Adapter for modular catalytic monoliths
AssigneeThe United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
InventorsFranklin J. Gulian, Alan D. McCarrick
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Abstract
Adapters, devices, and methods are provided that permit catalytic monolith modules to be used in catalytic converter systems designed for fixed bed catalysts using granular catalysts. The adapter provides air flow straightening upstream from the catalytic monoliths, mitigating non-uniform flow into the catalytic monoliths. The adapter is reusable, allowing simple replacement of spent catalytic monolith modules.
Claims19
An adapter for accommodating a catalytic monolith module in a catalytic converter designed for use with a fixed bed catalyst drawer, the catalytic converter having a catalytic chamber, the adapter comprising:
- a rigid frame having an open front face;
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- an air flow straightener comprising a perforated plate and a screen;
- wherein the open front face permits insertion of the catalytic monolith module.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.