Reforming catalysts and methods of alcohol steam reforming

Details Reforming catalysts and methods of alcohol steam reforming Reforming catalysts and methods of alcohol steam reforming

2005-08-30

2005-08-30

Silverman, Stanley S. (Department: 1754)

Chemistry of inorganic compounds

Hydrogen or compound thereof

Elemental hydrogen

C252S373000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06936237

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides catalysts, reactors, and methods of steam reforming alcohols over a catalyst. Surprisingly superior results and properties obtained in methods and catalysts of the present invention are also described.

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