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Oil shale: present technology and the IGT/A. G. A. process. [Review of status of various processes; emphasis on hydrogasification process]

Conference ·
OSTI ID:7335339
The current status of oil-shale conversion process is summarized. Above-ground processes discussed are: Tosco-II Paraho (1) and (2), Union Oil, (Rock Pump, SGR, and No. 3), Superior Oil, Gas Combustion, Hydrogasification, Petrosix, Lurgi-Ruhrgas, Galoter, and Kiviter. In-situ processes are: Oxy Modified In-Situ (Garrett), Rubble In-Situ Extraction (RISE), LERC, and Dow. Emphasis is placed on the Hydrogasification Process. It is pointed out that prehydrogenation of oil shale entering during the heat--up period prior to retorting leads to significantly improved conversion of kerogen to both liquids and gaseous products. It also minimizes the formation of coke within the shale itself. (JGB)
Research Organization:
Institute of Gas Technology, Chicago, IL (USA)
OSTI ID:
7335339
Report Number(s):
CONF-761064-3
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English