公开(公告)号：JP2012183533A

公开(公告)日：2012-09-27

申请号：JP2012087501

申请日：2012-04-06

Applicant: Battelle Memorial Inst ,  バッテル メモリアル インスティテュートBattelle Memorial Institute

Inventor： WEGENG ROBERT S ,  RASSAT SCOT D ,  STENKAMP VICTORIA S ,  TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  MATSON DEAN W ,  DROST MONTE K ,  VISWANATHAN VILAYANUR V

IPC: B01D53/04 ,  F28D20/00 ,  B01D53/047 ,  B01J20/18 ,  B01J20/34 ,  C01B3/56 ,  H01M8/04 ,  H01M8/06

CPC classification number: H01M8/0662 ,  B01D53/02 ,  B01D53/0446 ,  B01D53/0462 ,  B01D53/047 ,  B01D53/06 ,  B01D2253/108 ,  B01D2257/504 ,  B01D2257/80 ,  B01D2259/40088 ,  B01D2259/4575 ,  C01B3/56 ,  C01B2203/043 ,  C01B2203/0475 ,  C01B2203/066 ,  H01M8/04014 ,  H01M8/04223 ,  H01M8/0612 ,  Y02C10/08 ,  Y02P20/124 ,  Y02P20/134 ,  Y02P20/152 ,  Y02P20/57

Abstract: PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide compact adsorption systems that are capable of rapid temperature swings and rapid cycling, and novel methods of thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption.SOLUTION: In some aspects of the invention, a gas is passed through the adsorbent thus allowing heat exchangers to be very close to all portions of the adsorbent and utilize less space. In another aspect, the adsorption media is selectively heated, thus reducing energy costs. Methods and systems for gas adsorption/desorption having improved energy efficiency with capability of short cycle times are also described. In another aspect, the apparatus or methods utilize heat exchange channels of varying lengths that have volumes controlled to provide equal heat fluxes. Methods of fuel cell startup are also described. Advantages of the invention include the ability to use (typically) 30-100 times less adsorbent compared to conventional systems.

Abstract translation: 要解决的问题：提供能够快速温度摆动和快速循环的紧凑型吸附系统，以及热变形吸附和热增强变压吸附的新颖方法。 解决方案：在本发明的一些方面，气体通过吸附剂，从而允许热交换器非常接近吸附剂的所有部分并且利用更少的空间。 另一方面，吸附介质被选择性地加热，从而降低能量成本。 还描述了具有改善的能量效率并且具有短循环时间的能力的用于气体吸附/解吸的方法和系统。 在另一方面，该装置或方法利用具有不同长度的热交换通道，其具有受控制的体积以提供相等的热通量。 还描述了燃料电池启动的方法。 本发明的优点包括使用（通常）比常规系统少30-100倍的吸附剂的能力。 版权所有（C）2012，JPO＆INPIT

公开(公告)号：CA2514069A1

公开(公告)日：2004-08-12

申请号：CA2514069

申请日：2004-01-26

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  STENKAMP VICTORIA S

IPC: B01D5/00 ,  F28B1/00 ,  F28D9/00 ,  H01M8/04 ,  F28B9/08

Abstract: A laminated, multiphase condensor having wicking structures and gas flow channels is described. During operation, a fluid mixture passes in through fluid inlet (2) into header (4) where it is distributed into gas flow channe ls (6 and 6'). Coolant passes through elongated coolant slots (8) in cooling channel layer (10). The material surrounding the coolant slots (8) are the cooling channel walls. As the fluid mixture passes through the gas flow channels (6 and 6'), heat from the fluid is removed primary heat exchange surface (13) (this surface also is an exterior surface of a cooling channel wall) and a liquid condenses from the fluid mixtu~re, flows into wick (11), through optional pore throat (12) and into liquid flow channel (14). The figure is an exploded view and shows a separation between the wick and the pore throat; however, in typical operation the optional pore throat should contact the wick. The device can work under the influence of gravity, but, more typically, sucti is applied to pull liquid out through liquid outlet (1 6) . In a device with multiple liquid flow channels, an optional footer (not shown) may carry flow from multiple liquid flow channels. Gas from the gas flow channels (6 and 6') may pass through an optional gas footer and out through gas outlet (20).

公开(公告)号：CA2683050A1

公开(公告)日：2001-12-13

申请号：CA2683050

申请日：2001-05-30

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  GAUGLITZ PHILLIP A ,  WEGENG ROBERT S ,  STENKAMP VICTORIA S ,  WHYATT GREG A

IPC: B01D5/00 ,  B01B1/00 ,  B01D3/00 ,  B01D17/00 ,  B01D19/00 ,  B01J19/00 ,  B01L3/00 ,  C01B3/38 ,  F28D9/00 ,  H01M8/04

Abstract: Laminated, multiphase separators and contactors having wicking structures and gas flow channels are described. Some preferred embodiments are combined with microchannel heat exchange. Integrated systems containing these components are also part of the present invention.

公开(公告)号：CA2410462A1

公开(公告)日：2001-12-13

申请号：CA2410462

申请日：2001-05-30

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： WEGENG ROBERT S ,  TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  WHYATT GREG A ,  STENKAMP VICTORIA S ,  GAUGLITZ PHILLIP A

IPC: B01B1/00 ,  B01D3/00 ,  B01D5/00 ,  B01D19/00 ,  B01J19/00 ,  B01L3/00 ,  C01B3/38 ,  F28D9/00 ,  H01M8/04 ,  B01D17/00

Abstract: Laminated, multiphase separators and contactors having wicking structures an d gas flow channels are described. Some preferred embodiments are combined wit h microchannel heat exchange. Integrated systems containing these components a re also part of the present invention.

公开(公告)号：CA2622158C

公开(公告)日：2014-08-12

申请号：CA2622158

申请日：2006-09-12

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： STENKAMP VICTORIA S ,  TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  WEGENS ROBERT S

IPC: B01J19/00 ,  B01D3/00 ,  B01F13/00

Abstract: Advanced wicking structures and methods utilizing these structures are described. The use of advanced wicking structures can promote rapid mass transfer while maintaining high capillary pressure through the use of small pores. Particularly improved results in fluid contacting processes can be achieved by enhanced mixing within a wicking layer within a microchannel.

公开(公告)号：CA2444887C

公开(公告)日：2011-09-20

申请号：CA2444887

申请日：2002-04-30

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： WEGENG ROBERT S ,  RASSAT SCOT D ,  STENKAMP VICTORIA S ,  TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  MATSON DEAN W ,  DROST MONTE K ,  VISWANATHAN VILAYANUR V

IPC: B01D53/04 ,  F28D20/00 ,  B01D53/047 ,  B01J20/18 ,  B01J20/34 ,  C01B3/56 ,  F25B17/08 ,  H01M8/04 ,  H01M8/06

Abstract: The present invention provides compact adsorption systems that are capable of rapid temperature swings and rapid cycling. Novel methods of thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption are also described. In some aspects of the invention, a gas is passed through the adsorbent thus allowing heat exchangers to be very close to all portions of the adsorbent and utilize less space. In another aspect, the adsorption media is selectively heated, thus reducing energy costs. Methods and systems for gas adsorption/desorption having improved energy efficiency with capability of short cycle times are also described. In another aspect, the apparatus or methods utilize heat exchange channels of varying lengths that have volumes controlled to provide equal heat fluxes. Methods of fuel cell startup are also described. Advantages of the invention include the ability to use (typically) 30-100 times less adsorbent compared to conventional systems.

公开(公告)号：CA2622158A1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-29

申请号：CA2622158

申请日：2006-09-12

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： WEGENS ROBERT S ,  TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  STENKAMP VICTORIA S

IPC: B01J19/00 ,  B01D3/00 ,  B01F13/00

Abstract: Advanced wicking structures and methods utilizing these structures are described. The use of advanced wicking structures can promote rapid mass transfer while maintaining high capillary pressure through the use of small pores. Particularly improved results in fluid contacting processes can be achieved by enhanced mixing within a wicking layer within a microchannel.

公开(公告)号：CA2410462C

公开(公告)日：2009-12-15

申请号：CA2410462

申请日：2001-05-30

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： WHYATT GREG A ,  STENKAMP VICTORIA S ,  WEGENG ROBERT S ,  TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  GAUGLITZ PHILLIP A

IPC: B01D17/00 ,  B01B1/00 ,  B01D3/00 ,  B01D5/00 ,  B01D19/00 ,  B01J19/00 ,  B01L3/00 ,  C01B3/38 ,  F28D9/00 ,  H01M8/04

Abstract: Laminated, multiphase separators and contactors having wicking structures an d gas flow channels are described. Some preferred embodiments are combined wit h microchannel heat exchange. Integrated systems containing these components a re also part of the present invention.

公开(公告)号：AU2002363963A1

公开(公告)日：2003-06-23

申请号：AU2002363963

申请日：2002-12-04

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： STENKAMP VICTORIA S ,  TEGROTENHUIS WARD E

IPC: B01B1/00 ,  B01D3/00 ,  B01D5/00 ,  B01D19/00 ,  B01D50/00 ,  B01D53/00 ,  B01J19/00 ,  B01L3/00 ,  C01B3/38 ,  F28D9/00 ,  H01M8/04

Abstract: Methods of separating fluids using capillary forces and/or improved conditions for are disclosed. The improved methods may include control of the ratio of gas and liquid Reynolds numbers relative to the Suratman number. Also disclosed are wick-containing, laminated devices that are capable of separating fluids.

公开(公告)号：AU7506901A

公开(公告)日：2001-12-17

申请号：AU7506901

申请日：2001-05-30

Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

Inventor： TEGROTENHUIS WARD E ,  WEGENG ROBERT S ,  WHYATT GREG A ,  STENKAMP VICTORIA S ,  GAUGLITZ PHILLIP A

IPC: B01B1/00 ,  B01D3/00 ,  B01D5/00 ,  B01D19/00 ,  B01J19/00 ,  B01L3/00 ,  C01B3/38 ,  F28D9/00 ,  H01M8/04 ,  B01D17/00

Abstract: Laminated, multiphase separators and contactors having wicking structures and gas flow channels are described. Some preferred embodiments are combined with microchannel heat exchange. Integrated systems containing these components are also part of the present invention.