Gas separation: processes – Solid sorption – Soluble or deliquescent material used
Reexamination Certificate
2008-01-29
2008-01-29
Lawrence, Frank M. (Department: 1724)
Gas separation: processes
Solid sorption
Soluble or deliquescent material used
C096S117500, C096S118000, C096S119000, C034S080000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07323035
ABSTRACT:
A dehumidifying device for absorbing water vapour from ambient air comprising a container having an opening to permit water vapour to enter the container, the container having a water-absorbing agent disposed therein for absorbing water vapour, wherein a first portion of the water-absorbing agent is adapted to provide an indication of water absorption faster than a second portion of the water-absorbing agent following exposure of the first and second portions of water-absorbing agents to water vapour, thereby providing an early indication of the operation of the device.
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Bedford David
Harbutt Richard Paul
Robinson Paul William
Lawrence Frank M.
Reckitt Benckiser (UK) Limited
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