Method and apparatus for injecting oxygen into fermentation...

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2007-10-09

2007-10-09

Weber, Jon (Department: 1657)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Micro-organism, per se ; compositions thereof; proces of...

C261S121100

Reexamination Certificate

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10985913

ABSTRACT:
A sparger for delivering fluid comprising a sparger pipe for carrying the fluid from a fluid source and downwardly directed nozzles to direct the delivery of fluid is disclosed. A substantially vertical connection pipe connects the sparger to the nozzles. Also, a method of delivering oxygen to an oxygen-depleted zone in the bottom of the fermenter using the sparger is disclosed.

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