Abstract: A microfluidic chip and a cosmetic manufacturing apparatus including the microfluidic chip are disclosed. The microfluidic chip contains an inlet portion including a first and a second fluid inlets; a dissolution portion including a first and a second micro flow paths in which a first and a second modular raw materials dissolved by the first and the second fluids are pre-loaded, respectively; a confluence including a third micro flow path in which the first and the second fluids and the first and the second modular raw materials converge; a stir portion including a fourth micro flow path which forms a mixed fluid by mixing the first and the second fluids and the first and the second modular raw materials; and a vortexing portion configured to form a cosmetic composition.

Abstract: The present invention describes a heated auger assembly and method for applying powder or liquid, such as efficacious concentrations of DCD, to a substrate granule, such as granular urea. The heated auger assembly includes a mixing auger comprising a first and second end, and at least one of a heat applicator. The method of applying powder and/or liquid raw material to a substrate granule includes heating the substrate granules in a pre-heater, such as a fluidized bed, then discharging the heated substrate granules from the pre-heater into a heated auger assembly, which applies heat to the substrate granules, facilitating the coating of the substrate granules with the powder and/or liquid raw material.

Abstract: A carrier is provided for high pressure processing of food (HPP), beverage, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, or biological products at moderate temperatures in horizontal machines. The carrier includes a cylindrical body, an inner space to accommodate the products, and one or more small openings longitudinally distributed along the carrier side wall. The carrier also has one or several inner pieces, acting as ballast, placed on the diametrically opposite side wall of the openings. The one or several inner pieces are coated by one or more sheets of a material with high adiabatic heating properties upon compression.

Abstract: A plug suitable to be inserted into a refill-opening on a tube, whereby the plug is at least partially made of a refractory material, preferably of firebrick.

Abstract: Thermally expandable microspheres include a polymeric shell surrounding a hollow core, wherein the hollow core comprises a blowing agent, and the polymeric shell comprises an acetate-functionalised cellulose having a glass transition temperature of from about 150 to about 250° C. and a hydrogen bond donor chosen from alcohols, urea, and carboxylic acids. The microspheres are formed using a process including the step of mixing an acetate-functionalised cellulose, an organic solvent, a blowing agent and a hydrogen bond donor to form a mixture and then spraying the mixture into drying equipment to produce the thermally expandable microspheres.

Abstract: Described herein are core-shell microcapsules, with a hydrophobic material-based core and a polymeric shell including an acetoacetyl polymer. Also described herein are a process for preparing the microcapsules, is perfuming compositions, and consumer products including the microcapsules as perfumed consumer products in the form of home care or personal care products.

Abstract: The present disclosure discusses a device and method for improving the reaction rate of enzymatic modification of biopolymers. A thermophoretic device is used to increase the rate of enzymatic reactions with biopolymers by creating a temperature gradient using a heating element and a cooling element. The use of a temperature gradient within a cavity in the thermophoretic device concentrates the reacts along an interior surface of the device, increasing the reaction rate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a reactor having a multilayer structure, wherein the different layers are structured in a particular manner, in preferred embodiments comprising square openings to enable an improved heat transport during catalytic reactions. Furthermore, the present invention relates to multi-reactor structures, methods for providing the reactors and multi-reactor structures, as well as uses and applications.

Abstract: A geomimetic process of sulfate replacement by mineralized carbonate, either in situ or ex situ, is used for mineral carbon sequestration and critical element recovery.

Abstract: Designs for electrically heated reactors are disclosed. In one embodiment, a cylindrical reactor design to provide high temperature heat for an endothermic steam methane reformer without combustion includes: a cylindrical shell, one or more parallel internal cylindrical return tubes, baffles perpendicular to the axis of the shell, electrical heating elements disposed parallel to the shell axis and arranged in one or more rings extending through one or more baffles, and fitted with annular gas entrance and cylindrical gas outlet plena attached to one end of the device.

Abstract: A polymer composite article having retained solids is disclosed. The polymer composite article includes a composite region having a first porous polymer comprising a plurality of pores and the retained solids. The composite region has at least a portion of the retained solids immobilized within some of the pores. In embodiments where the retained solids are solid sorbent materials, the article is configured to receive carbon dioxide through the first porous polymer that can be adsorbed onto the solid sorbent.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a hybrid micro-gas chromatography column including a metal-organic framework (MOF) coating the inner wall of a channel, wherein the MOF is used as an adsorbent and a stationary phase for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) so that preconcentration and separation of VOCs are performed simultaneously. According to the present disclosure, it is possible to effectively achieve miniaturization of a portable gas chromatography (GC) system by providing a hybrid micro-gas chromatography column capable of simultaneously performing preconcentration and separation of low-concentration volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Abstract: Provided are carbon dioxide capture composite particles which contribute to carbon neutrality by fixing carbon dioxide in seawater or an aqueous solution in which calcium ions are dissolved through mineralization, and a method of producing the same. More particularly, provided are carbon dioxide capture composite particles which capture carbon dioxide in seawater to form calcium carbonate particles, preferably aragonite type calcium carbonate, and a method of producing the same. In an exemplary embodiment, a method of producing carbon dioxide capture composite particles including: immersing polyamidoamine particles in seawater or an aqueous solution in which calcium ions are dissolved and maintaining the solution at room temperature under normal pressure to produce carbon dioxide capture composite particles in which aragonite type calcium carbonate particles are formed on a surface of the polyamidoamine particles is provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods of analyzing and/or purifying inorganic nanoparticles that may be functionalized with one or more dye group. Analyzing and/or purifying the inorganic nanoparticles includes utilizing liquid chromatography, such as, for example, high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). Methods of the present disclosure may be used to determine the location of one or more dye groups on and/or in the inorganic nanoparticles. The present disclosure also provides methods of making inorganic nanoparticles and compositions of inorganic nanoparticles.

Abstract: Systems and methods for the efficient regeneration of sorbents, such as those used for the direct capture and separation of carbon dioxide and/or water from the atmosphere are provided. Temperature responsive bimetallic alloy strips, gores, or sheets are utilized as heat-responsive fins embedded into and extending out of the adsorbent bed to guide heated gas flows to cooler regions of the adsorbent bed undergoing regeneration. The invention allows for more rapid and more even heating of adsorbent beds to effect more efficient desorption of one or more chemical moieties adsorbed thereon. In particular, the invention is useful for the desorption of carbon dioxide from adsorption beds utilized for direct air capture (DAC) of carbon dioxide as well as the desorption of water from adsorption beds utilized for atmospheric harvesting of water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to photocatalytic materials for use in the conversion of CO2 to non-CO2 carbon containing products. The photocatalytic materials comprise a metal nanofiber and a carbon-based nanostructure bound to the surface of the metal nanofiber. Methods for preparing such materials are described, as well as their use in the conversion of CO2 to non-CO2 carbon containing products. For example, the photocatalytic materials of the invention may be used to convert CO2 to methanol and/or ethanol with high conversion rates.

Abstract: A process for regenerating a deactivated catalyst, the process comprising contacting a deactivated aluminosilicate zeolite catalyst comprising a nitrogen-containing contaminant with an oxidant to provide a regenerated catalyst comprising less than 0.5% contaminant and a regeneration by-product stream comprising nitrogen.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a catalyst article, the method comprising: providing a complex of a polyphenol and a PGM, the PGM comprising rhodium and/or platinum, the polyphenol comprising an ester functional group; providing a support material; applying the complex to the support material to form a loaded support material; disposing the loaded support material on a substrate; and heating the loaded support material to form nanoparticles of the PGM on the support material.

Abstract: An improved hydrotreating catalyst and process for making a base oil product wherein the catalyst comprises a base extrudate that includes a high nanopore volume amorphous silica alumina (ASA) and an alumina. The catalyst and process generally involve the use of a high nanopore volume ASA/alumina based catalyst to produce hydrotreated dewaxed base oil products by contacting the catalyst with a hydrocarbon feedstock. The catalyst base extrudate advantageously comprises an amorphous silica alumina having a pore volume in the 11-20 nm pore diameter range of 0.2 to 0.9 cc/g and an alumina having, a pore volume in the 11-20 nm pore diameter range of 0.01 to 1.0 cc/g, with the base extrudate formed from the amorphous silica alumina and the alumina having a total pore volume in the 2-50 nm pore diameter range of 0.12 to 1.80 cc/g. The catalyst further comprises at least one modifier element from Groups 6 to 10 and Group 14 of the Periodic Table. The catalyst and process provide improved aromatics saturation.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide an exhaust gas purification catalyst composition and an exhaust gas purification catalyst, each of which utilizes a phosphorus capturing material that enables solving a problem of MAO, and in order to achieve the object, a complex oxide containing Mg, Ba, and Al, wherein the complex oxide has a spinel-type crystal structure, and wherein a molar ratio of a Mg content to an Al content in the complex oxide is 0.010 or more and 0.25 or less is used as a phosphorus capturing material.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide an exhaust gas purifying catalyst composition and an exhaust gas purifying catalyst, each of which has improved exhaust gas purification performance, and the present invention provides an exhaust gas purifying catalyst composition containing a Ce-based oxide particle, a Ce—Zr-based composite oxide particle, and a noble metal element, wherein the Ce-based oxide particle contains at least one type of additional element selected from Al, Mg, La, Pr, Y, and Nd, and wherein an amount of the at least one type of additional element in terms of oxide in the Ce-based oxide particle is 0.1% by mass or more and 20% by mass or less based on a mass of the Ce-based oxide particle.

Abstract: Catalysts and Methods for large-scale production of the catalysts are provided. An exemplary catalyst composition includes molybdenum, vanadium, tellurium, niobium, oxygen. In the catalyst composition, the molar ratio of molybdenum to vanadium is from 1:0.05 to 1:0.60, the molar ratio of molybdenum to tellurium is from 1:0.01 to 1:0.30, and the molar ratio of molybdenum to niobium is from 1:0.01 to 1:0.40. Oxygen is present at least in an amount to satisfy the valency of any present metal oxides, and composition includes less than 1.0 wt. % of sulfur.

Abstract: Provided herein are a method for producing a hydrocarbon adsorption catalyst includes dealuminated zeolite by heat-treating a zeolite in moisture-containing air at a first temperature to remove a portion of aluminum included in the zeolite, and supporting a metal on a carrier including the zeolite after the heat-treating and a hydrocarbon adsorption catalyst prepared using the same method. The metal-supported support may be additionally heat-treated in moisture-containing air at a second temperature that is higher than the first temperature.

Abstract: An alkali metal ion modified titanium silicalite zeolite TS-1 for gas phase epoxidation of propylene and hydrogen peroxide and a preparation method thereof. The method includes: 1: preparing an alkali metal hydroxide modification solution containing a small amount of TPA+ ions; 2: conducting a controlled hydrothermal treatment on a TS-1 zeolite matrix by using the alkali metal hydroxide solution containing a small amount of TPA+ ions; and 3: conducting post-treatment on the hydrothermally modified TS-1 zeolite. In the washing process, the modified TS-1 zeolite wet material is washed with a low concentration alkali metal hydroxide solution; and alkali metal ions are reserved on the silicon hydroxyl of the modified titanium silicalite zeolite. The prepared alkali metal ion modified titanium silicalite zeolite has significantly improved catalytic performance in the gas phase epoxidation of propylene and hydrogen peroxide.

Abstract: The invention relates to ylide-functionalized phosphane ligands, the production of same and use in transition metal compounds, as well as the use of same as catalysts in organic reactions.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a wall-flow filter which is used in particular in exhaust gas systems of vehicles driven by gasoline engines. The filter has three-way activity and filters fine particles, which result from the combustion of gasoline, from the exhaust gas stream. The invention also relates to a method for producing a corresponding filter and to the preferred use thereof.

Abstract: Photocatalysts and methods of making and using the same are disclosed. The photocatalyst includes a TIO2 ultra-nanoparticle having a single Fe, Co, Mn, Cr, or W atom positioned as an engineered defect within the particle and a single metal catalyst atom bound proximal to the single Fe, Co, Mn, Cr, or W atom. The method of making the photocatalyst includes generating a plurality of ultra-nano TIO2 particles, each having a single Fe, Co, Mn, Cr, or W atom positioned as an engineered defect within the particle. The method further includes photodepositing a single metal catalyst atom proximal to the single Fe, Co, Mn, Cr, or W atom for at least a portion of the ultra-nano TIO2 particles, thereby creating the disclosed photocatalyst. The single metal catalyst atom is in a positive oxidation state and can be Pt, Pd, Ir, Ru, Rh, Os, Re, Au, Ni, Zn, or Cu.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a photocatalyst nanomaterial comprising a solid substrate and a metal oxide/oxyhydroxide arranged on the solid substrate forming a coating having a thickness comprised between 1 nm and 1 micrometer and having an amorphous structure. The invention also relates to a nanometric coating which comprises the described photocatalyst material and metallic nanoparticles, as well as to the method for obtaining the catalyst material, to the use of the catalyst material as a photocatalyst in the ultrafast synthesis of metallic nanoparticles, and to the use of the nanometric coating in the manufacture of optical sensors, biocidal coatings and elimination of reactive oxygen species.

Abstract: The exhaust gas purification device includes a substrate, a first catalyst layer, and a second catalyst layer. The substrate includes an upstream end and a downstream end. The first catalyst layer contains first catalyst particles and lies on the substrate across a first region extending between the upstream end and a first position. The first position is at a first distance from the upstream end toward the downstream end. The second catalyst layer contains second catalyst particles and lies on the first catalyst layer across the first region. The second catalyst layer is provided with pores. Pore connectivity of the second catalyst layer is 5% to 35%. A mean value of areas of the pores of the second catalyst layer in a cross-sectional backscattered electron image of the second catalyst layer may be 0.7 ?m2 to 9.0 ?m2.

Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for producing cut metal bodies, comprising the providing of metal bodies, the subsequent applying of metal-containing powders, a thermal treatment for alloy formation and the splitting of the alloyed metal bodies using a process selected from the group: severing, machining with geometrically defined cutting edge and waterjet cutting. The temperature profile in the thermal treatment allows alloy formation to take place at the contact surface between metal body and metal-containing powder, but at the same time leaving unalloyed regions in the interior of the metal body. The present invention further relates to processes in which the splitting of the alloyed metal bodies is followed by a treatment with leaching agent so as to obtain catalytically active metal bodies. The use of the inventive splitting process for producing the cut metal bodies affords particularly active catalysts.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure provides a heterogeneous chemical catalyst comprising a substrate, a molecule attached to the substrate via a binding site, wherein the molecule comprises a catalytic active site, and a coating layer coating at least a portion of the binding site. Another embodiment of the present disclosure provides a method of preparing a heterogeneous chemical catalyst. This method comprises providing a substrate, attaching a molecule to the substrate via a binding site, wherein the molecule comprises a catalytic active site, and coating, with a coating layer, at least a portion of the binding site to form the heterogeneous chemical catalyst.

Abstract: A water heating appliance and a method of operating a water heating appliance having a controller and an input device are provided. The controller is configured to obtain location information for the location of the water heating appliance from a user input on the input device or from data transfer from the water heating appliance and determine the water hardness from the location information. The controller determines a descaling schedule for the water heating appliance from the water hardness.

Abstract: This disclosure provides an apparatus, including a first plate having a first transport surface and a second plate having a second transport surface. The second plate is positioned at an acute angle with respect to the first plate such that a first transport surface of the first plate faces the second transport surface of the second plate. The first transport surface and the second transport surface are hydrophobic. The apparatus also includes one or more liquid droplets positioned between and in contact with the first transport surface and the second transport surface. During evaporation, the liquid droplet will automatically move towards the cusp of the first plate and the second plate.

Abstract: An auxiliary test paper detection device includes a reagent cap and a test paper cassette. The reagent cap contains a detection reagent, a sealing member is arranged at an opening of the reagent cap. The sealing member can be opened or removed under action of external force. Test paper is arranged in the test paper cassette, a sample absorption section of the test paper is exposed, an observation window is formed in the test paper cassette. A result display area of the test paper corresponds to the observation window. A connecting structure for connecting the test paper cassette and the reagent cap is provided, and when the test paper cassette and the reagent cap are connected through the connecting structure, a closed space is formed in an inner cavity of the reagent cap. The sample absorption section of the test paper extends into the inner cavity of the reagent cap.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for the detection of changes within a fluid composition while it flows in a channel. Microfluidics devices can include a detector that may include a tunable offset mechanism. The detectors can work in conjunction with an energy source that passes energy through the flow channel and into the detectors.

Abstract: Systems and methods in accordance with various embodiments of the invention are capable of rapid analysis and classification of cellular samples based on cytomorphological properties. In several embodiments, cells suspended in a fluid medium are passed through a microfluidic channel, where they are focused to a single stream line and imaged continuously. In a number of embodiments, the microfluidic channel establishes flow that enables individual cells to each be imaged at multiple angles in a short amount of time. A pattern recognition system can analyze the data captured from high-speed images of cells flowing through this system and classify target cells. In this way, the automated platform creates new possibilities for a wide range of research and clinical applications such as (but not limited to) point of care services.

Abstract: Devices for isolating, collecting and/or transferring target molecules to an assay area, comprising an enclosure having a top section adapted to receive a sample, a central hollow body section or other area or cavity suitable for receiving a magnet or magnetic field(s) or force(s), at least one aqueous phase or layer and at least one oil/wax or gaseous phase or layer stabilized in proximity to one another within the enclosure with a target-permeable structural material associated with the aqueous phase/layer or the gaseous or oil/wax phase/layer or both, and a lower section containing or adapted to contain one or more reagents for carrying out an assay.

Abstract: A thermal manifold structured and configured to maintain a temperature profile required to perform a reverse transcription reaction within a flow channel having a liquid contained therein. In some embodiments, the reverse transcription reaction may occur while the liquid is in a laminar flow regime within the flow channel. The thermal manifold may include an integral flow channel, or a flow channel with a Teflon tube contained therein. Additionally, the placement of the thermal manifold may vary within a continuous-flow emulsion droplet reactor system.

Abstract: A storage device for storing one or more pipettor consumables contains a storage plate having an upper side and a lower side, and, on the upper side, a number of accommodation seats arranged in an array. Each accommodation seat is configured to receive a pipettor consumable in an upside-down orientation. The storage device has one or more positioning elements for positioning the storage device in relation to a carrier, and/or one or more stacking elements for stacking the storage device with another storage device.

Abstract: The object of the invention is an apparatus and a method for grinding lumpy material. The solution according to the invention comprises a grinding plate (2) rotating on the horizontal plane around a vertical axis of rotation, onto the top surface of which the material (3) to be ground can be fed, and on the top surface (8) of which grinding plate is a plurality of grinding discs (4a), which rotate by the effect of the rotating motion of the grinding plate (2) and compress the material to be ground against the grinding plate (2). The apparatus comprises a revolver mechanism for changing the angle of the plane of rotation (RP) of the grinding discs (4a) with respect to a line in the direction of the radius of the grinding plate (2).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polishing tank (100) with a metal sleeve (110) and a removable insert modular system (120) configured to be inserted into said sleeve and to be removed from said sleeve.

Abstract: The invention relates to a reliable cutting set system for a meat mincing machine. The mutually matched coding (14, 24) between knife pins (10) and the cutting set element (20) prevents an incorrect installation of the cutting set element (20) after a cleaning process or during the initial assembly, thereby increasing the operational safety. The invention allows a detection of the correct cutting set element (20) of a cutting set system and thus an unambiguous allocation of the cutting set element to a knife pin (10) of a cutting set system.

Abstract: A safety system prevents cutting machine operators from being accidentally carried through the infeed chute into the machine's cutting mechanism. An operator wears a safety device on his wrist and/or ankle and a sensor array mounts on opposing sides of the cutting machine's infeed chute. The sensor array elements are wound in opposite directions and connect in series opposing. The magnetic field of the safety device induces a current in the sensor array as it moves in the proximity of the sensor array. The safety system generates a signal which is proportional to the sum of the induced currents. When the signal exceeds a threshold, the safety system shuts off power to the feed mechanism and/or the cutting blades of the cutting machine, preventing injury to the operator.

Abstract: The present technology relates to improved device and methods of use of insulator-based dielectrophoresis. This device provides a multi-length scale element that provides enhanced resolution and separation. The device provides improved particle streamlines, trapping efficiency, and induces laterally similar environments. Also provided are methods of using the device.

Abstract: Disclosed is an application of a class of selenium-containing organic compounds in copper sulfide flotation collectors, including organic compound with selenium atoms as functional groups and containing single selenium atom or multiple selenium atoms, where the organic compound with selenium atoms as functional groups and containing single selenium atom or multiple selenium atoms includes but not limited to selenophene, phenylselenol and diselenide as copper collectors; and a class of organic compound containing selenium atoms combined with nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus, sulfur and carbon, where the class of organic compound containing selenium atoms combined with nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus, sulfur and carbon includes but not limited to selenomethyl ester, carbonyl selenomethyl ester, oxycarbonyl selenomethyl ester, selenourea, selenium nitrogen, selenoxanthonic acid, selenoxanthate, selenophosphoric acid, selenium phosphate ester, triphenylphosphine selenide, all kinds of benzoselenediazole molecules as cop

Abstract: A process for recovering a first mineral comprising the steps of: (a) providing a pulp comprising solids and water, wherein the solids comprise the first mineral; (b) adding a first depressant to the pulp; (c) subjecting the pulp to a froth flotation process to produce a froth comprising the first mineral; and (d) recovering the froth; characterized in that the first mineral is a sulfide mineral, and the first depressant consists of one or more dithiocarbamic acids or salts thereof of formula (I). A composition comprising the first depressant, and further comprising one, two or three of a collector, a second depressant and a mineral. The use of a dithiocarbamic acid or salt thereof of formula (I). The dithiocarbamic acid or salt thereof of formula (I) which is 3-ammo-1,2-propanediol dithiocarbamic acid or a salt thereof, 2-amino-2-methyl-1,3,-propanediol dithiocarbamic acid or a salt thereof, or N-phenylethylenediamine dithiocarbamic acid or a salt thereof.

Abstract: A centrifugal separator for cleaning gas containing contaminants includes a stationary casing module including a surrounding side wall enclosing a separation space through which a gas flow is permitted, a gas outlet for cleaned gas, and at least one drainage opening for draining separated liquid contaminants from a lower portion of the stationary casing module; a rotating module including a plurality of separation members arranged in said separation space and being arranged to rotate around an axis of rotation; a drive member arranged for rotating the rotating module around the axis of rotation; and an inlet module arranged axially above the stationary casing module, including an inlet pipe for supply of the gas to be cleaned to the inlet module. The inlet module is in fluid contact with the separation space and a liquid outlet module arranged axially below the stationary casing module and configured to permit discharge of liquid contaminants drained from the stationary casing module.

Abstract: Centrifuge systems including free-flying centrifuges for mass separations in high gravity, microgravity, or zero gravity environments are described. A centrifuge system includes a body and a rotary member. The body includes a first vertical thruster selectively operable to move the body in a first direction parallel to the central axis, and one or more position sensors configured to determine a position of the body within an open space. The rotary member is configured to receive one or more material samples. The rotary member or body includes a first horizontal thruster selectively operable to move the body in a first direction perpendicular to the central axis, and the rotary member includes a rotational thruster selectively operable to rotate the rotary member about the central axis.

Abstract: An apparatus for separating cell suspension material into centrate and concentrate, includes a single use structure (178, 240, 250) releasably positioned in a cavity in a solid wall rotatable centrifuge bowl (172). The bowl and portions of single use structure rotate about an axis (174). A stationary inlet feed tube (184), a centrate discharge tube (212) and a concentrate discharge tube (230) extend along the axis of the rotating single use structure. A centrate centripetal pump (208) is in fluid connection with the centrate discharge tube. A concentrate centripetal pump (216) is in fluid connection with the concentrate discharge tube. A controller (274) operates responsive to sensors (264, 270) in respective centrate and concentrate discharge lines (262, 268), to control flow rates of a concentrate pump (272) and a centrate pump (266) to produce output flows of cell concentrate and generally cell free centrate.

Abstract: Apparatus, system, and method for separating gas from a composite fluid. The apparatus includes a main body defining a flow path formed from a separations chamber at an upstream end of the flow path and a head space chamber at the downstream end of the flow path. The main body includes a first set of apertures disposed about the separations chamber and a second set of apertures disposed about the head space chamber. An agitator is housed within the main body at an upstream end of the separations chamber and is configured to generate a vortex that conveys the composite fluid through the flow path. The vortex expels a liquid fraction and a solids fraction of the composite fluid from the first set of apertures, and the vortex conveys a gaseous fraction of the composite fluid into the head space chamber for extraction from the second set of apertures.