Modification of biomass for efficient conversion to fuels
US8500910B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E50/10
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A process is disclosed for preparing biomass particles for thermolytic or enzymatic conversion whereby the biomass particles baying a moisture content of at least 20% are subjected to flash heating. The flash heating may be preceded by one or more adsorption/desorption cycles with water or steam. A swelling aid may be added during the adsorption part of an adsorption/desorption cycle.
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