Silicon carbide-supported catalysts for partial oxidation of natural gas to synthesis gas
US7008560B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 10, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P20/52
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for converting light hydrocarbons (e.g. methane or natural gas) to synthesis gas employs a silicon carbide-supported catalyst that catalyzes a net partial oxidation reaction. Certain preferred catalysts include a catalytically active metal disposed on a silicon carbide support.
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