Fermentation processes using scraped tubular fermentor
AssigneeUniversity of Waterloo
InventorMurray Moo Young
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Abstract
Fermentation of a substrate by microorganisms capable of utilizing the substrate for growth is improved by conveying a fermentation medium including the substrate and microoganisms through a hollow tube with the assistance of an internal wall-scraper.
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A method of fermentation of a substrate by microorganisms capable of utilizing the substrate for growth, which comprises conveying a fermentation medium including said substrate and microorganisms through a hollow uncompartmented tube by scraping means which engage the interior surface of said tube fermenting said substrate by said microorganisms during said conveying of said fermentation medium through said tube, and scraping the internal walls of said tube during said conveying of said fermentation medium through said tube.
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