Membrane-augmented power generation

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1997-09-19

2000-03-14

Nguyen, Hoang

Power plants

Motive fluid energized by externally applied heat

Process of power production or system operation

60651, 60671, 95 50, 95 96, 95143, 95144, 95237, 95240, F01K 2506

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060356413

ABSTRACT:
A method for generating electric power from natural gas or the like that has a low Btu value and a high nitrogen content. The method involves a membrane separation step to remove a portion of the nitrogen from the gas. The upgraded gas is used as fuel for a turbine or other driver, which provides mechanical power to drive an electric power generator.

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