MUMBAI, India, July 24 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641078360 A) filed by Dr. J. Srinithi; Sreebavya V. S; Dr Laxmi Deepak Bhatlu; Tarun. N; Manikandan. S; Kaviprasath. D; and M. Eiakkiya on June 25, 2026, for Shell-And-Tube Heat Exchange System With Curved Concentric Geometry And Automated Clean-In-Place Fun.
Inventors include Dr. J. Srinithi; Sreebavya V. S; Dr Laxmi Deepak Bhatlu; Tarun. N; Manikandan. S; Kaviprasath. D; and M. Eiakkiya.
The application for the patent was published on July 17, 2026, under issue no. 29/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a curved concentric shell and tube heat exchanger designed to achieve enhanced thermal efficiency, compactness, and ease of maintenance compared to conventional straight-tube or U-tube exchangers. The design incorporates a curved shell configuration concentrically aligned with curved tube bundles, enabling an extended heat transfer surface area within a reduced footprint. This geometry promotes uniform fluid distribution, minimizes flow dead zones, and ensures effective thermal exchange. The heat exchanger utilizes segmental baffles to induce cross-flow and turbulence, thereby improving the overall heat transfer coefficient. A floating head mechanism is provided to accommodate thermal expansion and facilitate easy disassembly for inspection, repair, or cleaning operations. To further enhance operational hygiene and efficiency, the system integrates a Clean-In-PIace (CIP) spray mechanism, allowing for internal cleaning without complete dismantling. The unit operates on a counter-flow configuration, where the shell-side and tube-side fluids move in opposite directions, maximizing the temperature gradient and improving energy recovery. Due to its compact structure and enhanced performance, the system is ideally suited for industrial and process applications such as chemical plants, food processing, wastewater treatment, and thermal recovery systems. This innovative design combines mechanical simplicity with high functional efficiency, representing a significant improvement in space utilization, energy conservation, and ease of operation over existing heat exchanger technologies.
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