Abstract: The present invention provides a method of generating combustible gas from organic feedstock, such as the organic components of municipal waste, and a reactor therefor. The feedstock is processed through a plurality of reaction zones within the reactor, wherein the environment of each of the zones facilitates physical or chemical reactions that work to transform the organic feedstock into one or more combustible gases that can be burned for energy production.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 27, 2012
Date of Patent:
February 6, 2018
Assignee:
Recycling Solutions Technology, LLC
Inventors:
David F. May, John Burke, Jr., David F. May, II, Paul E. Aiken
Abstract: A system and associated method of processing solid waste via a waste gasification process resulting in usable by-products may be used to generate electricity. The method utilizes a rotary kiln heated to a temperature of at least 800° F., a reduction chamber, heated to a temperature of at least 1800° F. and a boiler downstream of the reduction chamber. Steam generated in the boiler powers a turbine which operates a generator for generating electricity. Dampers may be positioned to bypass the power generation system. Gases are monitored and transported from the reduction chamber to at least one air pollution control unit to remove contaminants before being vented into the atmosphere.
Abstract: A system and associated method of processing solid waste via a waste gasification process results in usable by-products. The method utilizes a rotary kiln heated to a temperature of at least 800° F. and a reduction chamber, heated to a temperature of at least 1800° F. The solid waste is slowly rotated in the kiln for six to eight hours. The solid material is passed through screens to separate the ash from other items. Gases are monitored and transported to the reduction chamber to generate power. The gases are then transported to at least one air pollution control unit to remove contaminants before being vented into the atmosphere.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 4, 2003
Date of Patent:
August 23, 2005
Assignee:
Recycling Solutions Technology, LLC
Inventors:
David F. May, David F. May, Jr., John W. Burke, Jr.
Abstract: A system and associated method of processing solid waste via a waste gasification process results in usable by-products. The method utilizes a rotary kiln heated to a temperature of at least 800° F. and a reduction chamber, heated to a temperature of at least 1800° F. The solid waste is slowly rotated in the kiln for six to eight hours. The solid material is passed through screens to separate the ash from other items. Gases are monitored and transported to the reduction chamber to generate power. The gases are then transported to at least one air pollution control unit to remove contaminants before being vented into the atmosphere.