Patent ID: 7229483
Filing Date: 2007-06-12
Classification: C10J,C10K,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for producing an ultra-superheated steam composition, comprising the steps of: providing a source of oxygen-enriched gas; providing a source of water vapor; pre-mixing said oxygen-enriched gas and water vapor from said sources to form a substantially homogeneous mixture; and contacting said substantially homogeneous mixture with a substantially ash-free fuel in a high turbulence burner with one of an aerodynamic and bluff body flame holder to promote the formation of free radical species of burner combustion products at an adiabatic flame temperature of at least about 2400° F. (1316° C.); whereby an ultra-superheated steam composition is produced in said burner comprising a mixture of superheated water vapor, carbon dioxide and free radicals; wherein said ultra-superheated steam composition has a temperature of at least about 2400° F. (1316° C.).