An improved MSF evaporator configuration

Abstract

The pape describes an improved MSF evaporator configuration called “Paired Stage™ Cross-Flow” which combines the best features of the well known long-flow and cross-flow designs. The paired stage configuration is well suited for large unit capacities and, with the exception of a minor variation of the vapor flow path, is based completely on existing, well proven MSF technology. Air model tests were performed to determine the effect of the variation in vapor flow path.