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Method and apparatus for distilling shale

Patent ·
OSTI ID:7089591
An oil shale distilling apparatus incorporating a gas-producer is described. A feed-hopper is provided having a plurality of retort pipes each of relatively small cross-sectional area hanging from it into the producer, reciprocating the feed in the retort pipes. A gas outlet from the producer chamber and a vapor-line connected to the upper portions of the retort pipes are provided.
Assignee:
TIC; EDB-78-000996
Patent Number(s):
US 1774391
OSTI ID:
7089591
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English