said tail part is movably associated with said releasable section such that during at least part of said manual movement of said releasable section from said sealed position to said open position said tail part travels inwardly into said internal area, and in which said tail part comprises a function associated with immersion in a beverage.2. A pressurized beverage container as claimed in in which a beverage is disposed in said internal area claim 1 , and in which said tail part extends from said releasable section and is arranged above said beverage when said releasable section is in said sealed position and said container is arranged with said opening uppermost.3. A pressurized beverage contained as claimed in in which said tail part is ...

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Номер записи: 55
24-02-2022 дата публикации

SYNTHESIS METHOD AND SYNTHESIS DEVICE FOR CYCLODODECENE

Номер: US20220055970A1
Автор: Jang Namjin, Jeong Wook, Kim Youngjin, SONG Kyuho
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A synthesis method and a synthesis device of cyclododecene according to the present invention have a high conversion rate of cyclododecatriene which is a reactant and a high selectivity of cyclododecene which is a required product, and even so, have an effect of significantly decreasing a reaction time. In addition, the method and the device have an excellent conversion rate of cyclododecatriene and an excellent selectivity of cyclododecene, while maintaining excellent reactivity without an organic solvent such as ethanol. Therefore, a volume of the reactor relative to an output of cyclododecene may be further decreased. Moreover, the method and the device may minimize costs for facilities and process, are practical, decrease a process time, and are industrially advantageous for mass production as compared with the conventional art. 1. A synthesis method of cyclododecene , the method comprising a hydrogenation process of subjecting cyclododecatriene to a partial hydrogenation reaction under a catalyst to synthesize cyclododecene ,wherein in the hydrogenation, cyclododecatriene and a hydrogen gas are reacted in a stirring tank reactor provided with a gas induction hollow-type agitator to synthesize cyclododecene.2. The synthesis method of cyclododecene of claim 1 , wherein in the hydrogenation claim 1 , the reaction is carried out by stirring the gas induction hollow-type agitator claim 1 , and the hydrogen gas is supplied to cyclododecatriene through a hollow portion of the gas induction hollow-type agitator.3. The synthesis method of cyclododecene of claim 2 , wherein the stirring tank reactor includes a reaction space formed inside claim 2 , and the reaction space includes a gaseous space formed in an upper portion and having a hydrogen gas and a liquid space formed in a lower portion and having a mixture including cyclododecatriene and the catalyst.4. The synthesis method of cyclododecene of claim 3 ,wherein the gas induction hollow-type agitator includes: an ...

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Номер записи: 56
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Systems and methods for creating an oxidation reduction potential (orp) in water for pathogenic control

Номер: US20190039924A1
Автор: Daniel W. Lynn
Принадлежит: Individual

Systems and methods for creating an oxidation reduction potential (ORP) in water for pathogenic control are described. The systems and methods generate an oxidation reduction potential that provides pathogenic control of the solution as well as pathogenic control of the surfaces with which the solution comes in immediate contact.

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Номер записи: 57
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Micro-Bubble Generator

Номер: US20200038815A1
Автор: Cai Muhua, Tian Song
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A micro-bubble generator has an intake manifold, a casing threadingly connected to the intake manifold, a first air inlet channel defined between threads of the intake manifold and the casing, a booster located inside the casing and having a gap defined between the casing and the booster to form a second air inlet channel and to communicate with the first air inlet channel, a bubble generating tube located inside the casing and having a third air inlet channel defined between the end faces of the bubble generating tube and of the booster. The booster includes a first water inlet and a first water outlet having an inner diameter smaller than that of the first water inlet so that water velocity at the first water outlet is faster than that at the first water inlet, which forces ambient air to enter the bubble generating tube via air inlet channels and to be mixed with water in the bubble generating tube to generate bubbles. Bubbles are cut into micro-bubbles after passing through the cutter and exit the bubble exit. 1. A micro-bubble generator comprising:an intake manifold provided with a water inlet channel;a casing threadingly connected to the intake manifold and having a receiving chamber, a gap defined at a joint where the casing and the intake manifold is threadingly connected, a first air inlet channel in communication with the receiving chamber and the casing and a bubble exit defined at an end of the casing and being away from the intake manifold;a booster located inside the receiving chamber and an end of which is provided with a first water inlet in communication with the water inlet channel and the other end of which is provided with a first water outlet having an inner diameter smaller than that of the first water inlet such that water velocity flowing out of the first water outlet is larger than that of water flowing into the first water inlet, wherein a second air inlet channel in communication with the first air inlet channel is defined between an outer ...

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Номер записи: 58
06-02-2020 дата публикации

ENHANCED MICRO BUBBLE DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHODS RELATED THERETO

Номер: US20200038819A1
Автор: Stevens Ron
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A device for enhanced generation of microbubbles in a more efficient manner is provided. The device is smaller, quieter, and more energy-efficient than prior microbubble-generating devices, and is suitable for use with liquid dispensing devices such as hydrotherapy jets, shower heads, liquid nozzles, and bathtub faucets. Methods of use of the enhanced microbubble system are also disclosed. 1. A microbubble system , comprising:a gas inlet comprising a first Venturi injector;a pressure vessel, with a microbubble device therein, interconnected to the gas inlet, the pressure vessel configured to receive liquid via a liquid source and mix the liquid with gas received via the gas inlet, the microbubble device configured to generate microbubbles of the gas in the liquid to form a microbubble-entrained liquid; andan outlet interconnected to the pressure vessel, configured to receive the microbubble-entrained liquid from the pressure vessel and dispense the microbubble-entrained liquid.2. The microbubble system of claim 1 , wherein the outlet comprises at least one of a microbubble nozzle and a second Venturi injector.3. The microbubble system of claim 1 , further comprising a pump interconnected to the pressure vessel and configured to pump the liquid from the liquid source into the pressure vessel.4. The microbubble system of claim 3 , wherein the gas inlet is located on at least one of an outlet of the pump and an inlet of the pump.5. The microbubble system of claim 1 , wherein the gas inlet is located on at least one of an inlet of the pressure vessel and an inlet line feeding the pressure vessel.6. The microbubble system of claim 1 , further comprising a third Venturi injector configured to inject a fluid additive either into the liquid before the liquid enters the pressure vessel or into the microbubble-entrained liquid dispensed from the outlet.7. The microbubble system of claim 6 , wherein the fluid additive comprises at least one of a nutrient and a sanitizing agent ...

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Номер записи: 59
18-02-2021 дата публикации

APPARATUS IN THE FORM OF A UNITARY, SINGLE-PIECE STRUCTURE CONFIGURED TO GENERATE AND MIX ULTRA-FINE GAS BUBBLES INTO A HIGH GAS CONCENTRATION AQUEOUS SOLUTION

Номер: US20210046435A1
Автор: Applewhite Jason, BLEVINS Tim, Dev Mayur
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A mixing apparatus for generating and mixing gas bubbles into an aqueous solution includes a structure defining an interior fluid-flow chamber that extends along a longitudinal axis between an input port at a liquid input end and an output port at a liquid output end. The structure includes a gas injection portion located upstream from the liquid output end and a mixing vane portion extending in the downstream direction from the gas injection portion. The gas injection portion defines a gas injection lumen and a first region of the interior fluid-flow chamber, while the mixing vane portion defines a second region of the interior fluid-flow chamber. The first region of the interior fluid-flow chamber includes a plurality of side fluid-path lumens that extend alongside a first part of the gas injection lumen. This first part of the gas injection lumen and the side fluid-path lumens merge with a downstream fluid-path lumen of the first region. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. An apparatus for generating and mixing gas bubbles into an aqueous solution , the apparatus comprising: a gas injection portion located upstream from the liquid output end, the gas injection portion defining a gas injection lumen and a first region of the interior fluid-flow chamber, the first region of the interior fluid-flow chamber comprising a plurality of side fluid-path lumens that extend in a downstream direction alongside a first part of the gas injection lumen, wherein the first part of the gas injection lumen and the plurality of side fluid-path lumens merge with a downstream fluid-path lumen of the first region, and the first part of the gas injection lumen is closer to the longitudinal axis than any of the plurality of side fluid-path lumens and; and', 'a mixing vane portion extending in the downstream direction from the gas injection portion and defining a second region of the interior fluid-flow chamber,, 'a structure defining an interior fluid-flow chamber extending along a ...

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Номер записи: 60
06-02-2020 дата публикации

NITROGEN INFUSED SPARKLING WINE AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME

Номер: US20200040289A1
Автор: Baker Andrew, HINTON Lisa, JOHNSON Ashli
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A carbon dioxide and nitrogen infused wine product includes wine infused with both carbon dioxide and nitrogen. A ratio of carbon dioxide to nitrogen in said wine can be in a range of 80%CO/20%N-60%CO/40%N. 1. A carbon dioxide and nitrogen infused wine product comprising:wine infused with both carbon dioxide and nitrogen;{'sub': 2', '2', '2', '2, 'wherein a ratio of carbon dioxide to nitrogen in said wine is in a range of 80%CO/20%N-60%CO/40%N.'}2. The carbon dioxide and nitrogen infused wine product of claim 1 , wherein said ratio is in the range of 75%CO/25%N-65%CO/35%N.3. A method of infusing wine with carbon dioxide and nitrogen claim 1 , the method comprising:infusing wine with carbon dioxide in a tank; andinfusing the carbon dioxide infused wine with nitrogen in an individual package.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the step of infusing the wine with carbon dioxide can be performed either by fermentation in the tank or carbonation in the tank.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of infusing the wine with carbon dioxide results in a pressurization of the wine in a range of 15-30 psi.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the step of infusing the wine with nitrogen in the individual package can be performed using a nitrogen dosing system as part of a bottling or canning process.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the step of infusing the carbon dioxide infused wine in the individual package can result in the carbon dioxide and nitrogen infused wine in the individual package having a pressure in the range of 35-50 psi.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein a ratio of carbon dioxide to nitrogen in said wine is in a range of 80%CO/20%N-60%CO/40%N.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein said ratio is in the range of 75%CO/25%N-65%CO/35%N.10. A wine product made by the process of:infusing wine with carbon dioxide in a tank; andinfusing the carbon dioxide infused wine with nitrogen in an individual package.11. The wine product of claim 10 , wherein the step of infusing the ...

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Номер записи: 61
18-02-2016 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR TRANSFERRING GAS MOLECULES FROM A GASEOUS MEDIUM INTO A LIQUID MEDIUM OR VICE VERSA

Номер: US20160045875A1
Автор: BUTT Hans-Juergen, DENG Xu, MAMMEN Lena, PAPADOPOULOS Periklis, Paven Maxime, VOLLMER Doris
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The present invention relates. to methods and devices for exchanging gas molecules between a gaseous medium and a liquid medium which are particularly suited for applications such as blood oxygenation in heart-lung machines and gas scrubbing. The method of the invention comprises the following steps: a) providing a liquid medium having a surface tension in the range of from 0.02 N/m to 0.06 N/m, b) providing a gaseous medium, c) providing a membrane on an interface between the liquid medium and the gaseous medium, wherein the membrane comprises i) a carrier substrate with through-going openings having a mean diameter in the range from 0.2 μιη to 200 μπι, and ii) a porous superamphiphobic coating layer with openings having a mean diameter in the range from 0.1 μm to 10 μm, which is provided at least on the substrate surface facing the liquid medium, wherein either the liquid medium or the gaseous medium, preferably the gaseous medium, comprises at least one target gas to be transferred and said membrane is permeable for the at least one gas to be transferred and not permeable for the liquid medium due to the super-amphiphobic properties of the membrane surface facing the liquid medium with respect to said liquid medium, d) contacting the gaseous medium with the liquid medium via said superamphiphobic layer for a sufficient time to enrich the liquid or gaseous target medium with the at least one gas to be transferred. 1. A method for transferring gas molecules from a gaseous medium into a liquid medium or vice versa comprising at least the following steps:a) providing a liquid medium having a surface tension (liquid-air) in a range of from 0.02 N/m to 0.06 N/m,b) providing a gaseous medium,c) providing a membrane on an interface between the liquid medium and the gaseous medium, wherein the membrane comprisesi) a carrier substrate with through-going openings having a mean diameter in a range from 0.2 μm to 200 μm, andii) a porous superamphiphobic coating layer with ...

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Номер записи: 62
18-02-2021 дата публикации

System for monitoring gas level in a gas storage cylinder

Номер: US20210047166A1
Автор: Lynton MCKAY
Принадлежит: Billi Australia Pty Ltd

The present invention is directed generally to the field carbonated beverage dispensing systems having a replaceable carbon dioxide storage cylinder. Such systems may be embodied in the form of a unitary apparatus including, but not exclusively, on-bench, under-bench or freestanding beverage cooling units. The invention may be embodied in the form of a beverage dispensing unit having a gas input connector configured to make gas tight connection to a gas container configured to hold a gas under pressure and a mass detection device. The gas input connector and mass detection device are arranged such that when a gas container is connected to the gas input connector, the mass detection device is capable of detecting a mass associated with the gas container. The unit may further have a gas container support extending from or about the mass detection device configured to maintain a gas container connected to the gas input connector in a position such that it bears on the mass detection device so as to allow the mass detection device to measure the mass of the gas container and any gas contained therein. Computer-implemented methods for monitoring the level of gas are also provided.

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Номер записи: 63
16-02-2017 дата публикации

HEATING, MIXING AND HYDRATING APPARATUS AND PROCESS

Номер: US20170043304A1
Автор: HOBBS Richard Hefford, PRESCOTT Martin
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The invention relates to apparatus and a process for mixing a gas/vapour with a process liquid comprising a material and a carrier liquid. The apparatus comprises a passage () having an inlet (), an outlet () for a process liquid comprising the material, and an inlet () for introducing supersonic steam at a mixing zone (). The profile of the mixing zone () can be varied to optimise mixing. 1. Apparatus for mixing a material with a gas/vapour , the apparatus comprising:i. a passage defined by a wall and having an inlet for a process liquid comprising the material and a carrier liquid and an outlet such that the process liquid flows from the inlet towards the outlet; andii. a vapor/gas nozzle for introducing a gas/vapour at supersonic velocity into the passage at a mixing zone, wherein a cross sectional area of the mixing zone is smaller than a cross sectional area of the passage upstream of the mixing zone; characterised in that a cross sectional profile of the mixing zone can be varied.2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the gas/vapour comprises steam.3. Apparatus according to claim 1 , comprising at least one movable flaps mounted on the inner wall of the passage at the mixing zone.4. Apparatus according to claim 3 , comprising a flap which is hinged at its upstream end and is rotatable through an arc of up to about 60° between a first position in and a second position in which it forms a lesser angle with the wall of the passage.5. Apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the flap has a flat upper face.6. Apparatus according to wherein the angle formed between the face of the flap and the passage wall when the flap is in the second position is between 160° and 120°.7. Apparatus according to wherein the flap has an upper face with one of a curved profile and an angled profile.8. Apparatus according to claim 7 , wherein the flap rotates through an arc of about 5 to 20°.9. Apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the flap is fixable into position at the first ...

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Номер записи: 64
15-02-2018 дата публикации

AERATION OF LIQUID SUITABLE FOR AQUEOUS WASTE TREATMENT

Номер: US20180043316A1
Автор: Anker Yaakov, Nocham Adi
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Disclosed are methods and devices useful for aerating and or adding additives to carbon-containing aqueous waste. 2. The aerator kit of claim 1 , wherein said at least one peripheral hole being perpendicular to said longitudinal axis.3. The aerator kit of claim 1 , further comprising:screw threads on at least a portion of the inside of said solid wall of said body component near said proximal aperture; andconstituting at least a portion of said mating portion of a said nozzle insert, screw threads on the proximal outside portion of a said nozzle insert configured to mate with said screw threads of said body component.4. The aerator kit of claim 1 , wherein:said fluid-flow channel of said body component has a diameter proximal to said proximal aperture of said body component sufficiently large to allow said mating portion of a said nozzle insert to slidingly pass thereinto; andsaid fluid flow channel includes, on an interior side thereof, a stop, located distally from said proximal aperture of said fluid-flow channel to preventing sliding of said mating portion of a said nozzle insert past said stop.5. The aerator kit of claim 1 , said body component of said body component and a said nozzle insert configured so that when mated claim 1 , a proximal end of said nozzle insert is flush with a proximal end of said wall of said body component claim 1 , such that no portion of said nozzle insert extends outside of said body component.6. The aerator kit of claim 1 , said body component configured for serial linking to at least one additional such body component.7. The aerator kit of claim 6 , said body component configured so that when serially-linked with a said additional such body component claim 6 , the respective said fluid-flow channels of said body components are coaxial.8. The aerator kit of claim 1 , wherein the cross-sectional size perpendicular to said longitudinal axis of said fluid-flow channel of said body component varies along the length thereof.9. The ...

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Номер записи: 65
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Quick Disconnect Pump

Номер: US20180043317A1
Автор: Kimberlin Robert R., Waters Brian
Принадлежит: Standex International Corporation

A quick disconnect pump assembly is disclosed. The pump assembly includes a housing with inlet and outlet ports, an elongate slot, and a retainer channel. A sliding lock moves within the slot between a locked position and an unlocked position. The sliding lock includes inlet and outlet port openings and a sliding lock retainer opening. The inlet and outlet port openings each engage and retain a removable fitting when the sliding lock is in the locked position, but do not engage or retain the removable fitting when the sliding lock is in the unlocked position. The pump assembly also includes a sliding lock retainer which passes through the sliding lock retainer opening to prevent removal of the sliding lock from the elongate slot. A fluid pump and a beverage dispenser utilizing the pump assembly are also disclosed. 1. A quick disconnect pump assembly comprising:a pump housing having an inlet port passage and an outlet port passage, an elongate slot for receiving a sliding lock member, and a retainer channel disposed between the inlet port passage and an outlet port passage;a sliding lock member received within the elongate slot and movable within the slot between a locked position and an unlocked position, the sliding lock member having an inlet port opening, an outlet port opening, and a sliding lock retainer opening,wherein the inlet port opening and the outlet port opening each have a first, narrower opening portion which engages and retains a removable fitting when the sliding lock member is in the locked position and a second, wider opening portion which does not engage or retain the removable fitting when the sliding lock member is in the unlocked position; anda sliding lock retainer disposed within the retainer channel and passing through the sliding lock retainer opening to prevent removal of the sliding lock member from the elongate slot.2. The quick disconnect pump assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sliding lock retainer comprises a spring disposed within ...

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Номер записи: 66
15-02-2018 дата публикации

VENTURI DEVICE

Номер: US20180043319A1
Автор: Mitchell Alexander, SCHNEIDER EVAN
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A Venturi device for introducing a second fluid into a first fluid includes a T-joint, a converging component, and a diverging component. The T-joint component includes a first elongated tube extending along a first direction and a second elongated tube extending along a second direction being perpendicular to the first direction. The converging component is shaped and dimensioned to slip fit within a first through-opening of the first elongated tube through a first inlet port and has a cross-section that decreases along the first direction from the first inlet port to an inner section of the first though-opening. The diverging component is shaped and dimensioned to slip fit within the first through-opening of the first elongated tube through an outlet port and has a cross-section that increases along the first direction from the inner section of the first though-opening to the outlet port. The converging component is coaxially aligned with the diverging component along the first direction. 1. A Venturi device for introducing a second fluid into a first fluid comprising:a T-joint component comprising a first elongated tube extending along a first direction and a second elongated tube extending along a second direction being perpendicular to the first direction, wherein said first elongated tube comprises a first inlet port and an outlet port and a first though-opening extending from the first inlet port to the outlet port along the first direction and wherein said second elongated tube is integral with the first elongated tube and comprises a second inlet port and a second though-opening communicating with the first through-opening and extending along the second direction from the second inlet port to an inner section of the first though-opening;a converging component shaped and dimensioned to slip fit within the first through-opening of the first elongated tube through the first inlet port and comprising a cross-section that decreases along the first direction from ...

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Номер записи: 67
16-02-2017 дата публикации

CARBONATION OF CEMENT MIXES

Номер: US20170043499A1
Автор: BROWN Joshua Jeremy, CAIL Kevin, CROSSMAN Jay, FORGERON Dean Paul, MacDonald Mark, MONKMAN George Sean, Sandberg Paul J.
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The invention provides methods and compositions for carbonation of cement mixes using pressurized carbon dioxide delivered to the mix. 1. A method of carbonating concrete comprisingi) pumping a wet concrete mix into a conduit at a pressure sufficient to move the concrete through the conduit at a desired rate;ii) introducing carbon dioxide into the conduit at a pressure at or above the pressure of i).2. The method of wherein the pressure is greater than 50 psi.3. The method of wherein the carbon dioxide is transported to the conduit in liquid form and released into the conduit under conditions whereby the carbon dioxide becomes gaseous and solid in the conduit.4. The method of wherein the conduit provides a variable pressure down its length.5. The method of wherein the variable pressure is provided by the presence of at least one constricted section in the conduit.6. The method of wherein the variable pressure is provided by a plurality of constricted sections in the conduit which alternate with expanded sections.7. The method of wherein the variable pressure is provided by varying the rate of pumping of concrete into the conduit.8. The method of wherein the variable pressure is provided by pumping the concrete at a constant rate at the proximal end of the conduit and varying the size of an orifice at the distal end of the conduit.9. (canceled)10. The method of further comprising determining one or more characteristics of the wet concrete mix claim 1 , the conduit claim 1 , or the area around the conduit.11. The method of wherein the characteristic is temperature or carbon dioxide concentration.12. The method of further comprising adjusting the rate of introduction of carbon dioxide based on the characteristic.13. An apparatus for moving wet concrete mix from a first area to a second area and adding carbon dioxide to the mix comprisingi) a container for holding mixed wet concrete in the first area;ii) a conduit operably connected to the container and extending to the ...

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Номер записи: 68
03-03-2022 дата публикации

HIGH-GRAVITY DEVICE FOR GENERATING NANO/MICRON BUBBLES AND REACTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20220062832A1
Автор: Cai Yong, Chen Jianfeng, Chu Guangwen, Li Zhihao, LIU Yachao, Luo Yong, Sun Baochang, Wang Di, Zou Haikui
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The present application provides a high-gravity device for generating nano/micron bubble and a reaction system. In the device, the liquid phase is continuous phase and the gas phase is dispersed phase. A gas enters the interior of the device from a hollow shaft, and the gas is subjected to primary shearing under a shearing effect of aerating micropores to form bubbles; then, the bubbles rapidly disengage from the surface of a rotating shaft under the effect of the rotating shaft rotating at a high speed, and are subjected to secondary shearing under the high-gravity environment with the strong shearing force formed by the rotating shaft to form nano/micron bubbles. The device has the advantages of fastness, stability, and small average particle size. The average particle size of the formed nano/micron bubbles is between 800 nanometers and 50 microns, and the average particle size of the bubbles can be regulated in a range by adjusting the rotating speed of the rotating shaft.

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Номер записи: 69
14-02-2019 дата публикации

DIFFUSER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190047887A1
Автор: Frankel Thomas E., Kang Seoungil, Ritter Todd D.
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A diffuser assembly includes a flexible diffuser membrane and a diffuser body. The flexible diffuser membrane defines a perimeter edge bead along four edges. The diffuser body defines an underlying body portion underlying the flexible diffuser membrane, and a perimeter edge frame covering a covered portion of the perimeter edge bead. The edge frame defines an inside surface that conforms to an outside shape of the covered portion of the perimeter edge bead. The perimeter edge frame is integral to the underlying body portion. 1. A diffuser assembly comprising:a flexible diffuser membrane defining a perimeter edge bead along four edges; anda diffuser body defining an underlying body portion underlying the flexible diffuser membrane, and a perimeter edge frame covering a covered portion of the perimeter edge bead;wherein the perimeter edge frame defines an inside surface that conforms to an outside shape of the covered portion of the perimeter edge bead;wherein the perimeter edge frame is integral to the underlying body portion.2. The diffuser assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flexible diffuser membrane comprises an elastomer.3. The diffuser assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flexible diffuser membrane is rectangular in a plan view.4. The diffuser assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flexible diffuser membrane defines a plurality of perforations therethrough.5. The diffuser assembly of claim 1 , wherein the perimeter edge bead is not substantially compressed by the diffuser body.6. The diffuser assembly of claim 1 , wherein the diffuser body comprises a thermoplastic.7. The diffuser assembly of claim 1 , wherein the diffuser body defines an opening underlying the flexible diffuser membrane.8. The diffuser assembly of claim 7 , wherein the diffuser body defines a hollow-cylindrical straight-walled portion in gaseous communication with the opening.9. The diffuser assembly of claim 7 , wherein the diffuser body defines a hollow-cylindrical internally-threaded portion in ...

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Номер записи: 70
13-02-2020 дата публикации

CARBONATION UNIT, SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20200047137A1
Автор: Cohen Erez, KALMANOVICH Gil, Krystal Eyal, Wilder Haim, YARDENI Gil
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Provided is a water carbonation unit including: at least one water feed and at least one pressurised carbon-dioxide feed; a merging duct extending between a first, closed end and a second end, the at least one water feed and at least one carbon-dioxide feed opening into said duct at said first end; said second end opening into a mixing chamber linked to a carbonated water outlet; the carbonated water outlet configured to restrict outflow of carbonated water from the chamber to thereby maintain pressure within the chamber while carbonated water flows out of the carbonated water outlet. 1. A water carbonation unit comprising:at least one water feed and at least one pressurized carbon-dioxide feed;a merging duct extending between a first, closed end and a second end, the at least one water feed and at least one carbon-dioxide feed opening into said duct at said first end;said second end opening into a mixing chamber linked to a carbonated water outlet;the carbonated water outlet configured to restrict outflow of carbonated water from the chamber to thereby maintain pressure within the chamber while carbonated water flows out of the carbonated water outlet.2. The water carbonation unit of claim 1 , wherein the merging duct is generally linear.3. The water carbonation unit of claim 1 , wherein the carbonated water outlet comprises a carbonated water conduit that permits (i) buildup and maintenance of gas pressure within the chamber and (ii) continuous egress of carbonated water from the chamber.4. The water carbonation unit of claim 3 , wherein said conduit functions to control the outflow and bubble size of the carbon-dioxide in the carbonated water.5. The water carbonation unit of wherein the carbonated water outlet is fitted with an adjustable valve for adjusting flow therethrough.6. The water carbonation unit of claim 5 , wherein said adjustable valves comprises a valve member disposed within a valve seat and is axially displaceable along an axis to thereby change ...

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Номер записи: 71
23-02-2017 дата публикации

MOUNTING DEVICE FOR AN AERATION ELEMENT AND AERATOR

Номер: US20170050155A1
Автор: MIGSICH Norbert, UENO Toshio
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The invention relates to a mounting device () for an aeration element () for introducing a gas into a liquid, said aeration element () comprises a base body () having at least one upwardly-projecting sidewall (), said mounting device comprises a mounting element () for connecting to the sidewall () of the base body () of the aeration element (). Said mounting element () comprises at least one elastically deflectable retaining web () for detachably connecting to the at least one sidewall () of the base body () of the aeration element (). The invention also relates to an aerator with said type of mounting device (). 1. A mounting device for an aeration element for introducing a gas into a liquid , wherein the aeration element comprises a base body having at least one upwardly-projecting sidewall , wherein the mounting device comprises a mounting element for connecting to the sidewall of the base body of the aeration element , wherein the mounting element further comprises at least one elastically deflectable retaining web for detachably connecting to the at least one sidewall of the base body of the aeration element.2. The mounting device according to claim 1 , wherein the mounting element comprises two retaining webs for detachably connecting to opposing sidewalls of the base body of the aeration element claim 1 , wherein the two retaining webs are connected to one another by a mounting portion that is mounted in a clarifying basin.3. The mounting device according to claim 1 , wherein the retaining web comprises a limiting portion for disposition on an outer surface of the sidewall and at least one retaining portion projecting inwardly from of the limiting portion.4. The mounting device according to claim 3 , wherein the retaining web comprises an upper and a lower retaining portion.5. The mounting device according to claim 4 , wherein the lower retaining portion is connected to the mounting portion via a connecting portion extending substantially in parallel to the ...

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Номер записи: 72
22-02-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FEEDING GAS INTO LIQUID

Номер: US20180050312A1
Автор: Cheng Alan T, Ho Yeu-Chuan Simon, Hunek Balazs
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Disclosed are a system and a method for dissolving water-soluble gas such as oxygen into water, employing microporous membrane. 2. A method according to wherein the conduit also has an inlet section claim 1 , upstream of and sealed to the inlet claim 1 , whose cross-sectional area converges in the direction toward the throat section claim 1 , and the conduit has an outlet section claim 1 , downstream of and sealed to the outlet claim 1 , whose cross-sectional area diverges in the direction away from the throat section.3. A method according to wherein N is 3 to 700.4. A method according to wherein N is 5 to 500.5. A method according to wherein d is 20 to 500 microns.6. A method according to wherein d is 20 to 100 microns.7. A method according to wherein the water-soluble gas is fed out of the discharge face of the membrane at a superficial velocity of 0.1 to 5 ft/sec.8. A method according to wherein all of the inner surface of the throat section is comprised of the microporous discharge face of the microporous membrane.9. A method according to wherein the pressure drop between the entrance to the inlet section and the exit from the outlet section with gas injection is less than the pressure drop through the same length of a straight pipe without gas injection.10. A method according to wherein N is 3 to 700.11. A method according to wherein N is 5 to 500.12. A method according to wherein d is 20 to 500 microns.13. A method according to wherein d is 20 to 100 microns.14. A method according to wherein the water-soluble gas is fed out of the discharge face of the membrane at a superficial velocity of 0.1 to 5 ft/sec.15. A method according to wherein all of the inner surface of the throat section is comprised of the microporous discharge face of the microporous membrane.16. A method according to wherein the pressure drop between the entrance to the inlet section and the exit from the outlet section with gas injection is less than the pressure drop through the same length ...

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Номер записи: 73
10-03-2022 дата публикации

ULTRAFINE BUBBLE MANUFACTURING UNIT AND ULTRAFINE BUBBLE WATER MANUFACTURING DEVICE

Номер: US20220072486A1
Автор: Fujiwara Koji, Hayashi Masahide, ISHII Etsuo, KOBAYASHI Hidemasa, KOBAYASHI Yoshikazu
Принадлежит: MIIKE TEKKOU KABUSHIKIGAISHA

An ultrafine bubble water manufacturing device includes a whirlpool pump, an ejector, a cascade pump, a branch portion on the downstream side of the cascade pump, a return path which communicates from the branch portion between the ejector and the cascade pump, a flow rate adjusting valve and a first ultrafine bubble manufacturing unit interposed in the return path, an emission path which communicates with the branch portion, a second ultrafine bubble manufacturing unit interposed in the emission path and a control device. The control device controls an air amount adjusting valve, the whirlpool pump, the cascade pump and the flow rate adjusting valve based on the measurement values of a concentration meter for the emission path and first and second pressure gauges and on the downstream and upstream sides of the cascade pump. 1. An ultrafine bubble manufacturing unit for manufacturing gaseous ultrafine bubbles contained in water , the ultrafine bubble manufacturing unit comprising:a casing having a circular cross section;a supply pipe connected to one end of the casing, extending coaxially with the casing and supplying a mixed fluid of water and a gas;a fine-reducing block having at least part stored within the casing and including a plurality of swirling flow forming portions each forming a swirling flow of the mixed fluid supplied from the supply pipe into the casing, the fine-reducing block causing the swirling flows formed in the swirling flow forming portions to collide with each other and finely reducing the gas in the mixed fluid so as to generate ultrafine bubble water; andan emission pipe arranged on a side of the other end of the casing to emit the ultrafine bubble water generated in the fine-reducing block to an outside of the casing.2. The ultrafine bubble manufacturing unit according to claim 1 , a first swirling chamber serving as the swirling flow forming portion forming the swirling flow of the mixed fluid around a swirling axis coaxial with the ...

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Номер записи: 74
02-03-2017 дата публикации

Apparatuses, Systems, and Methods for Inline Injection of Gases into Liquids

Номер: US20170055552A1
Автор: Giardino Nicholas, Lukjanowicz Jacob, Renteria Jose
Принадлежит: Cornelius, Inc.

A gas injection system for injecting a gas into a liquid to form a solution includes a flow channel that conveys a liquid from an upstream inlet configured to receive the liquid and a downstream outlet configured to dispense the solution, sparger positioned in the flow channel, a solution pressure detection device configured to sense a pressure of the solution in the flow channel, and a liquid valve configured to regulate flow of the liquid in the flow channel based on the pressure sensed by the solution pressure detection device. The sparger is configured to inject the gas into the liquid through the porous surface as the liquid flows across the surface. 1. A gas injection device for injecting a gas into a liquid to form a solution , the gas injection device comprising:a flow channel that conveys a liquid from an upstream inlet configured to receive the liquid to a downstream outlet configured to dispense the solution; anda sparger having a porous surface positioned in the flow channel such that the liquid flows across the porous surface, the sparger configured to inject the gas into the liquid through the porous surface as the liquid flows across the porous surface.2. The gas injection device of claim 1 , wherein the porous surface is elongated such that the liquid flows tangentially across the porous surface and the gas injects transversely into the liquid.3. The gas injection device of claim 2 , wherein the flow channel and the sparger are configured such that the liquid flows under laminar flow conditions across the porous surface.4. The gas injection device of claim 3 , wherein the sparger comprises a non-porous surface positioned in the flow channel upstream of the porous surface claim 3 , wherein the flow channel and the sparger are configured such that the liquid flows under non-laminar flow conditions across the non-porous surface.5. The gas injection device of claim 4 , wherein the flow channel and the sparger are configured such that the liquid flows ...

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Номер записи: 75
02-03-2017 дата публикации

GAS INJECTION ASSEMBLIES FOR BATCH BEVERAGES HAVING SPARGERS

Номер: US20170055553A1
Автор: Giardino Nicholas M., Kasprzycki Tomasz K., Kurtz Michael, Lukjanowicz Jacob, Renteria Jose
Принадлежит: Cornelius, Inc.

A gas injection assembly for injecting a gas into a liquid to form a solution includes a vessel that receives the liquid, a flow channel that conveys the liquid from the vessel through an upstream inlet to a downstream outlet that is configured to dispense the solution, and a sparger having a porous surface positioned in the flow channel such that the liquid flows across the porous surface and the porous surface injects the gas into the liquid as the liquid flows across the porous surface. 1. A gas injection assembly for injecting a gas into a liquid to form a solution , the gas injection assembly comprising;a vessel configured to receive the liquid;a flow channel that conveys the liquid from the vessel through an upstream inlet to a downstream outlet that is configured to dispense the solution; anda sparger having a porous surface positioned in the flow channel such that liquid flows across the porous surface, wherein the porous surface is configured to inject the gas into the liquid as the liquid flows across the porous surface.2. The gas injection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the vessel defines an open end;and further comprising a top cap that covers the open end of the vessel, the top cap defining an intake passageway configured to convey the liquid from the vessel to the upstream inlet.3. The gas injection assembly according to claim 2 , further comprising an intake member defining a central bore that is configured to convey the liquid from the vessel to the intake passageway.4. The gas injection assembly according to claim 3 , wherein the vessel defines a closed end and the intake member includes a first end that couples to the top cap and a second end opposite the first end;wherein the second end of the intake member is positioned in the vessel such that the second end of the intake member is located nearer the closed end of the vessel than the open end of the vessel.5. The gas injection assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the top cap includes ...

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Номер записи: 76
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20160059192A1
Автор: JANG Do Yun, JEONG Jin, Son Bong Su
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Provided is a refrigerator including: a main body; a storage compartment formed in the main body; a door that opens/closes the storage compartment; a general water tank in which general water supplied from an external water supply source is stored; a mixing tank in which general water supplied from the general water tank is mixed with carbon dioxide (CO) so that carbonated water is made and stored; a dispenser that provides general water supplied from the general water tank to an outside and provides carbonated water supplied from the mixing tank to the outside of the refrigerator; and an ice-making machine that makes general ice by receiving general water from the external water supply source or the general water tank and makes carbonated ice by receiving carbonated water from the mixing tank, thereby providing general water, carbonated water, general ice, and carbonated ice through the dispenser. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body;a storage compartment formed in the main body;a door that opens/closes the storage compartment;a general water tank in which general water supplied from an external water supply source is stored;{'sub': '2', 'a mixing tank in which general water supplied from the general water tank is mixed with carbon dioxide (CO) so that carbonated water is made and stored;'}an ice-making machine that makes general ice or carbonated ice;an ice-making general water flow path which connects the external water supply source and the ice-making machine so that general water is supplied to the ice-making machine, the ice-making general water flow path not passing through the mixing tank; andan ice-making carbonated water flow path that connects the mixing tank and the ice-making machine so that carbonated water is supplied to the ice-making machine.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising a dispenser that provides general water supplied from the general water tank to an outside and provides carbonated water supplied from the mixing tank to ...

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Номер записи: 77
01-03-2018 дата публикации

EQUIPMENT AND PROCESS FOR LIQUID/GAS REACTION OR MIX

Номер: US20180056250A1
Автор: DURAND Luis, MORAGA Waldo
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The object of the invention is to achieve a more efficient and complete mix between a liquid and gas by means of a system comprising 4 components in order to carry out a reaction or mixing process that improves the contact, and as a result, the reaction or mixing between a liquid and a gas, followed by a recovery stage of the gas that does not react during the reaction or formation of said mixture. This gas is recycled to the reaction or mixing zone, permitting the improvement of the efficiency and the cost of the reaction or mixing process between the liquid and the gas. 118-. (canceled)19. An equipment to perform a process of mixing and reaction between a gas and a liquid , comprising:a) a component 1 that is a high pressure gas injector;b) a component 2, next to said component 1, that is a water/gas injector and premixer;c) a component 3, next to said component 2, that is a gas bubble mixer and sprayer;d) a component 4, next to said component 3, that is a recoverer of water with gas bubbles;wherein said component 4 exhibits a change in the direction perpendicularly to the direction of the flow and a change in the diameter of the pipeline a 30% greater, wherein the upper portion of said chamber of a greater diameter is connected to the low pressure zone of the component 2 by means of a pipeline; and{'b': '1', 'wherein it additionally comprises a probe, adapted to the process of reaction and mixing between a gas and a liquid, which is connected to a controller, said controller that, according to a required objective, acts on a regulation valve located at the point ().'}20. The equipment according to claim 19 , wherein the component 2 is a conventional Venturi.21. The equipment according to claim 19 , wherein the component 3 comprises a swirl of serial several parts having 6 or more propellers rotated at 90° facing each other.22. The equipment according to claim 19 , wherein the component 4 comprises a chamber or water with gas bubbles accumulation device in the ...

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Номер записи: 78
21-02-2019 дата публикации

Systems for Infusing a Cooled Liquid with a Gas to Form a Gas-Infused Beverage

Номер: US20190054430A1
Автор: Wiemer Klaus
Принадлежит: Cornelius Deutschland

A system is for infusing liquid with a gas to form a gas-infused beverage. The system has a tank with first and second cavities. A refrigeration circuit refrigerates the tank and the contents of the first and second cavities. The liquid is supplied to the first cavity and cooled therein by the refrigeration circuit and then supplied to the second cavity and infused with gas therein to thereby form the gas-infused beverage. The gas-infused beverage is then supplied to a beverage outlet for dispensing to a user. 1: A system for infusing a liquid with a gas to form a gas-infused beverage , the system comprising a tank having first and second cavities; and a refrigeration circuit that refrigerates the tank and the contents of the first and second cavities , wherein a liquid is supplied to the first cavity and cooled therein by the refrigeration circuit , wherein the liquid is then supplied to the second cavity and infused therein with a gas to thereby form the gas-infused beverage , and wherein the gas-infused beverage is then supplied to a beverage outlet for dispensing to a user.2: The system according to claim 1 , further comprising a liquid inlet that supplies the liquid to the first cavity claim 1 , wherein the liquid inlet is connected to a source of the liquid.3: The system according to claim 1 , further comprising a cavity inlet that supplies the liquid from the first cavity to the second cavity.4: The system according to claim 3 , further comprising a separator plate that separates the first cavity from the second cavity.5: The system according to claim 4 , wherein the first and second cavities are adjacent each other and separated by the separator plate such that contents of the first and second cavities exchange heat with each other.6: The system according to claim 4 , wherein the cavity inlet is formed through the separator plate.7: The system according to claim 4 , further comprising a plurality of ribs that causes the liquid from the liquid inlet to swirl ...

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Номер записи: 79
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Drink Producing Apparatus With A Decompression Chamber Chargeable With Ambient Air, Household Refrigeration Apparatus As Well As Method For Producing A Drink

Номер: US20180057338A1
Автор: BAYSAL KUDRET, WEISS CARSTEN
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The invention relates to a drink producing apparatus with a dispensing container, which is formed for receiving a first liquid addable to a drink by the drink producing apparatus and which is connected to a dispensing unit of the drink producing apparatus for conducting the liquid from the dispensing container to the dispensing unit, wherein a decompression chamber is formed between the dispensing container and the dispensing unit, in which the carbonized liquid can be expanded to a pressure lower compared to a pressure present before introduction into the decompression chamber, and the drink producing apparatus has an air supply unit, by which ambient air can be conveyed into the decompression chamber for generating the pressure in the decompression chamber. The invention also relates to a household refrigeration apparatus and a method. 1. A drink producing apparatus , comprising:a dispensing unit for dispensing liquid from the drink producing apparatus,a dispensing container, which is formed for receiving a first liquid addable to a drink by the drink producing apparatus, whereinthe dispensing container is connected to the dispensing unit of the drink producing apparatus for conducting the liquid from the dispensing container to the dispensing unit, whereina decompression chamber, which is formed between the die dispensing container and the dispensing unit and in which the carbonized liquid can be expanded to a pressure lower compared to a pressure before introduction into the decompression chamber, andan air supply unit, by which ambient air can be conveyed into the decompression chamber for generating the pressure in the decompression chamber.2. The drink producing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a check valve is disposed between the air supply unit and the decompression chamber.3. The drink producing apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the air supply unit is an air pump.4. The drink producing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the low ...

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Номер записи: 80
02-03-2017 дата публикации

HEATING, MIXING AND HYDRATING APPARATUS AND PROCESS

Номер: US20170056841A1
Автор: HOBBS Richard Hefford, PRESCOTT Martin
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The invention relates to apparatus and a process for mixing a gas/vapour with a process liquid comprising a material and a carrier liquid. The apparatus comprises a passage () having an inlet () and an outlet () for a process liquid comprising the material and an inlet () for supersonic steam which is configured such that the angle of impingement of the steam on the carrier liquid can be varied. 1. Apparatus for mixing a material with a gas/vapour , the apparatus comprising:i. a passage defined by a wall and having an inlet for a process liquid comprising the material and a carrier liquid and an outlet such that the process liquid flows from the inlet towards the outlet; andii. a means for introducing gas/vapour at supersonic velocity into the passage at a mixing zone;characterised in that the means for introducing gas/vapour comprises a rotatable member mounted in the wall; wherein the rotatable member is provided with a nozzle with a profile having a convergent-divergent section which opens into the passage and which is in fluid connection with a gas/vapour inlet, such that gas/vapour can be introduced into the passage through the nozzle; and wherein the rotatable member is rotatable through an arc of at least 10° about an axis of rotation which is substantially perpendicular to the direction of flow of the process liquid at the inlet, such that the angle between the direction of the flow of gas/vapour and the direction of flow of the process liquid can be varied.2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the rotatable member is fixable at any point of its rotation.3. Apparatus according to wherein the nozzle extends across the rotatable member in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of flow of the process liquid at the inlet and is preferably configured as a slit such that the gas/vapour enters the passage in a single plane.4. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the rotatable member rotates through an arc of at least 50°.5. (canceled)6. ...

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Номер записи: 81
04-03-2021 дата публикации

NANO-MICRO BUBBLE GENERATOR

Номер: US20210060502A1
Автор: Hwang Changbae
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Provided is a nano-micro bubble generator according to one aspect of the present invention, the nano-micro bubble generator including: a housing which a fluid flows into and out of; a plurality of rotors rotatably coupled to the inside of the housing; and a plurality of stators fixed to the inside of the housing and alternately arranged with the plurality of rotors, wherein at least one of the rotors and the stators has a mesh-like structure in which a plurality of flow passages of the fluid are arranged in a lattice form, and the rotors and the stators are arranged to be adjacent to each other so as to generate a collision, friction, and cavitation due to rotation of the rotors in the fluid flowing through the flow passages, thereby generating at least one of nano bubbles and micro bubbles in the fluid. 1. A nano-micro bubble generator comprising:a housing into or from which a fluid is flowable;a plurality of rotors rotatably coupled to an inside of the housing; anda plurality of stators fixed to the inside of the housing and alternately disposed with the plurality of rotors,wherein at least one of the rotors and the stators has a mesh structure in which a plurality of flow paths of the fluid are disposed in a lattice shape, andwherein the rotors and the stators are adjacently arranged to generate collisions, friction, and cavitation caused by rotation of the rotors in the fluid, which flows through the flow paths, so that at least one of nano bubbles and micro bubbles are generated in the fluid.2. The nano-micro bubble generator of claim 1 , wherein the mesh structure is formed by lattice members intersecting with each other to form the plurality of flow paths claim 1 , andwherein the mesh structure has a lattice shape formed by a plurality of lateral bars and a plurality of longitudinal bars.3. The nano-micro bubble generator of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of lateral bars and the plurality of longitudinal bars are formed in the same plane at the same height ...

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Номер записи: 82
02-03-2017 дата публикации

HEATING, MIXING AND HYDRATING APPARATUS AND PROCESS

Номер: US20170056844A1
Автор: HOBBS Richard Hefford, PRESCOTT Martin
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The invention relates to apparatus and a process for mixing a gas/vapour with a process liquid comprising a material and a carrier liquid. The apparatus comprises a passage () of polygonal cross section having an inlet (), an outlet () for a process liquid comprising the material, and a nozzle () for introducing supersonic gas/vapour at a mixing zone () in a single plane. 1. Apparatus for mixing a material with a gas/vapour , the apparatus comprising:i. a passage defined by a wall and having an inlet for a process liquid comprising the material and a carrier liquid and an outlet such that the process liquid flows from the inlet towards the outlet; andii. a nozzle for introducing a gas/vapour at supersonic velocity into the passage at a mixing zone, wherein the cross sectional area of the passage at the mixing zone is smaller than the cross sectional area of the passage at the inlet;characterised in that the cross sectional profile of the passage at the mixing zone is polygonal and the nozzle is configured as a slit, wherein the slit runs in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of flow of the process liquid at the inlet such that the gas/vapour enters the passage in a single plane.2. (canceled)3. Apparatus according to claim or claim 1 , wherein the passage at the mixing zone is rectangular in cross section.4. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the nozzle extends across the entirety of one side of the passage.5. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the nozzle is positioned in the wall of the passage above the process liquid such that the gas/vapour flows downwards towards the process liquid.6. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the angle between the direction of the flow of gas/vapour and the direction of flow of the process liquid is at least one of at least 10° claim 1 , at least 20°; at least 25° and at least 30°.7. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the angle between the direction of the flow of gas/vapour and the ...

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Номер записи: 83
20-02-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WATER DISINFECTION

Номер: US20200055755A1
Автор: Ohki Akiyoshi, Rich Whitney
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The efficiency of water disinfection can be significantly increased by supplying the ozone in combination with oxygen to an inlet of a cavitation pump. The ozone and the oxygen are turned into ultra-fine bubbles via cavitation action within the pump, facilitating the dissolution of the oxygen and ozone within the water. The water mixed with the oxygen and the ozone is subsequently supplied to a line atomizer, where the dissolution of the ozone within the mixture is completed. The combined use of the cavitation pump and the line atomizer can lead to a substantially complete dissolution of the supplied ozone within water that needs to be disinfected, allowing to easily achieve the concentration of ozone necessary for water disinfection. Due to this efficiency, the system and method described are highly scalable and suitable for water purification at water purification plants of various sizes. 1. A system for liquid disinfection , comprising:one or more pipes through which a liquid contaminated by microorganisms is supplied to a cavitation pump;a gas generator configured to generate a gas mixture comprising a plurality of gases and to pump the gas mixture into one or more of the pipes, wherein the gas mixture mixes with the liquid within one or more of the pipes;a cavitation pump configured to provide cavitation by an impeller of the pump and to dissolve a portion of the gas mixture within the liquid via the cavitation, wherein the liquid and the remaining undissolved gas mixture is pumped into a line atomizer;the line atomizer configured to dissolve a further portion of the gas mixture into the liquid by churning and mixing the liquid and the gas mixture under a high pressure, wherein the dissolved gases reduce a concentration of microorganisms within the liquid.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid comprises greywater.3. The system according to claim 2 , wherein the gas generator generates the gas mixture by passing one of the gases through ...

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Номер записи: 84
05-03-2015 дата публикации

Environmental sanitizer and odor remover for purification of foods, surfaces, air and water with disposable ozone generation electrode, pressure/flow adaptable venturi injector and aqueous phase filter device

Номер: US20150064075A1
Автор: Ronald Bruce Long
Принадлежит: Veripure LLC

A dielectric assembly for generating ozone includes a positive electrode, a negative electrode, a dielectric for generating the ozone, and a knob adapted to extend outside of a housing into which the dielectric assembly is to be placed. A system is also provided for sanitizing and deodorizing water, food, surfaces and air including a microbiological reduction filter device having an input connected to a water supply, a venturi injector disposed within a housing and connected to an output of the microbiological reduction filter device which generates ozone and mixes the generated ozone with the water, and an electrode assembly comprising a plurality of electrodes, a dielectric for generating the ozone, and a knob extending outside of the housing. The dielectric in a first embodiment and the entire dielectric assembly in a second embodiment can be removed from the housing and replaced in its entirety by the knob.

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Номер записи: 85
04-03-2021 дата публикации

CAVITATOR OF MICROBUBBLE GENERATOR, MICROBUBBLE GENERATOR AND WASHING DEVICE

Номер: US20210062386A1
Автор: DENG Yongjian, Gao Yuan, XIONG Ming
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A cavitator of a microbubble generator, the microbubble generator and a washing device. The cavitator has a cavitation inlet and a cavitation outlet, at least one Venturi channel extending from the cavitation inlet towards the cavitation outlet is defined in the cavitator, and in the water flow direction, each of the Venturi channels includes a tapered section, a venturi and a divergent section in sequence, an open area of the tapered section is decreased gradually in a direction from the cavitation inlet to the throat pipe, an open area of the divergent section is increased gradually in a direction from the throat pipe to the cavitation outlet, and the throat pipe has a diameter of 0.2 mm to 2.0 mm. 1. A cavitator for a microbubble generator , whereinthe cavitator has a cavitation inlet and a cavitation outlet configured to allow water to flow in and out,at least one Venturi channel is defined in the cavitator,the Venturi channel extends from the cavitation inlet towards the cavitation outlet,in a water flow direction, each Venturi channel comprises: a tapered section, a throat pipe and a divergent section in sequence,an open area of the tapered section is decreased gradually in a direction from the cavitation inlet to the throat pipe,an open area of the divergent section is increased gradually in a direction from the throat pipe to the cavitation outlet, andthe throat pipe has a diameter of 0.2 mm to 1.0 mm.2. The cavitator according to claim 1 , wherein the throat pipe has a diameter of 0.5 mm to 1.0 mm.3. The cavitator according to claim 1 , whereina diverting groove and a converging groove are formed on two end surfaces of the cavitator respectively,an opening of the diverting groove is configured as the cavitation inlet,an opening of the converging groove is configured as the cavitation outlet, andthe Venturi channel is formed between a bottom wall of the diverting groove and a bottom wall of the converging groove.4. The cavitator according to claim 3 , ...

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Номер записи: 86
28-02-2019 дата публикации

DECANT DEVICE

Номер: US20190060847A1
Автор: LIU Chang Hsien
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A decant device includes a tubular body being hollowed and having an upper end and a lower end being open. The lower end is capable of combining with a mouth of a cup. A dispenser is assembled in the tubular body. The dispenser has a plate body laterally connected to an inner wall of the tubular body. The plate body has a center portion and the plate body has a curved surface protruding from the center portion toward the lower end. The plate body has a plurality of through holes surrounding the center portion, and an extension direction of each of the through holes is perpendicular to a corresponding portion of the curved surface where the through hole is located. 1. A decant device , comprising:a tubular body being hollowed and having an upper end and a lower end being open, wherein the lower end is capable of combining a mouth of a cup;a dispenser assembled in the tubular body, wherein the dispenser has a plate body laterally connected to an inner wall of the tubular body, the plate body has a center portion, the plate body has a curved surface protruding from the center portion toward the lower end; the plate body has a plurality of through holes surrounding the center portion, an extension direction of each of the through holes is perpendicular to a corresponding portion of the curved surface where the through hole is located.2. The decant device according to claim 1 , wherein a bore size of the upper end gradually increases from bottom to top.3. The decant device according to claim 1 , wherein the lower end has a threading portion.4. The decant device according to claim 1 , wherein each of the through holes is a round hole.5. The decant device according to claim 1 , wherein the through holes comprise round holes and curved oblong holes claim 1 , and the curved oblong holes are located at an outer side of the round holes.6. The decant device according to claim 1 , wherein each of the through holes is a fan-shaped hole.7. The decant device according to claim 6 , ...

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Номер записи: 87
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Device for synthesizing carbonated water and system for preparing carbonated water

Номер: US20200060314A1
Автор: Long Qiyi
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A device for synthesizing carbonated water includes: a device shell, in which a stirring chamber is defined; a rotation shaft, which is accommodated in the stirring chamber; a blade structure, which is accommodated in the stirring chamber and rotatable around the rotation shaft; sidewall ribs, which are distributed in the stirring chamber and arranged on a sidewall of the device shell, each sidewall rib comprising one or more collision interfaces; an input unit, which is arranged on the device shell, positioned below the blade structure, communicated with the stirring chamber, and operable to receive water and carbon dioxide; and an output unit, which is arranged on the device shell, positioned above the blade structure, communicated with the stirring chamber, and operable to deliver carbonated water with a predetermined concentration. 1. A device for synthesizing carbonated water , comprising:a device shell, in which a stirring chamber is defined;a rotation shaft, which is accommodated in the stirring chamber;a blade structure, which is accommodated in the stirring chamber and rotatable around the rotation shaft;a plurality of sidewall ribs, which are distributed in the stirring chamber and arranged on a sidewall of the device shell, each sidewall rib comprising one or more collision interfaces;an input unit, which is arranged on the device shell, positioned below the blade structure, communicated with the stirring chamber, and operable to receive water and carbon dioxide; andan output unit, which is arranged on the device shell, positioned above the blade structure, communicated with the stirring chamber, and operable to deliver carbonated water with a predetermined concentration.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the blade structure comprises a lower turbine; wherein the lower turbine is uniformly provided with several blades claim 1 , and the lower turbine is rotatable about the rotation shaft to stir the water and the carbon dioxide flowing through ...

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Номер записи: 88
10-03-2016 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLED SCRUBBING AND AERATION OF LIQUID MEDIUM

Номер: US20160068421A1
Автор: Galletta, JR. Robert J.
Принадлежит: REVO2 SOLUTIONS, LLC

An apparatus and method for controlled ventilation and aeration of liquid medium includes a dome supported by a flotation device, a lower housing supported by the flotation device, the lower housing connected to the dome, wherein a sealed space is defined under the dome and above the flotation liquid, one or more orifices, the orifices configured in the dome, and an aeration apparatus positioned within the sealed space and partially submerged in the flotation liquid, wherein the aeration apparatus comprises one or more parallel shafts, at least one first disc positioned axially on one of the shafts, at least one second disc positioned axially on another of the shafts, wherein the second disc is interleaved relative to the first disc, and wherein a surface of the first disc rotates in a direction opposite a surface of the second disc relative to each other resulting in a mixing area therebetween. 1. A method of controlled aeration of a liquid comprising the steps of:obtaining an apparatus comprising a dome supported by a flotation device, a lower housing supported by said flotation device, said lower housing connected to said dome, wherein a sealed space is defined under said dome and above the liquid; a blower, said blower disposed in a position enabling an effect therefrom on a pressure in said sealed space, one or more orifice in said dome, each orifice further comprises a dampening device configured to adjust the air flow through said orifice from said blower, an aeration apparatus positioned within said sealed space and partially submerged in the liquid, wherein said aeration apparatus comprises one or more parallel shafts, at least one first disc positioned axially on one of said shafts, at least one second disc positioned axially on another of said shafts, wherein said second disc is interleaved relative to said first disc, and wherein said first disc rotates in a direction opposite said second disc relative to each other resulting in a mixing area ...

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Номер записи: 89
09-03-2017 дата публикации

Gas-Dissolving Device and Gas-Dissolving Method

Номер: US20170065940A1
Автор: Cho Bunshi, MIZUTANI Yuta
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Provided is a gas dissolving device capable of dissolving gas in a liquid in a supersaturated state and maintaining such a saturated state in a stable manner, and being easily attached to a water server or the like. 110-. (canceled)11. A gas dissolving device that generates hydrogen water by dissolving hydrogen in water and discharges the hydrogen water from an outlet ,the gas dissolving device comprising:pressurized gas dissolving means that imparts water with hydrogen from hydrogen producing means as hydrogen bubbles, and supplies the water under pressure;a dissolving chamber that receives hydrogen water generated by the pressurized gas dissolving means and stores the hydrogen water under pressure; anda tube-shaped passage that connects the dissolving chamber and the outlet; wherein:the hydrogen water that includes hydrogen that had been stored in the dissolving chamber in a saturated state is fed to the pressurized gas dissolving means, supplied under pressure, and circulated, making the hydrogen bubbles into nanobubbles.12. The gas dissolving device according to claim 11 , whereinthe pressurized gas dissolving means supplies water under pressure so that an average size of the generated hydrogen bubbles is decreased over time in a circulation path from the dissolving chamber, through the pressurized gas dissolving means, and to the dissolving chamber.13. The gas dissolving device according to claim 12 , whereinthe hydrogen producing means is a device that produces hydrogen by electrolysis across a proton exchange membrane (PEM), and introduces a portion of the hydrogen water stored in the dissolving chamber into the hydrogen producing means for electrolysis.14. The gas dissolving device according to claim 13 , whereinthe dissolving chamber maintains the hydrogen bubbles by applying a filter to at least a portion thereof.15. The gas dissolving device according to claim 14 , whereinthe pressurized gas dissolving means includes a diaphragm pump.16. The gas ...

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Номер записи: 90
11-03-2021 дата публикации

CONTAINER WITH FILM SPARGER

Номер: US20210069654A1
Автор: Goodwin Michael E., Jones Nephi D., West Derik R.
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A container assembly includes a flexible bag having an interior surface bounding a chamber and an opposing exterior surface. The bag has a bottom end wall that includes a first sparger and a second sparger. The first sparger and the second sparger each have a flexible first sheet overlying a flexible second sheet, the first sheet and the second sheet being secured together so as to form a sparging area bounded between the first sheet and the second sheet, at least a portion of the first sheet overlying the sparging area being gas permeable so that gas can pass from the sparging area, through the first sheet, and into the chamber. 1. A container assembly comprising:a flexible bag having an interior surface bounding a chamber and an opposing exterior surface, the bag having a top end wall, a bottom end wall, and an encircling sidewall extending therebetween, the bottom end wall being comprised of a first polymeric sheet overlying a second polymeric sheet, the first polymeric sheet and the second polymeric sheet each comprising a flexible, polymeric film;a first weld line welding the first polymeric sheet to the second polymeric sheet, the first weld line bounding a perimeter of a first sparger pathway formed between the first polymeric sheet and the second polymeric sheet, the first sparger pathway comprising a first gas transfer path and a first sparging area that are both bounded between the first polymeric sheet and the second polymeric sheet, the first gas transfer path being constricted relative to the first sparging area and extending from a first end to an opposing second end, the first sparging area being formed at the second end of the first gas transfer path and communicating with the first gas transfer path; anda plurality of perforations extending through a portion of the first polymeric sheet that overlies the first sparging area so that gas can pass from the first sparging area, through the plurality of perforations and into the chamber of the bag.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 91
11-03-2021 дата публикации

INFUSION/MIXER PUMP SYSTEM - PUMP WITH INTEGRATED GAS LIQUID MIXING VALVE IN AN ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20210069655A1
Автор: MEZA Humberto V., PATEL Akshaykumar, TRAN Derrick
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An integrated infuser/mixer pump system features a liquid inlet configured to receive a liquid drawn from a liquid source, a gas inlet configured to receive an inlet gas from a gas source, a pump and motor combination configured to received the liquid and provide pumped liquid, a gas/liquid mixture chamber configured to receive the pumped liquid and the inlet gas, and mix the liquid and the inlet gas into a gas-infused mixture, and a gas-infused mixture outlet configured to provide the gas-infused mixture; the gas inlet having a gas liquid mixing valve with a mixing orifice that has a mixing orifice size dimensioned to provide the inlet gas to the gas/liquid mixture chamber with an inlet gas volumetric flow rate in order to mix the pumped liquid and the inlet gas with a predetermined mixture ratio that depends on the mixing orifice size. 1. An integrated infuser/mixer pump system comprising:a liquid inlet configured to receive a liquid drawn from a liquid source;a gas inlet configured to receive an inlet gas from a gas source,a pump and motor combination configured to received the liquid and provide pumped liquid;a gas/liquid mixture chamber configured to receive the pumped liquid and the inlet gas, and mix the liquid and the inlet gas into a gas-infused mixture; anda gas-infused mixture chamber outlet configured to provide the gas-infused mixture;the gas inlet having a gas liquid mixing valve with a mixing orifice that has a mixing orifice size dimensioned to provide the inlet gas to the gas/liquid mixture chamber with an inlet gas volumetric flow rate in order to mix the pumped liquid and the inlet gas with a predetermined mixture ratio that depends on the mixing orifice size.2. An integrated infuser/mixer pump system according to claim 1 , wherein the gas liquid mixing valve is configured inside the gas inlet and is replaceable.3. An integrated infuser/mixer pump system according to claim 1 , wherein the integrated infuser/mixer pump system comprises a gas inlet ...

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Номер записи: 92
11-03-2021 дата публикации

IN-LINE GAS LIQUID INFUSION SMART SYSTEM

Номер: US20210069656A1
Автор: ESTRADA Jesus, MEZA Humberto V., PATEL Akshaykumar, TRAN Derrick
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An in-line gas liquid infusion smart system, featuring a controller having a signal processer configured to receive signaling containing information about parameters or settings related to dispensing a non-infused liquid and a gas-infused mixture of gas and liquid from a dispense point; and determine corresponding signaling containing information to dispense the non-infused liquid and the gas-infused mixture from the dispense point, and also containing further information about the parameters or settings for providing to a remote controller for controlling, monitoring or troubleshooting the in-line gas liquid infusion smart system, based upon the signaling received. 1. An in-line gas liquid infusion smart system , comprising: receive signaling containing information about parameters or settings related to dispensing from a dispense point a non-infused liquid and a gas-infused mixture of gas and liquid; and', 'determine corresponding signaling containing information to dispense the non-infused liquid and the gas-infused mixture from the dispense point, and also containing further information about the parameters or settings for providing to a remote controller for controlling, monitoring or troubleshooting the in-line gas liquid infusion smart system, based upon the signaling received., 'a controller having a signal processer configured to'}2. An in-line gas liquid infusion smart system according to claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to provide the corresponding signaling as control signaling to control components of the in-line gas liquid infusion smart system in order to dispense the non-infused liquid and the gas-infused mixture from the dispense point claim 1 , as well as data communication signaling to the remote controller.3. An in-line gas liquid infusion smart system according to claim 1 , wherein receive the corresponding signaling, and', 'provide remote controller signaling containing further corresponding information about controlling, ...

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Номер записи: 93
11-03-2021 дата публикации

MULTILOBULAR SUPERSONIC GAS NOZZLES FOR LIQUID SPARGING

Номер: US20210069661A1
Автор: Connors Derek J., Lewis John Craig, Luttrell Gerald H., Mankosa Michael J.
Принадлежит: Eriez Manufacturing Co.

What is presented is a system and method for bubble creation in a fluid injection nozzle for the injection of a gas into a liquid to divide the gas into the smallest possible bubble size with the largest cumulative surface area by maximizing the percentage of gas at the highest possible kinetic energy that is in contact with the liquid. The fluid injection nozzle comprises a convergent inlet for receiving a fluid and a divergent outlet for exhausting the fluid. The divergent outlet has multiple exhaust ports. 1. A fluid injection nozzle comprisinga convergent inlet for receiving a fluid;a divergent outlet for exhausting the fluid; andsaid divergent outlet having multiple exhaust ports.2. The fluid injection nozzle of in which each said exhaust port is oblique to the fluid flow direction through said exhaust port.3. The fluid injection nozzle of in which each said exhaust port diverges from the central axis of said fluid injection nozzle.4. The fluid injection nozzle of in which the axis of each said exhaust port describes an arc.5. The fluid injection nozzle of in which each said exhaust port terminates in an outer surface of said fluid injection nozzle that is not perpendicular to the central axis of said fluid injection nozzle.6. The fluid injection nozzle of in which each said exhaust port terminates in an outer surface of said fluid injection nozzle that is parallel to the central axis of said fluid injection nozzle.7. The fluid injection nozzle of in which a throttling device variably blocks or restricts said fluid from entering said convergent inlet.8. The fluid injection nozzle of in which said divergent outlet comprises two said exhaust ports claim 1 , three said exhaust ports claim 1 , four said exhaust ports claim 1 , five said exhaust ports claim 1 , or six said exhaust ports.9. The fluid injection nozzle of in which the orientation of said exhaust ports relative to the gravitational field is between sixty degrees and one hundred and twenty degrees of ...

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Номер записи: 94
11-03-2021 дата публикации

MICROBUBBLE GENERATOR AND LAUNDRY TREATING DEVICE

Номер: US20210071338A1
Автор: DENG Yongjian, Gao Yuan, SUN Jin, XIONG Ming
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A microbubble generator and a laundry treating device. The microbubble generator includes: an air dissolving tank, having an air dissolving cavity defined therein, and an inlet and an outlet configured to feed and discharge water, the inlet being located above the outlet, the inlet and the outlet being staggered in a horizontal direction; and a cavitator, provided outside the air dissolving tank and connected with the outlet, or provided at the outlet. 1. A microbubble generator , comprising:an air dissolving tank, defining an air dissolving cavity therein, and having an inlet and an outlet configured to allow water to flow in and out, the inlet and the outlet being staggered in a horizontal direction; anda cavitator, provided outside the air dissolving tank and connected with the outlet, or provided at the outlet.2. The microbubble generator according to claim 1 , further comprising: a baffle claim 1 , provided in the air dissolving tank claim 1 , at least partially located between the inlet and the outlet in the horizontal direction claim 1 , and provided with a gap and/or a through hole.3. The microbubble generator according to claim 2 , wherein when the baffle is provided with a gap claim 2 , a width of the gap is less than or equal to 50 mm.4. The microbubble generator according to claim 3 , when the baffle is provided with the gap claim 3 , the width of the gap ranges from 1 mm to 10 mm.5. The microbubble generator according to claim 2 , wherein a horizontal distance between the baffle and the outlet is greater than a horizontal distance between the baffle and the inlet.6. The microbubble generator according to claim 5 , wherein the horizontal distance between the baffle and the inlet is less than 50 mm.7. The microbubble generator according to claim 1 , wherein in the horizontal direction claim 1 , the inlet and the outlet are located at two ends of the air dissolving tank.8. The microbubble generator according to claim 1 , wherein a distance between the ...

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Номер записи: 95
15-03-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS TO INFUSE WATER WITH NITRATE (NO3) AND NITRITE (NO2) USING ELECTRICAL PLASMA FOR USE IN PLANT FERTILIZATION

Номер: US20180071707A1
Автор: Salerno Mark
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A nitrogen-enriched water generator includes an elongated housing defining a sealed nitrogen/oxygen chamber in which nitrogen molecules are combined with oxygen molecules to form a nitrate (NO) or a nitrite (NO) gas (NOx gas). The housing includes an NOx gas and water mixing tube, a plasma generator and a nitrogen-enriched water trap. A water spray nozzle sprays water into the chamber. At least one air injection port injects air into the chamber. A vacuum port removes a volume of NOx gas not absorbed by the water from the sealed nitrogen/oxygen chamber. 1. A nitrogen-enriched water generator , which comprises:{'sub': 3', '2, 'an elongated housing defining a sealed nitrogen/oxygen chamber in which nitrogen molecules are combined with oxygen molecules to form a nitrate (NO) or a nitrite (NO) gas (NOx gas), the housing includingan NOx gas and water mixing tube, the NOx gas and water mixing tube defining a first section of the sealed nitrogen/oxygen chamber and receiving and exposing in the first section the NOx gas with water to form nitrogen-enriched water therein;a plasma generator, the plasma generator defining a second section of the sealed nitrogen/oxygen chamber which is in fluid communication with the first section, the plasma generator including a first cylindrical outer electrode and a second cylindrical inner electrode situated radially within the first cylindrical outer electrode and spaced apart therefrom such that the first cylindrical outer electrode and the second cylindrical inner electrode define an air gap therebetween, the first cylindrical outer electrode and the second cylindrical inner electrode being concentrically arranged and in radial alignment with each other, the first cylindrical outer electrode and the second cylindrical inner electrode being electrically communicatable to a source of electrical charge and being oppositely electrically chargeable in polarity to generate a plasma in the gap therebetween, the plasma causing the NOx gas to be ...

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Номер записи: 96
15-03-2018 дата публикации

INVESTMENT CASTING

Номер: US20180071817A1
Автор: DURRANT George, FREEMAN Felicity, TORPEY John S.
Принадлежит: ROLLS-ROYCE PLC

A method for designing a baffle including using patterns to produce an array of shell moulds, generating a 3-D image of the outer surface of each shell mould in the array of shell moulds, stacking the individual 3-D images for a plurality of the shell moulds to produce a conglomerate shell mould profile, determining a maximum cross sectional area of the conglomerate shell mould profile in a plane orthogonal to a direction along which the shell moulds are to be drawn through the baffle, defining a baffle profile segment which is consistent with a substantial portion of the conglomerate shell mould profile at the maximum cross sectional area, scaling the baffle profile segment to provide an offset clearance between the baffle profile segment and the maximum cross sectional area of the conglomerate shell mould profile, and reproducing the baffle profile segment to provide an array of baffle profile segments. 1. A method for designing a baffle for use with an array of shell moulds in a directional solidification casting apparatus , the method comprising;providing an array of patterns;using the array of patterns in a lost pattern process to produce an array of shell moulds;imaging the outer surface of each shell mould in the array of shell moulds;for each shell mould, determining a plane orthogonal to a direction A along which the shell moulds are to be drawn through the baffle in a subsequent directional solidification process and in which a 2-D profile of the shell mould has maximum dimensions;stacking the individual image profiles for a plurality of the shell moulds to produce a conglomerate shell mould profile;defining a baffle profile segment which is consistent with a substantial portion of the conglomerate shell mould profile;scaling the baffle profile segment to provide an offset clearance between the baffle profile segment and the conglomerate shell mould profile;reproducing the baffle profile segment to provide an array of baffle profile segments whereby to ...

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Номер записи: 97
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Gas Infusion Module

Номер: US20200068923A1
Автор: Lisiecki Joseph
Принадлежит: Micro Matic USA, Inc.

According to one or exemplary embodiments, there is provided a Gas Infusion Module that is a compact, inexpensive, adjustable, and easy to clean apparatus for infusing a beverage, such as coffee or tea, with a gas. The Gas Infusion Module controls the mixing of the gas with a liquid beverage in a homogenization element. To achieve an enhanced homogenization of gas and liquid, first the Gas Infusion Module regulates the pressure of gas that will enter the homogenization element and mix with the liquid. Additionally, the liquid and gas mixture passes through an outlet check valve which forces greater homogenization of the aerated fluid before it is dispensed for consumption. 116.-. (canceled)17. A gas infusion module for mixing a gas and a liquid to create an aerated fluid , the gas infusion module comprising:a gas inlet assembly that allows the gas to flow into the gas infusion module;a liquid inlet that allows the liquid to flow into the homogenization element;a gas input valve located in a flow path of the liquid such that the liquid entering from the liquid inlet flows over the gas input valve; anda chamber that receives the liquid and the gas, the liquid and the gas mixing in the chamber to create the aerated fluid.18. The gas infusion module of claim 17 , wherein the gas input valve is a check valve that prevents backflow into the gas inlet assembly.19. The gas infusion module of claim 17 , further comprising an opening in the gas input valve that delivers the gas flowing from the gas inlet assembly into the liquid.20. The gas infusion module of claim 17 , further comprising a gas pressure regulator that controls an input pressure of the gas entering the gas infusion module from the gas inlet assembly.21. The gas infusion module of claim 17 , further comprising a liquid check valve located between the liquid inlet and the chamber claim 17 , wherein the liquid check valve prevents backflow into the liquid inlet.22. The gas infusion module of claim 17 , further ...

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Номер записи: 98
05-03-2020 дата публикации

DRINKING GLASS

Номер: US20200069091A1
Автор: Stotesbery Daniel, Stotesbery Kacey
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The drinking glass as disclosed herein may include a beverage container having a lower base and an upwardly extending outer sidewall terminating in an upper rim having an open mouth of a size and shape for select pour-in reception of a beverage. A visual pour line may be integrally formed flush with a smooth interior surface of the sidewall and integrally formed flush with a smooth exterior surface of the sidewall and provide a visual indication of an amount of liquid within the dinking glass, e.g., 16 or 20 ounces. Moreover, a central projection may extend upwardly from the base and to an interior of the upwardly extending outer sidewall and cooperate therewith to form a generally recessed annular moat therebetween. Also, an aeration tab may extend from the central projection and be positioned to disrupt laminar flow of the beverage when poured into the drinking glass. 1. A drinking glass , comprising:a beverage retaining container formed by a base at a lower end and an upwardly projecting sidewall extending therefrom and terminating in an upper rim having an open mouth having a size and shape for select pour-in reception of a beverage; anda pour line formed integrally within the sidewall through intersection of a molten mixture of converged sidewall material during a molding process, the pour line being positioned at a height below the upper rim to visually demark a lower liquid retaining volume from an upper head accommodating volume within the beverage retaining container.2. The drinking glass of claim 1 , wherein the base includes a central projection extending upwardly and inwardly away from the sidewall and cooperating therewith to form a generally recessed annual moat therebetween.3. The drinking glass of claim 2 , wherein the central projection terminates in a generally horizontal circular pushup plate positioned approximately 0.45 inches and 0.55 inches above the base.4. The drinking glass of claim 2 , wherein the central projection and a flat annular ...

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Номер записи: 99
16-03-2017 дата публикации

WATER AERATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20170072372A1
Автор: BURTON Craig, Burton Sandra
Принадлежит: Linne Industries LLC

A water aeration system () encases an air pump () and a solar power controller () in an encasement structure () with one or more air permeable sidewalls (). The encasement structure is mounted at or near a top end of a mounting pole (). A solar panel () is mounted directly or indirectly to the encasement or to the mounting pole at or near the top end of the mounting pole. An air conduit () is threaded through a hollow channel in the mounting pole or structure associated therewith, and then underground and/or under water for joining to an immersed diffuser (). The water aeration system operates without a battery or energy accumulator, and is tamper-resistant. The system is protected from tampering where the air pump and controller are inside the encasement structure, the solar panel and encasement structure are mounted several feet above the ground surface, and the conduit between the pump and the diffuser is held inside the mounting pole or structure associated therewith. 110. A water aeration system () , comprising:{'b': 32', '31', '33, 'a mounting pole () defining an inner channel substantially along its length and having a top end () and a bottom end (), with the bottom end adapted for insertion into a ground or a footing for establishing the mounting pole upright with its top end above the ground or footing surface;'}{'b': 34', '42', '44, 'an encasement () mounted at or near the top end of the mounting pole, said encasement defining an internal space, and having at least one air permeable wall (; );'}{'b': '60', 'an air pump () held within the encasement;'}{'b': 20', '12', '34', '32', '34', '32, 'a conduit () for air pumped into the conduit by the air pump, said conduit having a length and connected at one end to the air pump and at its opposite end adapted to connect to at least one diffuser (), wherein substantially the length of the conduit that is above ground and out of water is protected from tampering by the encasement () and the mounting pole () or ...

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Номер записи: 100