Hybrid reformer for fuel flexibility

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2010-04-22

2011-11-15

Kalafut, Stephen J. (Department: 1727)

Chemistry: electrical current producing apparatus, product, and

Fuel cell, subcombination thereof, or method of making or...

Process or means for control of operation

C422S625000, C422S634000, C422S639000, C422S644000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08057944

ABSTRACT:
A reformer for a fuel cell system includes a leading segment and a trailing segment. The leading segment includes less reactive catalyst and/or more stabilizing catalyst than the trailing segment. The reformer may be used for reformation of high and low hydrocarbon fuels.

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Supplementary European Search Report mailed Nov. 4, 2009, received in European Application No. 07754708.1.

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