Applications of nuclear process heat

Schulten, R.; Kugeler, Kurt; Fröhling, W.

doi:10.1016/0149-1970(84)90023-4

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“…Most of the research in solar reforming has focused on the concept of a closed loop for storage and transport of solar energy. The concept originated at Kemforschungsanlage (KFA) Juelich in Germany with high temperature energy being supplied by a nuclear reactor [6]. Methane is steam-reformed in a convectively heated tubular reformer using conventional nickel catalyst.…”

Section: General Research and Development In Solar Reformingmentioning

confidence: 99%

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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Section: General Research and Development In Solar Reformingmentioning

confidence: 99%