Novel concept for converting waste carbon monoxide into methane

Journal Article · Wed Dec 01 00:00:00 EST 1982 · Energy Prog.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6373983

Frost, A C; Elek, L F; Yang, C L; Rabo, J A

A novel concept was evaluated for the direct concentration and conversion of dilute, oxygen-free carbon monoxide to SNG-grade methane at a cost initially believed to be competitive with natural gas. It was dubbed COthane - a contraction of the feed CO and the product methane. It is a two-step, two-reactor process. The process was described completely. It was proved that the concept was technically feasible, but not economically viable at this time. 4 figures, 2 tables. (DP)

• Research Organization: Union Carbide Corp., Tarrytown, NY
• OSTI ID: 6373983
• Journal Information: Energy Prog.; (United States), Vol. 2:4
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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