Patent ID: 6131537
Filing Date: 2000-10-17
Classification: F23M

Abstract:
A fluid-cooled baffle comprising:a first pipe having a fluid entry port at a first end and a fluid exit port at a second end;a plate disposed within said first pipe to block the flow of fluid through said first pipe;a first core buster segment disposed within said first pipe between said fluid entry port and a first side of said plate, whereby a substantially annular first region is formed between the inner surface of said first pipe and the outer surface of said first core buster segment;a second core buster segment disposed within said first pipe between said fluid exit port and a second side of said plate, whereby a substantially annular second region is formed between the inner surface pipe and the outer surface of said second core buster segment; anda duct having a first end connected to a first opening in said first pipe between said fluid entry port and said first side of said plate and a second end connected to a second opening in said first pipe between said second side of said plate and said fluid exit port;whereby a continuous flow path for fluid is provided from said fluid entry port, through said first region, said second pipe, and said second region to said fluid exit port.