Abstract: A method and apparatus for reforming carbonaceous material into syngas containing hydrogen and CO gases is disclosed. In one embodiment, a hydrogen rich torch reactor is provided for defining a reaction zone proximate to torch flame. One input of the reactor receives input material to be processed. Further inputs may be provided, such as for example to introduce steam and/or gases such as methane, oxygen, hydrogen, or the like.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 9, 2019
Date of Patent:
November 7, 2023
Assignee:
KNIGHTHAWK ETEC, INC.
Inventors:
Clifton T. Knight, Arthur R. DiNicolantonio, Erik M. Howard, Darrell Poteet, Richard C. Stell