Growth of biomass

Details Growth of biomass Growth of biomass

1984-10-16

1986-04-15

Wyse, Thomas

Liquid purification or separation

With gas-liquid surface contact means

With separator

210194, 210205, C02F 310

Patent

active

045826005

ABSTRACT:
This invention provides apparatus for the growth of biomass from a supply of suitable nutrient wherein the volume of biomass and the size and shape of the units in which it is present within a vessel (10) in which the reaction takes place can be accurately controlled. Control is achieved by providing a support structure (14) for the biomass comprising one or more movable bodies each of which has an internal reticular structure defining a substantial voidage therein and which essentially fills with the biomass but which does not overfill since excess growth is restricted. Restriction can be achieved by removal of excess biomass or by removal of the bodies at the time that they become filled. The techniques are capable of numerous industrial applications including various biological fermentation processes as well as the purification of sewage and industrial effluents, for example.

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