Radiative heat transfer via fins in a steam reformer

Details Radiative heat transfer via fins in a steam reformer Radiative heat transfer via fins in a steam reformer

2010-10-28

2011-12-06

Gilliam, Barbara (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

C429S435000, C429S436000, C429S433000, C429S408000, C429S423000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08071247

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments are disclosed that relate to increasing radiative heat transfer in a steam reformer from an exterior shell which includes a diffusion burner to an interior reactor via angled fins coupled to the exterior shell. For example, one disclosed embodiment provides a steam reformer, comprising an exterior shell which includes a diffusion burner and angled fins, the angled fins extending away from an inner surface of the exterior shell and downward toward the diffusion burner. The steam reformer further comprises an interior reactor positioned at least partly within the exterior shell.

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Sorensen, Bob et al., “Radiative Heat Transfer Via Shunt in a Steam Reforming Reactor,” U.S. Appl. No. 12/914,793, filed Oct. 28, 2010, 26 pages.

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