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Method and apparatus for pyrolysis of a biomass

US8057641B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 19, 2010
Grant dateNov 15, 2011
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Expiry dateJul 19, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P30/20
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and apparatus for effective pyrolysis of a biomass utilizing rapid heat transfer from a solid heat carrier or catalyst. Particularly, various embodiments of the present invention provide methods and apparatuses which incorporate progressive temperature quenching and rapid disengagement of the heat carrier material and reaction product.

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