Catalyst structure for use in a partial combustion process
US5511972A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 11, 1995 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01J37/0225
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention is both a partial combustion process in which the fuel is partially combusted using specific catalysts and catalytic structures and also a catalyst structure for use in the process. The choice of catalysts and supports solves problems in the art dealing with the stability of the overall catalyst structure and ease of catalyst operation. The catalyst structure is stable due to its comparatively low operating temperature, has a low temperature at which catalytic combustion begins, and yet is not susceptible to temperature "runaway". The combustion gas produced by the catalytic process typically is below the autocombustive temperature for the gas mixture; the gas may be used at that temperature, or fed to other combustion stages for ultimate use in a gas turbine, furnace, boiler, or the like.
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