18571875. METHOD FOR PRODUCING ALCOHOL simplified abstract (Resonac Corporation)
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METHOD FOR PRODUCING ALCOHOL
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Inventor(s)
Masafumi Koyano of Oita-shi (JP)
Toshihiro Kimura of Oita-shi (JP)
METHOD FOR PRODUCING ALCOHOL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18571875 titled 'METHOD FOR PRODUCING ALCOHOL
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a method for producing alcohol through an olefin hydration reaction using a heteropolyacid catalyst, with a focus on maintaining the stability of the catalyst over an extended period. The method involves regulating pressure loss during the passage of feed-material gas through the catalyst layer to a specific value or lower.
- The method involves using a solid-acid catalyst containing a supported heteropolyacid or its salt, supplying water and a 2C-5C olefin to a reactor, and hydrating the olefin in a gas phase.
- The pressure loss during the passage of the feed-material gas through the catalyst layer is controlled to 350 kPa or less.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Utilizes a heteropolyacid catalyst for olefin hydration reactions.
- Focuses on maintaining catalyst stability over a long period.
- Regulates pressure loss during the reaction process.
- Uses a solid-acid catalyst with supported heteropolyacid or its salt.
Potential Applications: The technology can be applied in the production of various alcohols through olefin hydration reactions in industrial settings.
Problems Solved:
- Ensures the stability of the catalyst over an extended period.
- Regulates pressure loss during the reaction process for efficient production.
Benefits:
- Improved catalyst longevity.
- Enhanced control over pressure loss.
- Efficient production of alcohols through olefin hydration reactions.
Commercial Applications: Potential commercial applications include the production of various alcohols for use in industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and fuel production.
Questions about Olefin Hydration Reaction: 1. How does the regulation of pressure loss impact the efficiency of the olefin hydration reaction? 2. What are the key advantages of using a heteropolyacid catalyst in alcohol production through olefin hydration reactions?
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is a method for producing an alcohol through an olefin hydration reaction using a heteropolyacid catalyst, the method enabling the catalyst to be stably used over a long period. In the olefin hydration reaction, in which the heteropolyacid catalyst is used, the pressure loss during the period of passing a feed-material gas through a catalyst layer is regulated to a certain value or less. Specifically, the method for producing an alcohol comprises using a solid-acid catalyst including a supported heteropolyacid or salt thereof, supplying water and a 2C-5C olefin to a reactor, and hydrating the olefin in a gas phase, wherein the pressure loss during the period of passing the feed-material gas through a layer of the catalyst is regulated to 350 kPa or less.
