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Identifying Favorable Catalyst Design Features in Methane Steam Reforming using Computational Fluid Dynamics
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open in viewerThis project evaluated the performance of 9 cylindrical catalysts in a packed-bed reactor used for hydrogen production by steam methane reforming. Four, five, and six-holed geometries with various features were studied. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) was utilized for the analysis. It was concluded that the 5BHPD geometry, which consisted of 5 holes and 5 grooves as well as domed ends, was the most effective catalyst due to its low pressure drop, high reaction rates, and excellent heat transfer properties.
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- E-project-042413-172733
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- 2013
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- 2013-04-24
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