Robert Wegeng
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View article: Reactor assemblies and methods of performing reactions
Reactor assemblies and methods of performing reactions Open
Reactors are provided that can include a first set of fluid channels and a second set of fluid channels oriented in thermal contact with the first set of fluid channels where the channels of either one or both of the first of the set of fl…
View article: Method and apparatus for thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption
Method and apparatus for thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption Open
The present invention provides compact adsorption systems that are capable of rapid temperature swings and rapid cycling. Novel methods of thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption are also described. In som…
View article: Enhanced microchannel or mesochannel devices and methods of additively manufacturing the same
Enhanced microchannel or mesochannel devices and methods of additively manufacturing the same Open
Chemical processors are configured to reduce mass, work in conjunction with solar concentrators, and/or house porous inserts in microchannel or mesochannel devices made by additive manufacturing. Methods of making chemical processors conta…
View article: Apparatus for thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption
Apparatus for thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption Open
The present invention provides compact adsorption systems that are capable of rapid temperature swings and rapid cycling. Novel methods of thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption are also described. In som…
View article: Method for thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption
Method for thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption Open
The present invention provides compact adsorption systems that are capable of rapid temperature swings and rapid cycling. Novel methods of thermal swing adsorption and thermally-enhanced pressure swing adsorption are also described. In som…
View article: Solar thermochemical processing system and method
Solar thermochemical processing system and method Open
A solar thermochemical processing system is disclosed. The system includes a first unit operation for receiving concentrated solar energy. Heat from the solar energy is used to drive the first unit operation. The first unit operation also …
View article: Manufacturing Supply Chain Development for Modular Solar-Thermochemical Conversion Platform - CRADA 387 (Final Report)
Manufacturing Supply Chain Development for Modular Solar-Thermochemical Conversion Platform - CRADA 387 (Final Report) Open
Modular chemical process intensification (MCPI) is an emerging field where chemical processing is performed using small-scale modular equipment instead of conventional large centralized chemical plants. Conventional chemical plants benefit…
View article: Methane and Ethane Steam Reforming over MgAl2O4-Supported Rh and Ir Catalysts: Catalytic Implications for Natural Gas Reforming Application
Methane and Ethane Steam Reforming over MgAl2O4-Supported Rh and Ir Catalysts: Catalytic Implications for Natural Gas Reforming Application Open
Solar concentrators employed in conjunction with highly efficient micro- and meso-channel reactors offer the potential for cost-effective upgrading of the energy content of natural gas, providing a near-term path towards a future solar-fue…
View article: Integrated Solar Thermochemical Reaction System (Final Report)
Integrated Solar Thermochemical Reaction System (Final Report) Open
This report describes progress accomplished in a three-phase project that has advanced the concept for a Solar Thermochemical Advanced Reactor System (STARS) – a system that is designed to convert solar energy into storable/useful chemical…
View article: Integrated Solar Thermochemical Reaction System for Steam Methane Reforming
Integrated Solar Thermochemical Reaction System for Steam Methane Reforming Open
Solar-aided upgrade of the energy content of fossil fuels, such as natural gas, can provide a near-term transition path towards a future solar-fuel economy and reduce carbon dioxide emission from fossil fuel consumption. Both steam and dry…