Author: Leslie Bromberg Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 30
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Improvements in internal combustion engine and aftertreatment technologies are needed to meet future environmental quality goals. Systems using recently developed compact plasmatron fuel converters in conjunction with state-of-the-art engines and aftertreatment catalysts could provide new opportunities for obtaining substantial emissions reductions. Plasmatron fuel converters provide a rapid response, compact means to transform a wide range of hydrocarbon fuels (including gasoline, natural gas and diesel fuel) into hydrogen rich gas. Hydrogen rich gas can be used as an additive
Author: Leslie Bromberg Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 18
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Diesel plasmatron reformer technology can provide substantial throughputs without the need of using a catalyst The use of the special plasma facilitates robust non-catalytic conversion of diesel fuel into hydrogen rich gas with hydrogen yields that could be sufficient for NOx trap regeneration applications. Higher yields can be obtained with the use of a catalyst. Plasmatron reformers could also be used for manufacturing of ethene, which could be useful as a selective reducing agent. In addition, plasmatron reformer technology can be used for converting a range of biofuels into hydrogen rich gas. These fuels include various oils. This capability may improve the prospects for use of renewable fuels in a variety of vehicular applications. This paper discussed the status of plasmatron diesel fuel reformers and possible applications to diesel engine exhaust aftertreatment. Keywords: reforms; hydrogen; emissions; diesel; biofuels.
Author: Ram B. Gupta Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 1420045776 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 626
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From Methane to Hydrogen-Making the Switch to a Cleaner Fuel Source The world's overdependence on fossil fuels has created environmental problems, such as air pollution and global warming, as well as political and economic unrest. With water as its only by-product and its availability in all parts of the world, hydrogen promises to be the next grea
Author: Velu Subramani Publisher: Woodhead Publishing ISBN: 1782423834 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 551
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Compendium of Hydrogen Energy: Hydrogen Production and Purification, the first text in a four-volume series, focuses on the production of hydrogen. As many experts believe that the hydrogen economy will eventually replace the fossil fuel economy as our primary source of energy, the text provides a timely discussion on this interesting topic. The text details the methods of hydrogen production using fossil fuels, also exploring sustainable extraction methods of hydrogen production from water and hydrogen purification processes. Provides a comprehensive understanding of the current methods used in the production of hydrogen Discusses the hydrogen economy and its potential to replace fossil fuels as our primary source of energy Details the methods of hydrogen production using fossil fuels, also exploring sustainable extraction methods of hydrogen production from water and hydrogen purification processes
Author: Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages :
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A novel apparatus and method is disclosed for a plasmatron fuel converter (""plasmatron"") that efficiently uses electrical energy to produce hydrogen rich gas. The volume and shape of the plasma discharge is controlled by a fluid flow established in a plasma discharge volume. A plasmatron according to this invention produces a substantially large effective plasma discharge volume allowing for substantially greater volumetric efficiency in the initiation of chemical reactions within a volume of bulk fluid reactant flowing through the plasmatron.
Author: Leslie Bromberg Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 16
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(cont.) Both noncatalytic and catalytic (with a catalyst downstream from a homogeneous reforming zone) have been studied. Onboard conversion of biofuels into hydrogen rich gas opens up a range of opportunities for reducing petroleum consumption. The plasmatron response has been determined using real time gas analysis techniques. For cold start, the response of a plasmatron fuel reformer using homogeneous reforming was faster than that from a plasmatron fuel reformer that included a catalyst. In addition, hydrogen production during warm start has also been studied. This mode of operation could be particularly relevant to some aftertreatment applications, where the hydrogen rich gas needs to be produced in short, frequent pulses. Concepts have been developed for optimal regeneration of Diesel Particulate Filters, using hydrogen rich gas. The goal is the simplification of the aftertreatment system, increasing reliability, fuel penalty minimization, and minimization of fuel reformer system requirements.
Author: Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages :
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Emission abatement system. The system includes a source of emissions and a catalyst for receiving the emissions. Suitable catalysts are absorber catalysts and selective catalytic reduction catalysts. A plasma fuel converter generates a reducing gas from a fuel source and is connected to deliver the reducing gas into contact with the absorber catalyst for regenerating the catalyst. A preferred reducing gas is a hydrogen rich gas and a preferred plasma fuel converter is a plasmatron. It is also preferred that the absorber catalyst be adapted for absorbing NO.sub.x.
Author: Sharon Marra Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0470291753 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 192
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This volume focuses on recent developments and advances of ceramics and ceramic matrix composites for use in fission and fusion reactors, nuclear fuels and alternative energy applications. With the continued increasing demands for energy, nuclear energy has experienced a renewed interest. Recent developments associated with advanced fuel cycles have resulted in new research efforts on nuclear fuel materials. The effects of radiation on the properties of ceramics and ceramic matrix composites are also addressed.
Author: Huan Pang Publisher: Springer Nature ISBN: 9811373728 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 224
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This book provides a comprehensive review of functional nanomaterials for electrochemical applications, presenting interesting examples of nanomaterials with different dimensions and their applications in electrochemical energy storage. It also discusses the synthesis of functional nanomaterials, including quantum dots; one-dimensional, two-dimensional and three-dimensional nanostructures; and advanced nanocomposites. Highlighting recent advances in current electrochemical energy storage hotpots: lithium batteries, lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries, other metal-ion batteries, halogen ion batteries, and metal–gas batteries, this book will appeal to readers in the various fields of chemistry, material science and engineering.
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