System of processing mixed-phase streams

Details System of processing mixed-phase streams System of processing mixed-phase streams

2003-07-14

2009-08-11

Weier, Anthony (Department: 1794)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Apparatus

Bioreactor

C165S058000, C165S064000, C165S120000, C165S125000, C165S184000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07572627

ABSTRACT:
Heat transfer in non-turbulent highly viscous mixed-phase flowing streams can be improved by altering flow characteristics using spiral-shaped elements to eliminate boundary phenomena. The spiral-shaped element promotes helical or spiral flow paths to reduce or eliminate temperature gradients associated with laminar flow characteristics.

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