Apparatus and method for applying magnetic fields to fluid flows
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Aug 1, 2017
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Sep 18, 2014
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Mar 12, 2014
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Abstract
Devices and methods are provided for in-line water treatment using strong magnetic fields to influence corrosion, separate toxins, suppress bacteria and bio-fouling, as well as inhibit or greatly reduce mineral scaling due to fluid flow in or around equipment components. For example, a device is provided for applying a magnetic field to a portion of tubing through which a fluid flow, such as water, is conveyed. The device includes a number of links joined together via detachable pivoting connections, such that links may be removed and/or links may be added, thereby allowing a diameter of the device to be adjusted so as to accommodate larger or smaller piping, as necessary, for retrofitting applications. The use of magnetic treatment of fluids such as water may allow extended cycles of operation with higher concentration of mineral salts without the use of chemical scaling suppressants.
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HYDROFLUX TECHNOLOGY LLC | 1625 17TH STREET UNIT 2 SANTA MONICA CA 90404 |
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- 2014 Application Filing Year
- B03C Class
- 198 Applications Filed
- 161 Patents Issued To-Date
- 81.32 % Issued To-Date
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Inventor Name | Address | # of filed Patents | Total Citations |
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Lombardi, Michael R | Los Angeles, US | 2 | 11 |
# of filed Patents : 2 Total Citations : 11 | |||
Morley, Neil B | Santa Monica, US | 2 | 11 |
# of filed Patents : 2 Total Citations : 11 |
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