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Low power density microwave discharge plasma excitation energy induced chemical reactions

US5015349A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 21, 1989
Grant dateMay 14, 1991
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Expiry dateDec 21, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S585/953
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed is a method for cracking a hydrocarbon material. The method includes introducing a stream including a hydrocarbon fluid into a reaction zone. A microwave discharge plasma is continuously maintained within the reaction zone, and in the presence of the hydrocarbon fluid. Reaction products of the microwave discharge are collected downstream of the reaction zone.

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