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An overview of catalytic conversion of coal-derived synthesis gas

Conference · · Energy Technol. (Wash., D.C.); (United States)
OSTI ID:5470246

Several coal gasification and catalytic technology processes are reviewed in this paper. The TVA coal-to-ammonia plant at Muscle Shoals, Alabama is highlighted. The Eastman Kodak acetic anhydride and methanol facility at Kingsport, Kentucky is described. SASOL I to III coal gasification plants in South Africa are discussed. Fischer-Tropsch synthesis problems experienced at SASOL are overcome by utilization of a zeolite catalyst in Mobil's MTG process. The Great Plains Gasification project in Beulah, North Dakota is studied. The GRI research for direct methanation in a Lurgi-based plant is shown. All of these plants employ proprietary catalytic processes, and give promise to future development in catalyst technology.

Research Organization:
Gas Research Inst., Chicago, Illinois
OSTI ID:
5470246
Report Number(s):
CONF-830213-
Journal Information:
Energy Technol. (Wash., D.C.); (United States), Journal Name: Energy Technol. (Wash., D.C.); (United States) Vol. 10; ISSN ENTED
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English