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Use of a biphasic turbine in a process for recovering energy in gasification and natural gas applications

US7935178B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 26, 2008
Grant dateMay 3, 2011
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Expiry dateAug 16, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02C20/40
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides a process and system for regenerating a solvent used to remove carbon dioxide from feed gases, such as natural gas and synthesis gas. The process and system employ a biphasic turbine to recover energy following pressure let down.

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