Liquid natural gas processing

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2005-09-13

2005-09-13

Doerrler, William C. (Department: 3744)

Refrigeration

Cryogenic treatment of gas or gas mixture

Separation of gas mixture

Reexamination Certificate

active

06941771

ABSTRACT:
A process for the recovery of natural gas liquids (NGL) (ethane, ethylene, propane, propylene and heavier hydrocarbons) from liquefied natural gas (LNG) is disclosed. The LNG feed stream is split with at least one portion used as an external reflux, without prior treatment, to improve the separation and recovery of the natural gas liquids (NGL).

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