Selectively controllable modular auto-thermal reformer and method for same
US6767376B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 10, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC01B2203/82
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An auto-thermal reformer assembly is provided having a plurality of self-contained reformer modules positioned within a pressure vessel. The reformer modules each contain catalyst for inducing reforming reactions to produce hydrogen rich gas. At least one heat exhanger is provided for transferring heat from the hydrogen rich gas to the reactants entering or inside of the pressure vessel.
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