Patents Assigned to Membane Technology and Research, Inc.
  • Membrane-augmented power generation
    Patent number: 6035641
    Abstract: A method for generating electric power from natural gas or the like that has a low Btu value and a high nitrogen content. The method involves a membrane separation step to remove a portion of the nitrogen from the gas. The upgraded gas is used as fuel for a turbine or other driver, which provides mechanical power to drive an electric power generator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2000
    Assignee: Membane Technology and Research, Inc.
    Inventor: Kaaeid A. Lokhandwala