Development, implementation, and application of a monodisperse model for carbon black formation in a pulsed methane pyrolysis (PMP) reactor

The project will enhance the economics of Ekona’s patented pulsed methane pyrolysis (PMP) reactor. The PMP process allows for co-generation of hydrogen and Carbon Black with 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional methods. However, the yield and quality of CB produced via the PMP is uncertain. The goal of the research partnership between Ekona Power Inc, the University of Windsor, and Carleton University is to improve the yield and quality of produced CB from the PMP method. This will be accomplished via application of computationally efficiency CB formation models that can quantify yield and quality and be used in process design and optimization simulations. The project is of paramount importance to Canada in its fight against global warming and climate change while bolstering its economy.

Faculty Supervisor:

Reza Kholghy;Nickolas Eaves;Nickolas Eaves;Reza Kholghy

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Partner:

Ekona Power

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Carleton University; University of Windsor

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