This is a plain-language summary of a public patent. It is written for general readers and is not a substitute for the granted claims. For the authoritative, legally operative text, see the official record linked below.
01 What it covers
Real waste streams carry more than one problem isotope. This system arranges multiple filtration vessels in sequence, letting operators dedicate each vessel to a specific isotope-specific medium and treat a multi-contaminant stream in one pass.
02 Why it matters
- Multi-contaminant streams: different vessels target different isotopes in sequence.
- Lead/lag operation: staging allows a bed to fully load before the next takes over, maximizing media use.
- Serviceable: individual vessels can be changed without shutting the whole train.
03 Patent family
This invention was filed in multiple jurisdictions; related filings share the same disclosure.
| Jurisdiction | Number | Date |
|---|---|---|
| United States (granted) | US 10,668,405 B2 | Jun 2, 2020 |
| United States (application) | US 2019/0015762 A1 | Jan 17, 2019 |
04 Official record
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