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HYDRODYNAMIC VORTEX SEPARATION [1 record]

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Record 1 2020-09-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Wastewater Treatment
  • Water Treatment (Water Supply)
CONT

Hydrodynamic separation is typically achieved by introducing the flow tangentially into a cylindrical vessel, thus forming a vortex or swirling action. This rotary flow action tends to concentrate settleable particles that gravitate for removal or deposition within a sump.

Key term(s)
  • hydro-dynamic vortex separation
  • hydro-dynamic separation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Traitement des eaux usées
  • Traitement des eaux
CONT

Séparation par vortex : utilise les forces hydrodynamiques et gravitationnelles pour récupérer les MES [matières en suspension].

Spanish

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