Cyclic aeration system for submerged membrane modules

Details Cyclic aeration system for submerged membrane modules Cyclic aeration system for submerged membrane modules

2007-03-06

2007-03-06

Bushey, Scott (Department: 1724)

Liquid purification or separation

Processes

Liquid/liquid solvent or colloidal extraction or diffusing...

C210S650000, C210S321790, C261S064100, C261S124000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11177383

ABSTRACT:
A process for supplying bubbles to a membrane module and cleaning an aerator producing the bubbles includes, in repeated cycles, steps of producing bubbles from an aerator and reducing pressure in the aerator such that water in the tank enters the aerator.

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