McDermott International. has filed a patent for a fluid recirculation system for industrial infrastructures. The system utilizes exhaust as a refrigerant, ensuring a constant supply while utilizing low-level heat. It includes a compressor, expander, and heat exchanger to heat and cool process fluids. GlobalData’s report on McDermott International gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on McDermott International, Offshore structure installation was a key innovation area identified from patents. McDermott International's grant share as of January 2024 was 66%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Fluid recirculation system utilizing exhaust as refrigerant

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: McDermott International Ltd

The patent application (Publication Number: US20240003596A1) describes a system for heating and cooling that includes components such as an exhaust fluid input conduit, compressors, expanders, and heat exchangers. The system is designed to receive exhaust fluid from a source, such as an exhaust line from infrastructure, and utilize it for various heating and cooling processes. The system also includes multiple fluid outlet conduits and can incorporate additional compressors for enhanced functionality.

Furthermore, the patent application details a method for operating the heating and cooling system, which involves steps such as compressing the exhaust gas, running it through heat exchangers, and expanding it using an expander. The method also includes the option of using a second compressor for further compression and specifies the process for exhausting the exhaust gas from the system after the necessary heating and cooling operations have been completed. Overall, the system and method outlined in the patent application aim to efficiently utilize exhaust fluid for heating and cooling purposes in various industrial settings, such as power plants, refineries, and production plants.

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