A direct absorber reactor/receiver for solar thermal applications

Hogan, Robert; Skocypec, R.D.; Diver, Richard B.; Fish, J.D.; Garrait, M.; Richardson, James T.

doi:10.1016/0009-2509(90)80167-d

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“…Several types of directly-irradiated solar thermal reformers have been developed and demonstrated in solar tests. [114][115][116][117][118][119][120][121][122][123][124][125][126][127][128][129][130][131][132][133] 4.1.1. Indirect MSTR: sodium heat pipe reformer.…”

Section: Reactor Engineering Aspects Of Solar Thermal Reforming Of Me...mentioning

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“…More advanced solutions are based on volumetric receiver-reformers (also called direct catalytic absorption receiver reactors). [115][116][117][118][119][120][121][122][123][124][125][126][128][129][130][131][132] In a volumetric receiver-reformer, concentrated solar radiation illuminates directly (through a transparent window) the catalyst bed, a ceramic monolith (honeycomb, ceramic or metallic foam) coated with a catalyst. Ceramic and metallic foams that provide high gas permeability and, at the same time, effective and uniform absorption of solar radiation are preferable over honeycomb monoliths.…”

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Solar thermal catalytic reforming of natural gas: a review on chemistry, catalysis and system design

Simakov

Wright

Ahmed

et al. 2015

Catal. Sci. Technol.

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Solar thermal catalytic reforming of natural gas: a review on chemistry, catalysis and system design

Simakov

Wright

Ahmed

et al. 2015

Catal. Sci. Technol.

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“…The steam reforming of hydrocarbons is represented by

When CO 2 is used in lieu of steam, the process is called dry reforming:

Both solar steam and dry reforming have been studied extensively in solar furnaces with small‐scale solar reactor prototypes using Rh‐based catalysts and Fe‐based catalysts, and without added catalysts . The solar‐reforming process has been scaled‐up to a power level of 400 kW and tested at 1100 K and 8–10 bar using two concepts: an indirect irradiation tubular reactor and a directly irradiated volumetric reactor,, featuring highly porous, refractory ceramic foams.…”

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Integrated solar thermochemical cycles for energy storage and fuel production

Petrasch

Klausner²

2012

WIREs Energy & Environment

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Integrated solar thermochemical cycles comprise a range of promising novel process technologies that use concentrated solar energy to drive endothermic chemical reactions at elevated temperatures. The most promising application is the production of carbon-neutral fuels, particularly via single or multistep water and CO 2 splitting or via the solar thermochemical upgrading of carbonaceous fuels such as biomass, waste, or oil residues. Furthermore, intermediate storage of solar energy in reversible reactions, the so-called solar thermochemical heat pipes, shows great promise to replace latent heat storage for concentrating solar power generation. Potential niche applications are material processing and material testing. Widespread deployment of solar thermochemical cycles hinges on the development of several key technologies: (i) reaction systems and catalysts able to endure tens of thousands of conversion cycles without significant degradation, (ii) reactors and heat recuperation systems that fully exploit the theoretical potential of solar thermochemical cycles, (iii) industrial-scale reactor technologies, and (iv) process control technologies that address the inherently transient nature of solar power. C 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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“…Experiments in oxidative and pyrolysis environments, on the other hand, have shown a multitude of PICs, including multi-ring structures. Further, kinetic and thermodynamic calculations[23][24][25][26] have shown that byproduct formation in a solar-d"iven DCAR reactor should be minimal (below regulatory concern). Also, engineering scale experiments have demonstrated TCE destruction with high efficiency at rates (during short-duration experiments) of over 20 kg/hr.…”

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Applications of solar reforming technology

Spiewak

Tyner

Langnickel

1993

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Research in recent years has demonstrated the efficient use of solar thermal energy for driving endothermic chemical reforming reactions in which hydrocarbons are reacted to form synthesis gas (syngas). Closed-loop reforming/methanation systems can be used for storage and transport of process heat and for short-term storage for peaking power generation. Open-loop systems can be used for direct fuel production; for production of syngas feedstock for further processing to specialty chemicals and plastics and bulk ammonia, hydrogen, and liquid fuels; and directly for industrial processes such as iron ore reduction. In addition, reforming of organic chemical wastes and hazardous materials can be accomplished using the high-efficiency destruction capabilities of steam reforming. To help identify the most promising areas for future development of this technology, we discuss in this paper the economics and market potential of these applications.

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A direct absorber reactor/receiver for solar thermal applications

Cited by 25 publications

References 6 publications

Solar thermal catalytic reforming of natural gas: a review on chemistry, catalysis and system design

Solar thermal catalytic reforming of natural gas: a review on chemistry, catalysis and system design

Integrated solar thermochemical cycles for energy storage and fuel production

Applications of solar reforming technology

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