Dense, layered membranes for hydrogen separation

Details Dense, layered membranes for hydrogen separation Dense, layered membranes for hydrogen separation

2006-02-21

2006-02-21

Spitzer, Robert H. (Department: 1724)

Gas separation: processes

Selective diffusion of gases

Selective diffusion of gases through substantially solid...

C096S004000, C096S011000, C055S524000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07001446

ABSTRACT:
This invention provides hydrogen-permeable membranes for separation of hydrogen from hydrogen-containing gases. The membranes are multi-layer having a central hydrogen-permeable layer with one or more catalyst layers, barrier layers, and/or protective layers. The invention also relates to membrane reactors employing the hydrogen-permeable membranes of the invention and to methods for separation of hydrogen from a hydrogen-containing gas using the membranes and reactors. The reactors of this invention can be combined with additional reactor systems for direct use of the separated hydrogen.

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