Catalytic autothermal reforming increases fuel cell flexibility

Journal Article · Tue Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1981 · Energy Prog.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6408765

Flytzani-Stephanopoulos, M; Voecks, G E

To give a better understanding of autothermal reforming (ATR), a process which offers an advantageous alternative to steam reforming for H/sub 2/ production for fuel cells because of the wider range of fuels which can be converted, the conversion of individual fuel components was studied. Attempts have been made to characterize the chemical reactions of light and heavy paraffins and aromatics in ATR. Results of studies to determine the effects of operating parameters on the carbon-forming tendency of each hydrocarbon type are reported. The catalyst used for the ATR process was three-layers of supported nickel catalysts, Norton NC-100 spheres in the top zone, cylindrical G-56B tablets in the bottom one, and either ICI 46-I or ICI 46-4 Raschig rings in the middle zone. A summary of the experimental studies of the ATR of n-hexane, n-tetradecane, benzene, and benzene solutions of naphthalene is presented. (BLM)

• Research Organization: Jet Propulsion Lab., Pasadena, CA
• OSTI ID: 6408765
• Journal Information: Energy Prog.; (United States), Journal Name: Energy Prog.; (United States) Vol. 1:1-4; ISSN ENPGD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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BENZENE
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CHEMICAL REACTIONS
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GAS GENERATORS
HEXANE
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NAPHTHALENE
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