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Microwave assisted desulfurization of nitrogen oxide storage reduction catalysts

US7829492B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 30, 2006
Grant dateNov 9, 2010
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Expiry dateNov 1, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/12
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process for removing sulfur and sulfur compounds from a catalyst includes the following steps: exposing the catalyst to a reducing atmosphere and exposing the catalyst to microwave energy. Desorption of the sulfur and sulfur compounds from the catalyst occurs at a temperature less than 600 degrees centigrade.

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