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Title: Direct conversion of light hydrocarbon gases to liquid fuel

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/5128223· OSTI ID:5128223

The objective of this program is to investigate the direct conversion of light gaseous hydrocarbons, such as those produced during Fischer-Tropsch synthesis or as a product of gasification, to liquid transportation fuels via a partial oxidation process. The process will be tested in an existing pilot plant to obtain credible mass balances. Specific objectives to be met include determination of optimal process conditions, investigation of various processing options (e.g. feed injection, product quench, and recycle systems), and evaluation of an enhanced yield thermal/catalytic system. Economic evaluation of the various options will be performed as experimental data become available.

Research Organization:
Amoco Oil Co., Naperville, IL (United States). Research and Development Dept.
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE; USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
AC22-89PC89866
OSTI ID:
5128223
Report Number(s):
DOE/PC/89866-T4; ON: DE92015591
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English