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Hydrogen purification process that uses a combination of membrane separation units

US7947117B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 18, 2008
Grant dateMay 24, 2011
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Expiry dateJun 11, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC01B2203/148
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention describes a new hydrogen purification process that employs a combination of at least three membrane separation units. This process allows non-stationary operations and is particularly suitable for the production of hydrogen for the purpose of its use in a fuel cell.

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