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Fluidized-bed combustion fuel

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6354108

This patent describes a process for producing from a solid carbonaceous refuse a high ash fuel for use in a circulating fluidized-bed combustion chamber. It comprises separating from the refuse a carbonaceous portion having an ash content in a selected range percent by weight; separating the carbonaceous portion into first and second fractions, the first fraction being at or above a selected size; crushing the first fraction; and combining the crushed first fraction with the second fraction. Also described is a process wherein the selected ash content range is between about 30 percent and about 50 percent, by weight. Also described is a process wherein the selected size is above about 1/4 inch.

Assignee:
NOV; NOV-90-042023; EDB-90-176189
Patent Number(s):
US 7961756; A
Application Number:
PPN: US s 7-278676
OSTI ID:
6354108
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English