CATALYZING PRESSURE WAVE EXTRACTION METHOD AND APPARATUS

摘要

Apparatus and methods are provided for extracting compounds from raw materials. One such apparatus may include an extraction column where it is a one column, one pass design capable of withstanding high temperatures and pressure. Additionally, the extraction column may also be capable of containing a self-perpetuating energy cycle used to achieve the required solubilization and mass transfer temperatures necessary for optimal extraction. The apparatus may also include a first opening and a second opening to control the flow of incoming solvent and filter extraneous sediment trapped within the fully extracted effluent. Additionally, the apparatus may be configured to create a self-perpetuating and self-sustaining energy cycle by manipulating the pressure and temperature generated within the apparatus. While the generated temperatures may help achieve a dynamic and efficient extraction process, a trailing cool layer of solvent is also present to effectively preserve the heat sensitive compounds extracted from the raw materials.

主权项

1. An extraction column comprising:
a body comprising a vertical standing pressure vessel capable of withstanding high temperatures and pressure; an inlet opening at a base of the pressure vessel to receive at least one primary restrictive perforation to control a flow of incoming solvent entering the extraction column; an outlet opening at a top portion of the pressure vessel to receive at least one secondary restrictive perforation to filter extraneous sediment trapped within an extracted effluent; and a solvent surface layer in contact with a bed of raw materials, such that a self-perpetuating energy cycle is formed when the solvent surface layer rises and a hydraulic pressure results in a catalyzing energy to generate a self-perpetuating energy cycle to extract the raw materials.