Compact reformer and water gas shift reactor for producing varying amounts of hydrogen
US7488359B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 10, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC01B2203/169
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Apparatus and processes are provided for the generation of hydrogen which employ a reformer and water gas shift reactor. The apparatus and processes respond quickly to changes in hydrogen generation. The reformate in a region between the reformer and prior to exiting the water gas shift reactor is cooled by indirect heat exchange with water whereby substantially all the water is vaporized to steam, the steam is separated from liquid water and then introduced into the reformate.
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