Molecular separator

Details Molecular separator Molecular separator

2005-01-25

2008-12-02

Drodge, Joseph W (Department: 1797)

Liquid purification or separation

Processes

Separating

C055S302000, C095S279000, C210S770000, C210S771000, C210S791000, C210S798000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07459091

ABSTRACT:
The present invention discloses a method and apparatus for separating particles and dissolved matter from a fluid stream. Specifically, the present invention includes a first pressure source which transports untreated fluid into a separator annulus with a filter element disposed therein. The untreated fluid is placed under appropriate pressure sufficient to produce turbulent flow, increased particle kinetics and/or cavitation physics allowing the desired fluid to penetrate and pass into and through the filter media. The filtered fluid is then transported to a collection tank. The contaminant particulate matter retained by the filter media may be removed by the instantenous reverse pressurization of the separator annulus by a second pressure source thereby removing the contaminant particles away from contact with the filter media, and which may then be transported to a waste collection tank or a concentrator for further treatment.

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