NOVELTY - The device has a transport device (5) and a feedback arrangement (6) for returning part of the medium mixture flowing from the cathode chamber back into the medium fed into the cathode chamber. Feedback of the medium mixture takes place via a choke device (7) into the medium before the transport device looking in the flow direction.    USE - For feeding medium containing oxygen, especially air, to fuel cell cathode chamber.    ADVANTAGE - Minimal component costs and minimal control and/or regulation costs.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a fuel cell operated with an inventive device    transport device (5)    feedback arrangement (6)    choke device (7)
NOVELTY - The device has transverse channels (6) for gas supply on at least one side of a polymer electrolyte membrane or PEM (2). The channels are formed behind a diffusion layer covering the PEM near an electrode surface supporting the diffusion layer and run transversely to the fuel cell's longitudinal edges (10). Several of the transverse channels have a cross-section decreasing from one longitudinal edge of the fuel cell to the other.    USE - For generating electricity from chemical reactions.    ADVANTAGE - Further improved gas supply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional representation of an inventive device    transverse channels (6)    polymer electrolyte membrane or PEM (2)    fuel cell's longitudinal edges (10)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (1) has an inner space (11) defined by a tubular body (2) containing a gas reservoir (12), the tubular body having a layer structure (3) with a central proton exchange membrane (5) sandwiched between diffuser layers. The gas reservoir supplies the inner diffuser layer with a reaction gas, one end of the tubular body closed by an elastically-deformable membrane (16), provided with an operating element for the discharge valve for the pressure reservoir, e.g. a metal hydride reservoir for hydrogen.    USE - None given.    ADVANTAGE - Release of reaction gas from gas reservoir is controlled by movement of elastically-deformable membrane in response to pressure in inner space of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal cross-section through a fuel cell.    Fuel cell (1)    Tubular body (2)    Layer structure of tubular body (3)    Proton exchange membrane (5)    Diffuser layers (6,7)    Fuel cell inner space (11)    Gas reservoir (12)    Elastically-deformable membrane (16)
NOVELTY - The device has a housing with an inlet, a combustion chamber, an ignition device and an exhaust gas outlet. The combustion chamber is partly filled with material whose porosity along the gas flow direction varies so a critical Peclet number is achieved at the boundaries or in a defined zone by adjusting the pore size; no flame can exist bellows this pore size. An air feed and an air-gas mixing zone are arranged in the exhaust gas outlet.    USE - Especially for vehicle applications, for use in a reformer for fuel cell system in a vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Enables the danger to other vehicle components sensitive to heat to be reduced in adverse internal conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The device has a housing with an inlet, a combustion chamber, an ignition device and an exhaust gas outlet (5). Part of the combustion chamber is filled with porous material whose porosity along the flow direction of a gas varies so that a critical Peclet number is achieved at the boundaries or in a defined zone by adjusting the pore size, whereby no flame can exist bellows this pore size. An air feed (6) and a mixing zone (7) for the air and exhaust gas are arranged in the exhaust gas outlet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive device    exhaust gas outlet (5)    air feed (6)    mixing zone (7)
NOVELTY - The method specifies the temperature of fumigating soil by using chloroform and the technical parameters of the vacuum degree as well as invents the optimal extractant and the ratio of water and soil suitable for different kinds of soils to extract phosphor of the microorganism in soil. Comparing with the prior art, the invention increases the precision and accuracy in detecting phosphor of the microorganism is soil and is applicable to the our country, even to the global. The invention also provides the reliable measurement method for following research: the microorganism conversion of phosphor in soil, the circulation of phosphor in soil and the activation of phosphor in soil.
NOVELTY - The invention refers to the manufacturing method for biological manufacturing hydrogen yeasting liquid with plant straws, the method uses plant straws as materials, the hydrogen is made by adding the solid and liquid mixture in animal stomach and biological hydrogen manufacturing yeasting liquid, the yeasting liquid for biological manufacturing hydrogen with plant straws can be acquired through bacterial yeasting.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a catalyst for selectively reducing nitrogen oxide by using methane as reducing agent under the aerobic condition.    USE - The invention uses methane as reducing agent, and has a certain resistance to water, and the conversion rate of nitrogen oxide can be up to above 90%.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The indium is used as active component of the catalyst, and supported on HZSM-5 molecular sieve, then the supported In/HZSM-5 molecular sieve catalyst is modified by indium oxide, the silicon-aluminum ratio of the molecular sieve is 5-50, the weight percentage content is indium supported by molecular sieve is 0.5-20%, and the weight ratio of In/HZSM-5 and indium oxide is 2:01-2:10.
NOVELTY - Sulfur is removed from a fuel supply stream by hydrogenating the fuel supply stream by contacting it with a hydrogenation catalyst in the presence of hydrogen to convert sulfur-containing compounds to hydrogen sulfide, removing the hydrogen sulfide, and pre-reforming the desulfurized fuel stream.    USE - The invention is used for the removal of sulfur from a fuel supply stream e.g. gasoline, diesel, kerosene, naphtha, liquefied petroleum gas, or natural gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention improves the overall efficiency of fuel cell systems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Removal of sulfur from a fuel supply stream for a fuel cell (1) comprises hydrogenating the fuel supply stream by contacting it with a hydrogenation catalyst in the presence of hydrogen to convert sulfur-containing compounds in the fuel supply stream to hydrogen sulfide; removing the hydrogen sulfide to produce a desulfurized fuel stream; and pre-reforming the desulfurized fuel stream to produce a fuel cell feed stream. A portion of the fuel cell feed stream is processed to increase its hydrogen content to produce a hydrogen-enriched fuel stream which is used as a source of hydrogen to hydrogenate the fuel supply stream.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel processing system comprising a hydrogenation unit (3) comprising a hydrogenation catalyst; hydrogen sulfide removal mechanism provided downstream from and in communication with the hydrogenation unit; a pre-reformer (5) provided downstream from and in communication with the hydrogen sulfide mechanism; and hydrogen intensifier (8) which is provided downstream from and in communication with the pre-reformer and upstream from an in communication with the hydrogenation unit, where the hydrogen intensifier receives a portion of the output of the pre-reformer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the inventive method.    Fuel cell (1)    Hydrogenation unit (3)    Pre-reformer (5)    Hydrogen intensifier (8)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack has an intermediate layer (30) of similar size inserted between the end plates (2a,2b) of the adjacent individual fuel cell elements of the fuel cell stack. The intermediate layer is deformable in the direction of its thickness and can be provided by a flexible graphite foil.    USE - The fuel cell stack is used for providing a power output of about 7 kW.    ADVANTAGE - Intermediate between individual fuel cell elements facilitates replacement of latter.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Also included are INDEPENDENT CLAIMS for the following:    (a) a bipolar plate for a fuel cell stack;    (b) an intermediate layer for a fuel cell stack;    (c) a method for replacement of a fuel cell in a fuel cell stack    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of a bipolar plate construction for a fuel cell stack.    End plates of adjacent fuel cell elements (2a,2b)    Intermediate layer (30)
NOVELTY - An oxidant gas controlling unit (104) regulates the gas pressure of an oxidant to reduce the difference between gas pressures of the oxidant and a fuel within a minimum value based on the gas pressure determined by a detector (103) and the stopping procedure initiation judged by a judging unit (101).    USE - For fuel cell of e.g. electric or hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Controls gas pressure upon stoppage of fuel cell. Prevents deterioration of fuel cell since increase in internal resistance of fuel electrode and pressure difference between fuel and oxidant are prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of a controller.    Judging unit (101)    Detector (103)    Oxidant electrode gas controlling unit (104)
NOVELTY - Flow passages (4a,7-10), formed on a first separator (1) and a second separator (2), have a fuel gas flow passage and an oxidizing gas flow passage. The first separator is adjacent to the surface of a first electrode. The second electrode is adjacent to the surfacer of a second electrode.    USE - Used in e.g. electric vehicle, domestic electric power generator.    ADVANTAGE - Controls moisture through respective gas flow passages. Ensures efficient electric power generation. Ensures suitable design of reaction gas flow passage. Utilizes flow passage components with single brush stroke with no mutual intersections.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell gas flowing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the plan view of the cathode side separator and the anode side separator of a fuel cell.    First separator (1)    Second separator (2)    Flow passages (4a,7-10)
NOVELTY - Recycling procedure comprises subjecting used computers, domestic electrical appliances and cables to physical and chemical action, using solvents, vegetable or recuperated motor vehicle oils, or liquefied vegetable, animal or mineral fats to dissolve the polymers in an autoclave.    USE - Recycling computers, domestic electrical appliances and electrical cables.    ADVANTAGE - Produces usable fuel and intact metal components that can be recovered.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Recycling procedure comprises subjecting used computers, domestic electrical appliances and cables to physical and chemical action, using solvents, vegetable or recuperated motor vehicle oils, or liquefied vegetable, animal or mineral fats to dissolve the polymers in an autoclave. This produces a liquid fuel that can be used in industrial boilers, steam generators, incinerators and power generating turbines, while allowing metal components to be recovered intact. The items to be recycled are loaded into an autoclave in which polymers are dissolved and extracted by a pump in the form of a liquid fuel containing concentrated polymers. Hot gases from the autoclave are fed through an air-cooled condenser to a decanter with one outlet (62) connected to the solvent storage tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagrammatic view of the recycling plant.    Connecting pipes (7, 8, 10, 11)    Hot gas pipe (56)    Decanter outlet line (62)    Air outlet valve (63)
NOVELTY - Fraction(s) are extracted from biomass by, contacting the biomass with a first critical fluid which is suitable for the liberation of structural biomass constituents; and forming subsequent extraction fraction(s) by repeatedly contacting the biomass with a subsequent critical fluid having different solvation properties from the previous fluid.    USE - For extracting fraction(s) from biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method utilizes supercritical and near critical fluids to fractionate biomass materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Extraction of fraction(s) from biomass, comprises (a) contacting the biomass with a first critical fluid which is suitable for the liberation of structural biomass constituents; (b) separating the first critical fluid from the biomass; and (c) forming subsequent extraction fraction(s) by repeatedly contacting the biomass with a subsequent critical fluid having different solvation properties from the previous fluid, the subsequent critical fluid entering the biomass and solvating compounds; and separating the subsequent critical fluid with the compound(s) from the biomass to form a subsequent extraction fraction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow scheme for the extraction apparatus.
NOVELTY - A subassembly comprises a metal foil gas barrier with first and second faces. A porous metal flow field is formed on the first face, with a microporous layer comprising gas diffusion matrix also formed on the first field. A second porous metal flow field is formed on the second face, with a second microporous layer comprising a gas diffusion matrix also formed on the second field.    USE - Used for stack of electrochemical cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides a metal structure with higher electrical conductivity than conventional bipolar plates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-sectional view of a metal foam flow field with sintered metal gas diffuser as its face.    Structure (100)    Porous foam metal flow field (102)    Gas diffusion layer (104)    Membrane (106)    Electrodes (108, 109)
NOVELTY - A control unit (5) controls fuel supply apparatus based on amount of fuel supplied to fuel cells and electric power supplied to load. A compensation unit (4) computes compensation value for modified fuel cells and outputs the computed compensation value to control unit for controlling fuel supply apparatus.    USE - For controlling fuel supply to fuel cells used in power supply system for domestic and industrial applications.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration of fuel cell is prevented. The unnecessary service for fuel cells are reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) fuel supply control method; and    (2) power supply system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of fuel amount-of supply control apparatus. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    compensation unit (4)    control unit (5)
NOVELTY - A combustion heating furnace (3) supplies heat to a standing still or rotary batch-type carbonization furnace (2) in which organic sludge (1) is stored. A gas holder (51) supplies anoxia gas, such as nitrogen gas, to the carbonization furnace, through a pipe (5). A controller (7) controls the organic sludge carbonization process in the carbonization furnace.    USE - Used for the carbonization of organic sludge such as livestock waste, e.g. cattle feces, hen droppings, sewage sludge and foodstuff residue.    ADVANTAGE - The organic sludge is carbonized easily, efficiently, rapidly and inexpensively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for organic sludge carbonization.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the organic sludge carbonization apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Organic sludge (1)    Carbonization furnace (2)    Combustion heating furnace (3)    Pipe (5)    Controller (7)    Gas holder (51)
NOVELTY - A melting furnace (3) melts general waste (a1) using gas (m) produced from a fluid bed gasifier (2). A dry distillation furnace (6) performs the dry distillation of solid waste (a2) at 700 degrees C or more with the heat of exhaust gas (j) from the melting furnace and carbonizes the solid waste.    USE - Used for the processing of high temperature carbonization of a municipal solid waste and general waste such as waste plastic, waste oil and waste tires.    ADVANTAGE - The surface area of the carbonized material formed by the carbonization of a waste material can be made larger and the heat energy released can be increased by the dry distillation process. The carbon fixation stability can be made higher since tar deposits and solidifies on the carbonized material. The plant can be made small in size by shortening the heating time. The tar in the volatile matter gas generated from the carbonized material can be decreased and a trouble of tar adhesion with the pipeline which guides the volatile matter gas can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for high temperature carbonization.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional block diagram showing the composition of a high temperature carbonization plant.    Gasification melting system (1)    Fluid bed gasifier (2)    Gas fired melting furnace (3)    Dry distillation furnace (6)    General waste (a1)    Solid waste (a2)    Exhaust gas (j)    Gas (m)
NOVELTY - A housing (11) includes an air blower in lower portion, which supplies air to the fuel cell (12) or to a reformer (13). An induction pipe (17) guides air to the air blower. The suction inlet (17a) of the induction pipe is provided in the upper portion of the housing.    USE - Fuel cell electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the air blower and suction inlet, improves mechanical stability, and ensures reliable heat dissipation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the fuel cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    housing (11)    fuel cell (12)    reformer (13)    Direct current-direct current converter (15)    air blower (16)    induction pipe (17)    suction inlet (17a)
NOVELTY - The controller (9) controls the amount of fuel supplied to the fuel reformer (20) based on abnormality of fuel reformer, determined according to concentration of hydrogen generated by the fuel reformer for supply to a fuel cell (7).    USE - For controlling operation of fuel reformer which enables reaction of fuel such as natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), gasoline, naphtha and kerosene, with water vapor, alcohol such as methanol and dimethyl ether, in fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables preventing deterioration in hydrogen generation amount, thereby improving performance characteristics of the fuel reformer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    burner combustion unit (1)    modifier (2)    heat exchanger (3)    evaporation unit (4)    purification unit (6)    fuel cell (7)    controller (9)    fuel reformer (20)
NOVELTY - A heat exchanger (11) is interposed in a hydrogen flow path (L1) extending between a liquid-hydrogen tank (1) and a vaporizer (2). A refrigerant flows through a refrigerant flow path (Lc) for cooling a hydrogen occlusion alloy (4) which stores hydrogen gas manufactured by a modifier (3). The liquid hydrogen is made to exchange heat with the refrigerant.    USE - For supplying fuel hydrogen to motor vehicles using fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The load of the vaporizer is reduced, by performing heat exchange of the liquid hydrogen before supplying the liquid hydrogen to the vaporizer. The temperature difference of the hydrogen occlusion discharge from the hydrogen occlusion alloy is enlarged. The moisture content is removed from the hydrogen gas, improving the durability of the hydrogen occlusion alloy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the hydrogen supplying installation. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    liquid-hydrogen tank (1)    vaporizer (2)    modifier (3)    heat exchanger (11)    hydrogen flow path (L1)    refrigerant flow path (Lc)
NOVELTY - The reformer is equipped with reforming portion (142), a sensor (426) and a control portion. The reforming portion stores a catalyst for reforming a vaporized hydrocarbon compound to a hydrogen-rich heating gas. The sensor measures the amount of methane produced in the reforming portion. The control portion controls the reforming reaction conditions according to the sensor signals.    USE - For producing hydrogen-rich heating gas, in fuel cell system and moving bodies (claimed) such as electric trains which are controlled by computer programs. The fuel cell is used for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The reformer has high reforming reaction efficiency by suppressing the amount of methane produced in the reforming portion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system containing the reformer; and    (2) vehicle containing the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an internal structure of fuel cell system.    ECU (control unit) (70)    reforming portion (142)    raw material evaporator (144)    fuel cell (150)    methane concentration sensor (426)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas path (L2) with hydrogen-separation type reformer (3), is connected to a specific side (12a) of ejector (12) which is interposed in downstream side of another hydrogen gas path (L1) with vaporizer (2).    USE - For supplying hydrogen to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen gas generated in catalyst packing fraction of hydrogen-separation type reformer easily permeates through the tube surface of hydrogen column. Eliminates the need for hydrogen occlusion alloy by suction action of ejector. Cold heat retained by the liquid hydrogen, is effectively used for cooling a compressor. Improves efficiency of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen supply structure. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    Vaporizer (2)    Hydrogen-separation type reformer (3)    Ejector (12)    Side of ejector (12a)    Hydrogen gas paths (L1,L2)
NOVELTY - The ferritic stainless steel comprises (in mass%) chromium (8-25), carbon (0.03 or less), nitrogen (0.03 or less), silicon (0.1-2.5), manganese (1.5 or less), sulfur (0.008 or less), aluminum (4 or less), and remaining iron.    USE - As structural material for alcohol group fuel modifiers which manufactures hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The ferritic stainless steel has improved water-vapor resistant oxidizability, and red-proof scale property imparted by silicon and aluminum. Hot-working property of ferritic stainless steel is improved due to boron, magnesium, cobalt and nickel. Niobium, titanium, molybdenum and copper improves the high temperature strength, hence imparting excellent thermal fatigue property to the steel. Chromium oxide film on surface of steel is strengthened by adding silicon, restricting oxidizing components such as water and carbon dioxide reaching the substrate steel and hence preventing red scale generation. The surface of steel has high environmental crossing-gate ability without deteriorating oxide film when exposed to high temperature for a long time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The ferritic stainless steel comprises (in mass%) chromium (8-25), carbon (0.03 or less), nitrogen (0.03 or less), silicon (0.1-2.5), manganese (1.5 or less), sulfur (0.008 or less), aluminum (4 or less), and remaining iron. The value of A is adjusted in the range of 13-60, and given as A=Cr+5(Si+Al). The ferritic stainless steel further contains yttrium, rare earth elements, calcium, niobium, titanium, molybdenum and copper.
NOVELTY - The synthetic gas-producing catalyst contains nickel provided on the surface of a diamond support.    USE - For production of synthesis gas (claimed) such as hydrogen gas and carbon monoxide as source for fuel cell for motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The synthesis gas is produced with high ratio of carbon monoxide and hydrogen, as the methanol conversion ratio is increased by using the catalyst. By-products such as methane and carbon dioxide are not formed. The catalyst is suitable for manufacture of synthesis gas and the formed gas can be used as source of hydrogen for fuel cell in vehicles.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of synthetic gas-producing catalyst; and    (2) manufacture of synthesis gas.
NOVELTY - A precursor mixture containing zinc and palladium is mixed with activated alumina to manufacture dimethyl-ether modification catalyst.    USE - For manufacturing dimethyl-ether modification catalyst for hydrogen-containing gas-making method (claimed) for manufacturing hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is used for chemical industry or semiconductors, such as hydrogenation of ammonia synthesis and various organic compounds, petroleum refining, desulfurization, metallurgy and glass manufacture. As raw material for fuel cells used as power source of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Dimethyl-ether modification catalyst enables to manufacture mixed gas with high hydrogen concentration easily with small apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Activated alumina is gamma-alumina, delta-alumina and/or theta-alumina. Precursor mixture further contains chromium.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen containing gas-making method.
NOVELTY - Processing waste material comprises dropping waste material into treatment tank (500) equipped with stirring apparatus (520), performing fermentation process by stirring at 30-90 degrees C produced by heating apparatus, drying by blowing air to reduce moisture content of 10% or less and ripening at 100-200 degrees C.    USE - For processing and composting organic refuse waste material such as excrements of livestock.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to perform fermentation and composting of waste materials rapidly and efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for processing waste material, comprising a treatment tank (500) comprising apparatus (530), injection unit (516), outlet (518), fermentation processing unit (502), temperature processing unit (504), and ripening unit (506).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows diagrammatic representation of treatment tank for processing livestock waste material.    treatment tank (500)    fermentation processing unit (502)    temperature processing unit (504)    ripening unit (506)    injection unit (516)    outlet (518)    stirring apparatus (520)    apparatus (530)
NOVELTY - Processing organic waste comprises fermenting organic waste (1) until a ferment microbe is mixed in the waste and a constant regular fermentation temperature is reached. The temperature is maintained and fermentation is effected until organic waste composts are included. Air is passed in the final fermentation by natural gas passage using an ascending current produced by warming air in organic waste.    USE - Used for processing organic waste, such as droppings of hens, feces of cattle and pigs, sewage sludge, foodstuff dregs and shellfish shells.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste is processed efficiently and easily at reduced cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic waste processing apparatus containing a fermentation chamber (10) for fermenting organic waste to mix a ferment microbe in the waste. A fermentation chamber (20) which performs organic waste fermentation at regular fermentation temperature is used.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an organic waste processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Organic waste (1)    Fermentation chambers (10, 20)    Bottom part air path (22)    Perpendicular air path (23)    Dividing wall (11)    Air pipe (13)    Pump (12)    Air bleeder route (24)    Air inlet opening (25)
NOVELTY - A microorganism (I) belonging to Pichia burtonii, P.farinosa or Staphylococcus which has resistance to salt, is new.    USE - (I) Is useful for processing organic waste or for manufacturing organic fertilizer. (II) Is useful as a solid conditioner. (IV) Is useful for decomposing residual pesticide contained in organic waste that is an agrochemical, and for decreasing the amount of nitric acid or oxalic acid in soil (claimed). (I) Is also useful for processing organic waste such as sewage sludge or livestock dung, such as cattle feces, or for soil improvement.    ADVANTAGE - (I) Has an excellent salt resistance, and a good organic fertilizer can be manufacture within a short period of time using (I).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a composition (II) containing (I);    (2) apparatus (III) for obtaining microorganism for processing organic waste, is equipped with a container comprising a culture containing the microorganism and a material that favors culture, stirring unit, heating unit, and pressure-reduction unit;    (3) a method of obtaining microorganism for processing organic waste, by cultivating a culture containing the microorganism and a material that favors culture in the container in (III), adding organic waste and salt water to the container, and cultivating the mixture;    (4) manufacturing organic fertilizer by mixing organic waste and (I); and    (5) organic fertilizer (IV) manufactured by the above mentioned method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an organic-fertilizer manufacturing apparatus.
NOVELTY - Generating electrical power generation comprising performing methane fermentation of organic waste, to produce digested gas containing methane, reforming digested gas to produce hydrogen, and occluding hydrogen into hydrogen occlusion material. The method supplies hydrogen discharged from hydrogen occlusion material and oxygen from oxygen source to the fuel cell. The hydrogen occlusion material is an alloy.    USE - The method is useful for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical power generation method provides high electrical power generation efficiency, and provides hydrogen of high purity to fuel cell by hydrogen occlusion material. The method responds to fluctuation of electrical power load easily, by discharging hydrogen from a hydrogen occlusion material and increasing the electrical power. The method provides storage of electrical power as hydrogen, and therefore need for storage of electrical power directly in the storage battery is eliminated. The method eliminates need for a large-sized apparatus, and the whole electrical power generation system is small. The utilization of external energy is eliminated during methane fermentation and hydrogen discharge from occlusion material, by using the heat from hydrogen production. The hydrogen not utilized in the fuel cell is easily recycled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an electrical power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the above fuel cell electrical power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A composition comprising a low specific gravity porous particulate material (1) as a nucleus, having a coating adhesion and/or impregnation of an alkaline material and sulfur, is new.    USE - The composition is useful for removing nitrate nitrogen from stock-raising drainage treatment water, purification tank treated water, sewage treated water, aqua-culture waste water, food processing waste treatment water, ion-exchange resin regenerated process water, metal processing waste water, and agriculture effluents e.g. fertilizer liquid cultivation waste water.    ADVANTAGE - The composition having nitrate nitrogen removal property, is manufactured easily with high yield. The treated water having high concentration of nitrate nitrogen, is processed using the composition, thereby the nitrate nitrogen is removed effectively. Also, the phosphoric acid contained in the treated water is removed. The composition used for treated water is recycled and reused efficiently. The need of cooling, crushing and classification processes during manufacture of the composition, are eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of composition for removing nitrate nitrogen, which involves mixing alkaline material, alkaline carbonate or calcium carbonate as main component with sulfur. Positive ion and/or anion exchange ability maintenance material and flame retardant material, is added. The sulfur is melted. The low specific gravity porous particulate material is added to the obtained slurry, and stirred or heat-stirred. The slurry is impregnated and/or adhered on the surface of the particulate material. The particulate material is cooled to form the composition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows explanatory drawing of the cross-section of the composition. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Particulate material (1)
NOVELTY - Water to be purified is contacted with a microorganism-support. A material obtained by granulating porous ceramics containing alumina and silica, and a material which mixes grain-shape carbon content, are used for the microorganism-support.    USE - The method is useful for processing industrial waste-water, domestic waste, and other waste-water containing organic substances.    ADVANTAGE - The water-purification method is highly efficient, maintains drainage-treatment property stably for a long period of time, reduces the generation amount of surplus sludge, does not cause occlusion, provides stable processing over a long period of time, and allows easy maintenance of processing apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for water-purification apparatus equipped with a supply of water for pouring water to be purified with an upward flow, installed in a fluid-bed treatment tower packed with the support.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of a fluid bed.
NOVELTY - The inner and outer vertical blade stripes (33-1,33-2,34-1,34-2) are wound spirally around rotary rod (31) at fixed interval in an alternative manner. The outer and inner vertical blade strips move the organic refuse in rotary direction and reverse direction of rotation of rod, respectively, during rotation of the blenders (20).    USE - The apparatus is useful for processing organic refuse e.g. boiled rice, waste cooking residues of raw fish, and vegetable waste ejected from the restaurant, and hotel.    ADVANTAGE - Enables an efficient decomposition of the organic refuse, by promoting crushing pressure of boiled rice using aerobic bacteria. Prevents the bad odor and reduces size of processing apparatus. As uniform stirring is carried out, oxygen is supplied uniformly to all corners of the organic refuse treatment tank.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The blenders (20) with inner and outer vertical blade strips rotate in mutually opposite directions and are arranged parallely in the treatment tank having semicircular cross-section. The outer vertical blade strips (33-1,33-2) move refuse from the ends to the mid portion of the rotary rod, while the inner vertical blade strips move the refuse from the mid portion to the ends of the rod, when the blenders rotate.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the organic refuse processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the blender.    Blender (20)    Rotary rod (31)    Outer vertical blade strips (33-1,33-2)    Inner vertical blade strips (34-1,34-2)
NOVELTY - Processing of an odorous gas generated from aerobic and/or anaerobic processing of waste water, comprising feeding the generated odorous gas through a nozzle (3) mixed with air to a treatment tank (6) filled with water containing processing microbes, is new. The odor of the gas is decomposed by microbes in the tank (6), and the gas is ejected into atmosphere.    USE - The method is used for deodorizing bad odors generated from aerobic and/or anaerobic processing of organic waste water containing dust and human waste, ejected from houses (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables bad odors generated from organic wastewater to be deodorized inexpensively without the use of chemicals and a heat source by a simple method in a short time. The method is free of problems associated with secondary pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of organic wastewater deodorizing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Treatment tanks (1,6)    Nozzle (3)
NOVELTY - Organic waste processing system comprises a calculation unit (11), which measures biogas generation amount and generation time based on output of waste flow amount detector (6), concentration detector (8). An analysis determination unit (12) determines overload of methane fermentation tank (3) and existence of inhibitor by comparing measured value with outputs of biogas amount and pH detectors (9,5) and controls pump accordingly.    USE - For processing organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - Automates running management of processing system by controlling amount of supply of organic waste into methane fermentation tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane fermentation tank (3)    pH detector (5)    organic waste flow amount detector (6)    concentration detector (8)    biogas amount detector (9)    calculation unit (11)    determination unit (12)
NOVELTY - Methane gas production system (I) comprising fermenting organic acid underwater dissolved in acid formation tank (2), in methane fermentation tank (7) by the methanation bacteria group to produce methane gas, is new.    USE - (I) is useful for fermentation processing of organic waste such as organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - Enables rapid methane fermentation process, eliminates the use of dehydrater, reduces the installation and maintenance cost of the methane gas production system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The methane gas production system has organic dissoluted substance extractor (1) which produces water with organic substance decomposed by aerobic bacteria, acid formation tank which decomposes the organic substance dissolved in water from extractor by anaerobe and processing water tank which supplies processing water to organic dissoluted substance extractor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of methane gas production system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Organic dissoluted substance extractor (1)    Acid formation tank (2)    Methane fermentation tank (7)
NOVELTY - A sludge compost apparatus which composts sludge modified with a deodorizing microbe, is new.    USE - The apparatus and methods are used for drainage treatment and composting of sludge (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sludge compost apparatus has an improved sludge composting efficiency. The drainage-treatment and sludge compost apparatus performs drainage treatment and sludge compost, without transporting the sludge. The drainage-treatment and sludge compost apparatus has a reduced initial investment and running cost and improved composting efficiency. The odor generated from the sludge compost portion is prevented from discharging to the external portion of the apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) composting sludge which involves composting sludge modified with a deodorizing microbe;    (2) a drainage-treatment and sludge compost apparatus (100) which has a drainage-treatment portion (10) having an aerator (11) for performing drainage treatment of sludge using an aerobe, and a sludge compost portion (20) for composting sludge produced by the aerator. The gas produced during composting sludge is supplied to the aerator; and    (3) treating a drainage and sludge compost which comprises performing drainage treatment of sludge using an aerobe in the aerator and composting the sludge produced by the drainage treatment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the drainage-treatment and sludge compost apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Drainage-treatment portion (10)    Aerator (11)    Sludge compost portion (20)    Drainage-treatment and sludge compost apparatus (100)
NOVELTY - Biomass decomposition resynthesis method, where the wet biomass is stirred and sterilized to annihilate some microbes and to activate thermopiles at 70 degreesC or more in the presence of air, is new. A decomposition resynthesis process of the biomass is performed by the activated thermopiles at 40-100 degreesC in the presence of air.    USE - For decomposing and resynthesizing the bulk-like biomass such as organic refuse of cooking waste obtained from house, dining room, food service industry, etc. to produce land filling material, organic fertilizer, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Decomposition resynthesizing of biomass is performed without generation of odor due to anaerobic bacteria. Facilitates to easily extract the processed biomass from reactor. Maintains stable decomposition resynthesis reaction of biomass for long duration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for biomass decomposition resynthesis apparatus which comprises a microorganism reactor (10) equipped with biomass inlet (17), decomposed resynthesized biomass outlet (18), air inlet port (14), exhaust port, heating element (25), and a radial stirrer (24). The stirrer including stirring blade (24c) suspended in the stirring shaft, is arranged in inner side of reactor to mix the biomass at predetermined speed. A high temperature portion is formed adjacent to heating element and allow temperature portion is arranged to contact the supplied air (19) inside the reactor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of biomass decomposition resynthesis apparatus. (Drawing contains non-English language text).    Microorganism reactor (10)    Air inlet port (14)    Biomass inlet (17)    Biomass outlet (18)    Supplied air (19)    Radial stirrer (24)    Stirring blade (24c)    Heating element (25).
NOVELTY - Fermenting organic refuse, where several types of MR strains are inoculated to organic refuse and primary fermentation was carried out for several hours, is new. The primary fermented material was subjected to secondary fermentation using a continuous multi-stage type conveyor.    USE - For fermenting organic refuse such as foodstuffs or vegetable waste, and producing fermented materials such as fertilizer, fodder for livestocks, containing useful enzymes such as protease, soil conditioner etc.    ADVANTAGE - The method produces highly nutritive products from inexpensive raw materials. Fermentation of organic refuse is carried out using only a specific type of microorganisms and thus microbial contamination is eliminated. The fermentation fodder has high nutritive value containing protease, lipase, and is devoid of offensive odor components, growth inhibitors and toxins. The fermentation plant occupies less space, is fully automated, no running cost and requires less amount of heat energy when compared to conventional apparatus. As the fermentation plant does not cause air or noise pollution, it can be conveniently installed near an urban area, thus reducing organic refuse transportation cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top view of an organic-refuse processing apparatus.    Organic refuse inlet (2)    Primary fermentation unit (9)    Secondary fermentation chamber (10).
NOVELTY - Preparing high speed decomposed fermented material or mulch material, comprising grinding or crushing waste plant raw materials to inactivate the weeds growth in plants, is new.    USE - For preventing weeds growth by using reprocessed plant waste materials.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to prevents the growth of weeds effectively by using the reprocessed plant waste materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) high speed decomposed fermented material or mulch material produced by the novel method; and    (2) an usage method of the high speed decomposed fermented material or mulch material as a base material of a bio-type waste disposer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the process for the preparation of decomposed fermented material. (Drawing contains non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Several sensors detect the moisture content of the organic refuse stored in a container. A controller shifts the detection stage of the sensors based on the change in resistance of thermistor, and outputs detection command signals to the sensors.    USE - Organic-refuse disposer which decomposes organic refuse generated in home, restaurant, food-processing-sector company, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The detection frequency of moisture content is improved and the organic-refuse capacity is maintained satisfactorily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a moisture content detection method; and    (2) a moisture content detection program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the timing pulse of output of the moisture content sensors. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Moisture content detector (I) of an organic refuse disposer comprising a heated processing chamber that heats the base material and a temperature sensor to measure the temperature of the processing chamber immediately after heating and after a preset time, where, the moisture content of the base material is evaluated based on reduction of the temperature in the process chamber, is new.    USE - (I) is used for detecting moisture content in an organic refuse disposer used for domestic and industrial applications (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The moisture content is measured correctly and efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart which explains the moisture content detecting process (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The solid oxide fuel cell has a positive-electrolyte-negative (PEN) structure. On the rear surface of the anode collecting layer there is a relief structure chosen to provide a series of channels for the circulation of gas. The cathode may also have a similar relief structure providing gas circulation channels.    USE - Solid oxide fuel cell for electricity production.    ADVANTAGE - Provides minimum possible internal resistance within cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The electrical cell has a positive-electrolyte-negative (PEN) structure within a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC). The cell includes a cathode comprising porous cathode layer (cpc) and an active cathode layer (cac), and an anode with an active anode layer (caa) and a support anode layer (csa, csa1, csa2). Between these is at least one electrolyte layer (e) placed between the active anode and cathode layers. The anode comprises an anode collecting layer (cca, cca1, cca2). On the rear surface of the anode collecting layer, which is intended to come into contact with an interconnection plate (i), there is a relief structure chosen to provide a series of channels for the circulation of gas. The cathode may also have a similar relief structure providing gas circulation channels.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows the stacked layers of anode, electrolyte and cathode.    active anode layer (caa)    active cathode layer (cac)    anode collected layer (cca, cca1, cca2)    porous cathode layer (cpc)    support anode layers (csa, csa1, csa2)    electrolyte (e)    interconnection plate (i)
NOVELTY - The air throughput control system has an air supply, a volume for storing the air, a number of fuel cell subsystems connected to the volume, a sensor for detecting an air pressure in the volume and a controller, which establishes a minimal necessary air pressure for each subsystem. The controller selects a highest minimum required air pressure and controls the air supply to achieve it in the volume.    USE - For controlling air throughput to fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Overcomes certain disadvantages of conventional arrangements, e.g. high costs of components.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a method of controlling air throughput to fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram representation of an inventive system (Drawing includes non-English text)    fuel cell subsystems (14-1 to 14-6)    compressor (36)    distributor (40)    cooler (38)    air flow controller (124)
NOVELTY - The gaseous hydrogen fuel is supplied by a tank (36) with a mechanical spring biased regulator valve (38) providing a pressure input to a control valve (44) couple to the fuel cells (14). The valve output feeds back to the regulator valve to provide a proportional setting against the spring action.    USE - Fuel cells    ADVANTAGE - Reduces demand on valve    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Fuel cell circuit    Tank (36)    Regulator valve (38)    Control valve (44)    Fuel cells (14)    Feedback line (70)
NOVELTY - The device has at least one surface region with bars for distributing a liquid operating medium. The bars are arranged in several rows in one direction within the surface region. Several bars are arranged in series in a row separated by a gap and in two adjacent rows the bars are arranged so that a bar in the first row is adjacent to a gap in the second row.    USE - For a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables uniform fuel distribution over the entire load characteristic of the fuel cell with simultaneous low pressure losses.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a bipolar plate (Drawing includes non-English text)
NOVELTY - Production of hydrogen on board a vehicle comprises using the hermetic capacity without consuming energy.    USE - Production of engine fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The process is environmentally friendly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: The production is a chemical reaction of the interaction of sodium hydroxide of silicon compounds with iron and water or silicon compounds with different metals or pure silicon, sodium hydroxide and water. Water in the chemical reaction regulates the reaction process. The reaction of the silicon compounds with different metals and water always takes place in the presence in an acid or alkali.
NOVELTY - The marsh mud making process includes the steps of: eliminating impurity from water soaked naturally fermented marsh mud, drying in the air, crushing, 150-250-mesh sieving, water washing, filtering to obtain slurry, boiling for 15-60 min for sterilizing, cooling to 30-40 deg.c, mixing with milk powder, bean powder, fruit juice, vegetable juice and other supplementary material while stirring, inoculating anaerobic bifidobacteria colony, natural fermentation for 24-48 hr, dewatering, adding shaping agent and packing. Marsh mud produced through the said process contains rich probiotics, vitamins,minerals and bioactive matters.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of white malabar nightshade and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized bythat A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the white malabar nightshade is a natural commercial vegetable, and is a raw material for deep-processing agricultural product; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, its fruit can be used for producing flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of egg-plant and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the egg-plant is a pure natural commercial vegetable, also is a raw material for deep-processing agricultural product; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, its fruit can be used for making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of lycopus and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cuttingpropagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the lycopus is a pure natural Chinese medicial material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, and for making flavour series foods, and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of pinellia and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the pinellia is a natural Chinese medicial material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, and for making flavour series foods, and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of white peony and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the white peony is a natural Chinese medicial material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase,and for making flavour series foods, and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of achyranthes and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the achyran thes is a natural Chinese medicial material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase,and for making flavour series foods, and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of capillaris and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the capillaris is a natural Chinese medicial material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, and for making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of houttuynia and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the houttuynia is a natural Chinese medicial material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, and for making flavour series foods, and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of magwort and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A. it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cuttingpropagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C the mugwort is a pure natural Chinese medicinal material; and D. The Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase and for making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of cat's claw buttercup and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B is solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the cat's claw buttercup is a natural Chinese medicinal material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure naturalplant proteinase, for making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of caper spurge seed and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A. it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the caper spurge seed is a natural Chinese medicinal material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plantproteinase, its fruit can be making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of coriander seed and Chaenomeles (a Chinese planta) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A,it solves the technical problem of symplastic grwoth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the coriander seed is a pure natural Chinese medicinal material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, its fruit can be used for making flavour series foods, and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of fennel and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the fennel is a pure natural Chinese medicinal material; and D. the chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, its fruit can be used for making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of ginger and Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A. it solvesthe technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including circulating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the ginger is a pure natural Chinese medicinal material; and D. the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, itsfruit can be used for making flavour series foiods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting steeo cultivation method of Chinese yam and chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A. it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the Chinese yam is a pure natural Chinese medicinal material; and D. the wanshouguo can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase, its fruit can be used for making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of radish seed of Chaenomeles (a Chinese plant) belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the radish seed is a pure natural Chinese medicinal material; and the Chaenomeles can be used for extracting pure natural plant proteinase,its fruit can be used for making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The interplanting stereo cultivation method of scallion and chaenomeles belongs to the field of high and new agricultural planting technology, and is characterized by that A, it solves the technical problem of symplastic growth of two plants with difference in growth space and photoperiodicity; B. it solves the comprehensive technical scheme including cultivating seedling, cutting propagation, irrigation, harvest and field management; C. the scallion is a pure natural Chinese medicinal material; and D. the wanshouguo can be used for extracting pure natural plant protenase, its fruit can be making flavour series foods and its root, stem and leaf can be used for preparing plant zymolytic bactericidal additive enzyme preparation for refuse.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to high technological field of agricultural plantation, and solves the problems of simultaneous growth of Dangshen and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Dangshen is one kind of Chinese medicinal material and carica papaya is used for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - A method of interplanting aloe with carica papaya can solve the problems of simultaneous growth of aloe and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Aloe is one kind of Chinese medicinal material and carica papaya is used for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - A method of interplanting honeysuckle with carica papaya can solve the problems of simultaneous growth of honeysuckle and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Honeysuckle is one kind of Chinese medicinal material and carica papaya isused for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to agricultural plantation high technological field, and solves the problems of simultaneous growth of isatis and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Isatis is one kind of Chinese medicinal material andcarica papaya is used for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to high technological field of agricultural plantation, and solves the problems of simultaneous growth of perilla and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Perilla is one kind of Chinese medicinal material and carica papaya is used for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to high technology in agricultural plantation field, and solves the problems of simultaneous growth of day lily and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Day lily is one kind of Chinese medicinal material and carica papaya is used for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to in agricultural plantation high technological field, and solves the problems of simultaneous growth of Chinese goldthread and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Chinese goldthread is one kind of Chinese medicinal material and carica papaya is used for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to agricultural plantation high technological field, and solves the problems of simultaneous growth of burdock and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Burdock is one kind of Chinese medicinal material and carica papaya is used for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to high technological field of agricultural plantation, and solves the problems of simultaneous growth of ophiopogon and carica papaya with difference in growth space and lighting requirement. The comprehensive technological scheme includes seedling growth, cutting and planting, irrigation, collecting and field management. Ophiopogon is one kind of Chinese medicinal materials and carica papaya is used for extracting natural proteinase, producing flavor food and enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - A fermentation device (I) comprising an input space (1) where fresh biological waste and water are added, and a diagonal fermentation tube (2) where fermentation of solid waste takes place and where a narrowing at the top of the fermentation tube prevents uncontrolled discharge of gas, is new.    USE - (I) is used for continuous fermentation of hard, solid biological waste (claimed) from which marsh gas used for heating or electric power generation is produced. Waste-water rich in biomaterial may also be purified using (I).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive device enables continuous and quick fermentation of biological waste, taking up a small space and requiring very little human work.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a longitudinal sectional view of the inventive fermentation device.    Input space (1)    Fermentation tube (2)    Output space (3)    Gas tube (4)    Elevator (5)
NOVELTY - A carbon dioxide is removed from a gas stream, by washing the gas with an aqueous washing solution containing (pbw) water (15-45), sulfolane (15-35), and sec. or tert. amine (30-60) derived from ethanol amine, in the presence of a prim. or sec. amine compound at 0.5-15 wt.%.    USE - The process is for the removal of carbon dioxide and optionally hydrogen sulfide and/or carbon oxygen sulfide from a gas stream, e.g. natural or synthesis gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The use addition of primary or secondary amine compound makes the carbon dioxide absorption rate faster, loading amount higher, and solvent/gas ratio lower. The design of the plant is smaller and the regeneration heat requirement is lower, thus resulting in less cooling capacity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Removal of carbon dioxide and optionally hydrogen sulfide and/or carbon oxygen sulfide (COS) from a gas stream, involves washing the gas with an aqueous washing solution containing (pbw) water (15-45), sulfolane (15-35), and sec. or tert. amine (30-60) derived from ethanol amine. The total amount of water, sulfolane, and amine is 100 pbw. The process is carried out in the presence of a prim. and sec. amine compound at 0.5-15 wt.%.
NOVELTY - A reformer comprises a housing including an outer cylindrical casing (21) and an end plate (22, 25, 26, 27, 30); and a reforming catalyst (42) disposed within the first fluid flow path. The casing has a tubular end, and the end plate has an abutting rim (251, 261, 262, 271, 272).    USE - Used as a reformer, e.g. carbon monoxide (CO) shift reactor, a CO reducer, a CO oxidizer, or a CO methanation reaction vessel, useful in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The invention is low-priced in which it is possible to form highly precise and gas-tight seams suffering from no weld strains by automatic joining.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A reformer comprises a housing including an outer cylindrical casing and an end plate hermetically joined to the casing, the housing defining a first fluid flow path and a second fluid flow path in a heat exchanging relationship; and a reforming catalyst disposed within the first fluid flow path. The casing has a tubular end, and the end plate has an abutting rim that contacts with and extends along the tubular end of the casing and that is folded together over its entire circumference to define a folded hermetic seam (C1, C2, C3, C4) between the casing and the end plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal view of the reformer.    Outer cylindrical casing (21)    End plate (22, 25, 26, 27, 30)    Reforming catalyst (42)    Rim (251, 261, 262, 271, 272)    Seam (C1, C2, C3, C4)
NOVELTY - Organic waste processing system (10) having a closed container for holding solid waste material, is new. The waste material flows through primary and secondary passages which are horizontal and parallel, so that the direction of flow of the material in one passage is different from that of the other. The passages are arranged so that the outlet end of one passage is near the inlet end of the other.    USE - For processing solid organic wastes such as animal and agricultural wastes, manures and municipal wastes.    ADVANTAGE - Minimizes the end waste product and maximizes energy efficiency, as process flow is controlled by closed systems. The activated sludge produced is recycled to improve process efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for high solid waste processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the organic waste processing system.    Organic waste processing system (10)    Mixing chamber (30)    Digestor (40)    Clarifier (50)    Clarifier panels (182).
NOVELTY - Secondary treatment of wastewater, comprising filtering treated wastewater, transporting the wastewater to trickling filter support (111) structures, exposing the wastewater to primary and secondary filter media (121) for aerobic treatment, passing the wastewater through the filter media a single time, and evaporating the wastewater in evapotranspiration absorption tertiary disposal bed, is new.    USE - For secondary treatment of wastewater produced from residential and commercial sources.    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides a compact, environmentally neutral onsite biological waste water treatment at a low cost. It does not need further excavation or use of heavy equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial fragmentary top view of the invention.    Trickling filter support (111)    Secondary filter media (121)    Leafy plants (139).
NOVELTY - Producing methane gas, by injecting steam into trash prism through a steam injector well (12), is new. The methane gas produced by biodegradation of organic refuse within the trash prism, is extracted through gas extraction collector (14).    USE - Used in production of methane gas by injecting steam into landfill through steam injection wells.    ADVANTAGE - Steam accelerates decomposition of organic refuse, so as to increase methane gas production and purity of methane gas. Reduces amount of liquid fed into well, moisturization and overall humidity without applying head pressure. Avoids clogging of gas extraction collectors. Increases rate of settlement of landfill. Reduces decomposition time and hence impact of landfill on environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for organic component biodegradation acceleration method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of a methane gas production enhancement apparatus.    Landfill (10)    Steam injector well (12)    Gas extraction collector (14)    Dense layer (18)    Moisture sensor (20).
NOVELTY - Enhancement of productivity of microorganisms used in food and pharmaceutical industries, is new.    USE - Microbiology.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Enhancement of productivity of microorganisms used in food and pharmaceutical industries. Suspension of microorganisms is subjected for irradiation in spectral intervals of the nearest IR and visible range corresponding to bands absorption of molecular oxygen dissolved in the suspension. Irradiation dose is calculated by the formula: D = Doxbeta/f(lambda) where Do = D(lambdao) means optimal dose of irradiation of suspension in the center lambdao of taken absorption band of O2; beta means probability of photons adsorption in taken volume of the suspension; f(lambda) means contour of absorption band of dissolved molecular oxygen being f(lambdao) = 1. Method allows to enhance productivity of microorganisms of different species.
NOVELTY - Preliminarily stabilizing and separating of slaughter blood, is new.    USE - Food-processing industry, in particular, meat industry.    ADVANTAGE - Increased efficiency in obtaining of product with increased biological value, simplified production cycle, reduced production cost, wider range of use for different groups of population.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preliminarily stabilizing and separating of slaughter blood comprises providing hydrolysis to predetermined protein conversion extent; exposing blood plasma to cold filtering pasteurization. Hydrolysis is carried out with the use of leaven enzyme of lactic-fermentation bacteria Bifidobacterium bifidum, or Lactobacillus bulgaricus, or Lactococcus lactis, or Streptococcus thermophilus, or mixtures thereof used in an amount of 3-5% by weight of raw material. Mono- and disacchara(glucose, or lactose, or fructose, or saccharose) are additionally introduced in an amount of 2-4% by weight of raw material. Hydrolysis is carried out at temperature of 8-16 C for 18-24 hours. Method is used for reprocessing of slaughter blood to produce base for protein alcohol-free beverages.
NOVELTY - An advanced wastewater treatment method with increasing easily biodegradable organic concentration for nitrogen and phosphorus removal is provided, in which fermentation liquor is fed to sedimentation tank(1) for enhanced denitrification and dephosphorization.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In the advanced treatment process comprising an anoxic tank(3), an aerobic reaction tank(4), a clarifier(5), a sludge recycling(12), the treatment method comprises the steps of separating solid from liquid at a sedimentation tank(1); fermenting the settled solid(14) at a fermentation tank(6); mixing the influent water with fermentation liquor; conducting solid/liquid separation at the sedimentation tank(1); recovering raw sludge as settled solid; repeating the above stages; feeding the supernatant of the sedimentation tank(1) to the advanced treatment process to enhance removing efficiency of nitrogen and phosphorus.
NOVELTY - Provided is a method for extracting chlorophyll from excrement of silkworm at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method comprises the steps of collecting excrement of five year old silkworm, drying, cleaning, sterilizing and crushing it; preparing alcohol spirits of an alcoholic strength by volume of 95% vol, by fermenting starch of corn or potato; feeding the alcohol of the second step to excrement of the silkworm by 50-70 wt.%; extracting chlorophyll by agitating the solution of the third step in a high speed using an agitator; extracting chlorophyll by feeding dichloromethane to the excrement by 40-70 wt.% and agitating the same in the high speed agitator; performing centrifugation of the chlorophyll to obtain chlorophyll concentrate; emulsifying the chlorophyll concentrate; and commercializing the chlorophyll concentrate emulsion by mixing with water or starch.
NOVELTY - Refuse derived fuel (RDF) is produced using garbage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The process comprises pulverizing garbage into small pieces with a size no greater than 100 mm; drying the pulverized garbage in a kiln dryer at 230-250 degrees C for 40 minutes, thereby lowering the moisture content of the garbage to ca. 10%; pulverizing the dried garbage into smaller pieces with a size no greater than 3 mm; mixing the dried garbage with sawdust in a ratio of 7:3; adding chemicals to the mixture of the fourth step; performing extrusion molding by inputting the mixture into a pellet extruder; cutting the extrusion molded material; and drying the extrusion molded materials after cutting in a furnace at 50-60 degrees C.
NOVELTY - The expansion machine (3) expands hydrogen at reduced pressure which is supplied to the fuel cell (2) from high pressure tank (1). The energy released during expansion of hydrogen gas is converted to mechanical energy which is used to drive the air blower.    USE - Fuel cell system in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Effectively utilizes the waste energy produced by converting into mechanical energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen tank (1)    fuel cell (2)    expansion machine (3)    electric motor (8)    rotary shaft (14)    condensation reclaimer (21)    heat exchanger for condensation (22)
NOVELTY - The compressed air-supply path formed between the air compressor (1) and fuel cell (14), includes an airing solenoid valve (18) and a two-way type partition solenoid valve (19) that are respectively opened and closed to release the compressed air, to atmosphere for maintaining low-speed running of the compressor. The compressed air is supplied to the fuel cell by opening the two-way type partition solenoid valve.    USE - For supplying compressed air to fuel cell for electric power generation in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The low speed running state of the air compressor when the fuel cell does not require compressed air, enables consumption of only less power. The tracking property of compressed air supply with respect to load fluctuation of fuel cell is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) air compressor operating method; and    (2) compressor air supply amount control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a systematic view of the fuel-cell compressed air supply system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    air compressor (1)    motor (11)    inverter (12)    after cooler (13)    fuel cell (14)    airing solenoid valve (18)    two-way-type partition solenoid valve (19)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell (FC) controller (100) adjusts the temperature-rise start timing of an evaporation unit (210) and an electrically heated catalyst (EHC) for reformation (224), according to the initial state of evaporation unit and EHC for reformation, so as to raise the temperature of evaporation unit and EHC for reformation, in parallel.    USE - Fuel reformer for fuel cell system for electric and hybrid vehicles, ship and electric train/tram.    ADVANTAGE - The offset of completion time of temperature rise of evaporator and EHC for reformation is reduced, by raising the temperature of evaporation unit and EHC for reformation, in parallel and hence starting time of fuel reformer is shortened.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the fuel-cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel-cell system (60)    FC controller (100)    fuel reformer (200)    evaporation unit (210)    EHC for reformation (224)    fuel cell (300)
NOVELTY - The high pressure hydrogen piping (33) connecting the tank (1) and pressure governing valve (37) with a solenoid valve (35) in between, the low pressure hydrogen piping (39) connecting the pressure governing valve and the fuel cell (32) and the valves are mounted to support frame (5) fixed to the vehicle chassis. A brittle portion (43) is provided to the low pressure hydrogen piping.    USE - For connecting hydrogen storage tank and fuel cell in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents deformation of high pressure hydrogen piping at the time of vehicle impact, by receiving the generated stress by brittle portion of low pressure hydrogen piping. Prevents fuel leak in the tank while breakage occurs in brittle portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the internal structure of the fuel cell mounted vehicle.    hydrogen tank (1)    support frame (2)    vehicle (3)    fixed frame (21)    fuel cell (32)    high-pressure hydrogen piping (33)    solenoid valve (35)    pressure governing valve (37)    low-pressure hydrogen piping (39)    brittle portion (43)    dividing cell (49)
NOVELTY - The carbon monoxide (CO) concentration in hydrogen rich gas is estimated from the output of a temperature detector (7) which measures the temperature of the CO removal apparatus (6). An oxygen supply system (13) supplies the oxygen containing gas of controlled amount to the CO removal apparatus.    USE - Fuel cell system used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Accurate CO concentration estimation is performed without requiring an expensive CO sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    CO removal apparatus (6)    temperature measuring device (7)    CO oxidation oxygen supply system (13)
NOVELTY - A thermal decomposition reactor (3) dries and thermally decomposes livestock sewage and produces exhaust gas and char which is recovered by a recovery system. A hot blast stove (7) combusts a portion of the char produced by the thermal decomposition reactor using exhaust heat from the thermal decomposition reactor. The exhaust heat of the hot blast stove is used as a heat source by the thermal decomposition reactor.    USE - Used for livestock sewage disposal.    ADVANTAGE - The process efficiency is improved and the running cost is reduced, as the exhaust heat of the reactor and hot blast stove are used as a heat source.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a char recovery system for a livestock disposal system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the livestock sewage disposal system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Thermal decomposition reactor (3)    Stove (7)
NOVELTY - Austenitic stainless steel comprises (in weight%) chromium (15-25), nickel (7-15), carbon (0.01-0.1), silicon (1-4), manganese (2.0 or less), sulfur (0.008 or less) and substantial amount of iron. The austenitic stainless steel has excellent water resistant vapor oxidizability and red proof scale property.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen from alcohol group fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The austenitic steel for alcohol group fuel modification machines has excellent thermal fatigue property. The oxide film of the austenitic stainless steel stabilizes the chromium group oxide by silicon addition which expresses high environment crossing gate ability without deteriorating the oxide film even when exposed to high temperature for a long time. The water vapor oxidation and red scale generation is restrained. The addition of silicon improves the strength of steel at high temperature. The steel uses the suitable material for alcohol group fuel modifier by which heating and cooling is repeated over temperature range from high temperature to normal temperature.
NOVELTY - A supply conveyance pipe (17) connected to an ejection opening of the hydrogen storage containers (9,10) supplies hydrogen occlusion material (M) from a hydrogen occlusion installation (2) to a hydrogen discharge installation (1) through a supply pipe (7) of a hydrogen discharge container (4).    USE - For motor vehicle which utilizes hydrogen as drive source.    ADVANTAGE - Rapid supply of hydrogen gas to a hydrogen consumption apparatus is provided in short time and the running cost is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen occlusion material usage system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen discharge installation (1)    hydrogen occlusion installation (2)    hydrogen discharge container (4)    supply pipe (7)    hydrogen storage containers (9,10)    supply conveyance pipe (17)    hydrogen occlusion material (M)
NOVELTY - The metal catalyst consists of metal or metallic oxide on a support containing aluminum nitride.    USE - For generating hydrogen in fuel cells by methanol water vapor modification reaction.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst containing aluminum nitride as support has high mechanical strength, water resistance and thermal conductance. During the manufacture and use of catalyst, disintegration of catalyst by hydrolysis is prevented due to the formation of aluminum oxide layer on the support. The catalyst enables to favorably produce hydrogen having minimum carbon monoxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the manufacture of catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an X-ray diffraction spectrum showing the structural change of aluminum nitride support at calcination temperature of catalyst.
NOVELTY - The methane absorbent consists of an oxidation product of porous carbon material.    USE - Useful as component for storing methane (claimed) in gas station and as fuel for motor vehicles and fuel cell electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The porous carbon material of the absorbent, has improved methane absorption effect. The methane is stored easily in the presence of oxygen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) methane absorbent manufacturing method; and    (2) methane storage method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows methane adsorption isotherm of the sample. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Method of composting sludge in human-waste treatment (10), involves mixing one portion of human waste and sludge emitted from water treatment unit without water treatment and composting the sludge by using composting unit (23).    USE - For composting sludge in human-waste treatment and also for utilizing the energy source of human waste during fermentation.    ADVANTAGE - The energy source in the human waste can be effectively utilized for performing fermentation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for human-waste treatment facility, which comprises mixing unit for mixing human waste with sludge ejected from water treatment unit and injection unit for supplying the mixed sludge to composting unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of processing of a human-waste treatment facility (drawing includes non-English language text).    Human-waste treatment (10)    Biological-treatment unit (17)    Composting unit (23)
NOVELTY - A bio-type waste disposer comprising a refuse processing container (3) comprising a stirrer (4) that is driven by a unidirectional motor via a deceleration mechanism for degradation of the refuse, is new.    USE - The new stirrer mechanism is used for stirring bio-type waste in disposer (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - A continuous stirring operation is enabled because the controller reactivates the stirrer after stoppage of the stirrer due to overload. A uniform pressure is maintained inside the container and the generation of a bad smell is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A bio-type waste disposer comprising a refuse processing container (3) comprising a stirrer (4) that is driven by a unidirectional motor via a deceleration mechanism for degradation of the refuse and a lock detection mechanism (7) for monitoring the stoppage of the stirrer when the stirring load of the mixture of refuse and processing material increases beyond the preset value, where the stirrer is stopped, and rotation of the stirrer actuation motor (5) is also stopped, and a controller that supplies electricity to the motor after a predetermined time so as to rotationally drive the stirrer, is new.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the bio-type waste disposer.    Frame (1)    Processing container (3)    Stirrer (4)    Rotary shaft (4a)    Motor (5)    Deceleration mechanism (6)    Sprocket (6a)    Detector (7)    Vortex spring (12)
NOVELTY - A waste-material processing facility comprising a stirring apparatus (3), an automatic warehouse (14) which stores the pallet (P) for holding the stirred waste material for fermentation treatment and cutting back apparatus (20) which cuts the processed object in the pallet, is new.    USE - The waste processing facility is used for fermentation of organic refuse, sludge, juice dregs and fish waste and other industrial waste generated in foodstuff processing industries.    ADVANTAGE - The need for removing the pallet for transporting processed material is avoided, simplifying the installation of the processing facility. The mixing of the foreign material with the processed object is eliminated, increasing the processing efficiency of the waste material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A waste-material processing facility comprises a stirring apparatus (3), an automatic warehouse (14) which stores the pallet for holding the stirred waste material for fermentation treatment and cutting back apparatus (20) which cuts the processed object in the pallet, where the processed object is delivered automatically to a cutting-back apparatus (20) and is supplied to a foreign-material removal apparatus (29) for removing foreign material in the processed object and is returned to the stirring apparatus. The volume reduced processed object is supplied to a stirring apparatus (3) for mixing another waste material after completion of the fermentation treatment. The storage data of the automatic warehouse (14) is recorded on each day.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the waste-material processing facility (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Stirring apparatus (3)    Automatic warehouse (14)    Cutting-back apparatus (20)    Foreign-material removal apparatus (29)    Pallet (P)
NOVELTY - Biochemical removal equipment (I) of nitrate nitrogen comprising a pump (3) connected at the inlet of a treatment tank (5) which is connected to several tanks (11,17), serially, is new. The opening position height of descent pipes (7,13,19) are made low in order from front to final tanks. The outlet of one tank is connected to the inlet of following tank.    USE - (I) is useful for removing the nitrate nitrogen during waste drain.    ADVANTAGE - Enables removing nitrate nitrogen during waste drain, efficiently, by simple apparatus and cheap operating cost. Biochemical removal apparatus is suitable as denitrification apparatus such as waste water of small scale protected horticulture installation, human waste drain of a livestock raising installation and domestic waste water. Reduces pollution of underground water, river, lakes and marshes, greatly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The tanks are filled with biochemical denitrification materials (6,12,18). The lower portion of the tank is equipped with inlets (4,10,16) and outlets (8,14,20) of the waste water. The descent pipe collects the water raised above, after contacting with denitrification materials with sulfur and calcium carbonate. The pipe upper end is opened to the top of tank and its lower end is connected with the outlet of treated water. The water levels in tanks are made lower from front to final tanks, so that the non-treated water flows the subsequent tank in order. The grain shape or aggregated form denitrification materials are filled in tank for facultativity anaerobic sulfur oxidation bacteria, simple substance sulfur and sulfur oxidation bacteria of carbon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the biochemical removal apparatus. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    pump (3)    inlets (4,10,16)    treatment tanks (5,11,17)    biochemical denitrification materials (6,12,18)    descent pipes (7,13,19)    outlets (8,14,20)
NOVELTY - A disturbance of anchorage is generated, when water passes through a disturbance apparatus (3) fixed to a biological slime reaction vessel (1). The biological slime and dirt adhering to it are diminished, to reduce the problem of plugging.    USE - For purifying biological slime using float, in sewage disposal.    ADVANTAGE - Removes biological slime and dirt adhering to it, easily. Prevents problem of plugging.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method involves choosing a trickling filter method or a contact oxidization method or both for adjusting the water level height in the reaction vessel, so as to transfer the float vertically. The floating granule of specific gravity 0.3-0.6 or arbitrary material is used.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the structure of biological slime reaction vessel.    biological slime reaction vessel (1)    disturbance apparatus (3)
NOVELTY - A waste gas containing an offensive odor component is humidified to a relative humidity of 90% or more and contacted with a heat fusible synthetic fiber with bulk density of 31.5-13.8 kg/m3 and porosity of 96% or more as a support for adhering microorganisms. An aerated liquid is sprinkled in a support layer (3) of support.    USE - For deodorization of malodorous gas, such as odor generated from human waste and sewage works, waste water, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Removal of 90% of offensive odor component in waste gas is enabled. Deodorization is performed with a deodorizing apparatus which requires less installation space and cost. Occlusion by adhesion of filamentous fungi is avoided in waste water treatment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow diagram of the above deodorizing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    support layer (3)
NOVELTY - Deodorization of refuse-derived fuel waste gas, where a waste material is first dried, classified and crushed and cooled with air in a cooling device (34) and then molded and set to obtain a refuse-derived fuel product, and the cooled waste gas is introduced into a deodorization furnace (14) and/or a deodorization furnace burner (30) and deodorized, is new.    USE - The method is for deodorizing refuse-derived fuel waste gas (claimed) from municipal wastes and industrial wastes.    ADVANTAGE - By thermally decomposing a waste gas containing a highly-concentrated odor component ejected from the cooling device, the odor component is removed or reduced. The deodorization apparatus for deodorizing waste gas ejected from a cooling device is not required. Thus, installation cost is reduced. Since activated carbon is used as a deodorant, activated carbon exchange cost is eliminated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow sheet of the apparatus which enforces the deodorizing method of the refuse-derived fuel waste gas, as used above. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Hot blast stove (12)    Deodorization furnace (14)    Hot blast stove burner (28)    Deodorization-furnace burner (30)    Cooling device (34)
NOVELTY - Degradation (M1) of plastic, by making plastic to act on Agaricales fungi culture medium, is new.    USE - M1 is useful for decomposition of plastic.    ADVANTAGE - M1 is simple and efficient in treating plastic.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) processing plastic decomposition resistant waste material; and    (2) utilization of Agaricales fungi fruiting body for decomposing plastic material.
NOVELTY - Sludge disposal method comprises decomposing sludge, followed by ultrasound irradiation and methane fermentation.    USE - For disposing sludge generated from waste water treatment and distillation of foodstuff.    ADVANTAGE - The solid substance decomposition ratio of the sludge is increased. The amount of methane gas recovered is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an alternative process in which the sludge is subjected to methane fermentation or methane fermentation and solid-liquid separation process followed by decomposition process and ultrasound process; and    (2) methane fermentation processing apparatus.
NOVELTY - A purification apparatus (1) has a cylinder-shaped external structure (2) containing porous concrete. A spiral-shaped structure (3) produced from the porous concrete is integrated within the external structure. When the upper and lower sides of the purification apparatus are flattened, the purification apparatus forms a rhombus-form conduction path. The purification apparatus purifies a fluid gas.    USE - Used for purification of fluid in rivers, lakes, marshes, sea, buildings, offices and homes (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - By using the purification apparatus in rivers, the habitation environment of organisms is improved and the amount of sludge generated is reduced. By using the purification apparatus in houses and in city areas, harmful exhaust gas is cleaned, and water and sewage are purified. Hence, the purification apparatus prevents environmental maintenance and global warming. By using the purification apparatus in the sea, sea water is purified and also growth and reproduction of fish are enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for;    (1) Use of the above purification apparatus in rivers, lakes, marshes and sea for cleaning sludge and sea water; and    (2) Use of the above purification apparatus in buildings, offices and homes for purifying water, sewage and exhaust gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above purification apparatus.    Purification apparatus (1)    Cylinder-shaped external structure (2)    Spiral-shaped structure (3)    Convex-shaped component (4)    Concave-shaped component (5)
NOVELTY - Aerobic-treatment (M1) of waste water comprising a reaction vessel containing a carrier which supports an aerobic bacteria contained in activated sludge, where the carrier is a granule sludge (2) containing an anaerobe, or its crushed material, is new.    USE - M1 is useful for treating waste water (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - M1 is economical and efficient due to the quick formation of a microorganism-film, which provides an inexpensive carrier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow sheet of the aerobic-treatment method of waste water (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Granule sludge (2)
NOVELTY - Air ejected from a fermentation drying apparatus (3) after drying the organic waste, is deodorized in a deodorizing apparatus (9). The deodorized air is input into a refrigeration unit (11) where it is cooled and then it is dehumidified in a dehumidification condenser (14).    USE - For processing combustion of organic waste e.g. organic sludge, live stock excrements, human waste, foodstuff scum, marine products scum, etc., in incineration combustion process plant.    ADVANTAGE - Utilizes heat energy of waste gas for an electricity generation. Performs combustion process of organic waste with high moisture content, efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of incineration combustion process plant.    Fermentation drying apparatus (3)    Deodorizing apparatus (9)    Refrigeration unit (11)    Dehumidification condenser (14)
NOVELTY - Organic-refuse drying apparatus (I) comprising a blower (3) for cooling the drying chamber (5) when indoor humidity reduces to a predetermined value, where during cooling, discharge of water vapor and odor into the atmosphere through a bypass pipe (21), is prevented and where the heat feed zone (A) is driven for a certain period by a controller even after the decrease of humidity, is new.    USE - (I) is used for pretreating organic refuse such as food processing residue.    ADVANTAGE - (I) prevents the discharge of atmospheric vapor and odor into the bypass pipe.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic refuse dryer (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Thermogenesis chamber (1)    Burner (2)    Blower (3)    Hot air moving space (4)    Drying chamber (5)    Exhaust pipe (8)    Bypass pipe (21)    Shut-off valve (22)    Regenerator (23)    Heat feed zone (A)    Dry portion of drying chamber (B)
NOVELTY - Garbage disposal, where the garbage is dumped into a garbage stirring disposal tank which contains a mixture of ground coffee bean refuse, wood chips, baked vermiculite powder, rice bran and their addition compounds, at warm atmospheric condition, to decompose and decay the garbage, is new.    USE - For disposing garbage by decomposition and decay.    ADVANTAGE - Enables decomposing and decaying the garbage at high speed, and also prevents the generation of offensive odor.
NOVELTY - Garbage disposal device, where a controller controls the time for discharging specific amount of treated garbage from a garbage disposal tank to be immediately prior to and larger than the preset time during which the tank receives additional load, is new.    USE - For fermentation and digestion processes.    ADVANTAGE - Preventing overflow of untreated garbage by suitably adjusting treated garbage disposal time.
NOVELTY - Manufacturing manure, where a raw material is prepared by cutting the trees, grasses, weeds or vegetable waste and is heated based on seed germination prevention time, is new. The heated material is filled in a air permeable container for performing fermentation upto three days or more.    USE - For manufacturing organic manures.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures effective killing of harmful seeds of weeds due to perfect temperature treatment.
NOVELTY - Waste decomposition apparatus (1) having an agitator (5) with an endless vertical chain (8) to which multiple flight trays (10) are fixed to slide over a rail (21), is new. The trays take a hooking position for scooping and closing position for dropping the waste for agitation on forward and reverse directions, respectively.    USE - For decomposition treatment of organic waste such as raw refuse and excreta by fermentation decomposition.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces scooping resistance, and vibration in the apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the operation of waste decomposition treatment apparatus.    Waste decomposition treatment apparatus (1)    Agitator (5)    Endless vertical chain (8)    Flight trays (10)    Rail (21).
NOVELTY - Treating organic waste, where an oxygen enriching apparatus constitutes an oxygen enriching membrane module for selectively separating oxygen from air circulated by a fan, is new. The oxygen enriched air output from the apparatus and an accelerating agent comprising several kinds of minerals, are fed into a treatment tank.    USE - For treating organic waste such as garbages.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste is decomposed efficiently.
NOVELTY - Garbage treating apparatus, where a treating tank (1) with rotary agitating blade decomposes fed garbage by agitating the filled treating material, is new. A water tank (3) stores water condensed from water content in garbage in the treating tank. A pH sensor (4) measures pH of the condensed water in the tank.    USE - Garbage treating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The garbage is treated with improved efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a garbage treating apparatus. (Drawing contains non-English language text).    Treating tank (1)    Water tank (3)    pH sensor (4).
NOVELTY - In a process to operate a waste disposal facility, organic refuse is placed in an open location and covered by a gas-tight seal. The refuse ferments, discharging gas through one or more outlets as fuel for e.g. an electrical generator. An external supply of biogas arising e.g. from animal slurry or horse stables is especially admixed to the gas arising from fermentation of refuse.    USE - Process to operate a municipal waste disposal facility as a source of fuel gas.    ADVANTAGE - The admixture of biogas maintains the economic efficiency of the power generation operation over an extended period.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The admixed biogas may also arise from e.g. waste water treatment, anaerobic sludge, composting, coal mine gases or chemical processes. In a first phase the waste disposal facility operates as an active collection site until full. In a second stage, the waste is capped by a gas-tight seal and discharges gas for approximately 30 years at the full rate. In a third phase, gases continue to discharge but at a reduced rate lasting approximately 70 years. The biogas is introduced and admixed during this third phase.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a plan view of a gas collection system with biogas admixture assembly.    Gas collector pipe (1)    Active gas removal station (2)    Gas pipe (3)    Gas analysis station (4)    Gas mixer (5)    Regulation and control (6)    Deflagration (7)    Condensed water separator (8)    Compressor (9)    Gas motors (10)    Biomass supply point (12)    Shredder (13)    Silo (14)    Mixer/dosing (15)    Slurry tank (16)    Pump (17)    Fermentation reactor (18)    Residues for disposal (19)    Final stage fermentation (20)
NOVELTY - The production of a regenerated fuel rod comprises pulverizing inflammable waste, forming a powdered material, screening the powdered material to remove impurities, extruding the inflammable wastes powder and making the powder into a fuel rod structure with special size and compact density.    ADVANTAGE - The process allows the production of fuel rods with different combustion effects.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to the field of agricultural plantation using high technology. It provides the technological scheme of switching over to cultivating carica papaya in originally opium poppy cultivating land and includes seedling, seeding growth, transplanting, irrigation, applying fertilizer, preventing pests, pollination, slurry cutting, picking etc. Carica papaya may be used in producing flavor food, extracting natural plant proteinase and producing enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage. The present invention makes it possible to reduce drug material.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to the field of agricultural plantation using high technology. It solves the technological problem of carica papaya seedling, seeding raising the transplanting inside some plastic green house with soil temperature over 15 deg.C and humidity over 60%. The technological process of the comprehensive management includes after manuring, irrigation, preventing and controlling diseases and pests, pollination, slurry cutting, picking and collecting root, stem and leaf. It makes it possible for planting carica papaya in large scale and carica papaya may be used in producing flavor food, extracting natural plant enzyme and producing enzyme preparation for decomposing garbage.
NOVELTY - Process for treating and/or reforming gaseous fuels comprises placing a gaseous fuel or gas mixture containing the gaseous fuel into a reactor vessel and producing a non-thermal plasma using an electron beam with an acceleration voltage of less than 20 kV generated outside the reaction vessel.    USE - Used for producing hydrogen for off-site applications.    ADVANTAGE - The required electrical network for the electron source is easily accessible.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a device for carrying out the process comprising units (41-47) assigned to an electron source (40) for producing an electron beam and coupling the electron beam (48) in the reactor vessel, and an electron-permeable window arranged in the reactor vessel for coupling the electrons from the electron source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the electron beam source.    electron source (40)    units for producing an electron beam (41-47)    electron beam (48)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises a pressurizing mechanism, a fuel tank, a reformer, a fuel cell, a canister, a first passage, a first valve and a controller. The pressurizing mechanism aspirates an oxygen-containing gas. The fuel cell generates power by reacting the oxygen-containing gas from the pressurizing mechanism and hydrogen-containing gas from the reformer.    USE - Fuel cell for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system processes fuel vapor in a fuel tank without consuming excessive energy, thus fuel economy of the fuel cell system is improved. It efficiently uses gas fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell system comprises a pressurizing mechanism, a fuel tank (10), a reformer (12), a fuel cell (1), a canister (11), a first passage (25), a first valve (6) and a controller (20). The pressurizing mechanism aspirates an oxygen-containing gas and delivers it under pressure. The reformer generates a hydrogen-containing gas from raw fuel supplied from the fuel tank. The fuel cell generates power by reacting the oxygen-containing gas from the pressurizing mechanism and hydrogen-containing gas from the reformer. The canister connected to the fuel tank absorbs fuel vapor from the fuel tank. The first passage connects the canister and the aspiration side of the pressurizing mechanism. The first valve is in the first passage. The controller opens the first valve to connect the canister to the aspiration side of the pressurizing mechanism. The fuel vapor absorbed by the canister is to be purged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the fuel cell.    Fuel cell (1)    First Valve (6)    Second, third and fourth valves (4, 8, 16)    Fuel tank (10)    Canister (11)    Reformer (12)    Burner (13)    Passage (25)
NOVELTY - Providing compositions which overcome problems of prior art such as corrosive decomposition and separation of liquid resin phase from the filler.    USE - For forming an electrochemical cell flow field plate (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive conductive molding composition can solve molding and cracking problems. It can also provide improved properties, e.g. coefficient of thermal expansion, electrical and thermal conductivity, shrink resistance, or mechanical properties.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A conductive molding composition comprises an unsaturated prepolymer resin with unsaturated polyester or vinyl ester resin; an unsaturated material copolymerizable with the resin and a terminal ethylene group; a particulate conductive filler with at least 50% particles larger than 200 mum to provide a bulk conductivity of at least 70 S/cm to the product; and an initiator to initiate the copolymerization.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a fuel cell flow plate; and    (2) a method for making a conductive product.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a bipolar fuel cell plate made by the inventive conductive molding composition.    Plate (10)    Flow channels (12)    Ports (14, 16)    Entry and exit fluid manifolds (18, 19)    Bipolar plates (20)
NOVELTY - A liquid hydrocarbon mixture is continuously supplied in metered quantities and completely vaporized to form a vaporized hydrocarbon mixture without decomposition. The vaporized mixture is contacted with at least one gaseous reactant to produce gaseous hydrocarbon reactant mixture which is reformed to produce reformate gas. The reformate gas is directed towards an intended use.    USE - For fuel cell for propulsion of vehicles (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reformation method is inexpensive, and consumes low energy. Reformation of liquid hydrocarbon mixture is performed at low temperature without the formation of unwanted residues such as tar or soot. The reformation provides good intermixing and heat transfer of hydrocarbon mixture with reactant. Homogeneous preparation of reaction mixture and minimization of the secondary cracking reaction during reformation are enabled, since no pyrolysis reactions take place at low operating temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for reformer device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematic representation of the device.
NOVELTY - The method involves flowing a reactant gas through a fuel cell (10) in a direction, so that the cell produces a power output greater than zero. The flow of the gas is stopped so that the power output becomes zero. The gas is then supplied in another opposite direction so that the power output of the cell becomes greater than zero.    USE - Used for operating fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The switching of the flow direction of the reactant gas prolongs the useful life of the fuel cell. The method can be performed without hydrating the reactant gas so that flooding can be avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a system including a fuel cell.    Fuel cell. (10)
NOVELTY - An aerobic reactor comprising a non-rotating blending chamber (12) receiving organic waste which is transferred to a rotating cylindrical vessel (13) for decomposition, is new. The opening of the vessel is formed of width less than that of the blending chamber (12). A vacuum pump (48) is regulated to control decomposition rate of the waste within the reactor (11).    USE - The apparatus is useful for rapid oxidation reduction of solid organic wastes (claimed), e.g. wastes from dairy barns and poultry houses.    ADVANTAGE - The material handling requirements of the reactor are minimized, simplifying maintenance procedures so that the reactor is unlikely to require shutdown for maintenance or repair.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the dual chamber aerobic reactor.    reactor (11)    blending chamber (12)    cylindrical vessel (13)    vacuum pump (48)
NOVELTY - The cross section of a nozzle piece (34) forms a gas flow route on a fuel plate (56). An oxidizing agent plate (26) is formed smaller than one portion of nozzle piece.    USE - For circulation gas.    ADVANTAGE - Enables stable electric power generation property due to the formation of the oxidizing agent plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the fuel cell.    Oxidizing agent plate (26)    Nozzle piece (34)    Fuel plate (56)
NOVELTY - The ball and roller bearings (14,15) are provided between the shaft (11a) and housing (11b). An impeller (12) of a compressor is fixed to the edge of the shaft. A sealing unit (1) is fixed to the impeller side bearing.    USE - For supporting rotary shaft of water vapor force feeding device, compressor used for fuel cell in motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the penetration of foreign materials inside the bearing assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the water vapor force feeding device equipped with ball and roller bearing assembly.    sealing unit (1)    ball and roller bearing assembly (10)    impeller (12)    ball and roller bearings (14,15)    shaft (11a)    housing (11b)
NOVELTY - An aspirator (24) sucks air from a waste material (15) conveyed to a main housing (1) through a screw conveyor (16). The sucked air is ejected to the atmosphere.    USE - Used for dry distillation processing of waste materials such as municipal solid waste and shredder dust.    ADVANTAGE - The sucked air from the waste material is ejected into the atmosphere, preventing the entry of air into the main housing of the dry distillation device and preventing the combustion of waste material due to mixing of the air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the continuous dry distillation apparatus and an expanded sectional view of the aspirator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Main housing of dry distillation device (1)    Injection hopper (14)    Waste material (15)    Screw conveyor (16)    Aspirator (24)    Suction box (26)    Suction fan (28)
NOVELTY - Continuous purification method for ammonia gas involves introducing ammonia gas into dehydrating tower (3) packed with barium oxide, passing dehydrated ammonia into distillation column (4) and refluxing to separate impurities, liquefying ammonia gas in cooling unit (41) and storing in storage unit. Trace amount of impurities in stored liquid is removed by boiling under low heating process.    USE - For use in manufacturing process of semiconductor device.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to produce high purity ammonia gas at economically by collaboration of dehydration and distillation process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Continuous purification method for ammonia gas involves:    (a) introducing ammonia gas into dehydrating tower (3) packed with dehydrating agent such as barium oxide at room temperature    (b) passing the dehydrated ammonia gas into distillation column (4);    (c) refluxing by using refluxing unit (42) to separate impurities having low boiling point;    (d) liquefying ammonia gas in upper portion of cooling unit (41) by condensation process and    (e) storing the distilled ammonia in storage unit (43).    The trace amount of impurities in the stored liquid are removed by boiling under low heating process.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for continuous refiner for purification of the ammonia gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows explanatory drawing of the continuous purification process of ammonia gas. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    dehydrating tower (3)    distillation column (4)    upper portion of cooling unit (41)    refluxing unit (42)    storage unit (43)
NOVELTY - Steam generated by evaporator (1) as heating gas and sulfur removed town gas from desulfurizer (2) are supplied as raw material gas to the modifier (3). A solenoid valve (51) in desulfurized gas supply line (42) which is connected with the steam line (41) and the modifier, is open/closed by controller (7) based on operation of modifier.    USE - For fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses reduction of sulfur absorption property of desulfurizer due to excess moisture content, as the solenoid valve in desulfurized gas supply line is controlled based on modifier operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a block diagram of the fuel modifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Evaporator (1)    Desulfurizer (2)    Modifier (3)    Controller (7)    Steam line (41)    Gas supply line (42)    Solenoid valve (51)
NOVELTY - A conical mixing vessel (20) is arranged adjacent to a hollow mixing vessel (10) mixing fuel and water vapor. The cross-section of the constriction portion (21) of the vessel (20), is smaller than the circular end face (12) of the vessel (10), and the cross-section of the enlargement portion (22) is larger than the constriction portion (21).    USE - In reformer of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - As flow rate of mixed water vapor and reformed gas fuel is increased by the constriction portion, reformation efficiency is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the reformer.    Hollow mixing vessel (10)    Circular end face of vessel (12)    Conical mixing vessel (20)    Constriction portion (21)    Enlargement portion (22)
NOVELTY - The reaction chambers at upstream and downstream sides are divided multiply. The hydrogen separation membranes (25) are provided at the reaction partitions other than uppermost flow side reaction portion (1).    USE - For separating hydrogen from hydrocarbon fuel, pure water raw material in combustors, for use in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Durability of hydrogen separation membrane increases, as the thermal strain is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline of the modification reaction device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    uppermost flow side reaction portion (1)    down side reaction portion (3)    hydrogen separation membranes (25)
NOVELTY - A controler (19) judges the deterioration degree of the hydrogen separation membrane (10) which removes hydrogen from the reformed gas. Dilute combustion gas containing oxygen is supplied to the reforming catalyst (6) according to deterioration degree during starting of the reformer. When the temperature of the membrane reaches a predetermined value, the original heating gas is supplied and reformation is started.    USE - Fuel reformer for use in fuel-cell system (claimed) to produce reforming gas from original fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The permeability of the hydrogen separation membrane which deteriorated by caulking is recovered reliably, since the supply is controlled according to deterioration degree.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel-cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text.)    Reforming catalyst (6)    Hydrogen separation membrane (10)    Controler (19)    Temperature sensor (24)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a reformation unit (102) to which gas containing oxygen emitted from cathode (118) of fuel cell (114), is applied. Complete oxidation of hydrocarbon fuel is carried out in the reformation unit based on the gas supplied from cathode. The gas output from the reformation unit is applied to anode (116) of fuel cell.    USE - For power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Since oxidation of hydrocarbon fuel is carried out in reformation unit, sufficient moisture content is ensured and thus the temperature of each component is increased to target temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reformation unit (102)    fuel cell (114)    anode (116)    cathode (118)
NOVELTY - The freezing prevention method of liquid fuels involves dissolving 70-260 g/l of sodium tetrahydridoborate in at least 10 mass% aqueous sodium hydroxide solution.    USE - For preventing freezing of liquid fuels used for generating hydrogen used as negative electrode liquid of a fuel cells (claimed) for motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Freezing prevention method prevents freezing of the liquid fuel for hydrogen generation, without addition of antifreezing agent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a graph showing the relationship of the addition ratio of sodium tetrahydridoborate and freezing point, with respect to different concentrations of aqueous sodium hydroxide solution. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The mass flowmeters (24,25) measure the flow rate of liquefied petroleum (LP) gas, based on result of which a service condition setting unit (31) sets up service condition of the reformation processing unit (2).    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Maintains favorable running state, since output control is performed appropriately by simple structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    reformation processing unit (2)    mass flowmeters (24,25)    service condition setting unit (31)
NOVELTY - A mixed gas (a) comprising methane as main constituent and water (b) or antifreeze is contacted to produce a hydrate (d). The hydrate is transferred to slurry storage tank (3) and excess water or antifreeze is removed. The concentration of the slurry is increased and the hydrate is conveyed to relay base.    USE - For hydrating mixed gas containing methane as main constituent such as natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacture mode of hydrate transportation improves the transportation efficiency of hydrate, decreases transportation cost, saves energy and prevents bonding of hydrate during storage and transportation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an installation which enforces hydrate manufacture mode of transportation.    Slurry storage tank (3)    Mixed gas (a)    Water (b)    Hydrate (d)
NOVELTY - Structural components of semicellulose and cells except cellulose, are removed by irradiating far infrared light using cedar tip material and are processed with water vapor.    USE - The cedar tip material manufacturing method is useful in bio-type waste disposers.    ADVANTAGE - Increases the durability of cedar tip material, increases adhesion active area of microorganisms, improves organic refuse capacity of bio-type waste disposer, reduces the running cost of cedar tip material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining cedar tip material manufacturing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Several fermentation treatment tanks (1-6) are provided for anaerobic treatment of organic waste. The organic waste is supplied into each tank for every predetermined time period.    USE - For fermentation of organic waste generated in foodstuffs works.    ADVANTAGE - The ejection of non fermented waste is prevented by repeated processing of the organic waste in each fermentation treatment tank. The anaerobic treatment of the organic waste generates methane gas for secondary utilization.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Each fermentation tank is arranged orderly in the ground floor. The raw material organic waste is the organic waste of bean curd lees.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fermentation apparatus.    fermentation treatment tanks (1-6)
NOVELTY - The organic refuse treatment casing (1) has partitions (2,3) to form several treatment tanks (4,5,6). In the treatment tanks (4,5) microbial bed of suitable quantity for decomposing organic refuse are provided. A stirrer (12) in the casing, stirs the treated water containing organic refuse so that contact between the refuse and the microbes are maintained.    USE - For decompose treatment of organic refuse collected from kitchen, by installing at bottom of kitchen sink.    ADVANTAGE - Due to the stirrer the treatment water is stir efficiently and refuse processing is performed well without generation of bad smell. The time and effort of the organic refuse conveyance is saved, since the apparatus is compact in structure and it is installed in the bottom of the kitchen sink. Handling of refuse by human hand is avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A switching valve (10) provided at intake of casing is operated, according to introduction of organic refuse. The treatment tanks (4,5) has mesh filter which prevents drainage of microbial bed and garbage within the tank. Oxygen supply unit (14) is connected to the bottom of the tanks. A water heater (18) is provided at the bottom of the tank (4). The casing has the inlet pipe through which organic refuse with water is supplied inside and has discharge port with outlet pipe to sent out treated water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the organic refuse treatment apparatus.    casing (1)    partitions (2,3)    treatment tanks (4-6)    switching valve (10)    stirrer (12)    oxygen supply unit (14)    water heater (18)
NOVELTY - Method for treating wastewater biologically, involves grinding organic refuse solid part to a particle size of 4 mm or less by a disposer (1), mixing solid part containing organic refuse and dish washing wastewater from kitchen (3), supplying the mixture to an aerator (5), decomposing the organic refuse by lipolysis splitting microorganisms and supplying the contents to settling tank (6).    USE - For treating kitchen wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple, cost effective and eliminates the problem of generation of bad smell at the time of organic refuse storage. The method is further adopted in foodstuffs recycling process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an installation for performing biological wastewater treatment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    disposer (1)    kitchen (3)    aerator (5)    settling tank (6)    draining prevention unit (7)
NOVELTY - A catalyst powder containing copper, zinc, an inorganic binder and an organic binder is compacted and baked to obtain the honey-comb type methanol modification catalyst.    USE - For solid polymer fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method produces catalyst with excellent catalyst property, long life, suppresses powdering and provides fuel cell with favorable qualities.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the solid polymer fuel cell using the honey-comb type methanol modification catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A high temperature fermentation microbe is added to an organic waste (1) whose moisture content is adjusted, and organic waste is deposited, fermented and decomposed. Oxygen necessary for fermentation and decomposition is supplied. Fermentation and supply of oxygen are repeated. The fermented organic waste is ripened to obtain an organic deodorizing material (8).    USE - For manufacture of an organic deodorizing material by processing organic waste such as food residue containing life waste material, distillation waste material, agriculture and forestry waste materials, stock raising waste material containing litter and excrements of livestock, fishery waste material from fish processing plant, straw, chaff, saw dust, sake lees, bean curd lees and mash, and coffee dreg, oil cake and tea residue discarded from home. The organic deodorizing material is used as soil improvement material.    ADVANTAGE - Since material for water content adjustment is added to organic waste, generation of bad smell in manufacture of organic deodorizing material is prevented. The organic deodorizing material produced has high soil improvement effect and antimicrobial property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the organic deodorizing material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of manufacture of the organic deodorizing material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    organic waste (1)    organic deodorizing material (8)
NOVELTY - A granule or powders such as earth and sand, and liquids such as water are used as raw material for production of gas hydrate. The raw materials are held in the container (21). Then the container is cooled by acting a centrifugal force with respect to the container. The gas which hydrates in earth and sand, is pressed-in to produce gas hydrate.    USE - For producing gas hydrate.    ADVANTAGE - The method reproduces a state of gas-hydrate existing in earth. The gas hydrate has excellent transparency and reflectivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) simulation apparatus (20) for producing gas hydrate, which has container for holding liquids and granules, cooler (23) and implantation hole (24); and    (2) simulation system for producing gas hydrate, which has simulation apparatus and centrifugation loading apparatus (10) for rotating the simulation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front elevation and side view of structure of simulation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    centrifugation loading apparatus (10)    simulation apparatus (20)    container (21)    cooler (23)    implantation hole (24)    heater (26)    physical sensor (27)    pole penetrating equipment (28)    excavator (29)    layer (D)
NOVELTY - An anaerobic drainage treatment apparatus (12) processes organic waste water to produce biogas. A gas turbine generator (14) burns the biogas, and a high calorie fuel supply apparatus (16) supplies high calorie fuel (2) to an auxiliary target in the gas turbine generator. The output electric power is controlled by controlling the flow of high calorie fuel.    USE - Used as a gas turbine electric power generator.    ADVANTAGE - The output of the gas turbine apparatus is stabilized by supplying fuel of high calorie w.r.t the biogas produced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the gas turbine electric power generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    High calorie fuel (2)    Anaerobic drainage treatment apparatus (12)    Gas turbine generator (14)    High calorie fuel supply apparatus (16)
NOVELTY - A gasification furnace (10) includes a nozzle (23) along a furnace wall (10a) for mounting various apparatuses such as burner, ITV camera. A purge (24) is provided to the side wall of the nozzle, for injecting inert gas or steam. Another valve is provided for closing an air supply path through which combustion air is blown to the apparatus mounting nozzle.    USE - Gasifier for gasification of motor vehicle waste material such as waste tire, shredder, and also biomass waste, industrial waste.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the leakage of external air into the apparatus mounting nozzle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for gasifier operating method which involves injecting inert gas or steam into purge using lever.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of nozzle of the gasifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gasification furnace (10)    Furnace wall (10a)    Apparatus mounting nozzle (23)    Purge (24)
NOVELTY - A flammable agent is supplied to fluid bed gasifier (10) in a preset quantity by a flammable supply structure (II) (22) having sealing function. Structure (II) is supplied with the flammable agent in an unfixed amount by another flammable supply structure (I). Structure (I) has sealing function which prevents external air leak in gasifier. The gasifier has fluid bed (11) which flows by fluidization gas (12).    USE - For supplying flammable agents such as motor vehicle waste material, municipal solid waste, industrial waste, biomass waste material, medical waste, waste tire and shredder dust to fluid bed gasifiers.    ADVANTAGE - The fluctuation of production gas from the fluid bed gasifier is made small by the flammable supply method. The stabilization of operation control of fluid bed gasifier is performed easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for flammable supply apparatus for fluid bed gasifiers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline structure of a fluid bed gasifier and flammable supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fluid bed gasifier (10)    Fluid bed (11)    Fluidization gas (12)    Flammable supply structure (II) (22)
NOVELTY - A start up method for melting furnaces in which the combustion temperature inside the melting furnace (108) is set up after supplying char which is separated from silica sand, into the furnace, is new.    USE - For combustion of municipal solid waste, refuse-derived fuel (RDF), waste plastic, waste FRP, biomass waste material, motor vehicle waste material and waste oil.    ADVANTAGE - Avoids damage to bag filters by burning the char completely.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the melting furnace.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the structure of waste treatment equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Melting furnace (108)
NOVELTY - A urine processing apparatus comprises a solid-liquid separation unit (2) and filtration processor containing several filtration units (7-10) which filter separated liquid. The unit (2) separates human waste poured with wash water from toilet device (1) to solid and liquid. Natural circulation is performed between units (7-10) using natural pressure. Microorganisms are fixed on the filtration units.    USE - As toilet inside and outside house, national and quasi-national park, striking area, exercise field, shrine temple, theme park, highway service area and tollgate, aerodrome, harbor, parking lot, work, job and campsite.    ADVANTAGE - The urine processing apparatus performs specialized, specified and efficient purification process. Energy saving and cost reduction are achieved. The purification is performed by decompose-treating microorganisms with the filter medium.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show top and sectional views of the entire structure of a simple toilet. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    toilet device (1)    solid-liquid separation unit (2)    filtration units (7-10)
NOVELTY - Processing a biodegradable resin molding comprising contacting with a compound and/or microorganism which decomposes biodegradable resin in the molding, followed by reclamation of land, is new.    USE - The method is useful for processing of a waste biodegradable resin molding.    ADVANTAGE - Biodegradation of biodegradable resin molding is performed completely in a short period of time. Influence of climate, soil type, season etc, on the biodegradability of the molding is minimized.
NOVELTY - A raw water containing ammoniacal nitrogen as electron donor is supplied to denitrification tank (1). Denitrification of organisms is performed in the presence of nitride nitrogen as electron acceptor by action of denitrification microorganisms. A biological oxygen demand source is added to the tank so that oxygen consumption coefficient of a liquid mixture becomes 0.1 mg/l/hour or more and organisms are denitrified.    USE - The method is useful for denitrifying organisms.    ADVANTAGE - The inhibition of denitrification reaction by dissolved oxygen is cheaply and reliably prevented and a stable and efficient organism denitrification process is performed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for biological denitrification equipment which has:    (a) inlet for raw water;    (b) outlet for process liquid;    (c) denitrification tank;    (d) oxygen consumption coefficient measurement unit (3);    (e) supply unit (2) for biological oxygen demand source; and    (f) control unit (4) for controlling the supply of biological oxygen demand source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the systematic diagram of biological denitrification equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    denitrification tank (1)    biological oxygen demand source supply unit (2)    oxygen consumption coefficient measurement unit (3)    control unit (4)
NOVELTY - A drive base (9) on which a stirrer base (7) with stirrers is provided, is reciprocatably arranged on the edges of fermenter (11), to push the processed object (12) to ejection opening (14) of fermenter.    USE - The processing apparatus is useful for promoting processing of organic refuse and fermentation of an aerobic bacterium.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive apparatus saves power and performs easy classification after fermentation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A drive base (9) on which a stirrer base (7) with stirrers is provided, is reciprocatably arranged on the edges of fermenter (11), to push the processed object (12) to ejection opening (14) of fermenter. Stirrer base with stirrers on drive base is moved using motor (8) and a deposit removal and orbit control apparatus controls the stirring rod (1), while preventing the increase of load during stirring.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of stirring apparatus of the organic refuse processing apparatus.    Stirring rod (1)    Stirrer base (7)    Motor (8)    Drive base (9)    Fermenter (11)    Processed object (12)    Ejection opening (14)
NOVELTY - In a process to simultaneously compress and purify gas arising natural organic processes, the gas is introduced through the base of a vessel containing a combined compression/purification fluid. The gas is then further compressed and purified by sprayed introduction of additional compression/purification fluid to remove especially CH-gases.    USE - Process and assembly to remove selected gaseous components from naturally-occurring CH-gases or biogas by compression and selective washing.    ADVANTAGE - The process is suitable for use in association with the organic break-down of capped refuse deposits.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an assembly in which a number of compression/purification vessels forms a battery arranged in series, and in which the temperature is regulated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows two banks of suitable gas compressor/purifying units in series operation. (Drawing includes non English-language text).    Feed pipe (A)    back-flow prevention valve (C1 - C6)    compression/purification vessels (I - III)    return feed pipe to reservoir with valves (D1 - D6)    pump for compression/cleaning fluid (P1, P2)    spray had feed pipe for compression/cleaning fluid (L1 - L6)    pressure inlet valve to spray head (E1 - E6)    gas filling level valve (F1 - F6)
NOVELTY - Biomass fermentation basin for gas production, comprising a shallow downward entry ramp for vehicles serving for filling or emptying of the basin, is new.    USE - The basin is useful for the production of gas through the fermentation of biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The fermentation process can be carried out without use of large amounts of water and extensive pumping facilities.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic perspective view of the proposed fermentation basin.    Openable gastight cover (1)    Shallow downward ramp (2)    Loading/unloading vehicle (3)
NOVELTY - Municipal organic and vegetable wastes are disposed by combining anaerobic biological fermentation with aerobic biological liquid stabilization by the addition of flowing water, followed by optional follow-on composting of de-watered material. The liquid phase is especially subjected to extended aerobic biological stabilization in proportion to the extent of break-down achieved in the anaerobic reactor.    USE - Waste disposal process for municipal and biological wastes.    ADVANTAGE - The follow-on composting process takes considerably less time than prior art.
NOVELTY - Support for impregnating with microorganisms has a pore size of at most 500 mu and comprises diatomaceous earth, pumice, glass and quartz sand and/or chamotte.    USE - For purifying aquarium water (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Degradation of harmful agents is improved.
NOVELTY - The method involves using a compressor with a moisturizing function to provide sufficient unmoisturized oxidant. The compressor operates at very low pressure and the oxidant moisturizing corresponds approximately to the dew point at the cooling water outlet temperature. If adequate moisturizing of the oxidant is no longer occurring at the defined low pressure the input pressure is increased and the oxidant output is choked in a regulated manner.    USE - For operating a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane or PEM fuel cell system with a combustion gas and an oxidant.    ADVANTAGE - Suitable measures are provided for moisturizing the operating air of fuel cell systems    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane or PEM fuel cell system for implementing the inventive method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a fuel cell module with a pressure adjustment arrangement    compressor (35)    pressure meter (25)    fuel cell stack (10)    drive electronics (20)    controler (30)
NOVELTY - Process for switching off a methanol fuel cell system composed of a vaporizer, a reformer and a water separator comprises reducing the water to fuel mixing ratio and/or lowering the operating temperature.    USE - Switching off a methanol fuel cell system in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system has an improved cold start behavior.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: The switching off process is carried out while the ignition of the vehicle is switched off. A fuel content of at least 3 vol.% is adjusted by additionally adding a fuel before or after the water separator.
NOVELTY - A gasified product of biomass is utilized in heating, so that the biomass to be liquefied to obtain heat without using an intermediate solid heat carrier. The complete liquefaction includes mixing of crushed biomass with biological gas, cracking of the crushed biomass, and separation between and collection of the biological oil and the biological gas. The liquefying equipment comprises a biomass gasifying furnace, a biomass liquefier, a gas-solid separator and a condenser.    ADVANTAGE - The process offers a reasonable technologically simple process, using equipment with a simple structure, and has no secondary pollution.
NOVELTY - The generator has two water containers attached to the top and bottom of a common chain drive. The containers (J) move up and down alternately in sealed pipes (L) as they are filled with water at the top of the column and emptied at the bottom. The downward movement of the chain drives a dynamo (H) that provides electricity to an electrolyzing device (P) that produces hydrogen for a fuel cell (A)    USE - To produce electricity from a hydrogen fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Does not require large scale construction program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Diagram of hydrogen fuel cell    Fuel cell (A)    Dynamo (H)    Water containers (J)    Pipes (L)    Electrolyzer (P)
NOVELTY - Preparation of peat-free medium (A) comprises mixing (i) predecomposed recycled chips of chipboard prepared using urea-formaldehyde resin, (ii) sawdust and/or wood grinding powder and (iii) nutrients for optimal microbial growth in (i) and (ii). The mixture is wetted to 80% of its maximum water holding capacity then composted under aerobic conditions.    USE - The medium is used for growing plants or for improving soil.    ADVANTAGE - The method produces a peat substitute which is inexpensive to make, has good physical properties (particularly a lower water capacity, ensuring improved supply of oxygen to the roots, and it is easier to rewet than peat), high stability and nitrogen content and it is suitable for blending with other components of growth media.
NOVELTY - The burner has a combustion chamber (9) with a taper that enlarges in a flame radiation direction to vary flow rate of combusted gas. A distributor (8) with upper-stage gas injection ports (14) injects fuel gas and off-gas into the chamber. Air injection ports (16) formed in the tapered sidewall of the chamber and lower-stage gas injection ports inject combustion air to collide with fuel gas and off-gas.    USE - Used for operating hydrogen generation systems in fuel cell systems.    ADVANTAGE - The burner provides stable combustion of fuel gas and off-gas that have different burning velocities to produce hydrogen in a stable manner even with a fluctuated power generation load thereby allowing stable operation of fuel cell system. The temperature achieved when fuel is burnt is relatively small, thus the generation of the nitrogen oxides can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view illustrating configuration of a burner.    Distributor (8)    Combustion chamber (9)    Upper-stage gas injection ports (14)    Air injection ports. (16)
NOVELTY - The cell has a pair of metal sheet separators that sandwiches an assembly with electrodes on either side of electrolyte. The separators have reactant gas passage (36) to supply a fuel gas or an oxygen containing gas to an electrode. The passage has a set of protrusions (41) projecting from a separator surface and a guide rib (42a) that joins two protrusions to uniformly guide the gas to the electrode surface.    USE - Used for generating electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The guide ribs guides the reactant gas uniformly to the surface, thereby preventing the reactant gas from flow failure and hence achieving a good generating capability with small and simple arrangement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded view of portion of a fuel cell stack incorporating a fuel cell.    Reactant gas passage (36)    Protrusions (41)    Guide rib. (42a)
NOVELTY - The cell has a gas sealing units disposed at outer peripheral portion of electrode assembly and seal respective reaction gas flow passages formed between a separator and the assembly. Through paths (43) and reaction gas communication paths formed in two separators (23, 24) penetrates in a thickness direction and connect the reaction gas communication ports (33-38) with the reaction gas flow passages.    USE - Used for generating power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cells flow are aligned in a row stacking direction, thereby minimizing the outer dimensions of the cell. The gas sealing unit is securely bonded to a predetermined position on the separator, thereby preventing the deformation of the sealing units and improving it sealing performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of a separator adjacent to one electrode forming the fuel cell unit.    Separator (23, 24)    Reaction gas communication ports (33-38)    Through paths. (43)
NOVELTY - The check valve (10) has two lead valves (7) disposed in series for a flow of a liquid that is used for a fuel cell (1). Flow directions in a lead valve and another lead valve are same. An opening end for the lead valve is disposed upward and fixed end is disposed downward. An opening end for another lead valve is disposed downward and fixed end for another valve is disposed upward.    USE - Used for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The valve reduces the opening load when water is frozen and prevents opening stroke in the valve even if water is frozen, thereby providing smooth operability under conditions in which water is frozen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) a fuel cell system    (b) a control method for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (1)    Purge valve (7)    Check valve. (10)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a gas flow field with a feed side and exhaust side interdigitated channels that are present in a major surface of a cathode and an anode plate. A porous block medium is placed in a plate near to the field flow that blocks gas and sip off water in the field. A liquid channel communicates with a medium to allow the water flow from the medium to the channel.    USE - Used for polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly efficiently removes water produced at the plates, thereby enhancing the flow of cathode gas to the catalytic area and hence avoids gas loss.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for removing liquid water at one of a cathode side and an anode side of an electrochemical fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The system (3) has a direct oxidation fuel cell with a membrane electrode assembly (7). A pressure assembly has a plate, placed in contact with the flexible bladder, and a pressure applying unit that exerts a continuous pressure on the plate that in turn compresses the fuel containing the bladder. The compression ejects fuel through a conduit towards the membrane electrode assembly.    USE - Used for feeding the liquid fuel to a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The system feeds liquid fuel to a fuel cell in a continuous or a periodic manner. The system feeds fuel without unexpected interruption even when the device is operated in different orientations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel container of the system has an inner flexible bladder that is fully expanded with fuel and having a conduit that is coupled to the membrane electrode assembly to supply fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a direct methanol fuel cell system.    Direct methanol fuel cell system (3)    Electronically nonconductive membrane. (7)
NOVELTY - The method involves initiating a recirculation through a recycle loop of an anode flow field exhaust, and catalytically reacting hydrogen and oxygen within mixture on a catalyst within the recycle loop. Fuel containing hydrogen is added continuously such that the recirculating gases do not contain a flammable ratio of hydrogen and oxygen when they contact the catalyst or when anode flow field is entered.    USE - Used for starting fuel cell systems.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides effective shut down and start-up procedures and does not cause significant performance degradation. The method does not utilize inert gases or any other gas for normal fuel cell operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - After no oxygen remains in the recycle loop, the fuel flow rate is increased into the anode flow field to a normal operating flow rate. An oxidant is then provided into the cathode flow field at a normal operating flow rate and primary electricity is connected to an external circuit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic depiction of a fuel cell system that may be operated in accordance with the start-up procedures.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has gaskets (34) made of flexible material and seals around a fuel cell assembly. The gasket has an alignment unit that defines a partially formed hole creating a flap (44, 46) that is integral with the gasket. The alignment unit is placed in a carrier layer of the gasket and an elastomeric seal layer is mounted on the carrier layer.    USE - Used for sealing between components in the fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The integral flap allows proper aligning of a gasket during a subsequent molding and assembly process and assures proper sealing for the finished assembly from heat exchanges, thereby avoiding the contamination of successive manufacturing operations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of aligning a gasket with another unit having an alignment hole.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic, exploded, perspective view of the individual cell of a fuel cell assembly.    Gasket (34)    Flaps. (44, 46)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a metering valve (24) for dispensing a predetermined metered amount of fuel to be injected into a tool combustion chamber (12). An elastomeric adaptor is mounted on a valve stem (26) and is in a sealed engagement with a tool stem to define a fluid flow path from valve towards the combustion chamber of the tool.    USE - Used for fastener driving tools.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel leakage is prevented effectively and the manufacturing tolerances of the components need not be rigid. The provision of the seal adaptor readily permits movement of the fuel cell and is operatively associated with metering valve without inducing stresses and strains upon the valve stem and tool stem connection.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a combustion-powered fastener driving tool.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the vertical cross sectional view of a fuel cell-powered fastener driving tool.    Tool combustion chamber (12)    Metering valve (24)    Metering valve stem. (26)
NOVELTY - The cell has a proton exchange membrane (PEM) (19) placed between anode and cathode substrates (20, 21). The anode and cathode flow fields are adjacent to respective substrates provides a fuel and an oxidant reactant gas flow field. The flow fields plates associated with a water flow field is dead ended in the region of respective reactant gas inlet manifolds and opened into respective reactant gas exit manifolds.    USE - Used for reactant flow fields and water management.    ADVANTAGE - The PEM fuel cell utilizes antifreeze solutions as a coolant, thereby improving the operation in cold climates. The PEM fuel cells utilize start-up solutions to assist in thawing, when frozen. The PEM fuel cells employ low tolerance plates for reactant flow fields and water management.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial, sectioned, end elevation view of a fuel cell.    Proton exchange membrane (19)    Anode substrate (20)    Cathode substrate. (21)
NOVELTY - The system has a manifold body (45) in the form of a pan (50). The pan includes a central area having length and width extent, and a sidewall (64) extending from the periphery of the central area. The central area has a fold (62) that connects its adjacent sections to define pan sections of the manifold body. Each of the area folds extends relative to the plane of the central area.    USE - Used for coupling gases to or from the face of a fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The system is flexible to accommodate stack bowing and shrinkage, while maintaining a gas seal. The system includes a dielectric fixture arrangement that reduces or eliminates dielectric insulator breakage and require few components, thereby resulting in effective gas sealing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the manifold system.    Manifold body (45)    Pan sections (50)    Central fold (62)    Sidewall. (64)
NOVELTY - The stack has bypass (20) and intermediate plates interposed between a stack body and a negative electrode terminal. An oxygen-containing gas passage (30a) extends through the bypass plate and stack body. The intermediate plate (22) has small opening whose cross sectional area is smaller than that of the oxygen-containing gas supply passage. The extension removes water in the oxygen containing gas and discharging water.    USE - Used for adjusting the amount of water in the reactant gas.    ADVANTAGE - The stack has a simple and compact structure in which the reactant gas, which can be supplied at desired humidity to electrode assemblies. The smaller cross sectional opening of the intermediate plate prevents the water from being dripped on to the power generation surface of the electrodes, and effectively maintain the power generation performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of unit cell of the fuel cell stack.    Bypass plate (20)    Intermediate plate (22)    Oxygen containing gas passage. (30a)
NOVELTY - A biomass is gasified by heating a fluidized bed reactor loaded with a catalyst.    USE - For gasifying a biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The use of catalyst effectively gasifies biomass without forming tar or char on the surface of the catalyst under lower temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Gasification of biomass involves heating a fluidized bed reactor loaded with a catalyst of formula Rh/CeO2/M at lower than 800 degreesC; introducing biomass particles into the fluidized bed reactor from an upper portion of the reactor; and allowing the biomass particles to react at the surface of the catalyst to manufacture hydrogen gas and a syngas.    M = SiO2, Al2O3 or ZrO2.
NOVELTY - A catalytic reactor comprises a catalyst support structure (21) and a catalyst attached to the structure and exposed to the reacting substances. The catalyst is subjected to an electromagnetic field generated by a source of electromagnetic radiation, and the structure is made from materials exhibiting reduced absorption of the electromagnetic energy than the catalyst material.    USE - As catalytic reactor, e.g. fuel cell, automotive catalytic converter, metal-air batteries, or fuel reformer, used for enhancing intensity of chemical reactions between reacting substances.    ADVANTAGE - The novel catalytic reactor can provide fast heating of the catalyst to its working temperature, without significant heating of the catalyst support structure, thus with reduced overall consumption of energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal section of a catalytic reactor with built-in internal induction coil, as above.    Catalyst support structure (21)    Induction coil (25)    External generator (26)
NOVELTY - The method of purging a fuel processing system involves supplying a purge gas containing inert gas and hydrogen, to a steam reformer having a catalyst comprising nickel.    USE - For purging fuel processing system used in industries for converting fuel into hydrogen-rich reformate, such as fuel cell electric power generation systems, and for converting fuel to hydrogen stream usable by fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The method of purging the fuel processing system is economical. Hydrogen-rich stream is diverted from the component and added to the purge gas directly, thereby reducing or eliminating the need for a hydrogen storage container. The presence of hydrogen in the purge gas prevents oxidation of shift catalyst bed. Since nitrogen makes up only a portion of the purge gas, the amount of nitrogen supply for fuel processing system may be reduced and/or replacement interval may be increased thereby saving costs. The amount of steam and dry inert gas may be varied overtime to reduce the partial pressure of steam in the purge gas, thereby lowering condensation temperature of the purge gas overtime.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel processing system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the graph of lnK against 1/T, for equilibrium constants relating to formation of nickel oxide (K1) and formation of water from hydrogen and oxygen (K2).
NOVELTY - Fluid fuel is separated from organic material by placing the material in an anaerobic reaction zone, and controlling conditions of operation.    USE - For separating fluid fuel from organic material, for subsequent use for electricity production, vehicle fuel, or chemical production (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The novel method does not require depletive use of fossil substances.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The separation of a fluid fuel from organic material involves placing the material in an anaerobic reaction zone, and controlling conditions of operation, such as temperature, acidity, and pressure, to support processes, including decomposition by microorganism activity, thermochemical dissociation, or photosynthetic chemistry. The fuel constituent includes methane and/or hydrogen (H) with carbon (C) compound that includes carbon dioxide (CO2) and/or carbon monoxide (CO). The C compound is separated from the fuel by a separation mechanism.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) A process for conversion of biomass wastes into a useful fuel by application of intermittent voltage to depress microorganism activity that produces methane, to enhance microorganism activity that produces hydrogen (H), or to create an atmosphere within the waste that is maintained in rich H; and    (2) A process for delivering renewable H by reacting H with C donor comprising coal organic wastes, CO2, CO, oil shale, or peat to form methane; transporting methane to sites by pipeline including newly constructed pipeline, existing natural gas pipeline, or multifuel pipeline; and dissociating methane to deliver H and C at desired locations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic illustration of the above fuel separation process.    Electrodes (202, 204)    Gas detector (206, 208)    Controller (210)    Relay (212)    Voltage source (216)
NOVELTY - Increasing the space time yield of a low per pass conversion gas phase polymerization of 2-6C alpha-olefins comprises replacing not less than 80% of the ballast gas in the feed stream to a gas phase reactor with a gas having a heat capacity greater than that of the ballast gas, which does not raise the dew point of the feed stream.    USE - Increasing the space time yield of a low per pass conversion gas phase olefin polymerization.    ADVANTAGE - The method increases the efficiency of a gas phase polymerization having a low per pass conversion without raising the dew point of the feed stream (i.e. the condensable phase is not greater than 25 wt.%, preferably less than 20%, most preferably less than 17 wt.%).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic flow diagram of a gas phase polymerization process.    reactor (2)    distributor plate (3)    polymer bed (4)    disengagement zone (5)    compressor (7)    heat exchanger (8)    monomer recovery unit (11)
NOVELTY - The wasted sludge emitted from dewatering device contains around 70% organic materials, which result in a serious pollution when the dewatered sludge was handled inappropriately. In this invention, the dewatered sludge cake was hydrolyzed with a chemical to convert organic materials into hydrocarbon, protein, and lipids. The hydrolyzed sludge was added adequately water after the process was ceased to make a slurry or solution. Then, the process of dewatered equipment or solid-liquid separator was applied to separate the liquid product and sludge. The former was extensively used in liquid fertilizer, external carbon source for denitrification or methane or energy from anaerobic treatment process. The latter was handled to anaerobic digestion, soil conditioner, incineration or landfill. The advantages of hydrolyzed process include reducing organic sludge as well as benefiting for consequential handle and final disposal.
NOVELTY - The partition plates (26,27) drilled with hydrogen rich gas and air stirring and mixing holes (26a,27a) at the side of the air inlet holes (24a,25a), are provided in-between the air inlet holes and the carbon monoxide selection oxidation catalyst layers (31,32).    USE - Oxidation reaction device for hydrogen manufacturing apparatus for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables mixing hydrogen rich gas and air simply and effectively, using the compact structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for air mixing method in carbon monoxide selection oxidation reaction in hydrogen manufacturing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the composite reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reactor (20)    Air inlet tubes (21,24,25)    Air inlet holes (21a,24a,25a)    Headers (22A-22D)    Gas exit tube (23)    Gas exit hole (23a)    Partition plates (26,27)    Stirring and mixing holes (26a,27a)    Base plate (28)    Low temperature transformation catalyst (29)    Heat exchanger (30)    Carbon monoxide selection oxidation catalyst layers (31,32)
NOVELTY - A gas separation unit (1) separates nitrogen from air. The separated nitrogen is supplied to a fuel modifier (4), during engine stop state.    USE - For vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The size and weight of modification-type fuel cell system, are reduced by eliminating the necessity to perform nitrogen replenishment for purging. Reduces the maintenance time of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the modification-type fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Gas separation unit (1)    Fuel modifier (4)
NOVELTY - A heat exchanger (143) is arranged in a reformation flow path (142), to raise the temperature of fuel supplied by fuel-supply unit (110), by performing heat exchange with reformed gas flowing in reformation flow path. A back-pressure control valve (162) is provided at water flow path (202b), to control the pressure of fuel in the heat exchanger.    USE - For producing hydrogen enriched gas for fuel cell used in electric vehicle (claimed), hybrid vehicle, vessel, electric train.    ADVANTAGE - Enables decreasing the time lag with respect to increase of gas request flow amount of the reformed gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system; and    (2) electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel-cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel-supply unit (110)    reformation flow path (142)    heat exchanger (143)    back-pressure control valve (162)
NOVELTY - A purification unit with a reverse osmosis membrane separator (2), supplies the purified water to a fuel cell (4). A heater heats the raw water being supplied to the membrane separator from a raw water tank (1) by utilizing the exhaust heat of the fuel cell.    USE - For treatment of water supplied to fuel cell used for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Enables stabilized operation with small size device. Stabilizes quantity and temperature of water supplied to fuel cell irrespective of seasonal variation of raw water temperature by using exhaust heat of fuel cell for heating water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows systematic diagram of the water treatment device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    raw water tank (1)    membrane separator (2)    fuel cell (4)
NOVELTY - Heat produced during electric power generation in a co-generation apparatus (4) is supplied to an anaerobic tank (1) through a pipe (4a). The electric power generated in the co-generation apparatus is supplied to an oxidation promotion tank (6) through electrical wiring (4b).    USE - Used for treating excrement of livestock and food processing waste.    ADVANTAGE - Energy efficiency is improved and the production of carcinogenic trihalomethane is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of a drainage treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Anaerobic tank (1)    Desulfurizing apparatus (2)    Preprocessor (3)    Co-generation apparatus (4)    Pipe (4a)    Electrical wiring (4b)    Aerobic tank (5)    Oxidation promotion tank (6)    Water storing tank (9)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen refiner comprises reformed gas supply unit (5) for supplying reformed gas containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide, oxygen supply unit (8) for supplying gas containing oxygen which is mixed with reformed gas, and catalyst layer (1a). The catalyst layer consists of ruthenium, rhodium and/or iridium, platinum and osmium. The mixture of oxygen containing gas and reformed gas are passed through the catalyst layer.    USE - For purification of hydrogen (claimed) by removing carbon monoxide. The hydrogen is used in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The refiner enables to stably remove carbon monoxide from hydrogen, under low oxygen concentration and under high temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalyst layer of hydrogen refiner contains metal particles alloyed with ruthenium, platinum iridium and osmium. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen purification method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen refiner. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modified catalyst layer (1a)    raw material supply unit (5)    oxygen supply unit (8)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing hydrogen comprises thermally decomposing hydrocarbon compound in the presence of carbon nano horn (1).    USE - To manufacture hydrogen which is used as raw material for producing ammonia and methanol.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing method enables to produce hydrogen stably for long time. The carbon obtained during thermal decomposition adheres on the catalyst and is consumed, and hence the production of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the simple carbon nano horn substance. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    carbon nano horn (1)
NOVELTY - The catalyst comprises the oxides of copper, zinc, aluminum, zirconium and cerium as essential components.    USE - For producing hydrogen by methanol modified water vapor reaction (claimed), in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has excellent durability and stable, high catalytic activity for a long period of time due to the presence of oxides of zirconium and cerium. The structured stabilization of the catalyst is improved due to the presence of zirconium oxide, and hence the catalyst is effectively used in industries.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalyst for methanol modification further contains gallium oxide.
NOVELTY - Cartridge (1) having a chamber (3) accommodating oxygen-containing hydrogen compound aqueous solution (5) which is supplied to another chamber (2) accommodating liquid containing micro-organisms (4), to produce hydrogen, is new.    USE - The apparatus is useful as fuel cells used e.g. for mobile telephones.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus enables fuel cell to generate electric power efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of the cartridge.    cartridge (1)    chambers (2,3)    liquid containing micro-organisms (4)    oxygen-containing hydrogen compound aqueous solution (5)
NOVELTY - A temperature sensor (9) measures the temperature of a fuel reformer (1) storing a catalyst. An estimation unit (45) estimates the peak temperature of the reformer, based on service condition and measured temperature of the fuel modifier. Another estimation unit (46) estimates the grade of deterioration of the reformer, based on the deviation of the estimated peak temperature and the measured temperature.    USE - Fuel modifier controller for fuel cell system of electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents increase in temperature, thereby preventing deterioration of the fuel reformer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel cell system equipped with the fuel modifier controller. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel reformer (1)    temperature sensor (9)    estimation units (45,46)
NOVELTY - A cutoff valve (18) is closed and a valve (16) is opened to supply hydrogen gas to a supply port (9) and exhaust gas from a fuel electrode (2) to a supply port (10), when the load of fuel cell is low. The cutoff valve is opened and the valve is opened to supply the hydrogen gas to the supply port (10) and the exhaust gas to a supply port (11), when the load of the fuel cell is high.    USE - For electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Controls the circulation of the exhaust gas and the hydrogen gas favorably and prevents leakage of hydrogen gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for exhaust circulation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel electrode (2)    supply ports (9,10,11)    valve (16)    cutoff valve (18)
NOVELTY - Additional amount of oxidizing gas added to the heating gas is determined and controlled by a controller (8), based on poisoning state of a fuel cell (1). The amount of flow of the oxidizing gas in the oxidizing electrode, is determined based on the driving state of fuel cell system.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents poisoning of electrode, by controlling the flow amount of oxidizing gas based on the driving state of the system, hence efficiency of the system is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    controller (8)
NOVELTY - A gas supply source (3) supplies gas to a fuel cell through a flow path which includes a heater (7), a cooler (8) and a humidifier (22). The humidifier includes a cooler (49) and a heater (50) to process the water used by it.    USE - Gas supply apparatus of fuel cell inspection system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - By using the heater and the cooler in the humidifier, the tracking property of the temperature control is achieved and stability is achieved by cooling, therefore the feed forward control of the temperature is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell inspection system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of fuel cell inspection system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas supply source (3)    heaters (7,50)    coolers (8,49)    humidifier (22)
NOVELTY - A flow path (16) supplies operating gas of Stirling engine (4) to anode (14) of solid electrolyte type fuel cell (3) for using it as fuel.    USE - Co-generation system with solid electrolyte type fuel cell and Stirling engine.    ADVANTAGE - Improves power conversion efficiency and responsiveness as heat loss is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline of co-generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solid electrolyte type fuel cell (3)    Sterling engine (4)    anode (14)    flow path (16)
NOVELTY - A microbial composition (I), comprising Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus sp. KB-02 (FERM P-18364), B. vallismortis, B. licheniformis and B. pumilus, is new.    USE - (I) is useful for decomposing organic waste comprising adding (I) to a mixture containing organic waste and a water-content regulator, heating the mixture to 40-65 degrees Centigrade and maintaining the temperature (claimed). The decomposed product is useful as a fertilizer, raw material for fermentation, soil conditioner and feed for fish.    ADVANTAGE - Decomposition of organic waste using (I) prevents the generation of bad odor and the biological waste is decomposed within a very short period.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a decomposed product of organic waste.
NOVELTY - A microbe (I) belonging to Alcaligenes comprising the ability to degrade a ferricyanide ion at a higher level with respect to ferrocyanide ion, is new.    USE - (I) or its cell free extract that is cultivated in culture medium containing a ferrocyanide or ferricyanide ion is used for decomposing cyanide compounds in soil, underground water or waste water (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) decomposes cyanide compounds efficiently, especially ferricyanide ions present in soil or waste water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for an agent for processing soil, underground water or waste water, comprising (I) or its cell extract.
NOVELTY - A fermenter (10) has several T-shaped stirring rods (24) that are attached to a rotation axis (22) radially at predetermined interval, such that the stirring rods are spirally arranged with respect to the rotation axis, to form a spiral stirring blade.    USE - For obtaining methane gas by fermentation of organic waste, such as fishery waste, stock-raising waste and life-waste material.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the installation and operating costs of the fermentation tank, and enables easy maintenance of fermentation tank, in which methane fermentation is performed efficiently, and electricity is generated abundantly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - One end of a fork-shaped bearing bar is attached to stirring rod and the other end is attached to the rotation axis. A process liquid outlet (14) has an inverted U-shaped tube (16), to eject the processed liquid. The fermenter is heated to a suitable temperature for fermenting methane by circulating hot water inside the wall surface of fermenter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a partially notched cross-sectional view of the above methane fermentation tank.    Fermenter (10)    Liquid outlet (14)    Inverted U-shaped tube (16)    Rotation axis (22)    T-shaped stirring rods (24)
NOVELTY - The composting of algae and e.g. vegetable waste comprises desalination and sand removal by spraying with water and grinding and defibering of the vegetable waste. The compost obtained by stacking of the processed material with periodic irrigation and turning is finally ground to a homogeneous consistence.    USE - In agricultural chemistry.
NOVELTY - Catalytic reforming reactor comprises a shell with individual inlet and outlet openings for respective heating and reforming fluids. Within the shell is a plate heat exchanger, in which the fluids pass through separate passages. The passages for the fluid for reforming include a steam reforming catalyst, and the passages for heating fluid include a combustion catalyst.    USE - For steam reformation, used in production of hydrogen for use in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The novel method provides a catalytic stream reforming reactor of small dimensions, in which heat dispersion is minimized. The novel heat exchanger enables maximum use of the temperature of the combustion gases by optimizing heat exchange. By applying the catalyst directly onto the plates of the heat exchanger, the contact surface area is maximized, without creating head losses in the gas flow. Further, there will be no radial temperature gradient.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Catalytic reforming reactor comprises a shell (2) with individual inlet (4,6) and outlet (5,7) openings for respective first and second fluids, one of which is a heating fluid and the other is a fluid for reforming. Within the shell is a plate heat exchanger (3), in which the fluids pass through separate passages. The passages for the fluid for reforming include a steam reforming catalyst, and the passages for heating fluid include a combustion catalyst that promotes oxidation of fuels in the mixture.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for;    (1) A method of manufacturing the above reactor;    (2) A catalytic steam reforming process, which involves placing the fluid for reforming in the above reactor, and contacting the heating fluid with the combustion catalyst; and    (3) A plate heat exchanger, as used in the above reactor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a steam reforming reactor as above.    shell (2)    plate heat exchanger (3)    inlet opening (4,6)    outlet opening (5,7)
NOVELTY - Submerged mixer propeller for an agricultural slurry fermentation methane gas generator, comprising propeller blades bolted to blade roots forming part of the propeller hub, and powered by a shaft, is new.    USE - The submerged mixer propeller is useful for an agricultural slurry fermentation reactor.    ADVANTAGE - Worn blades can be replaced without recourse to prior art welding.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Mixer Propeller: The roots of a two-blade propeller are diametrically opposed flanges at a suitable pitch. Preferably, each propeller root consists of two parallel flanges separated by a gap of the same thickness as the blade. The two parallel flanges form a clamp either side of the blade.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the mixer propeller.    Mixer propeller (1)    Hub (2)    Blades (4, 5)    Root (6, 7)    Bolt (8)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel cell unit (1) and a fuel generation unit (2) for generating a hydrogen-enriched fuel (6). A pressure-generating unit (7) is provided for subjecting the fuel cell system to an operating pressure. At least one operating pressure is lower than the atmospheric pressure. The pressure-generating unit is arranged after the fuel cell unit in the flow direction.    USE - For converting chemical energy into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Guarantees a supply of fuel to the system with reduced energy expenditure and reduced cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram representation of an inventive system    fuel cell unit (1)    fuel generation unit (2)    hydrogen-enriched fuel (6)    pressure-generating unit (7)
NOVELTY - A fuel as the substitute of coal contains X (40-80%), yellow clay (10-40%), water (5-25%), coal gangue (0-40%) and fly ash (0-40%). Said 'X' is the compressed particles of biomass, organic life garbage, organic industrial dregs, or their mixture. Its preparing process is also disclosed.    USE - Coal replacement for industrial and domestic use.    ADVANTAGE - High heat value, long burning time and low cost.
NOVELTY - Waste material is treated by providing source of steam for changing the vessel to a temperature above 120 degrees C and a pressure greater than 2x10 to the power 5 Pa.    USE - For treatment of waste material, particularly municipal, commercial and industrial waste. The waste material is used as a fertilizer, fuel or plastics filler (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The novel method reduces volume of waste material to be processed in a landfill site, thus reducing cost. It is also environmentally acceptable.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Treatment of waste material involves providing a hermetically sealable vessel for the waste to be treated, and a source of steam for changing the vessel to a temperature above 120 degrees C and a pressure above 2x10 to the power 5 Pa; maintaining the waste material in the high temperature, high pressure environment for at least 20 minutes; and passing the treated waste material through a separation unit to separate out small particles of processed waste material.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) apparatus for treatment of waste material comprising a hermetically sealable vessel for the waste to be treated; source of steam for charging the vessel; and a separation unit to separate out small particles of processed waste material;    (b) growth promoter comprising the particles separated with the above method or using the apparatus;    (c) filler for adding to a plastics material comprising the separated particles;    (d) fuel comprising the separated particles;    (e) method of generating gas comprising providing small particles from waste material; and heating the particles in a low pressure environment; and    (f) method of generating electricity by generating gas using a gas engine or gas turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic view of the above waste treatment method and apparatus.
NOVELTY - A process for making a fuel cell plate comprises mixing a composition containing: an unsaturated prepolymer resin comprising unsaturated polyester and/or vinyl ester resin(s); an unsaturated material; an inorganic conductive filler; and an initiator; and molding to form the fuel cell plate having a pattern, without machining the pattern.    USE - For making fuel cell plate having intricate flow pattern for portable fuel cells and stationary power units.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell plate having intricate flow pattern is obtained with desirable surface characteristics, bulk conductivity, heat, temperature, chemical and shrink resistance and strength. Complex and expensive machining processes are eliminated. The fuel cell plate manufacturing method is cost effective. The rheological agent eliminates face separation, cracking and inconsistence conductivity measurements.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A process for making a fuel cell plate comprises mixing a composition containing:    (a) an unsaturated prepolymer resin comprising unsaturated polyester and/or vinyl ester resin(s);    (b) an unsaturated material copolymerizable with (a) and having a terminal ethylene group;    (c) an inorganic conductive filler in an amount sufficient to provide a bulk conductivity of at least 40 S/cm to resulting fuel cell plate; and    (d) an initiator to initiate copolymerization;    and molding to form the fuel cell plate having a pattern, without machining the pattern.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electrochemical cell flow field plate comprising a molded thermosetting resin composition. The composition has an intricate fuel flow pattern and a thickness of 0.05-0.2 inches and a bulk conductivity of at least 55 S/cm.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an illustration of a fuel cell assembly using a bipolar cell plate.    plate (10)
NOVELTY - Membrane units (MU1, MU2) containing membranes having feed sides (F1, F2) and permeate sides (P1, P2) are provided such that gas leaving F1 enters MU2. Gas stream (101) is passed into MU1 and residue stream (I) (107) enriched in methane (CH4) and depleted in nitrogen (N2) and carbon dioxide (CO2), and residue stream (II) (109) enriched with CH4 are withdrawn from Fl and F2, respectively.    USE - Removing excess nitrogen and carbon dioxide from methane-containing gas streams such as gas wells, oil wells, wells employing nitrogen for enhanced oil recovery.    ADVANTAGE - The removing process is simple, reliable and inexpensive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Membrane unit (MU1) containing membrane (M1) having feed side (F1) and permeate side (P1) is provided. A membrane unit (MU2) containing membrane (M2) having feed side (F2) and permeate side (P2) is provided in series with MU1 such that gas leaving F1 enters MU2 on F2. M1 and M2 are more permeable to nitrogen (N2), carbon oxide (CO2), hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and water vapor (WV) than to methane (CH4). Gas stream (101) at pressure (p1) is passed into MU1 and across F1. Residue stream (I) (107) enriched in CH4 and depleted in N2 and CO2 compared with gas stream is withdrawn from Fl. Permeate stream (PS1) (106) depleted in CH4 and enriched in N2 and CO2 is withdrawn from P1 at a pressure lower than p1. Stream (I) is passed into MU2 and across F2. Residue stream (II) (109) enriched with CH4 and containing not more thane 6% N2 and 3% CO2 is withdrawn from F2 as product stream. Permeate stream (PS2) depleted in CH4 and enriched in N2 and CO2 is withdrawn from P2 at a pressure (p3) lower than p1.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the compression and cooling process by heat exchange of the feed stream.    gas stream (101)    permeate streams (106,108)    residue streams (107,109)
NOVELTY - Method involves preparing mixture of organic wastes and water; providing sequential aerobic and anaerobic fermentation of wastes in closed contour, with temperature being maintained within the range of 65-75 C; providing circulation of said mixture. In the process of aerobic fermentation process, mixture is initially exposed to low- frequency with following exposure to high-frequency component of supersonic field vibratory spectrum, with exposure to said high-frequency component being effectuated in conjunction with exposure to light of actinic band. In the process of anaerobic fermentation, said mixture is exposed to magnetic processing. Method further involves withdrawing part of fermented mass from closed contour and replenishing the latter with newly prepared mixture of organic wastes and water until temperature of mixture in closed contour is reduced to temperature below 65 C, with said newly prepared mixture being initially subjected to aerobic fermentation; separating dense fraction and aqueous solution from withdrawn fermented mass and subjecting dense fraction to electrolysis. Method allows organic fertilizer to be produced from sewage water sediment, in particular, from sediment containing large amounts of heavy metals.    USE - Agriculture.    ADVANTAGE - Intensified reprocessing of organic wastes due to periodic continuous charging of raw materials and discharge of ready product. 4 cl, 1 dwg
NOVELTY - Anaerobic fermentation of organics is accomplished by thermophilic biochemical degradation thereof in aqueous medium, which process is preceded by exposing organics to effect of high-voltage electric discharge under aeration conditions, discharge zone being separated from organics by a grid.    USE - Organic fertilizers.    ADVANTAGE - Speeded up fermentation process. 2 cl, 3 dwg, 2 tbl, 5 ex
NOVELTY - Method consists in that liquid to be disinfected is directed to accumulating vessel where it is subjected to X-radiation produced by means of X-ray unit with directed radiation output. Time taken for radiation of each volume of liquid to be disinfected in accumulating vessel amounts up to at least 15 min. Device for method embodiment includes accumulating vessel for liquid connected with normally open intake and discharge pipelines, X-ray unit with directed radiation output. Working volume of accumulating vessel and/or flow rate of liquid through flow area of intake and discharge pipelines are selected to provide for residence time in accumulating vessel of each volume of liquid, amounting up to, at least, 15 min.    USE - Treatment of water, industrial and domestic sewage waters, particularly, methods of reagentless disinfection of water by its radiation with magnetic or electric fields, specifically, with X- radiation; applicable in biocide treatment of water in circulating water-supply systems, sewage works, swimming pools, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Higher safety of treatment process and used equipment, increased efficiency of liquid disinfection. 6 cl, 4 dwg
NOVELTY - Invention relates to technology of complex processing of hydrocarbon fuel gases, for example, methane and other natural gases to yield synthesized substances.    USE - Chemical technology, fuels.    ADVANTAGE - Improved processing method. Invention allows to obtain technical result involving the development of energy technological complex where technological processes of production of energy, carbamide and deuterium are combined and exhaust of carbon dioxide to atmosphere is excluded.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method involves processing of hydrocarbon gases in energy technological complex where processes of utilization of fuel gases for production of electric and heat energy accompanying with evolution of carbon dioxide are combined with processes of production of carbamide and deuterium. Hydrogen formed in energy technological complex is fed to deuterium extraction and carbon dioxide is fed to synthesis of carbamide being with exclusion of carbon dioxide exhaust to atmosphere.
NOVELTY - A dual head pump for a fuel cell vehicle is provided to allow the head pump to simultaneously supply, to the fuel reformer, two types of fuels at an appropriate mixture ratio.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A dual head pump comprises a rotating shaft (7); a first pump (9) and a second pump (11) mounted to the shaft, wherein the first pump has an inlet port (13) connected to a methanol (a) and the second pump has an inlet port (15) connected to a water (b); a manifold (25) formed integrally with the outlet ports of the first and second pumps; a static mixer for mixing the fuel and water discharged from the manifold; and a check valve (29) for supplying the fuel and water mixed by the static mixer to a fuel reformer, and preventing back flow of the mixed fuel and water.
NOVELTY - A screw conveyor (21) which supplies waste material to a furnace (2) has a compressing portion (27) whose diameter reduces towards a fixed diameter portion (28). The diameter of a sealing portion (29) connected to the fixed diameter portion increases towards the furnace.    USE - Used for processing waste material such as industrial waste and municipal refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The furnace stabilizes the composition of gas produced by melting waste material in the furnace, by supplying waste material stably, and hence the utility value of the gas is increased. The provision of the sealing portion extending from the fixed diameter portion which is fully packed with compressed material, maintains the furnace in a controlled atmosphere, reliably. The structure of the screw conveyor enables the supply of waste material continuously, resisting the positive pressure in the furnace.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The compression ratio of waste material in the compressing portion is 5-10. The ratio between the length and internal diameter of the fixed diameter portion is 2-5. The sealing portion has a diameter expansion ratio of 1.1-1.5 and its length to entrance side diameter ratio is 5-25. The waste material is melted in the furnace which has a melting portion and a storage portion.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a waste material supply apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an expanded sectional view of the screw conveyor.    Furnace (2)    Screw conveyor (21)    Compressing portion (27)    Fixed diameter portion (28)    Sealing portion (29)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas is supplied to a fuel cell (1) through a flow path (10). The gas ejected from the fuel cell is returned to the flow path (10) through a circulation flow path (20). A dehumidifier (21) removes the moisture content from the returned gas. An ejector (11) pressurizes the received gas, and provides to a humidifier (12) for adding moisture to the gas provided to the flow path (10).    USE - Fuel-cell system in vehicle for recycling used gas.    ADVANTAGE - As the moisture content is removed from the gas returned from the fuel cell, electric power generation state of the fuel cell is stabilized. The load of the humidification apparatus is reduced. The heating gas is controlled to a required level, by the usage of the humidifier and dehumidifier. Size of the apparatus is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel-cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    flow paths (10,20)    ejector (11)    humidifier (12)    dehumidifier (21)
NOVELTY - Desulfurization of hydrocarbon containing sulfur involves contacting hydrocarbon with catalysts (A,B). Catalyst (A) contains 0.01-10 mass% of metal(s) chosen from platinum, palladium and rhenium supported on zeolite carrier or 30% or more clay compounds. Catalyst (B) contains 20 mass% or more or zinc oxide and/or nickel oxide. Sulfur concentration in hydrocarbon is reduced to less than 0.1 mass ppm.    USE - For desulfurization of hydrocarbon to produce desulfurized hydrocarbons which is reformed into a heating gas containing mainly hydrogen for a fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The desulfurized hydrocarbon produced is reformed into heating gas with sulfur concentration of less than 0.1 mass ppm    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel-cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The carbon monoxide selective oxidation apparatus (5) has oxygen-nitrogen detachment apparatus (1) to separate oxygen and nitrogen from air and mixing unit to mix the separated oxygen and nitrogen in proper ratio, connected with apparatus. The apparatus (5) selectively oxidizes carbon monoxide by catalyst, to which oxygen and carbon monoxide are supplied (5).    USE - Used for fuel-cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The carbon monoxide selection oxidation apparatus effectively prevents catalyst deterioration, by supplying nitrogen in proper ratio. Hence the starting time of fuel cell system is shortened. A stable catalyst temperature is attained by temperature detection unit and control unit due to effective gas cooling method according to the temperature of a catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel cell system which has carbon monoxide selection oxidation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    oxygen nitrogen content detachment apparatus (1)    carbon monoxide selection oxidation reaction apparatus (5)
NOVELTY - The high temperature refuse processing involves laminating refuse charged in a heating tower (1), carbonizing lower portion of the laminated refuse by heating and continuously emitting the carbonized refuse.    USE - Used for processing refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The refuse is processed continuously, safely and with high economical efficiency. The generation of dioxins and dust at the time of combustion is reduced. By forming carbonization combustion of hot refuse in the tower, dust collection, waste gas processing and dioxin processing facility are simplified.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for high temperature garbage disposal equipment which comprises a heating tower (1) for charging and laminating refuse from the upper direction, a combustion room (2) for heating the laminated refuse and a continuous emission unit (4) for emitting carbonized refuse.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure explaining the high temperature garbage disposal equipment.    Heating tower (1)    Combustion room (2)    Continuous emission unit (4)
NOVELTY - Waste treatment equipment (30) has a waste gas line (58) for ejecting waste gas produced in a rotary kiln (36) through a raw material inlet chamber (34), a waste gas line (66) connected downstream of the other waste gas line (58), a circulation gas line (60) for supplying waste gas to product exit chamber (42), a waste gas circulation apparatus (44) provided at the waste gas line (58), and a burner (48) provided at the gas circulation line.    USE - Used for treating waste such as organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The waste treatment equipment has high thermal efficiency and improved processability, and efficiently recovers carbide material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Waste treatment equipment has:    (1) a raw material inlet chamber and a product exit chamber connected through the rotary kiln;    (2) a raw material supply apparatus (32) for supplying raw material to the rotary kiln through a chamber (34);    (3) a waste gas line (58) for ejecting waste gas produced within the rotary kiln through the chamber;    (4) a waste gas line (66) connected in the junction of the downstream side of the waste gas line (58) for ejecting the waste gas to the atmosphere;    (5) a circulation line (60) provided at the junction for supplying waste gas to a chamber (42);    (6) a waste gas circulation apparatus provided at the waste gas line (58); and    (7) a burner (48) for heating the waste gas, provided at the waste gas line (66).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the waste treatment equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Waste treatment equipment (30)    Raw material supply apparatus (32)    Raw material inlet chamber (34)    Product exit chamber (42)    Waste gas circulation apparatus (44)    Burners (48, 50)    Fuel supply apparatus (52)    Oxidizing agent supply apparatus (54)    Transportation line (56)    Waste gas lines (58, 66)    Circulation gas line (60)    By-pass line (62)
NOVELTY - Purification of carbon nanotube, comprises heat-processing non-refined carbon nanotube sample containing impurity such as metal catalyst in a mixed solution of hydrogen peroxide and acid.    USE - Purification of carbon nanotube used as gas storage material (claimed) for low molecular weight gas such as methane, hydrogen and carbon monoxide.    ADVANTAGE - The purification method efficiently removes impurities from the non-refined carbon nanotube. The decomposition of hydrogen peroxide by the metal catalyst is suppressed effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for gas storage material which uses the purified carbon nanotube.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the carbon nanotube purification method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The water droplet formation apparatus (12a) has a water storage compartment (R) whose bottom portion is provided with multiple holes (h). A piezoelectric element (14) is arranged on inner side of the storage tank to measure the temperature and pressure of the stored water, at predetermined time.    USE - For hydrating gas which contains hydrate formation material, e.g. methane.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to produce gas-hydrate stably, quickly and in large quantities. Enhances the manufacturing efficiency of gas-hydrate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The gas-hydrate production container (10a) has a water droplet formation apparatus (12a) arranged on upper portion of container housing (11), to produce and provide the water droplets (wd) into housing. Cooling devices are arranged along the peripheral side of housing for cooling a bottom portion of droplet formation apparatus.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) gas-hydrate manufacturing apparatus; and    (2) gas-hydrate manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the gas-hydrate production container and gas-hydrate manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas-hydrate production container (10a)    container housing (11)    water droplet formation apparatus (12a)    piezoelectric element (14)    holes (h)    water storage compartment (R)    water droplets (wd)
NOVELTY - An organic substance such as organic refuse which contains saccharide and protein, is crushed and solid-liquid separation of the crushed material is performed. Fibers and other solid materials contained in the organic substance are removed. An aqueous culture suspension comprising chemical-producing microbe, saccharide and protein is recovered.    USE - For production of chemicals (claimed) such as lactic acid and ethanol from organic refuse rejected from kitchen, food service industry and restaurant, and foodstuff industry.    ADVANTAGE - Since the chemical-producing microbe is cultivated in the culture solution and then separated, culture management is performed easily and the effect of industrial production by microorganism reaction of material with respect to cost and operation is reduced. The lactic acid is recovered economically and the industrial production cost of ethyl lactate used as solvent is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows explanatory drawing of production of material from organic refuse. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    centrifuge (9)
NOVELTY - A sludge fermentation fertilizer, obtained by adding microorganisms to the bark compost, sludge, stock raising manure as an essential component and the raw material mixture having a soil improvement material, fermenting and ripening, is new.    USE - For plant-cultivating soil, home horticulture cultivating soil, potted plant-cultivating soil, rice farming and agriculture.    ADVANTAGE - The sludge fermentation fertilizer is cost effective and has outstanding plant cultivation effect.
NOVELTY - Processing wood-type solid waste comprises: (a) mixing wood-type solid waste with water; (b) adjusting the pH of the slurry formed prior to wet oxidation process (WOP) to pH 6-8; (c) maintaining the liquid phase of the slurry at 170-190 degrees C under pressure; and (d) subjecting to WOP for 30-60 minutes with supply of oxygen-containing gas, is new.    USE - For processing wood-type solid waste (claimed) emitted from used paper and timber processing industry such as newspaper and corrugated board such as bark and saw dust.    ADVANTAGE - The lignin is efficiently decomposed and residual high quality composed is manufactured. The microorganism decomposition is performed, without carrying out pH adjustment of the processed material. Generation of harmful material is suppressed with respect to microorganism hence the wood-type solid waste is efficiently decomposed. Methane gas of high energy conversion efficiency is produced from wood-type solid waste by anaerobic digestion process. Hydrogen gas is produced from the wood-type solid waste type hydrogen fermentation process using anaerobic hydrogen producing microbe.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Processing wood-type solid waste comprises:    (a) mixing wood-type solid waste with water;    (b) adjusting the pH of the slurry formed prior to wet oxidation process (WOP) to pH 6-8;    (c) maintaining the liquid phase of the slurry at 170-190 degrees C under pressure;    (d) subjecting to WOP for 30-60 minutes with supply of oxygen-containing gas which corresponds to 10-20% of chemical oxygen demand by potassium dichromate (CODcr value) of the slurry; and    (e) subjecting a portion of the processed material to microorganism decomposition, is new.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow sheet of processing method of wood type solid waste material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Production of edaphic bacterial biomasses comprises contacting an aqueous soil suspension with a substrate to form a biofilm, maturing the biofilm to allow dominant strains to migrate into the supernatant liquid, and recovering and culturing the most prolific strains in liquid media.    USE - The biomasses are useful for bacterization of the soil and agricultural waste, especially cereal (including maize) waste.    ADVANTAGE - The biomasses have good persistence in the soil.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) isolated bacterial biomasses in which the dominant strains are edaphic, autochthonous, oligotrophic and largely aerobic Gram-negative bacteria, and    (2) bacterial strains isolated from the biomasses of (1).
NOVELTY - Hydrogen generation system comprises a burner unit that generates combustion gas which passes through a gas passage, a steam reformer, and an evaporator for evaporating water into steam using heat from the combustion gas flowing through the passage, to supply steam to the reformer. The gas passage covers at least a portion of an outer surface of the reformer, and the evaporator covers at least part of the outer surface of the gas passage.    USE - For production of hydrogen-rich reformed gas for supply to a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The novel hydrogen generation system has increased thermal efficiency, stabilized level of CO, and enables a fixed supply of reformed gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Hydrogen generation system comprises a burner unit (16) that generates combustion gas which passes through a gas passage (12); a reformer (10) for generating a reformed gas that contains hydrogen by steam reformation from a feed material, comprising a compound of at least carbon and hydrogen, and steam using the heat of the combustion gas; and an evaporator (28) for evaporating water from outside into steam using heat from the combustion gas flowing through the passage, to supply steam to the reformer. The gas passage covers at least a portion of an outer surface of the reformer, and the evaporator covers at least part of the outer surface of the gas passage.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell system comprising a fuel cell (101) that operates by reacting an oxidation gas comprising oxygen with a reformed gas supplied from the above hydrogen generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the above hydrogen generation system.    reformer (10)    combustion gas passage (12)    burner (16)    evaporator sections (18,22)    water inlet (20)    cylindrical partition (21)    openings (23)    steam outlet (24)    reformed gas discharge port (27)    evaporator (28)    fuel cell (101)
NOVELTY - A small-scale bio-gasification reactor for solids and/or viscous substances, comprising: (a) a tilting gas lock (3) for filling; (b) an intermediate tray, preferably implemented as a ganged sieve unit (2) with moving sieve grating; and (c) a drawer extractor (6), is new.    USE - The bio-reactor is useful for anaerobic digestion of substances with a high dry solids content. The feedstock contains materials in solid and/or viscous form. It is also useful for bio-gasification of small quantities of waste and for local digestion of wastes, for generating bio-gas, in developing countries.    ADVANTAGE - The bio-reactor allows a quasi-continuous operation to be achieved. A Simple construction is employed to recover energy. The tilting gas lock and drawer extractor minimize the introduction of air. An operating panel (4) incorporates monitoring equipment following the course of the process. The bio-reactor forms a compact packaged unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A perspective view of the bio-reactor unit is presented.    Sieve unit (2)    Tilting gas lock (3)    Operating panel (4)    Gas offtake (5)    Drawer system (6)
NOVELTY - A storage system holds and surrenders gaseous fuel, e.g. methane and hydrogen, to a fuel cell. The storage system comprises a pore metal-organic matrix, with metal ions and one or more bivalent organic bonds, attached to the metal ion by a complex compound.    USE - Hydrogen gas storage matrix for fuel cell power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The gas storage assembly has significantly higher capacity than prior art activated carbon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a commensurate fuel cell e.g. for automotive and/or other mobile applications.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a powder x-ray diffractogram of MOF-5-organic material web. The horizontal X-axis indicates a scatter angle of 2( degrees, and the vertical y-axis represents the scatter intensity in arbitrary units.
NOVELTY - Copper/zinc/aluminum catalysts are obtained by 2-stage precipitation from solutions of aluminum, copper and/or zinc salts with alkaline solutions or alkali aluminate/aluminum hydroxide sol, using a different Cu/Zn atom ratio in each stage.    USE - For methanol synthesis, hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, methanol reforming, low-temperature water gas conversion (low-temperature shift reaction) or in fuel cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Enables the production of copper/zinc/aluminum catalysts with a gradation in chemical composition or copper/zinc atom ratio, showing high specific activity, small loss of activity over the running time and good stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A method for the production of a Cu/Zn/Al catalyst (I) containing copper oxide and zinc oxide with aluminum oxide as stabilizer comprises:    (a) precipitation of a first precipitate (1) from solutions of Al, Cu and/or Zn salts with alkaline solution or an alkali aluminate/aluminum hydroxide sol;    (b) aging precipitate 1 for 0-5 hours at 20-100 (preferably 40-90) degreesC;    (c) further precipitation (2) by adding a solution of compounds of Cu, Zn and/or Al with a different Cu/Zn atom ratio to that used for 1 and an alkaline solution of aluminate/Al hydroxide sol;    (d) aging precipitate 2 for 0.5-5 hours at 20-100 (preferably 40-90) degreesC;    (e) separating the precipitate and washing to remove alkali ions; and    (f) drying followed by calcining at 250-400degreesC.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for catalysts in the form of particles obtained by this method, with an inner core comprising 10-50% of the total catalyst wt. and an outer shell, and in which the Cu/Zn atom ratio shows a gradient between the core and the shell.
NOVELTY - The bipolar plate consists of two parts. The one part is the part of the strip grooves, whose male tab is in the snake shape. The another part is the metal frame whose function is to support and fix the groove part as well as form the airway and the waterway. The said two parts are agglutinated or soldered, becoming as the integrative. The invention possesses the following advantages. (1) The airway ensure that the fuel gas and the oxidizing agent gas are distributed evenly. (2) The male tab ensures distributing currents evenly and lowers the contact resistance farthest. (3) The water cooling function ensures that the temp of the voltaic pile is distributed evenly. (4) The bipolar plate composed of the groove part and the metal frame part possesses the multiple functions as well as the sufficient mechanical strength.
NOVELTY - A solid-phase fermenting method for using the low-value old rice as the main raw material of hyphomycetous spore powder includes such steps as immersing the low-value old rice, steam sterilizing, half-cooking, cooling, proportionally mixing with liquid-phase fermented hypha liquid (or the spore suspension and additive, culturing, baking and sieving. Its advantages are simple process, no bacterial pollution, short period, high purity of spore powder, and low cost.
NOVELTY - A fermented liquid circulating technology for the fermentor used to treat garbage features that after filtered, the fermented liquid is delivered from said fermentor to parallel multiple accumulating tanks with marsh gas recovering pipe and level meter, and then uniformly sprayed on inside of fermentor or the garbage in the fermentor via circulating pump and showering equipment for speeding up fermentation of garbage.
NOVELTY - Oil suspension separation method of mycotic spores, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The oil suspension separation method of mycotic spore includes the following processes:    (1) mixing crude spore powder and carrier oil in mixing channel, fully stirring them to make crude spore powder in suspension state in the carrier oil;    (2) inputting spore powder suspension oil liquid into colloid mill, under the action of high shearing force of colloid mill stripping spore from culture material and mycelium;    (3) transferring the spore powder suspension oil liquid treated by colloid mill into vibration sieve to make forced filtration, separating spore suspension oil liquid, using the filtrated crude mud as waste stage to make treatment;    (4) centrifugally separating the spore suspension oil liquid separating out spore and making it into concentrated spore oil paste finished product.
NOVELTY - A combined bioreactor used to treat waste gas is composed of suspension-type bioreactor containing bacteria in the lower part, fixed bioreactor containing filler and funguses in the upper part, and tube and partition between the said two bioreactors. It can effectively remove both hydrophilic and hydrophobic pollutants.
NOVELTY - Producing (M1) human or animal metal sulfur albumen (MT) goods by liquid's deep-layer fermenting gene-transferring engineering bacterium, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - It largely cultivates reformed engineering bacterium expressing human or animal MT by deep-layer fermenting, and by rough filtering, centrifugal washing, makes active bacterium frozen and drought foods expressing aim MT or by polyelectrolyte complexing of reformed engineering bacterium centrifugally washed makes active bacterium microcapsule expressing aim MT.
NOVELTY - Preparing hydrogen using multi-bacterium plants to unitedly and solidly ferment straw stalks, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - It adopts four kinds of bacterium plants, in which two are annaerobes and the other two are facultative aerobes. Based on substrate PYFG, add microelements to make seed culture substrate; mainly based on straw and bran pretreated by alkali and puffing, and micro-nitrogen source and inorganic salt to prepare solid-fermenting culture substrate; add the four kinds of bacterium plants into fermenting jar to ferment them for several days; adopt gas-phase chromatogram apparatus to detect hydrogen content, and use argon gas as carrying gas and calculate hydrogen content by the external-marking method and then collect and determine the bulk of total gas.
NOVELTY - A storage system has nanostructured storage material having network of light elements consisting of beryllium (Be), boron (B), carbon (C), nitrogen, oxygen (O), fluorine (F), magnesium (Mg), phosphorus (P), sulfur (S), or chlorine (Cl). These elements are coupled by modified sp2 bonds.    USE - Used for hydrogen storage system.    ADVANTAGE - The method uses light elements to improve its weight % storage efficiency making them more competitive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of forming the storage system comprising selecting the light elements and forming the nanostructured storage material by forming a network of the light elements with modified sp2 bonds.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates an element forming sp2 bonds.    Elements (4, 12)    Orbital (8)
NOVELTY - Providing PEM fuel cells to utilize hydrogen that is essentially free of carbon monoxide, and providing the hydrogen gas in a process that is conducted at low temperature by using inexpensive and simple methods.    USE - The process is used for the catalytic production of a hydrogen feed for use in methanol or proton exchange membrane fuel cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive process produces hydrogen gas which contains reduced carbon monoxide content.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Catalytic production of a hydrogen feed involves providing a hydrogen feed, and exposing the hydrogen feed to a catalyst which promotes a water-gas-shift reaction in a liquid phase.
NOVELTY - The field includes a cross section of an adjacent channel varying from an inlet to outlet and causing the resistance to flow of fluid reactant to vary from inlet to outlet. The cross sections of each of the two adjacent channels differs about half of the channel length, thereby causing the resistance to flow of fluid reactant to differ between each of the two adjacent channels about half the channel length.    USE - Used for supplying fluid reactants to electrochemically active areas in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure differentials is increased between the adjacent reactant channels in a fuel cell flow field to improve the fuel cell performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for improving water management in a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow field plate comprising a set of reactant distribution channels in which the channel width varies cyclically with an hourglass shape.
NOVELTY - Providing systems for monitoring environmental contaminants and especially to systems for monitoring fugitive emissions from process equipment.    USE - For monitoring fugitive emissions from process equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The use of amorphous copolymers of 2,2-bistrifluoromethyl-4,5-difluoro-1,3-dioxole (PDD), and tetrafluoroethylene (TFE) allows for improved sensitivity and responsiveness while also allowing for robust characteristics enabling the sensor to be used in a variety of environmental conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A volatile organic compound acoustic wave-based chemical sensor comprises a substrate; at least two electrodes connected to the substrate; and a sensing layer to sorb and retain the volatile organic compound. The sensing layer is positioned over the substrate and at least one of the electrodes. It consists only of an amorphous fluoropolymer coating.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of detecting volatile organic compounds comprising collecting an analyte; exposing at least one acoustic wave-based chemical sensor to the analyte; accumulating data from the chemical sensor; and computing the volumetric concentration of the analyte from the data.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a block diagram of a fugitive emissions sensing system.
NOVELTY - The innovation deals with obtaining organic fertilizers. Substrate should be moistened, treated with lime, inhabited by worms and composted. As a substrate one should apply husk of buckwheat seeds which was pretreated with 15% H2SO4 and keep for 45 d. The present innovation helps to decrease hardly degradable lignin in husk and improve agroecological soil characteristics.    USE - Agriculture.    ADVANTAGE - Higher efficiency. 2 ex, 6 tbl
NOVELTY - Invention relates to microbiological method of treatment of sewage and soil from petroleum products and phosphates.    USE - Industrial microbiology, ecology.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced effectiveness of strain.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Invention relates to microbiological method of treatment of sewage and soil from petroleum products and phosphates. The strain Bacillus sp. VKPM B-5061 is able to purify sewage from petroleum products and phosphates under conditions of low and high temperatures (from +15 C to +90 C) normalizing their content in flows to standardized norms of permissible concentrations both in volley and standard regime of treatment of sewage before their feeding to refinery units and to reservoir finally and to soil up to background concentration of petroleum products in 21 days after their application. Culture Bacillus sp. VKPM B-5061 shows no demanding upon to nutrient media and can be cultured under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. To enhance effectiveness of the strain Bacillus sp. VKPM B-5061 productivity the strain is sorbed on woven carrier (kapron fabric), installed in sewage flow before refinery equipments and bond its in soil with spent silt by applying on surface that allows to retain high efficiency of working ability of microorganisms in flow-type system of chemically polluted sewer system under chemostatic conditions.
NOVELTY - Provided is a production method of lactic acid from food wastes, particularly by enzyme hydrolysis and fermentation, thereby increasing the productivity of lactic acid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The production method of lactic acid from food wastes is characterized by hydrolyzing food wastes to convert it into glucose and converting the glucose into lactic acid by using microorganisms, particularly lactobacillus sp. microorganisms. 80g of lactic acid is manufactured from 100g food wastes within 48 hours, and its productivity is 2g/Lasteriskh, higher than conventional lactic acid production processes.
NOVELTY - The application provides briquettes pellet and a method for fabricating the same by compounding peat and waste sewage sludge for recycling the waste sludge with abundant organics as an alternative fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method comprises the steps of mixing peat, waste sludge of sewage terminal disposal plant, and zeolite with a ratio of 65:25:10; inserting the mixture into a molding cast(110) having a round bar shape with a diameter of 20 mm with allowable error range of +/-5 mm; and cutting the mixture having a predetermined shape corresponding to the molding cast to have a length of 45 mm with allowable error range of +/-10 mm, alternatively, at the first step, wherein the mixture may be formed by mixing peat, waste sludge, zeolite, and an auxiliary carbide such as bran powder with a ratio of 45:35:10:10, or the mixture may be formed by mixing peat, waste, sludge, zeolite and caustic lime with a ratio of 40:40:10:40.
NOVELTY - Thermal decomposition gas is generated when waste material (1) is heated in a thermal decomposition apparatus (4). A modifier (5) modifies the generated thermal decomposition gas. A fire tube type vertical boiler (10) cools the modified gas.    USE - Used for the disposal of waste from offices or homes by crushing and thermal decomposition.    ADVANTAGE - Since the thermal decomposition gas is modified and is then sent to the boiler, corrosion in the tubes of the boiler is prevented and the modified gas is reliably cooled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The boiler is driven at 0.5-1.5 MPa of saturated vapor pressure. The boiler has several tubes inside a casing and a soot-blow nozzle. A feed pipe supplies water in the casing and a steam pipe ejects the steam from the case through the soot-blow nozzle. A pre-heater provided at the bottom of the boiler, pre heats the water supplied to the boiler from a source. A preheating pipe sends water from the source to the boiler after passing through the preheater. A bypass pipe sends water from the source to the boiler directly. The preheating and bypass line can be freely switched by a directional control valve.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the waste disposal system. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    Waste material (1)    Thermal decomposition apparatus (4)    Modifier (5)    Fire tube type vertical boiler (10)
NOVELTY - A heat insulating material (15) is attached to the outer surface of the wall of a carbonization chamber (1), corresponding to the portion at which the flame of a main burner (10) of a heating chamber (2), contacts the wall. A sub-burner (6) is provided in a combustion chamber (3) connected to the carbonization chamber having a garbage supply opening (11) and a carbonized material discharge opening (12), and an agitator (8).    USE - Used for the carbonization of garbage such as organic refuse, paper, timber, and paper diapers.    ADVANTAGE - The heat insulating material prevents direct contact of the flame of the main burner with the wall of the carbonization chamber, preventing an increase in temperature at the portion of the wall, corresponding to the burner flame. The durability of the carbonization apparatus is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the carbonization apparatus.    Carbonization chamber (1)    Heating chamber (2)    Combustion chamber (3)    Sub-burner (6)    Agitator (8)    Main burner (10)    Garbage supply opening (11)    Carbonized material discharge opening (12)    Heat insulating material (15)
NOVELTY - A partition plate (15) is installed in a heating chamber (2), by fixing it to the connecting brackets (16) protruded at the outer surface of a coke oven chamber (1), through a bolt and nut.    USE - Used for mounting a partition plate in a carbonization apparatus used for organic refuse, papers, timber and paper diapers.    ADVANTAGE - The danger of the partition wall falling is prevented. Thermal stress caused due to welding is eliminated, by fixing to connecting brackets. Carbonization efficiency is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the carbonization apparatus.    Coke oven chamber (1)    Heating chamber (2)    Partition plate (15)    Connecting brackets (16)
NOVELTY - The liquid fuel coexisting under a liquid phase and a gaseous phase is desulfurized by reforming method. The desulfurization reaction product produced in the desulfurization reaction vessel (2) is extracted from the region of gas-liquid boundary surface (4) in the reactor and supplied to a modification reaction system (6).    USE - For manufacture of fuel used in fuel cells (claimed) and manufacture of high quality hydrogen gas.    ADVANTAGE - The desulfurization method of liquid fuel enables continuous supply of desulfurized reaction product at low temperature in fixed amount and fixed composition to modification-reaction system and hence modification reaction is performed stably for a long period of time. The method enables to obtain hydrogen gas of high purity by operating in low temperature low voltage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The liquid fuel is kerosene and/or lamp oil. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of fuel for fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the apparatus used for desulfurization of liquid fuel.    Desulfurization reaction vessel (2)    Gas-liquid boundary surface (4)    Modification reaction system (6)
NOVELTY - The modifier comprises a catalyst layer (19) cylindrically arranged along longitudinal direction of a container (12) with high-temperature gas passageway. The flow path of high-temperature gas in the exit portion of catalyst layer, is narrow when compared to the flow path in the upstream portion of the catalyst layer.    USE - Modifier reforms hydrocarbon group gas such as natural gas to reformed gas used for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Controls easily the deviation of measured gas temperature and actual temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the modifier for fuel cells. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    container (12)    catalyst layer (19)
NOVELTY - A pair of flanges (21, 23) support a lamination structure (60) including several electrolytic cells and separators positioned alternately. A tightening power management unit positioned between the flanges has springs (30) and nuts (31).    USE - Used for a solid polymer-film water electrolysis apparatus for the generation of hydrogen as a fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The springs and the nuts maintain a constant gap between the separators and the cells even if the lamination structure bulges due to internal pressure, preventing leakage of electrolyzed water due to change in the gap between the cells and the separators.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show top and front views of the solid polymer-film water electrolysis apparatus.    Flanges (21, 23)    Springs (30)    Nuts (31)    Lamination structure (60)
NOVELTY - A partition plate (20) has unevenly distributed holes (20a) for passing raw material gas.    USE - For modifying the raw material gas of a hydrocarbon group such as natural gas used in the fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Deviation of gas composition is decreased and the thickness of catalyst layer is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the fuel cell modifier and the top view of the partition plate. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    catalyst layer (19)    partition plate (20)    holes (20a)
NOVELTY - A carbon dioxide filter (104) separates the carbon dioxide from the reformed gas ejected from membrane reformer (102). A circulator (112) recirculates the reformed gas from the carbon dioxide filter to the membrane reformer.    USE - For supplying hydrogen to fuel cell used in nuclear plant.    ADVANTAGE - All the hydrogen contained in the raw material are transformed as product hydrogen. Collects carbon dioxide and uses the same for exchanging heat between the membrane reformer without ejecting it into the atmosphere.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production apparatus (100)    membrane reformer (102)    carbon dioxide filter (104)    raw material gas (106)    external heat source (107)    hydrogen (108)    circulator (112)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen occlusion complex material comprises a metal-layered compound composite, formed at the interphases. The compound composite is formed by micronizing complexed hexagonal system boron nitride or graphite, which is titanium, and a layered compound.    USE - For storing hydrogen gas.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen occlusion complex material has excellent safety, hydrogen occlusion property, and initial-stage activation, and provides high-density hydrogen gas. The hydrogen occlusion-discharging temperature is decreased, and hydrogen occlusion amount per unit weight is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen occlusion complex material.
NOVELTY - A bypass pipe (42) with a cut-off valve (44), branched from a piping between a modifier (1) and a compressor (50), is connected to the modifier. After shutdown state of hydrogen generator, the modifier is driven by burning the hydrogen rich gas produced in the modifier.    USE - For operating hydrogen generator (claimed) used in fuel cell power generating plant.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces starting time of hydrogen generator, as the modifier is driven by burning hydrogen gas after shutdown of hydrogen generator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the hydrogen generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of hydrogen generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Modifier (1)    Bypass pipe (42)    Cut-off valve (44)    Compressor (50)
NOVELTY - The plant (1) has a reaction tank (5) which promotes the reaction of a liquid mixture (2) sent from a hold tank (3) and a recovery tank (6) which collects the product through a pipeline (9). A storage tank (4) is provided to temporarily store the solution from the reaction tank and suppresses the gas generation when the pressure in the recovery tank exceeds a preset limit.    USE - For generating a gas such as hydrogen by promoting a reaction between the solid and liquid contents such as a hydrides and water of liquid mixture by heating or with a catalyst arc temperature higher than a normal temperature in the mixed state.    ADVANTAGE - A gas of appropriate quantity can be generated by suitably making the contents of a liquid mixture to react under a temperature higher than a normal temperature, since solution from the reaction tank is temporarily stored in a storage tank and the gas generation is suppressed. The expansion of the equipment can be avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A gas is produced by promoting the reaction between the solid and liquid contents of the liquid mixtures with heating or a catalyst in the mixed state within the reaction tank. The storage tank is connected in the middle of a liquid mixture transfer path (7a) from the hold tank to the reaction tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The shows the structure of hydrogen generator.    hydrogen generator (1)    liquid mixture (2)    raw material hold tank (3)    temporary storage tank (4)    reaction tank (5)    recovery tank (6)    liquid mixture transfer path (7a)    pipeline (9)
NOVELTY - A desulfurization catalyst comprises 0.1-50 wt.% of rare earth elements and Y type zeolite.    USE - For hydrocarbon raw material in fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst efficiently de-sulfurizes the sulfur compound contained in raw material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) desulfurization method of hydrocarbon raw material; and    (2) a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel-cell system.
NOVELTY - A gas dispersing plate (9) is provided between a fuel gas introduction portion (4) having a premixing chamber (8) and a reaction container (3) having a catalyst particle circulation unit (1). A drain prevention unit (15) for preventing draining of catalyst particles (10) in the container, is provided at the exit side of the container having a heating coil (13).    USE - For producing hydrogen gas used in fuel cell, used for chemical reactions and in iron industry, ammonia manufacturing plant.    ADVANTAGE - Efficient and stable production of hydrogen gas is enabled, the structure of apparatus is simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of hydrogen gas production apparatus.    catalyst particle circulation unit (1)    reaction container (3)    fuel gas introduction portion (4)    premixing chamber (8)    gas dispersing plate (9)    catalyst particle (10)    heating coil (13)    drain prevention unit (15)
NOVELTY - Occlusion of hydrogen by carbon material is performed by electrolysis of water.    USE - For fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is easily occluded and emission of carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide is prevented. Using carbon material of large weight enables occlusion of hydrogen at more than the constant rate.
NOVELTY - The catalyst is obtained by the reduction of a complex oxide catalyst precursor containing nickel and aluminum, using hydrogen at 600 degreesC or more.    USE - For manufacturing mixed gas comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide used in fuel cell modifier (claimed), and used as raw material for hydrogenation and carbonylation reactions.    ADVANTAGE - The decomposition of methanol is performed with extremely high activity, selectivity and stability. The mixed gas of hydrogen and carbon dioxide is manufactured efficiently using the catalyst. The catalyst has high activity for a long period of time. Mixed gas comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide, which is easy to store, transport and handle is produced easily from methanol.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of hydrogen and carbon dioxide;    (2) manufacture of hydrogen from methanol and carbon dioxide;    (3) methanolysis apparatus; and    (4) modifier for fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the variation in time course of methanol conversion ratio which uses the catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A direct dimethyl-ether type fuel cell has a cathode and an anode, distributed via an electrolyte. The fuel cell has a cell stack comprised such that air is supplied as oxidizing agent to the anode, as an electric-power-generation portion (10). The fuel cell has a pressurization container (20), which accommodates dimethyl ether and water to be supplied as a fuel to the cathode.    USE - For portable use, such as mobile telephones, and as electric power unit for computers.    ADVANTAGE - The direct dimethyl-ether type fuel cell is compact. Water-level detection and water-replenishment are eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A direct dimethyl-ether type fuel cell has a cathode and an anode, distributed via an electrolyte containing proton electroconductive polyelectrolyte or hydroxide ion electroconductive polyelectrolyte. The fuel cell has a cell stack comprised such that air is supplied as oxidizing agent to the anode, as an electric-power-generation portion (10). The fuel cell has a pressurization container (20) which accommodates dimethyl ether and water to be supplied as a fuel to the cathode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the direct dimethyl-ether type fuel cell.    Electric-power-generation portion (10)    Pressurization container (20)
NOVELTY - A fuel composition contains tertiary butyl alcohol, diisopropyl ether, hydrocarbon compound, and methyl and/or ethyl tertiary-butyl ethers.    USE - For vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel composition prevents pollution by decreasing the amount of hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide in an exhaust gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the result of horsepower measurement of the fuel composition.
NOVELTY - A grilled bamboo charcoal (10) comprises pipe shape hollowed portion existed in the node of bamboo material (11) and is roasted in a covered pan.    USE - As bamboo charcoal such as smoked charcoal useful as soil improvement material, deodorizer, humidity control agent, stock raising fodder, fuel, etc., soft charcoal useful as industrial catalyst, seasoning for foodstuffs, etc., hard charcoal useful as highly efficient absorbent, electrode, etc., and activated carbon.    ADVANTAGE - The method is cost effective, provides high yield, stable and high quality of bamboo charcoal in a short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for manufacturing grilled bamboo charcoal, which involves producing pipe shape hollowed portion existed in the node of the bamboo material, supplying steam or inert gas in a covered pan and roasting the bamboo material using carbonized oven; and    (2) an apparatus for manufacturing grilled bamboo charcoal, which consists of vertical carbonized oven for holding hollowed bamboo material and for providing rotatable centering on the perpendicular which passes through the center of the base of the carbonized oven and rotation supporter for maintaining the position of bamboo material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows perspective view of grilled bamboo charcoal.    grilled bamboo charcoal (10)    bamboo material (11)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse generation parts are passed through refuse storage containers, so that the refuse is fed into the container with compost and fermented. The fermented material is accumulated, and fermented to obtain a compost. Portion(s) of compost is distributed in the containers with refuse, and the mixture is fermented. The accumulation of fermented material, and formation and supply of compost are repeated.    USE - For fermentation of organic refuse (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The processing method enables volume reduction of organic refuse and prevents generation of any bad smells during processing. Composting of organic refuse is quickly carried out in a small-scale installation. The method efficiently ferments organic refuse.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic refuse is stored in a number of storage containers. A number of organic refuse generation parts are passed through the storage containers. The organic refuse is fed into each container with a compost and fermented. The fermented material is accumulated for composting. The accumulated material is further fermented to obtain a compost. At least a portion of the compost is ground and distributed in the storage containers with organic refuse. The mixture of compost and organic refuse is fermented. The accumulation of fermented material, formation of compost and supply of compost to storage container are repeated for fermentation.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic refuse fermentation method which involves providing chaff at the bottom of storage container, and laying compost and organic refuse layers alternatively on the chaff.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows flowchart of organic refuse processing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A cathode is covered by perfluoro carbon polymer layer with moisture content (W) satisfies the condition 100 at most W at most 400. The reactive gas is supplied to the cathode at a partial pressure below saturated water vapor pressure at a temperature of less than 10 degrees Celsius.    USE - For operating solid polymer fuel cell used for electric co-generated system and also for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell with reduced size and weight is stably operated through a long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel-cell apparatus.
NOVELTY - A controller controls the storage operation or supply operation of hydrogen with respect to a hydrogen storage tank (9), a hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (11) and a fuel cell (12). A communication device delivers and receives information about hydrogen between the hydrogen manufacturing apparatus and the fuel cell according to the request from the controller.    USE - Hydrogen storage container for electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to efficiently and easily store/supply hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen supply method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen storage container. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen storage tank (9)    hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (11)    fuel cell (12)
NOVELTY - Modifier for fuel cell comprises an air injection opening (17) in a diffusion chamber at inclined angle to supply air, so that the inclination angle of the opening with respect to injection direction of spraying object from the vaporizer is equal to or more than 90 degrees.    USE - Modifier for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Enables injecting objects uniformly and effectively to spray liquid with less dripping.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an expanded sectional view of the modifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    air injection opening (17)
NOVELTY - A primary winding wire (23) of a transformer (18) is connected to an anode (13) in a fuel cell (11) and a fuel supply control unit (17). The fuel supply control unit controls opening/closing an electromagnetic valve, to control amount of fuel supplied to the fuel cell, so that a secondary winding wire (24) of the transformer generates predetermined voltage different from that of the primary winding wire.    USE - In television, vehicle such as motor vehicle, electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle, portable communication apparatus and emergency use uninterruptible electric power unit, for converting electric power generated from fuel cell into voltage.    ADVANTAGE - Electric-power loss by the switching element is prevented and voltage conversion efficiency is improved. Size of the voltage conversion apparatus is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for magnetic field generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the voltage-conversion apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (11)    anode (13)    supply control unit (17)    transformer (18)    primary winding wire (23)    secondary winding wire (24)
NOVELTY - The motor has a rotary shaft (13) to which a rotator (12) and a fuel cell (16) are attached. The rotator is driven by electric power generated by the fuel cell, upon supplying anode and cathode active substances. The amount of active substances supplied to the fuel cell is controlled based on rotation angle of the rotator.    USE - Used as a battery powered motor.    ADVANTAGE - As the supply of anode and cathode electrode active substances to the fuel cell are controlled according to the rotation angle of the rotator, the required output voltage is obtained from the fuel cell in the motor, without the need for commutator and brush in the motor. Hence, the power loss, overall size and cost of the motor are reduced effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of the battery powered motor.    Rotator (12)    Rotary shaft (13)    Fuel cell (16)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing soil improvement material involves mixing culture solution (2) containing microorganisms and timber chip (1), cultivating the mixture and mixing the cultured timber and excrements (5).    USE - As soil improvement material.    ADVANTAGE - The soil improvement material is safe and effectively retains the bad smell of the excrements. The material is manufactured at low cost by effective usage of waste wood material, cut-down trees, etc., without destroying the natural environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) cultivated soil improvement material which contains culture solution containing microorganisms, timber chip and excrements; and    (2) cultivated timber chip culture which contains culture solution containing microorganisms and timber chip.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows perspective view of the manufacturing apparatus of the culture timber chip and process of manufacturing soil improvement material.    timber chip (1)    culture solution (2)    excrements (5)
NOVELTY - A micro-organism fixed carrier (1), comprises a flexible polyurethane foam (2) to which an improvement material (3) having apparent specific gravity of 0.08-0.5 is fixed.    USE - For fixing micro-organisms used in the purification of waste water.    ADVANTAGE - The micro-organism fixed carrier has excellent durability, clogging resistance, micro-organism retention strength and moderate floating force. The carrier exhibits sufficient decomposition metabolism ability by the micro-organisms.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows micro-organisms fixed carrier in cube form.    Carrier (1)    Flexible polyurethane foam (2)    Improvement material (3)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen generation apparatus comprises a reformer for generating reformed gas containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide by reacting a material containing organic compound and water; a removal device having shifter(s) for reducing carbon monoxide contained in reformed gas; and a humidifying device for humidifying the material directly or indirectly using moisture contained in reformed gas.    USE - The inventive apparatus is used for generating hydrogen (claimed). It is useful in fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive apparatus is capable of operating at high efficiency while humidifying a material gas with a simple structure and at a low heat quantity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel-cell power generation system comprising the inventive hydrogen generation apparatus, and a fuel cell for generating power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic longitudinal sectional view of a fuel-cell power generation apparatus.
NOVELTY - Gasifying biomass by subjecting the biomass to pyrolysis and char reduction processes, is new. The char reduction or conversion takes place in two distinct steps and produces a clean gas having low tar content and high energy value. The carbon in the biomass is completely converted to ashes and thus ensuring an optimal energetic yield. Subsequently, the ashes are vitrified.    USE - For gasification of biomass used for production of heat and electricity, co-generation from carbonaceous, residues and wastes of agriculture such as wood and straw masses, industrial or municipal origin, and valorization of renewable energies to reduce production of greenhouse gas.    ADVANTAGE - The condensation of tar in the feeding system is avoided since a perfect gas-tight sealing is provided between pyrolyser and the screw. Hence plugging is prevented. The gasification process inexpensively produces clean gas having low tar content, high energetic yield and energy value. The vibrating pyrolyser produces a homogeneous char, simplifies the preparation of the product before introducing into gasifier and sorts out pyrolysis gases to control injection of gases into process and to optimize the energetical valorization of gases.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) gasifier;    (b) single, combined, total char combustion and tar cracking ((TCC)2) reactor;    (c) biomass pyrolyser;    (d) connecting device for connecting (TCC)2 and char reduction reactor; and    (e) pyrolyser feeding system.
NOVELTY - A soil conditioner which can also act as a water revitalizer and which comprises an electrolyte and a sugar consists of a mixture of (A) an aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide, ethanoic acid and 1,2,3-propanetriol; and (B) an aqueous solution of saccharose, ethanoic acid and potassium hydrogen tartrate. Both solutions are obtained by constant stirring.    USE - Used as a soil conditioner or water revitalizer, the conditioner being used in water-diluted form optionally together with e.g. manure, waste (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The conditioner does not upset the soil's ecological balance. It promotes greater plant growth than prior-art conditioners and revivifies wilted plants; good results with respect to water-retention were obtained in field trials in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
NOVELTY - A starter culture for microbiological treatment of water, soil, sediments and/or sludges, comprising live chemolithoautotrophic bacteria immobilized in a matrix coated with pigments and/or adsorbents, is new.    USE - The culture is useful for the microbiological treatment of water, soil, sediments and/or sludges (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The pigments/adsorbents protect the bacteria from strong light.
NOVELTY - The air supply device has a low-pressure compressor (14) coupled on the low pressure side to an electric motor (11) in series with a high-pressure compressor (16) having a turbine (17) in the form of a free-running rotor (30), connected to the exit pipe (24) of the fuel cell (10), for energy recovery.    USE - The air supply device is used for a 2-stage fuel cell, e.g. for an automobile electric drive.    ADVANTAGE - Allows energy recovery for reducing electrical energy requirement of air supply device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Also included are INDEPENDENT CLAIMS for the following:    (a) a low-pressure compressor and an electric motor for a fuel cell air supply;    (b) a high- pressure compressor and a rotor bearing for a fuel cell air supply;    (c) a bearing for a low-pressure compressor or free-running rotor;    (d) a regulation method for an air supply device for a fuel cell    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a principle diagram of a fuel cell air supply device.    Fuel cell (10)    Electric motor (11)    Low-pressure compressor (14)    High-pressure compressor (16)    Turbine (17)    Exit pipe of fuel cell (24)    Free-running rotor (30)
NOVELTY - Caldothrix ultrathermophilic microorganism which grows at 80degreesC or higher, is new.    USE - For fermenting organic waste material to produce compost or thermophilic enzymes.
NOVELTY - The first stage of the fuel cell system has a number of sensors for determining the operating parameters, and includes a charge current sensor (36), a stack current sensor (38), a voltage sensor (40), and a battery temperature sensor (42). The second stage includes the controller (28), an actuator (30), and a regulator (18) that controls reactant flow based on voltage deviation across a series pass element (32) or on battery condition.    USE - For production of a variety of power supply systems of required voltage and capacity.    ADVANTAGE - Lower manufacturing costs, high efficiency, no noise problems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Independent claims are included for a method of operating a fuel cell system and for a power supply system    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Schematic diagram of fuel cell system powering an electrical load    Regulator (18)    Controller (28)    Actuator (30)    Pass element (32)    Sensors (36,38,40,42)
NOVELTY - In a process to convert hydrocarbon fuel into hydrogen for use in a fuel cell, a primary gas supply is generated from the hydrocarbon fuel and subjected to two oxidation process stages.    USE - Process to convert hydrocarbon fuel into hydrogen for use in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The conversion process is more selective and efficient than prior art.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In each oxidation stage, a secondary gaseous oxidation agent is introduced. In one zone, the two gas flows mix at a point where the Mol ratio of the two oxidation agents and fuel is much greater than the Mol ratio of the overall process. In this zone, a non-thermal plasma is created which generates reactive particles from the oxidation agents. The oxidation agent is gaseous steam (H2O), oxygen (O2), carbon dioxide (CO2) or a mixture of these. The oxidation agent is introduced together with a non-oxidizing gas component e.g. Nitrogen (N2) or a noble gas. The secondary gas flow is air, combustion gaseous exhausts, or a mixture of these. Also claimed is a commensurate assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the principle of operation for steam reformation of a gaseous combustion fuel. (Drawing includes non English-language text).    Fuel valve (41)    Heat exchanger (42)    Heater (42a)    Water valve (43)    Water heat exchanger (44)    Steam super-heater (44b)    Gas treatment stage (45)    Dosing unit (46)    Energy supply (47)    Reaction gas treatment (48a)    Heat exchanger (48)
NOVELTY - Developing a method for removing hydrogen that utilizes low sulfur content, renewable and non-flammable starting materials, the method proceeding at a lower temperature than conventional steam reforming of hydrocarbons derived from petroleum feedstocks.    USE - The invention is used to produce hydrogen useful for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The invention uses far less dangerous oxygenated hydrocarbon reactants produced from renewable resources, such as biomass that is abundant and fully renewable. The use of these feedstocks in power generation applications does not result in net increase of carbon dioxide vented to atmosphere. The invention functions at much lower temperature than conventional steam reforming of hydrocarbons. It allows for the reforming of the oxygenated hydrocarbons and a simultaneous WGS (sic) reaction to take place in single reactor. It is carried out in condensed liquid phase thus, it eliminates a need to vaporize water to steam.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Hydrogen is produced by reacting water and water-soluble oxygenated hydrocarbon having at least 2C atoms in presence of metal-containing catalyst having metal consisting of Group VIIIB transition metals and/or their alloys.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for producing hydrogen via condensed-phase reforming comprising reacting water and a water-soluble oxygenated hydrocarbon in the condensed phase, in the presence of a metal-containing catalyst, where the catalyst comprises a metal selected from Group VIIIB transition metal and/or their alloys.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of a reactor system that can be used to carry out the condensed liquid phase reforming of oxygenated hydrocarbons.
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring a temperature of a fuel stream entering a fuel cell stack (12). Fuel cell stack temperature parameter that indicates a temperature in the stack and a current produced by a fuel cell system (10) are measured. Fuel concentration is calculated based on the measured fuel stream temperature, the fuel cell stack temperature parameter, the current and a predetermined calibration of the system.    USE - Used for measuring the concentration of the fuel in operating liquid feed fuel cell systems.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel concentration is calculated as a function of the observed current, the temperature of the fuel stream entering the fuel cell stack and the temperature of the fuel cell stack itself, thereby eliminating the need for a dedicated sensor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a liquid feed fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified schematic of a liquid feed fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack. (12)
NOVELTY - The method involves positioning fuel cell stack (5) directing water and air into a fuel stream passage (10) and an oxidant stream passage (20) respectively. A constant gas pressure is maintained in the two stream passages such that the pressure in the oxidant passage is greater than atmospheric pressure. The airflow rate in the fuel passage is measured to detect water level position inside fuel stream passage.    USE - Used in solid polymer fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The method accurately detects the leaks relatively consuming less time and avoids disassembling of the fuel cell stack.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for locating an internal transfer leak in a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an apparatus for locating internal transfer leaks.    Fuel cell stack (5)    Fuel stream passage (10)    Oxidant stream passage. (20)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen storage material comprises a hydrogen storage alloy including titanium, vanadium, chromium, manganese, and vanadium, chromium, iron and/or nickel.    USE - The invention in a powder form (claimed) is used for storing of hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The invention exhibits low cost, high hydrogen-storage efficiency, good dissociation equilibrium pressure, and high absorption/desorption rate. It has good reversibility to be capable of adsorption/desorption cycles without loss of its hydrogen storage capabilities. It has resistance to contaminants to which it may be subjected during manufacturing and utilization, thus preventing a degradation and of acceptable performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen storage material comprises a hydrogen storage alloy of formula TiQ-XZrXMnZ-YAY.    A = V, Cr, Fe, Ni, Al;    Q = 0.9-1.1;    X = 0-0.35;    Y = 0.3-1.8; and    Z = 1.8-2.1.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a pressure-composition-temperature graph of alloy TA-34 of the invention.
NOVELTY - The methanol reforming apparatus comprises reforming section, combustion section, and oxidation section, in sequence. The reforming section induces a reaction of reforming fuel and formation of hydrogen and carbon dioxide. The combustion section has a combustion catalyst. The oxidation section oxidizes carbon monoxide as by-product generated in the reforming section into carbon dioxide.    USE - For reforming methanol to produce hydrogen for powering fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus is compact and highly efficient. It reduces carbon monoxide concentration in a reformed gas during load fluctuations below the concentration allowable for fuel cells. It includes an oxidation section downstream of reforming section, thus providing temperature distribution for highest thermal efficiency. It is manufactured in low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The methanol reforming apparatus comprises reforming section (12), combustion section (11), and oxidation section. The reforming section induces a reaction of reforming fuel and formation of hydrogen and carbon dioxide. The combustion section supplies a reforming heat to the reforming section, and has a combustion catalyst. The oxidation section oxidizes carbon monoxide as by-product generated in the reforming section into carbon dioxide. Each section is stacked in contact with the other. First passages are connected to combustion section and second passages to reforming section.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the inventive apparatus.    Thin sheets (1)    Spacers (3)    Combustion section (11)    Reforming section (12)
NOVELTY - An organic waste composting system is provided to shorten fermentation time, produce good quality fertilizer, and remove bad smell by aerobic fermenting organic waste materials with fermenting materials including vermiculite.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The composting system comprises the parts of: a storing vessel (10) keeping organic wastes; a fermenting vessel(30) in which organic wastes ferment under aerobic condition; a water supplier(70), connected to the fermenting vessel, supplying water in fermenting so that the mixture of wastes and fermenting materials can contain 50% of water; a fermenting material-supplier(40) for controlling water content and C/N ratio of organic wastes, wherein the fermenting materials are saw dust, rice hull and rice straw, and vermiculite fired over 800-1100deg.C for controlling C/N ratio and water content, respectively; an O2 supplier for flowing O2 gas into the fermenting vessel; a mixer set on the upper side of the fermenting vessel.
NOVELTY - A module (1) has a cylindrical case (2) in which a number of hollow fiber membranes (3) are arranged. The hollow fiber membranes are fixed at the edges of the case by a thermosetting material (4). Annular grooves (2a) formed at inner face of the case, enable fixing the thermosetting material in specified position within the case.    USE - Used for humidifying feed-gas of a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The shifting of the position of the thermosetting material, due to the pressure of the gas supplied into the module, can be prevented by firmly fixing the thermosetting material within the case, even when the module is exposed to different conditions of temperature and humidity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the hollow fiber membrane module.    Module (1)    Cylindrical case (2)    Annular grooves (2a)    Hollow fiber membranes (3)    Thermosetting material (4)
NOVELTY - A gas circulation reservoir (83) and an air releasing reservoir (84) are connected by a U-shaped communication path (26). A gas supply opening (21) in the gas circulation reservoir is provided at a higher level than a waste water port (23) provided in the air releasing reservoir such that the liquid level (80) in the gas circulation reservoir is at a lower level when compared to the liquid level (81) in the air releasing reservoir.    USE - Used as a gas-liquid separation apparatus for a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus reduces the fluctuation of the quantity of gas emitted after separation of the gas-liquid mixture.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the gas-liquid separation apparatus.    Gas supply opening (21)    Waste water port (23)    Communication path (26)    Liquid levels (80, 81)    Gas circulation reservoir (83)    Air releasing reservoir (84)
NOVELTY - An emulsion of a fuel oil and 30-70 volume% of water mixed with an oxygen rich additive, is sprayed like fog in a pyrogenetic reaction chamber (3) and burnt at 1000 degrees C or more. The spray is made to collide with an impact plate (4) to level a volume irregularity in the vaporization of water and oil and the oxygen occupancy during the combustion process.    USE - For performing explosive decomposition combustion of organic substances according to pyrogenetic reaction in fields of carbonization and gasification.    ADVANTAGE - The mixing rate of water with respect to fuel oil in the emulsion being sprayed and burnt within the combustion furnace can be improved, and the oxygen content of the combustion gas can be reduced to zero or trace amount while being able to adjust the temperature of combustion gas inside a carbonization chamber in the specific range. Continuous carbonization of carbonized materials or combustible gas formation can be achieved in the interior of the carbonization chamber.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) organic substance carbonization method; and    (2) organic substance carbonization equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of organic substance carbonization equipment.    pyrogenetic reaction chamber (3)    impact plate (4)
NOVELTY - Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning detector (81) detects CO poisoning of battery electrode. The output electric current of the fuel cell is increased by supplying excess water vapor produced in oxygen pole side to hydrogen pole side, so as to promote shift reaction, during CO poisoning detection period.    USE - In cogeneration system.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon monoxide is connected into carbon dioxide and hence CO poisoning is eliminated. Thereby electric power generation efficiency of fuel cell is enhanced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (10)    oxygen pole side gas passage way (11)    hydrogen pole side gas passage way (12)    air feed pipe (20)    oxygen pole exhaust tube (24)    hydrogen pole exhaust tube (28)    hydrogen feed pipe (25)    modifier (30)    CO poisoning detector (81)    memories (83,84)
NOVELTY - The powder grain shaped hydrogen occlusion material (M) forcedly flows from hydrogen occlusion container (1) to hydrogen release container (2) through a dispersion plate (3), so that hydrogen gas contacts the material flowing through the plate.    USE - Hydrogen refiner.    ADVANTAGE - Shortens occlusion time of hydrogen with reduced running cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the hydrogen refiner. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    hydrogen occlusion container (1)    hydrogen release container (2)    dispersion plate (3)    hydrogen occlusion material (M)
NOVELTY - Degrading biphenyl or its derivatives by microorganisms which are capable of decomposing biphenyl or its derivatives, where the microorganisms involved in the degradation activity of biphenyl or its derivatives, comprise a mutation in promoter of a gene encoding enzyme involved in degradation of the biphenyl and the mutation improves the degradation activity of the microorganism.    USE - The method is useful for degrading biphenyl (preferably polychlorinated biphenyl) or their derivatives.    ADVANTAGE - The expression levels of the enzyme in the microorganisms comprising the mutation are not influenced by changes in target substance. Using the microorganisms, biphenyls such as polychlorinated biphenyl can be efficiently degraded.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a microorganism which is capable of degrading biphenyl, whose degradation activity is improved by a mutation in the promoter of a gene that encodes enzymes involved in the degradation process;    (2) a DNA fragment for mutation of promoter by homologous recombination, containing at least a portion of a fully defined sequence of 885 nucleotides as given in the specification, a marker gene, a restriction enzyme region, and at least a portion of fully defined sequence of 245 nucleotides as given in the specification or its fragment;    (3) Pseudomonas KH952-04 which can degrade biphenyl or its derivatives.
NOVELTY - Decomposition of biphenyl or its derivative involves using a microorganism capable of decomposing biphenyl, where the microorganism comprises in its genome, a mutant form of a structural gene encoding a control protein which suppresses the expression of an enzyme involved in the biphenyl decomposition process.    USE - For decomposing biphenyl or its derivative e.g., polychlorinated biphenyl (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The expression of enzyme that decomposes biphenyl is high, as it is not based on target concentration. The activity of enzyme is maintained high and is not influenced by control factors. Decomposition of biphenyl by microorganism is highly efficient. Environmental contaminants such as PCB and dibenzofuran can be degraded with high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a microorganism (I) capable of decomposing biphenyl, which comprises a mutant form of a structural gene that encodes a control protein, where the control protein suppresses the expression of an enzyme involved in biphenyl decomposition process.
NOVELTY - Aromatic chlorine compound is decomposed by cultivating basophilic microorganism capable of decomposing aromatic chlorine compound in the presence of aromatic chlorine compound.    USE - For decomposing aromatic chlorine compound such as polychlorinated biphenyl (claimed), chlorobenzene, polychlorinated naphthalene, chlorinated dioxin, fluoranthene, p- or o-chlorobenzoic acid.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables economical decomposition of aromatic chlorine compound by microorganism at normal temperature and pressure, without the need for special equipment or dechlorination.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for Bacillus sp. M-7 strain (FERM P-18482) having capability to decompose aromatic chlorine compound.
NOVELTY - Hydrogen is produced by decomposing thermochemically carbon containing material at 30 or more atmospheric pressure and 600-800degreesC in presence of water. Carbon dioxide absorbing material and carbon containing material are pelletized before decomposition. Unreacted substance extracted after completion of decomposition process, is calcinated without adding an oxidizing agent in a calcination apparatus.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen from organic substance such as coal and petroleum.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is manufactured selectively with high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A material containing carbon and water are reacted at high temperature and pressure. Hydrogen is produced by decomposing thermochemically the material containing carbon. A carbon dioxide absorbing material is provided to absorb all the carbon dioxide generated in the reaction system. The carbon dioxide absorbing material and material containing carbon are pelletized and then supplied to the reaction system. The unreacted substance in the reaction system is extracted after completion of decomposition and calcinated without adding an oxidizing agent, in a calcination apparatus. The thermochemical degradation is performed at 30 or more atmosphere pressure and 600-800degreesC.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart explaining hydrogen manufacturing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The honey-comb modification-catalyst component has a honey-comb structure having several small holes penetrated in the direction in which gas flows. The catalyst comprises a region where the gas-flow is given a turbulent flow over the entire flow path. The catalyst advances the modification reactions supported by the surface of a partition wall which divides the small holes.    USE - In modification reactions which produce hydrogen-containing gas from original heating gas containing hydrocarbon.    ADVANTAGE - The honey-comb modification-catalyst component provides quality improvement rate, without increasing the concentration of carbon monoxide, and reaction temperature. Deterioration of the modification-catalyst is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the turbulent flow of gas in the honey-comb modification-catalyst component. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A method for manufacturing compost, involves extracting and removing the catechin from used tea leaves and composting the used tea leaves.    USE - For manufacturing compost.    ADVANTAGE - The method is cost effective and provides compost within short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a compost which is obtained from used tea leaves free from catechin; and    (2) a composting raw material which contains used tea leaves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the graph mode of volume reduction at the time of manufacturing compost from used tea leaf. (Drawing includes non-English language text.)
NOVELTY - Contaminated soil purifying agent contains rice bran as main component.    USE - For purifying contaminated soil-using microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - Rice bran that is produced as waste product in rice polishing is utilized effectively, and recycling of resource is promoted. The method enables safe and effective processing of contaminated soil using very cheap material, by natural decomposition of rice bran without affecting the environment. By adding source of microorganisms in the processing of contaminated soil, more effective purification is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for contaminated soil purification method, which involves adding rice bran to the contaminated soil and mixing to improve the biological activity of soil microbes.
NOVELTY - Culture medium for cultivating aquatic organisms such as algae in floating water, comprising incinerated sewage sludge ashes as culture nutrient for supplying phosphorus, is new.    USE - For cultivating aquatic organisms such as algae, which is used to produce ethanol.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to reduce and suppress global warming by cultivating algae using the aquatic organism culture medium.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the culture medium for the aquatic organism.    Hollow portion (7).
NOVELTY - Microorganism raw materials for disintegrating environmental estrogen, is obtained by adding environmental estrogen degradation microorganisms isolated from compost, excrements, activated sludge and foodstuffs waste material, as a single or composite living system.    USE - For the restoration of environment.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables reduction of various organic compound content having estrogen effect of estrone (E1) in a compost raw material, 17-beta-estradiol (E2), estriol (E3) and its conjugate, efficiently. The method is effective for integrated culture method by retrieving the microorganisms, which degrade water-insoluble organic compound. The residual amount of waste is also decreased by adding microorganism raw materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) the compost comprises environmental estrogen disintegration which is obtained by adding the microorganism raw materials and the environmental estrogen content is small;    (2) the manufacture of microorganism raw materials; and    (3) environmental treating method using microorganism raw materials.
NOVELTY - A sludge-disposal apparatus has reactor (I) (91) for adding vitamins and decomposing sludge (11), a vent pipe (3) for passing gas without oxygen, an extractor (4) for organic-acid-containing supernatant (12) of sludge-decomposition, reactor (II) (92) with microorganisms (21) having organic-acid decomposability, a remover for gas of organic-acid decomposition, and a discharger for ejection liquid (22).    USE - For purifying sludge (claimed) in seawater, fresh water, oceans, lakes, marshes, and rivers.    ADVANTAGE - The sludge-disposal apparatus is energy-saving, simple, efficient and economical, and does not apply a load to the environment. The apparatus enables the return of sea-sand and river-sand to the bottom of sea and river. Valuables which can serve as fodder, fuel, or cultured-fish, are obtained after sludge-decomposition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for sludge-purification which involves filling the submarine sludge in reactor (I), passing a gas not containing oxygen from the vent pipe, adding vitamins, sending a supernatant liquid containing organic acid produced by sludge-decomposition in reactor (II), contacting sludge with methane-fermentation microbe in reactor (II), and decomposing organic acid for conversion into methane/carbon-dioxide mixture, and ejection liquid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline model of the structure of the sludge-disposal apparatus.    vent pipe (3)    extractor (4)    sludge (11)    supernatant (12)    microorganisms (21)    ejection liquid (22)    reactor (I) (91)    reactor (II) (92)
NOVELTY - An apparatus for waste disposal of foodstuffs containing animal and vegetable oils comprises a preprocessor (1) having mixing tank (3) containing waste liquid of animal and vegetable oils containing foodstuffs, an unit to supply solvent, stirring unit and discharge pipe. The waste liquid is processed by aerating the liquid in the presence of microorganisms having ability to decompose the oil component.    USE - For waste disposal of animal and vegetable oils containing foodstuffs.    ADVANTAGE - The method is economical and effective in processing the waste liquid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An apparatus for waste disposal of foodstuffs containing animal and vegetable oils comprises a mixing tank containing waste liquid or waste liquid source of animal and vegetable oil containing foodstuffs, an unit to supply solvent to the mixing tank, a stirring unit to mix the waste liquid and solvent and a discharge pipe for ejecting the liquid mixture containing waste liquid and solvent for waste disposal. The waste liquid is processed by aerating the liquid in the presence of microorganisms having the ability to decompose the oil component.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for processing waste liquid containing animal and vegetable oils containing foodstuffs, which involves mixing a solvent with waste liquid and processing the liquid mixture in the presence of microorganisms having the ability to decompose the oil component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the preprocessor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    preprocessor (1)    mixing tank (3)    air pump (9)
NOVELTY - Several partition walls (6-1 - 6-4) are installed inside a compost tank (1) to form a mixing tank (2), primary and secondary fermenters (3,4) and compost storage tank (5) which are equipped with pressurized air feed pipes (8) and air feed pipes (7) at their bottoms. The height of the partition wall is set, such that processing material is transferred in order to different tanks by blowing pressurized air.    USE - For composting organic waste such as dehydrated organic sludge, organic refuse, foodstuffs dreg.    ADVANTAGE - Enables composing easily with simple structure using partition walls, pressurized air and air feed pipes. Avoids corrosion, minimizes installation area, less power consumption. Maintains heat retention property and ferments processed material efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The pressurizes air feed pipe blows pressurized air to mixing tank, primary and secondary fermenters. Air feed pipe blows air for aerobic fermentations. The primary fermenter is divided into two stages. An insertion opening (1a) for organic refuse, is provided at top of the tank. A motor operated valves (9-1 - 9-4) are arranged for opening and closing connection to each of the mixing tank and fermenter. A compressor (11) is connected to the motor operated valve for supplying pressurized air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the compost apparatus.    compost tank (1)    insertion opening (1a)    mixing tank (2)    primary fermenter (3)    secondary fermenter (4)    compost storage tank (5)    partition walls (6-1 - 6-4)    guides (6-3a,6-4a)    air feed pipe (7)    pressurized air feed pipe (8)    motor operated valve (9-1 - 9-4)    compressor (11)    heater (12)    air blower (13)
NOVELTY - A motor (9) rotates a rotary shaft (25) fixed with stirring arms (15,31), within a treatment tank (3). A ventilator (5) sucks out air in the tank and feeds air passed through an ozonizer (7) into the tank. A portion of the air is exhausted through an exhaust port (65).    USE - For decomposing scrap of root vegetables, plant refuse, animal refuse, weeds, from home, operating facility and organic-refuse to make compost.    ADVANTAGE - The refuse is stirred efficiently by the stirring arms actuated by the motor, promoting decomposition processing of the refuse. The putrefactive smell contained in the air sucked out of the treatment tank is deodorized. The gear wheel are made of non-metallic material, therefore noise generated during operation of the refuse disposal machine is reduced. Rapid organic-refuse processing is performed by heating the material inside the tank and treatment with microorganisms.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A heater panel (85) heats the bottom portion of the treatment tank. A thermosensor measures the temperature in the tank. A control unit regulates the supply of the electric power to the heater panel, based on the detected temperature inside the tank. A gear wheel (49) attached to the rotary shaft, meshes with gear wheel (45) attached to a driving shaft (47) of the motor. An opening (55) is formed in the lower portion of the tank, to eject the residue in the tank. A discharge port is equipped with a door to open and close the port. The length, height and the width of the box-shaped refuse disposal machine are 700-1000 mm, 550-600 mm and 400-550 mm, respectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the refuse disposal machine.    treatment tank (3)    ventilator (5)    ozonizer (7)    motor (9)    stirring arms (15,31)    rotary shaft (25)    gear wheels (45,49)    driving shaft (47)    opening (55)    exhaust port (65)    heater panel (85)
NOVELTY - A processing apparatus has moisture-content detector (42), decomposition tank (2a), heater (71), and controller (22). When microorganisms decompose organic refuse, the controller controls the temperature of tank-wall which carries out heat-generation, between minimum and maximum values of moisture-content. The temperature is controlled below the temperature of microorganism support and organic refuse.    USE - For processing organic-refuse e.g. kitchen waste.    ADVANTAGE - The organic-refuse processing apparatus efficiently decomposes the organic-refuse using microorganisms. The ventilation unit decreases the influence of heat on pipe fittings.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic-refuse processing apparatus has a moisture-content detector (42), a decomposition tank (2a), a heater (71), and a controller (22). The detector is arranged in the decomposition tank and detects the moisture- content of the microorganism support (40) and organic refuse. The support is held in the decomposition tank which decomposes organic refuse by microorganisms. The heater heats the support via the tank-wall (2d). When the microorganisms decompose the organic refuse, the controller controls the temperature (To) of the tank-wall which carries out heat-generation, between a minimum value and a maximum value of moisture-content detected by the detector. The temperature is controlled below the temperature (Tm) of the microorganism support and organic refuse.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the organic-refuse processing apparatus.    decomposition tank (2a)    dry tank (2b)    partition wall (2c)    tank-wall (2d)    controller (22)    microorganism support (40)    moisture-content detector (42)    stirrers (50-54)    ventilation unit (63)    heater (71)    temperature detector (72)
NOVELTY - An organic-refuse processing apparatus (1) has a processing container (29) which takes in materials, such as saw dust and organic refuse, and decompose-treats the materials. The processing container has a high permeability of 6 cm3/cm2/second or more.    USE - For decompose-treating organic refuse, e.g. kitchen waste, by microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - The organic-refuse processing apparatus efficiently decompose-treats organic refuse, by microorganisms, without generating any odor. The apparatus can be installed in outdoors where no electric power unit is needed, as ventilation is carried out naturally.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the organic-refuse processing apparatus.    organic-refuse processing apparatus (1)    pushing-up component (25)    processing container (29)
NOVELTY - A regeneration-type odor removal filter has a hygroscopic material (1) and a condensed water film layer (2) formed on the surface of the hygroscopic material.    USE - For deodorizing air contaminated with odor gas, especially with water-soluble odor gas.    ADVANTAGE - The regeneration-type odor removal filter provides efficient deodorization, and enables safe reuse over a long period of time. The filter is economical and flexible.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for regeneration of odor removal filter, which involves forming a water film layer condensed on the surface of a hygroscopic material, dissolving water-soluble odor gas (3) in the water film layer, and washing the dissolved water-soluble odor gas with the water film layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of the regeneration-type odor removal filter.    hygroscopic material (1)    water film layer (2)    water-soluble odor gas (3)
NOVELTY - A sealant support (13) is equipped along the opening surrounding wall (11) of the entrance-and-exit hoods, which pinches the lip seal (20) against the outer surface of the fermenter drum. An annular thick seal plate (20a) which is inserted between suspension wall (18) and pinching board (19) and fixed by a bolt (31) and a thin convex rib (21) are provided in the lip seal.    USE - For entrance-and-exit hoods of fermenter drum which processes organic refuse, excrement of stud farm, raw material of sludge, to form compost.    ADVANTAGE - Even if drum expands, sealant is reliably held on the hood side and prevents slipping down. Prevents leakage of outside gas and bad smell generated in the drum. Enables fermentation for long duration and achieves composting of organic substance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The seal structure is provided between rotation fermenter drum back and front both ends, and the opening surrounding wall of the entrance-and-exit hoods, respectively. The lip seal is extended along the whole circumference of the inner peripheral surface of the support. Several bolts are inserted from the pinching board, to fix the thick seal plate. The thin convex rib is positioned inclinedly against the drum outer surface. The bolt axial length is varied, so as to adjust the restraining setting degree of the thick seal plate. Lubricants such as grease is supplied between thin convex rib of the lip seal and the drum outer surface by a nozzle (28) provided in gap between them from reverse side.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partially notched expanded sectional view of the sealant structure in exit hood side of the fermenter drum.    surrounding wall (11)    sealant support (13)    suspension wall (18)    pinching board (19)    lip seal (20)    seal plate (20a)    thin convex rib (21)    nozzle (28)    bolt (31)
NOVELTY - Nursery materials comprises fermented chaff or pulverized chaff as main material blended with paper, which are composted.    USE - As a culture medium for nursery which nurture rice seedlings, vegetable seedling, flowers, trees, shrubs seedling, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The nursery materials can be produced cheaply and is extremely light weight. The nursery materials have pathogenic microbe inhibitory effect and also replaced with soil to raise the seedling.
NOVELTY - The fermentation decomposition of waste material (1) from the felled trees is carried out by crushing process (P1,P2) using aqueous solution (2) with microorganism group and organic fertilizer (5), and the resulting waste material after crushing process is stored to carry out ageing process (P3).    USE - For greening along the slope faces such as dyke and bank.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the cost of waste treatment and spray material. Crushing of wastes from felled trees are performed efficiently and reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the greening method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    waste material (1)    aqueous solution (2)    organic fertilizer (5)    crushing process (P1,P2)    ageing process (P3)
NOVELTY - Acclimatization of microorganisms involved in reduction of sludge volume, comprising carrying out sludge volume reduction under alkaline conditions at 20-80 degrees C with pH being varied between 0.1 to 5 over 1-63 days, is new.    USE - For acclimatization of microorganisms during processing of sludge for volume reduction (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process is economically efficient.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for reducing the volume of sludge, by using the acclimatized microbe.
NOVELTY - The water purification promoter comprises a powder mixture of microorganism deposit and an inorganic substance. The microorganisms are in diapause state, adhering to surface of shellfish shell, oysters and pearl oyster shells. The deposit is dried and then blended in the mixture.    USE - For purifying water bodies like lakes, rivers and marshes, and for purifying high concentration waste water generated in fishery food processing.    ADVANTAGE - Water purification is easily and effectively performed, in short duration. The purified water body enables retention of fertile soil, especially in estuaries.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) water purification method which involves dispersing water purification promoter in water which is fed into a treatment tank. Activated sludge is contacted with the promoter through a shellfish shell filter medium (15) and is purified; and    (2) water purification system (1a) for processing high concentration waste water in fishery food processing. The system comprises a shellfish-shell filter medium, treatment tank and sludge removal unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view of a high concentration waste water purification system.    water purification system (1a)    filter medium (15)    sludge (20)
NOVELTY - A vehicle mounted processing unit (7), simultaneously performs primary high speed fermentation and deodorization of organic refuse. The fermented refuse is subjected to secondary fermentation, in the fermentation tanks (10,11) so as to produce fodder/compost.    USE - For processing organic refuse such as food stuff waste, human waste, livestock waste, to manufacture compost and fodder.    ADVANTAGE - The processing of organic refuse in vehicle mounted processing unit, reduces processing time, and increases the processing speed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of organic refuse processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    processing unit (7)    fermentation tank (10,11)
NOVELTY - A processor has a methane-fermentation tank (3) which processes organic waste, a water supplier which supplies water to the tank, an ammoniacal-nitrogen concentration-detector (4) installed in the tank, and a controller (7) which dilutes the contents in the tank. The water supplier is controlled based on the signal from the detector, and water is supplied to the methane-fermentation tank.    USE - For processing organic waste by methane fermentation.    ADVANTAGE - The processing system avoids inhibition with respect to methane-fermentation action by ammoniacal-nitrogen, when the ammoniacal-nitrogen concentration in the methane-fermentation tank exceeds a fixed value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the processing system of organic waste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane-fermentation tank (3)    concentration-detector (4)    mist separator (5)    controller (7)
NOVELTY - Organic waste (1) is heated in a hydrothermal processing apparatus (9) with water and solubilized at high pressure by hydrothermal processing. A soluble compound (SC) (14) is obtained from hot waste (1), and SC is cooled to a preset temperature. Pressure is reduced to atmospheric pressure and ammonia is removed from SC. Compound (14) is then transported to digester (4) and digested to generate biogas (5).    USE - For processing of organic waste containing nitrogen, such as garbage, cattle feces and fishery waste material, to obtain biogas.    ADVANTAGE - The digestion process during generation of biogas is improved, since the methane microbe activity is not inhibited. The concentration of ammonia is significantly reduced in the soluble compound. The generation of biogas is performed in a short time due to pH adjustment and cooling of hot soluble compound. The installation and operating cost of digester and drainage treatment apparatus are favorable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the profile of the apparatus for generation of biogas from organic waste, as used above.    organic waste (1)    digester (4)    biogas (5)    hydrothermal processing apparatus (9)    flushing tank (11)    soluble compound (14)    cooler (20)    heat transfer fluid (21)
NOVELTY - A mixed return charcoal (14) is supplied to a coke-oven chamber (7) equipped with a smoothing leveler (1), after coal insertion. The input of waste plastic into the chamber, is controlled by adjusting the coal insertion height.    USE - For processing waste plastic.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses the reduction of coke without reducing the productivity of the coke-oven, by supplying mixed charcoal.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view explaining waste plastic processing method.    Smoothing leveler (1)    Coke-oven chamber (7)    Mixed return charcoal (14)
NOVELTY - Crushed long fiber plant is decomposed in bran koji (malt). Crude fiber is recovered from the raw material in koji and an alkaline digestion chemical solution is added to the recovered fiber and stored. The contents are digested to produce intermediary raw material of pulp to which the chemical solution is added and heated. The contents are digested and long fiber pulp is obtained.    USE - As long fiber pulp.    ADVANTAGE - The long fiber pulp with high whiteness and excellent strength, is manufactured with a high yield rate. The decompose-elution of the non-cellulose in the plant raw material is performed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A long fiber plant is cut-short and crushed and/or squeezed. Bran koji (malt) is prepared by planting filamentous fungi which produces an enzyme capable of decomposing non-cellulose in the plant raw material, in a bran culture medium. The crushed raw material is decompose-treated by the prepared bran koji. The juice is removed and crude fiber recovered from the raw material in koji. An alkaline digestion chemical solution is added to the recovered fiber and a mild digestion is advanced to produce an intermediary raw material of pulp. The chemical solution is added to the intermediary raw material and heated. The contents are digested by batch-type or continuous system digestion, and a long fiber pulp is obtained.
NOVELTY - Decomposition (M) of aliphatic polyester molded product comprising plowing into soil or a culture medium with a humidity of 60% or more and temperature more than 60degreesC, is new. The temperature of the soil or culture medium is set to 40degreesC and the product is decomposed by biodegradation.    USE - M is useful for decomposing aliphatic polyester type molded products.    ADVANTAGE - Large amounts of aliphatic polyester type molded products are decomposed within a short period of time without using any special compost apparatus. Large-sized waste material such as agricultural materials are also decomposed easily.
NOVELTY - Reactor for the autothermal reforming of hydrocarbons comprises a reaction zone containing a catalyst, arranged so that the reactants are transformed when the cross the reaction zone ; the reactor is provided with external heating in the terminal region of the zone to accelerate the transformation of hydrocarbons.    USE - The reactor is useful in a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The unit can function with a low air coefficient(pi), defined as :- pi = amount of O2 supplied to the reaction / amount of O2 necessary for complete oxidation. The system of the invention allows a reduction of the air coefficient , typically 0.25 - 0.35, and thus reduction of energy necessary for air compression and without producing a reduction of transformation of hydrocarbons in the terminal reaction zone.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the use of the reforming unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure 1 shows a reforming unit of the invention    Reaction zone (1)    Wall (2)    Catalyst structure (3)    Terminal zone (5)    Radiant catalytic burner (6)    Entry region (7)    Exit region (8)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell (3) is supplied with a hydrogen rich mixture by a reformer (22) and may provide main power or supply to ancillaries. A hydrogen reservoir (15) supplies the fuel cell when the reformer is not available. The reformer is supplied normally from a commercial fuel (11) and during starting with an additive (12,12a) obtained by evaporation (17) from the commercial fuel. An internal combustion engine may be included for main power    USE - To provide main or ancillary power from a fuel cell e.g. for hybrid vehicle, air craft, boat or for co-generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The installation enables power to be obtained quickly at starting by using temporarily an additive derived from the main fuel by evaporation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the fuel cell installation    Fuel cell (3)    Commercial fuel (11)    Additive (12,12a)    Hydrogen reservoir (15)    Evaporator (17)    Reformer (22)
NOVELTY - The power management method for fuel cell motor vehicle short runs involves starting the vehicle without operating the reforming heater (17) if the temperature is below a preset value, and using an auxiliary power source to drive the vehicle. The reformer is only activated if the charge state of the auxiliary power source is lower than a preset value. The reformer can be reheated when its temperature is between a first and a second temperature.    USE - For fuel cell motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Allows reduced overall fuel consumption.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Claims include a circuit to carry out the method.    Reformer (10)    Battery (15,6)    Heater (17)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises: electrogenerating portion (14) having fuel electrode, oxidant electrode, and electrolyte membrane sandwiched between fuel and oxidant electrodes; fuel accommodating container (11) accommodating a fuel to be supplied to fuel electrode; and fuel discharging portion connected to fuel electrode.    USE - For use as fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The invention reduces not only the leakage of fuel and by-products produced in oxidizing a fuel, but also leakage of them out of fuel cell by evaporation. It is capable of detecting the remaining amount of fuel with high accuracy without separately providing a system detecting the remaining amount of fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic view showing a constitution of a fuel cell system.    Fuel accommodating container (11)    Electrogenerating portion (14)    Absorbing portion (16)
NOVELTY - Recovery of nitrates from percolating water generated from urban solid waste or its preset fraction includes subjecting the percolating water to an aerobic process for the nitrification of ammonia present in water and oxidation of organic materials in the water; and subjecting the processed water to reverse osmosis to separate reusable permeate material and nitrate-rich concentrate material.    USE - Used for recovering nitrates from percolating water generated from urban solid waste or its preset fraction.    ADVANTAGE - The process eliminates the cost which will be necessary for disposing the reverse osmosis concentrate material. It provides mixed composted material having very high agronomic properties and produces very good quality water, while reducing the bad odor in the composting waste masses. The process is very safe and reliable in operation, and can be managed in a simple and economic manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an operating diagram of the process.
NOVELTY - A process for carrying out a chemical reaction in which the reactant(s) are brought between electrical conductors in the absence of a catalytically active substance with the application of an optionally adjustable voltage such that the amount of material and/or that of the formed product is not proportional to the amount of charge that is flowing between the conductors.    USE - Conducting chemical reactions, specifically for the preparation of ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, 2-keto-L-gulonic acid, diazonium salts, hydroperoxides, ethane and ethylene (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process is simple and controllable and provides high yield and selectivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A process for carrying out a chemical reaction, preferably a gas/gas or gas/ion reaction, in which the reactant or reactants are brought between at least two electrical conductors (3,4) in the absence of a catalytically active substance for the reaction with the application of an optionally adjustable voltage such that the electrical field so produced enables the chemical reaction to occur and/or increases its rate and the amount of material and/or that of the formed product (P) is not proportional to the amount of charge that is optionally flowing between the electrical conductors.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a cross-sectional view of a device for oxidation of propene with oxygen to form propylene oxide.    electrolysis cell (1)    gas diffusion electrode (2)    anode (3)    cathode (4)    diaphragm (5)    gas inlet (6)    gas outlet (7)    electrolyte (8)    phase boundary (9)
NOVELTY - A method for producing hydrogen which comprises heat- treating organic waste and water waste using hydrogen-generating bacteria under anaerobic conditions while controlling pH and temperature, is new.    USE - The method is for use for producing hydrogen gas from organic waste and wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - In conventional method hydrogen produced by hydrogen bacteria is consumed by methane bacteria in organic waste or waste water. In this method a biota is heated to reduce the amount of hydrogen-metabolizing bacteria while maintaining the activity of the hydrogen-producing sporulation bacteria. Hence this method provides hydrogen gas by effectively using hydrogen bacteria.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The duration necessary for heat-treating is determined as follows:    (1) Heat-treating conditions A were:    (i) pH of 3.7 - 5.7; and    (ii) temperature of 68 - 75degreesC (excluding 75degreesC);    (2) Heat-treating conditions B:    (a) pH of 3.7 - 5.7; and    (b) temperature 75 - 85degreesC (excluding 85 C);    (3) Heat-treating conditions C:    (I) pH of 3.7 - 5.7; and    (II) temperature of 85 - 95degreesC;    (4) Heat-treating conditions D:    (i) pH of 5.7 - 8.0; and    (ii) temperature of 75 - 85degreesC (excluding 85degreesC);    (5) Heat-treating conditions E:    (a) pH of 5.7 - 8.0; and    (b) temperature of 85 - 95degreesC; and    (6) Heat-treating conditions F:    (I) pH of 8.0 - 9.0; and    (II) temperature 85 - 95degreesC.    The duration for heating is at least 10 minutes in A, B and C, and at least 60 minutes in D, E and F.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen storage nanostructure comprises a nanostructure storage material including light elements (16, 20) from beryllium, boron, carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, fluorine, magnesium, phosphorus, sulfur, or chlorine. The nanostructured storage material is adapted to absorb hydrogen by physisorption.    USE - For hydrogen storage system for storing hydrogen used in fuel cells for hydrogen-powered automobiles or portable energy devices.    ADVANTAGE - The invention ensures high storage efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) a hydrogen storage system comprising a container and the inventive hydrogen storage nanostructure; and    (b) a method of storing hydrogen comprising introducing hydrogen into the nanostructured storage material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a nanocage structure.    Light elements (16, 20)    Sp2 bonds (24)
NOVELTY - Hydrocarbons are produced by converting a feed stream comprising carbon monoxide and hydrogen to a product stream comprising hydrocarbons in the presence of catalyst. The catalyst comprises cobalt and modified zirconia from silica-zirconia, sulfated zirconia, or tungstated zirconia.    USE - For producing hydrocarbons.    ADVANTAGE - The modification of zirconia support for a cobalt-containing Fischer-Tropsch catalyst improves the performance the catalyst, e.g. at least 11C productivity, and increased in the paraffin/olefin ratio of the produced hydrocarbons. The modification of zirconia also improves the properties of the catalyst, e.g. reducibility, dispersion and acidity. The improvement in performance and/or property of catalyst is at least 5%, preferably at least 70%.
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel cell stack (1) operating on fuel stream includes an inlet to receive the fuel stream provided by a fuel supply. A controller (10) through pressure control mechanism controls the fuel stream pressure that is applied to the cell stack. The control mechanism placed between the fuel supply and the stream inlet has pressure setting, which is below the surrounding environment pressure.    USE - Used as power source with improved safety.    ADVANTAGE - The risk of hydrogen leakage to the environment is reduced by providing a fuel cell stack on a fuel stream at a pressure below the pressure of the surrounding environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a fuel system    Fuel cell stack (1)    Controller (10)
NOVELTY - The system (30) has a phase separation apparatus in fluid communication with an electrochemical cell stack. A water discharge (32) is in fluid communication with the separation apparatus. Two flow control devices disposed in fluid communication between the phase separation apparatus and the water discharge. A control device is in communication with a sensor (67) and flow control devices.    USE - Used for energy conversion.    ADVANTAGE - The system can be employed to convert electricity into hydrogen, and hydrogen back into electricity as needed. The system is suitable for generating hydrogen for various uses e.g. in gas chromatography, as a fuel source. The system is also applicable for the generation of other gases form other reactant materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) a pressure regulating system for a hydrogen gas generator system    (b) a method for regulating pressure in an electrolysis cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an electrolysis cell system incorporating a proton exchange membrane electrolysis cell.    System (30)    Water discharge (32)    Sensor. (67)
NOVELTY - The organic fuel vapors in canister (16) is processed to produce hydrogen for generating electricity, after charging fuel processor (56) when sulfur trap adsorbent temperature is below preset operating temperature. When the adsorbent temperature is higher, the sulfur containing species of fuel in tank (4) is removed, and the liquid fuel is separated from vapor fuel for processing to produce hydrogen for electricity generation.    USE - For delivering fuel and air to fuel cell system, for use in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables removal of the sulfur containing species from the fuel effectively, thus protecting the primary reactor catalyst from sulfur. Hence, the electricity is generated efficiently and the fuel cell system is started rapidly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the above fuel and air delivery system.    tank (4)    canister (16)    fuel processor (56)
NOVELTY - Spilled materials absorbing composition comprises a dried recycled paper by-product, and/or an ash of the recycled paper by-product.    USE - The material is used as an absorbent, a fire retarder, a loss circulation additive, a fire fighting agent, a temporary landfill agent, a filler for composites, a drilling fluid additive, a concrete moisture retention agent, a soil conditioner, a soil additive, a slow release plant food (claimed). It can be used to clean-up hydrocarbon, e.g. fuel such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, or oils such as motor oils, heating oil, gear oil, or crude oil, spills on highways, and beaches.    ADVANTAGE - The material reduces or eliminates loss of fluid circulation during drilling, improves supply of water to the fire and acts to smother the fire, maintains a given moisture level in the concrete during concrete curing, and helps maintain a given moisture level in the soil between watering.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a fuel comprising a dry recycled paper by-product having a water content of less than 1 wt.%;    (2) a method of burning a recycled paper by-product material comprising burning the material in an oxygen-containing gas to combust all combustion components of the material to form an ash and thermal energy corresponding to a heat of combustion of the material, and using the thermal energy in a subsequent process; and    (3) a method of cleaning up a spilled material comprising contacting a recycled paper by-product and an ash with a spilled material.
NOVELTY - Azeotropic composition comprises 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane (HFC-227ea), and n-butane, cyclopropane, isobutane or propane.    USE - The composition is used for producing refrigeration or heat (claimed) and also as a blowing agent in the manufacture of closed-cell polyurethane, phenolic and thermoplastic foams; as propellant in aerosols; as gaseous dielectric; fire extinguishing agent; power cycle working fluid such as for heat pump; inert medium for polymerization reactions; fluid for removing particulates from metal surfaces; as displacement drying agent for removing water, such as from jewelry or metal parts; as resist developers in conventional circuit manufacturing techniques including chlorine-type developing agents; or as strippers for photoresists when used with e.g. chlorohydrocarbon such as 1,1,1-trichloroethane or trichloroethylene.    ADVANTAGE - The refrigerant has lower ozone depletion potential than existing refrigerants while still achieving acceptable performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An azeotropic composition comprises:    (1) 85.8 wt.% 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane and 14.2 wt.% n-butane having a vapor pressure of 76.8 psia when the temperature is adjusted to 25 degrees C;    (2) 55.2 wt.% 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane and 44.8 wt.% cyclopropane having a vapor pressure of 125.1 psia when the temperature is adjusted to 25 degrees C;    (3) 77.6 wt.% 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane and 22.4 wt.% isobutane having a vapor pressure of 88.8 psia when the temperature is adjusted to 25 degrees C; or    (4) 50.4 wt.% 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane and 49.6 wt.% propane having a vapor pressure of 157.4 psia when the temperature is adjusted to 25 degrees C.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for producing refrigeration or heat comprising condensing or evaporating the composition.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell (3) is connected to a hydrogen storage tank (2) through a hydrogen piping (6). The electrical power from the fuel cell is supplied to the motor (5) of a vehicle (1) through a power cable (8) which is arranged along the hydrogen piping.    USE - For vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Uses power cable with small path dimension and ensures improved vehicle mounting property of power distribution system. Ensures improved heat dissipation of power cable which can be efficiently cooled by endothermic reaction of hydrogen gas flowing through hydrogen piping. Ensures that no shield is required for protecting power cable from heat. Ensures reduced number of parts due to reduced number of power cables.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the power distribution system.    Vehicle (1)    Hydrogen storage tank (2)    Fuel cell (3)    Motor (5)    Hydrogen piping (6)    Power cable (8)
NOVELTY - A portion of the ion exchange resin (42) is positioned above the liquid level near the inlet portion (43), so that the water flowing from the inlet portion directly contacts the ion exchange resin.    USE - Water purifier for fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The ion exchange function in an ion-exchange resin tube is carried out for a long period of time, and water of high purity is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the water purifier.    ion exchange resin (42)    inlet portion (43)    exit portion (44)    gas supply apparatus (45)    water (49)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen generator (3) generates hydrogen gas and supplies it to a fuel cell (4) as a heating gas. A carbon monoxide adsorber (7) with transition metal oxide absorbent is connected between the hydrogen generator and the fuel cell to absorb carbon monoxide in the heating gas.    USE - For removing harmful gases like carbon monoxide, sulfur and nitrogen compounds from heating gas supplied to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell power generating device can be operated continuously and stably by removing excess amount of carbon monoxide in the heating gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel cell power generating device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen generator (3)    fuel cell (4)    carbon monoxide adsorber (7)
NOVELTY - A direct current voltage is applied to a raw material gas containing water vapor and liquid alcohol, so that the reaction is induced between water vapor and liquid alcohol to generate hydrogen.    USE - For generating hydrogen used as reacting matter in fuel cell for motor vehicle, aircraft, electric power generation. Also for manufacturing semiconductor device.    ADVANTAGE - Byproducts such as acetylene are not generated, hence pure hydrogen is generated efficiently with high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen generating apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen generating apparatus.
NOVELTY - A methane-fermentation tank (1) comprising a stirring blade (7A-7N) attached to a rotation axis (6), which is vertically provided in an anaerobic tank, is new. The installation angle of the stirring blade at the sludge extraction side is set larger than the sludge insertion side. The fermentation tank inserts highly concentrated sludge in the anaerobic tank and performs methane-fermentation.    USE - For methane-fermentation of highly concentrated sludge, such as dewatered sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The methane-fermentation tank recovers methane gas easily with improved methane-fermentation velocity. Since the methane-fermentation sludge and the highly concentration sludge are pre-mixed, stir-mixing is easily performed and the contacting efficiency is improved. Hence, the methane-gas generation amount is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for methane-fermentation apparatus comprising the methane-fermentation tank. The highly concentrated sludge in the methane-fermentation tank is mixed with at least one portion of the methane fermentation sludge.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing show methane-fermentation tank of highly concentrated sludge with enlarged front and side views of gas removal portion.    Methane-fermentation tank (1)    Sludge extraction portion (2)    Sludge insertion portion (3)    Gas removal portion (4)    Rotation axis (6)    Stirring blade (7A-7N)    Screw blade (8).
NOVELTY - Methane fermentation of organic drainage liquid is done in anaerobic treatment tank (1). A portion of process liquid from anaerobic-treatment tank undergoes nitrification-denitrification in a tank (4), and processed in a solid-liquid separator (5). A water tank (3) and a pump (P1) circulates water within primary circulatory system (J1). A pump (P3) circulates liquid produced within the separator to denitrification tank (2) of the system (J1).    USE - For processing organic drainage liquid.    ADVANTAGE - Because of anaerobic-treatment, organic component is reduced effectively. Because of recirculation pumps, energy-recovery efficiency is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The primary circulatory system has the anaerobic-treatment tank and denitrification tank. A supply tube supplies the liquid from the separator to the system.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for organic drainage liquid processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of the organic drainage liquid processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    anaerobic-treatment tank (1)    denitrification tank (2)    water tank (3)    nitrification denitrification tank (4)    solid-liquid separator (5)    pumps (P1,P3)    primary circulation system (J1)
NOVELTY - A sewage sludge (30) with water content ratio of 60% or less is dehydrated, using a high pressure filter (28). The dehydrated sludge is sterilized and then boiled in the oil. Methanol is obtained after fermentation and distillation of boiled sludge in a distillation unit, so as to extract hydrogen from it.    USE - For extracting hydrogen to operate battery used for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables extracting hydrogen from the methanol, cheaply for power source of electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline diagram of hydrogen extraction apparatus.    high pressure filter (28)    sewage sludge (30)
NOVELTY - A detachable capillary tube (16) is inserted in a cartridge (17). The source material in a raw material chamber (18) is passed through the supply path in the capillary tube and made to react with the reacting material in a reacting chamber (19). The capillary tube emits the fuel produced during the reaction, through the exhaust passage.    USE - For supplying hydrogen as fuel to the polyelectrolyte-type fuel cell used as electric power unit of small electronic machine.    ADVANTAGE - Since the supply of fuel is stopped by detaching the capillary tube from the cartridge, the supply and stop of fuel is easily and safely performed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the fuel supply apparatus.    detachable capillary tube (16)    cartridge (17)    raw material chamber (18)    reacting chamber (19)
NOVELTY - The concentration of siloxane compound, such as octamethylcyclo tetrasiloxane and deca methyl cyclopenta siloxane before and after introducing gas purification apparatus (2), is detected on a real continuous target by on-site gas chromatography-mass spectrometer (GC/MS). The requirement for operation of gas purification apparatus is determined, based on the detected result.    USE - For purifying siloxane compound-containing gas e.g. sewage sludge gas, air conditioning waste gas, used for gas turbine in electrical power generation plant.    ADVANTAGE - Enables obtaining purified gas efficiently and cheaply, by removing siloxane compound from siloxane compound-containing gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of siloxane compound-containing gas purification system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas purification apparatus (2)
NOVELTY - A processing apparatus of nitrate nitrogen has a water flow generation component and a nitrate nitrogen removal layer (2) containing sulfur and calcium carbonate group component. The nitrate nitrogen removal layer is provided in the water flow path formed by the water flow generation component.    USE - The nitrate nitrogen removal layer containing sulfur and calcium carbonate is used for processing nitrate nitrogen in a closed system water area such as water tanks, lakes and marshes.    ADVANTAGE - The processing method is simple, inexpensive and efficient with respect to nitrate nitrogen. The apparatus effectively processes nitrate nitrogen in large-scale water tanks.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a nitrate nitrogen processing method which involves passing raw water through the nitrate nitrogen removal layer, discharging treated water and circulating a portion of treated water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional view of processing apparatus.    Nitrate nitrogen removal layer (2)    Filter (3)    Riser (4)    Gas blow-in unit (5)
NOVELTY - An organic waste crusher contains a flexible and cross-sectional circular skirt portion (14) at the bottom end of a drum (13). A lubricated peeling ring-shape structure is connected through a spring at the inner face of the drum (13) for preventing adhesion of organic waste.    USE - The peeling ring-shape structure is useful for preventing adhesion of organic waste during crushing.    ADVANTAGE - The ring-shape structure prevents adhesion of organic waste to the interior side of the crusher. The crushed material is therefore removed easily and the crusher is easily maintained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic waste crusher.    Drum (13)    Skirt portion (14)
NOVELTY - The upper lid (5) and the lower lid (10) are connected by the linkage rod (12), so that the opening and closing of the leakage-proof lids are performed sequentially for closing and opening respectively, the main portion of the lid (1).    USE - The odor gas leakage-proof lid is for domestic use, e.g. a dustbin lid.    ADVANTAGE - Power consumption, labor and running costs are reduced. The amount of odor gas released during opening of the lid is measured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An upper lid (5) is provided covering the opening of a main portion (1). The lid is opened and closed by the upper lid hinge (6). An abetting machine (7) which is fixed by the main portion is mounted at the outer side of the upper lid for labor relief during opening of the upper lid. A side wall of the main portion has lower packing (9). The lower lid (10) is mounted so that it can be opened and closed by the lower lid hinge (11). The upper and the lower lids are connected by the linkage such as a rod or chain. When the upper lid is opening, the lower lid is pulled by the linkage rod so that the main portion is fully closed. Similarly, when the top lid is closed, the lower lid is opened fully by the relaxation of the linkage rod, thereby preventing the odor gas leakage through the lid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side sectional view of the lid for gas leakage prevention (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Main portion (1)    Upper lid (5)    Upper lid hinge (6)    Abetting machine (7)    Lower packing (9)    Lower lid (10)    Lower lid hinge (11)    Linkage rod (12)
NOVELTY - A water vapor supply unit (18) supplies water vapor (17) to the gasification reaction field (19B) in a gasifier (11).    USE - For thermal decomposition of biomass, such as agricultural product, timber, plant, etc., used as energy source or industrial raw material.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a biomass gasifier carrying out effective use of the biomass, and hence to perform a clean and efficient gasification. Combustion of a biomass and production of gas is performed with high efficiency. Enables synthesis of methanol efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for biomass gasification method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the above biomass gasifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Gasifier (11)    Water vapor (17)    Water vapor supply unit (18)    Gasification reaction field (19B)
NOVELTY - A high temperature blower (36) arranged in a circulation line (3) to circulate cathode gas, is sealed with a shaft seal portion (48). A shaft seal line (13) branched from the exhaust gas line (7) is connected to the shaft seal portion. A reformer (22) burns anode and cathode exhaust gases from fuel cell to reform fuel gas. The circulation line circulates cathode gas formed by mixing cathode exhaust gas, combustion exhaust gas and air.    USE - Fuel cell power generating system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables arranging the circulation line for supplying cathode gas, by a simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the fuel cell power generating system. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    circulation line (3)    combustion exhaust line (7)    shaft seal line (13)    fuel cell (20)    reformer (22)    high temperature blower (26)    shaft seal portion (48)
NOVELTY - The refrigeration mixture as a substitute for dichlorodifluoro methane comprises R-227ee (heptafluoropropane), R-134a (1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane), R-143a (1,1,1-trifluoroethane) and R-600a (isobutane) in the (12-30):(69-90):(2-10):0-3 weight ratio. For e.g. air conditioning and heat pump systems the preferred ratio is 12:80:5:3.    USE - In industrial chemistry.
NOVELTY - An electrode assembly (3) is sandwiched between a pair of separators (4A,5A). Each separator has reaction gas communication ports (17,18,20,21) and cooling medium communication ports (19,22). The reaction gas communication paths (23A) of one fuel cell unit (2A) is offset in the stacking direction with respect to reaction gas communication paths of adjacent fuel cell units.    USE - For fuel cells mounted in vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell is made lighter and smaller by reducing the thickness along the stacking direction which reliably sealing respective flow paths.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Gas sealing units (6A,7A) are disposed at the outer periphery of the electrode assembly which seals respective reaction gas flow passages formed between each separator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fuel cell unit forming the fuel cell stacks.    Fuel cell unit (2A)    Electrode assembly (3)    Separators (4A,5A)    Gas communication ports (17,18,20,21)    Cooling medium communication ports (19,22)    Gas communication path (23A)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell (11) has a supply pipe (10) for supplying fuel gas to a fuel gas flow channel. A supply pipe (12) supplies desulfurized gas containing carbon and hydrogen as main ingredient, into the channel for displacing fuel gas, during starting and stopping power generation by the cell.    USE - Fuel cell power generation system for domestic use or for electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents highly dense carbon monoxide from flowing into the fuel cell at start of the system operation, since desulfurized fuel gas is used. Thus safe starting and stopping of the fuel cell power generation can be realized without any supply of nitrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the fuel cell power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of fuel cell power generation system.    fuel gas supply pipe (10)    fuel cell (11)    fuel electrode (11a)    desulfurized gas supply pipe (12)
NOVELTY - Treating a solid or semi-solid organic waste material, by treating the waste material with an aqueous alkali solution, photo-irradiating the resultant solution or suspension, and treating the photolyzed solution or suspension with a biodegrative microorganism, is new.    USE - The method is for treating solid or semi-solid organic water material, e.g. soil material contaminated by explosive materials (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method allows photolytic treatment of the effluents with or without a photocatalyst. It avoids prolonged photolysis and confers the advantages of simplicity, speed, and economy. The modularity of the container enables concentrated effluents to be photolyzed without requiring a reduction in flow rate through the container.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a container (11) for carrying out the novel method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a side view of a container.    Container (11).
NOVELTY - A tailing body of mining activities is treated by applying wood particles to the tailing body.    USE - The method is used to treat tailing body of mining activities (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple and inexpensive. It is commercially viable. It uses wastes from the mines, such as slime, wood chips, and sewage, to rehabilitate the tailings and to decrease soil, groundwater, and air pollution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a medium for the treatment of tailings bodies of mining activities comprising mixture of wood particles and another source of organic material that has been composted.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a flow diagram of the inventive treatment method.    Recovery of platinum (22)    Remaining slurry (24)
NOVELTY - A metal structure plate comprises filler impregnated in metal structure and flow channel(s) formed on metal structure.    USE - Used as metal structure plate or metal structure bipolar plate, for cooling unit cell and stack (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention reduces the manufacturing time by making the manufacturing process simple. It has a good cooling and electric performance in the high temperature stack, and reduces manufacturing cost by not using graphite and steel, but using the metal structure plate, which has prescribed pores.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a metal structure plate comprising forming flow channel(s) on a metal structure through pressing or cutting; and obtaining a metal structure plate by impregnating filler into the metal structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates a flow chart of a manufacturing process of a metal structure plate.
NOVELTY - An aerobic bacteria filtration unit (C) and anaerobic bacteria filtration unit (F) are provided at different portions in a single device.    USE - For purifying the water.    ADVANTAGE - Enables purifying the water efficiently using small-sized device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for water purification method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the water purifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    aerobic bacteria filtration unit (C)    anaerobic bacteria filtration unit (F)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a pump (5) to provide water under pressure to water injectors. Each water injector in the form of fixed spray nozzles (6) is associated with a respective control solenoid valve (7) to control the amount of water supplied in the water injector, in response to a pulse width modulated (PWM) control signal supplied to the valve.    USE - Used for supplying water to fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The use of pulse width modulated controlled solenoid valve controls the mass flow rate of water supplied to the nozzle and hence the efficiency of the system is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic form of a water supply apparatus.    Pump (5)    Spray nozzles (6)    Solenoid valves. (7)
NOVELTY - The unit consists of an absorbent bed (6) with an inlet for receiving a hydrocarbon fuel stream and an absorbent selected from metal oxides and zeolites. The downstream of the bed has a nickel adsorbent bed (8) whose downstream contains a guard bed (10). The guard bed contains adsorbent selected from copper-zinc adsorbents, activated alumina, activated carbon, and zeolites.    USE - Used for fuel cell electric power generation systems.    ADVANTAGE - The unit is capable of desulfurizing fuels having relatively high sulfur contents and concentrations of organic sulfur compounds. The unit does not require a hydrogen recycle and is cost effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) A process for reducing the sulfur content of a hydrocarbon fuel stream comprising:    (a) Heating the fuel stream;    (b) Directing the fuel stream to a first bed comprising absorbent from metal oxides and zeolites;    (c) Directing the heated fuel stream to a nickel absorbent bed downstream of the first bed; and    (d) Directing the heated fuel stream to a guard bed downstream of the second bed. The guard bed comprises absorbent from copper-zinc, activated alumina, activated carbon and zeolites.    (2) A fuel cell electric power generation system comprising:    (a) A fuel processing system for converting hydrocarbon fuel stream to a reformate stream comprising hydrogen. The fuel processing stream comprises the desulfurization unit; and    (b) A fuel stack for receiving the reformate and connectable to an electrical load; and    (3) A method of operating a fuel cell electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a fuel cell electric power generation systems and desulfurization unit.    Absorbent bed (6)    Nickel adsorbent bed (8)    Guard bed. (10)
NOVELTY - A compartment of an enclosure, has inlet port for mixed gas stream (24) and outlet ports for pure hydrogen gas stream (34) and byproduct stream (36). Hydrogen-selective membranes (46', 46'', 46''') are supported inside the compartment by a retainer (54) whose co-efficient of thermal expansion is same or 10% of that of membrane. The membrane allows only pure hydrogen gas stream to pass through it.    USE - For producing pure hydrogen gas used in fuel cell e.g. proton exchange membrane fuel cells, alkaline fuel cells and for use during manufacture of metal, edible fats, oils, semiconductors and microelectronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The processor enables to obtain highly pure hydrogen gas, efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen purification device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic cross-sectional view of the fuel processor.    Mixed gas stream (24)    Hydrogen gas stream (34)    Byproduct stream (36)    Hydrogen-selective membrane (46',46'',46''')    Retainer (54)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a plasmatron (12) configured to feed a fuel cell (16) with a reformed hydrocarbon gas that is a hydrogen rich gas. The output of the fuel cell is electrically coupled to electrical accessories (24, 28) associated with the engine. The plasmatron receives electrical energy for its operation from a power source that is operating independent of the IC engine output.    USE - Used for constructing stationary power-generating system or a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the plasmatron is powered by a separate power source the mechanical efficiency of the IC engine is improved. The output of the fuel cell is used to supply energy to other electrical accessories.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified block diagram of a rotary power system.    Rotary power system (10)    Plasmatron (12)    IC engine (14)    Fuel cell (16)    Driven mechanism (18)    Electrical accessories. (24, 28)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a plasmatron (12) configured to feed an internal combustion (IC) engine (14) with a reformed hydrocarbon gas that is a hydrogen rich gas. The output of the IC engine is mechanically coupled to a driven mechanism (18) e.g. pump mechanism. The plasmatron receives electrical energy for its operation from a power source (16) that is operating independently of the IC engine output.    USE - Used for constructing stationary power-generating system or a hybrid vehicle. The reformed gas is also provided to a fuel cell that feeds the plasmotron.    ADVANTAGE - Since the plasmatron is powered by a separate power source the mechanical efficiency of the IC engine is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a hydrocarbon fuel reforming system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified block diagram of a rotary power system.    Rotary power system (10)    Plasmatron (12)    IC engine (14)    Power source (16)    Driven mechanism. (18)
NOVELTY - A mixing device (85) mixes water stream with feed gas to produce gas stream. A pressure swing absorber (PSA) tail-gas combustor (80) heats the gas stream to a predetermined temperature to produce humidified stream which is mixed with hydrocarbon fuel and natural gas stream in reactor inlet zone (68) and the resulting reactant is passed to auto-thermal reformer (ATR) (70). The ATR reforms the reactant into hydrogen rich gas.    USE - For generating hydrogen for use in oil industry and fuel cell application.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the average operating temperature by using ATR, and thus consumes less fuel. Avoids the need of boiler generated stream and is operated without the use of skilled personnel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen generation apparatus.    reactor inlet zone (68)    auto-thermal reformer (70)    PSA tail-gas combustor (80)    mixing device (85)
NOVELTY - Method for obtaining cellulose from fibrous biomass containing lignin, cellulose and hemicellulose involves contacting biomass with nitrate ion source, submerging biomass in source containing aluminum, contacting with liquor to solubilize nitrated lignin and hemicellulose and recovering cellulose.    USE - For fractionating cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin components of fibrous plant material, which are useful for the production of fossil fuel derivatives, biodegradable plastics, edible protein, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The method of fractionation is economical and efficient. The method enables a reduction global warming by reducing air pollution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method for obtaining cellulose from fibrous biomass containing lignin, cellulose and hemicellulose involves:    (a) shredding fibrous biomass;    (b) contacting biomass with 0.1-0.3% of nitrate ion source;    (c) submerging partially nitrated biomass in nitrate ion source in the presence of aluminum compound at less than 100degreesC;    (d) contacting nitrated biomass with alkaline extraction liquor comprising ammonium hydroxide to solubilize nitrated lignin and hemicellulose component from cellulose component of biomass; and    (e) recovering cellulose, comprising at least 88% alpha-cellulose, from extraction liquor.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) Method for fractionating fibrous biomass containing lignin, cellulose and hemicellulose; and    (2) Method for obtaining ethanol.
NOVELTY - A preparation method of solid fuel using garbage is provided to recycle waste garbage as useful sources.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method includes a pretreatment step including storing, crushing, dewatering and screening of garbage; a crushing step of the pretreated garbage; a dehydration step of the crushed garbage using a polymer coagulant selected from polyaluminum chloride (PAC), polyaluminum silicate sulfate (PASS), polyaluminum chloride silicate hydroxide (PACS), and polyamine; a mixing step of the dehydrated garbage together with coal powder and chemical additive followed by primary extrusion molding; a primary drying step of the extruded molded matter followed by secondary extrusion molding; a secondary drying step of the final extruded molded matter; and chemical treatment by spraying coating of polymer resin on the dried final product for enhancing the plasticity and water repellency.
NOVELTY - A pair of pressure control valves (2,3) supplies hydrogen to respective ejectors (5,6). A flow path selector valve (7) changes the connection between the control valves based on the driving state of the fuel cell. The flow-path selector valve closes during normal and low load, and opens when the load is high.    USE - For fuel cell used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - High heating gas recycle ratio is obtained during wide range of fuel cell driving states.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell.    pressure control valves (2,3)    ejectors (5,6)    flow path selector valve (7)
NOVELTY - A motor (32) is connected to a pump (42), through a drive-force transmission mechanism (48). The mechanism actuates the pump to supply heating and oxidizing agent gas to a fuel cell stack (34) that is stacked with alternate electrode structure and separator.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Attains reduction in size and simplification in structure, since motor is connected to the pump through drive-force transmission mechanism. The system can be manufactured economically.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    motor (32)    fuel cell stack (34)    pump (42)    drive-force transmission mechanism (46)
NOVELTY - A separator (12) is provided with the flow path of a heating gas and that of oxidizing agent gas. A tightening board (15) is provided with a heating gas collection hole (19) and gas discharge port (20) that are connected through a fuel gas passageway (18).    USE - Solid polymer type fluid cell for vehicles, for home use.    ADVANTAGE - Separates heating gas and condensed water at intermediate position of fuel gas passageway to stabilize flow of heating gas to enhance the hydrogen utilization factor of heating gas. Stabilizes the flow of oxidizing agent gas to enhance the oxygen utilization factor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of the solid polymer type fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrode membrane (11)    separator (12)    separator for heating gas (12a)    separator for oxidizing agent gas (12b)    tightening board (15)    heating gas supply hole (16)    oxidizing agent gas supply hole (17)    fuel gas passageway (18)    heating gas collecting hole (19)    heating gas discharge hole (20)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen-occlusion alloy tank (300) receives hydrogen gas and occludes hydrogen gas before supplying to fuel cell and heat is generated. A hydrogen gas and oxidation gas is supplied to fuel cell (200) through the flow path where alloy tank is arranged, when temperature of fuel cell is below a reference value, to raise fuel cell temperature.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of the fuel cell is maintained at desired temperature without using a mass battery and energy is utilized, efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (200)    hydrogen-occlusion alloy tank (300)
NOVELTY - A reformation unit (4) generates a reformed gas containing hydrogen and reduces amount of carbon monoxide in reformed gas by shift reaction. The reformed gas is supplied to fuel cell (7) after reducing the amount of carbon monoxide in the reformed gas.    USE - Fuel cell for distributed fuel cell system (claimed) for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the size of fuel processor installed for every consumer, by eliminating the need for installing reformation unit in fuel processor. Reduces the maintenance and administrative expenses of electric power generator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) hydrogen generator; and    (2) distributed fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of distributed fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reformation unit (4)    fuel cell (7)
NOVELTY - Several oxygen permeation electroconductive ceramic pipes (2) and the methane modification catalyst pipes (3) are arranged in parallel in a pressure vessel (1). A water vapor injection hole is provided in the methane gas flow path formed between the pipes.    USE - For reforming synthesis gas containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen for synthetic liquid fuel production process e.g. for petrol used for motor vehicle. Also applicable for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of the reactor is suitable to obtain high oxygen transmission rate and high synthesis gas yield.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front and sectional views of the film-type reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    pressure vessel (1)    oxygen permeation electroconductive ceramic pipes (2)    methane modification catalyst pipes (3)
NOVELTY - The shift catalyst promotes the shift reaction during which hydrogen and carbon dioxide are generated from water and carbon monoxide. The shift catalyst comprises noble metals held on a support containing a mixture of rutile group and anatase-group titania.    USE - For use in fuel reformer for promoting shift reaction, during which hydrogen and carbon dioxide are generated from water and carbon monoxide.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has enhanced catalytic activity due to the use of a mixture of rutile-group and anatase-group titania as a support. The use of shift catalyst in fuel cell system eliminates the need for carbon monoxide concentration reducing apparatus. Therefore, the fuel cell system is made compact. The catalyst improves the activity of shift reaction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the manufacture of shift catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process drawing for the manufacture of shift catalyst.(Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The reformer comprises a desulfurizer to which hydrogen gas is introduced, connected to a reactor. The desulfurizer desulfurizes sulfur component in sulfur-containing gas by a hydro-desulfurization catalyst (2). The reactor has a modifying catalyst (4), shift catalyst (5) and a methanation catalyst (6).    USE - For fuel cell power generating devices used for domestic electric power supply.    ADVANTAGE - Desulfurization is performed without generating ammonia. Carbon monoxide concentration is decreased, which avoids returning gas to hydro-desulfurization during exit of shift catalyst. The device is lightweight and compact and has long life.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of modifier functioning process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydro-desulfurization catalyst (2)    modification catalyst (4)    shift catalyst (5)    methanation catalyst (6)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen separator (3) provided with hydrogen permeation film (3b), is arranged in the bypass path (2) from a hydrogen filling path (1) to a MH type hydrogen tank (7). The hydrogen filling path (1) directly supplies hydrogen to the tank (7). A valve (6) selectively changes the distribution channel of the hydrogen to the paths (1,2).    USE - For filling hydrogen in hydrogen storage tank, so that hydrogen is supplied to a solid polymer fuel cell (PEFC) of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Decreases reliably the impurity concentration in the hydrogen, as the poor grade hydrogen is supplied through the hydrogen separator, thereby solid polymer fuel cell is protected reliably from poisoning of hydrogen occlusion alloy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen filling apparatus. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    hydrogen filling path (1)    bypass path (2)    hydrogen separator (3)    hydrogen permeation film (3b)    valve (6)    hydrogen tank (7)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen storage apparatus (10) comprises a hydrogen tank (14) for storing liquefied hydrogen, and a slush hydrogen generation unit (16) for processing liquefied hydrogen and for generation of slush hydrogen in solid and liquid phase.    USE - For hydrogen fueled car (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen storage apparatus prevents generation of hydrogen gas and pressure rise in hydrogen tank. The apparatus enables effective utilization of hydrogen as fuel. The apparatus produces hydrogen using the cold heat of refrigerator. The apparatus is compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen fueled car.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of power system of hydrogen fueled car. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen storage apparatus (10)    hydrogen tank (14)    slush hydrogen generation unit (16)
NOVELTY - A fuel modifier (51) modifies a hydrocarbon group fuel, and generates hydrogen along with another fuel. A separation unit (56) equipped with a fuel cell (100) separates hydrogen content from the fuel in order to obtain a residual fuel which is supplied to a gas-engine.    USE - Hybrid system equipped with gas engine for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Since the hydrogen after extraction is used as fuel for the gas-engine, the thermal efficiency of the hybrid system is improved, without generating toxic substances.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline structure of the hybrid system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel modifier (51)    separation unit (56)    fuel cell (100)
NOVELTY - The tip (52) of a cone-shaped contact surface, is placed on a partition plate. The reaction heat from the combustion catalyst portion (3) is transmitted to the water vapor modification catalyst portion (4) through the contact surface.    USE - For manufacturing hydrocarbon, air, gas containing hydrogen from water. Also used for fuel cell system (claimed) and small-sized co-generation system for buildings.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to easily transmit reaction heat to the water vapor modification catalyst portion, reduces size of fuel modifier and increases production of reformed gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the fuel modifier.    Combustion catalyst portion (3)    Water vapor modification catalyst portion (4)    Tip (52)
NOVELTY - Methane fermentation (20) of an organic waste (1) is performed to produce a digested sludge (2) and biogas (3). The digested sludge is oxidized by ozone and a solubilized sludge (4) is produced. The solubilized sludge is solid-liquid separated to form a dewatered sludge (5) and a supernatant liquid (6). One portion of the solubilized sludge is returned to the methane fermentation process.    USE - For processing organic waste having highly concentrated nitrogen, such as foodstuffs industrial effluent, human waste, purification-tank sludge, livestock experiments and fishery machining, for manufacturing biogas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste is economically processed with improved decomposition efficiency in methane fermentation and with reduced amount of ozone. The decomposition resistant material is selectively solubilized. The incidence rate of biogas is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for biogas manufacturing method which involves using the organic waste processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the processing of organic waste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    organic waste (1)    digested sludge (2)    biogas (3)    solubilized sludge (4)    dewatered sludge (5)    supernatant liquid (6)    treated water (7)    methane fermentation (20)
NOVELTY - Organic waste processing apparatus (1) comprises methane fermentation apparatus (3) and physicochemical waste water treatment apparatus (4) which exists in the later stage of apparatus (3). The apparatus (4) processes the organic waste physico chemically after methane fermentation.    USE - For processing organic waste such as human waste, livestock excrements and purification tank sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste processing apparatus provides efficient sanitation processing of organic waste. The apparatus implements energy recovery, and has low running cost since the addition of chemicals such as methanol is unnecessary.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows conceptual diagram of the organic waste processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    organic waste processing apparatus (1)    preprocessor (2)    methane fermentation apparatus (3)    physicochemical wastewater treatment apparatus (4)    solid-liquid separation processing apparatus (5)    high degree processing apparatus (6)
NOVELTY - The catalyst comprises cerium and palladium in atomic state, supported on alumina.    USE - For cleaning exhaust gas of internal combustion engine (claimed), especially combustion purification of hydrocarbon in exhaust gas ejected from internal combustion engines like motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrocarbon purification of the catalyst is excellent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of a catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Manufacture of fertilizer containing a plant promoter comprises concentrating a transparent digestive liquor obtained from methane fermentation processed liquid of organic waste and drying in an ultrafilter to obtain promoter of fertilizer.    USE - For manufacturing fertilizer-containing promoter of plant growth from treated liquid of organic waste (claimed) such as stock raising wasting material.    ADVANTAGE - The fertilizer has plant growth promotion effect. Therefore the production of agriculture is increased sharply. The fertilizer is highly safe to use and can be prepared from the digestive liquor produced in the biological treatment of organic waste.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fertilizer containing a plant promoting effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematic flowchart of manufacturing method of fertilizer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    ultrafilter (2)
NOVELTY - Processing of organic solid waste comprises digesting processed material containing organic solid waste under light irradiation in dry-type anaerobic digester.    USE - For processing organic solid waste emitted from home, restaurant and sewage works, for further use as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - Processing of organic waste produces organic fertilizer containing a high amount ammonia or phosphoric acid with reduced salt concentration. The process prevents inhibition of methane fermentation by high ammonia concentration. The process decomposes waste materials stably with improved digestive efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a dry-type anaerobic digester, as used in the above method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows explanatory drawing of dry-type anaerobic digester, as above.
NOVELTY - A planar heating element is laminated to a rotary shaft of a stirrer, actuated by a motor to stir the excrements and saw dust. A heat insulation layer is formed at the outer side of an excreta tank (4) which is heated to a preset temperature by the heating element. An exhaust fan (9) ventilates the inside of the tank and the motor is actuated when a sensor in the toilet detects user presence.    USE - The apparatus is useful in toilets of common residence, business building, etc to decompose excrement.    ADVANTAGE - The decompose treating property is improved by stirring the excrements and the saw dust when the tank is heated at predetermined temperature. The durability of decompose treating apparatus is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the decompose treating apparatus of excrements in toilet.    excreta tank (4)    exhaust fan (9)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen generator has (1) modifier (1) for modifying hydrogen-rich gas with water vapor; (2) pressure-swing adsorption apparatus (5) for separating and refining hydrogen gas; and (3) water supply preheater (64) for heating water with the combustion exhaust gas of modifier emitted from modifier exhaust-heat time condemnation heat exchanger (40) before sending the water to steam separator (2).    USE - For industrial apparatus using controlled atmosphere of hydrogen and for fuel-cell power generating plant.    ADVANTAGE - The energy efficiency of the hydrogen generator is improved, by preheating make-up water with combustion exhaust gases. The generation of thermal stress due to the temperature difference between junction of make-up water and circulating water is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen generator has    (1) a modifier for modifying hydrogen-rich gas (original heating gas) containing hydrocarbons, such as natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, liquefied natural gas and methanol as main component, with water vapor;    (2) pressure-swing adsorption apparatus for separating and refining hydrogen gas;    (3) modifier exhaust-heat time condemnation heat exchanger (40) and auxiliary electricity heater (50) equipped with a steam separator (2) and a heat of hydration device for steam production in steam separator with combustion exhaust gas of modifier (1), provided in order.    The combustion exhaust gas emitted from heat-exchanger (40) is provided to water supply preheater (64) for heating make-up water, before sending the water to steam separator (5).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline of systematic drawing of the hydrogen generator.    modifier (1)    steam separator (2)    pressure-swing adsorption apparatus (5)    modifier exhaust-heat time condemnation heat exchanger (40)    auxiliary electricity heater (50)    water supply preheater (64)
NOVELTY - A tapered screw conveyor (21) having organic refuse pressurization and dehydration function, is arranged, with an insertion opening (10) in the upper portion of a cavity (2). A connection portion (22) sealingly connects an outlet (23) and the opening of the conveyor. Several stirring blades are radially arranged on a rotary shaft. A primary crusher (35) is provided at a discharging section (24) located above the ground surface (11).    USE - The apparatus is useful for processing organic refuse obtained from e.g. lunch center, restaurant, daily-dish works, culture fishery.    ADVANTAGE - Enables pressurizing and dehydrating conveyed organic refuse simultaneously by the tapered screw conveyor. The organic refuse is fed into the cavity which is sealingly covered, therefore organic refuse is not exposed to air. The disintegration of organic refuse is performed in a short time, by utilizing the primary crusher.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the organic refuse processing apparatus.    Cavity (2)    Insertion opening (10)    Ground surface (11)    Tapered screw conveyor (21)    Connection portion (22)    Outlet (23)    Discharging section (24)    Primary crusher (35)
NOVELTY - Organic waste processing apparatus, where several stirring blades (32) of a stirring mechanism (30) are attached in the circumference of a rotary shaft (31), so that organic waste in a storage tank (1) is stirred by the rotation of the shaft, is new. A high-speed cutter (25) is arranged in the storage tank to grind lump of organic waste.    USE - For processing organic waste disposed from restaurant, catering centers and garbage.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to finely grind aggregated form organic waste such as core of vegetables, head of fish, bone, etc., by the high speed rotary cutter. Enables achieving satisfactory fermentation and drying processes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A heater (12) heats the inside of the storage tank. An air blower (16) circulates air in the storage tank. A grinding blade (28) is attached in the periphery of the cutter which is installed on the side walls of the tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the organic waste processing apparatus.    Storage tank (1)    Heater (12)    Air blower (16)    High-speed cutter (25)    Grinding blade (28)    Stirring mechanism (30)    Rotary shaft (31)    Stirring blades (32).
NOVELTY - A microorganism (I) having lipolysis activity, and catalase positive and oxidase negative activity, which belongs to the genus Acinetobacter, and which is a Gram-negative spherical Bacillus, is new.    USE - For processing fat and oil containing material such as waste-water (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The microorganism easily processes waste water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) lipolysis agent containing the microorganism; and    (2) processing fat and oil containing material using the lipolysis agent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph showing the relationship between the lipolysis rate of the microorganism having lipolysis activity, and the fat and oil containing material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The scum produced in a plant cultivating facility (1), is made to undergo methane fermentation process, to produce biogas which is supplied as fuel for a boiler. The electricity produced by a generator (5) connected to the boiler and carbon dioxide produced in combustion process, are used by the cultivating facility to induce plant growth.    USE - The method is useful for cultivating plants in a cultivating facility.    ADVANTAGE - The scum produced in cultivating facility is used to generate resources for the facility, and therefore cultivation of the plant is performed at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram explaining the protected plant cultivation method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Plant cultivating facility (1)    Generator (5)
NOVELTY - An organic waste is fermented and the bio-gas is removed. The fermented liquid is separated from the scum. The separated stock solution is transpired and fractionated into potassium rich fraction and nitrogen-phosphorus rich fraction. The separated fractions are finally evaporated, to obtain a liquid fertilizer.    USE - The fertilizer is useful in improving plant growth.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid fertilizer which effectively recycles organic waste, supplies essential nutrients for plant growth. The method of manufacturing the fertilizer is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for liquid fertilizer manufacturing apparatus which comprises a fermenter (3) for fermenting organic waste (1) and removing bio-gas (4). A solid liquid separation tank (5) for separating a stock solution (6) from the produced scum and a transpiration unit (7) for transpiring the water content contained in the stock solution. An ion-exchange resin (8) for fractionating the concentrated stock solution and separating potassium rich fraction and nitrogen-phosphorus rich fraction. Evaporators (11,12) for separately evaporating each fraction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of liquid fertilizer manufacturing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Organic waste (1)    Fermenter (3)    Bio-gas (4)    Solid liquid separation tank (5)    Stock solution (6)    Transpiration unit (7)    Ion-exchange resin (8)    Evaporators (11,12)
NOVELTY - Oil-containing seeds, useful as fuel, have 0.5-2.0mm granule size, are spherical, with a calorific value of 20 MJ/kg and moisture content of 5-15%. They are burned at a maximum temperature of 1000 degreesC, with an air flow of 6-14 cu.m/kg.    USE - For use as fuel.
NOVELTY - According to the proposal, Bacillus meghaterium and Pseudomonas fluorescens are used in a starter-culture, which is added to the soil before sowing.    USE - None given.    ADVANTAGE - It is claimed that this method results in 13-17% higher yield, at comparatively low cost. The proposed micro-organisms are found in nature, therefore they do not represent pollution of the soil. The use of phosphorus-containing artificial fertilizer would not be required, thereby reducing the chemical burden of the soil.
NOVELTY - Utilization of dry solid waste form households, comprising: (a) separating the dry solid waste into a: (i) combustible fraction (recycled fuel fraction (REF)); (ii) non-combustible fraction; and (iii) metal fraction; (b) composting the non-combustible fraction for sanitary landfill; and (c) incinerating REF to utilize its energy, is new.    USE - The method and apparatus are useful for utlizing dry solid household waste (claimed). The composted mass produced is useful for planting arrangements of for structures at a sanitary landfill.    ADVANTAGE - Although separation of the dry solid waste is difficult and forms a soiled combustible fraction, the process is not associated with any dusting problems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Utilization of dry solid waste form households, comprising:    (a) separating the dry solid waste into a:    (i) combustible fraction (recycled fuel (REF));    (ii) non-combustible fraction; and    (iii) metal fraction;    (b) composting the non-combustible fraction for sanitary landfill; and    (c) incinerating REF to utilize its energy, is new.    The combustible fraction is treated bio-thermally to raise its thermal value and make its quality more uniform before incineration. Bio-thermal treatment lasts for a shorter time than the composting of the non-combustible fraction.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for carrying out the method, comprising:    (a) a REF plant to separate the waste; and    (b) a tunnel composting plant for the non-combustible fraction that is integrated with the REF plant and adapted to also treat the combustible fraction bio-thermally.
NOVELTY - A natural gas at liquefaction pressure is liquefied, expanded and supplied to a separator vessel. A gaseous stream is withdrawn and is introduced as feed and/or fuel for preparing liquid hydrocarbons. The light hydrocarbonaceous feedstock is converted into synthesis gas and catalytic conversion of the synthesis gas into liquid hydrocarbons is performed. Hence, liquid hydrocarbons are prepared.    USE - For preparing liquid hydrocarbon and liquefying natural gas for refrigeration compression power utilization.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid hydrocarbon is prepared with reduced energy, by utilizing the off gases from hydrocarbon manufacture for generation of energy used in liquefaction plant. The natural gas is liquefied with improved liquefaction efficiency. Carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide produced with hydrogen is used in hydrocarbon synthesis or recycled. Hence the carbon efficiency is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A natural gas at liquefaction pressure is passed through a product side of a main heat exchanger. A cooled liquefied refrigerant at refrigerant pressure is introduced in the cold side of the main heat exchanger. The cooled refrigerant is evaporated at the refrigerant pressure in the cold side to obtain vaporous refrigerant at refrigerant pressure. The vaporous refrigerant is removed from the cold side. The liquefied gas at liquefaction pressure is removed from the product side and the cooled liquefied gas is expanded to a lower pressure to obtain expanded fluid. The expanded fluid is supplied to a separator vessel. A liquid product stream and gaseous stream are withdrawn from the bottom and top of the separator vessel, respectively. The gaseous stream obtained is introduced as feed and/or fuel for preparing liquid hydrocarbons. The light hydrocarbonaceous feedstock is converted into synthesis gas and catalytic conversion of the synthesis gas into liquid hydrocarbons, is performed. Hence, a liquid hydrocarbons are prepared.
NOVELTY - A multi-effect free falling-film plate-type evaporation process for concentrating the centrifugal supernatant of distillers' grains features that an energy-saving free falling-film plate-type evaporator, the multi-body multi-effect evaporation technology, and the waste vapours are used. Its advantages are high evaporation efficiency, low vapour consumption, and low cost. Its product can be used as high-protein feed.
NOVELTY - The production process of deep-fried liquor feed includes the following steps: according to nutrient formula preparing mixed feed and making it into granule or block, deep-frying, cooling, superfine pulverizing, homogenizing, adding water and emulsifier, fully stirring, introducing high-temp. steam, cooling, adding biological active matter and high-temp. decomposable matter and aseptic packaging so as to obtain the invented feed. The above-mentioned biological active matter is enzyme preparation and prebiotics, and the described high-temp decomposable is vitamin and medicine.
NOVELTY - The economical drying system for wood and biomass, fired by biomass, has a rectangular two-chamber block, the lower chamber burning biomass to dry the e.g. wood in the upper chamber. The process gives direct heat exchange between the combustion gases and the wood over 3 to 5 hours depending on the wood size and moisture content. The drying chamber temperature is 230-300 degrees C.    USE - In mechanical engineering.
NOVELTY - A current collection device comprises a metal screen, mesh or felt coated with a composition. The composition comprises a perovskite.    USE - Useful in an (array) electrochemical cells, solid oxide fuel cell and gas separation device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Provides low cost device that is mechanically strong and highly electronic.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a planar design for a solid state electrochemical device.    Cell (100)    Anode (102)    Cathode (104)    Solid electrolyte (106)    Cell to cell interconnect (108)    Another cell(s) (110)
NOVELTY - A contaminant absorber having thickness at least 1 cm has several parallel passages (16) having cross-sectional width not more than 5 mm coated with adsorbent particulate (22) and polymeric binder (30) to a thickness not more than 0.5 mm. The absorber has no catalytic activity.    USE - For air cleaning in industrial or commercial buildings, semiconductor processes, air induction systems for vehicle engines or fuel cell oxidant streams (all claimed). For removing air borne contaminants such as ammonia, organic amines, N-methyl-pyrrolidone, acidic contaminants such as hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen chloride, sulfur dioxide, volatile organic contaminants (VOC) such as reactive monomer, and reactive solvent, silica containing material like silanes, siloxanes, silanols, silazanes from air stream in lithographic processing equipment in semiconductor industry, for removing toxic chemicals in air in chemical industry used for photographic and thermal ablative image process, fuel cell operation, diesel and gasoline exhaust of vehicle, heating and air conditioning system in commercial office, residence, airplane cabin, building (all disclosed).    ADVANTAGE - Proper and efficient contaminant removal is carried out, preventing environmental pollution. The adsorptive effect of the adsorptive particulate is not reduced, as polymeric binder is used as an adhesive. The fluid flow is not affected, even though a thick coating is applied.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a system for removing a contaminant from a gas stream;    (2) a method of removing a contaminant from a gas phase;    (3) a method of manufacturing an adsorptive coated article;    (4) an apparatus for removing contaminant from atmosphere; and    (5) an air induction system in a vehicle engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an enlarged top view of the adsorber.    passages (16)    adsorbent particulate (22)    polymeric binder (30)
NOVELTY - Sugars are produced from a biomass by hydrolysis, and subjecting the sugars to dehydration to form heterocyclic compounds.    USE - For producing sugars from a biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The novel process can provide liquid fuels from a biomass, without requiring fermentation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of sugars from a biomass by hydrolysis, and subjecting the sugars to dehydration to form heterocyclic compounds, comprises:    (a) adding acid to the vessel used for hydrolysis;    (b) adding biomass to the vessel;    (c) subjecting biomass to hydrolysis and reaction within the acid to form a hydrolysate, containing the heterocyclic compounds and the acid;    (d) withdrawing the hydrolysate from the vessel;    (e) removing the heterocyclic compounds from the hydrolysate, recycling the leftover hydrolysate to the vessel and further processing heterocyclic compounds;    (f) withdrawing solids, remaining from the hydrolysis of the biomass, from the vessel; and    (g) filtering the solids to collect a filtrate that is recycled to the vessel and filtered solids, for subsequent processing, thus removing heterocyclic compounds, derived from a biomass, from the vessel and removing solids remaining from hydrolysis biomass from the vessel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a flow sheet of the method for producing sugars from a biomass.
NOVELTY - A deepwell plate (10) comprises several wells each containing sample. A detection plate (20) comprises several wells each containing indicator. A connector (30) connects the plates (10,20) so that the wells of the plates communicate with each other.    USE - For measuring amount or presence of carbon dioxide released from soil samples and also for basal respiration, toxicity tests, pollutant degradation tests, biodegradation tests, and for assessment of community level physiological profile. Also to detect volatile compounds e.g. methane, hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, carbon dioxide. Also for testing biologically active material such as water, sludge, plant, animal, human tissues and microbial cells, and for performing medical tests on body fluids.    ADVANTAGE - Enables recognizing CO2 reactions rapidly using automated plate readers. Enables obtaining information about the nature and quantity of the microorganisms present in the soil sample, along with a community level physiological profile.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method of determining content or measuring quantity of constituents of several samples;    (2) method of adding sample to wells;    (3) an apparatus for adding sample to wells;    (4) connector for deepwell and detection plates; and    (5) connection method of plates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the exploded view of detection plate, deepwell plate and connector.    deepwell plate (10)    detection plate (20)    connector (30)
NOVELTY - Provided is a manufacturing method of compost which helps growth of plants, composes pollutant materials in soil and gives biological control of crop pests by using food wastes and compost inducing formation of microbe-activating materials through anaerobic fermentation of organic wastes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The manufacturing method of compost comprises the steps of: (i) producing compost inducing formation of microbe-activating materials obtained by anaerobic fermenting organic materials like animal wastes in the presence of microbes living in dead trees cultivating shiitake mushrooms; (ii) mixing 100pts.wt. of food wastes with 20-30pts.wt. of zeolite powder(at least5mesh) to control the amounts of water and remove bad smell from the food wastes; (iii) mixing compost of step (i) and food wastes of step (ii) in a ratio of 1:1; (iv) adding 1pts.wt.(based on the total amount) of illite to be 65% of water content of the mixture; (v) fermenting over 50days, overturning the compost mixture twice a week.
NOVELTY - A food waste composting equipment for producing good quality compost is provided, which is characterized by using minimum or no water in removing salts and impurities unlike composting equipment. Accordingly, the equipment minimizes discharge of water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The equipment for composting food wastes comprises the parts of: a high speed crusher(10), on the upper part of a storage hopper(11); a quantitative supplier(12), on the lower part of a storage hopper, supplying food wastes quantitatively; a vinyl remover(14) for removing vinyls in the wastes; a first impurity separator(15) for selecting impurities from vinyl-removed wastes; a second impurity separator(15a) for grinding and selecting impurities; a first dehydrator(17) for eliminating water and salts on the surface of wastes; a second hydrator(20) for eliminating water and obtaining dehydrated cakes(80-85% of water content); dryer and water controller, adding saw dust to the cakes to be 60-65% of water content; a fermenter equipped with an air supplying device(35) and a mixer(34). The 30% of water is added to food wastes before feeding to the high speed crusher to remove salts roughly, and then firstly dehydrated cakes before feeding to the second dehydrator to remove salts inside food wastes.
NOVELTY - A method for culturing humification bacteria using active humic substances is provided, therefore the cultured humification bacteria can be used in production of feeds and composts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for culturing humification bacteria using active humic substances comprises the steps of: circulating a culture medium, such as waste water, from a culturing vessel(1) to a bio-reactor(2) packed with the active humic substance pellet(3) and pumice stone(4) including dacite; inoculating humification bacteria and their symbiotic microorganisms into the culturing vessel(1); adding mineral, oxidase and other bio-stimulating material into the bio-reactor(2); culturing the humification bacteria and their symbiotic microorganisms; precipitating the cultured bacteria in a bacteria separating vessel(10); discharging the supernatant to a discharging tank(7); returning a portion of the bacteria pellet to a culturing vessel(1); and transferring excessive bacteria pellet to a cultured bacteria storing tank(13), wherein a peroxyfulvic acid solution having the oxidation reduction potential(ORP) of between +250 to +350mv is added into the culturing vessel(1).
NOVELTY - The system has air and hydrogen feed pipes (20,21) whose downstream ends are connected to a fuel cell (10). An impurity removal unit (80) removes the impurity contained in the air-feed pipe and an electrode catalyst receives the removed impurity.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Reduction of electric-power generation property of fuel cell, is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (10)    air feed pipe (20)    hydrogen feed pipe (21)    impurity removal unit (80)
NOVELTY - The wastewater is processed in an anaerobic fermenter (AF) (1). The processed liquid from AF is then passed to perform membrane-separation of surplus sludge obtained from AF. An iron-group coagulant is added to upstream or downstream side of AF. Then the total iron concentration in the liquid of AF is adjusted to 500 mg/l or more. The concentrated sludge obtained from the membrane separation process, is returned to AF.    USE - For treating wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The treatment method acquires sufficient transparent flux in the membrane-separation process by adjusting the total iron concentration of liquid in the anaerobic fermenter. The processing method reduces the additional amount of iron group flocculant and decreases the running cost sharply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a drainage treatment apparatus, which comprises anaerobic fermenter, return line (L8), concentration measurement unit (4) and membrane separator (12).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of drainage treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    anaerobic fermenter (1)    concentration measurement unit (4)    membrane separator (12)    return line (L8)
NOVELTY - A sensor (11) detects the weight of the waste to be processed in a fermentation degradation tank (3). Based on the detection result, a controller determines whether the waste has reached a constant rate.    USE - For waste treatment in waste disposal system (claimed) e.g. for disposal of organic refuse from home, schools, hospital, industries, apartment and restaurants.    ADVANTAGE - Maintains favorable fermentation degradation environment, easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for waste disposal system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of waste treatment equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fermentation degradation tank (3)    sensor (11)
NOVELTY - Yeasts, of Pichia sp. or Galacyomyces sp. having ammonia decomposing property, particularly Pichia farinosa S-1 KCTC0852BP, Pichia anomala ST KCTC 0968BP and Galactomyces sp. 59KCTC 09798BP, are useful for removal of ammonia gas.    USE - For removal of ammonia gas from wastes of kitchen, and agricultural and food industries, and waste water treatment facilities.    ADVANTAGE - Enumerated specific yeasts grow in wastes, and Galactomyces sp. 59KCTC 09798BP further produces flavor components.
NOVELTY - Endocrine disrupters are decomposed by plant body or plant culture cell by glycosylation, hydroxylation and ester decomposition. The decomposed endocrine disrupters are detoxified and recovered with high safety    USE - For detoxifying endocrine disrupters present in tableware made from polycarbonate.    ADVANTAGE - Endocrine disrupters having a negative influence on human health are detoxified using a simple and efficient method and they are collected easily.
NOVELTY - The method involves making plates with a fluid guidance system of distribution volumes and/or channels for reaction and/or cooling media and a frame-like elastic seal. The walls (5) of the distribution volumes (2) and/or channels (3) of the fluid guidance system are manufactured by directly applying a suitable material to a flat base plate (6) of graphite, composite graphite sheet metal or plastic foil.    USE - For manufacturing distribution plates, especially for electrochemical fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Further improved to make the fluid guidance system simple to manufacture and implemented independently on both sides of the distributor plate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: distribution plates manufactured in accordance with the inventive method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a distribution plate    walls of distribution channel and/or volume (5)    distribution volume (2)    distribution channel (3)    base plate (6)
NOVELTY - The device has at least one evaporator (20) and at least one superheater (50) as a layer combination of individual layers whose throughflow devices have at least one layer with a channel structure with at least one channel. At least one layer of the evaporator's throughflow device is connected to at least one layer-type heater and at least one layer of the superheater's throughflow device is connected to at least one layer-type superheater.    USE - For evaporating and superheating at least one medium, e.g. for use in fuel cell systems.    ADVANTAGE - The device is highly efficient with low space requirements and enables additional mixing of at least two media.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of part of a device for generating/providing fuel for a fuel cell with an inventive device    reformer (11)    evaporator (20)    superheater (50)
NOVELTY - A large-scale waste disposal fermentation chamber (1), recharged via a top-mounted air lock (3), is new. The air lock is a container (4) with a hinged lid (5) at the top, and a power (8) driven gas-tight sliding closure (6) at the bottom.    USE - The fermentation chamber is useful for fermenting waste disposal.    ADVANTAGE - The air-tight hatch prevents unwanted loss of gas from the chamber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side-view of the top-mounted chamber.    Fermentation chamber (1)    Aperture (2)    Air lock sidewall (3)    Air lock (4)    Air lock closure (5)    Sliding closure (6)    Spindle (7)    Motor (8)
NOVELTY - A small-scale waste water treatment system, comprising an aeration supply which is delivered by two blowers, one of which is continually in operation, while the second blower is in intermittent operation to supplement the first blower as required, is new.    USE - The Small-scale waste water treatment plant is useful for treating effluent (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The constant supply of oxygen supplemented at times of peak demand maximizes the efficiency of the treatment process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the biological section of a small-scale waste water treatment assembly connected to two blowers.    Container (1)    Bubble dispenser (2)    Water effluent inlet (3)    Water outlet (4)    Tube (5)    First blower (6)    Second blower (7)
NOVELTY - An assembly (1) to treat organic material (2), and especially bio-waste, comprising a tunnel (3) to carry the material through it where water (23) flushes out soluble components, which is then subjected to forced air ventilation (24) for fermentation in a fermenter (11), to generate a bio-gas (25), is new. The bio-waste is carried through the tunnel in containers (4), which are permeable to air and water at the top and bottom.    USE - The assembly is for the treatment of organic bio-waste (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The waste material is sufficiently stabilized biologically within the tunnel, so that minimum composting is required after processing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An assembly (1) to treat organic material (2), and especially bio-waste, comprising a tunnel (3) to carry the material through it where water (23) flushes out soluble components, which is then subjected to forced air ventilation (24) for fermentation in a fermenter (11), to generate a bio-gas (25), is new. The bio-waste is carried through the tunnel in containers (4), which are permeable to air and water at the top and bottom. The air and water are applied to the waste from the top of the containers, and the waste is not turned over. Part of the bio-gas yield is burned, to heat the air applied to the waste material. The length of travel is at least 30 m.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the assembly to process organic bio-waste.    Treatment assembly (1)    Organic material (2)    Tunnel (3)    Containers (4)    Fermenter (11)    Water (23)    Air (24)    Bio-gas (25)
NOVELTY - A microbiological energy source for driving an energy-consuming device, especially an electric motor, comprising a bioreactor (1) containing piezoelectric or similar fillers (14) and microorganisms, where the throughput of waste water formed by biodegradation of its organic content creates a potential difference on the fillers (14) and so providing an operating voltage, is new.    USE - The microbiological energy source is useful for providing energy to drive e.g. electric motors used in various parts of a waste water processing plant.    ADVANTAGE - The external energy input to a waste water processing plant can be reduced, with any hydrogen produced also being useful in energy production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a reactor producing a potential difference and so an operating voltage.    Bioreactor (1)    Inlet (2)    Outlet (4)    Packing (10)    Piezoelectric bodies (14)    Permanent magnets (16)
NOVELTY - The composite compressed gas tank has a composite structure with a cylindrical metal container and a prefabricated casing tube, especially a laminated tube. The metal container is made of aluminum alloy, brass or steel, and can be a pressurized gas bottle, can or cartridge.    USE - For use with a fill pressure of at least 300 bar (claimed), for use as hydrogen source for fuel cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Can be manufactured significantly less expensively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a method of manufacturing an inventive device.
NOVELTY - Disposing of residual food substances, comprising: (a) acidifying an organic filtrate; (b) exposing to a single-stage vacuum evaporator which extracts nutrients and inhibitor concentrates; (c) surrendering the vapor to a condenser and follow-on conditioning; and (d) recovering the vapor as water. At least 70 % of the nitrogen compounds in the bio-filtrate are converted to ammonium and dissolved in water by anaerobic methane fermentation.    USE - The method and assembly are used to dispose of food processing residues, other organic residues, and to recover water.    ADVANTAGE - The method and apparatus operates using low-calorific heat effluent, reducing primary energy costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a commensurate assembly for the disposal of waste process food residues and other organic matter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a flow chart of the process.    Bio-filtrate holding tank (1)    Acid holding tank (2)    Pre-heater (3)    Evaporator (4)    Condenser (5)    Cooler (6)    Vacuum pump (7)    Condensate trap (8, 9)    Dosing system for bio-filtrate (10)    Process acid dosing system (11)
NOVELTY - Reactor has chambers (2) for endothermic reactions arranged between chambers (5) for exothermic reactions. The media is fed to the chambers (5) via a further media chamber (3).    USE - Used for a gas production system for producing a hydrogen-containing gas for fuel cell in a vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Heat is optimally utilized and the reactor is compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: A dosing device (6) for the media is provided in a region between the chambers (3) and the chambers (5).    The chambers (3) contain a fleece (4) or wire fabric coated with a catalytically active material.    The media is an oxygen-containing medium, preferably air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section through the reactor.    Media chambers (2, 3, 5)    Fleece (4)
NOVELTY - Process comprises reducing the unsorted waste in a reducing unit, e.g. a cascade milling unit. One or more fractions are passed through the reducing unit and/or a subsequent mixer/reactor, along with a finely dispersed chemical drying agent. The pH value of the waste is increased to at least 10 during the process. The hot fraction of the chemical dying agent remains in the reaction mixture after the drying process.    USE - The process is used to treat communal waste (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process is economical and saves time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Process comprises reducing the unsorted waste in a reducing unit, e.g. a cascade milling unit. One or more fractions are passed through the reducing unit and/or a subsequent mixer / reactor, along with a finely dispersed, chemical drying agent. The pH value of the waste is increased to at least 10 during the process. The cascade mill is 5-15m in diameter and has a throughput of 10-30t/h. Before the drying agent is added, materials such as rubber, shoes, batteries, metal etc are separated out. The hot fraction of the chemical dying agent remains in the reaction mixture after the drying process.
NOVELTY - Production of fuels with an ash content below 50 wt.% comprises mixing (wt.%): (1) slaughterhouse waste (30-50); (2) sewage sludge (5-20); and (3) animal meal (30-50). and drying the mixture.    USE - For power stations, incinerators, gasification plants and cement works.    ADVANTAGE - The process provides a legal way of disposing of three waste materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel produced by the above process.
NOVELTY - A cracking furnace for treating refuse comprises an oil-pressure dewatering press, a furnace body, a hearth, a piston, a gas heating pipe, pipelines and a water-sealed gas washing tower. Refuse is poured into a conveying pipeline, and the piston pushes it into the hearth of the furnace body, for burning while rotating. After reaching a preset burning requirement, it is discharged from the other end of hearth, and the discharged gas and solid are separated. The recovered gas is used to produce alcohol and liquefied gas, the solid carbon is used to produce active carbon, and the dregs can be used as a filler for construction material.
NOVELTY - A bacterial product for directly decomposing the straw and stalk to become microbial fertilizer is prepared from 10 bacteria including Bacillus cerus, Bacillus licheniformis, Bacillus megaterium, Bacillus subtilis, etc through mixing.
NOVELTY - A boiler fuel is prepared from leftover of plant oil, emulsifier, coal powder and water by lowering the viscosity, emulsifying, proportional mixing and stirring.
NOVELTY - The production of fuel oil from leftover of plant oil includes heating to 60-80 degrees C, dewatering, diluting by mixing it with petroleum at 60-80 degrees C, and cracking at 200-550 degrees C.
NOVELTY - A water separating process for reclaiming the fermented garbage includes such steps as mixing the fermented garbage with water, sieving, delivering the substance on the sieve to waste yard, further sieving the sieved substance with more fine sieve feeding the sieved substance in cyclone tower to make heavy substance in deposition pool and other in slurry pool, grinding the substance on the sieve and then feeding it in slurry pool, and dewatering to obtain fertilizer. It is especially suitable for reclaiming used battery and can increase the output rate of fertilizer by 20% and the organic components in the fertilizer by 3-5%.
NOVELTY - The method for extracting steroid saponin of paris polyphylla includes the following steps: pulverizing paris root, adding water, fermentation at 20-30 deg.C for 3-6 days, acid hydrolzying fermented product, washing with water, drying to obtain crude intermediate, extracting the intermediate with solvent, concentrating extract, crystallizing, filtering crystal and drying so as to obtain the invention product.
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses a method for extracting unsaturated fatty acid by utilizing wastes produced in production of low alcohol liquor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The present invention discloses a method for extracting unsaturated fatty acid by utilizing wastes produced in production of low alcohol liquor. The invention uses active carbon produced after precipitation in the course of low alcohol liquor production as raw material which contains lots of fatty acid and adopts the following steps: extraction with ethyl alcohol, filtering and collecting filtrate, concentrating, using KOH solution to saponify concentrate, collecting precipitate, washing with ethyl alcohol, dissolving with HCl, adding petroleum ether to extract fatty acid, separating extractorganic phase and reduced pressure distillation to obtain oily liquor containing linolic acid, oleic acid and palmic acid. The fatty acid can be used for making health-care food.
NOVELTY - The quick production method of organic fertilizer by utilizing organic wastes includes the following steps: (1) respectively slant activating and shave liquid cultivating at least four kinds of bacillus strains with the function of decomposing starch and protein; (2) mixing the above-mentioned cultured strains to obtain their mixture solution; (3) making the strain mixture solution be adsorbed on the natural porous solid auxiliary material, uniformly stirring to from composite strain auxiliary material, adding natural nutrients to make solid culture to obtain composite cultured bed; and (4) placing the cultured strains into fermentation tank, adding organic wastes, controlling temp., humidity, stirring, making solid aerobic quick fermentation to obtain the invented organic fertilizer.
NOVELTY - Treating organic waste liquid by using methane bacteria, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for treating organic waste liquid by using methane bacteria includes the following steps: respectively placing the methane bacteria resisting high temp., resisting middle temp. and resisting low temp. into culture medium liquor prepared with nutrient elements of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulfur to make culture and naturalization; using obtained composite methane bacterium liquor to mix with organic waste liquor, and feeding them into reactor to implement fermentation treatment; in reactor increasing material-feeding points and water-distributing points to make the bacterial liquor fully contact with sludge microbe and prevent the production of fermentation dead zone and acidification-returning phenomenon. The adaptive range of the reactor is extensive, the activity of methane flora can be raised, the fermentation is more complete.
NOVELTY - A process for preparing bioactive organic fertilizer comprises solid fermenting of raw commercial strain, solid culture of bacterial strain, and secondary solid fermenting. Its advantages are high yield and quality of agricultural crops, strong plant and early mature period.
NOVELTY - Preparing ecological fertilizer by using steamed plant stalks as raw material and adopting solid fermentation, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preparing ecological fertilizer by using steamed plant stalks as raw material and adopting solid fermentation includes the following steps: firstly, making stalk raw material undergo the process of steaming ammonification treatment, adding a certain quantity of bran and quicklime in fermentation tank, and inoculating Bacillus bacterial liquors, brown globular nitrogen-fixing bacterial liquor and Trichoderma seed liquid, and adding sterile water to make solid-liquid ratio be 1:2-4, in the pressure range of 0.05 MPa-2.5 MPa using 15-60 min as a cycle to make cyclic pressurization and depressurization mixed solid fermentation, culture temp. is 28-30 deg.C, fermenting for 3-5 days, adding clay whose added quantity is 2-5 times total weight, and drying so as to obtain the invented ecological fertilizer with high fertilizer efficiency.
NOVELTY - A scavenger for electronic industry consists of C3-C9 alkane 10-85 wt%, C3-C8 ketone 1-30 wt%, C3-C10 ether 1-30 wt%, C1-C5 alcohol 1-30 wt% and additive 0.01-10 wt%.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - It contains no fluorochloric alkane and similar matter, and thus has no environmental pollution, and has excellent scavenging capability to rosin, resin, oil dirt and pollutant. It may be used in direct soaking and washing of electronic equipment and PCB, and is supersonic cleaning.
NOVELTY - An amino acid liquid compound fertilizer includes earthworm 50-80%, humic acid 2-10%, chelating activator 2-8%, trace elements 1-8% and water 15-50%, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An amino acid liquid compound fertilizer includes earthworm 50-80%, humic acid 2-10%, chelating activator 2-8%, trace elements 1-8% and water 15-50%. Its production process includes hydrolysis with the hydrolase of earthworm under certain conditions to obtain earthworm amino acids; chelating earthworm amino acids; cooling, filtering, sterilizing and packaging. The production process has the earthworm amino acids retained completely, and is simple and low in cost. The fertilizer has the advantage of small applying amount, and spraying it to foliage of crops can raise the yield and resistance obviously.
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) consists of a hydrogen supply passage supplying hydrogen from a storage tank (2) to the fuel cell (4). A bypass passage is arranged in parallel with the hydrogen supply passage. A purifier with a hydrogen permeable membrane is provided within the bypass passage for purifying hydrogen. A switch valve (6) is provided to selectively switch the hydrogen supply passage and the bypass passage.    USE - Used in fuel cells of an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The purifier with the hydrogen permeable membrane purifies the hydrogen supplied to the fuel cell, thereby increasing fuel cell performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the overall arrangement of a hydrogen supplying apparatus for a fuel cell.    Hydrogen supplying apparatus (1)    Hydrogen storage tank (2)    Fuel cell (4)    Three way switch valve. (6)
NOVELTY - The aircraft (10) has a fuel cell (100) providing electrical energy to an electrically powered device. The electrically powered device is an AC motor (200) adapted to propel the aircraft. The fuel cell powered aircraft supplies oxygen to the fuel cell either from a container of oxygen carried on board the aircraft or from a ram scoop directing air through which the aircraft is moving to the fuel cell.    USE - Used for transportation.    ADVANTAGE - The aircraft is suitable for both manned and unmanned operations and provides improved safety and reliability. The use of a hydrogen generator as a source of hydrogen reduces the need to hydrate the hydrogen to protect the fuel cell and also reduces the weight of the fuel cell system. The aircraft generates little noise and virtually no pollutants and ultimately lower total life cycle costs.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial schematic side view of a fuel cell powered aircraft.    Aircraft (10)    Fuel cell (100)    AC motor. (200)
NOVELTY - A wastewater treatment method using microorganisms inhabiting in withered waste plant is provided to purify wastewater cleanly by decomposing organic matter, nitrogen and phosphorus contained in wastewater using microorganisms naturally produced during long term humus of waste plant and humus adsorbing clay minerals.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The wastewater treatment method using microorganisms inhabiting in withered waste plant comprises the steps of mixing inlet water with wastewater as temporarily storing wastewater in a flow equalization tank so that humidification reaction is started as harmful microorganisms are being perished; crushing and injecting withered waste plant and illite that is a clay mineral into the first aeration tank as supplying a proper amount of wastewater stored in the flow equalization tank into a first aeration tank, and supplying oxygen into the first aeration tank to remove malodor by decomposing and oxidizing various organic matter, nitrogen and phosphorus; transferring the wastewater treated in the first aeration tank to a second aeration tank, crushing and injecting the withered waste plant and allophane that is a clay mineral into the second aeration tank, and supplying oxygen into the second aeration tank to satisfy biochemical oxygen demand and chemical oxygen demand by continuously decomposing various organic matter, nitrogen and phosphorus; transferring the wastewater treated in the second aeration tank to a settling tank to deposit sludge by settling solids of organic matter, nitrogen and phosphorus separated from water on the bottom of the settling tank; transferring the sludge separated from water in the settling tank to a thickening tank, and discharging the treated water; and recycling the dehydrated sludge by dehydrating the sludge of the thickening tank, or disusing the sludge by forming the sludge into cake.
NOVELTY - A rapid manufacturing method of organic fertilizer is provided, which is characterized by separating solids from livestock wastes before fermentation with a solid-liquid separator. Accordingly, the method shortens production time of organic fertilizer considerably, decreases water pollution and enables mass production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for rapid manufacture of organic fertilizer comprises the steps of: separating solids from livestock wastes by vibrational solid-liquid separator; mixing saw dust, rice hull or wheat husk with the solids in a weight ratio of 0.0001-0.005: 1 for removing remaining water from the solids; mixing fermentation materials with the solids in a weight ratio of 0.1-5 : 100; fermenting by poring air into a mixture at 30-80deg.C and stirring. The fermentation materials are in the form of 1-5wt.% of microbes adsorbed on vermiculite, wherein the microbes comprise bacteria, actinomycetes and fungi in a ratio of 4-6 : 1-2 : 3-4. Also, the separated liquids is mixed with microbes in liquid at 30-80deg.C.
NOVELTY - An oil-decomposable microorganism seed using the soil containing feces of earthworm as a carrier and a production method thereof are provided, therefore the microorganism fixed to the soil has higher viable rate and maintains a substrate-decomposing activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for producing the oil-decomposable microorganism seed using the soil containing feces of earthworm as a carrier comprises the steps of: (a) activating the soil containing feces of earthworm to increase the surface area and adsorption ability of the soil; (b) dissolving a basic nutrient medium in deionized water to prepare a nutrient medium for fermentation, filling a fermenter with the nutrient medium, inoculating the oil-decomposable microorganism thereinto, culturing the medium, and adsorbing and fixing the cultured medium to the activated soil; (c) adding a microorganism growth-stimulating agent into the soil and mixing them; and (d) storing the mixed soil at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours, wherein the activation of the soil is carried out by drying the soil containing earthworm feces at 30 to 40deg. C to the water content of 10% or less, and pulverizing the dried soil into the size of 500mum or less.
NOVELTY - Provided is a method for preparing high quality liquid fertilizer from organic wastes containing much water without bad smell in a short time by using polyphenolic humic substances.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The preparation method of high concentration liquid fertilizer comprises the steps of: removing impurities and salts from organic wastes; supplying humus microbes producing polyphenolic compounds for aerobic fermentation; dehydrating to get waste cakes and liquid, dehydrated liquid, which are sent to a composting room and a liquid storage tank, respectively; aging the liquid to be humification grade more than 90% in an aerobic agitation tank; precipitating sludge and microbes, which sent to a microbe-culturing room; activating supplied sludge and microbes in a bio-reactor filled with colloidal micelle pellet including humic acid of sea, activated minerals like pumice and ferrite for obtaining a culture liquid containing polyphenolic humic substances; sending the culture liquid to the aerobic agitation tank for high quality liquid fertilizer.
NOVELTY - A composting method of food waste is provided to manufacture homogeneously fermented organic fertilizer in a large quantity, which is characterized by fermenting food waste gradually by using a round fermenter equipped with a mixer revolving on its axis and rotating itself.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The composting method comprises the steps of: adding an anaerobe, biopost, to crushed food waste; throwing into a round fermenter (21); supplying the food waste to the outer parts(boarder) of the fermenter by distribution conveyor belt (12) rotating the center of the fermenter; mixing the waste with a mixer(23) consisting of a rotary belt which makes the mixer rotate itself, and stirring wings drawing the waste from bottom to top of the fermenter, where the waste is gradually shifted form the outer parts(boarder) to the inner parts(center) of the fermenter by mixer which revolves on its axis due to rotation of rollers; and discharging.
NOVELTY - Waste water treatment equipment using a bio mineral water reactor (B.M.W. Reactor) increases removal efficiency of nitrogen and phosphorus by more than 70 % as well as increase the treatment speed by using a sludge cultivation tank thereby preventing red tide. The treated water can be used as a liquid fertilizer for organic farming, a deodorizer or drinking water for livestock.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The system comprises:    (i) a sump tank (10) for collecting waste water discharged from pre-treatment process for composting food waste;    (ii) a screen (20) for screening waste water pumped by a first pump from the sump tank (10);    (iii) an equalization tank (30) that is installed under the screen (20) for treating the waste water screened to a constant concentration;    (iv) an aeration tank (40) for aerating the waste water with air supplied from a blower and for converting nutrient salt contained in waste water to sludge that is the food of microorganism by oxidation and reduction using aerobic microorganism;    (v) a settling tank (50) for settling and separating solid and for discharging treated water to be used as a liquid fertilizer for organic farming, a deodorizer or drinking water for livestock; and    (vi) a bio mineral water reactor (B.M.W. Reactor) (60) for receiving solid settled at the settling tank, growing the sludge, recycling the sludge to the equalization tank (30) and the aeration tank (40) and providing a stable habitat for microorganism.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the water treatment system.    sump tank (10)    screen (20)    equalization tank (30)    aeration tank (40)    setttling tank (50)    bio mineral water reactor (60)
NOVELTY - The compartments (32,38, 132,232) hold the leakage gas from the gas removal opening (33) installed near the gas containers (31). The detectors (42,47,44,46) detect the change of state of the compartments, respectively based on which the valves open/close gas removal openings.    USE - For storing hydrogen gas in hydrogen gas supply apparatus (claimed) for fuel cell used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Gas leakage is detected quickly and reliably. Hence gas is transported from the gas storage apparatus to package, efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) hydrogen gas supply apparatus;    (2) handling method of hydrogen gas storage apparatus; and    (3) hydrogen gas conveyance method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the gas supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas container (31)    compartments (32,38,132,232)    gas removal openings (33)    detectors (42,44,46,46)
NOVELTY - A cathode and an anode are joined via an electrolyte film. A cathode side separator with a flow-path groove for supplying methanol aqueous solution as fuel to the cathode is provided. An anode side separator with a flow-path groove for supplying air as oxidizing agent to the anode is provided. A roughness is provided at the joining boundary surface with electrolyte film of anode and/or cathode.    USE - Used for direct methanol type fuel cells used for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane/electrode contact material contributes to high-output of direct methanol type fuel cells. A catalyst, and electrolyte film of cathode and anode are joined uniformly, even when a low pressure is applied. The contact component has good diffusibility of methanol and air.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A cathode and an anode are joined via an electrolyte film which comprises a proton electroconductive solid polymer film. A cathode side separator having a flow-path groove for supplying methanol aqueous solution as a fuel to the cathode is provided. An anode side separator having a flow-path groove for supplying air as oxidizing agent to the anode is provided. A roughness is provided at the joining boundary surface with the electrolyte film of anode and/or cathode.
NOVELTY - An inner piping (12), with closed upstream end and opened downstream end, is inside an outer piping (11) used for ejecting gas. Multiple jet nozzles (13) for ejecting another gas are radially within the end peripheral surface, while protrusions (14-17) of unequal length for mixing the gases are on the peripheral surface of the inner piping.    USE - For mixing two kinds of fluids, such as air and hydrogen, in fuel cell electrical power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures sufficient mixing of gases. Compact gas mixing apparatus operable in large flow amount range is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the above gas mixing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    outer piping (11)    inner piping (12)    jet nozzles (13)    protrusions (14-17)
NOVELTY - The gas is detected based on the supplied pulsed electricity, in preliminary detection mode. An alarm signal is output, when the warning detection electrical charging time in warning detection mode is detected to be longer than the preliminary detection electrical charging time in preliminary detection mode.    USE - For operating battery driven type gas alarm (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The gas is detected by effectively utilizing the electric power of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery driven type gas alarm.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view illustrating the pulse electrical charging time of the battery driven type gas alarm. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A membrane separation process of the methane-fermentation treated water is performed using several rotary flat films provided in membrane separator (7). A concentration sludge obtained from the separator is returned to the methane fermentation tank (2).    USE - For processing livestock excrements.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances the microbial cell concentration in methane fermentation tank. Facilitates to quickly process an organic substance in livestock excrement. Enables to effectively clean the surface of film using the shear flow by rotation of flat film. Allows to stably operate the processing apparatus for long periods of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Livestock processing method involves carrying out the methane fermentation processing of excrements in methane fermentation tank (2) and membrane separation processing of the fermentation treated water in a membrane separator (7) equipped with multiple rotary flat films which have a circumferential speed of 2-5 m/s, to obtain the concentration sludge which is to be returned to the fermentation tank. An iron-type coagulant is added to the upstream side of membrane separator.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for livestock sewage disposal system which includes a methane-fermentation tank, a membrane separator and concentrated sludge return unit. The membrane separator comprises a set of rotary flat films spaced at 15-30 mm and attached to the pair of parallel rotary shafts, respectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of livestock sewage disposal system. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    methane fermentation tank (2)    membrane separator (7)
NOVELTY - Sewage disposal system comprises an aeration treatment tank made of stainless steel, has an aerator (15) and an air supply unit (16) arranged near its bottom portion. A diffusion unit (11), diffuses the excrement fluid such that the bubbles generated are defoamed. A pair of cylindrical discharge units (12,13) at upper section of tank, discharges the processed excrement fluid.    USE - For processing excrements of livestock such as cow, pig, and used as fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The aeration processing of excrement fluid is efficiently performed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Sewage disposal system comprises a tank that is covered with a heat insulating sheet. The tank is divided into primary and secondary treatment chambers. A sprinkler nozzle is arranged to sprinkle water to the excrement fluid in tank. The discharge unit has a cylindrical guide which guides the bubble generated in the tank. A gas exhaust port is provided in the discharge unit. The tank has a processing section and a discharge section with a pump. A tapered slot is provided at the bottom of processing section. A heating unit is arranged to heat the excrement fluid in the tank. The diffusion unit is a rotary structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of disposal system.    diffusion unit (11)    discharge unit (12,13)    aerator (15)    air supply unit (16)
NOVELTY - Petroleum contaminated soil is purified by treating with microbes which exits in an aqueous solution replenished with nutrient and oxygen.    USE - For purifying petroleum contaminated soil in petroleum plants, oil terminals and oil filling stations.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively purifies petroleum contaminated soil using high construction of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, in a short period of time.
NOVELTY - A fermentation tank (3) ferments waste water to produce biogas. A denitrification tank (5) and a nitrification tank (6) perform denitrification and nitrification of the fermented liquid. A deoxidizing tank (7) receives the digestive fluid from the nitrification tank, and biogas through a pipe (11) to reduce oxygen concentration in the digestive fluid.    USE - The apparatus is useful for treatment of waste water from foodstuff industry and stock raising industry.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the contents of hydrogen sulfide in biogas and dissolved oxygen in digestive fluid, therefore increasing efficiency of denitrification reaction and reducing running cost of waste water treatment apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the above waste water treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fermentation tank (3)    Denitrification tank (5)    Nitrification tank (6)    Deoxidizing tank (7)    Pipe (11)
NOVELTY - The deodorizing apparatus has water-tank (10) into which exhaust gas is introduced and air bubbles are generated from the upstream edge of piping path (9b) and odorous components are removed. The residual exhaust gas is discharged from the upper portion of the tank through the piping path (9c).    USE - Deodorizing apparatus for bio-type waste disposer.    ADVANTAGE - Removes the odorous components easily during organic refuse process of bio-type waste disposer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the bio-type waste disposer with deodorizing apparatus.    piping paths (9b,9c)    water-tank (10)
NOVELTY - The waste disposal of vegetable matter or municipal and industrial waste containing high levels of moisture e.g. screenings, general refuse or paper industry wastes, comprises subjecting the waste to a multi-stage de-watering process.    USE - Used for refuse disposal of vegetable matter or municipal and industrial waste containing high levels of moisture e.g. screenings, general refuse or paper industry wastes.    ADVANTAGE - The process is capable of disposing of a much wider range of moist refuse than prior art, e.g. sewage sludge.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The waste matter is crushed to a particle size of up to 10 cm, followed by removal of all metals, coarse ceramics and glass. The refuse is then mixed with 6-10 wt.% calcium oxide for three minutes causing an exothermic reaction which together with the heat of friction pre-dries the mixture which is discharged to a fluid bed drying reactor. The water vapor is discharged and subjected to separate treatment to produce concentrated ammonia used in the production of fertilizer or for the neutralization of smoke gases. The semi-dried solids are finally dried in a steam fluid-layer drier and either then incinerated or compressed to blocks and stored for subsequent incineration. Following incineration the ashes are either disposed of or mixed with clay at 1300 degrees C and converted into a secondary building material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart of the process. (Drawing includes non English-language text).
NOVELTY - Process for reducing the dissolved sulfur content, especially dilute sulfuric acid, of lagoon water (11) arising from open cast mining. A substrate (140) submerged in a section (12) of the water (13) hosts a colony of microorganisms which first remove the sulfur from the section (12) and then from the remainder (13).    USE - Reducing the sulfur content in water lagoons arising from open cast mining operations.    ADVANTAGE - The process enhances the water quality in situ, faster and more durably than prior art processes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Untreated water (11) is first drawn from the lagoon (13) section (12) and circulated over and through the substrate (140) until the water (120) in the section (12) exceeds a pre-determined pH value of more than 5. Untreated sulfuric water (11) from the main supply (13) is then introduced into the loop and flows over the substrate (140), thereby reducing sulfur content. The sulfur-reduced water (120) is then returned to the main holding supply (13). The electrical power required to drive the process may be supplied by e.g. wind energy, solar energy or fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart of the process during the start-up phase.    Untreated acidic water (11)    water section (12)    lagoon (13)    colony substrate (140)    water (120)
NOVELTY - A composting container (1) comprising a four-sided wooden slat (9) frame, and a mesh base (8), raised above a concrete floor (2), is new. The mesh floor and slatted side walls consist of individual panels so that containers of different sizes can be assembled depending on the amount of waste to be composted. The mesh floor is linked to a mechanical shaking unit.    USE - The composting container is useful for the composting of fibrous organic waste (especially for horse manure) to produce a material which is useful as fertilizer (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The container facilitates rapid composting and convenient removal of the resultant fertilizer. The container is of modular design so that containers of different sizes can readily be assembled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A new composting container comprises a four-sided wooden slat (9) frame, and a mesh base (8), raised above a concrete floor (2). The frame is supported by sidewall uprights (4,5) bolted to the concrete base. The side-slats are removable for tractor access. The mesh floor (8) consists of a series of square panels resting on a sub-frame, and is linked to a mechanical shaking unit. The height between the concrete floor and container mesh is selected to provide easy access to composted residues (useful as fertilizer) which collect on the concrete base.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric view of the composting container.    Composting container (1)    uprights (4, 5)    mesh panels (7)    concrete collection floor (2)    mesh (8)    post flanges (32, 35)    wooden slats (9)
NOVELTY - An air supply line (18) is connected to the burner (16), which also receives spent fuel gas from the anode. A second air line (19) supplies the cathode inlet (KI), bypassing the burner.    USE - Fuel cell system in which spent anode gas is burned off at high temperature.    ADVANTAGE - Combustible residues are burned at higher temperature, through controlled, near-stoichiometric combustion. Less noble metal catalyst is required in the burner for complete combustion, or catalysts can be dispensed with altogether.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the method of operation in which the spent gas is burned at preferably 850 degrees C to 1250 degrees C.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A schematic flow diagram is presented. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Burner (16)    Air supply line (18)    Second air line (19)
NOVELTY - The cell has a mounting with bearing portion (22A, 24A) and shaft (26) with longitudinally-extending bore supported for rotation on bearings. A Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell blade assembly (32) mounted on the shaft has gas passageway in register with a radially-extending port in the shaft. Connections are provided for admitting hydrogen gas to the bore and air is supplied to the exterior of the assembly.    USE - Used for producing power, heat and water.    ADVANTAGE - Since the fuel cell blades of the rotating fuel cells are constantly in contact with new and turbulent air, the cathodic surface oxygen concentration is always maximized. Keeping the exposed cathode surfaces free of water improves the performance and efficiency of fuel cell, because the surrounding air is always in contact with the cathode. The rotating fuel cell does not require an air compressor to supply oxidant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of a fuel cell apparatus.    Bearing portion (22A, 24A)    Shaft (26)    PEM fuel cell blade assembly. (32)
NOVELTY - The system has a mixing tube (100) comprising a hydrogen gas detector (74) disposed in a closed container to generate signals corresponding to the percentage of hydrogen gas in the mixture and a electrolysis cell for generating hydrogen gas. Two conduits (80,90) are in fluid communication with a hydrogen free gas where the conduits comprises orifice (86,94) in fluid communication with the mixing tube.    USE - Used for calibrating hydrogen gas detector in an electrochemical cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The system automatically samples the environment around the electrochemical cell system with the hydrogen gas detector. By the use of barriers, fans uniform mixing of hydrogen free gas and hydrogen gas is attained and eliminates false readings.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process of calibrating a hydrogen gas detector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic diagram of a hydrogen gas calibration apparatus.    Hydrogen gas detector (74)    Conduits (80,90)    Orifices (86,94)    Mixing tube. (100)
NOVELTY - The generator has a raw fuel storing section for storing raw fuel from a liquid hydrocarbon such as gasoline, mixed liquid of hydrocarbon such as gasoline with water and organic hydrides such as hexane. A fuel cell main body generates electric power using the hydrogen delivered from the raw fuel. A fuel supply section (6) connected to a tank supplies the raw fuel in a uniform spray shape.    USE - Used for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell restrains the generation of harmful gases such as carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides during power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a reformer connected to a fuel cell.    Fuel supply section. (6)
NOVELTY - Carbon dioxide is removed from a gas stream comprising methane and carbon dioxide by contacting with an aqueous stream, separating carbon dioxide-enriched aqueous stream (13) from the gas stream, and disposing of the carbon dioxide-enriched aqueous stream in a marine environment, and/or a terrestrial formation.    USE - The invention is used for the removal of CO2 from a gas stream.    ADVANTAGE - The invention reduces CO2 emissions from Fischer-Tropsch GTL processes, thus minimizing adverse environmental effects that may be caused by such emissions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Removal of carbon dioxide (CO2) from a gas stream comprises contacting a gas stream, comprising methane and CO2, with an aqueous stream so that a portion of the CO2 in the gas stream is dissolved into the aqueous stream, creating a CO2-depleted gas stream having an enriched methane concentration and a CO2-enriched aqueous stream; separating the CO2-enriched aqueous stream from the gas stream; and disposing of the CO2-enriched aqueous stream in a marine environment, and/or a terrestrial formation.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) methods for converting methane-containing gas in a Fischer-Tropsch gas-to-liquid (GTL) facility into liquid hydrocarbons;    (2) methods for removing CO2 from a gas stream.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the Fischer-Tropsch process.    Feed stream (10)    Scrubber (11)    Water stream (12)    Carbon dioxide-enriched aqueous stream (13)
NOVELTY - The system (202) comprises a first conduit (210) and second conduit (216) containing inlet and exhaust gases of hydrogen at two pressure level, and a first water trap (208) and a second water trap (212) with float valves connected to receive condensate from the first and the second conduit (216). The first water trap is in fluid communication with the second water trap by a drain line (214).    USE - Used for collecting condensate from combustible gas process systems in a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The condensate are prevented from being blown from the first water trap into the second gas conduit. The water is managed effectively in the fuel cell system. The system arrangement reduces the plumbing associated with the water accumulation tank or other destination employed for the second water trap. The system is able to provide constant power to residential applications and electrical devices that is demanded by the load.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for managing water in a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an apparatus for collecting condensate in an integrated fuel call system.    Fuel cell system (202)    First water trap (208)    First conduit (210)    Second water trap (212)    Drain line (214)    Second conduit. (216)
NOVELTY - A fluidized-bed reactor comprising a reactor chamber (20) adapted to contain a fluidized bed comprising a slurry (30) of liquid, media and biomass, and a lift defining a passage for flow of a portion of the slurry, is new.    USE - For separating contaminants from liquids and degrading the separated contaminants.    ADVANTAGE - The invention inhibits uncontrolled bed expansion and precipitate accumulation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fluidized-bed reactor comprising a reactor chamber adapted to contain a fluidized bed comprising a slurry of liquid, media and biomass, and a lift defining a passage for flow of a portion of the slurry, is new. The lift comprises a lift inlet for motive fluid, a slurry inlet, and a slurry discharge (140). The motive fluid is introduced into the fluid through the lift inlet to urge the portion of the slurry through the passage of the lift from the slurry inlet toward the slurry discharge. The height of the slurry inlet is adjustable with respect to the bottom of the reaction chamber.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for cleaning a bioreactor comprising positioning a biomass discharge at a height above the height of liquid in the reaction chamber, positioning the slurry inlet at a height above the bottom of the reaction chamber, urging a portion of the slurry from the fluidized bed through the passage, discharging the slurry through the slurry discharge, and returning the slurry discharged through the slurry discharge to fluidized bed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing illustrates a fluidized bed reactor.    Reactor chamber (20)    Slurry (30)    Slurry discharge (140).
NOVELTY - A fuel delivery system comprises container defining a volume for holding a cell liquid fuel, a reservoir structure positioned within the container, and an outlet passageway through the container that communicates with the reservoir structure. The reservoir structure is into which a portion of the liquid fuel wicks and from which the liquid fuel subsequently may be metered.    USE - For liquid fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The system includes a reservoir structure that not only wicks and retains liquid but permits liquids to be controllable metered out from such structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a right side elevational view partially broken away of a liquid fuel delivery system.    Envelope (40)    Air inlet (44)    Reservoir structure (54)
NOVELTY - A storage tank assembly (1) has a housing (3) having airtight internal space (4) that is filled with an inert gas at a pressure lower than the filling pressure of hydrogen along with a set of inner hydrogen gas filled containers (2). The containers are attached to a manifold (5) which is connected to an external opening (6) of the housing.    USE - For supply of hydrogen to motor vehicle, home electrical appliances mounted with fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Protects storage tank from hydrogen leak by providing several containers inside housing and surrounded by internal space which is filled with inert gas and avoids leakage of hydrogen to external side. Even if hydrogen tank explodes, the damage by hydrogen leakage is reduced by diluting hydrogen with inert gas, thus safety is improved. Corrosion of container is prevented by the filled inert gas. Hydrogen cylinders can be easily and safely handled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective drawing of the hydrogen storage tank assembly. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen storage tank assembly (1)    container (2)    housing (3)    airtight internal space (4)    manifold (5)    external opening (6)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generator has a recovering unit (7) equipped with a steam turbine (18) connected to a generator (19), for recovering heat energy generated during the reaction of hydride (2) with water or alcohol in a reaction tank (6).    USE - For fuel cell used as portable electric power unit of electronic office equipment such as notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures effective utilization of heat energy, hence the efficiency of hydrogen generator is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the hydrogen generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydride (2)    reaction tank (6)    recovering unit (7)    steam turbine (18)    generator (19)
NOVELTY - The pentafluoride silicon gas which contains a low-boiling point component as main impurity, is cooled, then distilled and the low-boiling point component is removed.    USE - For purification of pentafluoride silicon gas to remove low-boiling point components such as hydrogen, oxygen, methane, nitrogen and carbon monoxide, contained in the pentafluoride silicon gas. The purified pentafluoride silicon gas is used as semiconductor or material gas for optical-fiber manufacture.    ADVANTAGE - The low-boiling point component in the pentafluoride silicon gas is removed efficiently. The pentafluoride silicon gas can be purified continuously.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the plant layout of flash distillation. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A pipe (28) with a catalyst (29) and a ventilation unit (30) is attached to a lid (24) of a container (22) with a waste storage container (20) and a heater (23). An exhaust port (21) opened to the container is provided between the catalyst and ventilation unit.    USE - Used for the treatment of organic waste generated in homes or from industry.    ADVANTAGE - The equipment enables efficient performing of oxidative degradation of carbonization gas. An increase of internal pressure of the container is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic waste treatment equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Waste storage container (20)    Exhaust port (21)    Container (22)    Heater (23)    Lid (24)    Pipe (28)    Catalyst (29)    Ventilation unit (30)
NOVELTY - The saturated-hydrocarbon oxidation catalyst comprises oxide (I) supported on a metal and oxide (II) with hydrophobic nature higher than oxide (I).    USE - For purification of automobile exhaust gas.    ADVANTAGE - Oxidation purification of saturated hydrocarbon is efficiently performed. The catalyst has good durability even at high temperatures.
NOVELTY - An air blower (9) supplies combustion air (12) into a chamber (1) through an air inlet (14) for burning the carbonization gas, and waste gas (13) resulting from carbonization gas is ejected out by flue (50).    USE - Used for the dry distillation and combustion of waste material in homes.    ADVANTAGE - The incinerator improves the dry distillation effect and combustion efficiency of waste material, simplifies the structure of the furnace, and improves operability and maintenance property of the furnace.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An outlet port (8) is provided at the outlet of a radiation tube (2) for supplying carbonization gas from a lower chamber (1) to an upper combustion chamber (7), and the radiation tube (2), arranged vertically oblong to the inner side of the cyclone-type lower combustion chamber, at its center, carries out radiation heating of the carbonization gas. The outlet and inlet of carbonization gas are connected at the side of combustion chamber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side sectional view of the dry distillation incinerator.    Combustion chambers (1, 7)    Radiation tube (2)    Outlet port (8)    Air blower (9)    Combustion air (12)    Waste gas (13)    Air inlet (14)    Flue (50)
NOVELTY - Algae in water is decomposed by treating with algae dispersing microbe of Brevibacillus and the decomposed algae produce microcystine. The discharged microcystine is then detoxified by treating with Sphingomonas microbe.    USE - For decomposing and detoxifying algae in water such as lakes, marshes, ponds, dams, canals and inner sea, which is used as industrial water.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively decomposes the poisonous components (BOD components) of water bloom produced by algae and provides an eco-friendly environment. The method is simple. The nitrogen and phosphorus in water is removed, hence water with improved quality is produced and can be used suitably as industrial water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory diagram of processing of algae. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A jet pipe (24) of bio-type water disposer (23) is connected to the inner water storage tank (3) through inlet pipe (2). Impeller (4), rotating with support (5) has exhaust gas intake (6) connected to inlet pipe. A filter chamber (19) is provided at the lower portion of exhaust port (18) which is at the top surface of water storage tank    USE - For bio-type waste disposer for decomposing organic refuses such as vegetables from dining room, grocery stores such as supermarket, department store, food service industry, meals providing center in school, and bone of fish and waste foods in company, plants, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents odorless air from exhaust port.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The water storage tank has inlet and waste water port. The support coupled between a upper face board and support board is fixed to the exhaust dust of a bio-type waste disposer. The exhaust port is provided through the filter chamber upper portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of operation of deodorizing apparatus of bio-type waste disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    inlet pipe (2)    water storage tank (3)    impeller (4)    support (5)    exhaust gas intake (6)    exhaust port (18)    filter chamber (19)    bio-type water disposer (23)    jet pipe (24)
NOVELTY - The support unit (1) includes a water-permeable outer resin covering layer (2) in which filament aggregates (3) formed by loosening and twining carbon fiber thread, are randomly packed.    USE - For underwater structure (claimed) such as seaweed bed, fish reef.    ADVANTAGE - The function of underwater structure is effectively improved, as the support unit is protected by water-permeable outer resin covering. Maintenance operation, installation and exchange of support are enabled easily and reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for underwater structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the support unit.    microorganism support unit (1)    outer resin covering layer (2)    filament aggregates (3)
NOVELTY - A fermentation system for organic waste, comprising an acid fermenter for souring the organic waste before mixing with the moisture adjustment material, mixer for mixing the organic waste and moisture content adjustment material, primary fermenter for performing primary fermentation of the mixed mixture and secondary fermenter for fermenting the primary fermentation mixture to obtain as a compost, is new.    USE - For fermenting organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - Since the method involves souring before fermentation process, the volume of organic waste during fermentation is decreased and thereby minimizes the power loss, capacitance of primary fermenter and installation cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fermentation method of organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart representation of the fermentation system for the organic waste materials. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A dispersed oil-and-fats slurry is formed using organic waste slurry as a dispersant of fats and oils, and a nutrient of anaerobe. The slurry is decomposed by anaerobes in methane fermentation tank (14) and converted to sewage gas containing methane gas. Thus, fats and oils is anaerobically treated.    USE - For decompose-treating fats and oils.    ADVANTAGE - The fats and oils are decompose-treated efficiently and at a high concentration state. The addition of iron, nickel or cobalt compound promotes the decomposition by anaerobes. The dispersion of fats and oils is improved by carrying out partial return of anaerobes in the methane fermentation tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the anaerobic treatment system of fats and oils implementing the anaerobic treatment method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane fermentation tank (14)
NOVELTY - The drying method involves raising temperature of dry gas in a dry tank, by circulating heat recovered from condensed water obtained by cooling evaporation gas produced in the dry tank, into the dry tank.    USE - For drying foodstuff scum ejected from restaurant, home, to produce folder for livestock, fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The drying process is efficiently performed, by utilizing heat recovered from condensed water as drying heat source. The heat energy required is reduced. The thermal efficiency is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for foodstuff scum drying apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of drying apparatus.
NOVELTY - Deodorant comprises offensive odor component-oxidizing bacteria, cultivated and fixed on granular active carbon which is adsorbed with nutrients.    USE - For deodorizing malodorous gas, e.g. in human waste treatment, sewage treatment and organic waste fermentation process.    ADVANTAGE - The deodorant enables complete removal of a high concentration of offensive odor components, such as ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, methyl sulfide, methyl disulfide, methyl mercaptan, propionic acid, isobutanol and valeric acid. The method reduces installation cost and process cost, and hence can be used as a synthetic deodorizing technique.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of deodorizing odorous gas, by passing the gas through deodorant-filled layer (11) and removing the offensive odor component using the oxidation bacteria (OB).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above deodorizing apparatus.    deodorizing tower (1,2)    air blower (3)    deodorant filled layer (11,21)    odor gas (a)    deodorizing gas (b)    pure water (c)
NOVELTY - A pair of intermediate screw apparatus (3) is arranged horizontally in the intermediate height of the fermentation tank (1) to divide the tank into upper and lower chambers (21,22). An ejection screw (4) is provided to the bottom of lower chamber to eject the sediment out of the tank. A scraper launcher (15) for feeding raw material and an exhaust port (14), are provided at top of the upper chamber.    USE - The fermentation tank is useful for composting organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - The tank reduces installation area and improves effective utilization of land with complete composting of organic waste. In particular it suits large scale fermentation by collecting organic wastes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The pair of intermediate screw apparatus supplies the raw material from upper chamber to lower chamber. The ejection screw is positioned in the ejection chamber (6) for removing sediment after fermentation and ejecting it out of the tank. The exhaust port exits the air passing through the inside of the fermentation deposit. The intermediate screw is provided with screw shaft and blade, such that the upper sediment is engulfed between a pair of screw shafts, by opposite direction of the shafts. The sediment is moved to center direction from both ends of the shaft, when the shaft is rotated by setting different direction of screw blade.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the principal longitudinal sectional view of fermentation tank.    fermentation tank (1)    intermediate screw apparatus (3)    ejection screw (4)    ejection chamber (6)    exhaust port (14)    scraper launcher (15)    upper and lower chambers (21,22)
NOVELTY - Carrier units with attached nitrifying or denitrifying bacteria are attached to a belt driven by a feed drive unit, and are moved between purification tanks and high density bacterial culture tanks.    USE - Waste water purifier (claimed), e.g. for domestic sewage.    ADVANTAGE - The maintenance of high densities of nitrifying and/or denitrifying bacteria is simplified, and the efficiency with which nitrogen compounds are converted into nitrogen is improved.
NOVELTY - Organic matter processing apparatus with an improved deodorizing system has the motor and fan (68) of the deodorizing apparatus (60) arranged at the deodorizing side of the heater (30) near the processing chamber (1). The shielding board (69) is arranged in the exhaust path to guide the exhaust gas to the blades of the fan.    USE - For processing organic substances such as organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The durability of the fan is improved. Heat from the deodorizing apparatus can be used to heat the processing chamber. The exhaust air is of higher quality.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the longitudinal cross sectional view of the organic substance processing apparatus.    processing chamber (1)    heater (30)    deodorizing apparatus (60)    fan (68)    shielding board (69)
NOVELTY - Mass measurement unit for organic refuse disposal apparatus, comprising a load cell (35) between an upper frame (11) and a lower frame (34), is new. An organic refuse disposer (1) is mounted on the upper frame.    USE - For mass measurement of organic refuse disposer (claimed) which treats organic refuse generated in homes, restaurants, food processing company.    ADVANTAGE - Improves maintenance serviceability. Reduces initial-investment expense.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic refuse disposer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the structure of an organic refuse disposer.    Organic refuse disposer (1)    Upper frame (11)    Lower frame (34)    Load cell (35)
NOVELTY - Use of grass fern plant, comprises planting grass fern in playground or park by forming a layer on the soil improvement material after flattening the soil improvement material. The grass fern does not mix with the soil improvement materials.    USE - For planting grass fern in play ground and park.    ADVANTAGE - The putrefactive bark is not decomposed for years on natural conditions and shows a high gaseous phase rate. Hence the root swelling of the grass is increased. Since the play ground having cushioning properties, injury and low back pain to the children is prevented. The putrefactive bark possess natural sterilization activity and has an excellent thermal insulation property on natural conditions. The recyclization of construction process prevents the addition of fertile soil to the ground and thereby natural destruction is prevented. The method enables to construct grass fern in playgrounds at economically.
NOVELTY - A selection method of microorganism capable of decomposing organophosphorus compound, involves cultivating sludge in presence of organophosphorus compound, cultivating microorganism contained in culture in presence of organophosphorus compound and selecting the cultivated microorganism.    USE - For selecting microorganism capable of decomposing organophosphorus compound, used in activated sludge for waste water treatment (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - By cultivating sludge in presence of organophosphorus compound, microorganism with excellent organophosphorus decomposing ability is obtained. Activated sludge containing the microorganism is obtained and required amount of sludge can be supplied stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) microorganism having decomposing ability of organophosphorus compound in an activated sludge;    (2) preparation of activated sludge which involves adding selected microorganism to the sludge; and    (3) processing method of organophosphorus compound contained in water which involves contacting microorganism or processed material of microorganism with water and decomposing the organophosphorus compound.
NOVELTY - System to give a controlled opening/closing action to the air hole of a rotating drum (1) has a plate forming a valve (12) which is moved between a closed position where it seals the air hole (18) and an open position, is new.    USE - The system is for opening/closing the air holes at the end of a rotating composting drum, to give the required ventilation for aeration to decompose the compost.    ADVANTAGE - The air holes are opened and closed by the rotation of the drum, in a controlled action, using a robust and trouble-free mechanism.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - System to give a controlled opening/closing action to the air hole of a rotating drum (1) has a plate forming a valve (12) which is moved between a closed position where it seals the air hole (18) and an open position. The plate movement is operated by a control unit against a concentric ramp around the drum exterior. The valve plate assembly (3) has a wheel (15) which rides against the ramp to move the valve plate into the open position through a shaft (13). Springs (19) bring the valve plate back into the closed position when the wheel leaves the ramp.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic section through the air hole valve assembly, with the valve plate in the closed position.    rotating drum (1)    valve plate assembly (3)    valve plate (12)    valve plate shaft (13)    wheel to ride against the external ramp (15)    air hole (18)    return springs (19)
NOVELTY - Separation of a gaseous mixture involves using a permeation membrane. The mixture, from a reaction unit, comprises mainly hydrogen and carbon monoxide and impurities, including water, carbon dioxide, methane, nitrogen and/or argon. A purification stage is upstream of the membrane, to reduce the contents of secondary constituents to less than 100 ppm molar.    USE - For producing a pre-mixture rich in H2 and CO , comprising 60 - 70% H2, 15 - 30% CO, 5 - 10% CO2 and 1 - 5% CH4. The treatment unit lowers the content of acid impurities, particularly CO2. The membrane unit separates the gaseous mixture into a predetermined H2 / CO ratio.    ADVANTAGE - The installation provides purification of the gaseous mixture before separation of the main components, to protect the permeation membranes and extend their performance time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the installation for use in the above process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a typical installation, as above    production and treatment section (1)    separation installation (2)    reaction unit (4)    treatment unit (6)    inlet for hydrocarbons (8)    inlet for water vapor (10)    outlet for surplus water vapor (12)    separation membrane (20A)    outlet for H2 (20B)    outlet for CO (20C)
NOVELTY - A combustion chamber (9) raises the temperature in a fuel generator (2) by burning feed-stock and the chamber has a carbon monoxide removal unit, while a gas pathway switching device (7) controls the flows in a fuel supply conduit (4) and in a bypass conduit (6). An exhaust conduit (5) returns unburned fuel gas to the combustion chamber and feed-stock is supplied to the exhaust conduit by a second bypass conduit (12).    USE - Generating electrical power using hydrogen generated from feed-stock.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the system    Fuel generator(4) Fuel supply conduit (2)    Exhaust conduits (5,12)    Bypass conduit (6)    Switching device (7)    Combustion chamber (9)
NOVELTY - A charge controller (12) converts output voltage of fuel cell (1) into voltage equal to charge voltage of secondary cell (11), and a discharge controller (13) converts secondary cell output voltage into a voltage equal to output voltage of the fuel cell.    USE - Power controller for power generation system (claimed) using fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Provides efficient power conversion by the charge and discharge controllers and also increases the efficiency of the secondary battery. Provides highly economical and reliable power generation system generating highly effective electric energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) power generation system; and    (2) power control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the electric power generation system.    fuel cell (1)    secondary cell (11)    charge controller (12)    discharge controller (13)
NOVELTY - The information processing device (100) has a replaceable fuel cell cartridge (132) including a fuel reservoir (142) and a memory (200) which is operably connected to a processor (126).    USE - For operating information processing devices such as personal digital assistant (PDA), notebook personal computer (PC), handheld PC, palm top PC.    ADVANTAGE - As the memory is operably connected to processor, the fuel consumption of the cartridge is effectively monitored, by receiving the marketing and maintenance information stored in the memory.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for information processing device operation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the information processing device.    information processing device (100)    processor (126)    fuel cell cartridge (132)    fuel reservoir (142)    memory (200)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell apparatus has a fuel reservoir and an information storage device such as non-volatile EEPROM memory. A link is configured to operably connect EEPROM memory to processor link of personal digital assistant.    USE - For providing electric power to notebook computer, personal digital assistant, palm top, handheld computer.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to store wide variety of data on EEPROM memory and to store marketing and maintenance information. Enables the maintenance information to be read and used for appropriate purpose during recycling of fuel cell apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic block diagram of the portable electronic device such as PDA.    function keys (104)    display (114)    speaker (116)    MIC (118)    modem (122)    port (124)    system control (126)    stack (128)    fuel cartridge (132)
NOVELTY - A horizontal reactor, comprising an agitator comprising a cradle inside the reactor, with a support to which bacteria in the effluent can adhere, is new. The support has a honeycomb structure. The cradle is immersed in the effluent, and reduces its oxygenation. It is connected to a drive that allows it to travel in a reciprocating movement.    USE - The reactor is useful as an anaerobic digester reactor, especially for methanization of liquid effluent (claimed).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A reactor (100), with a horizontal axis and for containing a liquid effluent (E) prior to conducting a chemical reaction, comprising an agitator comprising a cradle (210) inside the reactor, with a support to which bacteria in the effluent can adhere, is new. The support is parallelepiped in shape, and is made from stacked corrugated sheets giving a honeycomb structure, in a metal frame. The height of the cradle is such that it is immersed in the effluent, and reduces its oxygenation. The cradle is connected to a drive (250) in the form of a two-way power cylinder or rotating screw that allows it to travel in a reciprocating movement at a speed of 5 - 50 cm/sec in a volume equivalent to that occupied by the effluent. Moving through the effluent, the bacteria produce methane gas, carbon dioxide and a residual effluent that can be used as fertilizer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of the above reactor in side view.    Liquid effluent (E)    Reactor (100)    Cradle (210)    Drive (250)
NOVELTY - Determination of the concentration of hydrocarbons in water (14), especially methane, comprises separating the water to be tested and a reference substance (16) with a proton exchange membrane (PEM) (2), applying a fixed voltage (10) across the PEM and measuring the current flow (11).    USE - The measurements of hydrocarbon concentrations in water are used by marine geoscientists, by the off-shore oil exploration industries and in water management.    ADVANTAGE - The system gives a rapid response to changes in the concentration of hydrocarbons in water, especially methane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic section through the water testing assembly.    proton exchange membrane (2)    fixed voltage (10)    flow current (11)    water to be tested (14)    reference substance (16)
NOVELTY - A compost bin, comprising: (a) sidewalls (1) terminating at the top in a flat rim; and (b) a permanently attached hinged lid (2), where the lid rim opposite the hinge has a U-shaped detent and cross-member which pushes over a locking tab (4) and latch (3), which have a co-axial hole for a padlock, is new.    USE - The compost bin is used for composting.    ADVANTAGE - The locked lid prevents unauthorized deposits in the bin.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of the bin lid and rim lock fittings.    Bin sidewall (1)    Bin lid (2)    Latch (3)    U-formed detent (4)    Extension (5)    Hood (7)
NOVELTY - Direct flow shaft reactor comprises a vertical shaft body (10) for drying, heating and gasifying the material to be treated and having a feed opening (28) for introducing the material; a receiving body (20); a gas removing device (26) connected to the shaft body and/or the receiving body; and a gas feeding device (36) connected to the shaft body for introducing gas to the shaft and for drying the material.    USE - Used for melting and gasifying wood, household waste, bulky refuse, used fuels, dust, animal feed, plastic and industrial and commercial waste.    ADVANTAGE - The reactor is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Direct flow shaft reactor comprises a vertical shaft body (10) for drying, heating and gasifying the material to be treated and having a feed opening (28) for introducing the material; a receiving body (20) connected to the shaft body for receiving melted material; a gas removing device (26) connected to the shaft body and/or the receiving body; and a gas feeding device (36) connected to the shaft body for introducing gas to the shaft and for drying the material. Preferred Features: The gas feeding device and the gas removing device are connected together via a heat exchanger (56). The gas feeding device is connected to a heater (64). A sluice arrangement (12) is connected to the feed opening and has a sluice chamber. The gas feeding device is connected to the sluice chamber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side view of the reactor.    shaft body (10)    sluice arrangement (12)    receiving body (20)    gas removing device (26)    gas feeding device (36)    heat exchanger (56)    heater (64)
NOVELTY - The device doses oxygen generated by an electrochemical oxygen pump (4) with two current-conducting electrodes (7,8) and an electrolyte (6) between them. A medium containing oxygen is fed to the electrolyte near the cathode and a quantity of oxygen is fed in near the anode depending on the current set by the voltage applied to the electrodes.    USE - For dosing oxygen in a reactor for autothermal reformation of a mixture of compounds containing at least carbon and water (claimed), for dosing oxygen in a stage for selective oxidation of carbon monoxide in a gas generation system for fuel cell systems (claimed), for dosing oxygen in a cathode chamber of a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Overcomes certain disadvantages of conventional arrangements, enabling accurate dosing of oxygen at every load point and hence optimum fuel cell system efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive device    electrochemical oxygen pump (4)    current-conducting electrodes (7,8)    electrolyte (6)
NOVELTY - Reactor has a inflow region (2), a catalyst region (5), and an outflow region (3). A porous material (4) is arranged between the inflow region and the catalyst region and between the outflow region and the catalyst region.    USE - Used for a fuel cell arrangement in a gas producing system in vehicles (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reactor is compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: The inflow and outflow regions are formed as a hollow chamber in a porous material formed as a hollow porous plate. The porous material in the outflow region has a catalytic coating. The porous material is made from a ceramic or metallic material and has a honeycomb structure. The catalyst region contains short metal fibers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section through the reactor.    Inflow region (2)    Outflow region (3)    Porous material (4)    Catalyst region (5)
NOVELTY - In a fuel cell feed system element, the part in contact with the fed medium consists of a polyester molding composition.    USE - The fuel cell system is used, e.g., for driving a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel pipes for fuel cells are normally made from stainless steel, which makes them expensive. The present systems can be produced cost-effectively and are lighter in weight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system containing this element.
NOVELTY - Production of energy in a fuel cell system comprises introducing a hydrocarbon into the cracking reactor, endothermically cracking with exclusion of oxygen, removing the gas mixture, interrupting the feed and introducing water vapor, endothermically gasifying the obtained carbon with water vapor, introducing gas mixture into fuel cell and oxidizing the hydrogen in the fuel cell to recover heat and electrical energy.    USE - Used for producing energy.    ADVANTAGE - The energy utilization factor is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of energy in a fuel cell system consisting of a cracking reactor and a fuel cell comprises:    (a) introducing a hydrocarbon into the cracking reactor having a chamber with exclusion of oxygen;    (b) endothermically cracking the hydrocarbon in the reactor with exclusion of oxygen into carbon and a hydrogen-containing gas mixture and removing the gas mixture;    (c) interrupting the feed of the hydrocarbon into the reactor;    (d) introducing water vapor into the reactor;    (e) endothermically gasifying the carbon obtained in the cracking stage with water vapor to form a gas mixture containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen and re-using in the fuel cell system; and    (f) introducing the gas mixture obtained formed in the endothermic cracking stage into the fuel cell and oxidizing the hydrogen in the fuel cell to recover heat and electrical energy.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for carrying out the process.    Preferred Features: The cracking reactor has at least three chambers divided into at least two chamber groups. The hydrogen-containing gas mixture fed to the fuel cell is treated to lower its carbon monoxide content before being introduced into the fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a natural gas tank, a reformer and a fuel cell for generating electrical energy. Natural gas is converted into hydrogen in a reformer and the hydrogen is used to operate a fuel cell for generating electrical energy to drive an electric motor.    USE - Electrically driven vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Enables hydrogen generation from natural gas to be utilized and practically no exhaust gases are produced, resulting in an environmental benefit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a method of operating an electrically driven vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive vehicle    wheels (1)    electric motor (2)    fuel cell (3)    reformer (4)    natural gas tank (5)
NOVELTY - A process for reclaiming the waste acid liquid in the course of preparing methylenebutanedioic acid features that the waste acid liquid can be recorered and used in the starch saccharifying step or the fermenting step so to reduce the consumption of hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, phosphoric acid, or sulfuric acid used to regulate pH value and to decrease the discharged amount of waste acid liquid, and the methylenebutanedioic acid contained in the waste acid liquid can be recovered by 10-20%.
NOVELTY - An inoculating lactic ferment for silage is prepared from two kinds of dried living bacteria powder, cellulase, semi-cellulase, carbohydrate, manganese sulfate and diatomite through medium-temp. pressure-reduction drying and gelatin-starch dual-coating or freeze-drying. Its advantages are great number of living bacteria 90 billions CFU/g, long storage period, and high effect (increasing milk by 283 kg).
NOVELTY - The catalyst has Zn and Co carried on natural or artificially synthesized HZSM-5 molecular sieve, which has Si/Al ratio of 5-50, carried Co in 0.5-20 wt% and carried Zn in 0.1-20 wt%.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The Zn-Co/HZSM-5 catalyst is prepared via simultaneous soaking process and the soaking liquid is mixed solution of soluble Zn salt and Co salt. The present invention uses methane as reducing agent and adds cheap Zn to raise the catalytic activity of the catalyst.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a compound microbial bacterial preparation for treating sewage and its production method. It is mainly formed from photosynthetic bacterium, lactobacillus, actinomycetes and zymogenous filamentous bacteria. The said compound microbial bacteria are inoculated into the culture medium to make enrichment culture so as to obtain the invented compound microbial bacterial preparation for completely treating sewage, and its cost is low.
NOVELTY - Base material uses vinegar grains whose water content is about 70% as raw material, adds effective microorganism, chicken manure and flyash, and makes them implement heap fermentation after they are fully and uniformly stirred, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Base material uses vinegar grains whose water content is about 70% as raw material, adds effective microorganism, chicken manure and flyash, and makes them implement heap fermentation after they are fully and uniformly stirred, and covers it with water-proof heat-insulating material. When the heap center temp. is up to above 65 deg.C, the heap can be turned over once, then heap fermentation can be continuously made, and when the heap centre temp. is reduced and is approaching to environment temp., the fermentation is completed so as to obtain the invented base material for cultivating seedling and cultivation of plant. According to the requirement it can be further dried or pulverized.
NOVELTY - A thin rectangular parallelepiped box (2) has a fuel feed section (4) for feeding fuel in a tank (3) to a cell section (1) having several fuel cells (14), and openings (7) for feeding oxidant gas to the cell section. The tank, fuel feed section and cell section are arranged between two opposed short- side surfaces (83a,83b) of the box in one direction.    USE - Fuel battery for portable electric device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement provides a large-capacity, high-output , small-sized fuel battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the fuel battery.    cell section (1)    parallelepiped box (2)    tank (3)    fuel feed section (4)    opening (7)    fuel cell (14)    short-side surfaces (83a,83b)
NOVELTY - A water treatment device comprises a treatment unit (2) arranged in a main tank (1) comprising devices for biological, chemical, and physical water treatment, with water from the main tank being led by way of the treatment unit for treatment and back to the main tank.    USE - For use in farm installation for treating water that forms a growth environment for marine organisms, by placing a treatment unit in a main tank, where water is led by way of the treatment unit and back to the main tank for biological, chemical, and physical water treatment (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides a sufficient treatment/cleaning of the water so that it can be continuously re-circulated and form a closed loop, where one is not dependent on supply of external water. It avoids the problems associated with the installations within the prior art, provides installation in which water can be cleaned/treated in the water tank itself, and reduces the concentration of carbon monoxide to a level that is acceptable for the health and welfare of the fish. The water treatment unit is light, compact, reliable in operation, simple to maintain, cheap, and simple to fit in a main tank. It demands little space and can be used by personnel who only need to be given a short and simple introduction related to its use and operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective outline of a land-based farming installation.    Main tank (1)    Treatment unit (2)    Pipe (9)    Sieve (11)    Filter unit (12)
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel cell (1) that is supplied with a fuel and an oxidizing agent and generates electricity. A fuel circulating passage (6a, 6b) has a fuel pump (3) powered by an external source to circulate the fuel in a passage at a predetermined circulation rate. A controller controls fuel-forwarding device according to a transmitted output instruction value to regulate circulation rate.    USE - Used for circulating hydrogen fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The system maintains the amount of hydrogen circulating the system when an abrupt acceleration or deceleration instruction is provided to the fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram illustrating device configuration of a fuel circulating fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (1)    Fuel pump (3)    Fuel circulating passage. (6a, 6b)
NOVELTY - The system has a re-circulation loop for returning unreacted hydrogen to a fuel cell stack (12). A hermetically sealed assembly comprises a blower (116) portion for pressurizing hydrogen in the re-circulation loop. A source of make-up hydrogen is introduced in a motor (114) portion of the sealed assembly at a pressure greater than the pressure in the blower portion of the sealed assembly.    USE - Used as a power source for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing minimizes the leakage of anode gas into the motor portion. The make-up hydrogen stream extracts the heat generated by the motor and obviates the need for a heat exchanger. The noise that occurs during the operation of the motor and the blower is also reduced due to the sealing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of replenishing hydrogen in a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a fuel system employing a hermetically sealed hydrogen-purged motor and blower assembly.    Fuel cell stack (12)    Motor (114)    Blower. (116)
NOVELTY - A containment vessel (5) containing a pressurized oxygen free gas such as propane, nitrogen or helium, is connected to a pressure regulator (10) through a pressurized conduit (15) capable of transporting the gas. A demand regulator (20) and a fuel cell (25) connected to outflow valve (30) and outflow conduit (33), are connected through the pressurized conduit.    USE - Oxygen deficient fuel cell for use in aircraft for maintaining fuel tanks in inert atmosphere.    ADVANTAGE - The pressurized conduit connecting demand and pressure regulators enable reliable supply of oxygen-free gas to the fuel cell, thereby minimizing the potential for flame and explosion occurring within the aircraft fuel tank. Hence, operability is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of fuel cell connected to regulators.    containment vessel (5)    pressure regulator (10)    pressurized conduit (15)    demand regulator (20)    fuel cell (25)    outflow valve (30)    outflow conduit (33)
NOVELTY - A fluid reservoir (11) is positioned above the catalyst zone (15) in a vertical shell (12), so as to establish thermosiphon circulation effect, through the passage (24) formed between the vertical shell and an external jacket (28). An insulating layer (26) is provided on the vertical shell, within the flow passage, such that its thickness increases from the top towards bottom of the shell.    USE - For conversion of carbon monoxide and generation of steam used in fuel processor for generation of hydrogen used for fuel cell such as proton exchange membrane (MEM) fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitates the thermosiphon circulation and stabilizes the steam generation, as the reservoir is provided above the catalyst zone. The shift reactor with minimized thermal cycling, rapid steam generation and improved operating reactor safety is achieved. Reduces the cost of the reactor. Reduces the temperature fluctuation between the catalyst zone and flow passage, as insulating layer is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of thermosiphon shift reactor.    fluid reservoir (11)    shell (12)    catalyst zone (15)    inlets (18,27)    outlets (23,25)    flow passage (24)    insulating layer (26)    external jacket (28)
NOVELTY - Invention relates to process of utilization of mycelial waste in production of antibiotics and allows to eliminate residual antibiotic activity of waste. Processing product is in the solid state and doesn't subject for decaying. Decontamination of mycelial waste is carried out by composting and using the closed cycle. Compost formed in utilization of mineral waste with a carrier of compost microorganisms is used as biologically active supplement and sorbent of excessive moisture.    USE - Biotechnology, antibiotics.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced cost, simplified method.
NOVELTY - Poultry dung should be supplemented with organic loosening agents as wood saw-dust, cuttings and shavings followed by mixing and moisturizing up to 80- 90%. The obtained substrate is placed as storage piles at open areas and subjected to biothermal composting. Composting process is carried out at maximum temperature of 70 C by decreasing it up to minimal value of 25-30 C at the end of the process at constant loosening to enrich inferior layers with oxygen and remove gas. Ready-to-use substrate is put into trenches to occupy with red California worm of Esenia foetida type by putting it by bundles along the whole substrate's surface. Trenches should be covered with film. After processing all substrate's thickness to obtain biohumus and film removal one should remove upper dried layer and separation of the rest biohumus against worms with the help of traps as nettings. The rest ready-to-use biohumus should be sieved and dried up to 65% moisture value. The present innovat ion enables to obtain organic fertilizer out of poultry factories waste products.    USE - Agriculture, production of fertilizers.    ADVANTAGE - Higher efficiency of manufacturing.
NOVELTY - Method involves three four-month cycles of vermicultivation: first cycle lasting from April to July and involving vermicultivation in summer vermiridges covered with moisture maintaining straw and formed of winter peat-manure strips; second cycle lasting from August to November and involving forming vermiridges from preliminarily prepared substrate; placing straw in spaces between summer vermiridges; forming winter vermipiles, with straw laid in the form of enclosure being used as aerator and substrate unprocessed with worms being placed inside it. Substrate comprises biological wastes, for example manure fermented by semiliquid composting and packed peat, used as basic components. Upon setting-in of stable frosts, worms are caused (by plowing with fork) to migrate from summer vermiridges into winter vermipiles. Third cycle lasting from December to March involves providing extensive vermicultivation process in summer vermipiles without feeding and sampling. Method all ows worms and feeding element losses to be reduced and worm migration into surrounding landscapes to be decreased.    USE - Agriculture.    ADVANTAGE - Increased efficiency in reprocessing of peat, manure and other biological wastes into ecologically clean fertilizer- biohumus, increased economy and improved ecology controlling effect.
NOVELTY - A method for composting organic wastes is provided, which removes bad smell and produces good quality compost in a short time by mixing microbes, culture liquid and activated humic substances with organic wastes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The compost is produced by adding humus materials(microbes) and culture liquid to the composting process of organic wastes. The humus materials and culture liquid culturing microbes in a commensal relationship with the humus materials are obtained by pouring peroxyfulvic acid into a fermenter filled with rhyolite(or dacite) pumice and pelletized activated humic substances, and culturing at +250 to +400mV of oxidation reduction potential(ORP). The composting is processed by reacting organic wastes with bulking agents such as saw dust, rice hull and peat, soil improvers such as vermiculite, montmorillonite, phyllite and zeolite, and activated humic powder.
NOVELTY - Multiple bristle tubular elements (3) are provided to the oxidizing-agent gas flow path, such that its edges face downwards. The water produced due to electrochemical reaction at positive electrode side is dropped through the suspended end.    USE - E.g. nickel cadmium, nickel hydrogen, lithium ion batteries for electronic device e.g. mobile telephone, portable computer.    ADVANTAGE - Water produced due to electrochemical reactions is removed reliably, using fine bristle tubular element. Hence safety is ensured and corrosion of electrode is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective views of the liquid fuel cell.    bristle tubular elements (3)
NOVELTY - Several supporters (3) are provided to the oxidizing agent gas flow paths, which absorbs the water produced due to electrochemical reaction at a positive electrode side. The absorbed water is transpired from the supporter.    USE - E.g. direct methanol type fuel cell for electronic device e.g. mobile telephone, portable type computer.    ADVANTAGE - Water is removed easily using supporters, hence corrosion of electrode and earth leakage are prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective views of the fuel cells.    supporters (3)
NOVELTY - External circulation lines (24, 25) extract volatile gases generated from one side of a rotary carbonization kiln (10). Heat accumulators (22, 23) at the circulation lines heat the volatile gas and feed to a combustor (20). The combustor burns the volatile gases to re-feed combustion gas into the other side of the rotary kiln to promote the carbonization of waste material.    USE - Used for carbonization for bulk reduction and disposal of organic waste such as foodstuff waste, wood chips and paper for obtaining charcoal-like material.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal efficiency of the carbonization apparatus is improved. The recovery rate of carbonized material is increased, as the combustion of organic waste is carried out in an oxygen free atmosphere in the rotary kiln. Operation cost is reduced by reducing the fuel consumption of the kiln. The generation of toxic substances such as dioxins is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the carbonization organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the carbonization apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Rotary carbonization kiln (10)    Combustor (20)    Heat accumulators (22, 23)    External circulation lines (24, 25)
NOVELTY - A carbonization apparatus has an outside-heat-type rotary kiln carbonization furnace having an outside-heat room (2) in the outer side of the cylindrical furnace main-portion (1). A carbonization-gas combustion room (6) which carries out high-temperature combustion is integrally provided with the outside-heat room. Carbonization gas produced from the furnace main portion is recovered.    USE - Used for carbonizing waste materials, such as industrial waste, organic waste, timber, old tires and waste plastic.    ADVANTAGE - The carbonization apparatus prevents generation of harmful substances, such as dioxins. The carbonization process is carried out stably and uniformly, consuming less energy. The temperature of the outside-heat room is stabilized. The material injection portion is used as a double structure of a vertical lid. Material is stably supplied to the furnace of the rotary-kiln system at a constant rate. The apparatus has a simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the carbonization apparatus.    Furnace main-portion (1)    Outside-heat room (2)    Carbonization-gas combustion room (6)    Assay chamber (41)    Lower lid (43)
NOVELTY - Organic waste containing moisture is supplied to the rotating drum (6) of a heating chamber (5) which is heated by hot air. The temperature of the waste is increased and the waste is heated by maintaining the drum in the open state, through which organic waste is supplied and hot air passes through the drum. After closing the chamber, the waste is heated and carbonized.    USE - Used for carbonizing organic waste such as timber, paper and plastic.    ADVANTAGE - The process carbonizes the organic waste with high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a carbonization apparatus for organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a partial longitudinal cross-sectional view of a carbonization apparatus.    Heating chamber (5)    Rotating drum (6)
NOVELTY - The edge of a linear pipeline (11a) is inserted into a curved pipeline (11b) through a gap (13). A flexible coupling (14) joins the connected edges of pipelines. A flexible feed drive unit (12) having blades (12a) at equal intervals is continuously inserted into curved pipeline from the linear pipeline. The drive unit performs conveyance of the process material.    USE - Used for the heat treatment of incineration ashes from waste, sludge containing toxic substances and contamination soil.    ADVANTAGE - Because of the flexible coupling the process material is conveyed stably even if the pipelines are expanded by high temperature. Smooth conveyance of the process material is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Several linear pipelines arranged vertically or horizontally are connected to curved pipes at both ends. Each linear pipeline is surrounded by a heating jacket. Insertion openings and discharge port are connected to one side of a curved pipe attached with the drive source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the connected state of the pipelines. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Linear pipeline (11a)    Curved pipeline (11b)    Flexible feed drive unit (12)    Blades (12a)    Gap (13)    Flexible coupling (14)
NOVELTY - A purification tank (2) purifies a predetermined amount of polluted water by biological oxidation treatment process and supplies the purified water to a basin (3) provided with a predetermined growth base material (23). A pump supplies polluted water from obstructive water source to purification tank and restores the drain of basin back into the water source so as to circulate for reuse of water.    USE - For environmental learning of ecosystem such as growth of aqueous organisms e.g. aquatic plant, aquatic insect, etc., using artificial pond in play ground of school, an area in park, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Improves efficiency of environmental learning. Reduces maintenance cost and labor of biotope apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the biotope apparatus for environmental learning. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    purification tank (2)    basin (3)    growth base material (23)
NOVELTY - A denitrification method for organisms, involving providing raw water containing ammoniacal nitrogen as electron donor and nitrite nitrogen as electron acceptor, coexisting with growth promotion agent selected from hydroxylamine, hydrazine, divalent iron ion and methanol and propagating the autotrophic denitrification microorganisms, is new.    USE - For propagating the autotrophic denitrification microorganisms in waste water containing e.g. ammoniacal nitrogen, organic nitrogen, sewage, or human waste    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively propagates autotrophic denitrification microorganisms in a short period of time.
NOVELTY - A sludge return path (12) discharges the sludge which is precipitated in the bottom side of the tank (2) into the dreg collection bag (8), by the pump action. A fat and oil return path (11) is provided to discharge fat and oil which float on water, in the dreg collection bag by pump action.    USE - For treatment of waste water containing animal and vegetable oil from kitchen, from e.g. restaurant, hotel, hospital, school, daily dish store, supermarket, food processing factory or dining room.    ADVANTAGE - Due to the collection bag, accumulation of sludge in bottom of tank is decreased. Reduces the maintenance cost of waste water treatment apparatus, since sludge doesn't exist in the tank. Waste water is reliably purified.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The tank is divided into chambers (4a-4c) by the partition walls (3). The apparatus also has microorganisms injector (9) to add aerobic bacteria with respect to the waste water, air supply pump (10) to supply air into waste water so as to activate the aerobic bacteria. The dreg collection bag is detachedly provided with respect to the tank by the support (7).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the waste water treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    tank (2)    partition wall (3)    chambers (4a-4c)    support (7)    dreg collection bag (8)    microorganisms injector (9)    air supply pump (10)    fat and oil return path (11)    sludge return path (12)
NOVELTY - A pair of rotation shafts (12a,12b) are arranged in parallel at a predetermined space in a treatment tank, such that the stirring blades (13a,13b) of adjacent shafts are arranged, alternately. A protrusion (111) is provided in tank lower portion inner wall, to contact with the rotation tracing peripheral surface of the stirring blade.    USE - For processing organic refuse to manufacture compost.    ADVANTAGE - Fermentation of organic refuse is performed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The stirring blades in the tank rotate, so as to move the process target from the center to the tank bottom surface. A steam supply structure and deodorizing mechanism are attached to the treatment tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front elevation partial sectional view of the organic refuse processing apparatus.    rotation shafts (12a,12b)    stirring blades (13a,13b)    protrusion (111)
NOVELTY - A buzzer (27) for a gravimetry composting mechanism (26) which alert the operator when the amount of the organic refuse thrown in a treatment tank exceeds the normal amount, is new.    USE - For processing organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The buzzer prevents the operator throwing excess organic refuse into the treatment tank, therefore preventing environmental pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows organic refuse processing apparatus with a buzzer for alerting the operator when the amount of the organic refuse thrown in a treatment tank exceeds the normal amount.    Gravimetry mechanism (26)    Buzzer (27)
NOVELTY - The air bubble generated on the liquid surface in the treatment tank is guided upward through the inner vertical pipe (21) and liquefied by rotating the blade (22) which is arranged covering the opening at the top-end surface of the inner pipe. Dispersion board (27) is arranged at a predetermined height above the liquid surface to splash air to defoam air bubble.    USE - For processing livestock excrements in fermentation processing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Defoaming of the air bubble is performed effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the cellular process mechanism which includes defoaming space (2) formed above the liquid surface in treatment tank. A spiral blade (26) is arranged near the lower end of the outer pipe (20). The upper face of the dispersion board (27) is made into the shape of flat cone.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of the treatment tank. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    defoaming space (2)    outer pipe (20)    vertical pipe (21)    blades (22,26)    dispersion board (27)
NOVELTY - An organic waste processing apparatus has a fermentation treatment tank (2) having an insertion opening (1), and a stirring shaft (7) having stirring arms. The forward/reverse rotation of the stirring shaft is performed for predetermined time. The direction of the helix of stirring arm on the inner side of the stirring arms, is reverse direction to the helix direction of stirring arms on both sides.    USE - For stirring, fermentation and drying of organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - Even when the organic waste contains more water moisture content, the formation of sludge in the organic waste processing apparatus is prevented. The organic waste processing apparatus is economical, compact and light weight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic waste processing apparatus has a fermentation treatment tank having an insertion opening through which organic waste is added, and a stirring shaft having stirring arms arranged spirally. The forward/reverse rotation of the stirring shaft is performed for a predetermined time. The organic waste processing apparatus performs stirring, fermentation and drying process and ejects compost. The direction of the helix of stirring arm on the inner side of the stirring arms, is reverse direction to the helix direction of stirring arm on both sides.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front elevation showing the structure of the stirring and conveyor of the organic waste processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    insertion opening (1)    fermentation treatment tank (2)    fermenter (2a)    dry tank (2b)    stirring shaft (7)    partition (8)    discharge port (9)
NOVELTY - A novel aerobic bacterium (I) Bacillus sp. B-3 (FERM BP-7509) has lipase activity.    USE - (I) is useful for treating fats and oils containing waste water ejected from food industries, oil refineries, fried food confectionery works, cake manufacturing industries, marine product processing plant, cannery, restaurants, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The novel high temperature resistant aerobic microbes effectively processes fat and oil containing waste water, stably at aerobic conditions, without solidifying the fats and oils. The microbes which lowers biological oxygen demand stabilizes processing of waste water. The apparatus for processing fat and oil containing organic waste is simple, eco-friendly and economically disposes sludge.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) an aerobic bacterium Ralstonia pickettii B-4 (FERM BP-7510) having lipase activity; and    (2) an apparatus for treating oil and fat containing waste water, which comprises a pipe/inlet (1a) for introducing fat and oil containing waste water, a lipolysis/fat splitting tank (4) for contacting the waste water with aerobic bacterium such as Bacillus sp. B-3 and/or Ralstonia pickettii B-4, and an aerator (8) for supplying aeration to the lipolysis/fat splitting tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fat and oil containing waste water treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    pipe/inlet (1a)    filter medium (2)    lipolysis/fat splitting tank (4)    aerator (8)
NOVELTY - A Kluyveromyces sp. Y-1 (acceptance number: FERM BP-7507) which forms an ascospore, and a Geotrichum capitatum Y-2 (acceptance number: FERM BP-7508) which forms a hypha, is new.    USE - The novel microbes are useful in waste-water treatment in foodstuffs associated business places such as oil refinery, daily-dish works, fried-food confectionery works, a cake manufacturing plant, a sausage manufacturing plant, a cannery, a marine product processing plant, and a dining room or restaurant. The method is carried out using the waste-water treatment apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an organic waste-water-treatment apparatus, comprising a raw-water introduction unit to introduce an organic waste water, a bioreaction tank in which the above bacterias and the organic waste water are made to contact, and an aeration unit which carries out aeration of the inside of the tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure demonstrates an organic waste-water treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Lipolysis splitting unit (6)
NOVELTY - Fermentation processing apparatus for organic waste, comprising upper and lower air supply pipes (3,4) each having multiple openings (38,48), which supply circulation air from a lower air supply into a fermenter (6), during primary and secondary rotation positions of the fermenter, respectively, is new.    USE - The apparatus is useful for fermentation processing of organic waste such as industrial waste, dewatered sludges produced from sewage, human waste, industrial waste water, garbage from houses, food residue, agricultural waste, coffee dregs, gelatin dregs, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The fermentation process is carried out effectively and efficiently, by an arc circulation arrangement. Compost of good quality is obtained and the structure of the processing apparatus is simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a vertical side view of fermentation processing apparatus of organic waste.    Air supply pipes (3,4)    Fermenter (6)    Sealing units (23,24)    Openings (38,48)    Intake hole (51)    Discharge hole (52)    Condenser (55)    Fresh air intake (56)    Exhaust passage (59)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen manufacturing unit (1) has reaction containers (2,20) and pump (12). Clostridium (microorganism) is supplied to container (2) while supplying the organic material, vacuum is drawn by the pump, and hydrogen is produced. While supplying the remaining organic material into container (20), microorganisms are supplied to decompose the organic material into water and carbon dioxide.    USE - To produce hydrogen from organic material.    ADVANTAGE - The organic material is effectively decomposed by the microorganisms after generating hydrogen. Hydrogen is generated economically and easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a hydrogen manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the above hydrogen manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (1)    Reaction containers (2,20)    Stirrers (7,24)    Pump (12)
NOVELTY - Inner air supply paths (12,13) on upstream and downstream sides of a cylinder (4) along longitudinal direction supply heating air of high and low temperatures simultaneously through air introduction pipes (14,15).    USE - As rotary kiln dryer, for organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - Organic refuse is dried efficiently in short time, since heating of organic refuse is carried out uniformly due to air supply paths. The rate of drying is increased, and prevents ignition of waste material because of the crushing and stirring device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Several louvers (41) at preset intervals are provided in the inner peripheral wall of the cylinder on the upstream and downstream sides. Inner crushing or stirring device is near the upstream side of the cylinder. The louvers are coated with fluororesin layers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the above organic refuse dryer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Cylinder (4)    Inner air supply paths (12,13)    Air introduction pipes (14,15)    Louvers (41)
NOVELTY - A sensor detects the moisture content of organic refuse stored in the treatment tank. An adjustment unit adjusts the amount of water supply to the treatment tank based on the output of sensor.    USE - The refuse disposer is useful in e.g. homes, restaurants, food-processing-sector companies.    ADVANTAGE - The garbage disposal and deodorizing efficiencies in the treatment tank are improved, since the moisture content is controlled with respect to an environment favorable for micro organisms.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) moisture content control method; and    (2) moisture content control program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart of the water sprinkling control process of the organic refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A process drum stirs organic refuse provided through an insertion opening. A control unit maintains the temperature of a heater corresponding to the blend of basic material and added refuse. The temperature at several places are measured by a thermosensor in the drum. The completion of decomposition is judged based on temperature distribution pattern of calculated temperature difference between the heating portions.    USE - Organic refuse processing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - An exact control can be performed on judging advancement of decomposition treating by pattern of temperature distribution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic refuse processing apparatus.
NOVELTY - A slurry is prepared by mixing foodstuff waste material fed from a feeder (1) and the organic sludge in a slurry tank (2), after returning supernatant liquid to the sewage works (Y) through a return line (5). The slurry is introduced to a grinder (61) and to a bioreactor (6), for producing biogas. A co-generator (Z) generates electricity by using biogas as fuel and the slurry is dried using the exhaust of co-generator.    USE - The method and apparatus are useful for recycling foodstuff waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method avoids the need for drainage treatment apparatus, therefore reducing the processing cost and improving recycling efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for foodstuff waste material recycling system which uses a desulfurizer and gas holder (8) for storing the biogas generated by the bioreactor (6) from the introduced slurry of the foodstuff waste material and the organic sludge from the sewage works (Y). The sludge produced by the bioreactor, is returned to dehydrator of the sewage works through a return line (7). A gas engine (10) or gas micro-turbine uses the biogas as fuel for electricity generation. A power transmitter (12) transmits the generated electricity to the distribution point. A sludge dryer (11) installed by the side of the co-generator, receives the dehydrated cake from the dehydrator and reduces bulk of the cake by using exhaust heat from the gas micro-turbine, gas engine or fuel cell of the co-generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the foodstuff waste material processing. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Feeder (1)    Slurry tank (2)    Return lines (5,7)    Bioreactor (6)    Gas holder (8)    Gas engine (10)    Sludge dryer (11)    Power transmitter (12)    Grinder (61)    Sewage works (Y)    Co-generator (Z)
NOVELTY - The excrement decomposing apparatus (4) has a stirrer. The excrement is disassembled and vaporized by rotating cultivated heat resistant soil cultured bacteria such as saw dust with power using the stirrer and recycling the dreg as organic fertilizer.    USE - For decomposing excrements.    ADVANTAGE - The dreg is recycled effectively as an organic fertilizer and there is no need for regular drainage facility. The bad smell generated during deodorization is effectively removed along with the flue.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of excrement decomposing apparatus.    Deodorizer (2)    Excrement decomposing apparatus (4)    Lid (5)    Pilot lamp (6)
NOVELTY - A solid gas generation apparatus (10) includes a housing (30) with a heating pipe (37) and a cooling pipe (35). A solid gas generation unit (20) has an inlet pipe for inserting liquefied gas. The generation unit and the housing are provided with drive shafts (27,38) respectively.    USE - For generating solid gases such as solid hydrogen, solid methane, solid carbon dioxide and solid rare gas, e.g. for elementary particle generator.    ADVANTAGE - Solid gas is generated easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of solid gas generation apparatus.    solid generation apparatus (10)    solid gas generation unit (20)    drive axes (27,28)    housing (30)    cooling pipe (35)    heating pipe (37)
NOVELTY - Exhaust gas from an evaporator (6) is supplied to a combustor (5) through ejectors (13,25). A portion of heat quantity of the exhaust gas on the downstream of the evaporator, is re-supplied to the evaporator through the combustor.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces power consumption of the compressor and reduces noise of the compressor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of fuel cell system. (Drawing including non-English language text).    combustor (5)    evaporator (6)    ejectors (13,25)
NOVELTY - Providing a fuel-providing unit for chemical transformation and energy conversion of the fuel with a fuel pressure reservoir for storing the pressurized fuel.    USE - The invention is used for providing hydrogen-containing fuel to fuel-cell unit and/or combustion apparatus, in particular a combustion engine, as the fuel energy converter for chemical transformation and energy conversion of fuel (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention increases efficiency of fuel energy converter. Conversion of pressure energy into mechanical energy can be achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel-providing unit for providing hydrogen-containing fuel of fuel energy converter for chemical transformation and energy conversion of fuel, includes separate pressure energy-utilizing unit (4, 8, 9) for converting and utilizing pressure energy of the fuel.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) fuel-cell installation comprising fuel-providing unit, fuel pressure reservoir (2), and fuel-cell unit (1) as fuel-cell energy converter; and    (b) combustion installation or vehicle comprising fuel-providing unit, fuel pressure reservoir, and combustion apparatus, particularly combustion engine as fuel energy converter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic block diagram of a fuel-providing unit with a fuel cell.    Fuel-cell unit (1)    Pressure reservoir (2)    Pressure energy-utilizing unit (4, 8, 9)    Coupling device (10, 11)
NOVELTY - A reformer (1) which supplies gas to a fuel cell receives a supply mixture (M) of water, fuel and air and produces a reformed gas (R). The mixture and reformed gas flow in opposite directions through thermal exchangers (2,4,6,8), stages of gas/water reaction (3,5) which eliminate carbon monoxide and other impurities, a selective oxidation stage (7) and a burner (9)    USE - To supply gas to fuel cell from reformer    ADVANTAGE - The amount of energy required to heat a mixture of water, fuel and air supplied to a reformer is reduced by using the heat in the reformed gas in contra-flow heat exchangers, gas/water reaction stages and a selective oxidation stage    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for: A method for heating a mixture supplied to a reformer by using the reformed gas in contra-flow thermal exchangers and gas /water reaction stages    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the contra-flow heat exchangers, gas/water reaction stages and a selective oxidation stage    Reformer (1)    Thermal exchangers (2,4,6,8)    Gas /water reaction stages (3,5)    Oxidation stage (7)    Burner (9)    Supply mixture (M)    Reformed gas (R)
NOVELTY - Catalytic autothermal steam reforming of at least 2C alcohols, comprises directing an educt mixture of the alcohols, oxygen and water or steam, which is heated to a preheat temperature, over a catalyst. The process is conducted in an adiabatic manner. The catalyst comprises a coating of a platinum group metal-containing catalyst composition on an oxidic support, with both on a carrier.    USE - Catalytic autothermal steam reforming of at least 2C alcohols (claimed), for the production of hydrogen, especially in a vehicle powered by fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The process allows the simultaneous reforming of alcohols and hydrocarbons, and has very high hydrogen productivity, hence may be used in mobile systems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The oxidic support comprises aluminum oxide, silicon dioxide and/or titanium dioxide and zeolites. The educt mixture additionally comprises hydrocarbons, which are reformed at the same time as the alcohols.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell is coupled by a cooling circuit connected to a radiator and water from a water collecting unit is guided to a nozzle for spraying onto the radiator to enhance its cooling efficiency. Water is taken from the collecting unit when the water level in it is high, I.e. when more water is available in the fuel cell exhaust than can be collected in the collecting unit.    USE - Operating vehicle fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Recycles water from exhaust of fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of operating a fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The outlet (1a) of the cartridge is constructed to be opened by a device (2b) in the fuel cartridge mounting (2).    USE - A fuel supply cartridge for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Conventional accumulators are readily exchanged and recharged, whereas fuel cells require a continuous fuel supply which is more difficult to connect and maintain. The new cartridge offers a more convenient, trouble-free method of supplying fuel cells. It can be used to fill a fuel tank for the fuel cells, or connected to them for direct supply. Cartridge replacement is a simple manual operation, at least as rapid as accumulator replacement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A schematic side view shows stages of connection.    outlet (1a)    fuel cell mounting (2)
NOVELTY - The system has an arrangement (1) for producing hydrogen with a reformer (2) and several gas cleaning stages (3). A gas burner (5) with an exhaust gas feed (4) heats the reformer. A polymer electrolyte membrane or PEM fuel cell (6) has connections (7, 8) for feeding in oxygen and the hydrogen produced by the arrangement. The exhaust gas feed of the gas burner is connected to the oxygen feed connection of the fuel cell.    USE - For generating electrical energy from chemical reactions.    ADVANTAGE - Simplified supply of moisture to cathode air and increased overall efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a method of operating an inventive system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive system    arrangement for producing hydrogen (1)    reformer (2)    gas cleaning stages (3)    gas burner (5)    exhaust gas feed (4)    PEM fuel cell (6)    connections for feeding in oxygen and hydrogen (7,8)
NOVELTY - The drive unit has a fuel cell power source (1) which is connected to an electric machine (2), to exhibit the electric and mechanical power outputs (5,6). A manifold assembly (3) which is connected to the electric machine, has a manifold layer with several passages to conduct fluid stream to and from the fuel cell power source.    USE - For vehicle, electrical generator, pump, compressor, fan, drill, excavation and mining equipment, crane, tractor, forklift and gardening equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The manifold assembly reduces the weight of the drive unit and provides easy drive unit assembly, thereby providing improved drive unit with high efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the integrated drive unit.    fuel cell power source (1)    electric machine (2)    manifold assembly (3)    electric power output (5)    mechanical power output (6)
NOVELTY - Liquefaction of CO2 by condensation following compression using CO2, is new.    USE - The method is useful for liquefying CO2 from other processes, especially brewing. Examples of sources are fermentation processes, waste gases from energy conversion (generation) processes, chemical processes or natural sources, in which the volumetric content of CO2 is high.    ADVANTAGE - This method permits liquefaction, even for smaller proportions of carbon dioxide. The proportion of CO2 in the contaminant gasses blown off is kept small, resulting in greater product CO2 yield than previously achievable. The CO2 COP (coefficient of performance) is greater at the lower temperatures employed, with a correspondingly-high volumetric cooling potential. Reduction in condensation temperature and increase in condensation pressure increases yield at constant feedstock purity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Volatiles and water vapor are removed from the feed stream by filtration (4, 5) following compression, before CO2 liquefaction. Non-condensibles are blown-off. Condensation to liquid preferably takes place at -20 degrees Centigrade to -55 degrees Centigrade, preferably low in this range. Condensation pressure is preferably 19-20 bar. The gas stream has a CO2 volumetric proportion of 70%-100%. At high system pressures and low condensation temperatures, the mass balance at the condenser (6) is characterized by a higher proportion of liquid CO2 and reduction in CO2 blown off from the plant. The pressure difference between product CO2 and coolant CO2 is less than 1 bar, this applying when there is little contamination in the CO2 feed stream. Should leakage take place in the condenser, product CO2 flows into coolant CO2, in accordance with the pressure difference.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A schematic diagram of the production plant is presented..(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Volatiles- and water vapor filtration stages (4, 5)    Condenser (6)
NOVELTY - The bipolar plate (1), for a fuel cell packet, has two electrically linked outer surfaces (3a,3b) for electrical contacts, and channels (10b) for the inflow and outflow of gases and/or fluids between the outer surfaces of the neighboring cells. The bipolar plate has an open frame (7) in the center zone, and a central inner section (3). An elastic coupling (8) is between the frame and the inner section. The inner section is of metal, graphite or a graphite composition, or a conductive plastics. The frame can be of an elastomer material.    USE - The assembly is an arrangement of polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells, over each other and separated by bipolar plates for the electrical connection between the electrodes and the series electrical connection to neighboring cells. They provide the supply of reaction gases and give the escape channels for the water byproducts. They also carry off generated heat, and give the external seals for the gas and cooling chambers.    ADVANTAGE - The bipolar plate is inexpensive, meeting the stringent requirements for sealing and an even applied pressure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic section through the bipolar plate.    bipolar plate (1)    plate center section (3)    plate outer surfaces (3a,3b)    frame (7)    elastic coupling (8)    flow channel (10b)
NOVELTY - The PEM (Polymer Electrolyte Membrane) fuel cell (1) has moistened air delivered to the cathode (8) by a compressor (14) driven by a motor (43). Water is sprayed in via nozzles (20). A turbine (15) receives hot gases from a burner (16) and helps to drive the compressor.    USE - Inlet air moistening system for fuel cell used in road vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Efficient operation of fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Raw fuel is heated (5) reformed and then cooled before passing to the anode chamber (2). Used gas from the anode passes to a burner (4) to heat the incoming raw fuel. Cooling water passes through heat exchanger coils (17) in the fuel cell and water from both sides may be mixed and passed to a heat exchanger (19). The water passes an aftercooler (19.1) and a pump (18) returns it to the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagram of the fuel cell system.    PEM fuel cell (1)    Anode chamber (2)    Burner (4)    Fuel heater (5)    Fuel reformer (6)    Fuel cooler (7)    Cathode chamber (8)    Compressor (14)    Turbine (15)    Burner (16)    Heat exchanger cooling coils (17)    Water pump (18)    Heat exchanger (19)    Aftercooler (19.1)    Water spray nozzles (20)    Electric motor (43)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel cell exhaust gas water recovery device (12) with a fuel cell exhaust gas heat exchanger (14) for achieving heat transfer between two fuel cell exhaust gas flows (16,18) at different temperatures and a second fuel cell exhaust gas heat exchanger (20) for heat transfer between a fuel cell exhaust gas flow and a coolant (24).    USE - Especially for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - More efficient and effective water recovery from exhaust gases.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive system    fuel cell exhaust gas water recovery device (12)    fuel cell exhaust gas heat exchangers (14,20)    fuel cell exhaust gas flows (16,18)    coolant (24)
NOVELTY - The arrangement (1) has an approximately U-shaped frame element and a housing element. At least one component of the system (2) is mounted on the frame element to form a closed shape with the frame element, which has attachment elements for mounting it on the vehicle, and the housing element has at least two reversibly connected housing parts (4,5).    USE - For accommodating components of gas generation system for a fuel cell system in a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Very good holding and isolation of the gas generation system with very good accessibility.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional representation of a housing element for an inventive arrangement    arrangement for accommodating components of gas generation system (1)    gas generation system (2)    housing parts (4,5)    connecting elements (8)
NOVELTY - An agent used in the disposal of non-metallic waste is a combination of microorganisms, especially two or more of lactobacillus bifidus, Azotobacter, zymogens, methanogens or Actinomycetes.    USE - The agent can be used to treat organic (eg plastics-containing) waste and the claimed use of the resulting microbiologically-purified and germ-free water is in agricultural fertilizing and watering, especially mixed with fluidizable fertilizers.    ADVANTAGE - The agent converts solid waste to a water-soluble product which, on account of further sterilizing treatment, gives a useful final product.
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses the preparation process of one kind of nickel-base catalyst and the catalyst is used in the partial oxidation of methane to synthesize gas.    ADVANTAGE - Compared with traditional catalyst prepared through soaking process, the present invention has ever smaller size, ever large specific surface area, higher reaction activity, carbon deposition resistance and high temperature stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalyst is prepared through mixing the solution comprising the mixing of water solution of nickel nitrate, the solution comprising normal octane, polyoxyethylene 9-10 octyl benzyl ether and normal hexanol and isopropanol aluminum or tetraethyl meta-silicate; stirring in 20-60 degreesC sucking filtering, washing, drying and roasting.
NOVELTY - Mixed matrix gas separation membrane comprises particles of chabazite type molecular sieve dispersed in a continuous phase consisting of a polymer.    USE - The mixed matrix gas separation membrane is used for separating at least one component gas from a mixture (claimed). It is particularly used for separating oxygen, carbon dioxide, or helium from nitrogen or methane.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive mixed matrix gas separation membrane provides a combination of higher flux and selectivity than has been attainable in convention membranes, and maintains that high flux and selectivity after exposure to gas mixtures containing water vapor. The molecular sieve can be bonded to the continuous phase polymer. The bond provides better adhesion and an interface free of gaps between the molecular sieve particles and the polymer. Absence of gaps at the interface prevents mobile species migrating through the membrane from bypassing the molecular sieve or the polymer, thus ensuring maximum selectivity and consistent performance among different samples of the same molecular sieve/polymer composition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for separating at least one component gas from a mixture comprising the component gas, which comprises providing a mixed matrix gas separation membrane, contacting the mixture on one side of the membrane to cause the component gas to permeate the membrane, and removing from the opposite side of the membrane a permeate gas composition comprising a portion of the component gas which permeated the membrane.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (1) in the electric vehicle is used as the heat source for the boiler (2) of the absorbtion refrigerating machine. Rich refrigerating fluid enters the boiler from the absorber (6) and vapours are produced which are used for cabin heating (10,11) before returning to the absorber through a pressure reducing valve (12) and evaporators (13-17) which cool equipment such as the electric propulsion motor, cabin and electronic control components    USE - To cool fuel cell or reformer on electric vehicle    ADVANTAGE - The absorption refrigerator cooling system only requires a small energy consumption and produces little noise. The maintenance requirement is low and the vehicle cabin may be heated or cooled    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows absorption type cooling system    Fuel cell (1)    Boiler (2)    Absorber (6)    Cabin heating (10,11)    Pressure reducing valve (12)    Evaporators for cooling equipment (13-17)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell includes a cell formation plate and a gas separator plate which include a central hole and several peripheral holes. A gas reaction passage is formed along the outer periphery of the gas separator plate.    USE - Solid oxide fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Uniform distribution of air is enabled, hence thermal cycle resistance is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the solid oxide fuel cell.
NOVELTY - Apparatus for treating biogenic residues within a chamber (3) containing heap turner (6) equipped with a rotor (7) and conveyed by running gear (5) comprising an external hydraulic system (17) for driving the rotor, is new.    USE - The apparatus is especially useful for making compost.    ADVANTAGE - The external hydraulic drive allows the use of electrical units in the aggressive atmosphere inside the chamber to be largely avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the apparatus with the heap turner in operation.    Chamber (3)    Running gear (5)    Heap turner (6)    Rotor (7)    Hydraulic system (17)
NOVELTY - The cell has an electrode assembly (3) with an electrode disposed at sides of an electrolyte, is sandwiched in thickness direction by a separator (4A) having reaction gas and cooling medium communication ports (19, 20) connecting the reaction port to the flow passage. The gas sealing unit (6A) disposed on peripheral of the assembly, seals a reaction gas flow passage between the assembly and the separator.    USE - Used for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing units between the separators and the membrane electrode assemblies forming the fuel cell seals the flow passages with high reliability that allows the thickness of the electrode to be reduced, thereby makes the cell smaller and lighter.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The reaction gas and cooling medium communication ports of the separators penetrates and detours a sealing unit in the thickness direction .The portion of the separator with gas sealing unit and cooling surface sealing membrane disposed with offset to each other in the stacking direction is supported by a supporting unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view showing a state in which sealing unit and support unit on separator forming the fuel cell.    Electrode assembly (3)    Separator (4A)    Gas sealing unit (6A)    Reaction gas and cooling medium communication ports. (19, 20)
NOVELTY - The procedure involves disconnecting a load from a cell, and halting the flow of organic fuel from the source to a fuel processing system. The components of the fuel processing system such as shift converter (130) are purged of residual hydrogen by flowing air through them in series. The reformer (120) of residual hydrogen is then purged by flowing air through the reformer.    USE - Used for shutting down fuel cell in fuel processing system.    ADVANTAGE - The shut-down procedure maintains the correct reactant ratios during the purge process and hence ensures elimination of undesirable reactions, such as carbon formation. The method minimizes performance degradation of fuel processing system catalysts and electrode catalysts, and prevents hazardous material formation during both start-up and shut-down process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an example of a fuel cell system shut-down by shut-down procedure.    Reformer (120)    Shift converter. (130)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell comprises a single cell internal gas passage in which reactive gas flows through a single cell of the fuel cell. A switching device switches a flow direction of gas in the passage from one direction to the other. A flow controller (50) changes the flow direction of the gas in the passage based on an operational state of the fuel cell by controlling the switching device.    USE - Used for generating power.    ADVANTAGE - The flow controller permits control of temperatures of gas and coolant to optimize cell moisture distribution. The fuel cell efficiently removes the unwanted substance such as water in a gas passage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of controlling a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram illustrating components of the fuel cell.    Flow controller. (50)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a gas diffusion layer (30) located in a mold. A seal material is flowed into the mold (10) through the perimeter (36) of the gas diffusion layer that is generally shaped as a flat plate. A gasket (38) is located in the entire perimeter of the diffusion layer and is molded integrally to the diffusion layer.    USE - Used in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The gasket can be molded to various desired shape to ensure a good seal material that not only seals hydrogen, oxygen and water but also the temperature changes due to the heat that is given off during fuel cell operation. The electrode layer is electrically insulated from each other that prevent electrical shock.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of forming a fuel cell assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic, sectional view of a mold containing a gas diffusion layer.    Mold (10)    Gas diffusion layer (30)    Perimeter. (36)
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel cell reformer (3) that converts a liquid hydrocarbonaceous fuel to a hydrogen containing gas. A fuel cell start-up system provides fuel and water as an emulsion to the reformer of a fuel cell to start a fuel cell powered vehicle.    USE - Used for starting a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system includes a water gas shifter to reduce carbon monoxide. Liquid water that can be recycled to the fuel processor is made available to the reformer at start-up for efficient starting of the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic of one configuration for the fuel cell start-up system.    Fuel cell reformer. (3)
NOVELTY - The cell comprises an air electrode (1) opposite to a fuel electrode (3). A solid electrode (2) is placed between the fuel electrode and the air electrode. A porous electric base material (4) having multiple fine pores (5) is laminated on the fuel electrode. The fuel gas flows through the pores of the base material, which further has a catalysis by which the fuel gas is reformed.    USE - Used for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The unit cell restricts the carbon deposition, and is more compact and lightweight. The unit cell ensures prevention of cell power lowering and catalyst lifetime elongation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (a) a cell plate for fuel cell    (b) a stack for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view illustrating a unit cell for a fuel cell.    Air electrode (1)    Solid electrode (2)    Fuel electrode (3)    Porous base material (4)    Multiple fine pores. (5)
NOVELTY - The cell comprises a pair of fluid impermeable flow field plates (310) with one surface having multiple reactant flow passages (320). A pair of fluid distribution layers is interposed between the plate surfaces. An ion exchange membrane is formed between portions of the fluid distribution layers. An electro catalyst is interposed between a portion of each fluid distribution layers and a portion of the membrane.    USE - Used for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The fluid flow design of the fuel cell provides greater reactant contact with the fluid distribution layer as the reactant flows from the inlet to the outlet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of a portion of a flow field plate illustrating an exaggerated increase in width of the reactant passage from the inlet to the outlet.    Flow field plates (310)    Flow passages. (320)
NOVELTY - The unit has two interconnects (32, 34) with a top plate and a lower plate enclosing a sealed interior chamber that defines an intake and exhaust manifold (42, 44). A fuel cell cassette (10) has a single fuel cell unit, a resilient seal unit and a frame. A fuel cell cassette fits within the upper and lower interconnect cell opening and mates with respective interconnects to seal the upper and lower chamber.    USE - Used for producing electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The stack seal integrity is maintained efficiently, which helps in preventing the mixing of fuel and oxidant gases. The seal also provides isolation from shocks and vibrations thereby minimizing the breakage of the fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic top view of the interconnect that are positioned in a fuel stack.    Fuel cell cassette (10)    Two interconnects (32, 34)    Intake manifold (42)    Exhaust manifold. (44)
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel reformer (32) connected to a fuel cell consuming fuel from a reservoir to generate electricity. A fuel vaporizer is interposed between the reservoir and the reformer vaporizing the liquid fuel to vaporized state, which is delivered to the reformer. A heat exchanger (28) has a fuel outlet and an inlet with alternating hot fluid passage connected to a core.    USE - Used to power an electrical motor providing propulsion for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vessel for receiving vaporized liquid fuel is small and light in comparison to fuel tanks for vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. The reformers perform a chemical process on incoming stream of hydrocarbon based material and reacts it with water to provide an effluent that is rich in hydrogen gas to power the device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The heat exchanger has a liquid fluid inlet and a vaporized fuel outlet with a fuel passage extending between inlet and outlet. The heat exchanger includes an undulating spacer nested between general parallel bar and separator plates .    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of vaporizing liquid fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a typical fuel cell system.    Heat exchanger (28)    Fuel reformer. (32)
NOVELTY - The diluter (5) consists of a retention region (9) of predetermined volume that retains the fuel during purging. A dilution region (10) of predetermined volume at which the air is mixed with the fuel from retention region during purging to dilute fuel. A communicating portion (14) for fuel flow connects the retention region and dilution region.    USE - Used in electric vehicles having discharged fuel dilution type fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The diluter dilutes hydrogen below the lower combustible concentration limit of the fuel and exhaust gas does not catch fire. The dilution of the fuel recovers the decreased cell voltage and increases the flow velocity of gas. The diluter requires less install space.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of a discharged fuel dilutor.    Discharged fuel diluter (5)    Retention region (9)    Dilution region (10)    Communicating portion. (14)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a fuel cell to generate electricity from a fuel stored in a fuel reservoir (14) e.g. Hydrogen container and oxidizer. A thermo regulator adjusts the temperature of the fuel cell by a cooling fluid. A humidifier supplies moisture to the fuel cell for humidifying either the fuel or the oxidizer. The entire unit is arranged longitudinally in the bottom floor of the vehicle, in series.    USE - Used for transportation.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell is protected from damages due to its position. The arrangement of the fuel cell distributes the weight balance of the vehicle, thereby resulting in stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system box.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective side view of a fuel cell loading type electric vehicle.    Fuel reservoir. (14)
NOVELTY - A catalyst composition comprises copper, zinc, aluminum, gallium and solid acid.    USE - For converting carbon dioxide to oxygenates such as methanol and dimethyl ether, useful as e.g. alternative fuels, fuel additives, fuel cell fuel or aerosol propellant.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst composition provides an increased carbon dioxide conversion and increased product selectivity towards methanol and dimethyl ether. The composition reduces the amount of carbon monoxide produced during conversion of carbon dioxide-containing feed to oxygenates.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) method of making a catalyst composition which involves combining a copper-containing compound, zinc- containing compound, aluminum-containing compound, gallium- containing compound and a solid acid compound to form a catalyst mixture, calcining the mixture and reducing the calcined catalyst to form a reduced catalyst; and    (2) process for converting carbon dioxide-containing feed into oxygenates which involves contacting carbon dioxide-containing feed with a catalyst composition in a reaction zone under a reaction conditions sufficient to convert portion(s) of carbon dioxide-containing feed into oxygenates and recovering portion(s) of oxygenates from the reaction zone.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a suction pump (82) for sucking the gas from a gas discharge port that discharges gas from a fuel chamber. A circulation pipe (114) interconnects supply port that supplies gas into fuel chamber with the discharge port. A release pipe (115) interconnects the gas discharge port and an outside gas release port through the suction pump.    USE - Used for electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell is efficient because there is no reduction in output when the cell is either operated or stopped for a long period of time. The suction pipe efficiently prevents the mixing of hydrogen and oxygen gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the structural view of a fuel system.    Suction pump (82)    Circulation pipe (114)    Release pipe. (115)
NOVELTY - Secondary battery comprises: (a) an electrode plate assembly (113) of a positive electrode (101) and a negative electrode (102) with a separator (103) in between; (b) a non-aqueous electrolyte comprising lithium salt and non-aqueous solvent; and (c) a gas absorbing element (109) which absorbs gas produced in the battery and comprises a gas absorbent and a lyophobic agent against the solvent.    USE - The battery is used in cordless and portable audio-video equipment, personal computers and other electronic apparatus, and as large sized batteries for electric vehicles and power reservoirs.    ADVANTAGE - Wetting of gas absorbent is effectively controlled and reliability of the battery is enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery, which involves preparing a gas absorbent using carbon material powder capable of selectively absorbing carbon dioxide and/or methane. An electrode material mixture comprising the gas absorbent and an electrode active material is prepared and applied on a collector, to obtain an electrode. The electrode, a separator and an electrolyte are then assembled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a thin polymer battery.    positive electrode (101)    negative electrode (102)    separator (103)    case (106)    gas absorbing element (109)    electrode plate assembly (113)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a wafer recovery device (120) which consists of gas streams (130,170,190) which are in fluid communication with a cathode gas inlet (140), cathode gas outlet (160) and anode gas outlet (180) of a fuel cell stack (110), respectively. The water recovery device is an enthalpy wheel or desiccant wheel or a sensible heat rotor.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of energy used to humidify the reformer inlet gas stream is reduced, thereby improving the overall efficiency of the system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the circuit diagram of the fuel cell system.    fuel cell stack (110)    wafer recovery device (120)    gas streams (130,170,190)    cathode gas inlet (140)    cathode gas outlet (160)    anode gas outlet (180)
NOVELTY - Generation of hydrogen gas comprises providing an electrolysis cell comprising a polymer electrolyte membrane between an anode and a cathode; circulating an organic fuel and water around the anode; supplying a direct electrical current to the anode and cathode; inducing electro-oxidation of the organic fuel at anode; and initiating electro-reduction of protons at the cathode.    USE - Generating hydrogen gas.    ADVANTAGE - The use of organic solutions having an operating voltage lower than that of water in electrolysis, reduces the energy consumption by more than 70%. The solid membrane electrolytic cell eliminates liquid acidic or alkaline electrolyte, which can cause corrosion of cell components, poor activity of catalysts, and parasitic shunt currents. The cell can be made robust and compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Generation of hydrogen gas comprises:    (a) providing an electrolysis cell (102) comprising a polymer electrolyte membrane (110) between an anode (112) and a cathode (114);    (b) circulating an organic fuel and water around the anode, the organic fuel consisting of dimethoxymethane, trimethoxymethane, trioxane, formaldehyde or formic acid;    (c) supplying a direct electrical current (DC) to the anode and cathode;    (d) inducing electro-oxidation of the organic fuel at the anode to produce protons; and    (e) initiating electro-reduction of the protons at the cathode to produce hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic illustration of an electrolysis cell having a solid-state membrane electrolyte.    Electrolysis cell (102)    Electrolyte membrane (110)    Anode (112)    Cathode (114)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen pump (5) in the fuel circulation path (6), pumps unreacted hydrogen from a fuel cell (1), for being recirculated to the fuel cell through the fuel supply path (7).    USE - Fuel cell system used as power source in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell consumes less amount of power for recirculating unreacted hydrogen back to fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the fuel cell system and the graph between the differential pressure of ejector and hydrogen circulating load. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    hydrogen pump (5)    fuel circulation pump (6)    fuel supply path (7)
NOVELTY - The catalyst, which oxidizes carbon monoxide selectively in gas containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide, comprises at least one metal from platinum, palladium, ruthenium, gold, rhodium and iridium supported on an inorganic oxide, which has a surface area of 150 m2/g or less, and gives a pH of at least 7 at 25 degreesC as a 10% suspension in water.    USE - For oxidizing carbon monoxide concentration of raw material gas in fuel-cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Carbon monoxide concentration is effectively and stably decreased for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method of decreasing carbon monoxide concentration in a material gas containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen, comprising adding oxygen-containing gas to the material, and performing oxidation in the presence of the claimed catalyst; and    (2) a fuel-cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic of the fuel-cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Water tank (1)    Water pump (2)    Fuel tank (3)    Fuel feed pump (4)    Desulfurizer (5)    Vaporizer (6)    Modifier (7)    Air blower (8)    High temperature Shift reaction device (9)    Low temperature Shift reaction device (10)    Selection oxidation-reaction device (11)    Anode (12)    Cathode (13)    Solid polymer electrolyte (14)    Electric load (15)    Exhaust port (16)    Solid polymeric type fuel cell (17)    Burner for heating (18)
NOVELTY - The generator (1) has a reaction tank (5) which promotes the reaction between hydride (2) and water sent from a hydride storage tank (3) and a water tank (4), respectively. The exit of the reaction tank is connected to the water tank by a piping (11) to utilize the water tank which becomes empty after transferring water into hydride storage tank, to store the reaction by-product.    USE - For generating hydrogen used in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The size of hydrogen generator is reduced by eliminating need for a separate by-product storage tank, as empty water tank is used to store by-product.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of a hydrogen generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen generator (1)    hydride (2)    hydride storage tank (3)    water tank (4)    reaction tank (5)    piping (11)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas generator generates hydrogen from a hydrogen-containing gas such as liquid petroleum gas (LPG) using a fuel cell (6). The fuel cell generates a portion of hydrogen as heating gas, and the electricity generated during manufacturing process as electric power for operating the hydrogen gas generator.    USE - Hydrogen gas generation system for use in semiconductor industries and also for motor vehicles such hydrogen fueled cars.    ADVANTAGE - Enables easy tracking of fluctuation of hydrogen demand amount and provides continuous supply of hydrogen even at the time of power-off.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the systematic diagram of the hydrogen gas generation system comprising solid polymeric fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (6)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell (10) has chamber (I) and chamber (II) having anode catalyst electrode. Chamber (I) dehydrogenates 2-propanol in solution equipped with cathode catalyst electrode using composite catalyst containing palladium and ruthenium, or palladium and metal-cluster complex. Acetone is reacted on anode catalyst electrode and is converted into 2-propanol. An electrolyte is interposed between the electrodes.    USE - For converting chemical energy into electrical energy using heat energy of lower grade waste-heat emitted in various industries.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell has excellent efficiency, high 2-propanol dehydrogenation ability, and hydrogen spillover ability. The fuel cell efficiently generates electrical energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell (10) has reaction chamber (I) and reaction chamber (II) having an anode side catalyst electrode. Chamber (I) carries out dehydrogenation of 2-propanol in a solution equipped with a cathode side catalyst electrode using a composite catalyst containing compounded palladium and ruthenium, or a composite catalyst containing compounded palladium and a metal-cluster complex. 2-propanol is contained as a main component on the cathode side catalyst electrode. Acetone is reacted on the anode side catalyst electrode, and is converted into 2-propanol. An electrolyte is interposed between the cathode and anode side catalyst electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of a fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fuel cell (10)
NOVELTY - A rotary thermal storage structure (21) provided with percolation holes, rotates between a high and low temperature fluid routes (B,A), respectively. A pair of sealing units (22,23) provided with percolation holes and attached to the rotary thermal storage structure, divides the flow paths of the fluid routes.    USE - Rotary heat regenerator for reformer (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Enhances sealing performance between high and low temperature fluid routes, due to the provision of the sealing unit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for reformer using the rotary heat exchanger.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the rotary heat regenerator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    heat exchanger (20)    rotary thermal storage structure (21)    sealing units (22,23)    flow path partitions (24,25)    low temperature fluid route (A)    high temperature fluid route (B)
NOVELTY - Sewage residue decomposing apparatus is new.    USE - For decompose treating of the sewage residue in the waste water.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the draining of the microorganism, and effectively ejects the scum from sewage tank. Simplifies the post-processing process. Enables an automatic ejection of processed scum.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The coarse scum discharge pipe (14a) is provided in the center of the partition plate (15), while partition plate having holes smaller than the diameter (D1) of the ceramic ball (e) is arranged at outlet of the sewage residue decomposing tank (1). The funnel-shaped guide board (14b) having holes larger than the ceramic ball diameter is connected at one edge of the discharge pipe.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partially notched front view of the sewage residue decomposing apparatus.    sewage residue decomposing tank (1)    coarse scum discharge pipe (14a)    funnel-shaped guide board (14b)    partition plate (15)    ceramic ball (e)    coarse scum (g)
NOVELTY - Sewage residue processing apparatus is new.    USE - For processing sewage residue of garbage, organic waste water.    ADVANTAGE - Enables effective fermentation or drying of sewage residue stably and sewage residue processing efficiently and hygienically. Reduces disposal cost of sewage residue by recovering the balls easily and reliably. Continuous processing is performed efficiently without reducing processing effect of sewage residue by microorganisms.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Sewage residue processing apparatus comprises ceramic balls (d) held in a sewage residue treatment tank (1) of uniform diameter where sewage residues are made to contact (d) by stirring during fermentation or drying process. Scum screening mechanism (4) comprising a processing scum and ceramic ball, is provided at the later stage of the sewage residue treatment tank, to recover the (d). The coarse mesh screening apparatus (7) has holes whose diameter is larger than that of (d) and the diameter of holes of fine screening apparatus (8) is smaller than diameter of holes of coarse mesh screening apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of sewage residue processing apparatus.    sewage residue treatment tank (1)    scum screening mechanism (4)    coarse-mesh screening apparatus (7)    fine screening apparatus (8)    ceramic balls (d)
NOVELTY - Organism denitrification method involves processing the raw water containing ammoniacal nitrogen and a nitrite nitrogen, pouring organism denitrification into the reaction vessel which holds the granule sludge containing autotrophic denitrification microorganism, pouring raw water into the vessel, adding an organic coagulant to the vessel, and forming a high granule sludge of sedimentation property.    USE - For organism denitrification (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is stable and efficient, and a high good sedimentation property was formed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organism denitrification method involves processing the raw water containing ammoniacal nitrogen and a nitrite nitrogen, where the ammoniacal nitrogen is an electron donor, pouring organism denitrification into the reaction vessel which holds the granule sludge containing autotrophic denitrification microorganism which make a nitrite nitrogen with upward flow, pouring raw water into the reaction vessel, adding an organic coagulant to the reaction vessel, and forming a high granule sludge of sedimentation property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the reaction vessel for implementation of organism denitrification. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Nitrification processing of raw water containing ammoniacal nitrogen, involves supplying the water into the nitrification tank (1) and aerating it in the presence of ammonia oxidation bacteria. Controlled amount of a pH regulator is supplied into the nitrification tank and if required another pH regulator is added to control pH of raw water in the nitrification tank and nitrification is performed.    USE - For carrying out nitrification process of raw water containing ammoniacal nitrogen which is the causative agent of eutrophication in river, lakes, marshes and ocean.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of pH regulator used is reduced sharply and stable and efficient nitrous acid-type nitrification is performed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the rough block diagram of the nitrification apparatus for carrying out nitrification processing of ammoniacal nitrogen containing water. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    nitrification tank (1)
NOVELTY - A horizontal rotary shaft in a treatment tank, is attached with several stirring arms (51). A stirring blade (52) with elasticity, is attached to each stirring arm's end.    USE - Organic refuse processing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - As the blades have elasticity, internal surface of processing apparatus is not damaged, and hence requirement for frequent maintenance operation is eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) failure prevention method of refuse processing apparatus; and    (2) maintenance property adjustment method of refuse processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of rotary shaft.    stirring arm (51)    stirring blade (52)
NOVELTY - A processed organic substance is subjected to medium-temperature fermentation processing in one part and the residual processed substance is added to the medium-temperature fermented liquor and high temperature fermentation processing is performed. Biogas generated by both processing is collected.    USE - As an anaerobic fermentation process for processing organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The load of the organic substance to the high and medium-temperature fermenter is balanced, and pH reduction of the medium-temperature fermenter is eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for anaerobic fermentation apparatus, which comprises anaerobic high temperature fermenter for post processing of the organic substance and an anaerobic medium temperature fermenter for pre-processing. Each fermenter is connected to a processed substance supply system and to a recovery system of biogas. A portion of the processed organic substance is supplied to the medium-temperature fermenter and the residual processed substance is added to the medium-temperature fermentation digestive liquor and is supplied to the high temperature fermenter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process diagram of anaerobic fermentation method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A pair of horizontally movable upper and lower screws (50,51 and 40,41) which guide scum towards center section, are installed on both sides of an elevatable screw (30) which moves scum upwardly, in a treatment tank (20). An air supply pipe supplies air into the tank.    USE - For processing foodstuff scum ejected from restaurant, home, foodstuff production industry, to produce fodder or fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of screws enables to uniformly mix scum.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front sectional view of scum processing apparatus.    treatment tank (20)    elevatable screw (30)    screws (40,41,50,51)
NOVELTY - A rotary shaft (21) with radially extended stirring blade (2), rotates continuously and reciprocally inside a storage container (1). When the shaft rotates continuously along specific direction, charged organic refuse in the container forms a slope extending downwardly from the discharge port (11). When the shaft reciprocates, the shutter (12) opens automatically, to expel excess scum (3) from the container.    USE - The apparatus is useful for processing organic refuse generated in the kitchen.    ADVANTAGE - Maintains an optimum level of the charged organic refuse inside the container due to the expulsion of excess refuse with respect to the rotation of rotary shaft.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of the organic refuse processing device.    Storage container (1)    Radially extended stirring blade (2)    Scum (3)    Discharge port (11)    Shutter (12)    Rotary shaft (21)
NOVELTY - The organic waste supply opening (24) of a screw feeder (21) is below the waste gas exhaust port (3a) of carbonization furnace (1).    USE - For vertical self-sustained-combustion-type carbonization furnace, for organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - Enables distributing the organic waste uniformly into the furnace. Improves durability of a feeder, by providing a cooling pipe outside of a supply screw feeder.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A cooling pipe (22) surrounds the screw feeder, to supply cooling medium. A flange is at the bottom edge of the organic waste supply route. A cooling medium release opening enables discharge of the cooling medium towards the carbonization furnace wall (4).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the above carbonization furnace with a organic waste supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Carbonization furnace (1)    Waste gas exhaust port (3a)    Carbonization furnace wall (4)    Screw feeder (21)    Cooling pipe (22)    Organic waste supply opening (24)
NOVELTY - The chute includes a raw material supply route surrounded by a cooling medium. The discharge end of the raw material supply route is below the exhaust port of the exhaust tube. The discharge end of the raw material supply route has a flange, such that cooling medium from cooling medium supply route is discharged at any angle within prescribed limits towards the side wall of the carbonization furnace.    USE - For supplying raw material into vertical self-sustained-combustion-type carbonization furnace, used for organic waste, such as paper sludge, sewage sludge, dregs of juice or tea and livestock dung.    ADVANTAGE - The raw material is not affected by the influence of gas flow from exhaust tube, by positioning the discharge end below the exhaust port. Hence, uniform dispersion of raw material is carried out, and the chute has improved durability.
NOVELTY - Sludge (78) of high water content is dehydrated by mixing with a dry organic refuse to produce mixture (80) whose moisture content is adjusted, and fermented. The mixture is dried, fermentation is interrupted and sludge (78) is further added. The water content of the sludge is absorbed by the mixture, moisture content is adjusted, primary and secondary fermentation are performed to compost the sludge.    USE - For processing the sludge from sewer line.    ADVANTAGE - The sludge is processed easily and economically with excellent workability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for sludge processing apparatus which has a device main component (10) divided by partition unit (17) into primary fermenter and secondary fermenter (22), inlet (30) for organic refuse, inlet (32) for sludge, mixer for mixing sludge and refuse, air blower (58) for sending warm air, drier, and transfer unit for transferring mixture from primary to secondary fermenter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of a sludge processing apparatus.    Device main component (10)    Partition unit (17)    Secondary fermenter (22)    Organic refuse inlet (30)    Sludge inlet (32)    Blower (58)    Sludge (78)    Mixture of sludge and refuse (80)
NOVELTY - The biological treatment apparatus has filamentous fungi adhesion unit (3) to which a thread like oil component decomposition microbes are adhered. The microbes grow and disassemble the oily waste water.    USE - For biologically treating oily waste water.    ADVANTAGE - The biological treatment apparatus is cheap and effectively decompose the oily waste water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for biological treatment of oily waste water which involves maintaining circular flow velocity in the range of 0.01-2.5 m/second inside the tank so that the microbes which grow inside the tank maintains dissolved oxygen of more than 0.5 ppm.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the oil component decomposition tank.    Adhesion unit (3)    Filamentous fungi settling tank (6)    Foundation nozzle (10)    Duct (11)    Porous upper board (12)    Porous under plate (13)    Lower stage channel (14)    Circulation pump (17)    Mixer (18)    Blower (19)    Drainage pipe (22)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse fermentation processing (M) comprising rotor (21) of the stirrer (1) rotated in clockwise direction and anti-clockwise direction, for moving the stirrer along forward and reverse directions within the treatment time for fermentation of the organic refuse in the tank, is new. The stirrer is moved to the adjacent treatment tanks through paths connecting the adjacent treatment tanks.    USE - M is useful for fermentation of organic refuse, from dinning rooms of home, school, hospital, hotel, industries, farm, pasture, etc., to produce compost.    ADVANTAGE - The organic refuse can be stirred efficiently and uniformly, since the stirrer of simple structure can be moved between the treatment tanks easily, without need for increasing size of the fermentation processing apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a stirrer which has an elevatably supported traverse motion frame (4) for transfer of bidirectional rotor (21) between treatment tanks by moving over the top of a drive rail (3).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above stirrer.    Stirrer (1)    Drive rail (3)    Frame (4)    Rotor (21)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing a biological pesticide, involving mixing antagonistic microorganism with surplus sludge ejected from an activated sludge plant, drying the mixture at 40degreesC with solid substance and adjusting the water content to 20% or less, is new.    USE - For manufacturing biological pesticide from sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The pesticide maintains a pesticide effect for long period of time. The biological pesticide can be fixed easily and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a biological pesticide.
NOVELTY - The laminated blocks include respective cells (109a-109j) arranged in parallel. The gas from an anode gas supply header is supplied to the cells (109a-109e), which is then passed to the cells (109f-109j).    USE - Fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables preventing lowering of voltage by blocking anode or cathode gas channel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    cells (109a-109j)
NOVELTY - A vehicle (V) has a fuel cell (1) in a forward compartment (2) and a hydrogen reservoir (3) in a rear compartment (4). Hydrogen not consumed in the cell and hydrogen arising in the reservoir compartment is evacuated through channels (6,8) to rising pipes incorporated into the chassis which expel the gas to the top and rear of the vehicle. Internal and external purging facilities (11,12) are also provided.    USE - To discharge hydrogen not consumed by the electric vehicle fuel cell or arising in the reservoir compartment.    ADVANTAGE - The discharge provisions improve the safety of the fuel cell installation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the hydrogen evacuation channels.    Vehicle (V)    Fuel cell (1)    Forward compartment (2)    Hydrogen reservoir (3)    Rear compartment (4)    Evacuation channels (6,8)    Purging facilities (11,12)
NOVELTY - Production of hydrogen-containing gas, comprises reacting methanol, steam and oxygen in the presence of a catalyst comprising palladium, zinc and chromium, gallium, copper, indium, bismuth and/or platinum.    USE - The process is used in a fuel cell, especially for automobiles.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has high selectivity, activity, and heat resistance.
NOVELTY - Production of hydrogen-containing gas, comprises reacting methanol, steam and oxygen in the presence of catalyst comprising zinc oxide and 5-50 wt.% platinum.    USE - The process is used in a fuel cell, especially for automobiles.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has high selectivity, activity, and heat resistance.
NOVELTY - Assembly for intensive decomposition of raw compost, is new.    USE - The assembly is for the intensive rotting of raw compost.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly has a simple operation and the decomposition environment can be set to the optimum conditions for intensive composting.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The assembly (1) to give an intensive rotting action to organic waste, and especially raw compost (13), has a rotting tunnel (2) to carry the material through it. The tunnel has a number of forced ventilation environments, and all the exhaust air from the tunnel is passed through a bio-filter (20). The compost is carried through the tunnel in open containers (6), to be exposed to air flows from the ventilation units (3-5). The compost is not turned over within the containers as they pass through the tunnel. On leaving the tunnel, the containers are covered for further decomposition    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal section through the composting assembly.    Composting assembly (1)    Rotting tunnel (2)    Forced ventilation units (3-5)    Containers (6)    Raw compost (13)    Bio-filter (20)
NOVELTY - The turbine type air pump (2) is driven by directly coupled electric motor (1) and enclosed within a sound attenuating chamber (3). The chamber is formed from L and U shaped folded metal sheet with inner sound reducing coating and supports an air filter (4). Air enters the chamber through a simple orifice traverses the outside of the pump before entering the filter and is directed to the pump aspiration entry.    USE - Air pump for motor vehicle. Particular application to polymeric fuel cells which require air and hydrogen supply.    ADVANTAGE - Aspirated air is used to cool the pump before entry and the air filter is easily accessible.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for: Sub assembly of polymeric fuel cell which requires air and hydrogen and uses the pump.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sound attenuating chamber    Electric motor (1)    Air pump (2)    Sound attenuating chamber (3)    Air filter (4)
NOVELTY - A biogas reactor mixes animal slurry and waste water. The assembly has a container (1) with twin-paddle blades (9, 10, 11) on a horizontal shaft (5). The blades rotate through several parallel planes transverse to the shaft axis of rotation (A). Each pair of paddle blades is offset on the shaft with respect to the adjacent pair of paddle blades.    USE - As biogas generator.    ADVANTAGE - The paddles provide better mixing than prior art, and maximize admixture of air.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A biogas reactor mixes animal slurry and waste water. The assembly has a container (1) with twin-paddle blades (9, 10, 11) on a horizontal shaft (5). The blades rotate through several parallel planes transverse to the shaft axis of rotation (A). Each paddle blade is set at a pitch with respect to the axis of rotation. Each paddle blade is fixed to the shaft at a position 180 degrees opposite the other half. Each blade is wider at the tip than at the root. The paddle blades are fabricated of sheet metal. The paddle tips extend above the fluid surface during rotation. The biogas generator is an enclosed gas-tight container.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional side-view of the above biogas generator paddle assembly.    axis of rotation (A)    slurry biogas generator (1)    shaft (5)    bearings (6, 7)    motor (8)    mixer paddles (9, 10, 11)
NOVELTY - The motor vehicle has a solar panel for producing electricity to hydrolyse water and produce hydrogen gas. This is stored in a tank for use in an internal combustion engine in the motor vehicle. Alternatively, the vehicle can have a fuel cell using the hydrogen to drive an electric motor.    USE - For motor vehicles such as trucks and busses.    ADVANTAGE - Allows use of vehicle without 'hydrogen supply infrastructure'.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Drawing shows diagram of vehicle drive.    Drawing includes non-English text.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen-mixing fuel gas is one mixture of hydrogen and inflammable gas. The present invention can raise the yield and quality of environment-protecting energy source.    ADVANTAGE - The present invention makes it possible to prolong the exploitation and service life of fossil energy source and reduce green house effect.
NOVELTY - Process (A) for producing a hydrogen-rich gas by contacting a hydrocarbon gas with a supported catalyst and regenerating the catalyst with an oxygen-containing gas, comprises using a catalyst support capable of storing and releasing oxygen and oxygenates.    USE - The hydrogen-rich gas is useful in fuel cells for generating electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The process avoids rapid fouling of the catalyst with carbon deposits.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a process (B) for generating electricity, comprising carrying out process (A) and passing the hydrogen-rich gas directly to a fuel cell;    (2) an installation for producing electricity from a hydrocarbon gas, comprising a fuel cell (5) located downstream of a reactor (2) for carrying out the above process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an installation in which hydrogen-rich gas is used to drive a fuel cell for electricity generation.    Reactor (2)    Cooler (3)    Trap (4)    Fuel cell (5)
NOVELTY - Magnetic particles have easily decomposable or soluble polymer coating layer containing reactive components on particle surface.    USE - Used in the production of medicines or water treatment.    ADVANTAGE - The solid phase reaction has high efficiency using the magnetic particles.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the preparation of a product by reacting the magnetic particles with a substance reactive to the reactive component in the coating layer, separating the magnetic particles by magnetic force, and retrieving the reaction product by decomposing or dissolving the polymer.
NOVELTY - A molten carbonate fuel cell includes a separator plate forming a body of the unit cell provided at its center, with intake internal manifolds arranged at regular intervals for taking in fuel gas and oxidant gas towards a center of the body, and at their sides exhaust internal manifolds.    USE - Used as molten carbonate fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell is capable of preventing the leakage of a fuel gas due to deterioration of material, by suppressing a high temperature generated at a hot section within a unit cell, thus improving its reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A molten carbonate fuel cell includes stacked unit cells (8), and separator plates (3) interposed between the adjacent unit cells. The respective unit cells have porous fuel electrode plates (9a, 9b), air electrode plates (11a, 11b), and electrolyte plates (10) interposed between these electrode plates. The separator plate forming a body of the unit cell is provided at its center, with intake internal manifolds (12a, 13a) arranged at regular intervals for taking in fuel gas and oxidant gas towards a center of the body, and at their sides exhaust internal manifolds (12b, 12c, 13b, 13c) for exhausting the reacted fuel gas and the reacted oxidant gas, as well as forming passages for the fuel gas and the oxidant gas at their sides.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an exploded perspective view of a fuel cell.    Separator plates (3)    Anode mask plates (4a, 4b)    Center plate (6)    Stacked unit cells (8)    Porous fuel electrode plates (9a, 9b)    Electrolyte plates (10)    Air electrode plates (11a, 11b)    Intake internal manifolds (12a, 13a)    Exhaust internal manifolds (12b, 12c, 13b, 13c)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen density in the fuel cell (11) and hydrogen flow passage (34a), are detected, by a sensor (54). Based on the detected values, the operating pressure of reaction gas comprising hydrogen and oxidant gases, is limited such that hydrogen leakage amount from the fuel cell and hydrogen flow passage does not exceed a predetermined value.    USE - For operating a fuel cell mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses the hydrogen leakage amount, and maintains the operation efficiency of the fuel cell as high. Facilitates emergency stop of the fuel cell, and ensures safety.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the fuel cell.    fuel cell (11)    hydrogen flow passage (34a)    sensor (54)
NOVELTY - Invention relates to treatment of objects of environment from pollution with oil and petroleum products. Invention proposes the strain of bacterium Serratia odorifera Jap-1 showing high destructive activity with respect to oil hydrocarbons and petroleum products and exhibiting tolerance to heavy metal salts. This strain Serratia odorifera Jap-1 can be cultured by industrial method using standard biotechnological equipment and available raw materials. The strain can be used for preparing biopreparations for soil treatment and surface waters from oil pollutions and for liquidation of emergency pouring oil under conditions of high concentration of heavy metal salts.    USE - Biotechnology, industrial microbiology, ecology.    ADVANTAGE - Improved method of treatment, valuable properties of strain. 2 tbl, 2 ex
NOVELTY - Vegetable nutrient containing starfish extract which is nitrogenous amino acid, and organic fertilizer containing tissue of starfish and minerals are provided. The nutrients and fertilizer improve growth of plants, and have good storage and stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The vegetable nutrient, containing 200-250mg/ml of nitrogenous amino acid, is produced by the following steps of: crushing starfish to a size less than 50mesh; centrifuging crushed materials at 1500-200rpm for 30min to get an amino acid solution; and fermenting the solution with microbes like lactobacillus at 35deg.C for 2-3days in an aerobic condition for liquid starfish extract(pH3-4). The organic fertilizer is produced by the following steps of: preparing organic tissue, precipitates obtained from centrifuging; adding minerals such as zeolite or perlite to be a mixture of organic tissue and minerals in a ratio of 1 : 0.4-0.6, and crushing 2-3times; fermenting powder at the same condition for solid starfish extract(pH 4-5).
NOVELTY - Provided is a method for manufacturing human manure with good fertilizing effect by adding animal waste to human feces, main materials, and fermenting at 7-step declining temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The human manure is manufactured by the following steps of: (i) preparing main materials by mixing 20wt.% of human feces with 20wt.% of animal waste, where each waste has no impurities; (ii) preparing auxiliary materials by mixing 40wt.% of shell powder obtained from drying shells at 500-600deg.C and grinding into powder of 300mesh, 5wt.% of saw dust, 5wt.% of zeolite, 5wt.% of coal ash and 10wt.% of ash; (iii) fermenting the mixture of (i) and (ii) at 100deg.C for 24hrs, 80deg.C for 24hrs, 70deg.C for 24hrs, 60deg.C for 24hrs, 50deg.C for 24hrs, 40deg.C for 24hrs and 30deg.C for 24hrs in order, and drying 3-5min.
NOVELTY - Provided is a method for culturing a mushroom mycelium using a tangerine concentrate to rapidly mass-produce the mushroom mycelium without further using any specific additives and further to extract functional components therefrom.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for culturing a mushroom mycelium using a tangerine concentrate comprises autoclaving a tangerine concentrate at 121 deg. C for 15 to 20 minutes, inoculating a mushroom seed into the tangerine concentrate as a culture medium and culturing the mushroom seed, wherein the culture medium is prepared by dissolving 5 to 30 volume% of the tangerine concentrate in 1 liter of water. The cultured mushroom mycelium is heated in 85 deg. C water and treated with ethanol to obtain precipitates, and its precipitates are freeze-dried.
NOVELTY - A method for culturing a yeast using fermented food wastes is provided, thereby cheaply supplying a medium for culturing a yeast, and inhibiting environmental pollution by the food wastes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for culturing a yeast is characterized by using bacteria-fermented food wastes as a medium for culturing a yeast, wherein the bacteria-fermented food wastes are produced by inoculating Bacillus stearothermophillus(KCCM TS-LDF 905), Bacillus acidocaldarius(KCCM TS-LDF SP2) or a mixture thereof into food wastes and continuously culturing the food wastes at 50 to 65 deg. C; the yeast is Saccharomyces cerevisiae TSY02(KCCM 10305); and Saccharomyces cerevisiae TSY02(KCCM 10305) is inoculated into the bacteria-fermented food wastes and cultured at 25 to 33 deg. C.
NOVELTY - Provided is an artificial production method of humus materials, being in the forms of fulvic acid and chelatic minerals fulvate, with self oxidation, catalytic deodorization, catalytic formation of humics, and mineral supply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The humus materials are artificially produced by the following steps of: preparing liquid fulvic acid by treating peat with an alkali, removing insoluble humin materials, adding acids(H2SO4, HCl, etc.) to adjust pH of the liquid less than 2, resulting in formation of humic acid, precipitates, and fulvic acid, liquid, and dehydrating; adding minerals changed into allophane to the fulvic acid to get chelatic minerals fulvate, wherein minerals are changed into allophane by treating volcanic ash soil(rhyolite or dacite), pumice or fly ash with acids to be pH2, and heating at 90-100deg.C; adding FeSO4 and H2O2 to be oxidation reduction potential(ORP) of +700mV to +1100mV for formation of fulvic acid peroxide, electrolyzed oxidizing water; and aging. The formed humic materials, having large quantity of chelatic minerals fulvate and polyphenol oxidase, are processed by mixing with bentonite and solidifiers(cement, inorganic solidifier and phenol) and pelletizing.
NOVELTY - Provided is a manufacture method of magnetized fertilizer, humus soil in the form of chelatic organic acid-mineral complex, which offers high fertilizing force, promote plant growth and removes bad smell by mixing organic wastes, minerals and magnetites.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The magnetized fertilizer comprises the components of: organic wastes(food wastes, animal wastes and food byproducts) after removing impurities and salt, and dehydrating; 1-10wt.% of soil such as yellow earth, clay, earth, etc. for supplying soil microbes and minerals; minerals such as zeolite, vermiculite, quartz porphyry, phyllite, fired dolomite, etc. to be an inorganic/organic ratio of less than 0.8 after fermentation; 5-15wt.% of magnetic powder for decrease of bad smell, formation of organic acid-mineral complex like chelatic iron fulvate, and activation of soil microbes; bulking agents such as saw dust, rice hull, peat moss, dried sphagnum moss, bark, coconut peat, etc. for water control, promotion of porosity and control of C/N. The magnetized fertilizer is manufactured by mixing the above raw materials, aerobic fermenting in a tank(6) and mixing raw materials up and down by rotary mixer(7), and removing impurities.
NOVELTY - A system for composting organics is provided, which is characterized by having multi-storied fermentation room equipped with air supplier, drier and temperature sensor in each room. Accordingly, the system decreases the site for installation, produces high quality compost and prevents bad smell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The composting system comprises the parts of: a first disposal (A) device including organic crusher over a hopper(1), organic heaping preventer, organic supplier and dehydrator(6); a second disposal (B) device including screen for separating dehydrated organics from vinyl and impurities, gravity separator and dehydrator(17); a waste water disposal device(C) for separating organics from waste water, where organics move into a fermentation room and waste water flows into a storing vessel; a multi-storied fermentation device(D) comprising a dryer(23) for drying organics dehydrated from the second disposal device, a spreader(24) for scattering organics, and a multi-storied fermentation room having several rooms equipped with a quantitative dropper(26) for dropping fermented organics to the next fermentation room and an air supplier(30) on each floor, and a discharger(32) on the lowest bottom; a deodorizer(E) for removing bad smell.
NOVELTY - Provided is the method for composting human excrements for fertilizer which helps growth of plants, enriches acidified soil and prevents environmental pollution by mixing human excrements with saw dust and illite.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic compost using human excrements is produced by the following steps of: centrifuging human excrements to separate liquid and solid excrements; mixing solid human excrements with saw dust in a weight ratio of 1:1; adding 1-20wt.% of illite powder, and optionally adding wood vinegar or charcoal to remove bad smell; aging the mixture at 60-70deg.C for 2-3months and turning up the mixing per 10-20days.
NOVELTY - Provided is a production method of agricultural soil, earthworm excrement, by offering a proper condition for earthworm growth which is obtained from mixing fermented compost with yellow earth.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The agricultural soil is produced by mixing fermented compost composed of grass, rice hull, animal waste and saw dust with yellow earth(clay) of farmland in an effective ratio, followed by growing earthworms in the given condition. The earthworms eat harmful microbes and absorb salt in the soil, and excrete their waste. Therefore, the earthworm excrement is used as great fertilizer and soil enhancer in agriculture.
NOVELTY - Fermented amino acid solid(compost) and liquid fertilizers using animal blood, alcohol byproduct and yellow earth are provided to prevent environmental pollution and enrich acidified soil.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The amino acid solid fertilizer(compost) is manufactured by the following steps of: mixing animal blood(20L) changed into concentrated amino acid through fermentation, and powdered yellow earth(40kg) and alcohol byproduct(40kg); drying a mixture at 200-250deg.C in a rotary dryer; cooling and packing. The amino acid liquid fertilizer is manufactured by the following steps of: cooling evaporated components, amino acid and mineral of yellow earth, generated from drying; storing condensed liquid; aging and fermenting for 2months; mixing liquid fertilizer(55-65L), sugar(Stevia, 9-11L), pyroligneous liquid(14-16L), flower-aged liquid (9-11L) and yellow earth water(4-6L); vacuum condensing and discharging water through vaporization; cooling and packing.
NOVELTY - Fuel gas treatment agent comprises a complex compound containing a metal component, and an inorganic oxide and/or activated carbon.    USE - For removing impurities in heating gas used as fuel for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel gas treatment agent removes sulfur effectively and stably from the heating gas. The heating gas treated using the fuel gas treatment agent, has excellent reproducibility, without fluctuation in pressure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for impurity removal method in heating gas.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen occlusion alloy comprises a complex compound of calcium, yttrium and/or lanthanoid, nickel and silicon.    USE - For hydrogen storage container for hydrogen fuel cell, heat pump, regeneration and nickel-hydrogen battery.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen occlusion alloy uses raw materials which are inexpensive and easy to handle, hence the alloy is inexpensive and has light weight. Further the alloy occludes and releases hydrogen at 100 degrees C or less, and has reduced hydrogen occlusion amount of 1 mass% or more.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen occlusion alloy comprises a complex compound of formula Ca1-yMy(Ni1- xSix)3, where M is yttrium and/or lanthanoid, x is 0.05-0.25 and y is 0-0.5.
NOVELTY - A hydrocarbon compound is reformed into a gas composition containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen, in the presence of oxygen, water vapor and a catalyst. The component containing hydrocarbon compound, oxygen and water vapor is contacted with a solid superstrong-acid catalyst, and then with a catalyst containing a group VIII metal, chosen from ruthenium, rhodium, palladium, osmium, iridium and platinum.    USE - In hydrogen production unit, for producing hydrogen for use in fuel cell system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The auto thermal reforming method reacts stably for a long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for;    (1) Auto thermal reforming apparatus;    (2) Hydrogen production unit; and    (3) Fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - An oxygen-containing gas is added to a raw material gas containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen, and oxidization is performed using a catalyst comprising supported ruthenium on an inorganic oxide ,and then using a catalyst comprising supported ruthenium and platinum on an inorganic oxide. Carbon monoxide is selectively oxidized, and concentration of carbon monoxide in raw material gas is decreased by an at least two stage oxidation process.    USE - For decreasing carbon monoxide concentration in raw material gas used for fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Carbon monoxide is selectively oxidized and carbon monoxide concentration in raw material gas is decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - A magnesium compound is added to the fluid bed of a fluid bed boiler through a superheater pipe provided in the boiler which uses chlorine-containing flammables as a fuel. Superheated steam of 400 degrees C or more is recovered with a superheater pipe (26), suppressing corrosion of the pipe.    USE - Used for manufacturing refuse derived fuel from chlorine-containing flammables such as municipal solid waste.    ADVANTAGE - The process effectively prevents the corrosion of a superheater pipe (heat exchanger) by adding a magnesium compound, improves the life span of the heat exchanger, and avoids the addition of expensive materials to the heat exchanger, reducing the processing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for refuse derived fuel (RDF) manufactured from chlorine-containing flammables which involves adding a magnesium compound to chlorine-containing dried, crushed flammables from which non-flammables are removed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline of the recovery of heat from chlorine-containing flammables. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Dividing walls (18, 20)    Combustion cell (22)    Circulation cell (24)    Superheater pipe (26)    Solidification unit (34)    Molding unit (36)
NOVELTY - The foodstuff scum is fermented (S1), dried (S2) and processed foodstuff scum is obtained. The odor gas generated during fermentation process is contacted with an aqueous alkali solution and aqueous solution is recovered. The organic acid contained in the odor gas is dissolved in aqueous alkali solution and then recovered.    USE - For processing method of foodstuffs scum (claimed) for forming fodder or fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The foodstuffs scum is processed effectively without producing environmental pollution and the organic acid contained in the odor gas is recovered. The processed foodstuffs scum is used as liquid fertilizer gas, and dried, pelletized and used as fodder or fertilizer. The pellet containing effective nutrient compound such as fodder is obtained by the processing method. The odor emanated by fermentation process is removed with a simple apparatus.
NOVELTY - The operating path (25) and racks (28,29) of the stack crane (26) are arranged in an automatic warehouse (24). The warehouse has a cable on floor surface, supported along the wall surface of the rack.    USE - For processing organic refuse using microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - Generation of undesired odor during processing organic waste is reduced due to the usage of automatic warehouse.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Kneading machines (10,11) are provided to which ripe kneaded material is supplied for mixing with the organic waste. The automatic warehouse (24) is provided to carry out predetermined storage and maturing of the kneaded material contained in pallet. The drainage gutter is arranged to the inclining floor surface of automatic warehouse.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    kneading machines (10,11)    automatic warehouse (24)    operating path (25)    stack crane (26)    racks (28,29)
NOVELTY - A base material containing microorganisms, is kneaded with organic waste in a kneader. The kneaded material is stored for predetermined period in a warehouse or a container and matured. The matured material is supplied to the kneader as a base material. The matured base material recovered from one container is not mixed with matured base material recovered from other container. Thus, organic waste is processed.    USE - For processing organic waste such as organic refuse from sludge tank of refuse collection vehicle, foodstuffs works, fishery processing factories, agricultural-products processing factories, sewage works and paper-making plants.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste is processed efficiently without producing odor. The organic waste is digested by microorganisms during maturing organic waste in the warehouse. Thus, large amount of kneaded material is stored in a narrow space. Since the matured kneaded material is recycled as the base material, amount of secondary waste material generated is reduced. Since base materials from different containers are not mixed with each other, the contamination of the base material is prevented. By recording log of organic waste process in each container, the amount of base material exchanged, the amount of base material reduced due to digestion of microorganisms and amount of abnormality generated are accurately calculated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an organic-waste processing system (2) which has a kneader for kneading the base material with organic waste, a warehouse for storing the kneaded material for predetermined period and for maturing the kneaded material, and a circulation unit for supplying the matured kneaded material to the kneader.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows top view of the organic-waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Organic-waste processing system (2)
NOVELTY - Organic waste processing method involves kneading the base material containing organic waste and microorganisms. The kneaded material is filled in a pallet and stored for a preset period in an automatic warehouse (24). A non-uniform environment is maintained in the warehouse based on the aging of the kneaded material, for degrading organic waste.    USE - For processing organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of bad odor from the organic waste is prevented by degrading the organic waste based on the aging of the kneaded material. The pallet is moved only when necessary contributing for saving energy. As the kneaded material is stored in the pallet, the space required for storage is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic waste processing method involves maintaining non-uniform environment in the automatic warehouse in the upper and lower portions of the warehouse, utilizing the fermentation heat of the kneaded material.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic waste processing system which has a kneading unit for mixing base material containing organic waste with microorganisms. A pallet is filled with kneaded material and transferred into the automatic warehouse which is maintained in a non-uniform environment. The pallet is moved based on the aging situation of the kneaded material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the layout of the organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    automatic warehouse (24)
NOVELTY - The crusher (6), kneading unit and other units of the processing system are divided into several partitions, so that dissipation of external odor is barred. A deodorizer (7) deodorizes odor produced by the crusher in the partitions.    USE - E.g. for organic refuse, foodstuff waste, sewage waste, for industrial application, fishery and agricultural products processing factory, paper manufacturing plant.    ADVANTAGE - Since the odor produced from the crusher are deodorized, generation of bad smell is prevented efficiently, thereby preventing contamination of surrounding environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    crusher (6)    deodorizer (7)
NOVELTY - Organic waste processing system has a mixer that mixes the base material containing microorganism and the organic waste. The kneaded material is transferred to a container, where the kneaded material is allowed to ferment. A drier supplies air to the container to dry the cured fermented material.    USE - Organic waste processing system e.g. for vegetables, food processing waste, using microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - The drying of kneaded material prevents generation of any bad smells during organic waste processing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Organic waste processing system has a temperature sensor provided in the feed drive unit of the container of the pallet automatic warehouse (24), to detect the temperature of kneaded material stored in each container. A discrimination unit discriminates the curing state of the kneaded material.    USE - For processing organic waste such as vegetables, from e.g. fishery processing factory, agro-products processing factory, paper manufacturing plant and sewage plant.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste is efficiently processed, thereby suppressing any bad smells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    pallet automatic warehouse (24)
NOVELTY - Kneaders (10,11) mix the organic refuse with the base material comprising microorganism. The kneaded material is placed in a wooden pallet which is stored in a pallet automatic warehouse (24) for predetermined time period for performing ageing process. After ageing process, foreign material such as glass and metal pieces are removed from the kneaded material and then the kneaded material is measured.    USE - For processing organic refuse of refuse collection vehicle, fishery processing factory, food processing factory, agricultural product processing factory, sewage works and paper and plastic bag manufacturing plants.    ADVANTAGE - Enables lot of kneaded materials to be stored in a comparatively narrow space. Decreases the need of human operation in the environment of high temperature, humidity and CO2 quantity accompanied to fermentation. Decreases the generation of secondary waste material and provides high air permeability. Avoids ploughing, shortens fermentation period and decreases bad smell. Removes fine metal piece, glass piece and enables recirculation of kneaded material. Provides easy handling and storage of kneaded material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A magnetic separator removes metal piece from the kneaded material after finishing ageing process and then the kneaded material is provided to sieve weighing machine (40) to remove foreign material such as glass pieces. The kneaded material is measured after finishing foreign material removal process and the measured material is stored in bucket warehouse and used as base material for following organic waste processing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of layout of the organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    kneaders (10,11)    pallet automatic warehouse (24)    sieve weighing machine (40)
NOVELTY - The decomposed organic waste from a warehouse (24) is supplied to the pallet which is conveyed using conveyors (16,17) to stations (31,32). The decomposed waste is sprinkled to cover the kneaded mixture of microorganism base and organic waste supplied from kneading machines (10,11), by slushing machines (20,21).    USE - For organic waste e.g. vegetables.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the generation of bad smell and enables to process organic waste within narrow space.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The automatic warehouse stores the containers with the kneaded mixture, from kneading machine for predetermined period. The containers are conveyed to a warehouse using conveyors, through the lower portion of slushing machine. An opening is provided in slushing machine, to sprinkle the decomposed waste in different directions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the layout of organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    kneading machines (10,11)    conveyors (16,17)    slushing machines (20,21)    warehouse (24)    stations (31,32)
NOVELTY - An apparatus for processing a wooden waste material, comprises chipping apparatus (12) for crushing wooden waste material to obtain wooden chip and a silo (10) for accommodating wooden material, Basidiomycete and nutrition adjuvant.    USE - For processing wooden waste material for use as soil improvement material (organic fertilizer).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus does not generate dioxin from wooden waste material. The apparatus maintains the humidity of a wooden waste material, and prevents the nasty smell. The wooden waste material can be processed quickly in a short period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the processing apparatus of the wooden waste material.    Silo (10)    Chip equipment (12)
NOVELTY - Biogas generator consists of a dome (22) sliding inside a roto-molded plastic tank (1), some 2000 mm in diameter and 1750 mm high, with a wall thickness of 9 mm. It has valves (V1, V2), a level monitor and an agitation system, the latter being made from plastic pipes and actuated manually by rotating the dome. It is equipped with a number of spirals or vanes along its axis to prevent crust formation, to facilitate the rise of biogas and mix the material inside the tank. The tank level monitor consists of a T-piece (35) and a plastic pipe (36) that allows the level of material in the tank to be observed visually. By replacing the dome with a lid that fits over the top of the tank it can be used for other purposes, such as storing drinking water and agricultural or other fluids.    USE - Producing combustible biogas (methane) from anaerobic fermentation of materials.    ADVANTAGE - The use of a plastic tank for the biogas generator gives it a wider range of possible uses and requires little maintenance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of the biogas generator.    Plastic tank (1)    Dome (22)    T-piece (35)    Level monitor (36)    Valves (V1, V2)
NOVELTY - An enzymatic preparation obtained by the simple combination of natural raw materials easily available at low cost, that can speed up bio-oxidation of biomasses such that the thermophile conditions are controlled and number of turnings required is reduced, is new.    USE - The process is useful for treating fermentescible matrices, organic rubbish and animal dejections in heaps and in rubbish collection skips.    ADVANTAGE - bio-oxidation of heaps is speeded up, so that maturation is started in situ and evil-smelling exhalations waiting for disposal reduced    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Biomasses are matured and stabilized using a natural enzyme preparation obtained by mixing vegetal components together with non-pasteurized milk. The preparation is poured onto the heap to be treated so that bio-oxidation is speeded up and the number of turnings of the heap as well as the contribution of oxygen from the outside is reduced.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell supply system has a single transport device for gas and water. The water is additionally used to seal gaps in the transport device and to cool the transport device. The transport device is in the form of a cell pump, especially a mono-cell pump    USE - For supplying at least one fuel cell with gaseous medium, especially air, and a liquid, especially water.    ADVANTAGE - The supply of air and water to a fuel cell is simplified.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following: the use of a cell pump to supply a gaseous medium and a liquid in mixed form to a fuel cell and a fuel cell drive with at least one fuel cell and an inventive system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive system    fuel cell (1)    fuel (2)    moist air (3)    air (5)    water (6)    mixer (8)    evaporator (11)
NOVELTY - Bioleaching of heavy metal-containing solids in reactors by aqueous percolation and aeration in presence of oxidizable sulfur compounds or elemental sulfur, is improved by controlling the temperature of the microbial warmed solids during leaching to the region of maximum microorganism activity.    USE - The heavy metal-containing solids are sediments, clarified sludges, soils or spoil or waste material from mining and other industries (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The time required for optimum leaching is much reduced by a relatively simply operated method which controls the self-warming of the solids.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Bioleaching of heavy metal-containing solids in reactors by aqueous percolation and aeration in presence of oxidizable sulfur compounds or elemental sulfur, followed by washing out and separation of the solubilized material, is improved by controlling the temperature of the microbial warmed solids during leaching to the region of maximum microorganism activity, this being achieved using the aqueous percolation stream or the air stream.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a bioleaching plant with a solid bed reactor, a gas-liquid separator and a collecting vessel for the process water which is recycled to percolate through the material in the reactor (Drawing contains non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The system has a number of stacked fuel cells with membrane-electrode units with intervening bipolar plates and inputs connected to a source of fuel or oxidant and outputs for the corresponding exhaust gases. A controllable valve combination (6-9) associated with each input and output is opened to either feed fuel or oxidant or to output the corresponding exhaust gases into or out of the stack (2).    USE - For generating electrical energy from a chemical reaction.    ADVANTAGE - A uniform high moistening level is achieved over all membranes with low equipment or construction costs and the power losses of the system are thus reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a method of operating an inventive system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive system (Drawing includes non-English text)    fuel cell stack (2)    controllable valves (6-9)
NOVELTY - Distribution structure comprises a reaction zone (6) and a feed channel (5) running conically on the reaction zone and containing devices to deviate the flow.    USE - In low temperature fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - A simple transfer takes place without the use of a catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a micro-structure reactor comprising the distribution structure; and    (2) a process for producing a distribution structure.    Preferred Features: The devices for deviating the flow are arranged in one plane or in two planes lying behind each other. The size of the devices increases within one plane from the center to the edge of the feed channel. The deviating devices are formed as baffle plates (1, 2). A hydrogen-rich gas is produced by autothermal reformation (ATR) reaction of hydrocarbons with water vapor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the distribution structure.    baffle plates (1, 2)    feed channel (5)    reaction zone (6)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell operating device has a number of process devices, such as a fuel dosing device, a gas mixture evaporator, a gas reformer, a gas cleaner, a fuel cell and a catalytic after burner connected together via fluid lines (7). Branch lines (8,8.1) connected to individual fluid lines have their individual ends fed in common into a fluid coupling part (9) and held therein.    USE - For operating a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables current process characteristics to be detected in a simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive device with a diagnostic device    fluid lines (7)    branch lines (8,8.1)    fluid coupling part (9)
NOVELTY - An energy-saving environment protection type composite non-azeotropic refrigerant contains (R1270 (C3H6) (3-40 wt.%), R152a (CH3CHF2) (20-85), R600 (C4H10) and R600a (C4H10).    ADVANTAGE - Its advantages are no damage to ozonosphere and saving energy by 25-45%.
NOVELTY - The biological degradation of eucalyptus by rotting fungi comprises the use of non-pathogenic wood fungi for commercial and scientific purposes. The fungi can be obtained throughout Brazil.    USE - In agricultural chemistry.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell power plant comprises: a fuel cell stack for generating electric power and discharging anode effluent; a hydrogen supply passage for supplying hydrogen to fuel cell stack; a recirculation passage collecting the anode effluent; an ejector installed in the hydrogen supply passage; and a valve bypassing the ejector and supplying hydrogen in the hydrogen supply passage upstream of ejector.    USE - For vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The incorporation of valve bypassing the ejector maintains anode effluent recirculation performance of the ejector when the hydrogen flow rate is small, while preventing the pressure upstream of the ejector from becoming excessively large when the hydrogen flow rate is large. Recirculation performance of anode effluent is enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell power plant consists of: a fuel cell stack which generates electric power by reaction of air with hydrogen and discharges anode effluent containing hydrogen; a hydrogen supply passage (4) which supplies hydrogen to the fuel cell stack; a recirculation passage (8) which collects the anode effluent; an ejector (10) installed in the hydrogen supply passage and ejecting the anode effluent from the recirculation passage into the hydrogen supply passage using a velocity head of hydrogen; and a valve which bypasses the ejector and supplies hydrogen in the hydrogen supply passage upstream of the ejector to the fuel cell stack without passing through the ejector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of the fuel cell power plant.    Hydrogen supply passage (4)    Recirculation passage (8)    Ejector (10)    Bypass passage (11)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen is stored by: (a) adding water and hydrogen gas (H2) to a containment vessel; (b) reducing the temperature of water and H2 to form a hydrogen clathrate at a first cryogenic temperature and pressure; and (c) maintaining the clathrate at a second cryogenic temperature of at most 250 degrees K to effect hydrogen storage.    USE - Hydrogen storage for use as fuel, e.g. in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The process provides hydrogen storage at or near ambient pressure and moderate cryogenic temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a low-pressure hydrogen hydrate comprising water (H2O) molecules, H2 molecules, and a unit cell including polyhedron cages of hydrogen-bonded frameworks of the H2O molecules built around the H2 molecules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a flow diagram of the method for producing hydrogen hydrate at high pressure and low temperature.
NOVELTY - A solid, multicomponent mixed proton and electron conducting membrane comprises a mixed metal oxide (I).    USE - The membrane is used for preparing hydrogen and hydrogen-containing mixtures, e.g. for use in heat and power generating processes (claimed). It may be used in separating hydrogen from steam reformed natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - The conducting membrane can transport hydrogen and has good microstructural and mechanical stability i.e. shows good stability against reaction with carbon dioxide and against reduction of oxide components to metal at above 600 degrees C.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solid, multicomponent mixed proton and electron conducting membrane comprises a mixed metal oxide of formula (I).    A1-xA'x(B1-yB'y)wO3-d (I)    A = lanthanide element(s);    A' = alkaline earth element(s);    B = Cr, Mn or Fe;    B' = Ti, Al, Zr or Hf;    x and y = 0-1;    w = 0.9-1.1;    d = number of 0-0.6 that renders the compound charge neutral.
NOVELTY - Performing shift reaction uses diffusion bonded heat exchanger having two chambers or sets of channels. The heat exchanger is arranged to transfer heat between two chambers or sets of channels. The first chamber or sets of channels convey fluids performing shift reaction and the second chamber or sets of channels convey coolant to cool the fluid in the first set of channels.    USE - Performing water-gas shift reaction (CO + H2O right arrow CO2 + H2) e.g. in polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides for very efficient cooling of the shift reactants, so that only a small reactor is required.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a reactor for performing a shift reaction, comprising a diffusion bonded heat exchanger (10) having two chambers or sets of channels (11, 12).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a diffusion bonded heat exchanger.    Heat exchanger (10)    Sets of channels (11, 12)
NOVELTY - Solvent composition for forming an optical recording medium using an organic dye compound, contains a fluorinated aliphatic alcohol and at least one non-fluorinated organic solvent.    USE - Used for dissolving an organic dye compound for forming an optical recording medium.    ADVANTAGE - A solvent composition for producing an organic-based optical recording medium capable of high-speed writing and meeting the CD-R standard of DVD-R standard can be produced at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the manufacture of an optical recording medium where the organic dye compound is dissolved in the solvent composition and coated on a substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the optical recording medium.    Substrate (1)    Recording layer (2)    Reflection layer (3)    Protective plate (4)
NOVELTY - Providing an improved process for the reduction of oxides of nitrogen contained in a gas stream in the presence of oxygen using a zeolite having a CHA crystal structure and specified mole ratio of silicon oxide to aluminum oxide and crystallite size.    USE - Used as a catalyst and to separate gases.    ADVANTAGE - The invention reduces or eliminates required alkali metal hydroxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A zeolite has a chabazite (CHA) crystal structure, a mole ratio greater than 10 of an oxide of a first tetravalent element to an oxide of a second tetravalent element which is different from the first tetravalent element, trivalent element, and/or pentavalent element and has a crystallite size of at most 0.5 mum.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) a method of preparing an aluminosilicate crystalline material having the CHA crystal structure and a crystallite size of at most 0.5 mum, comprising contacting under crystallization conditions an aluminum hydroxide gel dried to 50 wt.% aluminum oxide, precipitated silica with water content of 5-15 wt.% and a templating agent comprising a N,N,N-trimethyl-1-adamantammonium cation;    (b) a method for converting lower alcohols and other oxygenated hydrocarbons comprising contacting the lower alcohol or other oxygenated hydrocarbon under conditions to produce liquid products with a catalyst comprising a zeolite;    (c) a method for producing dimethylamine comprising reacting methanol and/or dimethyl ether and ammonia in the gaseous phase in the presence of a catalyst comprising a zeolite.
NOVELTY - Excrement of pets are collected and disposed by providing receptacles for the excrement, periodically collecting the receptacles containing excrement and transferring the receptacles for disposal, discharging the receptacle at the facility, and disposing by composting the contents of the receptacle in environmentally friendly manner.    USE - For collecting and disposing excrement of pets e.g. dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method involves composting, thus reducing the pathogen content in the excrement.
NOVELTY - A solid catalyst is reduced with a gaseous feed containing 1-100 mol.% of a reducing agent at 350-650 degrees C. The catalyst is contacted with a gaseous feed containing methane, natural gas and/or methane rich hydrocarbons and with a gaseous feed containing steam at 300-650 degrees C. The feeds are regularly switched between the reactors to obtain a mixed product stream containing hydrogen.    USE - As fuel for stationary and non-stationary hydrogen fuel cells and hydro-treating processes in petroleum industries.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen producing process is cost effective and requires reduced energy. Since the water gas shift reaction is thermodynamically favored at reduced temperature, formation of carbon monoxide is prevented. Hence a carbon monoxide-free hydrogen is continuously produced compared with steam reforming and auto-thermal reforming processes, with reduced pressure drop across the catalyst bed and without catalyst deactivation by carbon deposition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solid catalyst containing group VIII metal oxide(s) is reduced in reactors (I,II) by contacting the catalyst with a gaseous feed containing 1-100 mol% of a reducing agent at 350-650 degrees C, 1 atm and a gas hourly space velocity (GHSV) of 100-100000 cubic cm/g/h for 0.1-100 hours. The catalyst is then contacted with a gaseous feed containing methane, natural gas and/or methane rich hydrocarbons in reactor (I) and with a gaseous feed containing steam in reactor (II) at 300-650 degrees C, at least 1 atm and GHSV of 50-50000 cubic cm/g/h. The feeds are regularly switched between the reactors for 0.1-100 minutes, to obtain a mixed product stream containing hydrogen from the reactors.
NOVELTY - A controller reduces supply amount of oxygen to a modifier to a value lower than the amount of oxygen supplied at normal operating condition, during start-up of the hydrogen production apparatus.    USE - For producing hydrogen, used for performing electrochemical reactions in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus can suppressing abnormal temperature rise in modifier during restraining operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for operation control for starting method of hydrogen production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining the starting control operation of hydrogen production apparatus, as above. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A heating controller (9) stops the heating of cylinder chamber (2), when the temperature of the cylinder chamber measured by a temperature sensor (6) is higher than a predetermined temperature. The heating controller outputs an indicating signal to an electric heater (7), so as to adjust the heating amount, when the measured temperature is less than a predetermined value.    USE - For producing reformed-gas rich in hydrogen used for electricity generation of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the heating controller controls the heating, the temperature rise of the cylinder chamber is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the reformed-gas production system.    cylinder chamber (2)    temperature sensor (6)    electric heater (7)    heating controller (9)
NOVELTY - The gas alarm has methane detection gas sensor and hydrogen detection gas sensor, for selectively detecting leakage of methane and hydrogen, respectively.    USE - For detecting leakage of heating gas, such as town gas.    ADVANTAGE - The gas alarm enables setup of warning concentration in an alarm easily with high accuracy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view of the above gas alarm.
NOVELTY - A fuel composition comprises 24-95 mass% of dimethyl ether, and 5-76 mass% of 1-4C hydrocarbons.    USE - For combustion machines, such as hot-water or molten-metal suppliers, stoves, and boilers.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel composition has favorable compatibility, and does not cause environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - The heavy hydrocarbon in crude gas of coke oven, is converted into light hydrocarbon with methane, by a hydrocracking catalyst, water vapor modification catalyst or hydrodesulfurization catalyst in a carrier.    USE - For processing crude gas from coke oven of coal tar chemical industry, petrochemical industry, to obtain hydrogen for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The processing method of crude gas, converts heat energy into light chemical energy, reduces amount of carbon dioxide ejected to atmosphere and enables stable heat recovery from heavy hydrocarbon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The gas containing light hydrocarbon is made to undergo partial oxidation and modified into synthesis gas with hydrogen as main constituent. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for processing system of crude gas from coke oven.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of crude gas processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Livestock excrements is pre-treated, during which temperature is adjusted to be appropriate for fermentation of excrements-processing microbe, by heating with circulating warm-water. Water is evaporated with the fermentation heat produced by the processing microbe. An excrements-processing machine adjusted for appropriate water content of primary and secondary fermentation of post-process, is used.    USE - For processing stock-raising excrements e.g. livestock excrements.    ADVANTAGE - The stock-raising excrements-processing method provides excellent processing efficiency. The foul smell during stock-raising excrements-processing is restrained. Space and energy are saved, and processing-cost is reduced. Volume-reduction is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for stock-raising excrement-processing apparatus having a paddle which stirs together the mixed efficiency of the mixture in an excrements-processing machine, and provides an increase rate in temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front elevation of the stock-raising excrements-processing apparatus.
NOVELTY - A circulator supplies the cured kneaded material to a mixer as a base process material which mixes the process base material containing microorganism and organic waste. The organic waste is processed by adding predetermined amount of microorganism to the cured kneaded material.    USE - For processing organic waste such as cattle feces, human waste sludges, sewage sludge, stable manure, paper manufacture sludge, food-processing waste and fishery process waste, etc.    ADVANTAGE - By adding microorganism to the kneaded material, the generation of bad smell is avoided efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an organic waste processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Mixing units (10,11) mix process material that contains microorganism with organic waste and the mixture is stored in a warehouse (42) for ripening. The ripened kneaded material is dropped from discharge port of warehouse onto the sheet-like pallet warehouse (24) which is moved orthogonal to running path (25). The ripened material is molded by molding frame and is used as process material to process organic waste.    USE - For processing organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - Bad smell of organic waste is suppressed and stores the processed material with uniform thickness.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the layout of organic waste processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mixing units (10,11)    pallet warehouse (24)    running path (25)    warehouse (42)
NOVELTY - The blade tip (42b) having less strength is attached to the fuselage (42a) of the stirring blade (42), which is attached to the stirring shaft (41) suspended horizontally in the treatment tank (2).    USE - For processing organic refuse carrier e.g. wooden fragments, sawdust.    ADVANTAGE - Frequent exchange of the blade is prevented. The blade tip is exchanged easily and cheaply. The blade tip does not generate noise during its operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The blade tip (42b) is fixed to the fuselage (42a) by screw fitting. The blade tip made of a hard material is formed to specific shape.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional view of the organic refuse processing apparatus.    treatment tank (2)    stirring shaft (41)    stirring blade (42)    fuselage (42a)    blade tip (42b)
NOVELTY - A treatment tank (2) has a stirring shaft (51) comprising stirring blades (5) and which is horizontally suspended between side walls of the tank. A motor (53) drives the shaft to stir organic substance in the tank along a transfer direction, such that the processed substance is transferred to following tank through an opening with a shutter (61) which is closed/opened by activating a switch at predetermined time intervals.    USE - For processing organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The processed organic substances are transferred easily, since the processed substance is efficiently stirred in the tank by driving the shaft including stirring blades along the transfer direction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the above organic substance processing apparatus.    treatment tank (2)    stirring blades (5)    stirring shaft (51)    motor (53)    shutter (61)
NOVELTY - Fermentation of organic solid waste is carried out by microorganisms and a compost is generated. When the weight of organic solid waste (4) reaches 10% of the initial amount, easily decomposable organic substance which relieves ammonia odor generated at the time of fermentation was added to fermentation apparatus (5).    USE - For eliminating bad odor e.g. ammonia generated in waste-water treatment plants, organic refuse ejected from house, rice straw ejected from farmhouse, or animal and plant scum ejected from foodstuffs processing factory.    ADVANTAGE - Odor is removed effectively and stably for a long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fermentation apparatus.    Organic solid waste (4)    Main body of processing apparatus (5)    Easily decomposable organic substance tank (8)
NOVELTY - Multiple filters (32,42) are provided in an exhaust route (27) of a treatment tank (5) for capturing the dust produced in the treatment tank.    USE - For decomposing organic refuse e.g. sawdust, peat-moss, wooden chip, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Improves versatility and provides efficient emission of dust. Ensures suppression of the noise generation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The filters are provided with antibacterial or deodorant property, which are detachedly arranged to the process machine housing whose lower portion is equipped with the treatment tank. The organic refuse supplied into the tank, is stirred with chaff and microorganisms so as to decompose organic refuse. The microorganism consists of enterobacteria and soil microbe of livestock. The exhaust route is divided into pair of routes. Detector (25) is provided for sensing the moisture content inside the treatment tank. A controller (54) is provided, to reduce the operation factor, when the detected water content value is below 35% and for exhausting the gas through any one of the exhaust route. The controller enables to lengthen the sleeping course with respect to the usual driving course. The secondary exhaust route is equipped with a deodorizer and a sterilizer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical side view of the organic refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    detector (25)    controller (54)
NOVELTY - A coagulant comprises a cellulose fiber. Alternatively, the coagulant comprises a cellulose fiber and an aluminum hydroxide, or a cellulose fiber and a iron hydroxide.    USE - For separating suspended solids from waste water treatment such as city water, sewage water and industrial waste liquid, and dehydration of sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The water-insoluble coagulant efficiently separates suspended solids using the aggregation effect of the cellulose fiber and aluminum hydroxide or iron hydroxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for separation of suspended solid by using the coagulant.
NOVELTY - A bioreactor biological preparation liquid for treating water is obtained by adding 0.1 Actinomyces and 1-5 litres of medium to microbial bed, aerating by adding nutrient and activator and allowing to propagate the Actinomyces microbe. The biological liquid is diffused at a rate of 100-1000 times in 10 l of water.    USE - For treating waste water.    ADVANTAGE - The method replenishes water by adding small amount of microbe, nutrient and activator to bioreactor. Hence the method enables to maintains natural environment without producing pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows perspective diagram of the bioreactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Sterilization tank (3)    Propagation tank (12)
NOVELTY - Processing foodstuffs waste material by conveying it from a carrier vehicle (2) to a waste disposal and treatment facility (4), is new. The carrier vehicle carries out the temperature control of the recovered waste to 50-80 degreesC, in a holding device (3). Temperature control is performed by circulating the carrier vehicle engine exhaust gas, in a heating pipe arranged in the holding device.    USE - For processing foodstuffs waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The processing method is easy, economical and efficient. The reproduction of various microorganisms is prevented. The foodstuffs waste material is heated uniformly, and the crushing time is shortened. Since methane fermentation of the waste material is carried out and methane gas is produced, the foodstuffs waste material is used as a fuel. Hence, foodstuffs waste material is converted into a fuel energy, saving resources of fossil fuel. The lactic acid produced by lactic acid fermentation is used as raw material for biolysis plastic. Fodder yeast is also manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for carrier vehicle equipped with a heating pipe for circulating the exhaust gas, and a holding device for accommodating the recovered foodstuffs waste material, from where the waste material is conveyed to a waste disposal and treatment facility.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the processing method of the foodstuffs waste material. (Drawing contains non-English language text).    Carrier vehicle (2)    Holding device (3)    Waste disposal and treatment facility (4)
NOVELTY - Cultivating microorganisms using a culture medium which is obtained by dissolving culture medium components in ocean deep water taken from a depth of 200 m or more of deep sea, or in sea surface-layer water, is new.    USE - For culturing microorganisms which uses sea water used in fertilizer, fodder, waste water treatment and soil improvement material.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to increase the colony forming unit of Thermophilus inoculum. The survival rate of the microorganism is maintained at high rate and the propagation of the microorganism is increased.
NOVELTY - A thermoplastic resin is impregnated into an organic waste, and a resin-impregnated material is obtained. The resin-impregnated material is heated at carbonization initial temperature of thermoplastic resin to 1000degreesC in a non-oxidizing atmosphere, and is carbonized to manufacture a carbonized material.    USE - For manufacture of a carbonized material, used for obtaining activated carbon (claimed) using an organic waste, such as foodstuffs waste material, livestock excrement and waste water treatment sludge. The carbonized material is used as fuel, packing material and functional material. The activated carbon is used for water treatment, and exhaust gas treatment.    ADVANTAGE - A carbonized material with high strength is manufactured. The activated carbon with high strength, and heavy metal absorption and odor gas absorption equal to commercially available activated carbon, is obtained using the carbonized material. Recycle of organic waste for manufacture of both carbonized material and activated carbon is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of activated carbon, by activating the carbonized material at 600-1000degreesC.
NOVELTY - An aerosol product comprises a tin plated, optionally lacquered canister; a propellant; an active formulation; and a canister corrosion inhibitor comprising a silicate.    USE - The aerosol product is e.g. air fresheners, car products, household products, fabric care, waxes, polishes, insecticides, ironing aides, fabric refresheners, and carpet cleaners.    ADVANTAGE - The invention does not have toxological impact, avoids yellowing of the formulation caused by the dissolution of the tin layers and the connected negatives related to stain removal, limits pit corrosion in case of non-homogeneously applied lacquered resin protective layer, avoids the formation of solid particles deriving from tin dissolution, and allows low cost and low impact on the overall formula cost.
NOVELTY - Heater pipe mounting for a fermenter, comprising: (a) a rail (1) with slots (5), into which the pipes fit; and (b) a cover strip (2) which is bolted to the rail.    USE - The heater pipe mounting is useful for a fermenter e.g. a biogas reactor.    ADVANTAGE - The formation of cold gaps between the pipes and the fermenter walls is avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the mounting.    Rail (1)    Cover strip (2)    Slots (5)
NOVELTY - Equipment for recovering biogas with a reduced hydrogen sulfide content from biomass comprises a biomass fermenter, which can be sealed air-tight, and contains biomass treated with sodium alginate.    USE - The equipment is used for recovering biogas with a reduced hydrogen sulfide content (claimed), which is used as regenerative energy source, e.g. for power stations and internal combustion engines.    ADVANTAGE - This method of desulfurization is very cheap and highly efficient. The hydrogen sulfide content is reduced to under 20 ppm and the ammonia content is also reduced considerably, whilst introduction of air or oxygen is avoided and the costs of agitation can be reduced considerably. The sulfur and nitrogen constituents in the substrate are available to plants. If the purified biogas is used in internal combustion engines, the exhaust gas is better. Reducing the hydrogen sulfide content allows the use of oxidation catalysts with long-term stability and also gives a considerable increase in the interval between oil changes and the life of the equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the fermenter.    Fermentation vessel (1)    Biomass (2)    Sodium alginate (3)
NOVELTY - A catalyst for full oxidization of combustible gas is an alumina or SiO2 carried Au-Pt-Co-K (Na, or Li) catalyst, in which Au, Pt and Co3O4 are primary active component and Li, Na, or K is cocatalyst. It has better catalytic activity for full oxidization of CO, H2, CO-H2 mixture and methane, so it can remove them from the O2-containing atmosphere.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas generation system includes: (i) catalyst chamber; (ii) a fuel chamber comprising a reactant material capable of generating hydrogen gas when contacting a catalyst; (iii) a spent fuel chamber for receiving the reactant material and the generated hydrogen gas; (iv) conduit with check valve, between the spent fuel chamber and the fuel chamber; and (v) an outlet conduit connected to the check valve.    USE - The system is for generating hydrogen from a fuel, such as borohydride.    ADVANTAGE - The system does not require electrical power to operate. It can be used to augment military and small stationary hydrogen generation system used as micropower sources. The fuel is delivered to the catalyst chamber without requiring an elaborate powered pumping system. Hydrogen gas is generated without the use of pump connected to the electrical power supply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen gas generation system includes catalyst chamber comprising a catalyst; a fuel chamber comprising a reactant material capable of generating hydrogen gas when contacting the catalyst; a spent fuel chamber connected to the catalyst chamber for receiving the reactant material and the generated hydrogen gas; a conduit having a valve between the spent fuel chamber and the fuel chamber; and an outlet conduit connected to the check valve.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating hydrogen gas comprising providing the above system, applying pressure to the fuel chamber such that the reactant material is conveyed to the catalyst chamber, and contacting the catalyst with the reactant material to generate hydrogen.
NOVELTY - A biological fermenting process for purifying swainsonine includes such steps as biological fermenting engineering with pulse rhizoctonia 7-3 strain to culture its mycelia containing high content of swainsonine, extracting in alcohol solvent, cationic exchange, silica-gel column chromatography and segmental sublimation. Its advantages are low cost, high purity (more than or equal to 99%) and highoutput rate.
NOVELTY - A biological additive comprises Streptococcus fecalis, plant lactobacillus, cheese lactobacillus, Dai's lactobacillus, lichen bacillus, cellulose clastic enzyme, FeCl3.6H2O, CuSO4.5H2O, H3BO4, MnCl2. 4H2O, EnSO4.7H2O, Co(NO3)2.6H2O, CaCl2 and solid adsorbent such as wheat bran, corn flour or rice husk.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A biological additive comprises Streptococcus fecalis, plant lactobacillus, cheese lactobacillus, Dai's lactobacillus, lichen bacillus, cellulose clastic enzyme, FeCl3.6H2O, CuSO4.5H2O, H3BO4, MnCl2. 4H2O, EnSO4.7H2O, Co(NO3)2.6H2O, CaCl2 and solid adsorbent such as wheat bran, corn flour or rice husk. The animal feed is obtained through mixing the additive with straw or stalk of crops, adding less edible salt, water and bran, and fermenting in enclosed cellar for 10 days, and features good taste for animals, soft mass, and high effect to increase the output of milk or meat.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a solid oxide fuel cell (22) and specific type fuel cell (24) performing electricity generation reaction at temperature less than 250 degrees C. The reaction fuel gas not used for recycling in solid oxide fuel cell, is fed to a carbon monoxide shift reactor (32) and then to specific type fuel cell so as to make raw fuel gas usage ratio in solid oxide fuel cell between 65-80%.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Since a portion of reaction fuel gas from the solid oxide fuel cell is fed to the another fuel cell, the raw fuel gas usage ratio is reduced and electricity generating efficiency is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solid oxide fuel cells (22)    specific type fuel cell (24)    carbon monoxide shift reactor (32)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen gas production apparatus consists of several modules (110-170), each consisting of a processing core arranged within an interior space of a shell, which are sequentially stacked along a common axis. The modules respectively, comprises autothermal reforming catalyst bed, primary heat exchanger (121), desulfurization catalyst bed, water gas shift catalyst bed, secondary heat exchanger (161) and preferential oxidation catalyst bed.    USE - For production of hydrogen rich gas used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The sequential flow of hydrocarbon fuel into the modules enables to efficiently convert the hydrocarbon fuel into hydrogen rich gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the hydrogen production apparatus.    modules (110-170)    heat exchangers (121,161)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell (20) generates electric power, by reacting fuel with oxygen contained in air and provides electric power to an electronic circuit (24). An oxygen density detector (28) detects the density of oxygen contained in the air provided to the fuel cell. A micro-controller (22) continuously detects the signal indicating oxygen density output by the detector, to control the power supplied to the electronic circuit.    USE - Electronic apparatus e.g. notebook computer, cellular telephone, personal data assistant (PDA). Also, e.g. house-hold appliances and component used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the micro-controller detects the oxygen density of air supplied to fuel cell regularly, power consumption is reduced, and ensures steady operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the structure of electronic apparatus powered by fuel cell.    Fuel cell (20)    Micro-controller (22)    Electronic circuit (24)    Oxygen density detector (28)
NOVELTY - A compressor arrangement comprises an electric motor to deliver output air to the fuel cell system, a housing at least partly surrounding the compressor an/or electric motor, and air permeable sound insulation at least partly surrounding the compressor and/or electric motor.    USE - For the operation of a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus achieves effective and noise attenuation without undesired heat build-up arising, and increases the reliability of the fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A compressor arrangement for fuel cell system, comprises a compressor (12) with an intake air inlet, an electric motor (14) to deliver output air to the fuel cell system, a housing at least partly surrounding the compressor an/or electric motor, and air permeable sound insulation in the housing (30, 36) and at least partly surrounding the compressor and/or electric motor. It is adapted to intake air to pass through the air-permeable sound insulation before entering the compressor inlet.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating the compressor arrangement provided in a fuel cell system (22), comprising using the compressor to suck-in intake air and directing the intake air over at least one of the device, compressor and motor prior to entering the compressor inlet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the basic design of the invention.    Compressor (12)    Electric motor (14)    Air flow (18)    Fuel cell system (22)    Housing (30, 36)    Foam material (32)
NOVELTY - A Biologically pure culture of a Rhodobacter PS9 strain (I), ATCC (PTA-3931), and its mutants which are capable of utilizing 3-methyl indole as a carbon and electron source, is new.    USE - (I) is useful for odor remediation and fermentation in anaerobic livestock waste lagoons, to reduce the concentration of malodorous volatile organic compounds in anaerobic live-stock waste lagoons. Reconstituted cells of (I) are also useful for large-scale biomass/enzyme production.    ADVANTAGE - (I) reduces the odor associated with livestock waste lagoons in a reproducible, cost effective and environmentally friendly manner. Furthermore, it also permits the large-scale production of biomass relying only on naturally-occurring conditions and does not require the addition of antibiotics or other exogenous compounds.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) an inoculum (II) comprising the above culture and a carrier; and    (2) inoculating a livestock waste lagoon with (II), comprising:    (a) adjusting the organic load of the waste lagoon, where the protein concentration of the livestock waste lagoon is less than about 1 g/l;    (b) elevating the temperature of the livestock waste lagoon to at least about 22 degrees C; and    (c) adjusting the pH of the livestock waste lagoon to pH 6.9-7.8 and providing the inoculum to the waste lagoon.
NOVELTY - A method for preparing a material for a laminated plastic fiber board from a pulp sludge and a method for producing a plasticized fiber board are disclosed. A pulp sludge is a sludge generated from treating waste water during a paper making process and contains about 70% of water; the dry basis mainly comprises short cellulose of wood and clay, etc; since the pulp sludge contains a large amount of water and organic wood fiber material, it is easy to grow mould and generate foul odor due to the fermentation of anaerobes contained therein when the sludge is in a poor treatment environment of waste material, e.g. a landfill site of trash, thereby badly affecting surrounding environmental quality, a pulp sludge is a troublesome waste material for the paper making industry. The technology according to the present invention re-utilizes the pulp sludge as a material for preparing a plasticized fiber board by using the residual natural wood fiber in the pulp sludge (about 70 to 80% of the pulp volume on the dry basis); these residual fibers have a good toughness and can effectively provide a strength to the fiber board. On the other hand, the clay component (about 20 to 30% of the pulp volume on the dry basis) in the pulp sludge can provide an effective anti-combustion property for the laminated plastic fiber board.
NOVELTY - A garbage disposing apparatus equipped with a horizontal rotation stirrer is provided to eliminate a problem of rotating blades to be damaged by substances in the apparatus and to reduce area possessed by the apparatus by laminating a number of horizontal stirrers.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus(100) comprises a rotational stirrer including a body(120) having annular cross-section around an imaginary horizontal line(112), a narrow inlet(122) formed by a side of the body tapered, a widen outlet(124) formed by the other side of the body tapered and a driving component(130) for rotating the body along the imaginary line; and a supporting rod(140) containing inner space formed by the inlet and the outlet directly connected each other to support both of them. The body has a plurality of ridges and furrows in a rotational direction and each of the furrows is formed with a transfer sill and a stirring sill in order to uniformly agitate mixture of garbage waste and raw material.
NOVELTY - A mixture cooling fluid composition for a high temperature and a cooler for a high temperature containing the cooling fluid are provided, to replace HCFC-22 without the change of the system of a cooler.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The mixture cooling fluid composition comprises 50-70 wt% of propane and 30-50 wt% of 1,1-difluoroethane. Preferably the mixture cooling fluid composition comprises further 0-5 wt% of an additive selected from the group consisting of carbon dioxide, trifluoromethyl iodide and their mixture, to improve the inflammability of the hydrocarbon-based cooling fluid. Preferably the mixture cooling fluid composition comprises 55-57 wt% of propane; 41-43 wt% of 1,1-difluoroethane; and 1-2 wt% of an additive selected from the group consisting of carbon dioxide, trifluoromethyl iodide and their mixture.
NOVELTY - Provided is a method for fermenting paper slurry using a helical ribbon agitator to increase the productivity of alcohol.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for fermenting paper slurry is characterized by the following steps:    (i) obtaining dissociated paper which contains 57% cellulose by adding used paper and 2L of distilled water into a disintegrator and centrifuging the paper at 1000rpm for 15 minutes;    (ii) adding the dissociated paper, medium containing 2% of corn steep liquor, 30FPU/g of cellulase, and 13.3 IU/g of beta-glucosidase to citrate buffer of pH 4.8 during an early stage of fermentation intermittently; and    (iii) agitating the mixture by a helical ribbon agitator.
NOVELTY - A laminate sheet (2) having an insulating sheet (3) is wound spirally between a stack container (1) and a husk structure (9). The laminate sheet contains laminate structure (8) which laminate a resin sheet (5) through which active material for anode and cathode is circulated, and a carbon electrode film (6) through with active material is circulated is provided on both sides of an ion exchange element (7).    USE - For electric vehicle, electric power generation installation, used in combination with solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - A less weight redox flow-type battery is obtained by using the resin sheet and carbon film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the vanadium redox flow-type battery.    stack container (1)    laminate sheet (2)    insulating sheet (3)    resin sheet (5)    carbon electrode film (6)    ion exchange element (7)    laminate (8)    husk structure (9)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen manufacturing apparatus is equipped with an auxiliary combustion room (2) at the periphery of a modification reaction chamber (1) in which hydrogen is obtained by partial oxidation of hydrocarbon group fuel raw material and water vapor modification reaction.    USE - For fuel cells, such as domestic fuel cell and solid polymer fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen manufacturing apparatus response to a quick start and is compact. The side wall of the circumference of the modification catalyst in the hydrogen manufacturing apparatus is endured at high temperature. The hydrogen manufacturing apparatus is cheap. The hydrogen manufacturing apparatus have good thermal efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross- section of the hydrogen manufacturing apparatus.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    modification reaction chamber (1)    auxiliary combustion room (2)
NOVELTY - The exhaust gas emitted from the cathode of a fuel cell (1) using hydrogen as reactive gas, is recirculated by a compressor (7) and supplied to the cathode, when the power generation is to be stopped. The power generation continues using the residual oxygen in the exhaust gas and stops when the power generation falls below predetermined value.    USE - For controlling electric power generation in fuel cell using hydrogen as reactive gas, used by electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - As the oxygen concentration of the recirculated exhaust gas reduces due to power generation, the cathode is sealed with inert gas at the time of power generation stoppage. Thus, the polymer electrolyte membrane of the fuel cell is protected even when a cross leak between oxygen and hydrogen occurs, without using a separate inert gas supply system. Thus, the size and weight of the fuel cell system are reduced effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    compressor (7)
NOVELTY - The fuel reformer includes an evaporator (12) to perform partial oxidation of heating gas containing water vapor. A modifier (14) modifies the heating gas into reformed gas using a modification catalyst (15). Air from a purge air supply line (19) is intermittently supplied to the evaporator after shutdown for scavenging residual gas in the modifier and suppressing overheat of catalyst.    USE - For solid polymer fuel cell in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Safe scavenging of residual gas is enabled after shutdown, hence poisoning and overheating of modification catalyst are prevented, effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel reformer operation control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    evaporator (12)    modifier (14)    modification catalyst (15)    purge air supply line (19)
NOVELTY - A hydrocarbon compound is reformed in presence of oxygen, water vapor and a catalyst, to obtain a gas composition containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen. The gas composition is contacted with a catalyst containing VIII group metal selected from rhodium, iridium, palladium and/or platinum and then with ruthenium catalyst.    USE - For hydrogen production unit for supplying hydrogen fuel to fuel cells (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The auto thermal reforming method and apparatus has good oxidation stability over a long period of time. The hydrogen production unit provides stable manufacture of hydrogen and the fuel cell has good stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) auto thermal reforming apparatus;    (2) hydrogen production unit having auto thermal reforming apparatus; and    (3) fuel-cell system using hydrogen from hydrogen production unit, as fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of fuel cell.
NOVELTY - A steam generation unit (11) provided in the combustion furnace of a modifier (3), generates wet water vapor stream, from introduced feedwater for reformation, using combustion exhaust gas. The generated stream flows into a cooling pipe (9) of carbon monoxide removal device (5) and then flows into a flow pipe (7a) as superheated steam, for reforming the heating gas.    USE - Solid-polymer fuel-cell electric power generator.    ADVANTAGE - The stabilized reformed gas is supplied using water vapor produced without pulsation and also shortens the starting time of solid-polymer fuel-cell electric power generator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solid-polymer fuel-cell electric power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic block diagram of the solid-polymer fuel-cell electric power generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modifier (3)    carbon monoxide removal device (5)    flow pipe (7a)    cooling pipe (9)    steam generation unit (11)
NOVELTY - The hydrocarbon modification catalyst comprises an active alloy of noble metals and ruthenium on a basic support. The basic support contains complex oxides such as zinc oxide, aluminum oxide, silicon oxide, titanium oxide, cerium oxide and zirconium oxide.    USE - For manufacture of hydrogen by modification of liquid hydrocarbon compound.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrocarbon modified catalyst is excellent in safety, has improved oxidation resistance due to inclusion of active alloy in basic support, and durability. The catalyst has excellent reaction selectivity and suppressed caulking effect.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrocarbon modification catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph shows the relationship between temperature and conversion ratio of hydrocarbon modification catalyst.
NOVELTY - An evaporator (15) vaporizes fuel consisting of water and methanol. A superheater (14) superheats the vaporized fuel at the upstream side of the evaporator. A backup evaporator (13) provided at the superheater, vaporizes the fuel at the inlet of the superheater.    USE - For fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The installation of the backup evaporator promotes temperature reduction of combustion gas and reduces internal temperature difference and improves heat resisting property. The vaporization of the fuel is enhanced and heated-gas supply to a modification catalyst can be started promptly. Hence, starting time of the modifier can be shortened.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of a fuel cell system with the modifier.    modifier (8)    backup evaporator (13)    superheater (14)    evaporator (15)
NOVELTY - The original fuel is reformed to hydrogen rich gas, by igniting a shift burner (9) to raise the temperature of a carbon monoxide (CO) transformer (2) and a CO removal device (3), to predetermined values. After the combustion of the shift burner is stopped, a burner (1a) of a modifier (1), is ignited and the temperature of the modifier is raised.    USE - For starting reformer in fuel cell system e.g. for town gas.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the condensation of water vapor present in the reformer gas within CO transformer at time of starting of the fuel cell system, and shortens the starting time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text). (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modifier (1)    burner (1a)    CO transformer (2)    CO removal device (3)    shift burner (9)
NOVELTY - A cylindrical unit (141) has cavities into which the catalysts are arranged for performing hydrogenation reaction and dehydrogenation reaction. The dehydrogenation or hydrogenation reaction is performed by spraying hydrogen producing compound or hydrogen storage compound containing an aromatic compound, into the cavities.    USE - For generating and storing hydrogen which is used as energy source such as fuel cell for use in vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generation object or the hydrogen storage object contact the catalyst reliably since the catalyst is arranged in the cylindrical narrow hole. Thus the reaction efficiency of hydrogenation reaction or dehydrogenation reaction is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the hydrogen storage-supply system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    cylindrical unit (141)
NOVELTY - The wire comprises a core containing a hydrogen occlusion material such as magnesium or magnesium alloy, and a shell containing a hydrogen dissociating material such as palladium or palladium alloy.    USE - For use in fuel cell of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The occlusion of large amount of hydrogen is performed quickly and the wire is manufactured easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen storage wire manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional views of the circular and rectangular wires. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A high temperature gas produced by a secondary combustor (701) is transferred to an evaporator (102). A bypass control valve (703) regulates combustion gas flow through a bypass route (702). A fuel flow regulating device (704) regulates fuel flow to the secondary combustor. A controller (401) controls the valve and the fuel flow regulating device based on load and acceleration of a fuel cell electric vehicle.    USE - In fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Phase difference produced between input/output of the evaporator during transition running of vehicle is reduced by controlling the bypass control valve and fuel flow regulating device based on load and acceleration of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the control device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    evaporator (102)    controller (401)    secondary combustor (701)    bypass route (702)    bypass control valve (703)    fuel flow regulating device (704)
NOVELTY - Supercritical pressurized water is heated using heat generated from the reactor core (1) of supercritical pressure light water cooling furnace. Hydrocarbon is mixed with heated supercritical pressurized water to produce hydrogen and then the water is cooled.    USE - For producing hydrogen in nuclear reactor, for being used as fuel for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Nuclear reactor produces hydrogen economically and without pollution. Combustion of hydrogen does not result in toxic substances and does not pollute the environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen production system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reactor core (1)
NOVELTY - A heat retention material (54) in the lower portion of the combustion gasifying flue (10), is heated with a combustion nozzle (13). One part of biomass fuel (12) is ignited for thermal decomposition of biomass fuel of combustion layer and its periphery. Reformed gas is generated by reaction of air gaseous mixture, from which ash content and unreacted tar are removed to supply purified gas.    USE - For gasification of biomass e.g. timber chips such as thin wood, driftwood material, pruning material, construction waste material, weeds, grass, sugarcane, herb, refuse derived fuels, chaff, cattle feces.    ADVANTAGE - Removes tar and soot automatically and reliably. Oxidation, reduction and modification of biomass into purified gas are performed reliably. Generation of thermal decomposition gas is performed reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The heat retention material in the modified layer zone is heated and the biomass fuel is ignited by moving the position of the same combustion nozzle. The hot carbon content in the ash is attracted in combustion layer zone at the bottom position of the thermal decomposition zone and modified-layer zone. The air supplied to modified layer zone is heated by the latent heat of the purified gas, which heats water to generate water vapor during heat exchange process. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the biomass gasifier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the biomass gasification apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    combustion gasifying flue (10)    biomass fuel (12)    combustion nozzle (13)    heat retention material (54)
NOVELTY - The carbon material has micrographite structure (2) of a microcrystal. The micrographite structure has Lc value of 10 nm or less along c-axial direction and La value of 50 nm or less along a-axial direction.    USE - For hydrogen storage.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon material is formed into the micrographite by modification, and shows high specific surface area and excellent hydrogen occlusion ability in 273-373 K by increasing the exposure degree of edge surface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of carbon material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an example of the concept of micrographite structure and a hydrogen occlusion state.    micrographite structure (2)
NOVELTY - Novel solid-liquid separator comprises a screw (14) that pushes the excrements from hopper (8) equipped with pulverization unit (9), and a cylindrical screen (13) provided in the periphery side of screw separates excrements into solid and liquid component.    USE - The solid-liquid separator is useful for separating solid and liquid components of livestock excretion e.g. cow bred in farm house, breeding farm of horse and pig.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents bridge formation within the hopper by adhesion of excrements. Ensures smooth excrements process operation and improves working efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Solid-liquid separator comprises a pulverization unit that is equipped with rotary shaft and pulverization arm which is bent in opposite direction of rotation of the shaft. A control apparatus controls the rotation of pulverization unit based on the detection of rotation of pulverization unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional side view of structure of the solid-liquid separator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Hopper (8)    Pulverization unit (9)    Cylindrical screen (13)    Screw (14)
NOVELTY - Removal of pollutant involves providing pollutant capturing component into contaminated soil (2) which removes pollutant by latching. A granule path (4) is provided in the soil and is filled with granule (6). A pollutant latch pipe (16) is installed inside the soil, and is made to contact in portion(s) with granules. The pressure inside the latch pipe is removed to remove pollutant from the contaminated soil.    USE - For purification of contaminated soil and waste material deposition field.    ADVANTAGE - The negative pressure range in the latch pipe is increased for attracting the pollutants from the soil. The method enables to easily latch pollutants in slity soil or viscose, and partially water permeable soil. The disintegration of wall surface provided to the granule path is avoided during construction. The time required for completing the purification construction is reduced. The inflow of air from earth surface to latch pipe is prevented by providing a cover material to the opening present in the granule path, hence negative pressure reduction is prevented and pollutants are latched efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an explanatory showing the removal of pollutants.    Contaminated soil (2)    Granule path (4)    Granule (6)    Pollutants latch pipe (16)
NOVELTY - The stirring unit is mounted at an outer wall (4) of the collection or fermentation basin. It has a fine steel frame (3) mounted in concrete, an attachment frame (5) is bolted to it with a natural rubber sealing membrane and a steel flange. A carrier arm (1) supports a stirrer blade and is coupled (11) to the drive shaft (10) of a geared motor (12). The stirrer moves horizontally and/or vertically by hydraulic or electromechanical cylinders (14). A collar seal (2) gives a sealed passage into the basin.    USE - The stirrer is useful for liquids with a content of solid matter e.g. liquid manure, sludge fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The stirrer gives a permanent mixing action at various points in the clarification assembly. The stirrer can be maintained, modified, or replaced wholly or partially, without shutting down the system or emptying the basin because the drive components are outside the basin wall.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the stirrer.    Stirrer carrier arm (1)    Fine steel frame (3)    Basin wall (4)    Attachment frame (5)    Drive shaft (10)    Coupling (11)    Motor (12)    Electromechanical or hydraulic cylinder (14)
NOVELTY - In hydrogen generator for operating fuel cells, with reformer for converting hydrocarbon gas and water to H2 and other reformer products (I) followed by heat-generating catalyst stage(s) for reaction-specific chemical treatment of (I) with temperature-specific heat exchanger(s).    USE - The apparatus is used for generating hydrogen for operating fuel cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus, which is compact, can be made more easily than usual and gives better internal heat exchange between catalyst stages and heat exchangers.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In hydrogen (H2) generator for operating fuel cells, with reformer (1) for converting hydrocarbon gas and water to H2 and other reformer products (I) followed by heat-generating catalyst stage(s) (2) for reaction-specific chemical treatment of (I) with temperature-specific heat exchanger(s) (3), the catalyst stage(s) (2) is parallelipipedal and has a rectangular flow cross-section and the heat exchanger(s) (3) matches this cross-section.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a section through the hydrogen generator.    Reformer (1)    Catalyst stage (2)    Heat exchanger (3)    Tube (5)    Vane (6)    Burner (9)
NOVELTY - Process for operating an apparatus for producing hydrogen for operating fuel cells comprises supplying a defined quantity of process heat from a heat source (2) designed as a burner to a reformer (1) having downstream catalyst stages (3) for converting hydrocarbon gas and water into hydrogen and other reformer products.    USE - Used for operating an apparatus for producing hydrogen for operating fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Electricity and heating requirements can be fulfilled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - When required, additional heat is released which is removed from the apparatus for a separate use. In this case an additional exhaust gas flue (4) is opened to remove the heat unaffected by the reformer process using a heat exchanger (5) arranged in the exhaust gas flue.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for producing hydrogen for operating fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a possible construction of the apparatus.    Reformer (1)    Heat source (2)    Catalyst stage (3)    Exhaust gas flue (4, 7)    Heat exchanger (5)    Flap (8)    Supply connection (15)    Product connection (18)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell system comprises a fuel cell (3) and a gas producing system (2) for producing a hydrogen-containing gas for the fuel cell. The gas producing system has a device (19) for introducing a gaseous fuel. The gaseous fuel is introduced into the gas producing system in a region before the reformer stage (8).    USE - None given.    ADVANTAGE - Quick and simple start up is guaranteed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for starting up a fuel cell system comprising initially introducing a gaseous fuel into the gas producing system and controlling the combustion in a catalytic burner (15, 16).    Preferred Features: The gaseous fuel is produced from a liquid starting material methanol (CH3OH) or a mixture of water and CH3OH. The device for introducing the gaseous fuel is formed as a pyrolysis stage or a partial oxidation stage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system.    Gas producing system (2)    Fuel cell (3)    Reformer stage (8)    Catalytic burner (15, 16)    Fuel introduction system (19)
NOVELTY - The unit includes two concentric cylindrical pipe sections (1, 6). Each has openings (2, 7, 2a, 7a) in its surfaces (5a, 5b). The pipe sections can be turned relative to each other, allowing the oxygen-containing medium (A) to flow into the inner cylindrical pipe section (1).    USE - For the controlled supply of oxygen into a gas generator for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The unit is compact and easily constructed. It is not vulnerable to failure e.g. as a result of contamination. Control is inexpensive. Throughput is varied by relative angular displacement, and by the shape of holes employed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The inner tube of the unit, and combined inner and outer tubes are seen in perspective views.    concentric cylindrical pipe sections (1, 6)    openings (2, 7, 2a, 7a)    surfaces (5a, 5b)    oxygen containing medium (A)
NOVELTY - Dilute sodium hydroxide washing agent is discharged from an olefin e.g. ethylene plant and is then neutralized by carbon dioxide derived from the removal of CO2 from the feed gas.    USE - Process to render ethylene plant waste suitable for disposal.    ADVANTAGE - The process minimizes the costs of rendering dilute NaOH effluent suitable for disposal to conventional waste water treatment plant.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The CO2 is derived using a regenerative acid gas wash especially amine wash of ethane. The CO2 is introduced to a flow of effluent NaOH as this is fed to a stripping column to expel acid gas components from the effluent NaOH. A stripping gas containing methane and mixed with CO2 is also introduced to the stripping column. Stripping column liquid effluent is further treated with CO2 producing gas which is returned to the stripping column together with atmospheric air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a block flow chart diagram of the process.    Liquid effluent pipe (1)    stripping column (2)    acid gas pipe (8)    sulfide-free and neutralized caustic soda discharge pipe (9)
NOVELTY - First, the invention adopts steam-knocking process to make hemicellulose and lignin in the hemp partially degrade, then uses the micro-biological zymogenic and zymolytic coupling method to make the steam-knocked hemp undergo further degumming treatment, finally uses hydrogen peroxide to bleach hemp. The prepared refined help is white and loose, and its quantity is good. The steam-knocking treatment can degrade 80% of hemicellulose and pectin initially. It not only can provide required nutrients for micro-biological fermentation, but also can break natural structure of hemp, so that it is favorable for zymolysis of pectin and removing it so as to attain the goal of degumming hemp.
NOVELTY - The catalytic conversion method for preparing isobutane and gasoline richly-containing isoparaffin is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalytic conversion method for preparing isobutane and gasoline richly-containing isoparaffin includes: injecting preheated hydrocarbon oil raw material into first reaction zone and contacting it with hot catalyst, and making them produce reaction under the following conditions; reaction temp. is 530-620 deg.C, reaction pressure is 0.2-1.2 MPa, reaction time is 0. 1-2.0 sec., ratio of catalyst and oil is 5-18 and weight ratio of aqueous vapor and raw material oil is 0.05-0.3:1; feeding the mixture is reaction oil-gas and catalyst into second reaction zone, through first reaction zone, mixing the mixture with chilling medium injected into the reaction zone, and making them produce reaction under the following conditions: reaction temp. 420-550 deg. C, pressure 0.2-1.2 MPa, time 1.0-20.0 sec. ratio of catalyst and oil is 5-30 and weight ratio of aqueous vapor and raw material oil is 0.05-0.3:1.
NOVELTY - The pulp-making process by using microbial fermentation process is mainly aimed at solving the problem of black liquor polluting environment, and includes the following steps: cutting wheat (rice) straw or wood material, moistening cut wheat (rice) straw or wood material, inoculating the moistened cut wheat (rice) straw or wood material with bacteria or actino mycetes, fermenting and heating, continuously fermenting and zymolysis so as to obtain straw (wood) pulp.
NOVELTY - Process for the generation of hydrogen by a homogeneous reaction of water vapor with one or more fuels, notably petrol, gas oil, butane or propane and/or natural gas and/or vegetable oils, esters or alcohols. The conversion results in a hydrogen-rich mixture with carbon monoxide by an endothermic reaction.    USE - The process is used as a localized hydrogen generator for use mainly in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - In mixing the fuel with water vapor to attain a molar ratio H2O/C greater than 2, cracking and cokefaction of the fuel during rise in temperature is avoided. A wide range of fuels can be used, including polyaromatics. The succession of preconversion/oxidation/conversion stages at high temperature curtails the response time of the generator, and in particular the temperature rise from cold start is considerably reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Process for the generation of hydrogen by a homogeneous reaction of water vapor with one or more fuels, notably petrol, gas oil, butane or propane and/or natural gas and/or vegetable oils, esters or alcohols. The conversion results in a hydrogen-rich mixture with carbon monoxide by an endothermic reaction. The conversion process is effected at a high temperature of 1600-2400 K in the absence of a catalyst and avoids the formation of soot or cokefaction. Polyaromatics contained in the fuels and intermediate products of the reaction are converted to hydrogen and carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide. The conversion time is between 1 ms (2200K) and 1s (1800K).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the installation of the process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates a form of the installation (drawing includes non-English language text).    preheating zone (1)    primary reactor (2)    primary reaction zone (3)    high velocity injectors (4)    secondary reaction zone (5)    cooling zone (6)
NOVELTY - A catalyst composition comprises a dehydrogenation portion, an oxidation portion and a hydrodesulfurization portion.    USE - For autothermal hydrodesulfurizing and reforming of sulfur-containing carbonaceous fuel (claimed) used for producing hydrogen-rich gas used in fuel cell power generation systems.    ADVANTAGE - The degradation of catalyst performance and poisoning of the catalyst are prevented. The catalyst composition has improved sulfur tolerance and coking resistance.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a rapid compost fermentation method, which is characterized in: smashing an organic waste material; adjusting the material to a suitable C/N ratio and moisture content before adding the material into a fermentation machine; using the high temperature (60 to 100degreesC) in the reaction tank to destroy the harmful microorganisms in the material while increasing the activity of the highly thermophilic bacteria to perform a rapid fermentation; adding an A-T ferment composition formed of highly thermophilic bacteria and activated carbon into the fermentation machine to convert organic waste material into an organic fertilizer within 8 to 24 hours.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen supply apparatus includes a water electrolysis stack (2) which generates hydrogen by electrolyzing water and simultaneously supplies generated hydrogen to hydrogen occlusion alloy (A), through a valve (16).    USE - Hydrogen supply apparatus for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents explosion by supplying hydrogen to hydrogen occlusion alloy immediately after generation. Prevents wastage of hydrogen gas. Enables restraining pressure fluctuation in water electrolysis stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the hydrogen supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrolysis stack (2)    valve (16)    hydrogen occlusion alloy (A)
NOVELTY - Fuel modifier comprises flat shaped fuel modification catalyst layer (9) for steam reforming of the fuel, to generate hydrogen gas. The hydrogen gas selectively permeates through a plate shaped hydrogen-permeation film (10). The carbon monoxide present in the hydrogen gas is converted into methane, by a carbon monoxide conversion catalyst layer.    USE - For fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The size of the fuel modifier is reduced and mass production is achieved using a simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the flow path in the fuel modifier. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    fuel modification catalyst layer (9)    hydrogen permeation film (10)
NOVELTY - An evaporated raw material supply portion (40) is installed with an evaporation pipeline (42) which utilizes surplus heat of a heating portion (50), for uniform mixing of a vaporized liquid raw material and a gaseous raw material. The uniformly mixed raw material gas mixture is introduced into a modification reaction portion.    USE - For producing reformed gas.    ADVANTAGE - Supplies uniformly mixed vaporized liquid raw material and gaseous raw material due to provision of the evaporation pipeline.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of the modification reaction device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modification reaction portion (1)    container (3)    combustor (8)    combustion gas flow path (9)    raw material supply portion (40)    raw material inlet tube (41)    evaporation pipeline (42)    return gas passageway (44)    heating portion (50)
NOVELTY - An electric power generation cell (11) generates electric power using the hydrogen supplied from the storage unit (13). An utilization apparatus (12) operates using the electric power supplied from the electric power generation cell. A controller (14) controls the amount of hydrogen supplied to the power generation cell.    USE - For controlling generation of electric power using fuel cell used in vehicle such as motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle. Also for battery used in portable electronic device such as notebook computer, personal digital assistant.    ADVANTAGE - Stabilizes the supply of electric power, by appropriate control of hydrogen for fuel cell. Responds flexibly even when the apparatus using electric power generated is diversified.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a fuel cell electric power generation control method;    (2) a fuel cell; and    (3) an electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell electric power generation control system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    power generation cell (11)    utilization apparatus (12)    storage unit (13)    controller (14)
NOVELTY - A modifier installed in a combustion chamber (4) uses heat energy emitted from burning of unused fuel (5) and oxidizing agent (6) in the chamber to reform the fuel supplied from a fuel supply unit to the fuel cell module (3).    USE - Used as a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Heat energy generated by the burning of unused fuel and oxidizing agent is used effectively and failure rate is reduced considerably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fuel cell module (3)    Combustion chamber (4)    Unused fuel (5)    Unused oxidizing agent (6)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen occlusion tank (24) of a vehicle (23) driven by a fuel cell (22), is connected to an externally hydrogen supply source (27) by a filling path (26) connected by a coupling (28). The removal devices (32,34) are provided to remove the gas from upstream of a closing valve (30) which closes the filling path on the downstream of the coupling to a branch (37) from the filling path.    USE - For filling hydrogen from external hydrogen supply source to hydrogen occlusion tank mounted on fuel cell electric vehicle driven by fuel cell which uses hydrogen stored in hydrogen occlusion alloy in hydrogen occlusion tank as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - A poisoning material can be prevented from flowing into hydrogen occlusion tank, when filling hydrogen into the hydrogen occlusion tank from an external hydrogen supply source through filling path, since a removal device is provided to remove the gas from the upstream side of a closing valve which closes the filling path on the downstream of a coupling which connects the hydrogen supply source. The original property of the hydrogen occlusion tank can be maintained and prolonged usage can be enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The coupling is formed with a pair of connectors (28a,28b) which detachedly connect the filling paths on the vehicle side and the hydrogen supply source side. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen filling method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the hydrogen filling equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (22)    vehicle (23)    hydrogen occlusion tank (24)    filling path (26)    hydrogen supply source (27)    coupling (28)    connectors (28a,28b)    closing valve (30)    removal devices (32,34)    branched path (37)
NOVELTY - Carbon dioxide is added to a lower hydrocarbon and thermal decomposition is performed in presence of a catalyst, to produce hydrogen. The catalyst comprises nickel on zeolite support.    USE - In chemical fields.    ADVANTAGE - Conversion ratio of hydrocarbon is improved by adding carbon dioxide to the reaction system. Hydrogen is efficiently manufactured while catalyst activity is maintained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The lower hydrocarbon is methane.
NOVELTY - Ultrasonic wave is irradiated on carbon material, which is then made to occlude hydrogen.    USE - The occluded hydrogen is used for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Carbon material of large weight enables occlusion of hydrogen at more than the constant rate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph shows the hydrogen content in powder-like graphite nano-fiber by combustion method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A combustible gas containing more than 5% carbon monoxide is set alight using a combustion catalyst. The catalyst contains palladium oxide and platinum.    USE - For fuel cells mounted in motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The gas is fired promptly and stably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the hydrogen supply system in a fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The reformer comprises a modification reactor (1) for producing reformed gas, a heat exchanger (2) for cooling the reformed gas, a water gas shifter (3) for reducing carbon monoxide and a reformed gas flow path (21) provided adjacent to the heat exchanger. The reformed gas flow path has container body (4), a cooling medium flow path and a supported catalyst.    USE - For producing hydrogen used as fuel in fuel cell system for fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The reformer has miniaturized water gas shifter and maintains favorable catalyst property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The reformer comprises a modification reactor (1) for producing reformed gas, heat exchanger (2) for cooling the reformed gas, water gas shifter (3) for reducing carbon monoxide and reformed gas flow path (21) provided adjacent to the heat exchanger. The reformed gas flow path circulates reformed gas in a container (4) and cools in a cooling medium flow path. The inside of the reformed gas flow path has a shift catalyst support for catalyzing the water gas shift reaction. The reformer further has a selective oxidation reactor where carbon monoxide in the reformed gas is reacted with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the reformer and the heat exchanger which incorporates the water gas shifter. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modification reactor (1)    heat exchanger (2)    water gas shifter (3)    container (4)    reformed gas flow path (21)
NOVELTY - A zigzag shaped cylindrical tube (17) is provided vertically between the tanks (16,18). The catalysts (20) and coolants (22) are circulated inside the tube. A hydrogen source or hydrogen content material is made to contact with the catalysts to vaporize the material. The coolant cools and liquefies the vaporized material to perform repeated dehydrogenation or hydrogenation reaction.    USE - For electric power station.    ADVANTAGE - The reaction efficiency of the hydrogenation or dehydrogenation reaction is increased reliably by maintaining the repeated vaporization and liquefaction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a model of hydrogen generation and storage apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    tanks (16,18)    tube (17)    catalyst (20)    coolant (22)
NOVELTY - A carbon source is blended with shell fish or shell of shell fish, and is bake-processed at 500-1300degreesC. The carbon source serves as a gas component and disappears during bake-processing.    USE - For oxidative couplings (claimed) used in the manufacture of ethane and ethylene.    ADVANTAGE - Methane conversion ratio and 2C hydrocarbon selectivity are stabilized in high order. Catalyst property for oxidative coupling is equalized and ethane and ethylene are manufactured under stable conditions.
NOVELTY - Compost stirrer comprises several stirring plates (2) attached to the periphery of a rotation shaft (1). A longitudinal air path through which pressurized air passes is inside the shaft. Each blade has a mouth and blades (5) on either side, to eject pressurized air from the air path and to cut the compost respectively. The supplied pressurized air also cuts the compost.    USE - For stirring ferment compost, such as livestock excrement and organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - Because of the air supply, stirring and loosening of the compost is made reliable. Hence, the compost is fermented efficiently. The air supply reduces the friction between the compost and the stirring plates, and thus rotation of the compost stirrer is made smooth. Since a motor is used, stirring efficiency is improved. The air cuts the compost before the stirring blade cuts the compost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Compost stirrer comprises several stirring plates (2) attached to the periphery of a rotation shaft (1). A longitudinal air path through which pressurized air passes is inside the shaft. Each blade has a mouth and blades (5) on either side, to eject pressurized air from the air path and to cut the compost respectively. The supplied pressurized air also cuts the compost. The stirring blade is projected on the shaft in a swirl, disc, or cylindrical shape. A moving mechanism (6) moves the compost stirrer, and a motor rotates the rotation shaft.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows partial perspective diagram of the novel compost stirrer.    rotation shaft (1)    stirring plate (2)    mouth and blades (5)    moving mechanism (6)
NOVELTY - The semiconductor device has an electrode (8) which is provided on an insulating substrate (1). The lead wires (6) are joined to the electrode (8) by ultrasonic thermocompression bonding.    USE - Semiconductor device for gas sensor for sensing oxygen, ethylene and propane.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the breakage possibility of the lead wires. Provides a gas sensor which consumes less power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a semiconductor device manufacturing method;    (2) a gas sensor manufacturing method; and    (3) a gas sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the gas sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Insulating substrate (1)    Lead wires (6)    Electrode (8)
NOVELTY - A soil disease prevention material comprises fermented compost of coffee extraction lees as an active ingredient.    USE - For suppressing the spore growth of soil disease microbe such as Fusarium (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The compost enables effective utilization of useful microorganisms without negative influence on soil microorganisms other than the target soil disease microbe. The compost is safe and there is no difficulty in handling.
NOVELTY - A fermentation process of organic solid waste (4) is carried out by microorganisms, and compost and inorganic salts are produced. A flow-suppressing material of the microbe during washing is mixed with the system before washing the compost.    USE - For processing organic solid waste.    ADVANTAGE - The processing method maintains process speed which is stabilized for a long period of time. The method is simple and economical. The compost obtained by the processing method is useful as a compost raw material excluding surplus inorganic salts. The drying operation of the compost becomes efficient. The compost is recyclable as a microbial species.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of the processing apparatus.    Organic solid waste (4)
NOVELTY - An aerobic fermentation is processed in presence of garlic component atmosphere.    USE - For preventing generation of insect pest such as fly.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to suppress the generation of larva by using garlic component in the fermentation tank. The organic refuse is processed and utilized as an organic fertilizer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fermentation treatment, which involves mixing fermentation promoter with an organic refuse, fermenting and biodegrading the organic refuse.
NOVELTY - The tank has reinforced concrete base (2) and side walls (13) formed by plastic panels (5). The side walls are attached to the base using angles, bolts, nuts. The bolts are covered by waterproof tape such as butyl tape. The angle along with the bolts and nuts is embedded by restraining concrete (16) provided to joints of panels and base both interior and exterior.    USE - For fermenting excrements of livestock in dairy farm in stock raising farm, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The tank is economical. The fermentation yields biogas as fuel, liquid fertilizer and compost. Eases disposal of excrements, without environmental pollution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The tank consists of square side walls (13) formed by joint fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) panels (5) mounted on a reinforced concrete base (2). The panels are mutually joined using bolts and nuts. The panels are fixed to the base using bottom angles. The angle is fixed to the base by anchor bolts and nuts and fixed to the panels using bolts and nuts. The joint lines of the panels and angles are caulked. The bolts are covered by waterproof tapes. Restraining concrete (16) is filled to the joining edges of the walls and the base embedding the tapes and the angle on both interior and exterior. The inner faces of the tank walls and the base are covered by waterproof sheets. Partition walls are also provided in the tank forming a fermentation tank and a gas collecting chamber. The gas collecting chamber is covered with a lid. The biogas such as methane generated by the fermentation is collected in the chamber and extracted to external.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the tank.    Reinforced concrete base (2)    Plastic panel(13) Side wall (5)    Restraining concrete (16)
NOVELTY - A processing unit (4) treats waste water containing organic waste, to obtain a sour water. The sour water is decomposed in yeast processor (6) by using yeast.    USE - For treatment of waste water with garbage, from apartment, hospitals, foodstuff producing factory, restaurant, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The yeast processor is designed to occupy lower space enabling easier maintenance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of waste water treatment facility. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Processing unit (4)    Yeast processor (6)
NOVELTY - Organic waste is mixed with moisture content adjustment material in the form of pellets made of paper with diameter of 2-5 mm and length of 2-10 mm. The mixture is subjected aerobic fermentation in predetermined air supply.    USE - For fermentation of organic waste such as organic sludge, store waste and organic refuse. The fermented product is used as fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The fermentation of organic waste is performed by aerobic process in short time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fermentation-processed article of predefined shape which is obtained by drying fermented material under pressure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows explanatory drawing of fermenter.    Fermenter (1)    Heat insulation cover (2)    Inner cover (7)
NOVELTY - Device for catalytically preparing a hydrogen-rich reformer gas comprises stages in the flow direction of the reformer gas consisting of a first stage for carrying out a water gas shift reaction (low temperature converter (18)), and a second stage having a controllable air feed (24) for carrying out the water gas shift reaction and selective carbon monoxide oxidation (combined gas purification stage (20)).    USE - Used for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The device is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for catalytically preparing a hydrogen-rich reformer gas using the above device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the device.    High temperature converter (12)    Heat exchanger (16)    Combined gas purification stage (20)    Cooling cycle (22)    Air feed (24)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell system comprises a dosing arrangement (6) for introducing a starting material (CH3OH) into a liquid (H2O) arranged between an separator (1) and a valve arrangement (4); and a further dosing arrangement (10) and a sensor (11) for the starting material arranged after the collection of all volume streams leaving the valve arrangement.    USE - Used in vehicles (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system can be easily produced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for operating a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system.    separator (1)    valve arrangement (4)    dosing arrangement (6)    guiding element (8)    storage tank (9)    further dosing arrangement (10)    sensor (11)    mixing chamber (12)
NOVELTY - A catalyst for preparing C2 hydrocarbon by co activating methane and carbon dioxide has active component of MnO2 and carrier of alkali-earth metal carbonate SrCO3 or BaCO3.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalyst is prepared by the metal nitrate co-deposition process with a precipitant being K2CO3. The catalyst can activate CH4 and CO2 with molar ratio of 7 to 3 to prepare C2 hydrocarbon at temperature of 875 degreesC and normal pressure. The catalyst has high stability and high C2 hydrocarbon yield up to 5.1%.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell stack (1) comprises several single cells and includes multiple anodes (2) and multiple cathodes (3), while a hydrogen-containing fuel stream is supplied to the anode through a feed line and anode exhaust is discharged through an exhaust line (5). The cathode is supplied with oxidant via a feed line (6) and the cathode exhaust is discharged through a line (7), while some of the exhaust is passed through recycle lines (9,10) by fans (11,12) with a common drive (M). One fan (12) acts as a seal.    USE - Operating fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Recycles anode and cathode exhausts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of operating a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the system    Anode and cathode (2,3)    Exhaust lines (5,7)    Recycle lines (9.10)    Fans (11,12)
NOVELTY - A bipolar fluid flow field plate (70) includes a first inlet manifold (71) with a through aperture and communicating with comb structure channels (74) on the plate to direct fluid through the corresponding first outlet manifold (72) with a through aperture. Second inlet and outlet manifolds (75,76) preferably comprise through apertures and a serpentine channel (77) communicates with these manifolds to pass gas into an adjacent porous electrode, while the unused gas and hydrogen reaction products are passed to the cathode outlet manifold.    USE - Delivering fuel and oxidant to solid polymer electrolyte (SPE) fuel cell electrodes.    ADVANTAGE - Increases fluid flow volume.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows comb channels    Field plate (70)    Inlet manifolds (71,75)    Outlet manifolds (72,76)    Comb structure channel (74)    Serpentine channel (77)
NOVELTY - Two compressor wheels are provided on the ends of the rotor shaft (20) to draw air axially into compressors (24,24') at inlets (25,28) and the air is discharged through outlets (26,29). The air can be diverted in a determined amount through a bypass conduit (30) and the compressors can both be driven by a single electric motor.    USE - Providing high pressure ratio and low flow rate in fuel cell system in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced power consumption of system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for a power generation system and for a method of imparting high pressure ratio and low flow rate to gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the compressor    Rotor shaft (20)    Compressors (24,24')    Inlets (25,28)    Outlets (26,29)    Bypass conduit (30)
NOVELTY - Treating (M1) liquid waste, comprising: (a) submitting the liquid waste to a pretreatment; and (b) submitting the pretreated liquid waste to the action of white-rot fungi (or its active agent), is new.    USE - (M1) is useful for treating liquid waste which is a dye-containing liquid waste, comprising azo dyes and anthraquinones dyes or humic acids. The fungi obtained in (M1), is useful in a green waste composting process (claimed). (M1) is useful for decolorizing and detoxifying industrial effluent.    ADVANTAGE - The use of the active agents e.g. enzymes, in an immobilized form enables the enzymes to be in a concentrated form without having to resort to other enzyme concentration techniques such as dialysis or ultrafiltration. Furthermore, (M1) is a sustainable process in that the fungal biomass used in the treatment of liquid waste can be re-used for the same process or re-used in other applications, e.g. green waste composting. Furthermore, the method is environmentally friendly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) use of the fungi obtained in the above method into a green waste composting process; and    (2) immobilizing (M2) fungal active agents on a support, comprising:    (a) culturing a fungus in a liquid medium;    (b) immersing a support with the supernatant of the fungal culture; and    (c) immobilizing the active agents of the fungi on the support, where the agents are released in the fungal culture supernatant.
NOVELTY - Sewage is treated by adding cell signaling chemical(s) to a sewage substrate. The cell signaling chemical (CSC) regulates activity in at least one microbial population in the sewage substrate.    USE - For treating sewage, i.e. sewerage catchment network or a sewage treatment plant.    ADVANTAGE - The invention increases the rate of sewage decomposition in sewage treatment plants, promotes the resuscitation of dormant non-growing or slow-growing microbes that aid in the sewage decomposition, reduces malodorous sulfide gases in decomposing sewage, manages methane gas production in a sewage treatment system, and reduces or prevents corrosion in sewage treatment systems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a composition comprising at least one CSC and a carrier of adjuvant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the response of aerobic microbes in a sewage sample to biosol 1 mix of cell signaling chemical.
NOVELTY - A flue gas from a combustion chamber of a vessel and a process gas from a reformer tube in the combustion chamber, are used for transferring heat to water in an inner hollow cylindrical jacket of the vessel, so as to produce steam to be used for the steam reforming process.    USE - For reforming hydrocarbon mixed steam for producing hydrogen for fuel cell systems, also for use with other systems such as boilers for steam production, pre-heaters.    ADVANTAGE - By producing its own steam for use in the steam reforming process, consumption of energy is reduced. Recuperates unused hydrogen from the fuel cells and the steam reformer is made compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrocarbon mixed steam reformation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front elevational view of the hydrocarbon mixed steam reformer.
NOVELTY - A female connection port, in fluid communication with a tank (42) containing metal hydride, comprises a latch for selectively locking a male coupling (26) of a solenoid valve (28). A thermal fuse in fluid communication with the tank, maintains an opening on the front face of a handle (66) in the canister, in closed and open states, when the thermal fuse is below and above a temperature threshold, respectively.    USE - For fuel cell in electrical power generators, used in hospitals, and nuclear power plant emergency system.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal fuse provides a safety mechanism designed to relieve pressure in canister, when the temperature of the canister exceeds threshold as a result of fire or direct heating.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a partial cross-sectional view of the above canister.    male coupling (26)    solenoid valve (28)    tank (42)    handle (66)
NOVELTY - An air supply/exhaust mechanism that supplies/exhausts air to/from power generation cells (11), has a cylinder with spiral grooves. The pressure of air supplied or exhausted to/from the power generation cells is varied by rotating the cylinder.    USE - Fuel cell for internal combustion engines.    ADVANTAGE - Reliable power generation is enabled as performance of fuel cells is enhanced by effectively varying pressure of air supplied to the power generation cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell operation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the fuel cell.    power generation cells (11)
NOVELTY - The anode gas supply (60) provides anode gas required for the reaction proceeded in fuel cell (80). The gas flows through a switch (62) and a pressure regulating device (64), before entering the fuel cell. A diaphragm pump (70) connected with both the anode gas output (84) and the anode gas input (82) of the fuel cell, has the sensors (106,108) electrically connected with the switch.    USE - Anode stream recirculation system for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The excessive hydrogen discharged from the fuel cell, is collected continuously using the diaphragm pump, and the collected hydrogen is discharged back into fuel cell for reaction. The usage of hydrogen pump is eliminated, and the parasitic loss of electrical energy of fuel cell itself can be reduced, and the overall efficiency of the electrical power generation by the fuel cell system can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the diaphragm pump for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the anode gas recirculation system.    anode gas supply (60)    switch (62)    pressure regulating device (64)    diaphragm pump (70)    fuel cell (80)    anode gas input (82)    anode gas output (84)    sensors (106,108)
NOVELTY - A modified theta-aluminum oxide-supported nickel reforming catalyst is new.    USE - The invention is used for producing synthesis gas of carbon monoxide and/or hydrogen from methane natural by steam reforming; oxygen reforming or steam-oxygen reforming where the catalyst is used, methane-to-steam molar ratio is 0.6, methane-to-oxygen molar ratio is 0-1; reaction temperature is 600-1000 degreesC, reaction pressure is 0.5-20 atm, and space velocity of 1000-1000000 cm3/hour-g-cat (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention has improved coke resistance, high-temperature catalysis stability and catalytic activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A modified theta-aluminum oxide-supported nickel (Ni) reforming catalyst of formula M1-M2-Ni/M3-M4-ZrO2/theta-Al2O3 is new.    M1 = alkali metal;    M2, M3 = alkaline earth metal;    M4 = IIIB element or a lanthanide.
NOVELTY - A bipolar plate comprises a semi-conductive body having first face (14) to contact an anode of first fuel cell, and a second face (16) to contact a cathode of second fuel cell. The first comprises first flow channel (36) to confine fuel fluids and the second face comprises a second flow channel (38) to confine oxidizing fluids.    USE - The bipolar plate is for monitoring and relation information on range of parameters within the fuel cell stack such as temperature, pressure, flow rate, chemical composition, and voltage. It is also useful for reforming fuel fluids within the flow channels or conduits, pre-heating the fuel cells via heating fluids, pre-heating the fuel cell stack via resistive heating elements and cooling the fuel cells via cooling fluids.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive bipolar plate is made of material with heat capacity that is sufficiently small to promote rapid increase in the temperature when the bipolar plate is heated. It has narrow flow channels and conduits with complex flow paths, integral resistive heating elements, internal catalytic reforming capacity, waste fuel catalytic combustor, integral heat exchanging structure, flat and undistorted contact faces, integral sensors and internal recuperative heat exchanging capacity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of making a bipolar plate for a fuel cell stack comprising providing a semi-conductive or conductive substrate having first face and second face, etching a first flow channel from the first face, and etching the second flow channel from the second face.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of simple bipolar plate.    First face (14)    Second face (16)    First flow channel (36)    Second flow channel (38)
NOVELTY - A stable polyester polyol composition comprises phthalic anhydride-initiated polyester polyol, 4-6C hydrocarbons as blowing agent, and compatibilizing agent having hydrophilic-lipophilic balance of 7-12. The compatibilizing agent can be oxyethylated fatty alcohols. The blowing agent is soluble in the polyol composition for at least5 days.    USE - For use in producing dimensionally stable rigid polyurethane foam.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive composition includes blowing agent that is soluble in polyol composition, thus reducing the risks associated with such blowing agents in process for making rigid polymer foam articles. It provides rigid foams having good dimensional stability and improved insulation properties. It has lower densities, improved K factors, improved insulation properties, and improved dimensional stabilities.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A stable polyester polyol composition comprises phthalic anhydride-initiated polyester polyol, blowing agent, and compatibilizing agent. The blowing agent can be 4-6C hydrocarbons. The compatibilizing agent has hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) of 7-12. It can be oxyethylated fatty alcohols having general formula of RO(EO)-x(PO)-y. The blowing agent is soluble in the polyol composition for at least5 days.    R = 10-20C alkyl;    O = oxygen atom;    EO = ethylene oxide unit;    x = 3-10;    PO = propylene oxide; and    y = 0-3.
NOVELTY - A fuel processor for the production of hydrogen from a hydrocarbon fuel comprises a reactor for the production of hydrogen-containing reformate using an oxidant, water and hydrocarbon fuel; and water transfer device that transfers water vapor from the reformate to a reactant used by the reactor. The water transfer device comprises a water-transfer membrane.    USE - For the production of hydrogen from hydrocarbon fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The water transfer device is capable of maintaining an overall water balance in the system under a range of operating conditions, provides reduced energy requirements, reduced component complexity and reliability, and enhanced operating safety.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for humidifying a reactant, which is air, for a fuel processor, comprising the transfer of water vapor from the reformate to the air, which is at less than 50degreesC when humidified by the water transfer device.
NOVELTY - A gaseous hydrocarbon fixing material comprises fibrous crystal aggregates formed by precipitating by completely dissolving a metal aliphatic carboxylate in pure water, stirring, and gradually cooling the solution.    USE - For solidifying gaseous hydrocarbon.    ADVANTAGE - The novel material allows efficient fixing gaseous hydrocarbon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for;    (a) A method of solidifying gaseous hydrocarbon, by fixing gaseous hydrocarbon using the above fixing material; and    (b) A method of preparing a hydrocarbon fixing material.
NOVELTY - In situ bioremediation process involves applying a liquid emulsion comprising an aqueous and a dispersed organic phase, to a permeable media containing a contaminant, to establish anaerobic conditions in the media; and allowing the organic material to disengage from the emulsion and attach to internal media surfaces, thus retaining the organic material within the media.    USE - The method is for treating contaminated earth, water and solid waste, and for oil recovery.    ADVANTAGE - The novel method provides long term retention and bioremediating conditions in the media. It also enables decontamination, by creating anaerobic conditions within a contaminated media. It also disseminates the electron donor material within the media, without clogging the interstices within the media.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a block diagram of a bioremediation process, as above.
NOVELTY - A manufacturing method of combustible fuel by domestic and industrial waste is provided, in which waste is manually classified into to 5 to 6 sorts of combustible domestic and industrial waste, waste wood, waste paper, waste furniture, waste synthetic resin, waste rubber, waste leather, cut into 3 to 5 cm size and dried to have moisture content of less than 10 %, crushed into 1 to 2 mm, and mixed hydrated lime.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method comprises the steps of classifying the waste fed to working plate(201) to 5-6 sorts of combustible domestic and industrial waste, waste wood, waste paper, waste furniture, waste synthesis resin, waste rubber, waste leather, cutting it into 3 to 5 cm and drying to have moisture content of less than 10 %; crushing the waste into 1 to 2 mm; mixing the dried and crushed waste with hydrated lime followed by neutralization to feed into steam boiler or to feed to molder for molding pipe type fuel before cutting, cooling and bagging.
NOVELTY - An advanced sewage and wastewater treatment system without internal recycle is provided, in which the whole wastewater undergo primary anaerobic reaction and then separately fed to each anaerobic tank as organic source for denitrification reaction so that high concentration sludge and organic matter are kept to expedite denitrification, acid fermentation and phosphorus releasing, and also supply of organic acid useful for denitrification without internal recycle is enabled thus saving power consumption.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The advanced sewage/wastewater treatment system including an anaerobic tank comprises a first aerobic tank, a first anoxic tank, a second aerobic tank, a second anoxic tank, a third aerobic tank and a settling tank set serially, wherein 50 to 60 % of effluent from the anaerobic tank is fed to the first aerobic tank, the whole of effluent from the first aerobic tank and 20 to 30 % of effluent from the anaerobic tank are fed to the first anoxic tank for denitrification, and the whole of effluent from the second aerobic tank and 10 to 20 % of effluent from the anaerobic tank are fed to the second anoxic tank for denitrification.
NOVELTY - A method for reducing surplus sludge generated from biological sewage and wastewater treatment is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The sludge reduction system includes the steps of coagulating surplus sludge by mixing with magnetite; thickening the coagulated sludge in a first thickening tank(5); separating the magnetite from the sludge; sterilizing the sludge by impressing direct current to the sludge while adjusting the pH of the sludge to about pH 2; pouring magnetite and phyllite to the sterilized sludge while neutralizing the coagulated sludge to about pH 7; decomposing organic content in the sludge in a fermentation tank(18) through thermophilic fermentation; aerating the sludge in extended aeration process wherein a portion of seed sludge that is returned from a settling tank(21) to an aeration tank(20) is returned to an electrooxidation tank(24) for oxidation and then fed to the aeration tank; thickening surplus sludge in a second thickening tank(28); separating magnetite powder from the sludge; and dewatering.
NOVELTY - A liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant (1) supplies coolant LNG to a liquefying gas unit (2), to produce liquid nitrogen or oxygen gas which is sealed and conveyed to the refrigeration unit (5).    USE - For direct cooling using liquefied natural gas (LNG).    ADVANTAGE - Heat energy is used effectively and reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for direct cooling system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of direct cooling system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    LNG plant (1)    liquefying gas unit (2)    refrigeration unit (5)
NOVELTY - Sensors (31,33) installed in inlet and exit of reformation device (5), sense flow amount of heating gas and reformed gas respectively, which is stored as time series signal. A calculator (39) calculates response characteristics of change of state of reformed gas with respect to change of heating gas, based on stored signal, and accordingly the amount by which the heating gas was reformed is calculated.    USE - For estimating reaction of fuel reformer generating hydrogen-rich reformed gas which is supplied to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Estimates amount of reformed gas stably, without influence of difference in catalyst property and time-dependent deterioration. The reaction rate of the heating gas is estimated, correctly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system.    Reformation device (5)    Sensors (31,33)    Calculator (39)
NOVELTY - The fuel reformer comprises a vacuum vessel (11), a modifier (12) containing modification catalyst which modifies heating gas to reformed gas (17), carbon monoxide transformer (21), evaporator (19) arranged at the top of the modifier and several thin plates (23) which are arranged parallely to the inner peripheral wall of the vessel.    USE - For manufacture of hydrogen gas for fuel cell power generating devices.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reformer is made compact without increasing the starting time of reformer and responsive reduction. The reformer reduces the manufacturing cost, installation space and piping amount.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel reformer comprises a vacuum vessel, a modifier containing modification catalyst which modifies heating gas to reformed gas, carbon monoxide transformer, evaporator arranged at the top of the modifier and several thin plates. The modifier is arranged downwardly and the transformer contains carbon monoxide modification catalyst which modifies the carbon monoxide gas contained in the reformed gas to reduce the concentration of carbon monoxide. The plates are arranged parallely to the inner peripheral wall of the vessel such that the modifier, transformer and evaporator are enclosed within the vessel whose inside is in vacuum state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the general view of the fuel reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    vacuum vessel (11)    modifier (12)    reformed gas (17)    evaporator (19)    carbon monoxide transformer (21)    thin plate (23)
NOVELTY - A carbonization volume reduction chamber (2) is arranged inside a heating chamber (1). An insertion opening is formed in the chamber. The gas emitted from the chamber is introduced into a deodorizing chamber (7) through a piping (6), by actuating an impeller (6a).    USE - For foodstuffs and other organic substances.    ADVANTAGE - As the gas emitted from the carbonization volume reduction chamber is guided with the impeller, the deviation of the flame and damage on the fireproof tube of the combustion chamber are reduced. The heat exchange efficiency of the carbonization volume reduction chamber is increased due to provision of the fins, and thereby fuel consumption is reduced. Since the gas produced from the volume reduction chamber is maintained at high temperature, the oxidative degradation of the organic substance is performed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The carbonization volume reduction chamber is equipped with a burner (4). The space of the flame portion of the burner is set corresponding to the distance between the volume reduction and the heating chambers. A fin is arranged in the circumference of the chamber (2). A combustion chamber (11) is equipped with a fireproof tube (14) formed with holes (14a). A blocking layer (15) has an opening smaller than the diameter of the fireproof tube. A turbulent flow chamber (12) is connected with the heating chamber through a piping (18) and is equipped with refractories. The chamber (12) is bigger than the combustion chamber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side sectional view of the carbonization volume reduction apparatus.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    Heating chamber (1)    Carbonization and volume reduction chamber (2)    Burner (4)    Impeller (6a)    Piping (6a,18)    Deodorizing chamber (7)    Combustion chamber (11)    Fireproof tube (14)    Holes (14a)    Blocking layer (15)
NOVELTY - Providing a foamable drilling fluid which is stable in the presence of formation contaminants such as crude il and/or salt, which has effective cutting transport capability which exhibits good reutilization cycles through regeneration of foam at the surface, and which is environmentally friendly.    USE - For use in low pressure applications, particularly in depleted or partially depleted reservoir areas.    ADVANTAGE - The foamable drilling fluid is stable, eco- friendly, and provides for good cutting transport capability, desirable density values and sufficient re-utilization cycles. The drilling fluid is biodegradable, and has excellent stability and fluid characteristics. The drilling fluid is particularly advantageous in that damage to the formation due to drilling fluid filtrate is effectively reduced, while maintaining the cutting carrying capacity and normal penetration rates. The stability of the drilling fluid maintains cuttings in the fluid for periods of time while drilling is ceased, such that cuttings do not return downhole. The stability of the drilling fluid is not impacted at high temperatures of subterranean formations. The drilling fluid maintains stability when exposed to crude oils and/or salts which are frequently encountered contaminants when drilling through subterranean formations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A foamable drilling fluid comprises an aqueous solvent, a surfactant and a polysaccharide.
NOVELTY - Cultivating (M) fungi comprises: (a) Inoculating in a culture medium an inoculant material consisting of a concentrate of fungi; (b) Conditioning the culture medium for multiplication of fungi; (c) Harvesting the fungi; and (d) Cultivating the fungi in a closed system in the presence of a solid carrier medium. Steps (a)-(b) are carried out in a liquid phase under aerobic conditions.    USE - For obtaining a compost as a biostimulation material and as a source of nutrients and minerals for agriculture and horticultural purposes (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the need for pesticides, herbicides or fungicides.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a compost enriched with microorganisms obtained by (M).
NOVELTY - Device for producing biogas from agricultural products comprises a container (1) consisting of a fermenter (2) with a feed (3) for introducing products to be fermented, and nozzles (5) arranged in the base (4) of the fermenter. The fermentation produces biogas, sediments and/or substrate. The products to be fermented are introduced into a filling device (6) arranged in the fermenter via the feed.    USE - Used for producing biogas from agricultural products.    ADVANTAGE - A high yield of biogas is produced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: A recess (7) is provided in the base for receiving sediment and is connected to the filling device. The fermenter has a circular base surface. A heater (8) is arranged inside the fermenter. The nozzle introduces a mixture consisting of biogas and/or partially fermented substrate. The nozzles are arranged in rows on the base.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section through the device.    container (1)    fermenter (2)    feed (3)    base (4)    nozzles (5)    filling device (6)    recess (7)    heater (8)
NOVELTY - In a waste water treatment assembly micro-organisms are disabled on a substrate panel (3) of more than 100 m/ml. The panel consists essentially of vulcanized rubber with an additive of specific weight more than 1.0 g/cml, giving a specific weight of more than 1.0 g/cml.    USE - The rubber particles form a re-usable substrate for the biological waste water treatment stage.    ADVANTAGE - The substrate forms a better base than prior art carbon granules, glass or ceramics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for a waste water biological treatment process and fluidized bed reactor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional side-view of the reactor. (Drawing includes non English-language text).    Water inlet (1)    reactor basin (2)    rubber substrate (3)    mixer propeller (4)    air pipe (5)    drain gutter (6)    parallel plate separator (7)    air pipe (8)    emptying direction (9)
NOVELTY - Continuous treatment of animal or plant waste (especially that requiring monitoring) comprises passing a suspension of the comminuted material in water together with a microorganism-immobilizing carrier in a cycle through an aerobic and then an anaerobic reactor with a portion being led over a solids separator and the separated-off solids and carrier being recycled and the liquid fraction being heat evaporated and the residue combusted.    USE - The process is especially used in the disposal of animal corpses, body parts or waste products in the agricultural, food or catering industries where the materials to be disposed of cannot, on account of their potentially infectious nature, be processed for human or animal use, e.g. materials associated with BSE infection.    ADVANTAGE - Infectious materials are disposed of by complete mineralization and removal of e.g. prions while the potential for biogas is optimized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The flow chart shows a process for continuous treatment of animal or plant waste with partial recycling of biogas to a sterilizer, the process having the following elements    collection vessel (1)    mechanical comminution (2)    coarse comminution (2.1)    fine comminution (2.2)    storage vessel (3)    sterilizer (4)    expansion vessel (5)    aerobic treatment (6.1)    aerobic treatment (6.2)    exhaust gas filter system (7)    evaporator for liquid product using (part of) biogas (8)    ash-producing oven (9)    condensed water tank (10)
NOVELTY - A fast-cracking apparatus for producing regenerated high-quality oil from different waste materials is characterized by that a liquid-state heat-accumulating medium prepared from flux and high-molecular materials is used for uniformly heating said waste materials, catalyst and vacuum operation can speed up the cracking at low temperature and low pressure, the cracked product is fractionated to obtain heavy oil, diesel oil and gasoline, and the fuel for heating unit is the combustible gas generated during processing.
NOVELTY - A gas separation membrane comprising a polymeric material soluble in an organic solvent, where at least a part of the surface is modified by ion bombardment.    USE - The gas separation membrane is useful in energy-related fields, for example, as follows: using as an O2/N2 separation membrane so as to achieve energy saving; using as a CO2/CH4 separation membrane for purifying natural gas; or using the membrane for hydrogen separation. The gas separation membrane is also useful in environment-related fields, for example as a CO2/N2 separation membrane for collecting gases having a greenhouse effect; or using a CO2/CH4 separation membrane for purifying methane from land-field gas. The gas separation membrane is useful in the fields of medicine-related fields, for example, as follows: using as an O2/N2 separation membrane for producing a membrane-type artificial lung; or using as an O2/N2 separation membrane for producing an in-home oxygen enriching device.    ADVANTAGE - The gas separation membrane has a high gas permeability and a high gas selectivity.
NOVELTY - Liquid composition containing oxygen-containing hydrocarbon is a liquid at normal temperature and pressure, which contains an oxygen-containing hydrocarbon and methane and/or hydrogen.    USE - Used to produce a low pollution liquid fuel for gasoline engines, Diesel engines and jet engines etc.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid composition has good energy efficiency and good economy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) the manufacture of a liquid composition containing oxygen-containing hydrocarbon by dissolving at least 1 type of gas based on hydrogen and/or methane held at +60 to -180degrees C in an oxygen-containing hydrocarbon cooled to +10 to -80degrees C under a pressure of 1-500 atmospheres, and removing the vaporized component by returning to normal temperature and pressure; and    (2) the production of a low pollution liquid fuel by mixing the liquid composition containing oxygen-containing hydrocarbon and a liquid hydrocarbon for fuels.
NOVELTY - Treating biomass uses cokes dry flame extinguishing device having prechamber to cool down red hot cokes , wherein biomass is charged into the prechamber, heat decomposed in the chamber using flammable gas and carbon fixed in the biomass, and then the decomposed biomass is used as cokes.    USE - For treating biomass in cokes dry fire extinguishing device.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon source can be used efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a similar method wherein air is introduced before adding biomass;    (2) reuse of decomposed biomass as cokes;    (3) a similar method wherein air is blown in after decomposing biomass to burn the carbon in biomass and flammable gas;    (4) a similar method the flammable air is blown in through circular duct and pipes connected to the duct.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing illustrates the extinguishing device. (4) Circulation gas (10) Cokes charging opening (11) Biomass charging opening
NOVELTY - A selective oxidizer assembly has a catalyst bed comprising selective oxidation catalyst on metal foam support for converting feed gas and oxygen to a process gas. The assembly also includes an inlet for directing feed gas containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen into the assembly; an injector for supplying gas stream containing oxygen to the assembly; and a process gas outlet.    USE - Selectively oxidizing carbon monoxide in hydrogen-containing gas mixture into carbon dioxide (claimed), especially for use in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The oxidizer assembly is compact and less complex, and can operate without the need for heat exchangers. It also operates at a lower pressure and has an increased thermal response compared to conventional pelletized beds.
NOVELTY - A catalyst comprises a metal carrier (10); an adhesive layer (20) formed on the metal carrier; and catalyst layer (30) formed on the adhesive layer. The adhesive layer contains crystalline silicate and silica.    USE - Catalyst for selective oxidation of carbon monoxide, for an in-vehicle fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has improved adhesion between the metal carrier and the catalyst layer, and is manufactured inexpensively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing the catalyst by forming an adhesive layer by coating a first slurry containing crystalline silicate and silica on a metal carrier containing aluminum; and forming a catalyst layer by coating a second slurry containing a metal catalyst on the adhesive layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the catalyst structure.    Metal carrier (10)    Adhesive layer (20)    Catalyst layer (30)
NOVELTY - Production of hydrogen comprises reacting waste containing resin and water in the presence of hydrated iron oxide particles and/or iron oxide particles.    USE - Used for producing and recovering hydrogen from resin waste for use as a clean energy in e.g. fuel cells as an alternative to electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Energy efficiency is not lowered and environmental pollution is not high. Hydrogen recovery is safe.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) the recovery of hydrogen by reacting waste containing resin and water in the presence of hydrated iron oxide particles and/or iron oxide particles and collecting the hydrogen from the reaction mixture;    (2) the use of hydrated iron oxide particles and/or iron oxide particles for producing and recovering hydrogen from resin waste material;    (3) the manufacture device of hydrogen; and    (4) the device for manufacturing and recovering hydrogen.
NOVELTY - A composting container comprises a body (30) in which organic material to be composted is stored. The body is defined by a tubular, permeable, non-self-supporting, flexible sheet material. Top and bottom openings (12, 14) are provided in the body. A support holds at least part of the flexible sheet material in an erected condition.    USE - For use in composting garden refuse and other organic matter.    ADVANTAGE - The composting container enables high aeration and moisture dissipation while being simple to use and relatively inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a composting container of the invention in an erect condition.    Top and bottom openings (12, 14)    Drawstrings (16, 18)    Body (30)    Frame (32)
NOVELTY - A gas generation system comprises a reformer (1) to generate a reformate stream (4), a cooler (2), and a shift stage (3). The surfaces of the cooler that come into contact with the reformate stream are coated with a cooler coating that is soot-inhibiting and is catalytically active with respect to the water-gas shift reaction.    USE - The system is used for, e.g. fuel-cell-powered motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The invention offers consistent high performance and reliability over its entire lifetime, and has a more compact design.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A gas generation system comprises a reformer to generate a reformate stream, a cooler downstream of the reformer to cool the reformate stream, and a shift stage downstream of the cooler to reduce the carbon monoxide concentration in the reformate stream. The surfaces of the cooler that come into contact with the reformate stream are coated with a cooler coating that is soot-inhibiting and is catalytically active with respect to the water-gas shift reaction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow diagram for the reforming of carbon-containing fuels with gas purification and reformate stream cooling.    Reformer (1)    Cooler (2)    Shift stage (3)    Reformate stream (4)
NOVELTY - The system comprises a displacement type compressor (59) and expander (60) connected to each other via the air chamber (55) of the fuel cell stack (52) through piping (65). A pressure sensor (1) detects the pressure of the exhaust flowing through the piping. Throttle valve (2) controls a flow rate of the exhaust drawn into the expander based on the detected pressure.    USE - Used for generating electric power by hydrogen and oxygen in vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The system is capable of quickly supplying compressed air if environmental conditions and output demand change. Highly efficient fuel cell system can be realized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the fuel cell system.    Pressure sensor (1)    Throttle valve (2)    Fuel cell stack (52)    Air chamber (55)    Displacement type compressor (59)    Expander (60)    Piping. (65)
NOVELTY - An electrical power generator comprises: a water vapor generator (12); a hydrogen gas generator (14) attached to the water vapor generator via a conduit(s), and containing a non-fluid substance which reacts with water vapor to generate hydrogen gas; and a fuel cell (16) optionally attached to the hydrogen gas generator via a conduit(s) (18).    USE - None given.    ADVANTAGE - The generator prevents caking of the non-fluid substance and deposition of byproducts to the non-fluid substance that interfere with continued generation of hydrogen gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for generating hydrogen gas for fueling a fuel cell comprising: directing water vapor from a water vapor generator to a hydrogen generator; and directing hydrogen gas and any residual water vapor from the hydrogen generator to a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of the electrical power generator.    Water vapor generator (12)    Hydrogen gas generator (14)    Fuel cell (16)    Conduit (18)    Return line (20)    Pump (22)    Porous plugs (24)
NOVELTY - A flat-plate shaped generator including a proton conductor film between the fuel side and oxygen side electrodes, is placed inside a flat-plate shaped housing having an opening. A motor driven rotator arranged inside the housing, induces air flow in the housing.    USE - For function card (claimed) inserted into notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - The rotator induces air flow on the oxygen side electrode, hence moisture remaining on the oxygen side electrode is removed efficiently. The rotator is placed in the same plane or plane that is parallel to the plane of the generator, hence flow of air is induced easily without the need for a large space, thereby ensuring portability of the fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) power supply method;    (2) function card;    (3) fuel supply mechanism;    (4) generator; and    (5) generator production method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of the fuel cell card.
NOVELTY - Provided is an anti-fouling photobioreactor which characteristically injects solid particles into culture broth to transmit light thereinto well and to transfer material to phototrophs in the culture broth well, thereby culturing the phototrophs economically and rapidly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The anti-fouling photobioreactor is characterized by comprising a chamber with a transparent inner tube and a flow generating unit to allow culture broth to flow through the inner tube, wherein solid particles flow together with the culture broth through the inner tube.
NOVELTY - An apparatus for mixing and fermenting compost materials produced by adding functional minerals to organic waste and food waste is provided. The apparatus increases mixing efficiency by spreading compost materials, removes bad smell, and enables continuous mixing and fermentation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus comprises the parts of; a rotating mixing axis(20); a drum tank(30) set in the outside of the axis to spread compost materials with rotation; an entrance-blocking part(40) and an exit-blocking part(50); a hot blower for supplying hot air to the rotating axis and drum tank. The compost materials are spread by drum tank and rotary mixing axis, and hot air is supplied to compost materials through a hot-air supplying tube(53) and holes(22) on the axis. Also, the minerals contained in compost materials radiate far infrared rays by heat of hot air for promotion of fermentation and removal of bad smell.
NOVELTY - A method for improving treatment efficiency in humic activated sludge process using soil microbe which can improve the efficiency of treatment by modifying the structure and the material of Bio-reactor and by using synthetic pellet for packing material is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - For the high contact frequency of organic compound and microbe, the structure of Bio-reactor is designed with streamline shape and for the increase of microorganism and the supply of SiO2 which is the derivation substance of phenols, the mixed material of diatomite and silicate is used for the material of Bio-reactor. Synthetic pellet can be used for the packing material of Bio-reactor because of higher concentration of microorganism and humus than natural pellet and easy manufacturing.
NOVELTY - The modification processing portion (3) of heating unit heats the apparatus. The portion (3) makes the modification process gas to modify the original heating gas of hydrocarbon group, by adjusting the heating capability of portion (3). The temperature maintenance unit maintains the temperature of portion (3) more than the processing temperature setting value which is adjusted based on processing load.    USE - For hydrogen containing gas production apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The operation method utilizes an apparatus having a simple structure. The method maintains high thermal efficiency even when processing load fluctuates . The method prevents reduction of temperature less than the temperature setting value of each processing portion, and maintains each processing portion at appropriate temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The modification processing portion (3) of heating unit heats the apparatus. The modification processing portion performing modification process makes the modification process gas to modify the original heating gas of hydrocarbon group, by adjusting the heating capability of modification processing portion. The modification process gas contains hydrogen and carbon monoxide with water vapor. The temperature maintenance unit equipped in the hydrogen containing gas production apparatus, maintains the modification processing temperature more than the modification processing temperature setting value. The setting value is adjusted based on the processing load to operate the hydrogen containing gas production apparatus. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen containing gas production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of hydrogen containing gas production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modification processing portion (3)
NOVELTY - The reaction tank (30) is used for reacting carbon dioxide and water vapor with carbon at 650degreesC or more to produce carbon monoxide and hydrogen.    USE - For fuel manufacturing system (claimed) used in generating fuel for motor vehicles, boilers and fuel cells, from waste gas.    ADVANTAGE - Since the carbon dioxide in the waste gas is not ejected to atmosphere directly, environmental pollution is prevented. The carbon dioxide and hydrogen in the waste gas are utilized for manufacture of methanol and methane effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel manufacturing system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fuel manufacturing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reaction tank (30)
NOVELTY - Manufacture of hydrogen involves performing partial oxidation of hydrocarbon group raw material by oxygen- containing gas using surface burner.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen using raw material such as natural gas, petroleum type fuel and alcohol.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is produced efficiently at high conversion ratio of hydrocarbon using a simple apparatus. The partial oxidation reaction is stabilized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen manufacturing apparatus which comprises surface burner provided in a reaction container (1) and pre-mixed gas supply unit. The partial oxidation is performed in the reaction container. The pre-mixed gas supply unit supplies a mixture of oxygen containing gas and hydrocarbon group raw material to surface burner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the reaction container portion of hydrogen manufacturing apparatus.    reaction container (1)    burner mat (2)
NOVELTY - A hot distillation sludge obtained from a source of release (1) is immediately thrown into a storage tank on a vehicle. The distillation sludge is conveyed to a process ground by maintaining high temperature and the water content in the sludge is evaporated. The sludge is moved into a treatment tank from the storage tank in the process ground and the sludge is fermented within the treatment tank.    USE - For processing distillation sludge from shochu liquor manufacture and sea dumping.    ADVANTAGE - The distillation sludge is processed in reduced time and the water content is adjusted efficiently. The fermentation process in a disposal plant is performed favorably and the distillation sludge is processed economically using the preprocessor. The transportation efficiency is improved by utilizing one portion of the fermentation products.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a preprocessor (3) of distillation sludge for processing the distillation sludge. The preprocessor comprises a storage tank, a vehicle and an evaporation unit. The evaporation unit and the storage tank are mounted in the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual block diagram of a distillation sludge processing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    source of release (1)    preprocessor (3)
NOVELTY - An organic sludge (1) is soured and solid-liquid separated, for volume-reducing the organic sludge. The separated sludge (5) obtained is solubilized and subsequently anaerobic digestion of the solubilized sludge is performed.    USE - For volume-reducing organic sludge such as surplus sludge, sewage and industrial waste water.    ADVANTAGE - Volume of organic sludge such as surplus sludge is reduced with reduced energy and improved velocity. A sludge dehydration-incineration process are rationalized and the formation of methane gas is performed and used as fuel. Electric power from ozonizer or other facility is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an organic sludge volume reduction apparatus. The apparatus comprises an anaerobic digester (10) which introduces souring sludge (3) from an acid fermenter (2) which performs souring of the organic sludge. The acid fermenter introduces the solubilized sludge from a solubilization treatment tank (7) which solubilizes the separated sludge from a solid-liquid separator (4) to a supernatant liquid (6). The solubilizing treatment tank performs anaerobic digestion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram showing the structure of a volume reduction apparatus of organic sludge. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    sludge (1)    acid fermenter (2)    souring sludge (3)    solid-liquid separator (4)    separated sludge (5)    supernatant liquid (6)    solubilization treatment tank (7)    anaerobic digester (10)    digested sludge (13)    returned digested sludge (15)    upward flow anaerobic sludge blanket apparatus (17)    anaerobic portion or anoxia portion of biological treatment of organic waste water (20)
NOVELTY - A soil (1) contaminated with plant scum containing insect pest and fermentation microbe is mixed with anaerobic microbes. The moisture content is adjusted. The organic substance in plant is decomposed to inorganic substance by covering entire soil with water-proof sheet (2) to interrupt oxygen and accelerate fermentation. The insect pest starves to death due to the lack of oxygen and is removed.    USE - For regenerating contaminated soil.    ADVANTAGE - The contaminated soil effectively utilized by regenerating, as soil for cultivating sugar beet. The process effectively deodorizes the contaminated soil by fermentation. The regeneration technique of soil is cheap and environment friendly. The larva or imago of scarab beetle are destroyed completely. The organic waste such as human feces and industrial wastes are effectively recirculated as soil for agricultural product.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A soil contaminated with plant scum containing insect pest and fermentation microbe is mixed with anaerobic microbes. The moisture content is adjusted. The organic substance in plant is decomposed to inorganic substance by covering entire soil with water-proof sheet (2) to interrupt oxygen and accelerate fermentation. The insect pest starves to death due to the lack of oxygen and removed. The regenerated soil is used for agricultural products.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows perspective diagram of regeneration of contaminated soil. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    soil (1)    water-proof sheet (2)
NOVELTY - A stirring unit (18) stirs organic refuse accommodated in a processing container (16). The shape of the base (16A) of the container is set to a semicircular tube. A stirring blade (22) has several arms (22B1-22B3) connecting blade portions (22A) prolonged helically along virtual cylindrical surface surrounding center axle line.    USE - For treating organic refuse with processing agent containing micro organisms.    ADVANTAGE - As the blade portions are prolonged helically along the center axle line, the stirring efficiency is increased. The processing agent and the organic refuse are stirred uniformly, by setting blade portions at preset acute angle. The decompose-treating efficiency of the organic refuse is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The arms of the stirring blade connect the blade portions prolonged helically along the virtual cylindrical surface surrounding center axle line. The cross-sectional shape of each blade portion is set as the linear shape. The blade is prolonged so as to make a preset acute-angle with respect to the center axle line. Each blade portion is inclined in the reverse direction. Each curved ridge line portions is provided between the bottom portions (16A1) in the base of the container. A pair of end face portions are formed on both sides of the bottom portions. Each arm is connected with the both ends of blade portions. The shape of each connection portion is set in the shape of the ridge line portions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the organic refuse processing apparatus.    processing container (16)    base (16A)    stirring unit (18)    stirring blade (22)    blade portions (22A)    arms (22B1-22B3)
NOVELTY - An anaerobic fermentation processing system has a mixing tank (1) for mixing the processed article containing organic waste, anaerobic fermenter (2), water removal device (3) for dehydrating the fermented waste, and denitrification tank (4) for performing denitrification of treated water.    USE - For processing organic waste such as organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - Amount of water supplied to the fermentation process is reduced and the organic waste is processed economically using the compact fermentation apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for anaerobic fermentation processing method of organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of anaerobic fermentation processes. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mixing tank (1)    anaerobic fermenter (2)    water removal device (3)    denitrification tank (4)    membrane separator (5)    secondary treatment tank (6)
NOVELTY - An organic waste is subjected to methane fermentation in a methane-fermentation installation (3) with a membrane-separation apparatus (6). The electric power generated by using biogas ejected from the installation (3) as a fuel, is supplied to the installation (3). The concentrated scum ejected from apparatus (6) is composted and dried using the waste heat ejected from the turbine (7) as a heat source.    USE - For recycling organic waste such as organic refuse and food stuff waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The recycling of organic waste involves effective usage of the energy, since the waste heat generated from the turbine is used as a heat source for drying solid substance. The weight of the solid substance is reduced by methane fermentation of the solid organic substance. By removing the liquid portion in the fermentation scum, the amount of fermentation scum is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic waste is subjected to methane fermentation in a methane-fermentation installation with a membrane-separation apparatus. The electric power generated in a microgas turbine by using biogas ejected from installation (3) as a fuel, is supplied to the installation (3). The concentrated fermentation scum ejected from apparatus (6) is composted and dried in a drying machine (8) using the waste heat ejected from the turbine as a heat source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow sheet of the recycling of the organic waste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane-fermentation installation (3)    membrane-separation apparatus (6)    microgas turbine (7)    drying machine (8)
NOVELTY - Surplus water is removed from a processor containing organic waste and water by the wood chip. The organic waste is decomposed by microorganism under aerobic condition, into carbon dioxide and water. The wood chip maintains sufficient moisture content of the processor which is evaporated by exothermic reaction and circulates surplus water into the fermentation tank.    USE - For decomposing organic waste containing high water content.    ADVANTAGE - The decomposition method is inexpensive and efficiently deodorizes the organic waste. Sludge accompanied by the decomposition process of liquid waste material and problem of waste water is avoided by treating the surplus water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for apparatus for microorganism decomposition method of organic waste which comprises a fermentation tank equipped with solid-liquid separation unit, a water storage tank for storing separated surplus water and a circuit for circulating the surplus water from the fermentation tank through the water storage tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows flow chart of microorganism decomposition of organic waste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The opposing side edges of the arc-shaped lower walls (22,24) are coupled through a pipe (25). The pipe is arranged in parallel along the axle line (L) of the lower walls which are arranged in parallel or bottom portion of the treatment tank (18a).    USE - For fermentation of organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - As the pipe of high rigidity couples the side edges of the lower walls, vibrations in the side edges are prevented. Prevents the adhering of organic refuse in the coupling portion. The bottom of the treatment tank is heated by circulating heating medium, improving the processing efficiency of the organic refuse.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The opposing side edges of the arc-shaped lower walls (22,24) are coupled through a pipe (25). The pipe is arranged in parallel along the axle line (L) of the lower walls which are arranged in parallel or bottom portion of the treatment tank (18a). Several stirring blades (40,42) are attached to the respective rotary shafts (34). The blades are rotated along in parallel arranged arc-shaped lower walls for stirring organic refuse. A heating medium is circulated inside the pipe.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the organic refuse fermentation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    treatment tank (18a)    arc-shaped lower walls (22,24)    pipe (25)    rotary shafts (34)    stirring blades (40,42)    axle line (L)
NOVELTY - An organic waste deodorizing apparatus has a gas turbine (13) to which air and fuel from odor gas (11) generated from organic waste (10) are introduced, deodorizer for deodorizing the odor gas by combustion, and drier (21) for drying the waste using the heat of gas turbine.    USE - For deodorizing the organic waste emitted from livestock excrements, dairy farm and homes.    ADVANTAGE - The deodorizing system rapidly compost the slurry, and is simple and compact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of deodorizing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    organic waste (10)    odor gas (11)    ammonia removal apparatus (12)    gas turbine (13)    fermenter (15)    desulfurizer (18)    drier (21)
NOVELTY - An organic refuse drying apparatus (1) has a dry air manufacturing chamber (5) connected to an organic refuse chamber (4) through holes (6,7) for air flow.    USE - For drying organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The drying apparatus is sealed and hence does not generate odor. Only free water is removed effectively without sacrificing high quality and high functionality of the refuse. The refuse is processed easily without the dangers of explosion and fire, and without polluting the environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for drying of organic refuse which involves drying the refuse in a dehumidifier (2) in the sealed space.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of organic refuse drying apparatus.    drying apparatus (1)    organic refuse chamber (4)    dry air manufacturing chamber (5)    holes (6,7)
NOVELTY - The wet organic waste fermentation decomposing machine extends and shortens the stirring time of organic waste depending upon the increase and decrease of organic waste input, respectively.    USE - For decomposing domestic organic waste, industrial waste.    ADVANTAGE - Size of the processing machine is reduced. Running cost of the machine is reduced. Power consumption is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A stirring shaft (6) is attached to the right and left walls (8,7) of the organic substance decompose treating tank (3). Water is supplied through the pipes (12,13) into the tank (3) at fixed time intervals for promotion of fermentation decomposition of organic waste (4) in the tank. A discharge port (16) provided with strainer, is formed for ejecting only treated water out of the tank (3). A drainage treatment tank (17) is positioned at the lower portion of the tank (3). A pipe (18) is attached at the terminal of the tank (17). Decompose-treating agent is thrown automatically into the tank, regularly. Rotary stirring blades (5) are interlocked with the stirring shaft. A separate decomposition water storage tank is arranged for treatment of small particle organic substance and fats-oils material leaked from the tank (3). A hopper arranged in the disposer is covered with transparent lid. Organic waste crushed in the disposer is stored in the storage tank arranged below the disposer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an isometric view of the organic substance decompose-treating machine. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Organic substance decomposed treating tank (3)    Organic waste (4)    Stirring blades (5)    Stirring shaft (6)    Left and right walls (7,8)    Pipes (12,13,18)    Discharge port (16)    Drainage treatment tank (17)
NOVELTY - A triangular pole (34), with an air port hole (36) in the base of a triangular portion, supports a stirring blade (35). An air blast pixel is provided along the axis of the stirring blade.    USE - For fermenting organic refuse, such as livestock excrement.    ADVANTAGE - Promotes fermentation by supplying sufficient air to the organic refuse. Provides easy and cheap organic refuse processing apparatus effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic refuse fermenter has a frame divided vertically to accommodate two housings. A drag flash at the bottom portion of the housing has a continuous groove for inserting a screw conveyor. The frame of the organic refuse fermenter is made of synthetic resin. The inner wall face of the frame is made of a hard material, such as ceramic.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows perspective view of stirring blade and a sectional view of the support arrangement, as above.    Triangular pole (34)    Stirring blade (35)    Air port hole (36)
NOVELTY - A treatment tank in a cylindrical vertical mold, comprises parallel arranged stirring blades connected to an agitator for stirring the refuse. Each stirring blade prolonged to radial direction, is formed to have a torsion shape which is inclined upward.    USE - For processing organic refuse by action of aerobic bacteria.    ADVANTAGE - By providing stirring blades of suitable shape, The stirring efficiency of the organic refuse in the treatment tank is improved greatly, thereby degradation efficiency of the organic refuse is improved greatly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A treatment tank in a cylindrical vertical mold, comprises parallel arranged stirring blades connected to an agitator for stirring the refuse. Each stirring blade prolonged to radial direction, is formed to have a torsion shape which is inclined upward. The stirring blades are arranged along a rotation shaft which is supported in the treatment tank. The torsion angle of the stirring blade is set such that it becomes smaller towards the upper side. Each blade is provided with a scrape portion which scrapes-off the organic refuse along the periphery in the treatment tank. A hot air supply structure supplies hot air in the treatment tank. A gas discharging mechanism emits gas in the treatment tank.
NOVELTY - Extracting gases produced by fermentable substances and collecting the gases in a reservoir, using a relative pressure function to regulate the process, obtained from a metrological forecast, especially of barometric pressure, and lowering the pressure when a reduction in atmospheric pressure is forecast, is new.    USE - The method and apparatus are used for extracting gases produced by fermentable substances, especially waste.    ADVANTAGE - The method and apparatus enable the enhanced regulation of extracted gas flow while reducing odors and limiting air admitted to the system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Extracting gases produced by fermentable substances and collecting the gases in a reservoir, using a relative pressure function to regulate the process, obtained from a metrological forecast, especially of barometric pressure, and lowering the pressure when a reduction in atmospheric pressure is forecast, is new. The gas produced by the procedure is consumed in a burner, with admitted air measured at the burner and the flow of extracted gas regulated accordingly. The extracted gas flow is also regulated according to the content of volatile organic compounds measured in the peripheral zone.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the apparatus used for the method, comprising:    (a) gas extraction reservoir;    (b) a pressure gauge (17) incorporating a barometric pressure forecaster;    (c) an extracted gas regulator (19) with a control valve; and    (d) a burner (18) linked to the extracted gas reservoir to consume the gas, equipped with an ignition safety unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagrammatic view of the gas extraction system.    Pressure gauge (17)    Gas burner (18)    Flow regulator (19)
NOVELTY - The system to compost and dry waste organic material, and especially bio-sludge, has a ground support (2) with side walls (1) with various ventilation channels (4) embedded in the compost (3). A cover (5) shrouds the whole compost pile, using a transparent material (6) supported on a carrier frame (7), leaving the end sides (9) open. A defined air space (8) is formed between the compost and the cover frame.    USE - The assembly is for drying and composting bio-waste, and especially bio-sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The structure gives optimum conditions for composting, in a simple assembly with good ventilation, with protection of the compost against rain and an increased drying action from sunlight through the transparent cover.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the composting assembly.    side wall (1)    ground support (2)    compost (3)    ventilation channel (4)    cover (5)    transparent material (6)    cover support frame (7)    air space (8)    end side (9)
NOVELTY - A sieve assembly for sieving organic wastes (A) prior to composting, comprising an inclined sieve surface (16) mounted within a frame (11), where wastes are placed on top of the frame and are released through the frame, is new.    USE - The sieve assembly is useful for sieving organic wastes, especially botanical residues, prior to composting (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sieve can be combined with a shredder and/or a supplementary side removal conveyer, and requires no secondary transport system as required with the prior art drum sieve. The sieve panel is rapidly interchangeable if the incoming fraction should change. The assembly uses existing hydraulic lines for the shredder. Furthermore, the sieve requires no disassembly for transport.
NOVELTY - Processing plant for rubbish and waste has a delivery station (4) to receive the uncompressed mixed rubbish, and a sorting station (6) for machine and/or manual separation of organic matter (10), useful matter (8) and waste residue (12).    USE - The plant is for processing rubbish and waste.    ADVANTAGE - The plant processes the rubbish and waste without damage to the environment, and at economic operating costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Processing plant for rubbish and waste has a delivery station (4) to receive the uncompressed mixed rubbish, and a sorting station (6) for machine and/or manual separation of organic matter (10), useful matter (8) and waste residue (12). The useful matter processing line (54) converts it into marketable units (58) for recycling. The organic matter is processed in a composting line (14) to give marketable compost (38). The waste residue is processed in a line (32) to make it suitable for storage in a dry dump station (36). The delivery and sorting stations, together with the processing lines form a logistical unit (2) at the plant site.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram of the operation of the rubbish/waste processing plant. (The drawing includes non-English language text).    plant assembly as a logistical unit (2)    incoming delivery station (4)    sorting station (6)    useful matter for recycling (8)    organic matter (10)    waste residue (12)    composting line (14)    waste residue processing line (32)    dry dump (36)    marketable compost (38)    processing line for useful matter (54)    marketable units for recycling (58)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (10) has a compressor (14) for the process gases fed to the system that is connected in its suction region to the waste area region of at least one vehicle component to be cooled. The vehicle component can be an air-cooled heat exchanger, especially a vehicle radiator (18), or a cooling arrangement for the fuel cell system.    USE - For motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Uses the hitherto unused waste heat flow from vehicle components to be cooled to optimize overall efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram representation of an inventive arrangement    fuel cell system (10)    compressor (14)    vehicle radiator (18)    electric motor (20)    electrical functional unit (22)
NOVELTY - The present invention is the aspergillus niger solid fermentation process of preparing pectase with waste containing pectine and water containing ammonia and nitrogen as raw materials and belongs to the field of microbial fermentation. The present invention uses waste beet residue, sunflower disc and fruit residue as carbon source and waste water from gourmet powder production as nitrogen source and water, and prepares pectase through inoculation of aspergillus niger CGMCC0455 strain, solid fermentation at 30-32 deg.C temperature and under 75% relative humidify for 4 days, water lixiviating, filtering to obtain filtrate as pectase solution, with the pectase activity being measured by the degumming process.
NOVELTY - A sophora alopecuroides compound fertilizer is produced with the materials including sophora alopecuroides, rapeseed oil residue, bone meal, bird excrement and humus soil, and through separately crushing, mixing them in a certain proportion, adding water and urine, sealed fermentation, stoving, and packaging. Applying the fertilizer to fruit and melon fields can increase the yield obviously and improve the product quality.
NOVELTY - A bioorganic fertilizer is produced with cake dregs, farm animal excrement and stalk and straw as raw materials and through fermentation with the solid bacteria strain cultured by using lichen bacillus and subtilis bacillus, drying in air or stoving after being throughly decomposed, and crushing. During fermentation, the C/N ratio is controlled at 15-26, organic material water content is controlled at 38-52 % and microbe fermentation temperature is 50-70 deg.C. The present invention has wide material source, low cost and simple production process, and applying the fertilizer can raise the yield and quality of crops, improve physical and chemical characteristics of soil, reduce environmental pollution and shorten the growth period of crops.
NOVELTY - A Variovorax strain is capable of using methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE) as its sole source of carbon and energy.    USE - The invention is used for bacterial degradation of ethers and their degradation products. It is also used for purifying contaminated soil or water. (all claimed)    ADVANTAGE - The invention enables fast and efficient degradation of ethers and their degradation products.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a mixed bacterial population comprising strain(s) of Variovorax; and    (2) a process for bacterial degradation of ethers and their degradation products comprising fermenting a solution of having ether(s) or their degradation product(s) with the bacterial population.
NOVELTY - Ethanol is produced from organic materials by providing aqueous solution with organic materials, contacting solution with gas having ozone, contacting oxidized medium with microorganisms, and collecting ethanol. Ozone oxidizes and breaks down portion of organic materials into oxidized medium. The microorganisms consume the medium in cellular process to produce ethanol as by product.    USE - The invention is used to produce ethanol from organic materials. It can also be used to produce useful products such as methane (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention is an improved process and system for disposing of waste materials. It can recycle and/or convert the materials into useful products.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for producing useful products such as methane from organic materials comprising providing aqueous solution with organic materials; contacting the solution with gas having ozone (0.01 ppm); contacting ozonated solution with an organism and/or enzymes for converting oxidized medium into metabolic product; and collecting the product.
NOVELTY - Continuous carbon dioxide absorption apparatus includes a vertical gas absorption reactor (2) which contains loosely packed mixing units submerged in a carbon dioxide absorbent liquid, and a liquid outlet and inlet in its wall; and a regenerator (3) including a heating mechanism and an inlet, outlet, and a carbon dioxide vent.    USE - For removing carbon dioxide from a stream of air or other gas, particularly for use with an alkaline fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The novel apparatus is compact and operates efficiently with a very low power requirement compared to conventional equipment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Continuous carbon dioxide absorption apparatus for removing carbon dioxide from a stream of air or other gas includes a vertical gas absorption reactor which contains loosely packed mixing units submerged in a carbon dioxide absorbent liquid, and with a gas inlet at or near the base of the reactor through which the incoming stream of gas is admitted, a gas outlet at or adjacent the top of the reactor through which the outgoing stream of treated gas leaves the reactor in use, a liquid outlet and inlet in its wall; and a regenerator including a heating mechanism and with an inlet, an outlet, and a carbon dioxide vent. The liquid outlet is higher up the wall of the reactor than the liquid inlet. The regenerator inlet is connected to the liquid outlet from the reactor, and the regenerator outlet is connected to the liquid inlet to the reactor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a diagrammatic longitudinal section through the above apparatus.    Gas absorption reactor (2)    Regenerator (3)
NOVELTY - An inflammable gas reforming method comprises gasifying combustible material in a gasification device, reforming the formed gas produced in a gas reforming device using a catalyst to produce a product gas, and regenerating the catalyst deteriorated in the gas reforming device with a catalyst regeneration device. The waste heat of the gas reforming process is used as a heat source for catalyst regeneration and/or heating.    USE - Used for gasifying combustible materials e.g. coal, biomass, domestic waste, industrial waste, refuse derived fuel, and waste plastics.    ADVANTAGE - Waste material and waste heat can be utilized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a combustible gas reforming device having a gasification device, a gas reforming device and a catalyst regeneration device which uses the waste heat of the gas reforming device;    (2) a combustible gas regeneration device which supplies a gas containing oxygen, water vapor and/or hydrogen to the catalyst regeneration device, and uses the reaction heat in heating and regenerating the catalyst particles along with the process waste heat; and    (3) a gasification device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows a device for carrying out the combustible material gasification method. (Drawing contains non-English language text).    Gasification device (11)    Gas reforming device (12)    Catalyst regeneration device (13)    Raw material (A)    Gasified produced gas (Ga)    Reformed product gas (Gb)    Catalyst (Ca)    Deteriorated catalyst (Ca')    Process waste heat (Tp)
NOVELTY - Fiber pulp and fuel are produced from municipal waste by keeping the retention time of the process at less than 12 hours, preferably shorter than 6 hours.    USE - For producing fiber pulp and fuel from municipal waste, useful in fiber products coming in contact with foods.    ADVANTAGE - The novel method reduces problems related to the recovery and recycling of the recyclable fractions of municipal waste, and produces microbiologically pure, good-quality fiber pulp and homogeneous fuel with a good heating value. The produced fiber pulp meets the quality requirements set for fiber products that come into contact with foods, e.g. corrugated cardboard cases, for packing fruit and vegetables. The bacteria carried with the product flow are reduced compared to the traditional process, in which the retention time is long.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of fiber pulp and fuel from municipal waste involves pre-treating the waste, pulping the waste to fiberize the paper in water, removing two material flowing from the pulper, recovering and converting the fibers present in the first material flow into fiber pulp, and recovering and converting the reject contained in the second material flow into fuel. The retention time of the process t = Vp/(F-K + F-R + F-B) is kept shorter than 12 hours, preferably shorter than 6 hours. The first flow contains mainly fiber suspension and the second flow contains mainly non-biodegradable reject.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for producing fiber pulp and fuel from municipal waste, as above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows pulping of waste and the process phase in the manufacture of fiber pulp and fuel.
NOVELTY - Providing an inexpensive means of preparing a high cobalt surface area Fischer-Tropsch catalyst on a support other than alumina.    USE - For producing hydrocarbons from hydrogen and carbon monoxide.    ADVANTAGE - The amine carbonate precursors increase the cobalt surface area per gram of cobalt, so that activity levels are maintained while decreasing the cost. The catalyst used has good mechanical stability at the conversion-promoting conditions. The produced products have a great range of molecular weights.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A Fischer-Tropsch catalyst comprises an active first metal comprising cobalt, and a carrier material comprising silica or silica compound. It has cobalt surface area/g catalyst of at least 13 m2/g.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for forming the above catalyst, by heating a mixture of a silica-containing component and cobalt carbonate to precipitate cobalt hydroxycarbonate on the silica-containing component to form a cobalt-loaded support, drying the support, and calcining the support.
NOVELTY - A water gas shift reactor (5) generates hydrogen and carbon dioxide, from water vapor and carbon monoxide in gas produced from the reformer (2). Hydrogen generated in the water gas shift reactor removes oxygen contained in air from exterior, which is supplied into water gas shift reactor is removed by the hydrogen.    USE - For reforming hydrocarbons and alcohol in fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration of the water gas shift catalyst due to oxidation is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the fuel cell system.    Reformer (2)    Water gas shift reactor (5)
NOVELTY - A fueling apparatus comprises at least two fuel bearing containers (7) placed in proximity to each other for moving fluid from container(s) into other container(s) for generating a hydrocarbon bearing fuel with other container(s), and moving the hydrogen bearing fuel from the other container to an exit.    USE - The fueling apparatus, e.g. hydrogen generator, used for fueling polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides a simple, reliable, and safe fuel interactive system for small hydrogen fuel cells that prevents inadvertent hydrogen production by any single ampule exposed to water or typical consumer environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows two encapsulated diffusion ampule system.    Containers (7)    Ampules (8, 12)    Chemical hydrides (11)    Hydrogen gas (21)    Fuel cell (90)    Products (91)
NOVELTY - Solid domestic waste is treated with microorganisms and then populated with earth worm culture, said microorganisms being, more particularly, suspension of aerobic thermophile microorganisms, which are introduced at 55-69 C, and said earth worm culture being of family Eisenia, species foetida and red Californian hybrid.    USE - Fertilizer production.    ADVANTAGE - Solvent composting process, eliminated pathogenic microflora, and improved quality of compost. 3 tbl
NOVELTY - Apparatus has casing with liquid manure introducing device, cover and inclined bottom with reprocessed product discharge device located in lower part of bottom. Apparatus is further equipped with device for directing liquid manure for circulation and device made in the form of pump and adapted for urging liquid manure to move inside casing in circular path, with both devices being connected to one another and device made in the form of pump being further connected to liquid manure introducing device. Inclined bottom is provided with depression extending along the entire length thereof. Plate is located inside casing and aerator is positioned above plate and connected to air flow inducing device. Liquid manure introducing device is positioned in mid portion of casing. Apparatus is used for reprocessing of animal wastes and bird dung, preferably, wastes of animals kept under conditions free of litter.    USE - Agricultural engineering.    ADVANTAGE - Increased efficiency of treatment with the use of hydraulic washing off of vital activity products of animals and simplified construction. 11 cl, 2 dwg
NOVELTY - A method for refining an alternative fuel that is derived from waste edible oil and fat using granular chitosan is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for refining an alternative fuel comprises the steps of:    (i) preparing an acid solution with a pH range of 3.5 to 5.5;    (ii) mixing the acid solution with an alternative fuel in a volume ratio of 1:0.5-1.5, wherein the alternative fuel is obtained from waste edible oil and fat by usual esterification reaction;    (iii) contacting about 1 liter of the mixture solution obtained in the second step with 0.1 to 1 wt.% of chitosan;    (iv) separating the chitosan mixture into water and oil; and    (v) drying oily portion and thus removing residual water.
NOVELTY - An apparatus and method for preparing refuse derived fuel (RDF) using sewage sludge and waste synthetic resin is provided, which can recycle sewage sludge and waste synthesis resin by environmentally-friendly process, save 120 to 150 kg/h energy required for drying the waste by using RDF, and can prevent emission of dioxin by performing complete combustion of waste by two stage combustion at high temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus comprises a sorting part(11) for selecting and sorting PE, PP from the collected waste synthesis resin and domestic waste; a primary crushing equipment(12) for cutting and crushing the sorted waste into 100 to 200 mm; a vibration screen(13) for selecting metal, non-metal, soil, stone contained in the crushed waste by magnets and vibrator; a secondary crusher(14) for crushing into 30 to 50 mm; a silo(15); a sludge store part(16) for storing sludge transferred from terminal treatment plant; a drier(18) of double structure drum type for drying the waste fed by a quantitative feeder to 25 % moisture content; a mixing equipment(26) for mixing the dried waste and waste synthesized resin by a ratio of 4:6 at a mixed raw material feeder followed by hot air drying to 15 % moisture before adding slaked lime, an additive, to mix; a mixed raw material feeder(25) for controlling the moisture content again, mixing ratio and for feeding to an extrude/molding equipment(29).
NOVELTY - Activated sludge treatment using metal hydroxide, can be adapted to the changing load of influent waste water by comprising a good settling property and adsorption force for toxic material of microorganism and iron hydroxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Activated sludge treatment using metal hydroxide, can be adapted to the changing load of influent waste water by comprising an excellent settling property and adsorption force for toxic material of microorganism and iron hydroxide. The system also can keep the microorganism concentration 2 x as high as the existing process by increased concentration of sludge recycled from settling tank, thereby diminishing generation of excess sludge. The method comprises feeding bivalent or trivalent metal hydroxide to one of an influent tank, a flow control tank, an aeration tank, a settling tank or a recycle sludge tank of the sludge treatment process, the metal hydroxide being at least one or mixture of iron hydroxide, zinc hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide.
NOVELTY - A main heat exchanger (2) cools the raw material gas compressed by a compressor (51). A separator (5) separates hydrocarbon from the cooled gas. A carbon monoxide separation column (6) performs liquefying separation of carbon monoxide from the isolated hydrocarbon gas. A fluid supply unit supplies nitrogen fluid with boiling point lower than carbon monoxide and higher than hydrogen, to top portion of carbon monoxide separation column.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas with a very low residual concentration of carbon monoxide is obtained, since nitrogen liquid with boiling point temperature lower than carbon monoxide and higher than hydrogen is supplied to carbon monoxide separation column.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Main heat exchanger (2)    Hydrocarbon separator (5)    carbon monoxide separation column (6)    Compressor (51)
NOVELTY - A water vapor supply unit (8) blows in hot water vapor at 800 degreesC or more into the plasma melting furnace (1), while supplying the burning material to the furnace directly.    USE - For burning materials, such as garbage, municipal solid waste, to generate power and use in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The furnace interior is made to generate carbon monoxide and hydrogen efficiently. Enables uniform control of gas generation. Improves power generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A waste gas processing facility is included to remove dust, while removal of harmful substance from the gas obtained by gasification of the burning material in the plasma melting furnace. The decomposition chamber (10) is on downstream side of the furnace, for decomposing and removing harmful substance from the gas. A cooling tower (12) cools the gas removed in the harmful substance to a fixed temperature, and the dust removal device removes dust from cooled gas. An acidic gas removal device (18) removes acidic gas from the dust removed gas. A gas holder with controller is included to store gas and control calorie, which is used to generate power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the waste gas processing facility of the plasma melting furnace, as above. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    plasma melting furnace (1)    water vapor supply unit (8)    decomposition chamber (10)    cooling tower (12)    acidic gas removal device (18)
NOVELTY - Anaerobically digesting sludge comprises sequentially carrying out solubilization, acid generation and methane fermentation digestion in process zones (3A - 3D), where the sludge is supplied to zone (3A) and is moved into other zones by extrusion and reduced into a low molecular compound in each zone.    USE - The method is used for digesting organic sludge, such as sewage, human waste, stock raising waste material, organic refuse and foodstuff waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The organic sludge is digested by methane fermentation in shorter duration using a compact anaerobic digester.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for anaerobic digester which comprises several process zones divided by a dividing wall (9) having an opening (9A) at the top.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the above anaerobic digestive system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Process zones (3A-3D)    Dividing wall (9)    Opening (9A)
NOVELTY - Pseudomonas medocina FERM P-18187, having organic chlorine containing aromatic compound decomposing ability, is new.    USE - Pseudomonas medocina FERM P-18187 is used for decomposing organic chlorine containing an aromatic compound, such as, dioxin chosen from polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxin, polychlorinated dibenzofuran and coplanar polychlorinated biphenyl contained in soil.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables decomposition of organic chlorine containing an aromatic compound within a short period of a day or two. By using the bacteria (crude oil derived Pseudomonas). The bacteria showed high dioxin decomposing ratio. The simple and inexpensive apparatus enables rapid decomposition of dioxin even with a day.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) decomposing an organic chlorine containing aromatic compound using Pseudomonas medocina FERM P-18187; and    (2) decontamination of soil containing dioxin by using Pseudomonas medocina FERM P-18187.
NOVELTY - Processing farm land soil, using a soil processing system, comprising: (a) collecting solar energy using a collection unit (10) for a predetermined period in a soil region (102) and transferring it to another soil region (104); and (b) transferring the solar energy collected in the region (104) to the soil region (102), after harvesting a plant grown in the soil region (102); is new.    USE - The method is useful for processing soil used for plant growth such as farm land (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Plant growth is increased and weeding is reduced by improving the soil, hence agricultural production is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a soil processing system, comprising:    (a) a solar energy electrical power generating device;    (b) a system-interconnection device;    (c) a solar energy collection part; and    (d) an electric wire inserted into the soil.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the soil processing system.    Collection unit (10)    Soil regions (102,104)
NOVELTY - A chitin containing waste material is processed by compressing the waste material with high density under anaerobic condition using bacteria such as Clostridium, generating hydrogen gas and collecting the gas as a source of energy.    USE - For processing chitin containing waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The method is cost effective and enables effective processing of chitin containing waste material.
NOVELTY - Apparatus for treating waste water containing components which are slow to biodegrade as well as easily degradable material, comprising: (a) an anaerobic reactor (1); and (b) at least two UV lamps (3) of different power, is new.    USE - The apparatus is useful for treating waste water containing components which are slow to biodegrade as well as easily degradable material (claimed).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the apparatus (Drawing contains non-English language text).    Anaerobic reactor (1)    Double-walled lamp mounting (2)    UV lamp (3)    Recirculation pump (4)    Biomass recirculator (5)    Optical sensors (6, 7)
NOVELTY - Two stage bioreactor for treatment of animal or vegetable biomass, especially slurry, comprising: (a) a prereactor (10) for acid formation which is mounted inside a sealed main reactor (20) in which methane is formed; and (b) a S-shaped siphon (11) at the base of the prereactor which feeds biomass on to the surface (21) of the material in the main tank, is new.    USE - The bioreactor is useful for the formation of methane from animal or vegetable biomass, especially slurry (claimed).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of the bioreactor.    Prereactor (10)    Siphon (11)    Main reactor (20)    Surface of biomass (21)    Baffle plate (23)    Recirculation line (37)    Recirculation pump (40)
NOVELTY - The method involves cleaning the fuel cell operating medium depending on the operating state of the system, whereby the operating medium cleaning device (4) is activated if a transient operating state occurs and the operating medium cleaning device is deactivated if a stationary operating state occurs.    USE - For operating a fuel cell system with fuel cell, reformer and operating medium cleaning device.    ADVANTAGE - Improved quality of fuel cell operating medium and optimized operation of the overall system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive system    fuel cell (1)    reformer (2)    operating medium cleaning system (3)    operating medium cleaning device (4)
NOVELTY - The method involves controlling a compressor (67) or electric motor (65) and/or an associated component (77) in accordance with the operating temperature or a proportional value to set an operating pressure produced by the air compressor to a value that represents a minimum value for each operating point of the fuel cell stack (11) guaranteeing operation at this point.    USE - For operating fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Significantly more efficient system operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram representation of an inventive fuel cell system    compressor (67)    electric motor (65)    valve (77)    fuel cell stack (11)
NOVELTY - Introducing spores of fungal species with decontaminating properties into water-bearing sediment layers, for bioremediation of subterranean water comprises: (1) determining the speed and direction of groundwater movement in the sediment layers; (2) adding spores to the sediment; and (3) transporting the spores in the groundwater to a contaminated area.    USE - The method is used for decontamination (bioremediation) of subterranean waters.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides selective delivery of spores to contaminated areas, based on the ability of spores to be transported through layers of sediment.
NOVELTY - Determining the presence of volatile fatty acids (VFA) in matrices with a high organic content and anaerobic fermentations, comprises that a sample is taken from the fermenting substrate in a bio-gas assembly, an acid is added, and the presence of fatty acids is determined by gas chromatography.    USE - The method is used for the detection of volatile fatty acids in a bio-gas assembly, e.g. acetic acid, propionic acid, isobutyric acid, butyric acid, isovaleric acid, valeric acid, to optimize the production of bio-gas.    ADVANTAGE - The method gives a rapid and reliable quantifying of the presence of VFA in heavily charged samples, with a low labor effort.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - To determine the presence of volatile fatty acids (VFA) in matrices with a high organic content and anaerobic fermentations, a sample is taken from the fermenting substrate in a bio-gas assembly. An acid is added, and the sample allowed to settle. The sample is passed through a centrifuge until there is separation, and part of the surplus is removed. The presence of fatty acids is determined by gas chromatography. The acid is a carbonic acid in a 10 - 30 wt.% watery solution, and preferably formic acid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagram of a standard calibration with a conventional multi-component standard as a chromatogram. (The drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Determining the presence of volatile fatty acids (VFA) on site in matrices with a high organic content, and anaerobic fermentations, comprises separating short-chain carbonic acids from the matrix by ion chromatography.    USE - The method is used for determining the presence of VFA on site in matrices with a high organic content, and anaerobic fermentations (claimed). The system is for the control of anaerobic fermentation in a bio-gas assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The presence of VFA can be detected rapidly on site, with a simple apparatus which can be used by unskilled personnel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - To determine the presence of volatile fatty acids (VFA) on site in matrices with a high organic content, and anaerobic fermentations, the short-chain carbonic acids are separated from the matrix by ion chromatography. The separated short-chain carbonic acids are detected as a total or individual concentration. Particles are separated from the sample during its preparation. The detection is through identification of the electrical conductivity. The background conductivity of the elution agent is suppressed, using a hydrogen carbonate/carbonate solution. An anion exchanger is used for the separation stage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the portable analysis apparatus. (The drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The organic compound fertilizer consists of animal excrement as main component, adsorbent, fermenting agent, light calcium carbonate, animal blood, silica and trace elements. It is one kind of environment protecting high-efficiency fertilizer and can improve soil, increase fertility and improve crop quality.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - It may be used to replace chemical fertilizer and has the advantages of long fertilizer effect, wide application range, no pollution and low cost.
NOVELTY - A composite microbial preparation is prepared from hay bacillus (35-45%) lichen bacillus (25-35%) and thermofat bacillus (25-35%) through inoculating, culturing, proportional mixing, and culturing again. A microbial leaven is prepared from the composite microbial preparation through adsorption, press filter, breaking and baking.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A microbial fertilizer is prepared from the composite microbial preparation, mud, peat, dung and dropping of chicken and livestock, distiller's grain, powered coal ash, straw or stalk, and city refuse through fermenting.
NOVELTY - An organic compound fertilizer is prepared from chicken droppings and pig excrement as main raw material, N, P and K fertilizers, magnesium sulfate and ferrous sulfate through mixed fermentation under the action of sulfuric acid after the fermentation of rice husk, yeast, bean cake and saccharide. The organic compound fertilizer serves to eliminate soil crusting, and increase yield of crops with low cost and no environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a city organic refuse system treatment process integrating composting process, incineration and burying into one body. Said city refuse treatment system process includes the following procedures of sorting, composting and fermentation, producing organic refuse powder, production of composite fertilizer and incineration, burying inorganic refuse and making building materials, etc. to digest all refuse. As compared with general composting time, its fermentation period is shortened by 1/3, the death rate of Ascaris egg is 100%, coli titer is 10(-2), and the organic matter content of organic fertilizer produced by using city refuse is up to above 20% (dry weight).
NOVELTY - Synthesis gas production comprises subjecting biomass to fast pyrolysis to produce oil and char, slurrying the char in the oil and injecting the slurry into a fluid bed gasifier under pressure.    USE - For producing synthesis gas from biomass, especially agricultural waste. The gas can be used e.g. as a fuel gas or reducing gas or for methanol or Oxo synthesis or (after shift conversion) for hydrogenation.    ADVANTAGE - Injecting the char into the gasifier in the form of a pumpable slurry avoids problems associated with the injection of finely divided solids under high pressures.
NOVELTY - Process for increasing the efficiency of and reducing exhaust gases in fuel cell systems comprises increasing the oxygen amount of the air introduced for fuel cells operating with atmospheric oxygen on the cathode side and/or the hydrogen amount of the fuel gas for fuel cells operating with hydrocarbons on the anode side, using a gas enriching process coupled to a reforming process using a high temperature fuel cell.    USE - Especially for producing energy and for water generating systems based on fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The reforming process uses a high temperature fuel cell (3), in which reaction gases (hydrogen, hydrocarbons, water, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide) are removed and re-used. The hydrogen is fed to one or more low temperature fuel cells (4) and water and hydrocarbons are condensed out and re-introduced to the reforming process. The carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide are fed to an exhaust gas catalyst (14).    Preferred Features: Hydrogen obtained by the internal reformer process of a high temperature fuel cell is cooled to less than 80 degrees C and is removed using a molecular sieve and fed to one or more low temperature fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    high temperature fuel cell (3)    low temperature fuel cells (4)    exhaust gas catalyst (14)
NOVELTY - The gas distribution element has gas chambers (26) and an integral measurement board (12) with a number of measurement segments (36) via which a local current distribution can be measured and a number of current tapping elements (34) for contacting an electrode and carrying currents to the measurement board in the perpendicular direction.    USE - For feeding reaction gas to one or more electrochemical electrodes, especially fuel cell electrodes.    ADVANTAGE - Enables local current distribution to be measured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a contact plate for positioning between an electrochemical cathode and anode and a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic exploded representation of an inventive device    gas chambers (26)    measurement board (12)    measurement segments (36)    current tapping elements (34)
NOVELTY - Increased drive current demand (IAn) is added to the auxiliary load (IKomp) giving the total instantaneous load current demand (ISoll). A mathematical model (1) calculates from this the current (IVer) required as a function of time which is then compared in comparator (4) with the existing load current (IGez) to give the additional current demand (e). From this a function block (2) assesses the current available thermal capacity (J) of components, e.g. catalytic burner, downstream of the cell from which function block (3) sets the operating level of the cell.    USE - Controls the fuel fed to the cell based on the available thermal capacity of down stream components when additional current is called for.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the supply of excess hydrogen in response to increased power demand to avoid damage to components due to overheating.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow diagram for implementing the method to the present invention.    model (1)    function blocks (2,3)    comparator (4)    drive current (IAn)    existing load current (IGez)    auxiliary load (IKomp)    required current (ISoll)    current required (IVer)    thermal capacity. (J)
NOVELTY - The electrode boards inserted in the slots of plug-in module of case, form electrode voltage dividing structure in the case. The hydrogen and oxygen produced by electrolyzing the electrolyte are dissipated through an outlet (106). An electrolyte in the case is transferred to/from a cooling system through the heat dissipation outlet (108) and inlets (107) provided in case.    USE - Plug-in electro bath used in oxy hydrogen fuel producing device (claimed) for oxy hydrogen torch used as industrial cutting device or heating device.    ADVANTAGE - Since the heat dissipation inlets are provided on either sides of case respectively, the electrolyte is uniformly distributed in the case. Since the plug-in slot module is formed with a long slot board or several short slot boards, the plug-in slot module is versatile. The plug-in electro bath fabricated easily prevents various watermark of the electrolyte in cooling and recycling and reduces built-up impurities. Since the electrode boards are inserted into the slot, the screw or rivet for assembling is unnecessary, hence the number of rubber seals are O-rings are reduced. Since cooling system performs heat dissipation to both electrolyte and hydrogen and oxygen at the same time, the size and weight of the device are reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for oxy hydrogen fuel producing device comprising plug-in electro bath.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the oxy hydrogen fuel producing device.    gas outlet (106)    heat dissipation inlet (107)    heat dissipation outlet (108)
NOVELTY - The ultrasonic focusing apparatus (160) arranged adjacent to the piezoelectric crystal (140) positioned in the entrance port of the conduit (121), focuses the emitted ultrasonic energy that is directed into waste matter stream flowing through conduit, towards the exit port along conduit axis (129).    USE - For treating agricultural, industrial or municipal waste matters.    ADVANTAGE - Due to the focussing of ultrasonic energy along conduit axis, the efficiency with which the ultrasonic energy treats waste matter stream passing through the conduit, is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) ultrasonic energy reflecting apparatus;    (2) ultrasonic energy focusing and reflecting apparatus;    (3) ultrasonic energy transmitting apparatus;    (4) ultrasonic energy focussing method;    (5) ultrasonic energy reflecting method;    (6) ultrasonic energy focussing and reflection method;    (7) ultra energy transmission method;    (8) ultrasonic energy source assembling method; and    (9) flowable substance treatment method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional side view of ultrasonic focussing apparatus.    conduit (121)    conduit axis (129)    piezoelectric crystal (140)    ultrasonic focusing apparatus (160)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell power system (10) includes a fuel processor (2) for converting an inlet fuel stream of hydrogen and carbon containing fuels to a processed fuel stream of hydrogen molecules by using a substantial portion of the cathode effluent stream as oxygen containing gas and water vapor.    USE - Fuel cell power system.    ADVANTAGE - Increases the efficiency of the fuel cell power system since cathode effluent is effectively used.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell processes air through a cathode to yield the cathode effluent stream.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for increasing the efficiency of a fuel cell power system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the fuel cell power system.    Fuel processor (2)    Fuel cell power system (10)
NOVELTY - An in-situ measuring system of biomass in a mixed culture is provided, thereby easily and effectively disposing of environmental contamination and rapidly detecting changes in properties of waste water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The in-situ measuring system of biomass in a mixed culture comprises the parts of: a culturing vessel; a multiple pump(2) which transfers a solution to be measured from a first inlet(21) to a first outlet(22) as well as a solution to be analyzed from a second inlet(23) to a second outlet(24); a first washing and filtering device(3) which washes and filters the solution to be measured, adds an acid solution into the filtered, remaining solids and reversely washes them; an ultrasonic wave crusher(4) which crushes the first washed and filtered solution and drains the crushed solution; a second filtering device(5) which filters the crushed solution and reversely washes it; a distilled water tank(61); an acid solution tank(62); a transferring pump(63) which transfers the distilled water and the acid solution; a spectrofluorophotometer(7) which extracts or analyzes the second filtered solution to be analyzed; a drain tank(8) which stores a drained solution; and a compressor(9) which provides highly pressurized air.
NOVELTY - A microorganism reaction treatment apparatus for removing malodor is provided to simplify the apparatus and substantially increase removal efficiency by assembling a plurality of units for microorganism reaction media that are reacted with malodorous gas to maximize removal efficiency of microorganisms, and a microorganism reaction treatment method for removing malodor is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The microorganism reaction treatment apparatus for removing malodor comprises an upper frame body(21) to which a plurality of units for microorganism reaction media(10) are connected, and on which a retention part(19) and a space part(52) for gas exhaustion are formed; a cover(22) covering the frame body(21) and the units for microorganism reaction media and comprising a water pipe(27) for dispersing water and moisture and a nozzle(34) for moisture supply; a blower(32) for supplying gas flown in through a lower inlet pipe(31) into the retention part(19) through a distribution pipe; a water supply tank(40) which is installed at a lower frame(29) to supply water and moisture to the retention part(19) and the units for microorganism reaction media(10); and a load sensor(50) which is inserted thus fixed between the frame body(21) and the lower frame(29) to measure moisture content of the media inside the units for microorganism reaction media(10).
NOVELTY - The equipment for mixing and fermenting compost materials is provided, which is characterized by offering hot air to food and organic waste containing minerals for in far infrared emission. Accordingly, the equipment improves mixing and fermentation efficiency and removes bad smell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The equipment carries waste materials smoothly and improves mixing efficiency by screw wings on the circumference of a conveyor axis and stirring wings between screw wings(24). Also, the equipment supplies hot blast from a hot air supply tube(19) and holes on the axis to waste materials inside fermentation tank(10), which results in far infrared emission from minerals-added waste for homogeneous fermentation and removal of bad smell. The supplied hot air is recycled by a fan(30) connected to a hose(31) on circulation tubes(16,17), and harmful gas generated from fermentation is discharged to an outlet(18).
NOVELTY - The piping (22,23) at the separator and distributor sides are coupled by inserting the piping slidably into the coupling pipe (21) made of an insulating material and interfitting the pipes by electrical insulation.    USE - In solid electrolyte type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The expansion of the gas feeding pipe by the heat is reliably prevented. Simplifies the structure of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the gas feed pipe of the fuel cell.    coupling pipe (21)    piping (22,23)
NOVELTY - Gas generator has controlled pressures in two storage tanks (2,3) which respectively store hydrogen and oxygen sent along with pure water from an electrolysis device (1) which electrolyzes pure water, are measured by sensors (6,7). A controller (18) controls the water level in at least any one of the tanks, based on the measurements to eliminate the pressure difference between both the tanks.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen and oxygen by performing electrolysis of pure water, useful in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The pressures of electrolysis device and the storage tanks which store oxygen and hydrogen emitted from the electrolysis device can be made equal without causing a wastage of gas, since the pure water level of at least one of the storage tanks is controlled based on the pressures measured in both tanks, to eliminate the pressure difference between both the tanks.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of gas generating plant. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrolysis device (1)    storage tanks (2,3)    sensors (6,7)    controller (18)
NOVELTY - The reformer which produces hydrogen from reformed raw material gas has a modification-reaction portion (1), a water gas shift portion (2) and a cooling unit (5). A reformed gas containing hydrogen is produced from the downstream side of portion (1) by modification reaction of the reformed raw material gas. Carbon monoxide present in the reformed gas is decreased by water gas shift reaction in portion (2).    USE - For producing hydrogen used as fuel in fuel cell systems of fuel cell electric vehicles, from reformed raw material gas.    ADVANTAGE - The reformer is small, highly efficient and practical. The water gas shift portion has a simple structure and reduced size. The concentration of carbon monoxide in the reformed gas is maintained below a predetermined value by the use of a shift catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The reformer which produces hydrogen from reformed raw material gas has a modification-reaction portion (1), a water gas shift portion (2) and a cooling unit (5). A reformed gas containing hydrogen is produced from the downstream side of portion (1) by modification reaction of the reformed raw material gas. The concentration of carbon monoxide present in the reformed gas is decreased by water gas shift reaction in portion (2). The water gas shift portion holds a shift catalyst, and water gas shift reaction of the reformed gas occurs in a container (21) having the gas shift portion (2). A cooling unit is provided in the intermediate portion of the shift catalyst, along the gas flow direction for reducing the gas temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show entire-schematic block diagram of a reformer, axial sectional view of water gas shift portion and radial-direction sectional drawing of heat exchanger. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modification-reaction portion (1)    water gas shift portion (2)    cooling unit (5)    container (21)
NOVELTY - A primary power generator generates electricity from the natural energies. A production unit produces hydrogen by electrolysis using the generated electricity. A secondary power generator converts the produced hydrogen into electricity. A monitoring unit monitors whether specific amount of electricity is generated based on which a controller operates the secondary power generator.    USE - Greenhouse gas discharge suppression type electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - By reducing discharge of greenhouse gas like Co2 and So2, electricity can be generated without polluting the air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the green house discharge suppression type electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A pair of working electrodes (20,30) are immersed in the electrolytic solution stored in a reaction vessel (12). The working electrode (20) has a photocatalyst electrode film (23) on a transparent electrode (22) formed on a glass substrate (21). The light from a tungsten lamp (44) is irradiated on the photocatalyst electrode film and hydrogen is produced by electrode film of working electrode.    USE - For producing hydrogen gas from alcohol or electrolytic solution, for fuel cell power generator, fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency is improved by the formation of photocatalyst film on the transparent electrode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the hydrogen production method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Reaction vessel (12)    Working electrodes (20,30)    Glass substrate (21)    Transparent electrode (22)    Photocatalyst electrode film (23)    Tungsten lamp (44)
NOVELTY - An electrolytic hydrogen generator (1) removes the hydrogen and oxygen from the supply water using the energy supplied from the renewable source, such as a solar cell (9). A gas tank (2) stores the removed gas, for supply to the fuel cell (3).    USE - For electrically-powered vehicle, motor vehicle, aircraft, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The resources of the energy supply system are used effectively, and the cost of the system is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above heat energy supply system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Electrolytic hydrogen generator (1)    Gas tank (2)    Fuel cell (3)    Solar cell (9)
NOVELTY - An organic refuse disposer has a treatment tank (10) for receiving a process medium and organic refuse mixed with microorganisms, deodorization medium which mixes microorganisms included in medium container (63), deodorizer (60) for removing odor contained in exhaust gas from treatment tank, and heat retention component (91) for covering the circumference of deodorizer.    USE - For decompose-treating organic refuse from restaurant and food processing company.    ADVANTAGE - Temperature drop of deodorization medium is prevented by heating the atmosphere in heat retention component. Hence, moderate temperature environment of the microorganism in the deodorization medium is maintained and favorable deodorizing property is ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of deodorization unit of organic refuse diffuser. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Treatment tank (10)    Ventilating fan (55)    Deodorizer (60)    Medium container (63)    Heat retention component (91)
NOVELTY - An organic-refuse disposer has a treatment tank (10) for receiving a process medium and an organic refuse mixed with microorganisms, a medium container containing a deodorization medium mixed with microorganisms, a deodorizing apparatus (60) for removing odor in exhaust gas from treatment tank, and an exhaust heater (51) provided to the exhaust path of the deodorizing apparatus.    USE - For decompose-treating organic refuse from restaurants and food-processing sector companies.    ADVANTAGE - A desirable temperature environment for microorganisms is achieved in the deodorizing apparatus. Since the deodorization medium is heated moderately, desirable deodorization property of deodorizing apparatus is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram showing an entire structure of the organic-refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Treatment tank (10)    Control unit (32)    Exhaust heater (51)    Deodorizing apparatus (60)    Temperature detecting unit (81)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen-permeation film (2) made of palladium or platinum alloy is formed on specific surface of a porous support (4), after which stopgap material (7) in the porous support is removed.    USE - Hydrogen-permeation film unit.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen-permeation film of minimum thickness and with improved hydrogen permeability is formed easily and cheaply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of hydrogen-permeation film unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the expanded view of hydrogen-permeation film unit.    Hydrogen-permeation unit (2)    Porous support (4)    Stopgap material (7)
NOVELTY - A spherical float (3) is equipped internally into a spherical mesh like outer layer (2). Multiple pellets, having pores for supporting microorganisms, are filled between the outer surface of tool and inter surface of layer.    USE - For removing fats, oil floating in waste water purification tank in restaurants, schools.    ADVANTAGE - Maintains effectively fat splitting ability as spilling of microorganisms is prevented. The lower half of tool is always above water exposing to outer side, and the lower half is immersed into water, enhancing life of microorganism. The decomposition of fat is performed by floating of tool without need for labor, power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) removal apparatus; and    (2) fats and oil removal method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of removal tool.    Outer layer (2)    Spherical float (3)
NOVELTY - The unit (1) fills the tanks of hydrogen-powered vehicles (24). A pressure chamber (8) is integrated into the interior of the unit, as the hydrogen storage volume. It is designed to enter the vehicle, be connected, and to fill the vehicle fuel tank with hydrogen.    USE - A wheel-mounted unit for electrolytic generation of hydrogen, used for tank filling of hydrogen-powered vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Infrastructure for hydrogen supply is severely limited, preventing more general acceptance of hydrogen-powered vehicles, which this disclosure seeks to correct. The new unit allows hydrogen to be generated and filled into the vehicle tank, near any mains electricity socket, including at home or the workplace. The unit can be mounted in the vehicle, permitting travel over greater distances, with hydrogen generation during stops.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The unit includes a water-filling connection (5) and water storage container (3). It can be positioned in the vehicle, preferably over a seat (25). It swings or tilts in. It docks, supports being provided (21, 23). It is detachably fixed in the tank-filling position.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A semi-pictorial schematic diagram illustrates the electrolytic tanking unit and vehicle.    Hydrogen tanking unit (1)    Water storage container (3)    Electrolysis system (4)    Water-filling connection (5)    Pressure chamber (8)    Source of energy (14)    Control unit (15)    Transmission unit (16)    Mains electricity connection (17)    Supports (21, 23)    Hydrogen-powered vehicles (24)    Seat (25)
NOVELTY - The gasification furnace is one vertical gas flow bed with two or more nozzles arranged symmetrically in one or several horizontal planes around the furnace. Inside the furnace, gas and liquid sludge flow are exhausted from the outlet at the bottom in parallel and downwards.    USE - For gasifying coal water slurry or pulverized coal. It is used in combined circular power generator, and it may be also used in preparing synthetic ammonia, synthetic methyl alcohol, and material gas for acetic acid and acetic anhydride producing hydroxylation process, producing sponge iron, CO and H2, and gasifying treatment of inflammable garbage.    ADVANTAGE - The novel gasification furnace has carbon converting rate of 98%, vapor decomposing rate of 25% and long service period.
NOVELTY - A fuel gas (14a) is supplied through a fuel gas passage to a fuel electrode (21), and a oxidizer gas (15a) is supplied to an oxidizer electrode (22), at low pressure. Oxidizer gas and fuel gas reacts electrochemically, to generate power. The fuel efficiency at fuel electrode is controlled, so as to avoid blocking of fuel gas passage due to water condensation.    USE - For generating power using fuel cell power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The performance reduction and deterioration of the fuel cell materials are avoided, without requiring large turndown ratio for constituent units of the fuel cell power generation system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of the fuel cell power generation system.    fuel gas (14a)    oxidizer gas (15a)    electrodes (21,22)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises a body (1) with fuel and air electrodes (1a,1b) to generate electrical power, a supply section (2) to supply gas to the fuel electrode and a supply section (3) to supply air to the air electrode according to the power demand. Exhaust fuel gas and air are combusted in a combustor (4) and a control device (6) includes a temperature discrimination section (7) receiving a signal from a combustor temperature sensor (5) and controlling a power increase permitting section (9) according to the permitted temperature.    USE - Controlling fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Controls power output to predetermined level.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the system    Fuel and air electrodes (1a,1b)    Gas and air supply sections (2,3)    Combustor (4)    Temperature sensor (5)    Control device (6)    Discrimination section (7)
NOVELTY - A pair of hydrogen-selective membranes including a permeate surface (50) opposing to a mixed gas surface (48), are arranged within an enclosure (12). The membranes are spaced from each other by a support (54) including a membrane contacting layer made of alloy comprising nickel and copper. The layer has coefficient of thermal expansion less than the membrane.    USE - For use in fuel processing systems and fuel cell systems which is utilized in motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats, tools, lights, household appliance, signaling and communication equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen-selective membranes are supported against high feed pressure, enabling permeation of gas through the membranes. The flow of gas is not obstructed by the support.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the hydrogen purification device.    Enclosure (12)    Mixed gas surface (48)    Permeate surface (50)    Support (54)
NOVELTY - Providing gaseous hydrogen to end users comprises: (a) providing storage tanks (11) containing carbon nanotubes; (b) introducing a volume of hydrogen into each tank, the hydrogen being absorbed into the nanotubes; and (c) connecting the storage tanks to end user systems and selectively releasing the hydrogen as gas.    USE - Storing and retrieving hydrogen used e.g. in fuel cells to produce electrical current for providing electricity for consumer use and for powering motors used in vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Permits normal handling of hydrogen storage tanks. Facilitates storage and release of hydrogen at specific rate and thereby restrains danger of accumulation and ignition of vented hydrogen. Ensures reliable charging of hydrogen tanks and retrieving depleted tanks for refurbishment and recharging.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the gaseous hydrogen storage tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic view of the sub-systems of an end user installation of the storage tank.    hydrogen storage tanks (11)
NOVELTY - A refrigerant composition comprises difluoromethane, 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane, a component (A) chosen from 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane and 1,1-difluoroethane, and a component (B) chosen from isobutane, 1,1,1,2,3,3-hexafluoropropane and butane.    USE - For refrigerators and air conditioners.    ADVANTAGE - The novel refrigerant composition exhibits similar performance to that of chlorodifluoromethane (HCFC-22), prevents damaging of ozone layer, and effectively used as substitute for HCFC-22.
NOVELTY - Disclosed is a producing marsh gas and re-circulation power generating system, comprising a marsh gas manufacturing system and a re-circulation power generating system. The Marsh gas producing system includes a filter bath, a compressor, a decomposition bath, a stirrer, a methane storage bath, a high pressure storage bath, an aerated lagoon, and an chlorophyta lagoon. The re-circulation power generating system includes a boiler and a power generating device. The Marsh gas producing system continuously circulates and utilizes organic waste fluid such as animal feces and chlorophyta, and drives the stirrer through the air compressor, subjecting the stirrer to generate high temperature so as to improve the efficiency for generating Marsh gas from anaerobic bacteria. The re-circulation power generating system uses marsh gas to generate high temperature, high pressure gas, for driving the re-circulation power generating device to generate electricity.
NOVELTY - A circulation water pump (5) pumps pure water to a water electrolysis unit (1) where the pure water is electrolyzed to separate oxygen and hydrogen. Oxygen and hydrogen are stored in the respective storage tanks (3,2), where tank pressures are maintained higher than operating pressure.    USE - Gas generation plant.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen and oxygen are manufactured reliably and easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel-cell hybrid system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of gas generation plant.    water electrolysis unit (1)    storage tanks (2,3)    circulation water pump (5)
NOVELTY - A catalyst selected from Group VIII metals such as iron, cobalt, nickel, ruthenium, rhodium, palladium, osmium, iridium and platinum, is supported on a super strong acid carrier.    USE - Used for auto thermal reforming (ATR) apparatus that is used for hydrogen production unit of fuel cell system (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Improves oxidation stability, as the catalyst is excellent in stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) auto thermal reforming method;    (2) hydrogen production unit; and    (3) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of a fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - A catalyst comprises platinum, palladium, ruthenium, gold, rhodium and/or iridium supported on support. The support consists of magnesium oxide, calcium oxide and/or strontium oxide. The catalyst oxidizes carbon monoxide selectively from the gas containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide.    USE - For solid polymeric type fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst selectively oxidizes even trace of carbon monoxide present in raw material gas containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen. The catalyst decreases the carbon monoxide concentration in the generated gas. Hence, the heating gas utilized for electrode of fuel cell, prevents poisoning of noble metal group catalyst and suppresses catalyst deterioration. The catalyst enables to maintain longevity life by increasing the electric power generation efficiency of fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a method to oxidize selectively carbon monoxide; and    (2) fuel-cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of fuel cell.
NOVELTY - A two way valve (V1) is arranged at the fuel gas pipe (15) which connects the reformer (1) and fuel cell stack (2). A two way valve (V2) is arranged at the fuel gas pipe (12) which connects the fuel gas pipe (15) to the combustion portion (101). The two way valves (V31,V32) are arranged at the fuel gas pipes (19,20) which are connected to the exhaust side of the fuel cell stack.    USE - Fuel cell system e.g. solid-polymer-electrolyte type fuel cell system for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - By providing two way valves at the fuel gas pipes connected to the exhaust side of the fuel cell stack, the change of the carbon monoxide concentration during the opening and closing of a cross valve is eliminated, and the electric power generation efficiency is high.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the fuel cell system.    reformer (1)    fuel cell stack (2)    fuel gas pipes (15,12,19,20)    combustion portion (101)    two way valves (V1,V2,V31,V32)
NOVELTY - The exchangers (302,304,306) mutually exchange the paths of reformed gas flowing through center section (310) and peripheral areas (320).    USE - For fuel cell system of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The center section of flow path has hot reformed gas which is transferred to the peripheral areas at the path exchangers. Hence equalized temperature distribution is realized in the reformed gas flow path.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) flow path exchange device; and    (2) gas mixing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the reformed gas flow path. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    flow path exchangers (302,304,306)    center section of flow path (310)    peripheral areas of flow path (320)
NOVELTY - A detector detects the approach of the vehicle towards a close-in place such as tunnel and a control unit controls the hydrogen gas purge of fuel cell system according to detection signal.    USE - Fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the heating gas purge control of the fuel cell electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the detector in the fuel cell electric vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The length of the vaporizer (10) from the central point of nozzle (1A) to the lower wall (11) is set smaller than that from central point to upper wall.    USE - For fuel cell of motor, electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Reduction in modification property is eliminated and hence deterioration of catalyst is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the modifier of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non- English language text).    nozzle (1A)    vaporizer (10)    lower wall (11)
NOVELTY - A controller changes the deodorizing ability of the deodorizing vessel (4), according to the variation of the temperature of the process material (2).    USE - Organic refuse processing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the deodorizing capability, efficiently using a simple technique.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Deodorizing ability of the deodorizing vessel is improved by increasing the temperature of the catalyst, quantity of water to wash, flow of chemical solution, and the generation amount of ozone.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic refuse processing method which involves fluctuating deodorizing ability of the deodorizing vessel according to the variation temperature of the processed material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the organic refuse processing apparatus.    Process material (2)    Deodorizing vessel (4)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse disposer has a controller that controls a drive unit of stirrer which is stopped and operated alternately and repeatedly after initial stirring operation by adjusting the stirring time, stirring halt with the speed.    USE - For decomposing organic refuse generated in e.g. home, restaurant and food processing sector company.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses the high stirring operation. Avoids load increase of drive unit, and drop of garbage-disposal efficiency by granulation of organic refuse.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A controller adjusts the speed, stirring time, stirring halt, after the existence of initial stage stirring operation, according to external control signal. A timer outputs the control signal to stirring controller according to the detected quantity of organic refuse state in the treatment tank. An operating panel outputs control signal to initial stage controller according to operator's operation input and controller reduces the stirring time and speed. At the time of starting when the increase amount from the time of last drive completion of mass detected with load cell is below a predetermined value, the control apparatus operates the drive unit to omit the initial stage stirring operation of stirrer. The organic refuse in treatment tank is decomposed by microorganism in process medium.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining the stirring control. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A treatment tank with several stirrers receives the organic refuse. An operating panel performs separation of operation areas (100L,100U) for carrying out manual operation of operational units in one area, and for automatic operation of operational units in another area.    USE - Organic refuse disposer for treating decomposed organic refuse generated in e.g. home, restaurant and food processing sector company.    ADVANTAGE - The distinction becomes intelligibly visual at the time of operation, and thus improves the operativity of operating panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the organic refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Operation areas (100L,100U)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse disposer in home, comprises a stirring controller to move the stirrer in the treatment tank to overheat prevention mode in which the stirring time speed differs from normal operation mode, and is actuated when the heater heats organic refuse in the treatment tank.    USE - The organic refuse disposer is used in the home, restaurant or food-processing sector.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents overheating of heater, ensures sufficient organic refuse capacity, activity of microorganisms is maintained actively and sufficiently so as to ensure refuse capacity and promotes stirring operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In organic refuse disposer in the home, the heater is heated such that stirring controller shortens the residual time of stirrer and starts to set overheat prevention mode from stirring operation. Continuous overheat prevention mode is carried out at speed smaller than the speed of stirring operation and restarts stirring operation. The organic refuse of treatment tank is treated and decomposed by microorganisms at predetermined stirring time and speed.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for stirring control method of organic refuse disposer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining the control of stirring apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Organic refuse disposer has stirrers (13) in a treatment tank (10), providing component force in the direction of rotation axis (15) of the tank with respect to process medium when it is rotated.    USE - Organic refuse disposer for decomposing organic refuse ejected from e.g. home, restaurant or food-processing sector company.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents deviation of process medium to one side, and maintains smooth and uniform ejection of process medium from the treatment tank.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic refuse disposer has stirrers (13) equipped with stirring blades (19), providing component force in one or both side direction of rotation axis (15) during inversion or normal rotation of the stirrer. Discharge port (28a) is provided at the lower portion of tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of internal structure of organic refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Treatment tank (10)    Stirrers (13)    Rotation axis (15)    Stirring blades (19)    Discharge port (28a)
NOVELTY - In novel organic refuse processing apparatus, a portion of decomposition waste gas generated in a decomposition tank, is sent to a deodorization portion and remaining portion is sent to moisture content removal portion through a pipe (3). The deodorization portion (7) includes an oxidation catalyst for promoting decomposition of odor components in waste gas and an absorbent for absorbing the odor component.    USE - For processing organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - Energy required for driving the organic refuse processing apparatus, is reduced. The moisture content is removed from the waste gas efficiently. Deodorization efficiency is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In novel organic refuse processing apparatus, a portion of decomposition waste gas generated in a decomposition tank, is sent to a deodorization portion and remaining portion is sent to moisture content removal portion through a pipe (3). The deodorization portion (7) includes an oxidation catalyst for promoting decomposition of odor components in waste gas and an absorbent for absorbing the odor component. A heat exchanger (17) performs heat-exchange between the waste gas and the outer air. The waste gas is exhausted through a pipe (4), by operating a fan (11), after deodorization.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the organic refuse processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Pipes (3,4)    Deodorization portion (7)    Fan (11)    Heat exchanger (17)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse disposer comprises a treatment tank which receives a process medium and organic refuse mixed with microorganisms, and decompose-treats organic refuse. A deodorizing medium mixed with microorganisms is put in a medium container (63). A deodorizing apparatus (60) contains a deodorizing medium stirring unit (65) and removes odor present in treatment tank exhaust gas with the deodorizing medium.    USE - For organic refuse generated in restaurant and food-processing company.    ADVANTAGE - The organic refuse disposer prevents raise in moisture content of the deodorizing medium and ensures air permeability of the deodorizing medium. A favorable activity environment of microorganisms of the deodorizing medium is ensured. The deodorizing apparatus ensures favorable deodorizing property. The deodorizing medium is moderately changed into aggregate-like state by using the stirring unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing showing a cross-section of the internal structure of the deodorizing unit constructed in the organic refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Deodorizing apparatus (60)    Medium container (63)    Deodorizing medium stirring unit (65)    Water supply unit (78)
NOVELTY - A treatment tank receives a process medium and organic refuse containing microorganisms. A water supply apparatus which supplies warm water to the process medium, is controlled by an electromagnetic proportionality valve.    USE - The organic-refuse disposer is used in restaurant, food-processing sector company and the home.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature drop of the process medium due to adjustment of its moisture content is prevented, since the warm water is used as feedwater, hence the moisture content of the microorganism is adjusted finely.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic-refuse disposer comprises a deodorizing apparatus which decomposes and treats an odor component contained in the exhaust gas of the treatment tank. A stirrer stirs the process medium and organic refuse. A flow meter (47) and water supply heater arranged along the flow path of the water supply apparatus, detects the feed water flow amount and heats the feed water respectively. The detected flow amount is fed to a control apparatus which controls the electromagnetic proportionality valves, based on the moisture content of the process medium or organic refuse detected by the moisture content sensors. A temperature sensor detects the temperature of the feed water, process medium or organic refuse. The control apparatus controls the operation of a change-over switch of the water supply heater, when the temperature of the feed water is identical to the temperature of the process medium or organic refuse.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an internal cross-sectional view of the organic refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Flow meter (47)    Water supply apparatus (40)    Stirring device in treatment tank (13)    Treatment-tank heater (38)
NOVELTY - The chimney (2) and heating furnace of a combustion furnace are connected through a duct (11). The exhaust gas during gasification process of the waste plastic in a dry distillation box, is introduced to the combustion furnace for use as heat source, through a inlet tube connecting the distillation box and combustion furnace.    USE - For industrial application.    ADVANTAGE - As waste gas is recycled as a heat source of the combustion furnace, installation space, capital cost are reduced effectively. As thermal decomposition of the plastic is controlled with respect to thermosensor output, reliable furnace temperature adjustment is achieved. Hence, efficient combustion process is performed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A thermosensor is provided in the combustion furnace for detecting temperature, based on which thermal decomposition of waste plastic in the dry distillation box is controlled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of incineration equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Chimney (2)    Duct (11)
NOVELTY - A dryer (1) dries a sewage sludge (A). A thermal decomposition furnace (2) thermally decomposes the dried sewage sludge (B) from the dryer. A thermal decomposition gas (E) formed in the decomposition furnace is burnt in a combustion furnace (4) as a fuel, to generate steam (J1) in a boiler (5). A steam-turbine generator (6) operates with the steam and generates electricity.    USE - For performing electricity generation, by using a thermal energy generated by performing thermal decomposition of sewage sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The electricity generation is performed efficiently with a simple plant containing compact equipment and simple facilities, by using the thermal decomposition gas of a sewage sludge as a fuel for steam generation to drive the turbine generator which produces electrical power. The sewage sludge can be used effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic structure of sewage sludge thermal decomposition gas powered electricity generation plant.    Dryer (1)    Thermal decomposition furnace (2)    Combustion furnace (4)    Boiler (5)    Steam-turbine generator (6)    Sewage sludge (A)    Sewage sludge (B)    Thermal decomposition gas (E)    Steam (J1)
NOVELTY - Desulfurization of an organosulfur compound-containing liquid oil involves processing the liquid oil by using an oxidizing agent and contacting the processed liquid oil with an absorbent. The oxidizing agent is selected from hydrogen peroxide, carboxylic acid, acidic catalyst and acid.    USE - For producing hydrogen for fuel cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sulfur content in the organosulfur compound-containing liquid oil is effectively reduced to 1 ppm or less. The absorbent and desulfurizing agent added during desulfurization have long life. The hydrogen for fuel cells is manufactured economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organosulfur compound-containing liquid oil is selected from natural gas, alcohol, ether, liquefied petroleum gas, naphtha, gasoline, kerosene, light oil, fuel oil, asphaltene oil, oil-sand oil, coal liquid, petroleum group heavy oil, shale oil, GTL, waste-plastic oil and/or bio fuel. The carboxylic acid is selected from formic acid, acetic acid, benzoic acid, salicylic acids and/or their derivatives. The acidic catalyst is selected from heteropolyacid, silica-alumina, silica-magnesia, silica-boria, zeolite, sulfuric-acid supporting zirconia, platinum-sulfuric-acid supporting zirconia, silica, zinc oxide, alumina, titania, ceria, vanadium pentaoxide, antimony pentaoxide, aluminum chloride, clay, activated clay, acid clay and diatomaceous earth. The acid is selected from sulfuric acid, sulfonic acid, hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, antimony pentafluoride, trifluorocarbon, tin chloride, zinc chloride and/or iron chloride. The absorbent is selected from silica, alumina, silica-alumina, zeolite, titania, zirconia, magnesia, zinc oxide, clay, diatomaceous earth, activated carbon and/or insoluble synthetic resin. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen for fuel cells.
NOVELTY - A thermal decomposition furnace (92) obtains hot air gas, by combustion of obtained exhaust gas and additional fuel, when digestion gas obtained by a digester (71) is supplied as a fuel to a gas engine electricity generation facility (81), to obtain electrical power and high temperature exhaust gas.    USE - For indirect heat processing of processed object, such as waste materials e.g. sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The running cost is reduced, since hot air gas is obtained as heat source for combustion burner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above thermal decomposition treatment facility. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Digester (71)    Electricity generation facility (81)    Thermal decomposition furnace (92)
NOVELTY - Synthetic polymer chip for biodegradable organic solid-waste processing, is porous.    USE - For processing biodegradable organic industrial and domestic solid wastes.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of biodegradable organic waste processing is increased. As the biodegradable organic solid waste throughput per day and throughput per time are increased, the energy for processing is reduced. Therefore the process is more economical. As scrap plastics are used as raw material for synthetic polymer chip, recycling of resources is enabled, thereby providing an inexpensive polymer chip.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) generation method of synthetic polymer chip which involves mixing the pellet of a synthetic polymer and a foaming agent, heating the resulting mixture and molding in the form of synthetic polymer chip; and    (2) method of promoting biodegradable organic solid waste processing by microorganisms using the synthetic polymer chip, which involves promoting the propagation of microorganisms using the moisture content absorbed by the synthetic polymer chip during the impact of synthetic polymer chip with the biodegradable organic solid waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the result of the comparison of biodegradable organic solid waste processing processes using the synthetic polymer chip having microorganisms supporting ability and using the synthetic polymer chip without supporting ability. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - An air blower (6) sucks the gas produced during refuse decomposition, and ejects to deodorizer (5) through gas spillway (7). The air blower (6) in stopped, and another air blower (9) in the upper portion of the frame (1) is operated to suck the air near the frame and to eject it to the deodorizer through a ventilation line (10), when the lid (2) is detected to be in an open state by a detector (8).    USE - Deodorizer of indoor organic refuse decomposition machine.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents generation of bad smell during opening of the lid of refuse decomposition machine, by providing air blower near the opening of frame.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The air blower (9) sucks the air near the frame through an oblong inlet port (10a) which is arranged to the front upper portion of the frame. The air blower continues its operation for a predetermined time, after closing the lid. A directional control value (11) is moved to close the gas spillway (7) and ventilation line (10), when the lid is in opened and closed conditions, respectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of organic-refuse decomposition machine.    Frame (1)    Lid (2)    Treatment tank (3)    Deodorizer (5)    Air blowers (6,9)    Gas spillway (7)    Detector (8)    Ventilation line (10)    Inlet port (10a)    Directional control valve (11)
NOVELTY - A reformed gas obtained in process (C7) is heat-exchanged with a mixed gas in process (C5) and a compressed gas in process (C2). After the reformed gas is cooled, carbon monoxide metamorphism is performed in process (C8). An off gas exhausted from PSA equipment in process (C11) is utilized as a heat source for reforming reaction.    USE - For preparation of hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The method forms hydrogen capable of obtaining a high energy economic effect of 60% or more.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A reformed gas obtained in process (C7) is heat-exchanged with a mixed gas in process (C5) and a compressed gas in process (C2). After the reformed gas is cooled, carbon monoxide metamorphism is performed in process (C8). An off gas exhausted from PSA equipment in process (C11) is utilized as a heat source for reforming reaction. Hydrogen to be added to a material for desulfurization in process (C13) is taken out after the drain is removed from process (C10) so as not to use the product hydrogen. If the reformed gas is used to heat purified water which is mixed up in process (C4) before the reformed gas and after CO metamorphism conducted in process (C8) is cooled in process (C9), the energy efficiency is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows preparation of hydrogen. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Processes (C1-C11)
NOVELTY - In a hydrocarbon cracking process to produce hydrogen-rich gas and carbon by-products, liquid gas or natural gas is continually introduced to a heated reactor compartment (2) and breaks down in the absence of oxygen. The resultant gases are exhausted and the carbon products expelled by a fan to a compartment (1) into which oxygen is subsequently introduced and burning takes placed.    USE - Hydrocarbon cracking process and assembly for production of pure hydrogen for use in small-scale mobile fuel cells having no hydrogen reservoir.    ADVANTAGE - The simple process and assembly are capable of continuous or intermittent operation in response to changing loads.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a commensurate assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric view of a suitable assembly.    Oxidation compartment (1)    Reactor compartment (2)    Housing (2a)    Jet (2b)    Adapter (2b', 2b', 2c')    Drill holes (B)
NOVELTY - A vaporizer (3) heated up by a combustion device (1) feeds steam to a steam reformer (4). Waste gas from the anode (14.1) of a fuel cell (14) is fed to a burner (1.1) for the combustion device for post-combustion. The vaporizer lies in a direction of flow of a combustion gas (d) in front of heat exchanger surfaces (1.6) heating a heating substance (c) and has a hot-water chamber and coiled tubing in the combustion gas. A condensate (l) fed to the vaporizer originates from the waste gas (k) from a cathode (14.3) in the fuel cell.    USE - For heating system..    ADVANTAGE - A single burner is enough for heating up the heating substance and for generating steam.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a functional diagram of a heating system with the present invention.    Heating substance (c)    Combustion gas (d)    Waste gas (k)    Condensate (l)    Combustion device (1)    Burner (1.1)    Heat exchanger surface (1.6)    Vaporizer (3)    Steam reformer (4)    Fuel cell (14)    Anode (14.1)    Cathode (14.3)
NOVELTY - A back-fire gasification furnace for preparing combustible gas from city garbage comprises a top mouth, a feeder, a distributor, a furnace cavity, a refractory lining water jacket, a combustible gas sucking pipe orifice, a dual-layer T-shaped grate, a cinder collector and a discharger, and a water sealing tank. The gasifier utilizes garbage to produce combustible gas and raw material for the carbonation industry, saving land resources and giving obvious economic benefit.
NOVELTY - Preparing high-calorific low-pollution solid fuel from garbage includes heating the waste plastic materials in garbage to form blocks, pulverizing to 3-5 mm diameter particles, pulverizing the combustible garbage with high calorific to 3-5 mm diameter particles, proportionally mixing them together, adding adhesive and calcium oxide, and die pressing. The process gives full combustion and no generation of harmful gas.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a method for making centralized treatment and regeneration of urban refuse, said method includes the main technological processes of sorting, magnetic separation, fermentation and drying, and is characterized by that the house refuse and special refuse are separated and treated respectively, in the follow-up process after every respective treatment procedure they can be cross-utilized, the treated special refuse can be made into composite fertilizer and building material regenerated products, and the fermentation process of house refuse treatment can adopt aerobic and anaerobic double fermentation.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a kind of microbial preparation for treating human excrement and urine. It is formed from O'S clostridium, lactobacillus, dendriticus bacillus, desulphuricant, aceticacid clostridium and methanogen according to the ratio of 1:0. 25-4:0.25-4:0.25-4:0.25-4:0.25-4. When it is used, firstly the anaerobic microorganism is used to ferment, decomposed and liquefy the human excrement and urine, then the facultative and aerobic microorganism can be used to make aerobic aeration treatment of the water discharged from anaerobic treatment, then the water discharged from aerobic aeration treatment is sterilized and stored in the water storage tank of closet, and said water can be reused in fixed or movable closet.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a microbial preparation for processing human excrement and urine, which comprises contains facultative and aerobic organisms, formed from globular rhodopseudomonad, yellow-brown rhodospirillum, acidophilic rhodopseudomonad, red nocardia, pseudomonads bacteria, bacillus bacteria, cellvibrio bacteria, nitrobacteri and nitrosobacteria. When it is used, firstly, the anaerobic micro-organic is used to ferment, decompose and liquefy human excrement and urine, then the facultative and aerobic microorganism can be used to make aerobic aeration treatment of the water discharge from anaerobic treatment, then the water discharged from aerobic aeration treatment is sterilized and stored in the water storage tank of closet. It can be used for fixed or movable closet extensively.
NOVELTY - A composite fertilizer is prepared from life garbage as main raw material, inorganic active minerals, microbe, trace elements and inorganic chemical fertilizer. Its preparing process is disclosed.
NOVELTY - The production of a current from a carbon-containing material, especially biomass, comprises allothermally gasifying the material in a reactor (1) producing a fluidized layer (5); cooling the gas produced after passing through a cyclone in successive stages; removing pollutants from the gas by condensation; and removing further pollutants using a chemical method.    USE - Used for producing a current from a carbon-containing material, especially biomass.    ADVANTAGE - Effective energy recovery is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: The waste gases from combustion engines and/or burners are used to thermo-chemically digest the materials to be gasified, to heat and/or dry the materials to be gasified or to heat the combustion air of the gases or a post-combustion boiler. The waste gases are passed through a waste heat boiler to produce steam. A condensation steam turbine (9) is driven by the waste heat boiler.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the process.    Reactor (1)    Fluidized layer (5)    Condensation steam turbine (9)
NOVELTY - A heat exchanger has a temperature-humidity exchange polyelectrolytic film (C) that separates the oxidant (A) fed into the chamber of fuel cell and the oxidant (B) discharged from the fuel cell. The polyelectrolytic film absorbs the impurities contained in the fed oxidant, during temperature and humidity exchange.    USE - Fuel cell system for generating power.    ADVANTAGE - The power is generated effectively, since impurity in fed oxidant is absorbed by polyelectrolytic film during heat exchange.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of heat exchanger of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fed oxidant (A)    discharge oxidant (B)    polyelectrolytic film (C)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel cell unit (1) with an anode (2) and a cathode (3), whereby the anode has a delivery line (4) for a hydrogen-rich gas and an exhaust gas line (5), the cathode has a delivery line (6) for an oxygen-rich gas and an exhaust gas line (7) and a thermal mass flow sensor (8) for the hydrogen rich gas is arranged in the anode feed line.    USE - For use in mass produced mobile devices such as vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Enables the quantity of hydrogen-rich gas to be determined rapidly and economically.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive system    fuel cell unit (1)    anode (2)    cathode (3)    anode delivery line (4)    anode exhaust gas line (5)    cathode delivery line (6)    cathode exhaust gas line (7)    thermal mass flow sensor (8)
NOVELTY - The cell stack has interconnect unit (28) with smooth surfaces on opposite sides that includes dimples and bosses arranged in two dimensional pattern. The surfaces are formed by mechanical dimpling or embossing, so that protrusions of the interconnect surface extend into adjacent gas flow spaces and electrically contact with anode and cathode surfaces . Interconnect unit forms a wall between flow spaces in fuel cells.    USE - Used for generating electric current in fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The interconnect unit forms a wall between flow spaces, thus causing the passage of reformate gas to flow across the surface of anode, and oxygen gas along the surface of cathode. The protrusions of the interconnect surface enables the removal of heat from the anode to cathode. The portion of the protrusions makes the electrical contact with the anode or cathode, thus permitting the abstraction of the heat from anode and eliminates the need for filamentous pad in the flow spaces of stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows an exploded isometric view of a single solid oxide fuel cell.    Interconnect unit. (28)
NOVELTY - The supply has a fuel cell (10) having hydrogen and oxygen inputs and exhaust output. An electrolyzer (9) generates hydrogen and oxygen from water received from the water supply, using electricity generated when engine is running. A hydrogen storage device (15) is connected to the electrolyzer supplies hydrogen to fuel cell. A pressure pump adjusts the pressure between the water supply and the electrolyzer.    USE - Used for vehicles having combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The power supply provides power, even at standstill condition. The pollution caused by the vehicles is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the method of operating power supply for auxiliary power unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the details of a power supply unit in a vehicle.    Electrolyzer (9)    Fuel cell (10)    Hydrogen storage device. (15)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack (10) comprises a stack of two sub-stacks (12,14) with intermediate plates (18a,18b) interposed between them. The intermediate plates have a passage in a surface interconnecting oxygen-containing gas outlet (50) in the sub-stack (12) located upstream and oxygen-containing gas inlet (52) in the sub-stack (14) located downstream with respect to direction of supplied oxygen gas.    USE - Used in fuel cell for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell stack uniformly mixes the unused additional reactant gas and used reactant gas with each other, and reliably maintains the desired electric energy capability with a simple structure. Since all the sub-stacks use one type of separators, the fuel stack is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel cell stack has a stack with intermediate plates interposed between them and each of the sub-stacks comprising a stack of membrane electrode assemblies with separators interposed between, each comprising an anode, a cathode and an ion exchange membrane sandwiched between the anode and the cathode of each intermediate plates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the exploded view of a portion of a fuel cell stack.    Fuel cell stack (10)    First and second sub-stacks (12,14)    Intermediate plates (18a,18b)    Gas outlet (50)    Inlet. (52)
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel cell stack (102) and a recuperator (108), enclosed by a thermal enclosure (110). The cell stack has a manifold that carries out exchange of heat between the fuel fluid and oxidant fluid. The recuperator exchanges heat from exhaust gas of fuel cell stack, and oxidant fluid.    USE - Fuel cell power system.    ADVANTAGE - Compact and portable fuel cell power system with increased efficiency is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) fuel cell stack; and    (2) power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a partially cut fuel cell power system.    fuel cell stack (102)    recuperator (108)    thermal enclosure (110)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has fuel cell assembly module containing fuel cells (36) in module housing (18). The housing is surrounded by pressure vessel (64) to form air accumulation space (62). The air compressor generates pressurized air and passes into space, occupies the space and then flows to the fuel cells in the assembly module. An accumulator is provided to control any unreacted fuel gas flow from module.    USE - Used for producing electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Integrating the pressurized air modules with conventional gas turbines in a combined power cycle plant will boost the electrical efficiency to 65 to 70 percentage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the gas flow schematic of a fuel cell generator.    Module housing (18)    Fuel cells (36)    Air accumulation space (62)    Pressure vessel. (64)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a fuel cell assembly having cells (36) and the assembly is fueled at the base by a fuel feed injector attached to a pre-reformer (42) connected to fuel manifolds (46). The assembly housing is surrounded by a vessel (64) with two ends to purge air space (62) between housing and the vessel. The vessel is used for feeding either atmospheric gas or pressurized gas.    USE - Used for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus reduces assembly time of the generator stack by reducing the number of parts. Improves the functionality, serviceability and maintainability issues of the system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus has fuel gas feed inlet connecting to fuel feed injector for feeding gases, a gaseous oxidant-purge gas feed inlet (24) and an exhaust gas outlet connecting to a combusted gas plenum associated with the fuel cell assembly. The vessel is adapted to be used as for either pressurized or non-pressurized gaseous feed operation.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating a fuel cell generator apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the gas flow schematic a fuel cell generator.    Fuel cells (36)    Pre-former (42)    Manifolds (46)    Air accumulation space (62)    Pressure vessel. (64)
NOVELTY - The cell assembly (10) has many passages of reactant gas connected in series in the unit cell, many inlets and outlets in the cell for supplying or discharging the reactant gas and intermediate holes for communication between the passage and cells. The inlets are disposed upwardly with respect to the outlets that in turn are disposed partly below the electrical energy generating surfaces of the cell.    USE - Used in fuel cell to generate electrical power.    ADVANTAGE - The effective discharging of condensed water from the cell increases its electrical energy generating capability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the flow of oxygen containing gas, a fuel gas and a cooling medium in the cell assembly.    Cell assembly (10)
NOVELTY - The structure has a two fuel battery substrates (1) whose two sides are liquid fuel (2) and oxygen-containing gas (3), where the latter two sides face each other in a fixed distance thereby a capillary channel is formed. Three isolating layer connects two long sides and one wide side of the substrates with an appropriate gap from the structure forming each battery unit of capillary transporting fuel battery.    USE - Used in electronic equipment e.g. cellular phone, notebook computer, global positioning system, and personal digital assistance.    ADVANTAGE - The reduction of gap of the two fuel battery substrates gives a visualization of capillary channel thereby improving the known technique of pump utilization of fuel transportation and also minimizes the battery volume.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross sectional view of the manufacturing process of capillary transporting fuel battery.    Two fuel battery substrates (1)    Liquid fuel side (2)    Oxygen containing gas side. (3)
NOVELTY - The device has separators (4,5) with holes for reaction gases and cooling medium to penetrate to the outer side of the gas sealing units (6,7) and a communication passage, which connects the reaction gas hole with the gas passage. The cell has a cooling surface sealing unit that seals off the cooling medium passage from the reaction gas hole placed at a position that is shifted from the passage towards the hole.    USE - Used in generation of power.    ADVANTAGE - Sealing the communication passages with a sealing unit between the separators and the electrode assemblies result in a lighter and smaller cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the fuel cell unit forming the fuel cell.    Separators (4,5)    Sealing units (6,7)    Communication passage. (8)
NOVELTY - The device has a two-pass fuel flow fields (11,14) extending from an inlet around a turnaround manifold (12) to an outlet. Two air flow fields extending from an inlet through a turnaround manifold to an outlet where the latter is adjacent to the fuel outlet and a coolant flow field is also included in the stack that extends from a coolant inlet to an outlet .The coolant inlet is adjacent to both air and fuel outlet.    USE - Used in proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The fluid flow configuration provides lower temperature, maximum recovery of product water within the stack, a higher coolant exit temperature and permits operation with higher air utilization and lower coolant flow. The use of smaller pumps for oxidant reactant gas and coolant reduces parasitic power loss.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic illustrations of fuel reactant gas flow, coolant flow and oxidant reactant gas flow in a fuel cell.    Fuel cell (7)    Fuel inlet (8)    Two pass flow fields of fuel (11,14)    Turnaround manifold (12)    Fuel outlet. (15)
NOVELTY - The system comprises a blower (110) that provides air to a fuel cell stack (102) and a hydrogen supply valve connected between hydrogen supply and fuel cell stack. A resistive heater (136) is connected to an output of the fuel cell stack. A controller (160) controls the hydrogen supply valve and blower and powers the heater to warm the fuel cell stack and water supply.    USE - Used for controlling temperature of a fuel cell of a vehicle while the vehicle is not running.    ADVANTAGE - The system prevents damage to the fuel cell stack and other system components due to cold environments. The system reduces the amount of time required to heat the fuel cell system to typical operating temperatures when the vehicle is not running. The system solves the problem of freezing water at low ambient temperatures without increasing weight or volume.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an energy management method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the fuel cell energy management system for cold environments.    Fuel cell stack (102)    Blower motor (110)    Restrictor valve (126)    Resistive heater (136)    Fuel cell controller. (160)
NOVELTY - The system comprises a fuel cell (412) with a fuel supply (422), a purge valve (424) and an inlet (426) and outlet (428) orifice. The fuel flows from the fuel supply to the inlet orifice in one fuel flow circuit and in other circuit, the fuel flows from the fuel supply to outlet orifice through the fuel cell and purge valve. A valve coupled to a controller controls the fuel flow transfer between the two flow circuits.    USE - Used for dead headed polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Reactant delivery system improves efficiency and performance of the fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the dead headed fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (412)    Fuel supply (422)    Purge valve (424)    Inlet orifice (426)    Outlet orifice. (428)
NOVELTY - The cell has fluid distribution layers (118, 119) with a fluid-impermeable sheet material (150). The sheet material has perforations, and is imposed between the fluid distribution layers to render the layers fluid-permeable in an active region.    USE - Used for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The electrochemical cell enables better control of operating conditions and aids better monitoring of current density. Localized flooding and access of reactant by catalyst are avoided giving the cell reliability and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Flow passages direct the reactant across major planar surfaces of separator plate from inlet to outlet. An electro-catalyst is interposed between each distribution layers and the ion exchange membrane (114) in the active region.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the exploded sectional view of an electrochemical fuel cell, which includes a pair of fluid flow field plates and a pair of fluid distribution layers.    Ion exchange membrane (114)    Fluid distribution layer (118,119)    Sheet material. (150)
NOVELTY - The method involves carrying out start up and shut down operations on a reformer. The reformer is flushed with air, resulting in partial oxidation that produces a hydrogen-rich synthesis gas in the reformer. This gas is then bypassed from the reformer. During shut down, the supply of fuel to the reformer is first terminated and air and water are supplied continuously.    USE - Used for controlling fuel cell systems.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system utilizes the reformer upstream of the fuel cell, whereby damage to the catalyst body of the reformer and fuel cell is minimized and life of the system is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the graph illustrating the operation of a fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The method involves placing a voltage across the fuel cell while flowing an anode gas through the anode flow field plate, without flowing a cathode gas through the cathode flow field plate for a predetermined time of one to three days .The voltage applied to the anode plate is more positive than that of cathode plate.    USE - Used for fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The method does not form additional reaction chemical products and thus there is no additional heat produced. The method produces power output greater than zero, removes contaminants located at a cathode catalyst in the fuel cell and chemically reduces at least one oxidized portion of a cathode catalyst in the cell. It also removes water from the cathode gas diffusion layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The heat exchange coils (25,35) are wound around the periphery of respective collector rods (22,32) which are provided at both the ends of a fuel cell stack (1). The gas transduced to the fuel cell stack through a gas passage, is preheated by gaining the heat from the collector rods.    USE - Collecting rod for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The heat exchange coils efficiently transfer the heat to the gas transduced to the fuel cell gas stack, thereby preventing high temperature in collector rods.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of the fuel cell.    fuel cell stack (1)    collector rods (22,32)    heat exchange coils (25,35)
NOVELTY - The fuel mixing apparatus has a mixing portion (104) to which a vaporization fuel supply path (103a) and an air supply path (102) are connected, for mixing the vaporized fuel and air mutually.    USE - For mixing gaseous-state fuel and air and feeding to fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances uniform concentration distribution and flow rate distribution of the fuel mixed with air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the carburetor.    air supply path (102)    vaporization fuel supply path (103a)    mixing portion (104)
NOVELTY - Hot gas supplying chamber (8) distributes the hot gas uniformly to the fuel cell pipes (3). An ejection chamber (9) ejects out the hot gas passed through the pipes. Oxidizing agent supplying chamber (4) existing between the chambers (8,9), supplies oxidizing agent to the external of the pipes.    USE - Fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - As hot gas is distributed uniformly into the fuel cell, the hot gas is reformed uniformly in the cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the fuel cell.    fuel cell pipes (3)    oxidizing agent supplying chamber (4)    hot gas supplying chamber (8)    ejection chamber (9)
NOVELTY - The catalyst comprises an iron containing material, IIa group metal of periodic table, and a material comprising VIIa group metal and/or rare earth metal supported on an alumina group support.    USE - For manufacture of hydrogen by decomposition of hydrocarbon (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst for hydrogen manufacture, has stabilized catalyst activity under coexistence of oxidizing gas, carbon dioxide, water and oxygen. The catalyst containing iron has outstanding catalyst activity and outstanding catalyst life.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - IIa group metal is magnesium. The VIIa group metal is manganese or rhenium. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen by decomposition of hydrocarbon.
NOVELTY - The oxidation-reduction reactor has an electrode containing cuprous oxide (7) on the surface and immersed in aqueous solution containing lithium ion (17,19). The reactor performs oxidation-reduction reaction by irradiating light (21) on the electrode.    USE - For manufacture of hydrogen, oxygen and compounds such as methane, methanol, formaldehyde, formic acid and/or oxalic acid, for fixing of carbon dioxide and stabilizing cuprous oxide (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The oxidation-reduction reactor has high utilization efficiency of energy and has high reducing powder during decomposition of water for generating hydrogen and oxygen. The reactor is capable of performing oxidation-reduction reaction continuously for a long time. The reactor stabilizes cuprous oxide which is unstable in light-irradiation conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of hydrogen (23) and/or oxygen (25);    (2) method to fix carbon dioxide using oxidation-reduction reactor;    (3) manufacture of compounds such as methane, methanol, formaldehyde, formic acid and/or oxalic acid using oxidation reduction reactor;    (4) stabilization method of cuprous oxide using oxidation-reduction reactor; and    (5) stabilizer of cuprous oxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of manufacturing apparatus for generating hydrogen and/or oxygen using oxidation-reduction reactor.    cuprous oxide (7)    lithium ion aqueous solution (17,19)    light (21)    hydrogen (23)    oxygen (25)
NOVELTY - A modifier (1) is equipped at the downstream side of an evaporator (3) vaporizing the raw material. The catalyst combustor (4) heats the evaporator, to increase the temperature of the raw material before supplying it to the modifier through a steam line (13), so that the modifier generates the reformed gas to be supplied to the fuel cell during starting.    USE - For fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces load of the secondary battery during starting, as the modifier generates reformed gas at reduced time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the modifier of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modifier (1)    evaporator (3)    catalyst combustor (4)    steam line (13)
NOVELTY - Waste material is supplied to a thermal decomposition furnace (4) and separated into a carbonization gas and a thermal decomposition residue. The non-flammable is melted, and char (7) classified from the thermal decomposition residue is supplied to a melting furnace (5). The waste material with high moisture-content rate is dried and supplied to the direct thermal decomposition furnace.    USE - Used for processing waste materials.    ADVANTAGE - The processing is stable and efficient even when waste-materials with differing moisture-content rates are processed. Electricity is generated using the heat of combustion of the waste-material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Waste material is supplied to a thermal decomposition furnace (4) and separated into a carbonization gas and a thermal decomposition residue. The non- flammable is melted, and char (7) classified from the thermal decomposition residue is supplied to a melting furnace (5). The waste material with high moisture-content rate is dried to lower the moisture-content. The waste-material with reduced moisture- content rate is then supplied to the direct thermal decomposition furnace.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a waste-material processing facility having a melting furnace, a drier (1), and a thermal decomposition furnace which dry-distillates the waste-material and separates it into a carbonization gas and a thermal decomposition residue. Installations are divided and provided independently for accumulating waste-material with high water-content rate and for accumulating waste-material with low water-content rate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the systematic diagram of the waste-material processing facility. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Drier (1)    Thermal decomposition furnace (4)    Melting furnace (5)    Char (7)
NOVELTY - Deodorization apparatus comprises a deodorization medium mixed with micro-organism which decomposes the exhaust gas, stored in a deodorization container (63) whose weight is detected by a load cell (52).    USE - In organic refuse disposer (claimed), for deodorizing exhaust gas generated during decomposition of organic refuse from house, restaurant, food-processing-sector, fodder or fertilizer manufacturing plant, food-processing factor or chemical plant.    ADVANTAGE - The moisture content of the deodorization medium is maintained satisfactorily by accurately computing the moisture content based on the detected weight of the deodorization container, and the deodorization property is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Deodorization apparatus with a frame unit which comprises an upper frame for accommodating the deodorization container and a lower frame for accommodating a load cell, is provided to the lower portion of the deodorizing apparatus. A moisture content calculation unit calculates the moisture content of the deodorization medium based on the weight detected by the load cell. A memory stores the initial amount of the deodorization medium input through an input unit.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic refuse disposer for processing organic refuse received in the processing container.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the deodorizing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Load cell (52)    Deodorization container (63)
NOVELTY - Bacillus N-1059 of FERMP-18275 has high ammonia utilizing capacity under high alkali condition at 55 degrees C or more.    USE - For deodorizing ammonia smell produced in organic waste materials.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to deodorize the ammonia smell produced in the organic waste materials in very short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a manufacturing method of the compost, which involves inoculating Bacillus species having high ammonia utilizing property in organic waste material under pH of more than 8.5 and fermenting under 0.05-0.2 VVM gas-passage for 1-3 times per day; and    (2) a method for deodorizing ammonia smell in the organic waste material.
NOVELTY - An artificial ridging comprises compost which contains carbon (30 mass % or less) with a carbon rate of 20 C/N or less, nitrogen (3 mass % or less), water-soluble phenol (3 mM or less) and reducing sugar (20 % or less) by dried product conversion, erosion control material, fertilizer and plant seed.    USE - The artificial ridging is used for providing greening to a slope face.    ADVANTAGE - The waste materials are used effectively for forming artificial ridging. The artificial ridging enables seed germination, effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An artificial ridging comprises compost obtained by mixing and fermenting organic refuse, sewage sludge, livestock excrements, cellulose group waste material and/or wood group waste material. The compost contains carbon (30 mass % or less), nitrogen (3 mass % or less), carbon rate (20 C/N or less), water-soluble phenol (3 mM or less) and reducing sugar (20 % or less) by dried product conversion, erosion control material, fertilizer and plant seed.
NOVELTY - A decompose-treating agent (I) of decomposition-resistant organochlorine compounds such as polychlorobiphenyls, comprising proliferation culture medium of Actinomyces and/or mold obtained by inoculating Actinomyces and/or mold to livestock dung or a medium containing livestock dung, is new.    USE - (I) is useful for treating decomposition-resistant substance such as PCB, dioxin and 2,4-D.    ADVANTAGE - The decompose-treating agent effectively decomposes decomposition-resistant compounds.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for decomposing decomposition-resistant organocompounds such as polychlorobiphenyls (PCB) which involves mixing oil-based substance with dissolved decomposition-resistant organochlorine compound such as PCB, dioxin, and/or 2,4-D or aqueous based substance, suspending in medium containing livestock dung, organic refuse, sludge, chaff, bean paste by-product bark, paper, other Actinomyces and/or mold medium material, inoculating Actinomyces and/or mold and cultivating.
NOVELTY - The power generation system has inert gas supply unit (6) and alternative gas supply units that supply inert gas like nitrogen and alternative gas other than the inert gas to a reformer (1) respectively. The alternative gas supply unit and inert gas supply unit discharge hydrogen rich gas to the reformer during ordinary stop and emergency stop of fuel cell operation, respectively.    USE - Fuel cell power generation system used in home, electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the inert gas is not used at the time of ordinary stop of fuel cell operation, the number of components required by the inert gas supply unit is minimized, thereby the installation space and cost are reduced. The hydrogen rich gas is prevented from vigorously reacting with oxygen even at the time of emergency stop, thereby safety of the fuel cell power generation system is ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell power generation system control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of a fuel cell power generation system.    reformer (1)    inert gas supply unit (6)
NOVELTY - A garden compost bin sidewalls, comprising: (a) side panels (2, 3, 4) joined at their edges to form a container; (b) fittings, which join the edges, comprising a tab with a hole placed over the root of an eye (34); and (c) a locking pin (36) inserted through each eye, where the pin has a V-shaped cross-section and a push-pull finger tab, and the surface area interface is maximized between the pin (36) and eye (34), is new.    USE - The sidewalls are used in a garden compost bin.    ADVANTAGE - The large surface area between pin and eye enhances the bin sidewall load-bearing characteristics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric view of a suitable bin.    Bin sidewalls (2, 3, 4)    Eye (34)    Locking pin (36)
NOVELTY - The method involves using an injection nozzle with an interrupter valve arranged before the nozzle and operated by an actuator. The interrupter valve is held open during operation by the pressure of the liquid to be injected and the closure stroke is initiated to dose the required mass at time intervals defined by a controller. The closure time between each two closure strokes is adjustable.    USE - For dosed injection of liquid under pressure into reaction volume by clocked closure of interrupter valve, e.g. in fuel cell systems.    ADVANTAGE - Improved injection method and device, e.g. to eliminate leakage loss effects in the open state of the interrupter valve.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: an injection device for implementing the inventive method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive injector system    reaction chamber (1)    injection arrangement (2)    interrupter valve (3)    pressure chamber (4)    valve seat (5)    outlet opening (6)    feed (7)    pressure pump (8)    interrupter body (11)    control switch (27)    voltage source (28)    pulse width modulator (32)    frequency generator (29)    frequency modulator (30)    control part (26.1)
NOVELTY - The arrangement has at least one starter burner in the form of a flame burner (1) to which at least one liquid fuel and at least one gaseous fuel are fed. The gaseous fuel is a reformat containing hydrogen generated during the last operation of the gas generation system (2) and stored in a storage device (7).    USE - For producing thermal energy to start a gas generation system for producing gas containing hydrogen from water and a starting material with carbon and hydrogen for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cold start method is improved in an inexpensive and reliable manner and emissions during cold starting are reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the following: a method of producing thermal energy to start a gas generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive arrangement    flame burner (1)    gas generation system (2)    storage device (7)
NOVELTY - The heat exchanger (3) the gas purification stage (2) and the heat exchanger (3) cooling the reformer gas are constructed as a common component of the gas purification stage (2).    USE - A gas purification system for selective oxidation of carbon monoxide in a gas used to supply a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The innovation increases thermal efficiency and results in more compact arrangement. Weight and cost of the system are minimized. A four-way valve permits heat exchanger operation in counterflow to be changed over to concurrent flow, to increase process efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A schematic flow diagram is presented.    gas purification stage (2)    heat exchanger (3)
NOVELTY - Apparatus is described in which liquid food is gasified electrolytically in and on tubes comprising solid electrolyte supported on a frame.    USE - Used to supply fuel cells with gases recovered from foods, denatured foods, diamides and ammonia using electrolytic means. The fuel gases recovered may be oxidized directly at high temperature in the fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The low risk process is especially suitable for telephones, chip cards, cameras and mobile computers. Diverse other applications are suggested including luminous signals and signs. The process may be used by the inexperienced.
NOVELTY - An insect and pest free rapid bio-composting unit consists of a metal or plastic mantle, a jute sack and a filling point with a lid. The mantle has holes in it of up to 1.5 cm, so the compost is well ventilated while keeping out larger pests such as mice. The sack material rots easily and keeps out insects (e.g. flies and wasps). The filling opening has four eyes for hanging in the mantle.    USE - The arrangement is used as a bio-composting unit.    ADVANTAGE - The unit is insect and pest free.
NOVELTY - The expansion turbine (14) is located between the burner (9) and the reformer (6), which is operated at high temperature. The reformer is heated by waste gases originating at the burner (9). Further air is supplied to the flow of waste gases between expansion turbine and reformer, using a mixer (16) and blower (17).    USE - A unit feeding air to a vehicular fuel cell system (claimed application).    ADVANTAGE - Optimal use is made of the energy supplied. The very hot air supplied to the expansion turbine, assures that adequate shaft energy is transferred to the compressor, avoiding the need for an electric motor. Dispensing with this, saves weight in the vehicle. The reformer requires air at a lower temperature, hence the cooling air addition. Typical temperatures are 600-800 degrees C from the burner, 400-600 degrees C from the turbine and 233-450 degrees C for high temperature reformer operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the corresponding method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A schematic diagram of an implementation is shown.    reformer (6)    cooled component (8)    burner (9)    expansion turbine (14)    mixer (16)    blower (17)
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel cell(s) with anode and cathode sides, a system for generating gas containing hydrogen for the anode side, a feed line for gas containing oxygen to the cathode side and a feed line for pre-compressed gas containing oxygen to the gas generation system with at least one compressor and storage device. At least one water removal line leads out of the storage device and opens into a region of the feed line to the cathode side.    USE - Water removal from air fed to gas generation system in fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables the water to be removed from the air fed to gas generation system in a very simple and inexpensive manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The system has at least one fuel cell with anode and cathode sides, a gas generation system for generating gas containing hydrogen for the anode side, a feed line for gas containing oxygen to the cathode side and a feed line for pre-compressed gas containing oxygen to the gas generation system in which at least one compressor and at least one storage device (14) are arranged. At least one water removal line (19) leads out of the storage device and opens into a region of the feed line (16) to the cathode side (5).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an inventive system    fuel cell stack (3)    storage device (14)    water removal line (19)    feed line to cathode side (16)    cathode side (5)
NOVELTY - The air supply for the fuel cell (1) is provided by a fan (6) through a supply pipe (8b) at a pressure of 100-300 mbar above atmospheric pressure and is discharged at slightly above atmospheric. A second pipe (8a) supplies air to a heat exchanger (5), where it is heated by gas from a reformer (11), and is mixed with exhaust gas from the anode chamber (3) to supply a catalytic burner (4) which heats the reformer.    USE - With fuel cells providing power, e.g. to drive cars.    ADVANTAGE - Dispenses with the heavy and costly compressor currently used to supply air to the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of an equipment to the present invention.    fuel cell (1)    anode chamber (3)    catalytic burner (4)    heat exchanger (5)    fan (6)    supply pipes (8a,8b)    reformer. (11)
NOVELTY - A nutrient-containing composite material (A) comprises an inorganic xerogel that contains, homogeneously distributed, a nutrient that promotes the adhesion or growth of microorganisms.    USE - (A) are used for colonization by, or immobilization of, microorganisms, e.g. for use in medical diagnosis (culture media), biotechnology and environmental protection, e.g. production of monoclonal antibodies, organic acids or enzymes, purification of waste water from the cellulose industry, and for purification of off gases. They can also be used for coating medical implants.    ADVANTAGE - (A) makes possible good, long-lasting adhesion of cells, resulting in better growth and higher biological activity of immobilized cells. (A) have high mechanical strength and are biocompatible.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for preparing (A).
NOVELTY - A compression formation process for preparing biomass energy source material, in which the lignin overflows to adhere with adjacent cellulose, so benefiting forming solidification,    USE - For forming biomass.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an apparatus for preparing biomass using the above method, that adapts to the force-transfer character of fibrous material.
NOVELTY - System for environmentally friendly hydrogen synergies by interfacing technologies based on the harnessing of the suns energy with the natural perpetual recycling of water into abundant inexhaustible electricity, hydrogen fuel and propulsion on demand worldwide.    USE - Used for supply of electricity, hydrogen fuel and propulsion on demand any time of the day or night. Suitable for the energy needs of residential, commercial, industrial and transportation vehicle of all kinds.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen rotary generators operation cleanses the atmosphere with the vaporization of water like plants and trees. It is an ideal power supply with an abundant inexhaustible renewable energy source i.e. the sun with the potential to provide for the present and future energy needs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - System for environmentally friendly hydrogen synergies by interfacing technologies based on the harnessing of the suns energy with the natural perpetual recycling of water into abundant inexhaustible electricity, hydrogen fuel and propulsion on demand worldwide.    The apparatus used to carry out this process comprises:    (a) an electromagnetic propeller adapted for the conversion of river and ocean current energy directly to electricity as the basic energy source;    (b) an electrolyzer supplied with water and electricity from the electromagnetic propeller to produce hydrogen fuel for specific application; and a hydrogen rotary generator supplied with hydrogen fuel from the electrolyzer and water to provide electricity and propulsion on demand.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The block diagram illustrates the assembly interface described above and shows the closed loop formed by the water and the sun.
NOVELTY - Product for improving soil structure and activating soil microorganisms is called Biosol and acts by generating radicals, improving texture and increasing sorption capacity (no further details given).    USE - For improving soil structure and activating soil microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - The product generates radicals that decompose organic contaminants, improves soil texture as measured by mean weight diameter, increases soil sorption capacity so that contaminants are bound by the soil and gradually decomposed by microorganisms, and activates soil microorganisms so that organically contaminated soil containing the product is self-purifying.
NOVELTY - Preparation of hydrogen (H2) fuel comprises bringing water (H2O) into an unstable state by adding ozone (O3), assisted by catalyst(s), and cracking to form oxygen (O2) and H2.    USE - The fuel produced in these processes and equipment is used for driving internal combustion engine(s), e.g. Otto, diesel or Wankel engines etc., for propulsion especially in a vehicle, for driving gas turbine(s), for producing a fuel reservoir in fuel cell(s), for heating and/or for use in hydrogen combustion equipment (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The processes and equipment are simple, economical, clean and safe and suitable for use on a moving vehicle, as the fuel, especially hydrogen, can be produced as required or stored, e.g. in fuel cell(s).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) Preparation of H2 fuel by bringing H2O into an unstable state determined by charge transfer by adding nitrogen oxide (NOx) and O3 and cracking to form oxygen (O2) and H2;    (2) Production of a fuel (mixture) by passing a mixture of H2O and ammonium nitrite (NH4NO2) and/or ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3) into at least one, especially second, reaction zone and introducing air, O2 and/or O3 to shift this into an unstable stage in especially the second reaction zone;    (3) Equipment for preparing H2; and    (4) Equipment for producing a fuel (mixture).
NOVELTY - A fuel composition contains a major amount of a normally liquid hydrocarbon based fuel and a minor amount of a compound having strained ring group(s) containing 3-4 ring atoms per ring.    USE - Used in operating method of internal combustion engines or burners (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - By incorporating compound having strained ring group in the fuel, improved combustion characteristics such as reduced particulate emissions, reduced nitrogen oxide emissions, improved fuel efficiency and reduced hydrocarbon emissions are obtained. Since the fuel composition contains oxygenates, the performance of the fuel is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a method for improving the combustion characteristics of a normally liquid hydrocarbon based fuel, involves adding a combustion improving amount of the compound having strained ring group(s) containing 3-4 ring atoms per ring; and    (2) a method of operating an internal combustion engine or a burner which involves providing the fuel composition to the combustion chamber of the engine or burner.
NOVELTY - Composting aid comprises a biodegradable crosslinked polymer.    USE - Used for compositing animal dung.    ADVANTAGE - The composting aid has good biodegradability and high water absorption.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a gelation or solidifying method of compost by using the aid in the compost.
NOVELTY - Multiple oxygen supply conduits (40A-40D) with respective valves (41A-41D) are provided to control the oxygen amount in reaction chamber (32), so as to cause a reaction to enhance conversion of carbon monoxide in the process gas.    USE - Reducing carbon monoxide in hydrocarbon fuel used by fuel cell power plants for electricity generation.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces space required by a shift reactor and so simplifies the structure. Minimizes or eliminates the need for hydrogen reduction. Enhances carbon monoxide removal by shift reactor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of reducing the amount of carbon monoxide in a process fuel gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the fuel cell power plant.    reaction chamber (32)    oxygen supply conduits (40A-40D)    valves (41A-41D)
NOVELTY - An air feed line (20) feeds preheated air at a temperature at which a catalyst (15) is oxidized, to a chamber, when the apparatus is started from a low temperature and supply of fuel is stopped. The catalyst generates heat immediately, when air is fed to a chamber, to convert a fuel gas comprising mixture of methanol and water, to reformed gas containing hydrogen.    USE - Used for reforming fuel such as methanol to gas containing hydrogen used in a fuel cell electric vehicle, e.g. a car.    ADVANTAGE - Since the catalyst generates heat at a specific temperature at which combustion reforming reactions occurs, unreformed fuel gas remaining in the catalyst layer is completely reformed before being fed to the fuel cells, hence the fuel cells are prevented from being poisoned and the apparatus is made compact and quickly started without any special devices or utilities.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a system configuration of the fuel reforming apparatus.    Catalyst (15)    Air feed line (20)
NOVELTY - A sensor (165) monitors a parameter indicating the performance of a fuel cell (110). A controller (170) regulates the power supplied to a blower (145) to reduce the flow rate of cathode gas supplied to a cathode gas manifold (125), when the parameter reaches a predetermined value.    USE - For controlling supply of cathode gas in e.g. PEM type fuel cell used for vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - By controlling the cathode gas supply, amount of hydrogen in cathode flow field plate channels can be increased, which reduces the occurrence of oxidation of cathode catalyst. Hence durability of fuel cell can be increased, remarkably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure depicts the block diagram of the fuel cell system.    fuel cell (110)    cathode gas manifold (125)    blower (145)    sensor (165)    controller (170)
NOVELTY - Providing a composite cork of composition allowing flexibility in the ratios of ligneous plant matter or cork to binding agent.    USE - For manufacturing stopper (claimed) with appearance of natural cork, used for wine bottle.    ADVANTAGE - The composition comprises mixture of natural cork or ligneous plant matter and thermoplastic resin which enables formation of stopper with appearance of natural cork. The stopper contacts efficiently with bottle and can be removed easily from the bottle. The stopper is manufactured at reduced temperature. The stopper has favorable compressibility and impermeability to gases.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A composition comprises particles of ligneous plant matter (1-87 %), closed cellular structured plastic material (1-60 %) and binding agent (5-70 %). The plastic material has microspheres having mean dimension of less than 50 mum and containing at least one hydrocarbon expansion agent.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a stopper comprising the composition; and    (2) making composition which involves mixing particles of ligneous plant matter with closed cellular structured plastic material. The binding agent is added to the resulting mixture to form a homogeneous pulverulent product. The product is introduced into a shaping die and heated to 85 degrees C to expand cells. The product is removed from the die and maintained at room temperature.
NOVELTY - Provided is an organic farming using earth worm, particularly organic matter fermentates and earth worm wastes as a nutrient source rather than agricultural chemicals or fertilizers.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic farming is characterized by covering soil(10) with organic matter fermentates(25) and earth worm wastes(45) sequentially; and planting crops therein. A water proof sheet(65) or a gravel layer(12) is selectively installed to prevent leakage and to help drainage. Also, an air supply pipe(75) is further installed to supply organic matter fermentates with air.
NOVELTY - A treatment method of hazardous gas using bio filter and microwave is provided, and an apparatus therefor is also provided to purify high concentration hazardous gases emitted from various industries in high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The equipment comprises first and second bio filters(16, 20) which decompose hazardous gases including SOx, NOx and VOCs by organic decomposition into less hazardous gases; a condition controller (C) which maintains the optimal growth condition of microorganisms in bio filters; a first gas purifier(40) which coverts the less hazardous gases from bio filters into hazardous constituents and innocuous constituents by inorganic decomposition using high frequency microwave; a second purifier(50) which decomposes gas supplied from the first purifier again by high frequency microwave and catalyst; a vacuum pump(60) which is installed at the lower part of the second purifier for discharge of purified gas.
NOVELTY - Provided is a non-combustible coolant mixture friendly to environment, which replaces Freon coolant R502 and R22 and contains a hydrocarbon-based coolant gas and a hydrofluorocarbon-based coolant gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The coolant mixture replacing the Freon coolant R502 contains 15-35 wt% of propane and 65-85 wt% of pentafluoroethane, wherein the total amount of the propane and the pentafluoroethane is 100wt% based on the total coolant mixture. And the coolant mixture replacing the Freon coolant R22 contains 15-30wt% of propane, 60-75 wt% of pentafluoroethane, and 10-25 wt% of 1,1-difluoroethane, wherein the total amount of the propane, the pentafluoroethane, and the 1,1-difluoroethane is 100wt% based on the total coolant mixture.
NOVELTY - A raw material gas containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen, is made to contact the metal sulfide catalyst containing palladium and an element chosen from the group consisting of alkali metal, alkaline earth metal and rare earth metal.    USE - For hydrogenating carbon monoxide for methanol or dimethyl ether preparation.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon monoxide can be hydrogenated with high conversion ratio using a simple process.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generation catalyst contains a complex oxide powder carrier in which predetermined amount of ceria oxide and alumina are dispersed.    USE - For removal of hydrogen from waste gas which contains hydrocarbon, oxygen and water vapor generated from diesel engine.    ADVANTAGE - The composition of catalyst increases number of active sites, thereby improving hydrogen generation ability while maintaining excellent heat resisting property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph representing the relationship between the gas temperature and hydrogen density in the catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A recycle unit (4) is branched from the upstream side of the CO selective oxidation reactor (3), where the water vapor from the gas are condensed and the fuel is added back to the original fuel. A desulfurizer (1) removes the sulfur compound from original fuel using hydrogeneration adsorption desulfurizing agent and makes the fuel to react with water vapor to output carbon dioxide (CO2).    USE - Solid polymer fuel cell electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Stabilizes degree of desulfurization with small amount of desulfurizing agent, thereby improving electric power generation efficiency at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solid polymer fuel cell electric power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the profile of the electric power generation system.    desulfurizer (1)    CO selective oxidation reactor (3)    recycle unit (4)
NOVELTY - The modifier (33) has a heater (50) that heats the input raw material gas before introducing the gas into a humidifier (45) which transmits water vapor in the gas to a water vapor permeable film (46)    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Improves the efficiency of fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modifier (33)    humidifier (45)    water vapor permeable film (46)    heater (50)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen circulation unit (400) supplies hydrogen output from an oxygen production unit (200), to an electric power generation unit (100) which supplies electric power to an electric power supply control unit (500) for supplying power for electrolysis of the oxygen production unit. A water cycle unit (300) supplies water produced in the electric power generation unit (100) to the oxygen production unit.    USE - For supplying oxygen for in-house oxygen therapy and for patient undergoing treatment for respiratory disease such as chronic respiratory insufficiency.    ADVANTAGE - A convenient high oxygen supply technique is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for oxygen supply method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the oxygen supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric power generation unit (100)    oxygen production unit (200)    water cycle unit (300)    hydrogen circulation unit (400)    electric power supply control unit (500)
NOVELTY - The fuel contains 5 vol.% or less of aromatic compounds, 10 vol.% or less of olefin, 1ppm of sulfur and gum of 1 mg/100 ml or less. The distillation temperature of the 5% and 95% fuel are 25degreesC and 250degreesC, respectively. The hydrogen to carbon (H/C) ratio of the fuel is 1.9 or more.    USE - For fuel cell used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the conversion efficiency of the hydrogen at the time of steam reforming and enables easy handling of the fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrocarbon fuel production method.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen refiner comprises a catalyst substance supported on an integral molded product formed by the extrusion of a component mainly containing transient alumina material having hydroxyl group. The hydrogen refiner purifies reformed gas containing hydrogen gas and carbon-monoxide (CO) and reduces CO using carbon monoxide conversion hydrogen purification catalyst.    USE - For providing hydrogen rich reformed gas.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen refiner has high conversion ratio and provides hydrogen rich gas with small amount of carbon-monoxide. The reformed gas produced by the refiner has large industrial valve.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) catalyst for hydrogen refinement;    (2) support for the catalyst; and    (3) manufacture of catalyst support.
NOVELTY - The methanol steam reforming catalyst comprises an aggregate of multiple polyphase particle (A) having granular carrier portion (B), multiple catalyst particle (C) contained in portion (B) surface, and oxide (D). Portion (B) consists of silicon carbide. Particle (C) is copper-type particle. Oxide (D) is an amorphous silica. The catalyst has copper content of 5-25 wt.% and silica content of 5-15 wt.%.    USE - For steam reformings of methanol.    ADVANTAGE - Steam reforming of methanol is performed efficiently using the catalyst which produces low carbon monoxide concentration reformed gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The methanol steam reforming catalyst comprises an aggregate of multiple polyphase particle (A) having granular carrier portion (B), multiple catalyst particle (C) contained in the granular carrier portion (B) surface, and oxide (D) which makes the granular carrier portion surface support the catalyst particle (C). The granular carrier portion (B) consists of silicon carbide. The catalyst particle (C) is copper-type particle. Oxide (D) is an amorphous silica produced by baking and processing silicon carbide in oxidation atmosphere. The catalyst has copper content of 5-25 wt.%, measured by elemental analysis. The catalyst has silica content of 5-15 wt.%, measured by setting all copper to copper oxide based on elemental analysis value of copper, silicon and oxygen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the graph of relationship between calcination temperature (T) and carbon monoxide concentration, during steam reforming of methanol using the catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The hydrogen combustion catalyst (25) burns the hydrogen contained in fuel-cell anode off-gas in a support port (22) adjacent to pre-mixing chamber (24) at normal temperature. The combustion gas and hydrocarbon fuel supplied from supply port (26), are mixed in pre-mixing chamber (27) and fuel combustion catalyst (28) burns in a hydrocarbon or alcohol.    USE - For electric power generation system (claimed) using solid polymeric type fuel-cell used in motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Burns the anode off-gas of a fuel-cell stably with simple structure and hence initial cost is reduced. Since accidents during off-gas combustion is avoided, safety for apparatus is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) Hydrogen manufacturing apparatus; and    (2) Fuel-cell electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the anode off-gas combustor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Supply ports (22,26)    Pre-mixing chambers (24,27)    Catalysts (25,28)
NOVELTY - A volatile component is discharged when the raw coal is thermally decomposed by simulation in the gasification process or combustion at high temperature. The volatile pseudo component consists of coal particle (CHxOy) which is combusted using oxygen.    USE - For modeling simulation of coal gasification and combustion.    ADVANTAGE - Highly precise and reliable modeling method is performed using the simulation system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for simulation system for simulation of coal gasification and combustion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a conceptual diagram for modeling process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Organic refuse disposer for food processing industry, has a heat exchanger (47) for exchanging the heat between the intake air (46) and exhaust gas, provided at the upstream side of the deodorizing apparatus (60) which is provided in the exhaust gas route.    USE - For decomposing the organic refuse ejected from home, restaurants and the food processing industry.    ADVANTAGE - The moisture content in the exhaust gas guided to the deodorizing apparatus is removed. The activation of the microorganism is reduced by removing the moisture content in the exhaust gas. The deodorizing property is maintained satisfactorily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of an organic refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Intake air (46)    Heat exchanger (47)    Deodorizing apparatus (60)
NOVELTY - Bio-type waste disposer for organic refuse processing, has controller to regulate temperature of heater (17) which activates or eliminates microorganisms in organic refuse housing. The microorganisms are decreased or eliminated when temperature is above 100 degrees C.    USE - For processing organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces power consumption. Bio-type waste disposer enables to use the processed material effectively as a fertilizer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of organic refuse disposer.    Organic refuse housing (11)    Dry fan (15)    Sheet-like heater (17)    Stirring blade (19)    Suction fan (30)    Catalyst deodorizing apparatus (45)    Culture tank (31)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse processing apparatus has a grinding portion (6) provided near the overflow hole (3a) in the partition plate (3), to grind refuse and disposal material overflowing from the process chamber (1) to process chamber (2).    USE - For decomposition of organic refuse by micro-organisms.    ADVANTAGE - Grinding decomposition of organic refuse is sufficiently performed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Novel organic refuse and garbage disposal material treatment tank (9) equipped with stirrer (8) has partition plate (3) for dividing the process chamber into number of parallel processing chambers (1,2). Process chamber (2) has the ejection opening (4a) at one end for ejecting residue of organic refuse. The stocker (7) which accumulates the residue of ejected organic refuse, is arranged freely behind the treatment tank. The partition plate protrudes so as to have the mesh (6a) collectively cover the grinding portion (6) and overflow hole (3a).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of organic refuse processing apparatus.    Process chambers (1,2)    Partition plate (3)    Overflow hole (3a)    ejection opening (4a)    Grinding portion (6)    Mesh (6b)    Stocker (7)    Stirrer (8)
NOVELTY - Shochu-liquor dregs and readily-mixable concrete washed sludge are mixed together and shochu-liquor dregs is made almost neutral. Thus, sludge-treatment of shochu-liquor dregs is performed.    USE - For treating shochu-liquor dregs and treated material is used as soil improvement material and germination promotion material.    ADVANTAGE - By mixing readily-mixable concrete washed sludge with shochu-liquor dregs regarded as industrial waste, the shochu-liquor dregs is made almost neutral. Thus, contamination of solid or river is prevented. By fermenting shochu-liquor dregs, generation of odor is prevented. By mixing ground stone powder or readily-mixable concrete washed sludge with shochu-liquor dregs, the shochu-liquor dregs is effectively recycled as soil improvement material and germination promotion material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the soil improvement material or germination promotion material packed in a molding frame.
NOVELTY - A moisture permeable sheet has water vapor permeability of more than 300 g/m2/24 hours, and surface color difference (Lasterisk) value of 70 or less.    USE - Used in coating material of excrements sediment of livestock such as cattle, sheep, goat, horse and pig, and in banking coating material (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The moisture-permeable sheet has excellent weather resistance, and moderate water vapor permeability and air permeability and is used for a long period of time. When excrements sediment is coated with moisture-permeable sheet, drying and fermentation sediment are enhanced effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) excrements sediment coating material for coating surface of excrements sediment of livestock and drying and fermenting excrements sediment, which consists of moisture-permeable sheet; and    (2) banking coating material which consists of moisture permeable sheet.
NOVELTY - Fodder additive is manufactured by adding (in weight%) animal foodstuff by-product (10-70), plant foodstuff scum (10-60), sea weed foodstuff scum (3-30), deposit containing mineral (1-20), plant containing antioxidant (0.1-5), charcoal (0.5-10) and microorganisms (0.0001-0.0005), into a fermentation processing apparatus (1), grinding, fermenting with stirring at 100 degreesC for 4-12 hours, and drying.    USE - For culturing healthy fish-and-shellfish such as sea-bream, yellow tail and shrimp in sea water, fresh water and estuarine water.    ADVANTAGE - The fodder additive does not pollute the culture pond in which fish-and-shellfish are grown and maintains the pond in favorable state, and thereby enables cultivation of fish-and-shellfish in a healthy environment. The fodder fish improves growth, increases body weight and disease resistance in fish-and-shellfish. By feeding the fodder containing the fodder additive, the mortality rate of cultured fish-and-shellfish is reduced and high density lipoprotein is increased in fish. The fodder accelerates phytamin synthesis in fish, and increases physical immunity barrier system to the fish. The antioxidant eliminates active oxygen in the body of the fish. The fodder containing the fodder additive exhibited excellent floating degree on the surface of water and reduced sludge settling at the bottom of water. Even a small quantity of fodder additive settling in the bottom is decomposed by Bacillus subtilis microbe in the fodder additive. Feed containing the food additive reliably propagated the beneficial microbes in the intestine of demon shellfish.
NOVELTY - An artificial ridging comprises a compost containing carbon (in mass %) (30 or less), nitrogen (3 or less), ratio of carbon-nitrogen (C/N) of 20, water-soluble phenol of less than 3 mM, and reducing sugar (20 or less). The compost is obtained by mixing and fermenting a wood-type waste material and/or cellulose group waste material selected from organic refuse, sewage sludge and livestock excrements.    USE - For plant cultivation such as vegetables, fruit tree, landscaping, sapling plant, face-of-slope greening, ornamental plant and lawn grass.    ADVANTAGE - The artificial ridging has excellent water retention, air permeability and fertilizer retentivity. The artificial ridging contributes to recycle of organic waste effectively. The damage to plant growth by fermentation-decomposition of the undecomposed residue is eliminated.
NOVELTY - Assembly-type organic refuse processor comprises a bucket-like container (1), with a circular inner surface and an octagonal outer shape, includes a detachable cover (2) with air vents. The container has a guide support (3), for an arcuate rotary stirring vane (4) on the inner surface, and a planar heater (10).    USE - The assembly-type organic refuse processor is useful for disposal of organic refuse collected daily in a home.    ADVANTAGE - Easy to assemble at home by the user, and easy to produce and market, since guide supports are provided on inner surface of container for stirring vanes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the above domestic organic refuse processor.    Container (1)    Detachable cover (2)    Guide support (3)    Arcuate rotary stirring vanes (4)    Planar heater (10)
NOVELTY - A moisture content sensor and a pH sensor detect moisture content and pH value of primary processed material produced by organic refuse disposers (11-13). A load current sensor detects the load current of a driving motor of a stirring blade of the disposers. A monitoring center (30) judges the quality and quantity of the generated primary processed materials, based on the output of the sensors.    USE - For monitoring organic refuse disposer.    ADVANTAGE - The primary processed material of the organic refuse is recovered efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the blocks of the organic refuse disposer monitoring system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Organic refuse disposers (11-13)    Monitoring center (30)
NOVELTY - Organic waste water is nitrified in aerobic tank (2) having microorganism fixed carrier (1), and denitrified in anaerobic tank (6). A screen (3) for separating carrier is provided to outflow side of the aerobic tank, and water level sensor (4) is provided in upstream or downstream side of the screen. Raw water or circulating water amount introduced to anaerobic tank is adjusted depending on the detected water level.    USE - For treating organic waste water such as sewage, industrial waste water, river water, lake and marsh water.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste water is processed stably and continuously. The occlusion of the carrier separation screen, is eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic waste water is nitrified in aerobic content having microorganism fixed carrier (1), and denitrified in anaerobic tank (6). The waste water is circulated to aerobic and anaerobic tanks. A carrier separation screen (3) for separating carrier is provided to outflow side of the aerobic tank. The water level sensor (4) is provided in upstream or downstream side of the carrier separation screen. The amount of raw water or the amount of circulating water introduced to anaerobic tank is adjusted depending on the detected water level amount.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the biological treatment equipment for organic waste water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of the organic waste water processing apparatus.    Carrier (1)    Aerobic tank (2)    Carrier separation screen (3)    Water level sensor (4)    Anaerobic tank (6)
NOVELTY - Sewage (12) containing waste foodstuff is supplied into an anaerobic tank (2). A supernatant liquid (21) generated in the tank is supplied into an aerobic reaction vessel (3). Sludge (42) obtained by the treatment of the supernatant liquid, is supplied back to the tank and surplus sludge (22) generated in the tank is let out.    USE - For treatment of sewage containing waste foodstuff, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances production of methane gas and reduces sludge quantity due to provision of the anaerobic tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the sewage processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Anaerobic tank (2)    Aerobic reaction vessel (3)    Sewage (12)    Supernatant liquid (21)    Sludges (22,42)
NOVELTY - A solid waste containing an animal protein is crushed. A saponin containing material is added to the crushed waste for accelerating dissolving process.    USE - For methane fermentation using animal solid waste such as livestock waste, bony portions of fish.    ADVANTAGE - Effectively accelerates dissolving of solid waste of animal using the saponin containing material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for animal solid waste decomposing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph indicating change in pH value by addition of saponin containing material in crushed solid animal waste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Fermentation to produce methane in a high concentration comprises fermenting organic waste under reduced pressure.    USE - The method is used for fermenting methane in organic waste, such as organic waste water sludge, sewage sludge, human waste sludge, livestock excrement and/or organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables reduction in the size of the methane fermentation tank, and lower sludge viscosity by reducing pressure. The method eliminates the need for excessive stirring power.
NOVELTY - Detector (24) detects carbon monoxide gas density in hydrogen rich gas at rear stream of CO adsorber (30). When detected gas density reaches threshold value, an exhaust unit closes refrigerant control valve (20) of gas cooler (12) to raise temperature of gas to be introduced into the adsorber. Suction pump (23) suctions CO gas in adsorber which is introduced into a combustor (8) by exhaust unit.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel cell system is used for supplying high purity hydrogen gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    combustor (8)    gas cooler (12)    refrigerant control valve (20)    suction pump (23)    density detector (24)    CO adsorber (30)
NOVELTY - The reaction zones (Z1,Z2) in an arc reaction chamber (76) between the electrode holder (22) and the neutral electrode (23) are packed with a granular hydrogen-forming material (78) and a granular carbonaceous material (79).    USE - For producing synthetic natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - The novel system is capable of mass-producing synthetic natural gas efficiently and cheaply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above synthetic natural gas production apparatus.    Electrode holder (22)    Neutral electrode (23)    Arc reaction chamber (76)    Granular hydrogen forming material (78)    Reaction zones (79)    Granular carbonaceous material (Z1,Z2)
NOVELTY - The cathode assembly (48) and the tubular anode (26) form arc reaction chambers (76) with reaction zones (Z1,Z2) inside the housings (14,16,18). The anode (26) and the cathode holder (22) connect with the inlet (32) of cooling paths (38,40).    USE - For producing synthetic natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient mass production of clean synthetic natural gas from inexpensive water and carbon feedstocks.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the synthetic natural gas producing apparatus.    Housings (14,16,18)    Cathode holder (22)    Anode (26)    Inlet (32)    Cooling paths (38,40)    Cathode assembly (48)    Reaction chambers (76)    Reaction zones (Z1,Z2)
NOVELTY - The cell assembly (10) has reactant gas flow passages (46,58) for supplying reactant gas including fuel gas and/or oxygen containing gas to each of several unit cells (14). The reactant gas flow passages are connected in series by a reactant gas passage (40), to which additional reactant gas is supplied.    USE - Fuel cell stack with solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Improves power generation performance in each unit cell effectively, and reduces amount of water required for humidification.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for reactant gas supply method in fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the separator of the cell assembly.    cell assembly (10)    unit cell (14)    reactant gas passage (40)    reactant gas flow passages (46,58)
NOVELTY - Gas concentration monitoring system (I) comprises a laser emitting device that emits laser towards a portion of gas present within a container whose refractive index is changed by another laser having different wavelength. A detector detects the portion of laser that passes through the gas. A signal analyzer analyzes the detected laser to determine amount of sample in container based on concentration of gas within container.    USE - The monitoring system (I) is useful for medical diagnosis.    ADVANTAGE - The system (I) enables detection of the microorganism growth in the sample vial easily and efficiently based on the monitored concentration. Also detects the presence of oxygen or carbon dioxide in the culture sample.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for gas concentration monitoring.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the gas concentration monitoring system.
NOVELTY - An assembly for the biological processing of waste materials, containing biological matter, has systems for ventilation and heating and water supplies.    USE - The assembly is for the biological degrading of biological matter in waste materials.    ADVANTAGE - The system uses a sequence batch reactor (SBR) process to treat the waste material, with recovery of a bio-mass which can be recycled, and gas for energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An assembly for the biological processing of waste materials, containing biological matter, has systems for ventilation and heating and water supplies. It also has drainage and exhaust for sludge, water and gas. The assembly is in a box construction (1) with a number of sections (2,2a,2b) in succession in a row, as reinforced concrete modules. The rear section has a back wall (4), and an entry which can be closed (5) is at the leading section. The joints (3) between the sections are filled with a sealant. The upper parts of each section are bonded to the lower parts along their horizontal joints (10). The cell (25) for the systems is under the center section.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the waste processing assembly.    box assembly (1)    sections (2,2a,2b)    joints (3)    rear wall (4)    front closing doors (5)    horizontal joints (10)    cell for systems (25)
NOVELTY - Production of compost and methane comprises mixing farmyard slurry with a cellulase-enriched liquid and a fermented material containing cellulose-degrading biological agents in a mixer (2); fermenting the mixture at 30-60degreesC in one or more reactors (3) for 10-30 days; collecting the resulting methane; and dewatering and composting the fermentation product for several days to weeks.    USE - For producing compost and methane from farmyard slurry.    ADVANTAGE - The process produces high methane yields and a fully sanitized spreadable compost with a high nutrient content with minimal odor emission.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of apparatus for carrying out the process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Mixer (2)    Reactor (3)    Dewatering unit (6)    Composting unit. (7)
NOVELTY - Apparatus for cleaning gas streams containing exothermically convertible gas components comprises a reactor vessel (2) through which the gas passes and containing units for exothermically converting the gas components.    USE - Used for desulfurizing reformate gas and for removing carbon dioxide from gas streams (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus is simple and efficient.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section through the apparatus.    reaction vessel (2)    catalyst (6)
NOVELTY - Waste-free method for carrying out several different types of agricultural production simultaneously comprises collecting the waste products from each type and re-using them in one or more of the other types of production.    USE - Can be used in growing mushrooms, greenhouse plants, berries and beans and in raising poultry, crayfish and fish.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow diagram of one embodiment of the process. (Drawing contains non-English language text).    Mushroom production (6)    Worm culture (7)    Plants grown in greenhouse (8)    Berries grown in the open (9)    Poultry section (10)    Fish farm (11)    Crayfish (12)    Bean growing (13)    Culture of symbiotic fungi (14)
NOVELTY - A process for preparing C2 hydrocarbon from methane gas features that the methane stays in the reaction region for 0.01-1 second, in the reaction region there is a substance which can easily discharge under the action of electromagnetic field, and the continuous or pulse microwaves are used to radiate said reaction region for exciting the substance to discharge, which can generate plasma to crack methane, so obtaining C2 hydrocarbon.    ADVANTAGE - Its advantages are high conversion rate of methane, simple process and high safety.
NOVELTY - Providing a process for the production of hydrogen for a fuel cell which is obtained without giving rise to by-products such as coke, which damages the reforming catalyst and the fuel cell stack.    USE - For producing hydrogen for a fuel cell used for powering a vehicle, e.g. car, lorry, truck, sports utility vehicle, or bus.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is produced from a hydrocarbon fuel composition, which eliminates by-products, e.g. coke, which damage the reforming catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of hydrogen for a fuel cell from a hydrocarbon fuel composition comprises providing a hydrocarbon fuel composition, which is obtained by contacting liquid hydrocarbon feed comprising an alkylating agent with an acidic catalyst, under conditions effective to alkylate at least a portion of the hydrocarbon feed; converting the hydrocarbon fuel composition into hydrogen; and optionally, introducing the hydrogen produced into a fuel cell.
NOVELTY - Bioremediation of hydrocarbonaceous material, comprising contacting it with a corn material, is new.    USE - The method is for bioremediating hydrocarbonaceous material, e.g. soil, waste solids, oil spills on water, refinery waste, and refinery and waste water treatment sludge contaminated with hydrocarbonaceous contaminants. The method is useful in contaminated areas that may require rapid reuse of the contaminated soil, e.g. crude oil production and oil refinery sites, and sandy beaches.    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides rapid biodegradation of the contaminant with minimal effect on soil reuse, e.g. minimal or no reduction in compressive strength or load bearing capacity. The corn material provides more rapid biodegradation than wood chips or straw without increasing the volume of the treated solids.
NOVELTY - A pair of conduits connect a fuel tank (16) to a fuel cell (12) and the fuel cell to an air source, to pass pressurized gas into the fuel cell, respectively. An expander turbine (18) driven by the pressurized gas, generates torque. A motor/generator (76) converts the generated torque into power which is selectively converted to mechanical torque for driving a compressor turbine (20).    USE - For fuel-cell powered electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Improves efficiency and fuel economy of the vehicle by using the expander compressor and motor/generator and by utilizing potential energy recovered from hydrogen gas fuel supply for generating electricity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) Pressurized hydrogen gas and air supply system; and    (2) Potential energy recovering method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the potential energy recovering system.    Fuel cell (12)    Fuel tank (16)    Expander turbine (18)    Compressor turbine (20)    Torque motor/generator (76)
NOVELTY - Microwave production of hydrogen involves passing light hydrocarbon mixture comprising preset amount of water vapor and oxygen through bed (11) irradiated with microwaves. The bed comprises carbonaceous material to energize microwave catalysis.    USE - For use in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to economically and efficiently produce hydrogen rich gas. The use of microwave enables to perform hydrogen production at lower temperature than conventional steam-reforming process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen produced by microwave production method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen producing apparatus.    bed (11)
NOVELTY - A direct manufacturing method of hydrogen used as fuel of boiler and vehicle is provided, which can supply hydrogen fuel with only one tenth of the price of ordinary oil fuel, with safety guaranteed and without any air pollution. The substitute fuel is of high explosive power, so that the fuel may be used in trucks.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen manufacture method involves collecting albata and crushing to a size of 1-5 cm; heating the crushed particles to 1200 degreesC, to form granules in a rotary furnace; and discharging from the furnace, to provide the required raw material. Hydrogen is produced by filling 60% hydrogen chloride in solution tank (1) and fixing with fixing bolt; filling 2 kg of raw material prepared as above in a raw material tank (2) and covering (10); filling water into purifying tank (14) to the half level; connecting gas discharge line (20) to vaporizer (18); connecting power lines to safety disconnector (23) and to vibrating pump (5); and pushing accelerator pedal to actuate vibrating pump that feeds solution to atomizing nozzle (8), thus reacting with non-ferrous metal to generate hydrogen gas.
NOVELTY - The manufacture of the aperture laminated material (30) is performed by etching the support (26) of multilayered laminate of support layer (26) and transparent layer (28), repeatedly in order to provide an aperture at predetermined aperture rate.    USE - For manufacture of components (claimed) used in hydrogen separation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The aperture is formed on the support layer without forming pinholes in the transparent layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the components.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the aperture laminated material using the manufacturing method.    support layer (26)    transparent layer (28)    aperture laminated material (30)
NOVELTY - The fuel oil composition contains (in volume%) 4C hydrocarbon (5 or less), 5C paraffin (10-40), 5C olefin (15 or less), 5C naphthene (5 or less), aromatic (10 or less) and sulfur (5 weight ppm or less). The fuel oil composition has Reid vapor pressure of 60 KPa or less.    USE - For fuel cells and internal combustion engine component (both claimed) of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel composition prevents the deterioration of modification catalyst, by suppressing precipitation of carbon. The fuel oil composition has high octane number and hence suppresses knocking. The fuel oil composition improves engine startability and does not cause vapor locking. The fuel oil containing the fuel oil composition efficiently manufactures highly pure hydrogen, by reducing the bad influence of carbon monoxide obtained by steam reforming, on hydrogen production.
NOVELTY - A pump (4a) performs pressurization compression of the pump (4) that feeds mixed gas of predetermined ratio into a reaction tank (6). The catalytic reduction reaction of the fed gas is performed continuously, after which the gas is cooled and condensed to water vapor. The hydrogen is separated from the gas after condensation and supplied to a fuel cell power generating device (17).    USE - For manufacturing carbon.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of the system is improved due to high pressure catalytic reduction reaction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the carbon dioxide/methane fixed control system. (Drawing includes non-English language text). L    pumps (4,4a)    reaction tank (6)    fuel cell power generating device (17)
NOVELTY - An infrared sensor (13) receives the infrared rays from a gas cell (11) containing detection gas through an optical chopper (15) actuated by a stepping motor (15B), which is supplied with IR rays from a light source (12) periodically. A malrotation detection circuit detects the malrotation of the stepping motor by monitoring the rotation period of the optical chopper.    USE - Infrared gas detector.    ADVANTAGE - Performs gas detection with high reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for infrared gas detector control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the infrared gas detector. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Gas cell (11)    Light source (12)    Infrared sensor (13)    Optical chopper (15)    Stepping motor (15B)
NOVELTY - Activated sludge is treated with alkali, alanine, glucose and/or carbohydrate which is decomposable by alpha-amylase, is added to the alkaline activated sludge. The resulting activated sludge is neutralized to convert Bacillus bacteria spore in the activated sludge into vegetative cell.    USE - For activating microbes which is used in the processing of organic waste water such as sewage in organic waste water treatment field e.g. sewage works and also in foodstuff waste-water treatment field.    ADVANTAGE - The alkaline treatment effectively activates useful microbes. Activation of microbes enables economical conversion of Bacillus spores into vegetative cell and enables effective processing of organic waste water. The use of activated microbe in the processing of organic waste water, effectively reduces the amount of sludge generated in the waste water processing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for processing of organic waste water in an aerator (4) containing activated sludge. About 1 part of the activated sludge in the aerator is transferred to activation tank (7). The sludge is treated with alkali. Alanine, glucose and/or carbohydrate is added to the alkaline sludge and then neutralized to convert Bacillus bacteria spore into vegetative cell. The vegetative cell is returned to the aerator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of the activated sludge processing apparatus for processing the organic waste water. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Organic waste water tank (1)    Aerator (4)    Activated tank (7)
NOVELTY - A treatment tank (2) has a plate (4) that is provided at the leading edge of the stirring blade (3) for receiving the processed product. The processed product is ejected out through a discharge port (1) provided orthogonal to a horizontal rotational shaft, by blade rotation    USE - For processing organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - Ejects the processed product smoothly through the discharge port, while preventing sliding down of the processed product from the stirring blade.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The plate is provided at the leading edge of the stirring blade so that the plate turns along with stirring blade by rotation of the shaft and the processed product is ejected through the discharge port. A main and auxiliary boards are fixed either sides of the plate such that the main board faces the rotational shaft and the auxiliary board faces the discharge port.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of an organic refuse processing apparatus.    Discharge port (1)    Treatment tank (2)    Stirring blade (3)    Plate (4)
NOVELTY - The fermentation chamber is equipped with partition plates to form multiple chambers for throwing organic wastes from primary fermenter (4) and the ejection chambers are also provided with partition plates to form intermediate fermentation chamber and discharge port.    USE - For treatment of organic wastes e.g. dreg of food and drink.    ADVANTAGE - Provides compact structure and easy management. Reduction of cost and volume reduction is obtained by shorter period.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The partition plates are provided to form fermenting chambers for throwing organic waste intermediate chambers, an ON switch is set for filling organic waste in chambers and after filling an adjacent ejection chamber is set to ON condition for further filling of organic waste. The partition plates are provided at equal volume or space area and are of different/varying size. The organic waste are crushed by grinder.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of wastes treating equipment.    Primary fermenter (4)
NOVELTY - Organic solid waste (A) is subjected to a methane-fermentation process. The fermented material is then solid-liquid separated into a liquid and a solid substance. At least one portion of the solid substance is biologically solubilized with thermophilic bacteria.    USE - For processing organic solid wastes, such as organic refuse, foodstuff waste material and livestock excrement.    ADVANTAGE - The processing method provides efficient recovery of energy as methane gas, and is economical. The fermentation efficiency of the organic solid waste is improved. The generation of solid dreg which causes environmental pollution, is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for organic solid waste processing apparatus equipped with a methane-fermentation apparatus (1), a solid-liquid separator (3), a solubilizing apparatus (4) and a path which connects the various units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the processing method of organic solid waste.    Methane-fermentation apparatus (1)    Solid-liquid separator (3)    Solubilizing apparatus (4)    Organic solid waste (A)
NOVELTY - The over blocks which are compression molded products of microorganism base material is laid in a processing container. The base material is swollen and microorganism is supplied. The microorganism is stirred, the organic refuse is supplied and processed using the microorganism.    USE - For processing the organic refuse using microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - The handling of microorganism base material is easy. The organic refuse processing apparatus is compact and the operators burden is reduced during running.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic refuse processing apparatus which has a liquid supplying unit for supplying the liquid for swelling base material, control unit for controlling for quantity of liquid supply and stirrer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow chart explaining the organic refuse processing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Processing (M) an ecosystem waste-material using super-thermophilic bacteria (STB), comprising mixing compost with STB in a high pressure tank, scattering source of nutrition by high speed stirrer, fermenting the mixture to degrade the ecosystem waste material at a temperature in which only STB can survive, is new.    USE - M is useful for processing ecosystem waste materials, such as an organic refuse, paper, corrugated board and a timber.    ADVANTAGE - The compost is processed efficiently with in a short period of time without causing the environmental deterioration by odor, generating of carbon dioxide etc. As the fungi become extinct during the process the super-thermophilic bacteria do not have any bad influence by the fungi.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - M comprises mixing of compost with STB in a high pressure tank having a high speed stirrer, scattering source of nutrition by high speed stirrer to propagate fungi at high temperature, fermenting the mixture to degrade the EWM at a temperature in which only STB can survive. If the temperature of the tank exceeds 100degreesC the EWM will be put in to the high pressure tank. The growth of fungi such as putrefying bacteria is prevented.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for ecosystem waste treatment equipment which comprises a high speed stirrer, thermal protection structure, compost classification member and high pressure tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the apparatus for processing ecosystem waste-material.    High pressure tank. (8)
NOVELTY - Compost processing apparatus (I) comprising treatment tank (10) with compost storage chambers (13) which are divided with a partition wall, is new. A stirrer (50) is provided to stir the excrements stored in the chambers. Apertures (15) for supplying excrements and discharging compost, are formed in the side walls of the compost storage chambers.    USE - (I) is useful for fermentation drying process of excrements of livestock such as cow, horse, pig, hen, and leftover food.    ADVANTAGE - Efficiency of supply of excrements and discharge of compost is improved without using a special machine in any places other than edge of the treatment tank. Continuous output of the compost is increased without expanding the treatment tank. Compost can be classified and taken out depending on fermentation grade.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In (I), the stirrer (50) advances along the treatment tank (10) while stirring the excrements stored in the chamber (13). Apertures (15) are formed in the side walls of the storage chambers, at regular intervals. The treatment tank is divided with the partition wall, such that the storage chambers are formed as circulation path. Movable rail (70) over which stirrer is mounted, moves over the fixed rail (60) laid on the side walls of the treatment tank. Movable rail drive mechanism is provided to oscillate the movable rail between act and evacuation positions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline top view of the aperture location.    Treatment tank (10)    Chamber (13)    Aperture (15)    Stirrer (50)    Fixed rail (60)    Movable rail (70)
NOVELTY - Organic waste containing potassium is mixed with plant waste material, and organic substance raw material having moisture content of 50-60% is obtained. The mixture is aerated-fermented with super-aerobic thermophilic bacteria which can be grown above 85degreesC, mixed microbial cells or its culture, and compost is obtained.    USE - For producing compost for plant waste materials. The compost is used as fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - By adding organic waste containing potassium to the plant waste material, fermentation is enhanced. The method enables production of compost having good quality within short period of time (less than 10 months) using the plant waste material. The process provides high productivity of compost having excellent fertilizer properties, without the need for wide deposition place for performing fermentation process. By aeration fermentation, puffy product, which is rich in organic product is obtained. The method enables conversion of waste material into useful fertilizer and contributes to improvement in utilization of environmental resources.
NOVELTY - Purification of medium containing dioxins involves decomposing the medium using microorganisms (fungi) belonging to the Wrinkled bamboo grass family.    USE - For purifying medium containing dioxins.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively purifies dioxins out of medium and the microorganism has an excellent dioxin decomposition ability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for BMC-9152 strain of the Wrinkled bamboo genus or Phelebiaradiata fungus which has dioxins decomposition ability.
NOVELTY - An organic waste containing actinomycetes is mixed with an inoculum and conveyed to the treatment tank (1,1a,1b). The organic waste is stirred using stirrer (2) and the moisture content is evaporated using an air blower connected to the stirrer, and the waste is composted.    USE - For composting organic waste such as livestock.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste having high moisture content is efficiently composted in a shorter duration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for composting apparatus of organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of organic refuse composting apparatus.    Treatment tank (1,1a,1b)    Stirrer (2)
NOVELTY - Equal number of horizontally rotating agitators (12) are fixed symmetrically in the lower portion of a carriage (4) with respect to center of a cylindrical container (2), to stir fermented material. The fermented material is deposited between the cylindrical container and a bridge structure (6).    USE - For decomposing organic wastes such as domestic refuse, agriculture and livestock waste material and various kinds of sludge.    ADVANTAGE - As the agitators are fixed symmetrically, the need for a carriage support shaft is eliminated. The power consumption is less, as the driving force for the carriage is reduced. The maintenance is easy and cheap, by decreasing the occurrence of failure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Several horizontally rotating agitators provided on lower portion of the carriage, is attached by point symmetry with respect to the center of the container. The rotation axis of the agitator is inclined with respect to central line along the longitudinal direction of the carriage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of cylindrical-type fermenter. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Cylindrical container (2)    Carriage (4)    Bridge structure (6)    Horizontally rotating agitators (12)
NOVELTY - Organic waste process machine, where a warm-air generator (17) outputs warm-air towards a processed object (23) which is provided in a treatment tank (11), is new. A circulation ventilation unit refluxes the waste air in the warm-air generator, to emit dehumidified air externally, when the generator outputs warm-air towards the object (23).    USE - For processing organic refuse of animals and plants.    ADVANTAGE - The unpleasant smell generated during processing is prevented even without using deodorizing apparatus. Enables performing effective fermentation decomposition of the processed object.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic waste processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the organic waste process machine.    Treatment tank (11)    Warm-air generator (17)    Processed object (23).
NOVELTY - A biogas production system (10) having a biogasifier (1) which decomposes an organic waste by methane fermentation to generate biogas, biogas purification device (2) for concentrating flammable components in the biogas, and packing unit (3) for filling the biogas in a sealing container (4), is new.    USE - For producing biogas which is used as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The corrosiveness and explosibility of the biogas are suppressed and the heating value is increased by concentrating the flammable components in the biogas. The transportation is easy by packing the biogas in sealing container.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic diagram of bio gas production unit. (Drawing contains non-English language text).    Biogasifier (1)    Biogas purification device (2)    Packing unit (3)    Sealing container (4)    Energy recovery unit (6)    Electric power generating unit (7)    Pipeline (9)    Biogas production system (10).
NOVELTY - Protrusions (32) which raise and drops the organic refuse by rotation are on the inner periphery of a treatment tank (27) which includes a decomposition tank (26). A water tank (28) receives the decomposed organic refuse.    USE - Organic refuse processing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Enables uniform distribution of organic refuse inside treatment tank by use of the protrusions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic refuse processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Decomposition tank (26)    Treatment tank (27)    Water tank (28)    Protrusion (32)
NOVELTY - Usage of biogas involves mixing of biogas with supplementary fuel gas and air with respect to amount of biogas, based on the amount of supply. Mixing amount of the fuel gas, air and biogas is adjusted, and a mixed gas with fixed calorific value is produced    USE - Use of biogas, such as methane gas generated from organic waste water, stock-raising waste material, in boilers and electrical power generating device, as heat source.    ADVANTAGE - Supply of biogas as heating gas is stable, and biogas is effectively used. Combustibility of biogas is maintained, by maintaining the calorific value of the mixed gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a facility for using biogas. A supplementary fuel gas supply apparatus supplies fuel gas for mixing the fuel gas in biogas, and an air mixer mixes the air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline systematic drawing of the use facility of biogas. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The high organic and moisture contents waste treatment comprises anaerobic fermentation to produce biogas and 60-95 per cent moisture-content degassed sludge, for cogeneration of the biogas. Also claimed is apparatus implementing the process. CLAIMED APPARATUS - The apparatus has a digester, a cogeneration system, a sludge concentration and drying assembly, and a boiler linked to a turbogenerator. EMBODIMENT - After concentration, the 25-35 per cent moisture content sludge is burned in the boiler.    USE - In applied chemistry.
NOVELTY - Converting coal into fuel cell quality hydrogen and sequestration-ready carbon dioxide using unmixed combustion, involves: (i) circulating, in first, second, and third reactors calcium oxide, calcium oxide, iron(II) and/or iron(III) oxide reacting the calcium oxide with carbon dioxide to form calcium oxide; (ii) reacting the calcium oxide in the second reactor to regenerate calcium oxide while reacting coal with iron(III) oxide to form iron(II) oxide and carbon dioxide; and (iii) oxidizing the iron(II) oxide to regenerate iron(III) oxide and produce oxygen depleted air at an elevated temperature.    USE - Used as fuel for gas turbine engines used to produce electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The chemical reactions involved are thermodynamically favorable and readily occur allowing practical industrial application.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Converting coal into fuel cell quality hydrogen and sequestration-ready carbon dioxide using unmixed combustion, comprises:    (i) Charging a first fluidized bed reactor with coal and high temperature steam which oxidizes some of the coal and produces substantially pure hydrogen gas and carbon dioxide;    (ii) Circulating a mixture of solids among the first, second, and third reactors containing coal, CaO and/or CaCO3, and FeO and/or Fe2O3;    (iii) Reacting the CaO present in said first reactor (10) with carbon dioxide to form CaCO3;    (iv) Reacting the CaCO3 in the second reactor to regenerate CaO while reacting coal and/or coal char with Fe2O3 to form FeO and carbon dioxide;    (v) Oxidizing the FeO the third reactor to regenerate Fe2O3 and produce oxygen depleted air at an elevated temperature; and    (vi) Withdrawing pure hydrogen, carbon dioxide and depleted air in separate streams from the first, second and third reactors.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus used for the process.
NOVELTY - Process for treating residual waste from household and similar waste involves forming a fraction having a grain size of not more than 60, preferably not more than 40 mm, by crushing, sieving and removing metals from the waste; thermally drying to adjust the residual moisture to not more than 10, preferably not more than 8 wt.%; and pressing the dried fraction of inert materials to form pellets.    USE - Used for treating residual waste from household and similar waste, for use as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The product has high calorific value.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for carrying out the above process, comprising delivery section with waste bunkers, impurity removers, crushers and post-crushers and sieving drums, and a thermal drier and classifier, and a pelletizing device.    Preferred Features: The pellets are combusted or subjected to high pressure gasification. Drying is carried out using hot flue gases in a drum drier. Before conveying to a silo, the pellets are cooled to a temperature of 5-10 degrees C above the ambient temperature and/or sieved.
NOVELTY - Apparatus for desulfurizing gas streams comprises a heads-desulfurizing stage (1) containing a first adsorbent having a high potential for binding sulfur at higher operating temperatures.    USE - Used for desulfurizing reformate gas and in fuel cell systems with gas generation (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus has good ability to remove sulfur.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: The apparatus has a storage stage (2), in which a second adsorbent having a higher potential for binding potential at higher operating temperatures. The heads-desulfurizing stage and the storage stage are connected so that the gas stream initially passes through the heads-desulfurizing stage and then the storage stage. The apparatus further includes a post-cleaning stage (3) containing an adsorbent which guarantees that the sulfur concentration lies below a prescribed value at the outlet of the apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the apparatus.    heads-desulfurizing stage (1)    storage stage (2)    post-cleaning stage (3)
NOVELTY - A plasma discharging reactor with rotating electrode is composed of cylindrical casing, fixed cylindrical electrode in the casing, and rotating electrode. The rotating electrode has multiple multi-tip concentric disks fixed to it, the top end extended out of the casing and driven by drive mechanism, and the lower end in the recess of metallic base connected to high-voltage power supply.    ADVANTAGE - Its advantages are high conversion rate of methane (55-75%), high output rate of C2 hydrocarbon (45-70%) and high selectivity of C2 hydrocarbon (more than 95%).
NOVELTY - The methyl fuel gas has wide material source, low cost and safe and convenient use. The methyl fuel gas is prepared with dimethyl ether, C5 hydrocarbon and C6 light oil. The main material dimethyl ether is prepared through dewatering methanol and the reaction expression is: CH3OH+HOCH3-CH3OCH3+H2O.
NOVELTY - A burner is used for processing fuel exhausted from a fuel cell assembly (20) during its operation and exhausting a burner gaseous stream containing thermal energy and moisture. In a housing chamber (110) an oxidant stream (210) exhausted from the fuel cell assembly merges with the burner gaseous stream to form the first gaseous stream.    USE - For functional integration of multiple components for fuel cell power plant.    ADVANTAGE - Allows the fuel cell power plant to operate at peak efficiency and to minimize the weight, volume and complexity of the power plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a fuel cell power plant according to one embodiment of the present invention.    housing chamber (110)    fuel cell assembly (20)    oxidant stream (210)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas manufacturing and filling equipment comprises an electrolysis device part for producing hydrogen gas by electrolysis, a pressurizing part for compressing hydrogen gas thus produced, and a filling part for filling the compressed gas in tanks.    USE - The equipment is used particularly by generating electricity from hydrogen gas overnight at home for removal outside for various application e.g. in powering vehicles in the daytime.    ADVANTAGE - Such equipment is compact, movable and easy to operate to manufacture hydrogen gas efficiently with ease to produce electricity, especially for individual consumption at anytime.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a similar equipment containing an electrochemical compression part that comprises a first electrode for generating proton from water disposed in its supply side in steam or gas state, and a second electrode for converting proton into hydrogen gas for compression, with a proton conductor sandwiched between the electrodes, a hydrogen gas pressurizing part with a pressurizing current-controlling part to supply current between the first and second electrodes as required for producing a pressurized state in the electrochemical compression part; and    (2) an electrochemical equipment comprising any of the hydrogen gas manufacturing and filling equipment, wherein the pressurizing part functions as a fuel cell part reversibly operating when hydrogen gas and oxygen or oxygen-containing gas are supplied from the filling part.
NOVELTY - An inner electrode (110) and an outer dielectric layer (145) are separated at a predetermined distance, to form a non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma region (130), for receiving the combustion air to be treated. The inner electrode includes a longitudinal channel for receiving the combustible fuel. A mixing region receives and mixes the treated air and fuel.    USE - For pretreatment of combustion air in non-thermal plasma device.    ADVANTAGE - The combustion air is efficiently pretreated, by generating non-thermal plasma in the region between inner electrode and outer dielectric layer, thus the energy efficiency per unit volume of plasma is increased and the power to plasma volume ratio is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) pretreatment device operating method; and    (2) pretreatment device operating system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the burner.    inner electrode (110)    non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma region (130)    outer dielectric layer (145)
NOVELTY - A fluid passageway (204) comprises multiple segments including inlet and outlet segments (232,234). A baffle is arranged between the inlet and outlet segments which are in fluid communication with adjacent inlet and outlet segments.    USE - For solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) used for vehicles using gasoline and diesel engine systems.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to flow 50% of spent fuel in inlet section, directly to adjacent outlet section. Increases current density, overall cell output, fuel flow rate and concentration, optimum usage of available cell area and decreases wastage of fuel, etc.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solid oxide fuel cell;    (2) gas passing method; and    (3) fuel cell operating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a partial isometric view of fluid passageway within fluid distribution system.    fluid passageway (204)    inlet segment (232)    outlet segment (234)
NOVELTY - A methanol aqueous solution recovery pipe supplies excess portion of methanol aqueous solution supplied to an anode, to a container (10). A controller controls the flow rate (Jm) of methanol aqueous solution from the container, based on evaluated solution concentration. The flow rate of the solution satisfies specific relationship involving initial concentration of the solution, thickness of anode catalyst layer (2), etc.    USE - Solid electrolyte fuel cell power generating apparatus for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Output of the fuel cell power generating apparatus is improved, and excellent energy conversion efficiency and fuel utilization factor are realized by specified flow rate, concentration of methanol aqueous solution, thickness of anode catalyst layer, etc.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) battery comprising fuel cell power generating apparatus; and    (2) fuel cell power generating apparatus operation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of the fuel cell.    anode catalyst layer (2)    container (10)
NOVELTY - An outlet is provided for draining the liquid from a tank (12). A perforate compost basket extends through an opening in a lid (16) which covers the tank. A bubble generator provided in the tank interior, comprises a flexible layer with a plenum for receiving the air from an air pump (18).    USE - The compost tea system is useful for commercial agricultural enterprises and home gardeners.    ADVANTAGE - The tea system is easily cleaned by removing the lid. The bubble generator efficiently introduces air bubbles for effectively maintaining the concentration of the dissolved oxygen in the lid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) compost tea producing apparatus; and    (2) producing compost tea.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top perspective view of the compost tea production apparatus.    Tank (12)    Lid (16)    Air pump (18)
NOVELTY - Method involves hydrogen production by generating steam, passing it through sorbent comprising iron with catalyst, and subjecting iron to oxidation. Used as one of source reaction components is water produced as result of electrical energy generation reaction in electrochemical generator. Additionally, off-line air-independent steam generating plants may use thermal-exothermal decomposition reaction of oxygen-containing material (such as hydrogen peroxide) to produce steam required for iron-steam method of hydrogen generation. Iron oxidation reaction is conducted at temperature increasing in the process, to ensure uniform hydrogen feed.    USE - Off-line power engineering, especially for submarines.    ADVANTAGE - The above methods may be combined, and exhibit enhanced safety. Oxidized iron is reduced in off-line power plant by hydrogen, carbon monoxide, or their mixture. Operating cycle of off-line hydrogen production and storage plants lasts from tens to thousands of hours.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Three-dimensional structures with density of 4-6 g/cm3 and comprising finely dispersed and pressed iron, to ensure steam admission to depth of maximum 1-2 mm, are used for complete oxidation of iron and its subsequent reduction. Further, iron storage is sectioned, and new sections are put in operation in succession as the rate of hydrogen emission in operating section reduces.
NOVELTY - Bacterial preparation with commercial name Fezhel-bio (RTM) is based on organic substrate and oil-oxidizing bacteria Mycobacterium flavesens VKPM B-6000, Mycobacterium sp. Izh4, Rhodococcus sp. 56D, and Acinetobacter sp. NV-1. Organic substrate contains water, thiourea, sugar, and cellulose carrier covered by iron ferrocyanide layer.    USE - Oil pollution elimination from grounds and water reservoirs.    ADVANTAGE - Preparation efficiently and within short period assimilates aromatic, polyaromatic, unsaturated, and isoprenoid petroleum hydrocarbons, which are more carcinogenic and toxic for living nature as compared with saturated hydrocarbons. In addition to crude oil, preparation effectively assimilates black oil, diesel fuel, and kerosene. Cultures of preparation are resistant against ions of heavy metals, phenol and formaldehyde.
NOVELTY - A heater (7) provided in the middle of a mainstream path between a gas supply source (3) and a fuel cell (1), heats the gas supplied by the gas supply source. The heated gas circulates through the mainstream path and a subflow path (30) which connects the upstream and downstream sides of the mainstream path, on actuating a pump (33).    USE - For supplying gas such as hydrogen to inspection system (claimed) used for inspecting fuel cell, with gas used in internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - Enables raising the temperature of gas promptly and reducing preheating time and amount of gas required for preheating effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for inspection system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of an inspection system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    gas supply source (3)    heater (7)    subflow path (30)    pump (33)
NOVELTY - A temperature detector (32) detects the exit gas temperature of a combustor (6) and a gas analyzer (34) detects the amount of unburnt gas in the exit gas. A controller (40) generates control signal based on the detected temperature and unburnt gas, and outputs the control signal to a gas-flow rate controlling valve (22) and a gas selector valve (24).    USE - Hydrogen generator for fuel-cell power generating plant.    ADVANTAGE - Enables preventing the atmosphere discharge and abnormal temperature rise of combusted gas in combustor, thereby ensuring safety operation of the hydrogen generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the hydrogen generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    combustor (6)    gas-flow rate controlling valve (22)    gas selector valve (24)    temperature detector (32)    gas analyzer (34)    controller (40)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen generating elements consisting of dissimilar metals (M1,M2) having higher ionization tendency than hydrogen, are immersed in the acidic aqueous solution (A) in the hydrogen generation tank (1). A liquid circuit (3) is provided at the bottom of the tank (1), to eject the acidic aqueous solution from the tank.    USE - Hydrogen generator.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the generation efficiency of the hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen generating element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the hydrogen generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen generation tank (1)    liquid circuit (3)    acidic aqueous solution (A)    dissimilar metals (M1,M2)
NOVELTY - A dioxin degradation-enzyme liquid or a culture solution of dioxin degradation microorganisms (E) is contacted with the dioxin containing solid waste (5) generated from a furnace installation. The solid waste is processed.    USE - For processing solid waste containing organochlorine compound such as dioxin, such as polychlorinated-p-dibenzo para dioxin, polychlorinated dibenzofuran and coplanar polychlorobiphenyl for refuse incinerator.    ADVANTAGE - Dioxins remained in the furnace installation is processed, without ejecting solid out of the system during furnace operation. Dioxin adhered or absorbed to solid waste are efficiently decomposed and removed biochemically, while cleaning deposit, filter cloth, dismantling, furnace wall, flue and dust collecting vessel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a systematic diagram of a refuse incinerator installation and processing method of solid waste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solid waste (5)    Culture solution (E)    Heavy metal fixative (H)
NOVELTY - Purification of waste material comprises that chlorine compounds present in waste material are adsorbed by an adsorbent, where the optimum temperature for decomposing the adsorbed chlorine compounds by microorganisms is 60 degrees Centigrade.    USE - The method is used for purifying waste material containing harmful chlorine compounds such as dioxins, e.g. contaminated soil, and domestic and industrial waste water.    ADVANTAGE - As the temperature inside the purifier is 60 degreesC, the propagation of mesophiles is prevented. As microorganisms are used for decomposing chlorine compounds adhered to the adsorbent, the contact of the chlorine compounds with the microorganisms is improved. The supply of oxygen to the microorganisms is improved, and the purification of waste material is carried out rapidly and stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a purifier for waste material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the purifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A biodegradable organic solid waste processing apparatus designates the application method of an enzyme on biodegradable organic solid waste based on acquired information about the biodegradable organic solid waste.    USE - The apparatus is used for biodegradable organic solid waste processing.    ADVANTAGE - Processing of biodegradable organic solid waste is efficient and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a biodegradable organic solid waste processing method; and    (2) a biodegradable organic solid waste processing program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the biodegradable organic slid waste processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Heated-flux (10) for processing refuse, is retained at 50-60 degrees C in a stir/heat processing tank (1). While inserting organic refuse into the tank (1), hot air at 52-65 degrees C by the hot air inlet (8), is supplied to heat the refuse to raise the temperature more than that of the flux which contains aerobic-bacteria propagation agents e.g. used coffee powder.    USE - For disposal of organic waste generated in commercial kitchens and food process industries.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures stable processing for a long-time, as quick degradation by aerobic bacteria at higher temperature than fermentation is carried out. Enables effective use of aerobic bacteria propagating agents such as used coffee powder and blast furnace slag, in flux for decomposition of organic matter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of organic refuse stir/heat processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Stir/heat processing tank (1)    Hot air inlet (8)    Heated-flux (10)
NOVELTY - Methane fermentation microorganisms are maintained in flowable state in an anaerobic bioreactor. The microorganisms are passed through an organic substrate, to pile up in hydraulics study longer than the propagation time, microorganisms having hydrogen production ability and shorter than the propagation time of hydrogen consumption microorganisms.    USE - For producing fermentation microorganism groups, for hydrogen production.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen is efficiently generated in study state using methane fermentation microorganism group and the organic wastes are effectively used. The consumption of hydrogen in the bioreactor is controlled. Since the residence time in the reactor is short, hydrogen can be produced with high efficiency from large amount of organic wastes. There is no need for complicated and expensive devices, and thus hydrogen is produced at low cost. The production method does not contaminate the environment, and the organic waste is efficiently used to perform pollution prevention technique.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen fermentation microorganism group, obtained by recovering the microorganism group by resisting the microorganism passing through the organic substrate.
NOVELTY - The heater drive unit (40) for maintaining the temperature of CO ferment in reaction container (11) to preset value, is equipped with a thermometer drive units (32,52) to adjust the temperature of outer container (13) with respect to ferment temperature.    USE - For inspecting the compost process of plant and livestock excrement.    ADVANTAGE - Enables performing an inspection of the ferment in constant value control, and performing a pseudo-heat insulation test. Temperature patterns and gas conditions optimize the fermentation amount of raw food. Reduces the thermal disturbance generated by gas supplied to reaction container.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The inspection device (10) has reaction container (11) with CO ferment and an outer container repeated (13) with gas layer for temperature control. The heater drive unit (40) is provided to maintain ferment temperature at preset level and thermometer drive units (32,52) provided to sequentially change outer container temperature with respect to ferment temperature. Thermometer drive units are also provided to gradually change ferment temperature to record preset value from first preset value. A gas analysis equipment (70) is provided to adjust temperature of gas from gas source with respect to ferment temperature in reaction container.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the entire structure of the small-sized test device.    Inspection device (10)    Reaction container (11)    Outer container (13)    Thermometer drive units (32,52)    Heater drive unit (40)    Gas analysis equipment (70)
NOVELTY - An aerator (1) has several separation modules (2, 2a, 2b) that suck the liquid from a medical solution tank (54) through the openings (21, 21a,2 1b), for treating the water supplied from a raw water tank (63).    USE - For biological treatment of waste water.    ADVANTAGE - Clogging is prevented without damaging separation element.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method to prevent clogging of separation element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of the water treating device.    Aerator (1)    Separation modules (2, 2a, 2b)    Openings (21, 21a, 21b)    Medical solution tank (54)    Raw water tank (63)
NOVELTY - A steam generator (50) injects steam into reaction zones (Z1,Z2) of arc reaction chamber (76) through injector ring (24), for catalytic reaction with arc and carbon of carbonaceous material (79), to obtain hydrogen-rich gas and methane-rich gas.    USE - For producing synthetic natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - Enable efficient mass production of clean synthetic natural gas from water and carbon feedstocks.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above synthetic natural gas producing apparatus.    Injector ring (24)    Steam generator (50)    Arc reaction chamber (76)    Carbonaceous material (79)    Reaction zones (Z1,Z2)
NOVELTY - A trailer-mounted animal mixing feed trailer (F) has a chassis (9) mounted mixing chamber (1a, 1b) with powered (A) upright helical mixer blades (3a, 3b) and a side-discharge (7a), where the trailer especially has an electronically controlled and programmable weighing system with an automatic computer control (C, U) switching as required between a mechanical and electrical drive (A).    USE - The trailer mixes animal feed especially for dairy herds, and further mixes organic wastes for discharge to a methane gas digestion system.    ADVANTAGE - The trailer serves the dual purposes of preparing animal feed in bulk for milking herds, and the processing of waste bio-residues to feed a methane gas digestion assembly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A trailer-mounted animal mixing feed trailer (F) has a chassis (9) mounted mixing chamber (1a, 1b) with powered (A) upright helical mixer blades (3a, 3b) and a side-discharge (7a), where the trailer especially has an electronically controlled and programmable weighing system with an automatic computer control (C, U) switching as required between a mechanical and electrical drive (A). The trailer drive system has a mechanical power take-off (Z) drive system from e.g. a tractor, and a power system for an electric motor (E1, M). When under electrical power, the weighing system (W) is automatically controlled in conjunction with time measurement or external demand-regulated sensors/receivers. The mechanical and electrical drive systems are engaged or disengaged by a clutch.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional side view of the trailer.    Trailer (F)    mixing chamber (1a, 1)    helical mixer blades (3a, 3b)    discharge (7, 6)    drive system (A)    mechanical power take-off (Z)    electric motor (E1, M)    computer-controlled weighing system (W)
NOVELTY - A bacillus brevis R-6 strain, CGMCC No.0571, is extracted from oxygen-consuming active mud in an oil-containing sewage treating pool, polluted soil around the oil well, and soil with high sulfur content around a coal mine. The strain and its cell liquid in the non-growth phase, an immobilized cell, the culture medium, and its raw enzyme extracting liquid can be all used to remove the sulfur from a S-containing organic compound.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a production process of expanded high-protein straw feed and its product. Firstly, the plant straw is passed through the process of expanding treatment, then at least passed through one process of fermentation treatment so as to greatly raise the fermentative effect, raise the sugar content and protein content in the product and shorten the fermentative time. The total sugar content of said product is 50-64%, its total protein content is 10-30%, and amino acid content is greater than or equal to 14%. Besides, its crude fibre content is less than 14%, and its crude fat content is less than 5%. Said invented production process is easy to operate, rich in raw material, low in cost, has no need of specific equipment and has no environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - A process for fuel cell operation mixes incoming fresh gas with some or all of the residual gas from a cell or cell array within the cell and uses/reuses the mixture.    USE - As a process and device for fuel cell operation (claimed) to humidify incoming gas    ADVANTAGE - The incoming gas is simply and reliably humidified.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for operating as above having common chambers connected to gas lines.
NOVELTY - Triptane is produced by providing a hydrocarbon feedstock comprising at least1 vol.% of a cyclic hydrocarbon comprising 5C and/or 6C ring; pre-treating the hydrocarbon feedstock by contacting with a catalyst in the presence of hydrogen; and isomerizing the pre-treated feedstock by contacting with an isomerization catalyst.    USE - The invention is used for the production of triptane used in producing unleaded motor and aviation gasoline.    ADVANTAGE - The invention avoids significant de-alkylation of pendant substituents on the rings. There is no fragmentation of the cyclic compound.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of triptane comprises providing a hydrocarbon feedstock comprising at least1 vol.% of a cyclic hydrocarbon comprising 5C and/or 6C ring; pre-treating the hydrocarbon feedstock by contacting with a catalyst in the presence of hydrogen under conditions suitable for selectively opening the ring of the cyclic hydrocarbon; and isomerizing the pre-treated feedstock by contacting with an isomerization catalyst.
NOVELTY - A synthesis gas is converted into hydrocarbonaceous products by subjecting a first portion of synthesis gas to a dual functional syngas conversion process, subjecting a second portion of synthesis gas to Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process, and alkylating linear olefins with iso-paraffins to produce high octane gasoline range alkylate.    USE - For converting synthesis gas into hydrocarbonaceous products to produce high octane gasoline blend.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive process converts synthesis gas into full range of hydrocarbonaceous products in economic and efficient way.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Conversion of synthesis gas (10) into hydrocarbonaceous products comprises subjecting a first portion of synthesis gas to a dual functional syngas conversion process to form a first effluent (14) comprising first hydrocarbonaceous product including aromatics and isoparaffins. A second portion of synthesis gas is subjected to Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process to form a second effluent comprising a second hydrocarbonaceous product including linear paraffins and linear olefins. The linear olefins are alkylated with the iso-paraffins to produce high octane gasoline range alkylate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a process for converting synthesis gas into hydrocarbonaceous products.    Synthesis gas (10)    First effluent (14)    Unreacted synthesis gas (20)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas is produced by combining a hydrocarbon or oxygenated hydrocarbon compound with a base to form a mixture.    USE - For producing hydrogen gas used as energy source for hydrogen-based energy or storage devices, e.g. fuel cells or hydrogen storage alloys.    ADVANTAGE - The invention occurs from methanol in the liquid phase without the production of environmentally harmful by-product gases, and allows hydrogen gas production at lower temperatures than is possible with conventional steam reformation processes. It is efficient, economically feasible, and environmentally friendly. It also reduces current dependence on fossil fuels, permits reaction in the liquid phase, and avoids the high temperature or steam conditions typical of prior art hydrogen production processes. The hydrogen gas produced is easily recovered and deliverable to hydrogen-based energy or storage devices.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell installation (1) has independent gas generation module (2) which generates hydrogen gas, and a fuel cell module (3). The fuel cell module includes a compressor (12) and a burner (16) that are connected to an air expander (13). The energy storage and energy conversion devices (14) are connected between the expander and compressor.    USE - Fuel cell installation for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Reliability is enhanced by providing the gas generation and fuel cell modules independently. Since the expander is not directly connected to the compressor, the efficiency of the fuel cell installation is enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the fuel cell installation.    fuel cell installation (1)    gas generation module (2)    fuel cell module (3)    compressor (12)    air expander (13)    energy storage and energy conversion devices (14)    burner (16)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen extraction unit comprises a hydrogen separation member designed as a thin metal plate with a hydrogen separation film that selectively allows penetration of hydrogen; and laminated first and second flow channels, designed as a thin metal plate.    USE - For use in a fuel cell system for extracting hydrogen from hydrogen-containing gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The concrete construction of the unit permits reduction in size. The units maintains low hydrogen concentrations on the side of the purge gas flow channel and ensures high hydrogen extraction efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen extraction unit comprises a hydrogen separation member designed as a thin metal plate with a hydrogen separation film that selectively allows penetration of hydrogen. A first flow channel is in a laminated manner, designed as a thin metal plate, adjacent to a first face of the hydrogen separation member, bonded to this member by a bonding method free from fusion of a base material and comprising a hydrogen-containing gas flow channel and through which the gas flows. A second flow channel is in a laminated manner. It has a hydrogen flow channel in which the hydrogen penetrating the hydrogen separation film and extracted from the hydrogen-containing gas flows.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) A method of manufacturing a hydrogen extraction unit, by laminating the hydrogen separation member and the flow channels in a predetermined sequence; and bonding the hydrogen separation member and the flow channels together by a bonding method free from fusion of a base material; and    (b) A fuel cell system comprising a hydrogen extraction unit, and a fuel cell that obtain an electromotive force by using hydrogen extracted from extraction unit in an electrochemical unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the external appearance of a hydrogen extraction unit, as above.
NOVELTY - An additive comprises active components containing 60-76 volume% of a hydrocarbon mixture, 10-16 vol% of hydrotreated distillates, vapor phase inhibitor(s) and surfactant(s).    USE - For hydrocarbon fuels such as liquefied petroleum gas, gasoline and diesel fuel, particularly propane.    ADVANTAGE - The new and improved additive permits complete oxidation of hydrocarbon fuels even though the hydrocarbon fuels contain significant amount of impurities such as sulfur, water, propylene and long-chain hydrocarbons. The additive reduces or eliminates polluting emissions normally caused by incomplete oxidation, while simultaneously reducing emissions of nitrogen oxides. The additive minimizes and/or avoids settling out or precipitating out of any substances and/or components, increases heat value after vaporization and burning velocity in oxygen, and provides exothermic formation reaction to accommodate efficiencies of primary and secondary combustion.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises fuel cell with flow field plate and a first catalyst (200) material for catalyzing a reaction of carbon monoxide and water at an operating temperature of fuel cell. The flow field plate provides a reactant circulation path through the fuel cell. The catalyst material is distinct from a second catalyst. It is disposed on a portion of the reactant circulation path.    USE - Used in residential appliances and electrical devices.    ADVANTAGE - The invention is robust, compact and cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating a fuel cell comprising:    (1) reacting a hydrocarbon to form reformate, in which the reformate comprises carbon monoxide (CO) and water vapor;    (2) flowing the reformate through a fuel cell stack; and    (3) contacting the reformate with a first catalyst material suitable for catalyzing a reaction of CO and water, where the first catalyst material is located inside the fuel cell stack, and where the first catalyst material is distinct from a fuel cell catalyst in the stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an anode fluid flow plate.    Catalyst (200)    Manifold (210)    Reactant flow field channels (240)
NOVELTY - A flow field plate forming material is manufactured by providing a sheet of a compressed mass of expanded graphite particles (10) having first and second parallel, opposed surfaces (30). The sheet is treated with a water resistant additive to render it more hydrophobic than an untreated sheet to form a treated sheet. The sheet is formed into a flow field plate.    USE - The material is used for the manufacture of a flow field plate forming material useful for an electrochemical fuel cell, e.g. proton exchange membrane fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The material provides a void-free to optimize electrical and thermal conductivities.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a pair of rollers used for the inventive method.    Graphite particles (10)    Opposed surfaces (30)
NOVELTY - A photoresist layer is formed on an aluminum conductive layer provided on a substrate. The conductive layer is patterned and the photoresist layer is removed. The wafer is subjected to plasma process that includes application of gas including hydrogen and deuterium to the wafer with no bias voltage, so as to remove the residue from the conductive layer.    USE - For fabricating electronic device e.g. memory, dynamic random access memory (DRAM), logic device, processor, digital signal processor (DSP), microprocessor, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Provides better passivation of exposed metal pattern by converting metal halide residues into volatile hydrogen halides using specific gases and hence prevents production of hazardous waste and enables the process to be done without causing corrosion of metal structures.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining the electronic device fabrication process.
NOVELTY - A catalyst comprises zirconia-supported, alkali-metal-modified ruthenium catalyst on a porous substrate. The porous substrate has an average pore size of 1-1000 micron.    USE - For use in producing hydrogen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive catalyst exhibits carbon monoxide conversion of greater than 70% and carbon dioxide selectivity of at least 80%, when it is tested using a reactant gas mixture containing carbon monoxide (8%), carbon dioxide (7%), hydrogen (38%) and water (47%) at a contact time of 50 or 25 ms and a temperature of 325 degreesC or 420 degreesC.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) A reactor for fuel-processing system, comprising an inlet, a reaction chamber containing the novel catalyst, an outlet, and a microchannel heat exchanger in thermal contact with the reaction chamber; and    (b) A hydrogen-production system, comprising a fuel tank; a primary conversion reactor with a fuel inlet, reaction chamber and exhaust outlet for converting fuel to carbon monoxide; and a water-gas shift reactor as above, whose reactor outlet is connected to the exhaust outlet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a plot of carbon monoxide conversion and carbon dioxide selectivity versus temperature.
NOVELTY - An electrostrictive generator (12) generates electrical current which is conditioned by a power conditioner, so that the amplitude of the electrical current does not vary by more than 10%. An electrolysis unit (16) converts water to hydrogen and oxygen, ions, using the conditioned electric current. The ions are then connected into a direct electrical current.    USE - Fuel cell assembly implanted within patient's body to power patient monitoring system to monitor patient's body parameters also incorporated in vehicles, such as car, portable CD player, power lamps, road signs, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The constituents of the fuel cell assembly ensures reliable electric power production. The fuel cell assembly is durable and has stabilized performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the implantable fuel cell assembly within a living organism.    electrostrictive generator (12)    electrolysis unit (16)    fuel cell (30)
NOVELTY - A composting device comprises containers formed by reinforced concrete modules held together by steel bars with a steel band cage inside both.    USE - As a composting device.    ADVANTAGE - One vessel can be used for composting and the other for post-composting and the device ensures a good oxygen supply and ventilation of the compost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A composting device comprises two cube-shaped containers which are sunk into the ground. The containers are held together by anchor plates (2) and are assembled from reinforced concrete modules with ventilation gaps (8) in between each module. Each container has a steel band cage inside and this cage has a sliding or pivoting base hatch which is provided with two axles and stands free from the base surface of the foundation block (5). Each module is held together by steel bars extending through holes in the module end walls.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure 1 shows a side view of the containers sunk into the ground.    Ground surface (1)    Anchor plate (2)    Locking bar (3)    Hatch (4)    Concrete foundation block (5)    Ventilation gap (6)    Removable concrete upper part (7)    Ventilation gaps (8)    Reinforced concrete module (9)
NOVELTY - Proposed anaerobic bioreactor for treatment of waste water includes biomass and biogas separator in its upper portion and waste water distributing manifold in lower portion. It is additionally provided with square attachment in its upper portion and hermetic cover fitted with gas hood. Biomass and biogas separator is located in attachment which includes biogas receiving chamber and foam separating chamber. Proposed method excludes emission of activated sludge and reduces time of fermentation of waste water.    USE - Biotechnology; fermentation processes at alcohol plants.    ADVANTAGE - Increased yield of biogas; facilitated maintenance; enhanced ecological safety. 1 dwg, 1 tbl
NOVELTY - Provided are a device and a method for manufacturing lactic acid by saccharifying and fermenting methods using fibrous biomass, such as waste paper.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The device for manufacturing lactic acid is characterized by consisting of a hydrolysis reactor which is filled with a fibrous biomass, for example waste paper, and a fermentor which contains immobilized strain. The two reactors are connected each other and circulate a reaction production by a circulation pump. Therefore, saccharification and fermentation are created at the same time.
NOVELTY - A fuel supply device for a fuel cell is provided, to supply the fuel to the cell of a direct methanol fuel cell and to discharge the carbon dioxide generated by the battery reaction simultaneously.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel supply device(20) comprises a fuel electrode and an air electrode placed at the both sides of an electrolyte; and a supply hole and a discharge hole(30) placed at the fuel electrode side and the air electrode side, wherein the fuel supply hole supplying the storage fuel and the gas discharge hole receiving the gas discharged from the stack(22), and the connection part to be sealed is formed at the fuel electrode side of the fuel cell stack; and the gas discharge part which is fixed to the one side of the external part of the fuel tank, has a gas permeable membrane(36), and discharges the gas charted inside of the fuel tank by the pressure of the gas to the exterior of the tank.    The gas permeable membrane is made of fluoride resin fiber, polyalkene, cellulosics, polyvinyl, polysulfone and polyamide.
NOVELTY - A continuous heat exchange system for improving anaerobic digestion efficiency is provided, which is characterized in that high temperature anaerobic digestion(50-60 deg.C), instead of middle temperature anaerobic digestion(30-40 deg.C), is applied to minimize heat capacity loss and improve efficiency of anaerobic digestion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The system comprises inclined primary and secondary heat exchange system(2,2'); primary and secondary motor(7,7') equipped with primary and secondary heat exchange system(2,2'); primary and secondary shaft(5,5') and primary and secondary screw conveyor(6,6') for transporting sludge; primary and secondary steam jacket(11,11a) for delivering temperature to the internal of primary and secondary heat exchange system(2,2'); primary and secondary steam boiler(4,4') and primary secondary steam pipe(3,3') for transporting steam to primary and secondary steam jacket(11,11a); and an aerobic digestion tank(29) for decomposing sludge.
NOVELTY - A treatment system of food waste is provided, which can purify organic matter effectively by enhancing growth of microorganism and by minimizing death of the microorganism at microorganism contact media installed in diffusion tank so that treatment efficiency of food waste is increased and the discharge of leachate is reduced. Also the odorous gas is deodorized by activated carbon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The system comprises a selective crusher (1) for selecting foreign materials contained in food waste and for crushing the selected food waste; an agitator (3) for mixing the crushed food waste; an acid fermentation tank (5) connected to agitation space for performing fermentation of the food waste by acid; a methane tank (7) for decomposing the fermented food waste by microorganism proliferation into gas; a diffusion tank (9) for purifying the undecomposed food waste and sewage by aerobic microorganism; a porous microorganism contact filtration media (11) fixed inside the diffusion tank (9).
NOVELTY - The liquid fuel (1) is supplied to a cathode from a container (2) packed with porous material (7). The fuel is supplied to an inner power generator through feed path (8) consisting of fine bristles.    USE - For portable electronic devices such as mobile telephone, portable computer.    ADVANTAGE - Stabilizes fuel supply by preventing vibration even during transportation and usage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of direct supply type fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    liquid fuel (1)    container (2)    porous material (7)    feed path (8)
NOVELTY - Fuel electrode and oxidizing agent electrode are provided to either sides of electrolyte assembly. Fuel and oxidizing agent gas comprising ozone are supplied through fuel flow paths and oxidizing agent gas passageways, respectively.    USE - For fuel cell of motor and electrical vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Operability of fuel cell is enhanced and hence power generation is ensured efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the output characteristics graph of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - An evaporator evaporates raw material supplied to modifier. The combustors are serially connected to evaporator, so that the heating gas ejected from evaporator is introduced into downstream side of combustors to generate the reformed gas.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Evaporates raw material for reformation with sufficient responsiveness with respect to load fluctuation of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen pump (11) adjusts the pressure of gas ejected from the fuel cell (1), and supplies the gas of specific pressure to the anode humidifier (9) through the gas flow path (8). Oxidizing agent gas pressurized by the compressor (2), is supplied to the humidifier (4). Before the supply of humidified gas to the cell (1), the opening degree of pressure regulating valve (7) is adjusted, so that differential pressure in the cell (1) is regulated.    USE - For fuel cell in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient and easy control of the differential pressure in fuel cell. System assembling is performed easily at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel circulation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    compressor (2)    humidifiers (4,9)    pressure regulating valve (7)    gas flow path (8)    hydrogen pump (11)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a fuel distribution layer (14) that is formed between a negative electrode (11) and a liquid-fuel impregnation layer (16), distributes liquid-fuel and gaseous fuel to a negative electrode.    USE - For portable small audio-visual apparatus, mobile telephone and personal digital assistant (PDA).    ADVANTAGE - Prevents cross-over of liquid-fuel by providing small-sized and highly efficient fuel cell. Amount of supply of liquid-fuel to the negative electrode is suppressed and reduction of cell voltage is improved. The fuel can be replenished easily in a short time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    negative electrode (11)    fuel distribution layer (14)    liquid-fuel impregnation layer (16)
NOVELTY - The system comprises an ammonia adsorption tower (5) packed with vanadium oxide group ammonia adsorbent and the processing temperature of the tower is set 100-200 degreesC.    USE - Sewage gas fuel cell electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables supplying stable electric power, while removing ammonia in the generated heating gas in modification process efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the sewage gas fuel cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Ammonia adsorption tower (5)
NOVELTY - A pair of acoustic signal transmission and receiving units are provided in a fuel delivery pipe (13) which is connected between a fuel supply portion and a fuel reception portion.    USE - For power generation apparatus e.g. fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies the structure of data transmission unit and improves safety.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of data transmission unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel delivery pipe (13)
NOVELTY - A vessel (2) comprises movable arms (3) attached with propellers (4) and anchors (1), so that sea water is electrolyzed to manufacture hydrogen.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen to generate power.    ADVANTAGE - Power is generated reliably using the hydrogen without generating global warming.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective views of the vessel. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    anchor (1)    vessel (2)    movable arm (3)    propeller (4)
NOVELTY - A reactive gas comprising heating gas and air, is supplied to a fuel cell (1), with respect to the emission side of the reactive gas, through a humidifier (2) for a predetermined time. The moisture content of the non-reactive gas is reduced during the predetermined time.    USE - Solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - High battery output is obtained efficiently, while preventing stay of the moist gas and condensation of moisture content, during the shutdown of the fuel cell power generating device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell power generating device operating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell power generating device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    humidifier (2)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse processing apparatus has processing tank (1) whose process conditions are set based on its cooling rate after loading organic refuse in it.    USE - For processing organic refuse from e.g. home and restaurants.    ADVANTAGE - Suitable process mode is simply chosen depending on the amount and kind of organic refuse. Organic refuse is decomposed effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic refuse processing apparatus has processing tank (1) whose temperature is measured before supplying organic refuse into it. Internal temperature of the tank is measured after loading the organic refuse. The temperature difference of the tank before and after loading the refuse is measured. The process conditions are set based on the cooling rate of the processing tank. Moisture content detection sensor (2) is provided in the processing tank to detect the moisture content of the organic refuse.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of organic refuse processing apparatus.    Processing tank (1)    Moisture content detection sensor (2)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse processing system as an air blower installed in the fermentation housing (10) and connected with an air feed pipe, for guiding air in the housing to the organic refuse in a fermenter (12). The fermentation housing is maintained at a low pressure, for promoting fermentation of the organic refuse.    USE - For processing organic refuse e.g. domestic waste and industrial waste.    ADVANTAGE - Extensive processing of organic refuse is realized reliably, without creating problems to surrounding residents. Inexpensive installation of processing apparatus and processing of organic waste are achieved, and improves process efficiency. Enables recycling to promote fermentation condition of an aerobe.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic refuse processing method, by introducing fermentation compost into which inoculate is implanted, to the fermenter. The aerobic fermentation of the organic refuse is promoted by supplying oxygen from outer air and stirring organic refuse. The waste water from organic refuse is collected in the waste water tank. The attracted internal room air is deodorized before discharge to the atmosphere. The moisture content adjustment material with respect to an organic refuse is supplied in the volume ratio of 2:1.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fermentation housing of organic refuse processing system.    Fermentation housing (10)    Fermenter (12)    Ventilation hole (22)    Deodorizer (26)    Suction fan (62)
NOVELTY - Culturing of waste water from culture tank (1) is supplied to an algae culture tank (6). The algae culture water is solid-liquid separated and concentrated using membrane separation apparatus (MSA) (12). The concentrated water is supplied to plankton culture tank (8), and plankton is cultivated with algae in the culture tank. The plankton culture water is processed and used as feed or feed product.    USE - For treating waste water from culture tank.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables processing of waste water from the culture tank and utilizing it as a feed or feed product for algae and plankton. The occlusion of air jet nozzle by the sediment is prevented by the diffuser.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Culturing of waste water from culture tank is supplied to an algae culture tank and processed by utilizing nitrogen and phosphorus in the water by the algae as a nutrient within the time. The algae culture water is solid-liquid separated and concentrated using membrane separation apparatus. The concentrated water is supplied to plankton culture tank. Plankton is cultivated with the algae within the plankton culture tank. The plankton culture water is solid-liquid separated and concentrated with a membrane separation apparatus (20). The concentrated culture water is supplied to the culture water tank as feed or removed from the system as a feed product.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a culturing apparatus which comprises an algae culture tank supplied with waste water from culture water tank and cultivated with algae, membrane separation apparatus, plankton culture tank and membrane separation tank for plankton culture water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows flow sheet of the culture apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Culture water tank (1)    Feed (3)    Algae culture tank (6)    Plankton culture tank (8)    Dehydrator (9)    Membrane separation apparatus (12,20)    Diffuser (13)
NOVELTY - Piled plants are crushed, water content is adjusted and primary fermentation is performed by natural/forced fermentation. Dioxin decomposition microbe is added at a compost temperature of 5-45degreesC and pH of 6-9. A secondary fermentation is performed by natural/forced fermentation, by maintaining a temperature of 5-45degreesC, pH of 6-9 and moisture content of 40-80%, to produce a compost with dioxin disintegration.    USE - For purifying soil contaminated by decomposition-resistant organic pollutants.    ADVANTAGE - The compost has disintegration property with respect to decomposition-resistant organic contaminants, such as dioxins. The compost is economical, since plants are used as raw material. The mowed grass weeded and integrated by river embankment can also be used as raw material, thus recycling mowed grass. Waste material discharge is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of compost using the above method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the above compost manufacturing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A dehydrater is between a sludge mixing tank and a methane fermentation tank, to dehydrate the digested sludge and sludge mixture. The dehydration mixture is introduced into the fermentation tank for methane fermentation.    USE - In e.g. anaerobic digester for organic sludge, such as sewage, human waste, livestock waste, organic refuse and foodstuffs waste.    ADVANTAGE - Dehydration of sludge and mixing of digested sludge are possible, without heat processing of the sludge. The size of the methane fermentation tank is reduced, and the energy obtained is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Methane fermentation tank has acid generation tank which performs the organic acid decomposition after solubilizing dehydration mixture, and the gasification tank using organic acids as methane gas and carbon dioxide. The acid generation sludge generated by acid generation tank is returned with the digested sludge generated by the methane fermentation tank to sludge mixing tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the digestive process of sludge. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - An organic waste processing apparatus comprises a storage chamber (3), a concentration adjustment chamber (4) and a fermentation chamber (5), arranged in order vertically.    USE - The apparatus is used for processing organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - Since the refuse storage chamber, concentration adjustment chamber and fermentation chamber are arranged vertically in order, size of the apparatus is reduced and required installation space is reduced. The organic refuse from each chamber is transferred to the next chamber directly without using any conveyor. The leakage of bad smell during the fermentation process is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic waste processing apparatus comprises a storage chamber (3), a concentration adjustment chamber (4) and a fermentation chamber (5), arranged in order vertically. The concentration adjustment chamber (4) adds water to organic waste (7) ground by a grinder (8), to form slurry. A switching mechanism (10) controls the flow rate of slurry to the fermentation chamber where methane and microbe are added to the slurry. An addition mechanism (35) adds methane and microbe to slurry in the fermentation chamber that is equipped with a fermenter made of carbon fiber. An extraction mechanism (40) includes an absorbent to absorb methane gas generated from the fermentation chamber. The absorbent is heated to liberate the methane gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic waste processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Storage chamber (3)    Concentration adjustment chamber (4)    Fermentation chamber (5)    Organic waste (7)    Grinder (8)    Switching mechanism (10)    Addition mechanism (35)    Extraction mechanism (40)
NOVELTY - A refuse incineration apparatus comprises a blower that blows a trivalent or tetravalent manganese oxide into the combustion furnace containing waste gas produced from refuse processing and a collector collects the mixture containing the manganese oxide.    USE - The refuse incineration apparatus is especially useful for decomposing halogenated organic compound e.g. dioxins in waste gas from an incinerator that incinerates waste e.g. municipal solid waste, industrial waste, medical waste, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus provides effective decomposition of a halogenated organic compound in waste gas from a combustion furnace.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a refuse incineration method;    (2) a halogenated organic compound decomposition device; and    (3) a halogenated organic compound decomposition method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the refuse incineration apparatus.
NOVELTY - A porous hollow fiber (2a), cathode catalyst layer (2b), solid-polymer electrolyte layer (2c) and anode catalyst layer (2d) are sequentially formed covering a gas flow hollow structure (2p). The fiber consists of an organic high molecular compound of gas permeability.    USE - E.g. hollow fiber type solid-polymer fuel cell (PEFC) for electricity generation.    ADVANTAGE - Since coating at inner face is not required, the PEFC cell can be produced easily. Since two pole catalyst layer is provided to outer surface side of hollow fiber, the area of the reaction layer boundary surface per unit volume can be enlarged, thereby increasing the amount of electricity generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of PEFC cell.    Porous hollow fiber (2a)    Cathode catalyst layer (2b)    Solid-polymer electrolyte layer (2c)    Anode catalyst layer (2d)    Gas flow hollow structure (2p)
NOVELTY - Equipment (20) for an organic refuse disposer, comprises a filter (21) to clean the exhaust gas from the disposer, which performs decomposition of organic refuse supplied to the container, by stirring the organic refuse with stirring blades, and moving mechanisms (22,23,26) that impart a shock to the filter, in coordination with the stirring blades.    USE - The equipment is used for performing the filtration and cleaning of exhaust gas emitted from a container of an organic refuse disposer, used for decomposition of organic refuse ejected from business places, e.g. restaurant and food processing plant, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The medium adhering to the filter surface and the medium which has entered into the filter can be removed by imparting a shock to the filter, in coordination with the stirring blades which stir the organic refuse contained within. Fermentation decomposition of organic refuse can be performed reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the detailed structure of a filter device used in an organic refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Filter equipment (20)    Filter (21)    Moving mechanisms (22,23,26)
NOVELTY - Organic refuse processing apparatus comprises a processing section that decomposes an organic refuse, and a recovery section that recovers the decomposed treated refuse.    USE - The apparatus is used for performing decomposition and disposal of organic refuse ejected from food processing fields or cooking fields, such as domestic kitchens, foodstuffs factory and foodstuffs production fields, such as the production fields of vegetables.    ADVANTAGE - The fermentation processing of treated refuse can be carried out with a stabilized condition, by controlling the electrical power supply to a heater which heats the catalyst of the deodorization exhaust section based on a measured amount of water content in a fermentation tank and performing a high temperature maintenance appropriately, without wasting electrical power, depending on the degree of hydration of the processed material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic refuse processing apparatus comprises a processing section that decomposes an organic refuse, and a recovery section that recovers the decomposed treated refuse. A heater, controlled by a controller based on water content measured by a sensor (23) in a fermentation tank of the processing section, heats the catalyst of a deodorizing exhaust section that deodorizes and exhausts the odor from the processing and recovery sections.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partially notched front view of the organic refuse processing equipment.    Sensor (23)
NOVELTY - A white smoke processing apparatus comprises an ejector mechanism that solidifies and removes a waxy component (F) in a generated white smoke (C), to eject as clean gas (L).    USE - The apparatus is used for treating and purifying white smoke exhausted from charcoal baking apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus obtains tar and wood vinegars as by-products. The apparatus cleans the white smoke and reduces pollution, by removing waxy components. It simplifies the wax removal process, using an ejector mechanism. It avoids the requirement of combusting the waxy components. It enables use of the by-products for various commercial uses contributing towards economy of charcoal industry. It enables installation of the charcoal baking apparatus even in cities, without risk of pollution, by attaching white smoke processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the treating apparatus attached to a charcoal baking apparatus.    White smoke (C)    Waxy component (F)    Clean gas (L)
NOVELTY - A plant-cultivation system (1) has an organic-substance process chamber (2), a cultivation chamber (11) and gas feed drive (20). The process chamber decomposes the organic substance by action of a microorganism, producing manure. The plant-cultivation chamber grows plants (15). (20) conveys carbon dioxide gas produced by organic-substance decomposition to the plant-cultivation chamber.    USE - For plant-cultivation (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The plant-cultivation system effectively utilizes carbon dioxide gas produced during decomposition of an organic substance, and fermentation heat. The compact system enables economical plant-cultivation and contributes to environmental protection. The organic fertilizer produced by the organic-substance processing chamber is used for plant growth in the plant-cultivation chamber, which eliminates the use of degradable rock wool for soil ridging. The system effectively utilizes organic waste. The installation cost is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for plant-cultivation which comprises decomposing an organic substance accommodated in the organic-substance process chamber by the action of a microorganism, conveying carbon dioxide gas produced during decomposition to the plant-cultivation chamber, and accommodating the carbon dioxide gas in the plant-cultivation chamber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic drawing of the plant-cultivation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Plant-cultivation system (1)    Organic-substance process chamber (2)    One-way valves (9,17)    Discharge port (10)    Plant-cultivation chamber (11)    Plants (15)    Inflow port (18)    Gas feed drive (20)    Gas conveyance path (21)    Storage chamber (22)    Separator (23)    Pump (24)
NOVELTY - Biomass (1), oxygen (5) and water vapor (4) are reacted, and the biomass is gasified. The water vapor is supplied at 400-800degreesC, during the reaction.    USE - For gasifying biomass to form gas which is used for manufacture of methanol (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The effective usage of biomass is enabled, and formation gas comprising high concentration of hydrogen is provided. The biomass is gasified easily using the heat energy of the high temperature water vapor. The temperature reduction or heat loss of formation gas is suppressed, and thereby the reduction of reaction rate is prevented. The gasification reaction is performed continuously using the continuously produced water vapor. The gasifier is installed easily. The methanol is formed in large amounts inexpensively using the high hydrogen concentration gas obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) gasifier which has biomass supply unit, oxygen supply unit and water vapor supply unit;    (2) manufacture of methanol which involves using formation gas (2) obtained by biomass gasification, for producing methanol; and    (3) methanol manufacturing apparatus which has methanol synthesis unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows outline block diagram of the gasifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Biomass (1)    Formation gas (2)    Water (3)    Water vapor (4)    Oxygen (5)    Pipings (14a,14b)
NOVELTY - Apparatus for producing hydrogen comprises reformer for converting hydrocarbon gas and water into hydrogen, further reformer products and heat exchangers arranged between catalyst stages. The flow of hydrogen and reformer products is radially directed with falling temperature profile within catalyst stages. The heat exchangers are arranged in annular chambers formed between the catalyst stages.    USE - Used in the operation of fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus is compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Apparatus for producing hydrogen comprises a reformer (1) for converting hydrocarbon gas and water into hydrogen and further reformer products; and heat exchangers (7,8,9) arranged between catalyst stages. The flow of hydrogen and the further reformer products is radially directed with a falling temperature profile within the catalyst stages (2,3,4). The heat exchangers are arranged in annular chambers (10,11,12) formed between the catalyst stages.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section through the apparatus.    Reformer (1)    Catalyst stages (2, 3, 4)    Heat exchangers (7, 8, 9)    Annular chambers (10, 11, 12)    Cylindrical housing (17)    Cover (18)    Base (19)
NOVELTY - Using vegetable and other compostible waste, comprising packaging the waste in sack type containers made of a compostible material, shredding the waste together with the containers, and then composting or burning (for purposes of power generation, for example) the shredded material.    USE - For use of vegetable and other compostible waste.    ADVANTAGE - Use of the waste takes place in a simple and effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for implementation of the method. It comprises a container made of a material which can be composted, possesses a sufficient wet strength, and contains no substances contaminating the environment.
NOVELTY - A small-scale reactor continually generates methane from the fermentation of household organic refuse. The reactor is a gas-tight assembly into which refuse is introduced especially by a gas-tight tube with a helical feed core.    USE - Small scale methane generator for household use.    ADVANTAGE - The methane generator is suitable for continuous operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows (top) the refuse feed arrangement and (bottom) the discharge arrangement for fermented residues (Drawing includes non English- language text).    filling hopper (1)    back-flow prevention flap (2)    perforated base sidewalls (3)    discharge of fermented residues (4)
NOVELTY - A microwave exciting process for preparing hydrogen from methane features that the raw methane is stayed in reaction region for 1-10 seconds, the substance which easily discharges under the excitation of electromagnetic field is arranged in the reaction region, and the reaction region is radiated by continuous or pulse microwaves to make the substance discharge, which can generate plasma to crack methane, so obtaining hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - Its advantages are high transform rate of methane, easy control, high safety and high purity of hydrogen.
NOVELTY - A variable-pressure adsorption process features that an activated carbon with high specific surface area is used as adsorbent to separate methane from nitrogen in their mixture at ordinary temperature and under 1.0 MPa.    ADVANTAGE - Its advantages are low energy consumption and low cost.
NOVELTY - Crop straw as material is collected, sorted and cut when it is fresh, dried, further crushed, mixed in certain proportion to produce the mixed fermenting marsh gas material. The marsh gas material is suitable for use in various fermenting pond of different form.
NOVELTY - A zigzag flow field includes a single loop with minimum channel spacing on one end and maximum spacing at the other end and gas flows primarily through the channel and also over the land of the diffuser/current collector. The flow field is formed as a serpentine channel and the angles between the major segments of the channel are varied monotonically with the distance from the inlet.    USE - Distribution of fluids or their active components to and from target areas in electrochemical fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a zigzag serpentine flow field.
NOVELTY - A cartridge (20) comprises monopolar anode and cathode plates (22,24) and a solid polymer membrane electrode assembly (26), while the anode and cathode plates respectively have flow fields (36,37) to distribute fuel and oxidant. The flow fields have a network of flow channels to distribute the components over the surfaces of the plates.    USE - Generating electrical power using electrochemical fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cartridge    Anode and cathode plates (22,24)    Membrane electrode assembly (26)    Flow fields (36,37)
NOVELTY - Coated plate-like metal object has a coating made from an open electrically conducting layer containing a partially oxidized metal.    USE - Used as a bipolar plate, cooling layer or gas distribution structure of a fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The object can be easily coated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for the production of a coated plate-like metal object comprising depositing an open layer on the object to be coated, and partially oxidizing.    Preferred Features: The coating is electrically conducting in the whole region of degrees of oxidation. The partially oxidized metal is RuOx (where, x = 0-4). The metal object is made from high grade steel.
NOVELTY - Preparation of DDR type zeolite film comprises synthesizing using water and heating raw material containing: (a) 1-adamantane amine; (b) silica; (c) water; and (d) ethylene diamine with DDR type zeolite powder as seed crystals. The molar ratio of (a) to (b) is 0.03-0.4, the molar ratio of (c) to (b) is 20-500, and the molar ratio of (e) to (a) is 5-32.    USE - The film is used to separate gas mixtures.    ADVANTAGE - The film has high mechanical strength and does not have cracks when heated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a gas separation method using the film to separate gas mixtures containing two or more of CO2, H2, O2, N2, methane, n-C4H10, i-C4H10, SF6, C2H6, C2H4, C3H8, C3H6, CO, and NO;    (2) an apparatus used for the gas separation;    (3) a composite comprising a porous substrate and a DDR zeolite layer; and    (4) preparation of the composite.
NOVELTY - A chemical processing device comprises sub-system modules (11A-11C) operable in parallel that execute at least a part of a process.    USE - For conducting chemical processes.    ADVANTAGE - The device is simple and easy to manufacture, and may be modular in nature with a unitized architecture that can afford easy scaling and independent control of integrated micro-reactors processors units.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A chemical processing device comprises sub-system modules operable in parallel that execute at least a part of a process; manifolds (12, 13); and fluid flow controller(s) for controlling the flow of process fluids through the manifold. Each module comprises an elongated reactor chambers to perform a process. It has also first and second ends having apertures for admitting and releasing process fluids. The manifold is connected to one end of each of the modules for conducting a fluid stream(s) between a first one process space and a second one of the process space of each module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an isometric view of a four-module fuel processing device.    Sub-system modules (11A-11C)    Manifolds (12, 13)    Tubes (14-18)
NOVELTY - Production of ground fish meat products from PW (no details) ground fish meat which can be used only in restricted cases unless a protease inhibitor is added, is new.    USE - The method is useful for producing ground fish meat products (claimed).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of ground fish meat products from PW (no details) ground fish meat which can be used only in restricted cases unless a protease inhibitor is added. Protease inhibitor-free ground fish meat products prepared from fish meat containing a protease having such a high activity as making it impossible to produce ground fish meat products unless a protease inhibitor is used. The starting fish meat is a fish meat on which sporozoans are parasitic and thus the protease activity in the muscles is elevated, for example, Pacific whiting and/or Merluccius gayi meat. Salt is rubbed into the starting fish meat and then the meat is denatured with a protein-denaturing agent. Then it is coagulated by heating. In a favorable case, the fish meat is extruded into a solution of a protein-denaturing agent preferably at a temperature lower than the protease activation temperature. More specifically speaking, it is extruded from a nozzle having a diameter of 1 mm or less or a thickness of 1 mm or less to thereby divide into filaments and then coagulated by heating.
NOVELTY - A waste conversion apparatus has a waste tank (22, 24); a single electrode to support a direct current (DC) arc; and alternating current (AC) joule heating electrodes coupled to AC power source, submerged in the melted waste, to maintain waste in a molten state while acting as DC counter electrodes. The single electrode and heating electrodes are coupled to the DC power source.    USE - Used for converting waste by applying DC arc to metal the waste through a single electrode, applying a DC joule heating, and utilizing the heating electrodes as DC counter current electrodes of the arc (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus eliminates the need for a counter direct current electrode, provides for peripheral and radial alternating current flow to neighboring alternating current joule heating electrodes, creates a stirring effect in the molten waste, and simplifies the arc furnace control system while providing a more effective thermal control of the molten waste. It minimizes hazardous gaseous emissions, maximizes conversion rate of solid waste into useful energy, and produces a product stream in a safe and stable form for commercial use or which does not require special hazardous waste considerations for disposal. It requires only one DC arc electrode (26) and electrode control device regardless of the size of the arc furnace, reduces furnace lining damage, and results in cost saving and customer benefit. The heating electrodes can simultaneously act as independent AC joule heating electrodes and DC counter electrodes without electrical interference.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the arc furnace.    Tank (22, 24)    DC arc electrode (26)    AC joule heating electrodes (30A, 30B, 32A, 32B, 34A, 34B)
NOVELTY - Operating a fuel cell comprises oxidizing hydrogen at an anode with an absorbed catalyst that contains a hydrogenase in direct electronic contact with anode.    USE - For operating a fuel cell used to convert the energy of a fuel directly into electrochemical and thermal energy.    ADVANTAGE - The cost of producing the enzymes used in the invention is lower than the cost of platinum catalysts. The cost effectiveness of the enzymes is increased by their production on a large scale, enabling the possibility of much larger scale fuel cell systems, e.g. industrial power plants, to be contemplated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the inventive fuel cell.
NOVELTY - Additive comprises inorganic and/or organic substrate material and factors, immobilized on and/or coated with the substrate, that influence the metabolism and viability of aerobic and/or anaerobic microorganisms participating in biodegradation reactions.    USE - The additive is used in biological sewage treatment, composting or biological purification of air or soil (all claimed). In general, it is useful in biological treatment of waste, especially for stabilizing biological sewage plant and composting.    ADVANTAGE - It is normally very costly to optimize open and partly open biological processes, as normally used for waste treatment. The present additive makes it possible to stabilize the process and keep it constant without costly regulation of other conditions and factors.
NOVELTY - A fluid is treated by exposure to ultraviolet radiation and high-energy ionizing radiation.    USE - The method is for treating fluids e.g. municipal wastewater, municipal drinking water, industrial wastewater, industrial process water, domestic drinking water. The fluids contain particle-associated microorganism (e.g., bacterial, parasites, protozoans and virus).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method allows for complete inactivation of free and particle-associated microorganisms (e.g., bacteria, parasites, protozoa, and viruses), and absorbed contaminants. It includes the use of ultraviolet followed by high energy ionizing radiation, which minimize the total required energy and consequently energy cost. It does not require disintegration and/or removal of particles from the fluid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fluid treatment system comprising a fluid treatment zone comprising first zone comprising ultraviolet source and second zone comprising a high-energy ionizing radiation source.
NOVELTY - Single-cell protein material or its derivative e.g., a homogenized or autolyzed derivative of a single-cell protein material, is used as or in the manufacture of a fish or shellfish feed or feed additive.    USE - The single-cell protein material or its derivative e.g., a homogenized or autolyzed derivative of a single-cell protein material, is used as or in the manufacture of a fish or shellfish feed or feed additive, particularly a liquid feed for shellfish e.g., mussels (claimed), oysters, or scallops which are bred for human consumption and which may be used in fish farming.    ADVANTAGE - The single-cell protein material or its derivative effectively improves (e.g., increases the rate of) detoxification or decontamination of shellfish (especially mussels) contaminated by toxic algae.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of detoxifying shellfish (e.g., mussels), which comprises supplying to the fish a single-cell protein material or its derivative.
NOVELTY - A controller maintains oxygen flow through the cathode chamber, such that an output power capacity of the fuel cell is limited by the amount of oxygen flowed through the fuel cell.    USE - Used for supplying electrical power to electrical loads in residence, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cells are not appreciably damaged by oxygen starvation under electrical load. Is less expensive and provides improved performance and reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system operating method; and    (2) fuel cell system transient load response method.