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Ammonia-based hydrogen generation apparatus and method for using same

US7867300B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 18, 2005
Grant dateJan 11, 2011
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Expiry dateJan 3, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P20/10
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present disclosure provides teachings relating to ammonia-based hydrogen generation apparatus and associated methods of use. Exemplary methods and apparatus comprise a thermocatalytic hydrogen generation reactor which includes a reaction chamber containing a catalyst-coated substrate, and a combustion chamber containing a catalyst-coated substrate. Exemplary catalyst-coated substrates include, but are not limited to, metal foam, monolith, mesh, ceramic foam or ceramic monolith.

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