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Process for regenerating a spent sorbent

US8173566B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 23, 2004
Grant dateMay 8, 2012
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Expiry dateOct 26, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J20/3475
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and apparatus is provided for regenerating a sorbent that has been poisoned by components derived from flue gas. The sorbent is treated with an agent to remove the poisoning components and introduce a promoting agent into the sorbent. The method and apparatus can also be used to enhance the effectiveness of a new sorbent.

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