Gas separation: apparatus – Apparatus for selective diffusion of gases – Membrane to degasify liquid
Reexamination Certificate
2006-11-07
2006-11-07
Lawrence, Frank M. (Department: 1724)
Gas separation: apparatus
Apparatus for selective diffusion of gases
Membrane to degasify liquid
C096S240000, C096S242000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07132008
ABSTRACT:
A process and corresponding apparatus for dehydrating gas, especially natural gas. The process includes an absorption step and a membrane pervaporation step to regenerate the liquid sorbent.
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Mairal Anurag P
Ng Alvin
Wijmans Johannes G
Lawrence Frank M.
Membrane Technology & Research Inc.
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