Patent ID: 9039934
Filing Date: 2015-05-26
Classification: B01J,C01B

Abstract:
1. A compact reformer reactor for steam methane reforming comprising: a vessel having an inner volume; a burner configured to produce a flame and provide heat to the inner volume by combusting a fuel source in the presence of oxygen; a convective coil disposed within the reaction zone, the convective coil configured to absorb heat within the reaction zone, the convective coil having an inlet, an outlet, a cross-sectional shape of a predetermined contour, and a height, wherein the predetermined contour is selected from the group consisting of a conical frustum, a stable flame, and a hybrid cylindrical helix/conical frustum; a catalyst disposed within the convective coil, the catalyst configured to enhance a reforming reaction; and a combustion gas outlet in fluid communication with the inner volume, the combustion gas outlet located at a point distal the burner.