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Simultaneous removal of nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides from combustion gases

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OSTI ID:7217180
A process is described for the simultaneous removal of sulfur oxides and nitrogen oxides fom power plant stack gases comprising contacting the stack gases with a supported iron oxide catalyst/absorbent in the presence of sufficient reducing agent selected from the group consisting of carbon monoxide, hydrogen, and mixtures thereof, to provide a net reducing atmosphere in the SO/sub x//NO/sub x/ removal zone. The sulfur oxides are removed by absorption substantially as iron sulfide, and nitrogen oxides are removed by catalytic reduction to nitrogen and ammonia. The spent iron oxide catalyst/absorbent is regenerated by oxidation and is recycled to the contacting zone. Sulfur dioxide is also produced during regeneration and can be utilized in the production of sulfuric acid and/or sulfur.
Assignee:
Energy Research and Development Administration
Patent Number(s):
US 3987146
OSTI ID:
7217180
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English