Method and apparatus for the homogeneous conversion of methane

Details Method and apparatus for the homogeneous conversion of methane Method and apparatus for the homogeneous conversion of methane

1992-03-13

1993-05-25

McFarlane, Anthony

Chemistry of hydrocarbon compounds

Unsaturated compound synthesis

By dehydrogenation

585621, 585500, 585700, 585943, C07C 5327

Patent

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052142264

ABSTRACT:
The present invention teaches an apparatus and method for commercial conversion of methane in the absence of a catalyst to higher hydrocarbons that are generally in short supply, e.g., butane, ethylene, propene, etc. The production of these higher molecular weight hydrocarbons aids in justifying the cost of the conversion process. The inventive conversion technique utilizes small amounts, generally 1% or less, of a low-cost initiator, plus air, which allows for the commercial viability of the process.

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