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Cobalt-ruthenium catalysts for Fischer-Tropsch synthesis and process for their preparation

US4738948A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 1986
Grant dateApr 19, 1988
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2006

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P20/584
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A hydrogen regenerable hydrocarbon synthesis catalyst useful for preparing higher hydrocarbons from synthesis gas is prepared by depositing cobalt and ruthenium on a refractory carrier and oxidizing and reducing the catalytic metals to form a catalyst in which the cobalt and ruthenium are in intimate contact.

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