Abstract: A method and apparatus for contaminant separation utilizes an interleaved array of oppositely charged electrode plates for fluid treatment. Spacing between the parallel electrode plates is graduated so that the volume of the cavities between the opposing electrodes provides varying levels of treatment of a broad range of contaminants from a variety of fluid columns. A fluid flow path extending substantially orthogonal to the direction of the electrical field established between opposing electrode plates provides a feed stream with exposure to the varying levels of electrical charges between the electrode plates. The method and apparatus provide an effective means of contaminant separation by a device having a small footprint and requiring low amounts of electrical energy.

Abstract: A method and apparatus provide fluid treatment at a plurality of distinct points using a length of energized magnetically conductive conduit in fluid communication with non-magnetic coupling devices. The instant invention prevents the formation and accumulation of contaminants within conduits and on equipment utilized in the transportation, delivery and processing of fluid columns. It may also be utilized to accelerate the separation of oil and water and increase the efficiency of oil/water separation equipment.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for contaminant separation utilizes an interleaved array of oppositely charged electrode plates for fluid treatment. Spacing between the parallel electrode plates is graduated so that the volume of the cavities between the opposing electrodes provides varying levels of treatment of a broad range of contaminants from a variety of fluid columns. A fluid flow path extending substantially orthogonal to the direction of the electrical field established between opposing electrode plates provides a feed stream with exposure to the varying levels of electrical charges between the electrode plates. The method and apparatus provide an effective means of contaminant separation by a device having a small footprint and requiring low amounts of electrical energy.

Abstract: A new Hydro-Lift Boat Hull for offering greater stability and higher speeds. The inventive device includes a keel portion having a keel channel provided therein, a pair of opposed chines positioned on opposite sides of the keel portion, a pair of angled panels symmetrically positioned about the keel portion intermediate the keel channel and the pair of opposed chines, and a pair of opposed gunwales extending upward from the pair of opposed chines, wherein each of the pair angled panels has a chine channel provided therein adjacent each of the pair opposed chines. The lower edge of each of the pair of angled panels extends into the water surface, whereby the pair of angled panels and the keel channel define a water capturing keel tunnel. The base portion of each of the pair of opposed chines extends into the water surface, whereby the pair of opposed chines and the chine channels define a pair of opposed water capturing chine tunnels.