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Systems and methods for processing ammonia

US11866328B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 14, 2022
Grant dateJan 9, 2024
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Expiry dateDec 14, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC01B2203/1619
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for ammonia decomposition is disclosed. The method may comprise providing a catalyst comprising an alumina support and a layer adjacent to the support. The layer comprises a perovskite phase comprising aluminum, cerium, and lanthanum, an oxide of at least one of an alkali metal and a rare earth metal, and an active metal. The method may comprise bringing the catalyst in contact with ammonia at a temperature of from about 400° C. to 700° C. to generate a reformate stream comprising hydrogen and nitrogen at an ammonia conversion efficiency of at least about 70%. The method may further comprise directing the hydrogen to a fuel cell to generate electricity. The method may further comprise generating heat for a reformer comprising the catalyst by combustion of gases or by electricity generated from hydrogen.

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