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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 28, 2016
Filed:
Dec. 15, 2011
Charles David Gilliam, Baton Rouge, LA (US);
Stefanie Renee Gilliam, Baton Rouge, LA (US);
Charles David Gilliam, Baton Rouge, LA (US);
Stefanie Renee Gilliam, Baton Rouge, LA (US);
Other;
Abstract
An apparatus and method are disclosed for controlling the thickness of a flowing algae film. The algae film flow may be gravity-induced or the result of an alternative force. The algae is deposited on an upper end of a flow surface where a relatively thick layer of the film forms. The algae film flows over a fluid dispersal region where the surface area is expanding, which results in thinning of the film thickness. The fluid then flows over an active region where the surface area is designed to control the fluid film thickness. While in the active region, the algae film may absorb carbon dioxide, while releasing water vapor. Hydrogen gas may be captured from the process, as well.