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Method and apparatus for producing co-current fluid contact

Patent ·
OSTI ID:871265
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  1. 6 Postwood, Austin, TX 78738-1503

An improved packing system and method are disclosed wherein a packing section includes a liquid distributor and a separator placed above the distributor so that gas rising through the liquid distributor contacts liquid in the distributor, forming a gas-liquid combination which rises in co-current flow to the separator. Liquid is collected in the separator, from which gas rises.

Research Organization:
TRUTNA WILLIAM
DOE Contract Number:
FC02-90ID13020
Assignee:
Trutna, William R. (6 Postwood, Austin, TX 78738-1503)
Patent Number(s):
US 5695548
OSTI ID:
871265
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English