18568559. METHOD FOR ACTIVATING A CATALYST simplified abstract (BASF SE)

METHOD FOR ACTIVATING A CATALYST

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Inventor(s)

[[:Category:Nicole Sch�del of Pullach (DE)|Nicole Sch�del of Pullach (DE)]][[Category:Nicole Sch�del of Pullach (DE)]]

Stephanie Neuendorf of Pullach (DE)

Axel Behrens of Pullach (DE)

Wibke Korn of Pullach (DE)

Sonja Schulte of Pullach (DE)

Stefan Hoffmann of Pullach (DE)

Marcelo Daniel Kaufman Rechulski of Ludwigshafen (DE)

Virginie Lanver of Ludwigshafen (DE)

Stefan Dietrich of Heidelberg (DE)

Nils Bottke of Heidelberg (DE)

Christiane Kuretschka of Ludwigshafen (DE)

Hamideh Ahi of Ludwigshafen am Rhein (DE)

Manuel Frederik Gentzen of Ludwigshafen am Rhein (DE)

Michael Kramer of Ludwigshafen am Rhein (DE)

METHOD FOR ACTIVATING A CATALYST - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18568559 titled 'METHOD FOR ACTIVATING A CATALYST

The invention pertains to a method for activating a catalyst for catalytic reforming, specifically involving the reaction of carbon dioxide. An activation gas containing steam, hydrogen, and inert gases is passed over the catalyst at an activation temperature during an activation period.

• Activation gas consists of 10-30 mol-% steam, 40-60 mol-% hydrogen, and 20-40 mol-% inert gases.
• Catalyst activation is carried out at a specific temperature and duration.
• The method is particularly suited for catalytic reforming with carbon dioxide.
• Inert gases play a crucial role in the activation process.
• The combination of steam and hydrogen enhances catalyst performance.

Potential Applications: - Industrial catalytic reforming processes - Greenhouse gas reduction technologies - Hydrogen production for various applications

Problems Solved: - Efficient catalyst activation for reforming reactions - Utilization of carbon dioxide in catalytic processes

Benefits: - Enhanced catalyst performance - Reduced greenhouse gas emissions - Increased hydrogen production efficiency

Commercial Applications: Title: Catalyst Activation Method for Catalytic Reforming This technology can be applied in industries such as petrochemicals, energy production, and environmental engineering. It offers a sustainable solution for reducing carbon emissions and improving hydrogen production processes.

Questions about Catalyst Activation Method for Catalytic Reforming: 1. How does the activation gas composition affect the catalyst performance? The activation gas composition plays a crucial role in enhancing the catalyst's activity and selectivity in catalytic reforming processes. Steam and hydrogen promote the activation of the catalyst, while inert gases help maintain stability during the reaction.

2. What are the key advantages of using carbon dioxide in catalytic reforming? Using carbon dioxide as a reactant in catalytic reforming processes offers several advantages, including the utilization of a greenhouse gas as a feedstock, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting sustainable practices in the chemical industry.

Original Abstract Submitted

The invention relates to a method for activating a catalyst for catalytic reforming that is particularly carried out with carbon dioxide being reacted, and according to which an activation gas that contains steam and hydrogen is passed over the catalyst to be activated at an activation temperature during an activation period. The activation gas comprises 10 to 30 mol-% steam, 40 to 60 mol-% hydrogen and 20 to 40 mol-% one or more inert gases.