Vortex attractor without a backplate

Details Vortex attractor without a backplate Vortex attractor without a backplate

2005-11-01

2005-11-01

Verdier, Christopher (Department: 3745)

Fluid reaction surfaces (i.e., impellers)

Method of operation

C416S189000

Reexamination Certificate

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06960063

ABSTRACT:
A vortex generating apparatus has the capability of attracting and removably adhering one or more solid objects. The apparatus comprises an impeller housed within a shell. The vortex attractor generates a vortical fluid flow generally in the form of a helical or spiral shaped flow. The fluid flow creates a low pressure region extending from the impeller end of the device. This low pressure region is contained by the walls of the fluid flow, thus directing the attractive forces toward a surface and minimizing effects of ambient fluid on the system. When the surface is part of a stationary object, wall, floor or ceiling, the vortex attractor may move toward and adhere to the surface. When the surface is part of a movable object, the vortex attractor may attract the object and maintain the attracted position.

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