NOVELTY - Process for extracting bitumen (I) from a matrix including mineral solids comprises: preparing bitumen froth (A); adding a paraffinic solvent (B) to (A) to induce inversion and precipitate asphaltenes (C) from the resultant hydrocarbon phase (D); mixing (A) and (B); and subjecting the mixture to gravity or centrifugal separation to separate substantially all of the water and solids and a substantial portion of (C) from (I).    USE - (I) is used as a feedstock in the production of synthetic crude oil.    ADVANTAGE - The separation enhancing reduces the viscosity of the non-solvated phase of the extraction. The separation enhancing eliminate or mitigate the foaming inherent in the matrix in the process to facilitate solvent recovery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Process for extracting bitumen (I) from a matrix including mineral solids comprises: preparing bitumen froth (A) comprising particulate mineral solids and hydrocarbons dispersed in aqueous lamella in the form of an emulsion; adding a paraffinic solvent (B) to (A) to induce inversion of the emulsion and precipitate asphaltenes (C) from the resultant hydrocarbon phase (D); mixing (A) and (B) for a time to dissolve (B) into (D) to precipitate (C); and subjecting the mixture to gravity or centrifugal separation to separate substantially all of the water and solids and a substantial portion of (C) from (I), where a separation enhancing additive is present in the process.
NOVELTY - A method for producing a floating agent to be used in biocontrol and prevent plants from suffering diseases, comprises providing an antagonistic microorganism for working on a plant, combining the microorganism with an agglutinate material, an inoculating medium and a floating reagent to form an intermediate, and adding an agglomerative reagent to the intermediate to form the floating agent. The floating agent is applied in a hydroponics plant system to allow the agent to contact the plant and release the antagonistic microorganism on the plant to control and prevent a plant disease.
NOVELTY - Multienzyme composition comprising an enzyme complex in which the cellulase:xylanase ratio is 1.0:(3.8-4.2) and cellulase:pectin lyase ratio is 1.0:(1.3-1.7), is new. The composition provides destruction of cellulose components, pectin substances including insoluble protopectin and hemicelluloses of cell and intracell structures of plant raw materials.    USE - The composition is used in biotechnology, in particular production of multienzyme compositions useful in conserving of perennial high-protein grasses.    ADVANTAGE - New composition for conserving of perennial high-protein grasses.
NOVELTY - To provide a fuel manufacturing method capable of treating stably a large quantity of food garbage and increasing added value as agricultural or industrial substitute energy when manufacturing a solid fuel with the food garbage by considering characteristics of easily degradable food garbage containing 85% or more of moisture and consisting of organic matter of high heat value.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Manufacturing heating fuel using food garbage comprises: a collection step of collecting food garbage that is primarily crushed and fermented; an agitation step of mixing and agitating the food garbage to uniformize components of the primarily crushed and fermented food garbage collected from a plurality of places; a mixing step of mixing 20 to 40 wt.% of a fuel manufacturing additive in which coal powder, slaked lime, chaff, yellow soil, zeolite and waste edible oil are mixed in a fixed ratio with 60 to 80 wt.% of the agitated food garbage; a molding step of molding the mixture by injecting the fuel manufacturing additive mixed food garbage into a molding frame; and a drying step of drying the molded mixture at a 130 to 200 deg.C of high temperature atmosphere .
NOVELTY - A solid waste (a) is supplied to a fluid bed gasifier (2), and is thermally decompose-gasified in the fluid bed portion (4). The obtained carbide material is pulverized by disruption movement of the fluid bed, to obtain char (f). The char is gasified in the free board (6) of the fluid bed gasifier by supplying air, oxygen-enriched air, or oxygen. The generated gas (e) is emitted from the upper portion of the free board.    USE - For gasifying and combusting solid waste, such as municipal solid waste, waste plastic, waste fiber reinforced plastic, scrap-car shredder dust, and waste biomass containing sewage sludge, agricultural waste material, forest-product waste material, and industrial waste.    ADVANTAGE - The method economically, easily and safely enables gasification and combustion of solid waste with high thermal efficiency. The exhaust gas amount is decreased. Harmful dioxins are completely decomposed by high-temperature combustion, and the ash content in the waste material is collected as harmless slag which can be used for road surfacing materials. The energy of gas produced by the gasifier, tar, and char is used effectively for ash melting, which eliminates the need for electric power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the gasification-combustion apparatus.    fluid bed gasifier (2)    fluid bed portion (4)    free board (6)    solid waste (a)    generated gas (e)    char (f)
NOVELTY - A fuel (12) contains 30-300 mass parts of an organic substance mixture and sludge, and 100 mass parts of crushed material of tatami mat.    USE - Used in clinker manufacturing equipment.    ADVANTAGE - Glossiness and adhesivity are not produced in the fuel surface even if sludge such as crude oil sludge is contained in large mass ratio. The fuel has favorable handling property during storage and supply through a pipeline. The fuel can be combusted completely before landing within a kiln.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for using the above fuel, which involves supplying the fuel in a kiln (1) through a predetermined pipeline (10) and burning the fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the clinker manufacturing equipment using the fuel.    kiln (1)    preheater (2)    calcination furnace (3)    pipeline (10)    fuel (12)
NOVELTY - Air or inert gas (in vol.%) (1-11) is mixed with natural gas (90-39), liquefied petroleum gas (6-25) and hydrogen gas (3-25) to obtain a mixed gas (100). The components of mixed gas are adjusted to agree with combustion specification of town gas, even after removing hydrogen gas from mixed gas.    USE - As hydrogen mixed town gas.    ADVANTAGE - Wastage of town gas after hydrogen gas extraction is prevented. Hydrogen can be separated easily. Need for installation of large-scale installation such as modifier, is avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of hydrogen mixed town gas; and    (2) town gas supply method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart showing the supply method of hydrogen mixed town gas. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A microwave is irradiated to mixture of carbon dioxide and hydrogen in the presence of catalyst, so that the carbon dioxide is fixed.    USE - For fixation of carbon dioxide used in power station, iron manufacture field, petrochemical industry field, general chemical industry field, for manufacture of methanol and methane.    ADVANTAGE - The fixation reaction of carbon dioxide is accelerated with low energy, and methanol and methane are manufactured from carbon dioxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of a microwave reactor.    reactor (1)    catalyst partition plate (11)    ball filter (12)    catalyst (13)    fiber optic thermometer (14)
NOVELTY - Methane gas obtained by carrying out microorganisms processing of raw waste material, is supplied to a catalytic reaction furnace. High temperature heating is carried out by supplying zero emission technology (ZET) gas flame into the catalytic reaction furnace. Heat exchange is carried out by produced high temperature fusion gas, and hydrogen is collected using a gas barrier film. Therefore, hydrogen gas is manufactured.    USE - The method is useful for the manufacture of hydrogen gas for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides hydrogen gas using waste material and biomass.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen gas manufacturing system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of manufacture of hydrogen gas. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The soil-fungus soil koji comprises microbe, clay and rice bran as main ingredients, and is obtained by fermenting the ingredients using Aspergillus, Mucor, Rhizopus or Hansenula group of yeast fungus.    USE - As soil-fungus fertilizer (claimed) for promoting growth of vegetables, fruit trees and ornamental plants. Also used in paddy-rice cultivation.    ADVANTAGE - The soil-fungus soil koji has excellent fertilizing effect, without adding other chemical herbicide or herbicide. The fertilizer effectively promotes the photocatalytic activity of various plants during cultivation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) soil-fungus fertilizer; and    (2) cultivation method for promoting photocatalytic activity;
NOVELTY - The processing apparatus of urea has a working electrode (12) for effecting a degradation enzyme of urea, and a coating film (20) for covering the working electrode.    USE - The method is useful for processing urea (claimed) contained in wastewater of fermentation industry.    ADVANTAGE - The urea is efficiently processed, without generating ammonia as intermediate product. The deactivation of urease is prevented, and the processing method is steadily carried out for a long period.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing of urea.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of processing apparatus of urea.    Reaction tank (10)    Working electrode (12)    Counter electrode (14)    Coating film (20)    Ammonium carbonate aqueous solution (22)
NOVELTY - An excavating mechanism (2) excavates ground to collect methane hydrate. A heating mechanism (3) thermally decomposes methane hydrate so that methane gas is extracted from decomposed hydrate. A nuclear reactor supplies power to the moving and excavating mechanisms (1,2). A transport pipe (4) transfers methane gas to an offshore base. The heat energy removed from reactor is used as heat source for heating mechanism.    USE - For methane hydrate mining.    ADVANTAGE - The methane hydrate is mined efficiently using the robot. The energy efficiency is improved, by using the heat energy of the nuclear reactor as heat source for heating mechanism. The methane gas is recovered, without supplying external heat.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the robot for methane hydrate mining.    moving mechanism (1)    excavating mechanism (2)    heating mechanism (3)    transport pipe (4)    store room (5)
NOVELTY - A cooling unit (36) cools a pipeline (27) into which mixed fluid containing raw water (64) and source gas (62) flows. The cooling unit is controlled according to fixed gas-hydrate production decomposition balance characteristic according to the combination of raw water and source gas. The temperature of the pipeline is adjusted along the mixed fluid flow direction.    USE - For producing gas hydrate from natural gas, methane gas, carbon dioxide.    ADVANTAGE - The gas hydrate is produced efficiently and compact gas hydrate production apparatus is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Several cooling units are formed along the mixed fluid flow direction of the pipeline. A acquisition unit acquires the present pressure data of mixed fluid flowing through inside of each partial region of the pipeline. A setting unit sets and output the temperature conditions of the mixed fluid based on pressure data and gas-hydrate generation decomposition balanced characteristic. A controller controls the cooling intensity for each partial region by cooling unit, so that present temperature of mixed fluid flowing inside each partial region satisfies temperature conditions based on present temperature data. The temperature conditions of each partial region are conditions which adjust the temperature of mixed fluid with preset low over cooling temperature through inside of each partial region. The internal diameter of the pipeline is reduced towards outflow side from the inflow side, so that the flow rate of mixed fluid flowing through the inside of the pipeline is substantially constant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the gas-hydrate manufacturing apparatus.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    separator (19)    mixer (25)    reaction pipeline (27)    cooling unit (36)    source gas (62)    raw water (64)
NOVELTY - A hydrocarbon compound is modified in a modifier (4) having a combustion portion (4a). Carbon monoxide is removed from the reformed gas containing produced hydrogen as a main component. The reformed gas is contacted with the carbon-monoxide removal catalyst, without contacting air. The contacted reformed gas is then burned in the combustion portion of the modifier, for recovering the catalyst.    USE - In operation of fuel cell power-generating device and operation of hydrogen generator (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple and economical. The need for a gas supply apparatus is eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) operating method of fuel cell power-generating device; and    (2) operating method of hydrogen generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the hydrogen generator using the active recovery method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    original fuel-supply system (1)    de-sulfurizer (2)    modifier (4)    combustion portion (4a)    carbon-monoxide conversion device (5)
NOVELTY - The flat sides of the recombination elements and/or the absorber contains connecting devices. The absorber is arranged within the pipe, where inside diameter of the pipe corresponds to the outside diameter of the absorber. The catalyst together with the shroud surrounded by an absorption material to form catalyst-building group. A parting agent is formed from ceramic material.    USE - Used for the catalytic recombination of hydrogen energy storage and/or energy modifier.    ADVANTAGE - Improved mechanism and efficient.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a recombination mechanism:    Recombination arrangement; (1)    Recombination elements; (2)    Sockets; (3)    Containers; (4)    Support elements. (6)
NOVELTY - A gasification apparatus comprises a primary reactor (7) circuit including a thermal generator for heating a reactor; an input stage for receiving fuel load; an output stage for expelling synthesis gases; and a secondary reactor circuit. The secondary reactor circuit comprises a flow control device (21) for regulating an amount of ozone provided to the reactor.    USE - For gasification (claimed) for treatment of aromatic chains and substances rich in caloric power.    ADVANTAGE - The injection of ozone within the reactor enables reduction in the quantity of nitrites and nitrates owing to the absence of air in the gasification process. The injection of ozone also provides a synthesis gas that features a high concentration of caloric power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The reactor further comprises a toroidal gas circulation chamber (50, 52) disposed around periphery of the reactor and having holes for allowing a flow of gas to the reactor. The apparatus further comprises a valve group at the input stage for providing interception chambers, and a cleaning stage coupled to the output stage of the reactor. The cleaning stage comprises a quenching stage coupled to an alkali reactor for reducing acid content of the expelled synthesis gases.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the reactor.    reactor (7)    flow control device (21)    loading and set off area (27)    toroidal shaped circulation chambers. (50, 52)
NOVELTY - A compound mentos drop pill, which is a medicinal composition having the functions of dispersing cold, relieving pain, treating psychroalgia, arthralgia and traumatic injury. The pill has the advantages of high biological availability, quick-speed medicine release, quick-speed effect, higher medicinal content, accurate quantitative determination, easy administration, low price, and causing no pollution during production. The drop pill is prepared from four Chinese medicinal herbs including stinkweed, Kusnezoff monkshood root, pepper, camphor, and a pharmacutically acceptable carrier as the base material.
NOVELTY - A process for low-temp separation of methane from coal seam gas and concentrating it includes such steps as removing O2, pressurizing, desulfurizing, decarbonizing, drying. Low-temp separation to obtain liquid methane, flowing in the condenser on the tower top for using it as the cold source of condensing reflux, and flowing the evaporated methane through heat exchanger to obtain product. Its purity is 95-99%. Its recovery rate is 95-99%.
NOVELTY - A green rice pesticide comprises botanical pesticide and assistant in the ratio of 1-1.3. The botanical pesticide is produced from 7 kinds of plant material including hemp, sweet wormwood herb and tobacco. The assistant includes emulsifier, turpentine, penetrating promoter, preservative and alcohol solution. The pesticide has high efficiency, is environmentally friendly and leaves no residue.
NOVELTY - A composition contains an additive comprising poly alpha-olefin (PAO) component (in liquid volume% (LV%)) (15-40), a calcium source (25-45) and plant oil(s) (15-60), and a diesel pour point depressant. The additive and the pour point depressant are blended in the ratio (liquid volume parts) of 99:1-90:10.    USE - For enhancing pour point depression (claimed) in biodiesel fuel. The additive composition is used in motor fuels, metal lubricants, cutting fluids for machining and fabrication.    ADVANTAGE - The composition improves combustion performance, reduces harmful emissions from combustion engine when added to engine fuels, and improves lubricant performance when added to metal lubricants.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method of lowering pour point in biodiesel which involves blending above additive into biodiesel;    (2) additive composition which contains above PAO component (0.1-50), calcium source (10-50) and plant oil(s) (0.2-89.9); and    (3) fuel composition which contains above additive (0.002-5) blended with motor fuel (99.998-95).
NOVELTY - A method for controlling the fermentation of a substrate involves determining at least the hydrogen partial pressure (HPP) in the substrate and controlling the fermentation at least on the basis of the measured HPP value, is new.    USE - Especially in biogas fermentations, i.e. fermentation of plants or biogenic industrial or municipal waste to produce a gas consisting mainly of methane (for use in the production of electrical and energy, e.g. using fuel cells), plus a residue useful as fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The HPP value (a combination of the pH value and the redox potential) is a property varying naturally in the course of the fermentation, and has been found to provide effective, time-dependent control of the fermentation process for optimizing the gas yield (e.g. by adjusting the choice of starting materials, the fermentation temperature, the timings and dosages for addition of starting materials and/or the solids content in the fermenter).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for corresponding apparatus for fermentation of a substrate (2), having at least one first measuring cell (11) for determining the HPP in the substrate and at least one control unit (15) for controlling the fermentation at least on the basis of the measured HPP value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of a biogas fermentation plant.    Container (1)    Fermentation substrate (2)    Gas space (3)    First measuring cell, for determining hydrogen partial pressure (11)    Second measuring cell, for determining pH (12)    Third measuring cell, for determining redox value (13)    Control unit, for receiving measurement data (15)    Memory unit (16)    Controlled basic substrate and cosubstrate supplies (20)    Valve or pump for regulating substrate supply (21)
NOVELTY - An apparatus converts biogas into a synthetic gas of good quality that is a low polluting substitute energy by grasping reforming characteristics according to pulse frequency, biogas composition, steam flux ratio, gas flow rate and pulse power fluctuation that are factors influencing on a biogas conversion ratio using simulated biogas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An apparatus for plasma reforming of biogas comprises: a gas introduction part (14) for storing the compressed biogases by compressing various biogases; a plasma reforming reactor (4) in which biogases supplied from the gas introduction part are preheated by a heater (46) such that the biogases are reformed by plasma generated in the plasma reforming reactor; a steam generator (8) for supplying steam to the plasma reforming reactor; and a synthetic gas storage part (15) for storing the moisture removed synthetic gas after removing moisture from synthetic gas produced in the plasma reforming reactor. A power supply unit (5) connected to the plasma reforming reactor is a pulse power supply unit.
NOVELTY - The active charcoal powder is suspended in an aqueous medium containing dissolved or dispersed organic material. Combustible gas is generated by supplying high temperature and high-pressure band continuously to aqueous medium containing suspended charcoal, and performing hydrothermal reaction.    USE - For gasification of organic material such as biomass and production of combustible gas.    ADVANTAGE - The organic material is gasified continuously and efficiently without performing shutdown for cleaning catalyst layer and removing contaminants.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the gasification method of organic material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mixing tank (1)    high pressure feed pump (2)    reactor (3)    back pressure valve (4)    discharge port (5)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus has a modification portion (1), a transformation portion (7) and a temperature detecting portion (5). Portion (5) detects the temperature of shift catalyst. The reference temperature of shift catalyst detected by detection portion according to feed rate of raw material supplied to modification portion is raised to higher temperature according to increase in start count and/or stop count.    USE - For producing hydrogen used in fuel cell system (claimed) and chemical processing plant.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus enables to produce hydrogen with high quality and purity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen production apparatus has a modification portion, a transformation portion and a temperature detecting portion. The modification portion produces a reformed gas using raw material containing hydrogen. The transformation portion removes carbon dioxide contained in reformed gas supplied from modification portion by shift reaction, which is advanced in the presence of shift catalyst. The temperature detection portion detects the temperature of shift catalyst. The reference temperature of shift catalyst detected by detection portion according to feed rate of raw material supplied to modification portion is raised to higher temperature according to increase in start count and/or stop count.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system that includes the hydrogen production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of structure of hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modification portion (1)    raw material supply portion (2)    water supply portion (3)    modification heating portion (4)    temperature detecting portion (5)    transformation portion (7)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen generator is assembled with a flow path having two or more openings, through which a fluid relevant to hydrogen generation flows. Gas (I) and compositionally different gas (II) are injected through the opening(s) in the flow path. The abnormality in the hydrogen generator is determined based on the fluctuation of the concentration of a specific component of gas (I) or (II) in the exhaust gas.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen generator used for fuel cell electric-power-generation system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides hydrogen generator by a rapid and convenient process which involves determination of abnormality by internal leakage after assembling the hydrogen generator and without actually running the hydrogen generator, which prevents malfunctioning. The method is also applicable for testing a hydrogen generator and a fuel cell electric-power-generation system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen generator is assembled with a flow path having two or more openings, through which a fluid relevant to hydrogen generation flows. Gas (I) and compositionally different gas (II) are injected through the opening(s) in the flow path. The presence or absence of an abnormality in the hydrogen generator is determined based on the fluctuation of the concentration of a specific component of gas (I) or (II) in the exhaust gas emitted from the other opening hole used as a discharge port. The hydrogen generator is then processed based on the determination.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of fuel cell electric-power generation system;    (2) abnormality judgment method of hydrogen generator; and    (3) abnormality judgment method of fuel cell electric-power-generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the manufacturing method of hydrogen generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The metal foam is filled with metal particles or its precursor that reacts with water to form hydrogen. The metal foam is then compressed, to obtain porous component.    USE - For forming porous component used as hydrogen generating agent (claimed) in hydrogen generator for supplying hydrogen to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method favorably provides porous component, by increasing the packing density of metal particles in the metal foam. The porous component effectively produces hydrogen without forming carbon dioxide as by-product. Therefore, catalyst poisoning by carbon monoxide is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the porous hydrogen-producing component.
NOVELTY - Recovering (M1) heavy metal from heavy metal-containing plant comprising performing hydrolysis of plant that absorbed heavy metal and recovering pentose and/or hexose, performing alcohol fermentation of the solution recovered from hydrolysis process and containing pentose and hexose, separating and recovering alcohol from the fermented liquor obtained by the fermentation process, and recovering heavy metal from the residual aqueous solution, is new.    USE - (M1) is useful for recovering heavy metal chosen from cadmium, arsenic and lead, from heavy metal-containing plant (claimed), that absorbed heavy metal from e.g. heavy metal contaminated soil and contaminated water.    ADVANTAGE - (M1) enables efficient recovery of heavy metal from heavy metal contaminated plants, and effective utilization of plant biomass. The scattering of heavy metals during the recovery process is prevented.
NOVELTY - The modification catalyst has a catalyst protective layer (2) capable of suppressing passing through of a catalyst poisoning substance to surface. The modification catalyst contains a catalytically active component and a support for supporting active component. A hydrogen rich gas is produced from a raw material containing hydrocarbon using the modification catalyst.    USE - For hydrogen production apparatus used for producing hydrogen for use in fuel cell system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The modification catalyst has high durability and stable catalytic activity for long period of time, and suppresses passing through of catalyst poisoning substance. The deterioration by sulfur compound contained in raw material is suppressed. The fuel cell system has high durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hydrogen production apparatus, which has a modification section having the modification catalyst; and    (2) fuel cell system for generating electric power incorporating the hydrogen production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the modification catalyst particle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    catalyst particle (1)    catalyst protective layer (2)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen-rich reformed gas produced from reformation raw material is passed through an adsorption agent filled layer. Carbon monoxide is removed from the reformed gas and adsorbed to the layer. A calorie gas is passed through the adsorption agent filled layer to which carbon monoxide is adsorbed. Carbon monoxide is desorbed and the adsorption agent is regenerated. Thus, hydrogen gas is produced.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen gas used as energy source for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method economically produces hydrogen gas, since energy efficiency of total installation is improved by adding combustion energy of desorbed carbon monoxide gas to calorie gas. The adsorption agent is regenerated efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining the manufacturing method of hydrogen gas.    raw material tank (1)    modifier (2)    heater (3)    adsorbers (4a,4b)    fuel cell installation (5)
NOVELTY - A pressure container has a cylindrical neck (21A) integrally mounted with a valve mechanism (31). The valve mechanism opens/closes a gas passage (46) for supplying hydrogen gas to pressure container.    USE - For hydrogen flame ionization type gas detector.    ADVANTAGE - The valve mechanism is provided to supply correct amount of hydrogen gas for long time safely.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen flame ionization type gas detector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an expanded sectional view of the valve mechanism in hydrogen gas cylinder.    cylindrical neck (21A)    valve mechanism (31)    cylindrical spring (36)    gas passage (46)    safety valve (50)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production system (1) has raw material supply portion (10), water vapor supply portion (20), hydrogen generation portion (30), oxidation reactor (40), and control portion (50). Portion (30) produces hydrogen-containing gas from raw material and water vapor. Portion (50) determines amount of oxygen-containing gas supplied to rector (40) from feed rate of water vapor and raw material, and temperature of hydrogen-containing gas.    USE - For fuel cell electric power generation system (claimed) used for motor vehicles and industrial apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production system is economical and compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen production system (1) has raw material supply portion (10), water vapor supply portion (20), hydrogen generation portion (30) having at least a modifier (32), selective oxidation reactor (40) and control portion (50). The portion (30) produces hydrogen-containing gas from raw material supplied from portion (10) and water vapor supplied from portion (20). The reactor (40) removes carbon monoxide from hydrogen-containing gas. The portion (50) determines the amount of oxygen-containing gas supplied to rector (40) from feed rate of water vapor and raw material supplied to portion (30), and temperature of hydrogen-containing gas at exit vicinity of portion (30).    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) control of hydrogen production system; and    (2) fuel cell electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of hydrogen production system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production system (1)    raw material supply portion (10)    raw material supply portion (10)    water vapor supply portion (20)    hydrogen generation portion (30)    desulfurizer (31)    modifier (32)    transformer (33)    selective oxidation reactor (40)    oxygen supply portion (41)    control portion (50)
NOVELTY - Reformed gas such as hydrogen is manufactured by carrying out oxidation reaction of hydrocarbon compound containing carbon and hydrogen, water using modification catalyst, in a modifier(s) (1,2). The carbon precipitated is removed from modifier. Heat required for reaction is supplied from a heater (3) to the modifier through a connection portion (5). The connection portion has a conductor connecting the adjacent modifier.    USE - For manufacture of reformed gas e.g. hydrogen used as fuel for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The reformed gas with sufficient energy efficiency is manufactured by effectively using heat produced in regeneration processing of catalyst in one modifier for heating other modifier.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for reformed-gas manufacturing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the reformed-gas manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modifiers (1, 2)    heater (3)    connection portion (5)    thermo meter (6)    fuel gas inlet (8)
NOVELTY - The fuel modifier has raw material vaporization portion (6) for vaporizing a liquid raw material (I) using evaporation tube (9), raw material mixing portion (7) and modification catalyst portion (8) connected with down steam of portion (7). The aperture cross-section of a down stream portion of tube (9) is more than the aperture cross section of upper portion. The portion (7) carries out mixing of raw material (I) and raw material (II).    USE - For supplying fuel gas to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The increase of pressure loss at exit portion vicinity of evaporation tube is suppressed. The carbonization of raw material is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel modifier has a raw material vaporization portion (6) for vaporizing a liquid raw material (I) using an evaporation tube (9), a raw material mixing portion (7) and a modification catalyst portion (8) connected with down steam of portion (7). The aperture cross-section of a down stream portion of tube (9) is more than the aperture cross section of upper portion. The portion (7) is connected with down steam of portion (6), and carries out mixing of raw material (I) and raw material (II). The raw material (II) is a gas raw material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional model of fuel modifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    combustion gas flow path (1)    burner (2)    combustion chamber (3)    fuel piping (4)    raw material modification portion (5)    raw material vaporization portion (6)    raw material mixing portion (7)    modification catalyst portion (8)    evaporation tube (9)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generator produces hydrogen by reacting metal hydride (5) and water in a reactor (1) accommodating a water-absorptive material (7).    USE - For generating hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell system (claimed) used as power source.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generator stably enables the generation of hydrogen, and is compact. The reaction rate of metal hydride and water is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional perspective view of reactor of hydrogen generator.    reactor (1)    hydrogen pipe (2)    interconnecting tube (3)    supply port (4)    metal hydride (5)    metal plate (6)    super-absorbent polymer (water absorptive material) (7)
NOVELTY - A strainer (11) is mounted in a waste-water tank (12). An injection tube (19) supplies constant amount of decomposition agent from a storage tank (18). A supply tube (17) supplies fresh water into a process chamber (1) of organic matter. An electric-control board (25) controls rotation speed, normal and reverse rotation time of a stirring blade (3) in the stirring shaft (4) and supply amount of fresh water.    USE - For processing organic waste such as bone of fish, shell of eggs and crab into fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The need for a deodorization device, a chain and sprocket for stirring mechanism are eliminated. The size and cost of the processing apparatus are reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the processing mechanism. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    process chamber (1)    stirring blade (3)    stirring shaft (4)    strainer (11)    waste-water tank (12)    supply tube (17)    storage tank (18)    injection tube (19)    electric-control board (25)
NOVELTY - Battery and electrolyzer, comprises microorganism-carrying porous working electrode (1) having electroconductivity, counter electrode (2) contacting an oxidizing substance, and an ejection unit at both the working and counter electrodes, where a liquid and/or gas is supplied to each of the ion permeable membrane (3) pinched to support between the working and counter electrodes.    USE - For performing hydrogen sulfide processing (desulfurization), organic waste water processing, removing nitrogen component in to-be-processed liquid, as output device of fuel cell, as a detector for monitoring each chemical species, for removing organic component e.g. nitrogen component and BOD component, and bio-deodorizing.    ADVANTAGE - Enables rapid and efficient processing of organic waste water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method for water treatment;    (2) method for electrolysis processing; and    (3) method for biological water treatment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional drawing of hydrogen sulfide fuel cell.    microorganisms containing porous electrode (1)    counter electrode (2)    diaphragms (cation exchange membrane (3)    graphite partition plate (4)    battery active material or electrolyzed substance containing gas or liquid (7)
NOVELTY - Manufacture of hydrogen product (23) involves chemically reacting a substance (21) to which hydrogen is provided and reducing substance (22) which decomposes by chemical reaction, in a reaction tank (2).    USE - For manufacturing iodide such as hydroiodide.    ADVANTAGE - Manufacture of hydrogen product in high concentration is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen product manufacturing apparatus. The apparatus is equipped with reaction tank in which substances (21,22) are chemically reacted, exhaust pipe provided at upper portion of reaction tank for exhausting gas which change from reducing substance, and a storage container for storing aqueous solution containing hydrogen product which changed from substance (21).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of hydrogen product manufacturing apparatus.    reaction tank (2)    storage tank (7)    substance to which hydrogen is provided (21)    reducing substance (22)    hydrogen product (23)
NOVELTY - The catalyst structure is formed by coating catalyst material to surface of support (6) by gas flow sputtering method. Also claimed is hydrogen storage.    USE - For storing and generating hydrogen (both claimed) used for fuel cell for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst structure has excellent hydrogen storage and generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hydrogen storage method which involves using the catalyst structure and aromatic hydrocarbon; and    (2) generation of hydrogen which involves using the catalyst structure hydrogenated derivative of aromatic hydrocarbon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of gas flow sputtering apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    sputtering gas inlet (1)    DC power supply (2)    anode (3)    cathode (4)    target (5)    support (6)
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a process for preparing diesel fuel through biological catalyzed high acid value oil ester interchange which comprises, using alkaline substance such as trishydroxy methylamino methane as addition agent, subjecting high acid value oil as raw material to ester exchange reaction with short-chain fatty acid ester at the presence of biological enzyme catalysis, separating the reaction product to obtain end product of biological diesel.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to an oxy hydrogen hydrocarbon mixture gas generator that is made up of electro-bath and evaporator. The electro-bath includes electrolyzing jar, conductive fluid pumping compounding pipe, filter, and circulating pump. The electrolyzing jar adopts multilayer concentric barrel covering structure, remains side wall clearance and setting through hole on the wall of middle barreland inner barrel. The evaporator is made up of condenser tube, vent-pipe, condensing water buffer, and automatic heat compensation device. The oxy hydrogen gas generated from electrolyzing jar is sent to evaporator to bubble and gasify and fully modify. The dry gas would be output to backfire-block machine for using for user. The invention decreases plate corruption, increases the use life of device and work efficiency. It also conquers the disadvantage of spraying liquid from muzzle.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to the field of gas detecting technology. The methane concentration detecting method includes using light source in certain spectrum range and resonance cavity with two high reflectivity inner surfaces; detecting the light from the light source and through the detected gas and the resonance cavity; regulating the length of the resonance cavity to detect the maximum light strength and the minimum light strength; and calculating the methane concentration with the formula. The detecting device includes LED light source, collimating lens, converging lens, Fabry-Perotetalon, detection system, computer, and signal generator. The present invention has low cost, convenient optical path collimation and high sensitivity.
NOVELTY - Production of methanol (A), comprises: providing a fuel gas stream (I) comprising hydrogen (H), carbon monoxide (CO) and methane (M); contacting (I) with a catalyst to get a product stream (II) comprising (A), (CO), (H) and (M); treating (II) to give a product stream (IIa) comprising (A) and a process stream (IIb) comprising (CO), (H) and (M); contacting (IIb) with a catalyst to produce additional (H); and separating (H) and recycling.    USE - The process is useful for the production of (A) (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) is used directly as separated from the autothermal cracking product stream without any further treatment (claimed). The process does not require the removal of methane from (I) prior to feeding to the methanol synthesis catalyst. The process is economic and increases the efficiency of (CO) conversion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of methanol (A), comprises: providing a fuel gas stream (I) comprising hydrogen (20-50 mol.%), carbon monoxide (20-50 mol.%) and methane (20-50 mol.%) (where, (I) is separated from a product stream obtained from a process of autothermal cracking of paraffinic hydrocarbons with oxygen in the presence of a catalyst capable of supporting combustion beyond the fuel rich limit of flammability); contacting (I) with a catalyst to convert synthesis gas into methanol at a pressure of 50-125 bar, to produce a product stream (II) comprising methanol, carbon monoxide, hydrogen and methane; treating (II) to separate a product stream (IIa) comprising methanol and a process stream (IIb) comprising carbon monoxide, hydrogen and methane; contacting (IIb) with a water-gas shift catalyst to convert at least some of the carbon monoxide to produce additional hydrogen; and separating at least a portion of the hydrogen and recycling it to the step of contacting (I) with a catalyst.
NOVELTY - Co-producing hydrocarbons boiling in the diesel range and olefins involves: reforming a methane-containing stream producing first reactant stream (S1); reacting (S1) in the Fischer-Tropsch reactor producing a product stream (S2); treating (S2) producing first and second product streams; feeding to ATC producing a product stream (S3); separating a second reactant stream (S4) of synthesis gas and olefins; g) feeding (S4) to the reformer/FT reactor.    USE - For co-production of olefins and GTL products (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The economics of the ATC processes are relatively less sensitive to the scale of the process, hence ATC is operated economically at relatively small scale.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Co-producing product streams comprising hydrocarbons boiling in the diesel range and olefins respectively involves: a) providing a Gas-to-Liquids (GTL) process comprising a reforming reactor and a Fischer-Tropsch (FT) reactor, and an autothermal cracking (ATC) process; b) reforming a methane-containing feed stream in the reforming reactor to produce a first reactant stream (S1) comprising synthesis gas; c) reacting (S1) in the FT reactor to produce a product stream (S2) comprising hydrocarbons; d) treating (S2) to produce a first product stream comprising ethane and propane, and a second product stream comprising hydrocarbons boiling in the diesel range; e) feeding the first product stream to the autothermal cracking process by reacting with a molecular oxygen containing gas in the presence of a catalyst to produce a product stream (S3) comprising olefins and synthesis gas, (f) treating (S3) to separate a second reactant stream (S4) comprising synthesis gas and a product stream comprising olefins; and g) feeding (S4) to the reformer of step (b) or to the FT reactor of step (c). The autothermal cracking process shares process(es) facilities with the GTL process.
NOVELTY - Dehydration of gases involves absorbing water vapour by a hygroscopic liquid containing at least one of 2-8C glycols and an additive capable of forming a minimum type azeotrope with water; distilling the glycol/water/additive mixture to obtain a top product comprising the additive/water azeotropic mixture and a bottom product comprising hygroscopic absorption liquid of glycol and additive; and recycling the hygroscopic absorption liquid to the absorption stage.    USE - For dehydration of gases (e.g. natural gas (claimed) and refinery gas).    ADVANTAGE - The process offers greater efficiency in removing water from the gases, compared to the process of the prior art; does not emit pollutants present in the gases; can prevent the formation of ice and/or hydrates; and reduces the phenomenon of corrosion in the pipes, valves and devices during the transportation, storage and use of gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Dehydration of gases involves:    (A) absorbing water vapour by a hygroscopic liquid containing at least one of 2-8C glycols and an additive capable of forming a minimum type azeotrope with water, selected from aliphatic alcohols with 5 - 8 carbon atoms or their mixtures and cumene (isopropylbenzene), with a glycol/water vapour molar ratio of 6.5 - 65;    (B) distilling the glycol/water/additive mixture to obtain a top product comprising the additive/water azeotropic mixture and a bottom product comprising glycol and additive;    (C) recycling the distillation bottom product (hygroscopic absorption liquid) to the absorption stage; and    (D) separating, in a at least two phase separator, the distillation top product which separates into one phase containing the additive, recycled to distillation, and one phase containing water, discharged outside the plant.
NOVELTY - Converting organic material (I) into fuel (II) comprises mixing (I) with at least one flammable material while adding binder to produce a mixture; and pressing the mixture to form hard, relatively brittle agglomerates, to convert (I) into (II).    USE - Used for converting organic material into fuel, which is useful in a pulverized coal power plant (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process provides fuel from organic material (domestic refuse) (claimed). The process is easy, inexpensive and time-effective. The process is applicable not only to the fuel fraction of domestic refuse, but also to organic material from other sources such as wood residues.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an installation for converting (I) into (II), comprising a device for mixing (I) with at least one flammable material while adding binder; and a device for pressing the mixture to form hard, relatively brittle agglomerates.
NOVELTY - An isolated nucleic acid sequence comprising 5001, 3265, 2636, or 2421 bp (SEQ ID NOS: 1, 3, 7, or 9) is new.    USE - The sequences and process are useful in photosynthetic process for hydrogen production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a hydrogenase having a sequence comprising 448, 497, or 436 amino acids (SEQ ID NOS: 4-6);    (2) a cell comprising an isolated nucleic acid sequence encoding a protein comprising SEQ ID NOS: 4 or 6; and    (3) a photosynthetic process for hydrogen production.
NOVELTY - A plasma reformer has a turbulent heating zone (35) containing microporous articulated material, a reaction chamber, an energy retaining zone (27), and a low-thermal conductive material. The reaction chamber has an emitter electrode unit (10), an inner lateral wall containing a collector electrode unit (20), and an electric circuit. The energy retaining zone contains microporous articulated material, and is provided at the downstream side of the reaction chamber.    USE - Used for the chemical reforming of gaseous mixture of water and hydrocarbon fuel and producing hydrogen used as a fuel for fuel cells used for power generation and transportation.    ADVANTAGE - The reformer efficiently and economically enables the production of hydrogen using a reduced amount of fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The plasma reformer has a turbulent heating zone (35) containing microporous articulated material having an impervious ceramic wall (28) laterally bounding the material, a reaction chamber provided at the downstream side of the heating zone, an energy retaining zone (27), and a low-thermal conductive material surrounding the energy retaining zone. The reaction chamber has an emitter electrode unit (10) attached to the ceramic wall, an inner lateral wall containing a collector electrode unit (20), and an electric circuit maintained between the emitter electrode unit and the collector electrode unit. The energy retaining zone contains microporous articulated material, and is provided at the downstream side of the reaction chamber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an elevational cross-sectional view of a plasma reformer.    emitter electrode (10)    filter (15)    collector electrode (20)    energy retaining zone (27)    ceramic outer wall (28)    turbulent heating zone (35)
NOVELTY - Processing biomass comprises that the biomass is mixed with sewage sludge in a digester, and a methane fermentation process is carried out.    USE - For processing biomass such as coffee powder, used tea leaves, fruit juice residue, beer lees, bean curd lees and shochu liquor dregs.    ADVANTAGE - The biomass is easily and economically processed with high efficiency, by consuming less amount of energy. Methane gas is effectively recovered at the time of methane fermentation process, and utilized as fuel.
NOVELTY - A methane fermentation apparatus (3) has a sludge precipitophore (32) arranged in a methane-fermentation tank (31), and an upward-flow anaerobic sludge floor in which organic waste is circulated and processed, where a separation region (B) and reaction zone (A), are formed above and below the precipitophore, respectively, and (A) and (B) are enlarged/reduced by raising/lowering the precipitophore.    USE - For performing methane fermentation and anaerobic treatment (claimed) of organic waste in sludge, and producing methane gas from sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus efficiently enables methane fermentation of sludge with high solid-liquid separation ability, by increasing growth of methane bacterium, inflow of sludge and removal amount of water-soluble organic substance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A methane fermentation apparatus (3) has a sludge precipitophore (32) arranged in a methane-fermentation tank (31), and an upward-flow anaerobic sludge floor in which organic waste is circulated along the upward direction and processed. A separation region (B) which separates sludge-treated water production gas and a reaction zone (A) in which a biological sludge floor is formed, are formed above and below the sludge precipitophore, respectively. The reaction zone and separation region are enlarged/reduced by raising/lowering the sludge precipitophore.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an anaerobic-treatment apparatus; and    (2) an anaerobic-treatment method .    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the methane-fermentation apparatus.    methane-fermentation apparatus (3)    methane-fermentation tank (31)    sludge precipitophore (32)    reaction zone (A)    separation region (B)
NOVELTY - Decomposing of an organic substance comprises that water flow is made to float an organic substance, an ultra-fine substance is made into a micron level mechanically in the water flow, a plant chip (C) and/or sawdust as a microbial bed in which microorganisms such as ferment microbes inhabit is supplied, and the super fine organic substance is decomposed using the microorganisms.    USE - For performing decompose-treatment of an organic substance such as foodstuffs residue and sludge generated from food processing, livestock farming, restaurant, hotel, during manufacture of tofu, oil cake and pasture, and domestic waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently and quickly enables decompose treatment of organic substance using microorganism.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Decomposition of an organic substance, comprises that water flow is made to float the organic substance such as foodstuffs residue and sludge. An ultra-fine substance is made into a micron level mechanically by shearing action of high-speed water flow, shock action in flow direction change portion and/or cavitation effect with air in water flow. A plant chip (C) and/or sawdust as a microbial bed in which microorganisms such as ferment microbes inhabit is supplied into a container. A dispersion supply of the water flow containing an ultra-fine organic substance in the container is put into the plant chip and/or sawdust. The super fine organic substance in the water flow is decomposed using microorganisms during supply of the plant chip and/or sawdust into the container.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the decompose-treatment apparatus (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial notch outline elevation view of the section of the decompose-treatment apparatus of organic substance using microorganism.    decompose-treatment apparatus (1)    ultrafine formation apparatuses (10,20,30)    plant chip (C)
NOVELTY - Direct anaerobic treatment of to-be-processed liquid containing organic waste is carried out in the presence of digestive microorganisms, in an anaerobic digestion tank. The anaerobic digestion tank is a fixed-bed-fluid bed hybrid reactor having a fixed bed support covered with carbon fiber and fluid bed support covered by carbon fiber.    USE - For processing organic waste ejected from home, restaurant, factory and sewage work, used for producing methane used as fuel, and organic fertilizer (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste is efficiently and stably processed using microorganisms. The biodiversity in the anaerobic digestion tank is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for anaerobic digester.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph shows the change of organic material load and the DOC rejection at the time of fixed-bed-fluid bed hybrid (AFFH) reactor driving.
NOVELTY - The methane-fermented material processing apparatus has solid-liquid separation unit (3) to separate liquid component from digestive liquid, nitrification denitrifying unit (4) to nitrify digestive liquid using sulfur absorption liquid as nitrification circulation liquid, and desulfurizing unit (2) to desulfurize sulfur component from digestion gas using sulfur absorption liquid by gas-liquid contact of denitrified water.    USE - For processing methane-fermented material and forming biogas.    ADVANTAGE - The processing apparatus processes methane-fermented material efficiently, systematically and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for methane-fermented material processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the systematic diagram illustrating the structure and process of methane-fermented material processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane fermentation tank (1)    desulfurizing unit (2)    solid-liquid separation unit (3)    nitrification denitrifying processing unit (4)
NOVELTY - Raw refuse disposal machine comprises cylindrical unit (13) installed in raw garbage accommodating treatment tank (10) such that cylinder bottom end is opened, holes arranged in surrounding wall (13a), stirring screw (12), corkscrew shaped stirring unit (12b), stopper (12d), induction unit (13b) having one opened portion provided at bottom end of the cylindrical unit and auxiliary stirring unit (12c) arranged in row.    USE - For fermentation processing and composting raw garbage such as leftover food disposed from office, home, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The raw refuse-disposal machine enables to grind discarded raw garbage in short time and perform composting by fermentation processing efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Raw refuse disposal machine (10) comprises treatment tank (1) for accommodating raw garbage, cylindrical unit (13) installed in the treatment tank such that the bottom end of the cylinder is opened, and holes arranged in the surrounding wall (13a). The machine is further equipped with stirring screw (12) which is supported such that it rotates inside cylindrical-unit, and has a corkscrew shaped stirring unit (12b). A stopper (12d) for preventing raise of raw garbage is provided at the top edge of the stirring unit of the stirring screw. An induction unit (13b) of skirt shape having one opened portion is provided at the bottom end of the cylindrical unit. An auxiliary stirring unit (12c) diameter-expanded in the spiral shape along surrounding-wall inner surface of the induction unit (13b) at the bottom end of the stirring unit of stirring screw is arranged in a row.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows notched front view of the raw refuse-disposal machine.    treatment tank (1)    raw refuse disposal machine (10)    stirring screw (12)    corkscrew shaped stirring unit (12b)    auxiliary stirring unit (12c)    stopper (12d)    cylindrical unit (13)    surrounding wall (13a)    induction unit (13b)
NOVELTY - Purifying contaminated soil and polluted water, comprising adding additive comprising one or more of gluconic acid derivatives such as gluconic acid and gluconate, gluconic acid amide, gluconic acid ester and gluconic acid anhydride, to contaminated soil and polluted water, and purifying soil and water contaminated by organic halogen compound, using anaerobic microorganism having degradation activity with respect to organic halogen compound.    USE - The method is used for purifying contaminated soil and polluted water being contaminated by organic halogen compound such as tetrachloroethylene, trichloroethylene and vinyl chloride.    ADVANTAGE - The purification of contaminated soil and polluted water is carried out inexpensively and rapidly at improved efficiency by adding the additive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for additive used in method of purifying contaminated soil and polluted water.
NOVELTY - An organic refuse disposer comprises a detection unit that detects the electric current of a motor (4) driving the stirring blade (3) for grinding and stirring the organic refuse in a treatment tank (1), where a control board (12) judges the locked state of the stirring blade, when the detected electric current value exceeds a predetermined lock judgment value.    USE - For disposing organic refuse such as foodstuffs.    ADVANTAGE - The electric current value of the motor is changed according to a motor-winding temperature rise, with a simple structure, and the number of components for current detection system, is reduced, while performing high-precision lock detection and lock-release detection.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic refuse disposer comprises a detection unit that detects the electric current of a motor (4) driving the stirring blade (3) for grinding and stirring the organic refuse in a treatment tank (1). The control board (12) judges the locked state of the stirring blade, when the detected electric current value exceeds a predetermined lock judgment value. The operation of the blade, is changed, and the lock judgment value is changed according to the operating time of the lock release.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of organic-refuse disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    treatment tank (1)    stirring blade (3)    motor (4)    catalyst heater (7)    control board (12)
NOVELTY - The microbes support sheet (50) has water-degradable sheet (52), which is dismantled easily by water absorption, and microbes support layer (54) containing useful microbes arranged at the surface of water-degradable sheet.    USE - For purifying wastewater (claimed) ejected from kitchen of restaurants.    ADVANTAGE - The microbes support sheet enables efficient and easy purification of oil components contained in wastewater. The method is simple and economical. The sheet can be handled easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for purification of wastewater.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of wastewater purifier.    grease trap apparatus (10)    pre-processing tank (20)    oil separator (30)    post-process tank (40)    microbes support sheet (50)    water-degradable sheet (52)    microbes support layer (54)
NOVELTY - A multilayer film (7) is clamped between counter electrodes (6) arranged with respect to hydrogen pole (5). Hydrogen sensor (1) is installed in the contact area of counter electrode or hydrogen pole. A proton conductor (2) obtained by introducing proton dissociative group to carbon atom of cluster, is clamped between poles.    USE - For motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen concentration inside battery is measured correctly and quickly without drive environmental conditions by proton conductor, to increase operational efficiency of the fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A porous element is provided at the adjacent area of the outer side of pole and generates diffusion rate limiting of supplied hydrogen. An electromotive force measurement unit measures the electromotive force produced between the poles.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for drive method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen sensor (1)    proton conductor (2)    hydrogen pole (5)    counter electrodes (6)    multilayer film (7)
NOVELTY - The detector system has pressure reduction valve (18), relief valve (19), non-return valve (21) and solenoid valves (17,20,22,25,26). A gas passageway (60) guides leaked gas from valves, to common detector (50).    USE - For fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - By sharing the common detector for pressure reduction valve, relief valve, non-return valve and solenoid valves the gas leakage detector system can detect gas leakage from units other than the fuel cell stack efficiently and reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the gas leak detector system of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (10)    solenoid valves (17,20,22,25,26)    pressure reduction valve (18)    relief valve (19)    non-return valve (21)    gas leak monitoring object component (40)    detector (50)    gas passageway (60)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen separation membrane module system has a hydrogen separation membrane module having hydrogen separation membrane containing metal, an oxygen-containing gas supply unit (A) and an oxygen concentration-decreasing unit (B). The unit (A) supplies oxygen-containing gas to hydrogen separation membrane. The unit (B) reduces oxygen concentration of oxygen-containing gas.    USE - As hydrogen separation membrane module system.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration of hydrogen separation membrane and the contact of oxygen with hydrogen separation membrane are prevented. The residual hydrogen of hydrogen separation membrane is removed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of hydrogen separation membrane module system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel tank (1)    internal combustion engine (2)    selector valve (4)    fuel cell (6)    control portion (7)    electrolyte film (62)
NOVELTY - The water vapor supply apparatus has evaporator (2) for vaporizing water, storage container (1) for storing water supplied to evaporator, water supply unit, and tube (3) for connecting evaporator and storage container. The water supply unit replenishes water when water level in storage container is reduced to water level of evaporator.    USE - For modifier of fuel cell for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The vaporized water is supplied continuously without using expensive flow control apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of water vapor supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    storage container (1)    evaporator (2)    tube (3)    modifier (4)    control apparatus (6)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen sensor (1) has vibrator (2), drive units (3A,3B) for exciting fundamental vibration to vibrator, detection unit (4A) and adsorption film. The unit (4A) detects the physical quantity accompanying vibration of vibrator. The adsorption film has absorption capacity with respect to hydrogen. The drive unit and detection unit are separated. The sensor measures hydrogen concentration based on detected value of physical quantity.    USE - For measuring concentration of hydrogen (claimed) used as fuel in fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen sensor effectively and precisely enables the detection of hydrogen with improved sensitivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) measurement of hydrogen concentration; and    (2) ammonia sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of sensor.    sensor (1)    vibrator (2)    drive units (3A,3B)    detection unit (4A)    lead (15)    lead terminal (16)
NOVELTY - Detecting the purification characteristics and decontamination capacity of a chlorinated organic compound of a plant, involves growing the plant in a growth environment in the presence of remazol brilliant blue R, bromophenol blue or guaiacol.    USE - For detecting the purification characteristics and decontamination capacity of a chlorinated organic compound of the plant (claimed), and for purifying chlorinated organic compounds e.g. dioxins present in incinerated ash, industrial waste, soil, waste industrial water, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple, easy and excellent for detecting the purification characteristics and decontamination capacity of a chlorinated organic compound of the plant.
NOVELTY - A detector (2) detects to-be-detected gas. An electric lead (3) for electrically connecting the detector with circuit (20). A portion of electric lead exposed to to-be-detected gas is sealed by insulation (5a,5b).    USE - For electric-power-generation system such as solid polymer-film type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The corrosion or earth-leakage of electric portion can be prevented reliably by insulation. The durability of gas sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the gas sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Gas sensor (1)    Detector (2)    Electric lead (3)    Retainer board (4)    Insulation (5a,5b)    Circuit (20)
NOVELTY - A voltage lower than minimum applied voltage is applied to the electrolytic cell such that hydrogen gas is generated between electrodes of electrolytic cell, and electrolyte liquid in electrolytic cell is heated.    USE - For heating electrolyte liquid, in hydrogen water manufacturing apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen gas is generated efficiently by the heating method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen water manufacturing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows outline sectional view of hydrogen water manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen water manufacturing apparatus (111)    gas-liquid mixing tank (112)    bath tub (113)    intake pipe (115)    supply pipe (116)
NOVELTY - An organic-refuse processing apparatus having a microorganisms tank (1) to decompose organic refuse by microorganism in presence of oxygen enriched air, and an oxygen-nitrogen content detachment unit (3) to separate oxygen and nitrogen in air, and supply separated oxygen to microorganisms tank, is new.    USE - For processing organic refuse ejected from homes and restaurants.    ADVANTAGE - The organic refuse processing apparatus is compact, processes organic refuse efficiently and economically with minimum amount of catalyst in less time. The apparatus promotes biodegradation process efficiently, and reduces smell of exhaust gas during processing of organic refuse.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the organic refuse processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    microorganism tank (1)    deodorizing unit (2)    oxygen-nitrogen content detachment unit (3)    air pump (4)    flow-path selector valve (5)
NOVELTY - Plastic is decomposed and/or solubilized in a solvent containing a phenolic compound as main component, in the presence of biomass, and processed.    USE - For processing plastic and for producing recycled plastic (claimed) used for laminated sheet, molding material, decorative board, adhesive agent and abrasive.    ADVANTAGE - The plastic is decomposed and/or solubilized in large quantity as high speed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) processing salvaged material of plastic, which contains resin component and/or residue;    (2) recycling of plastic, which involves recycling the processing salvaged material of plastic as plastic raw material; and    (3) recycled plastic.
NOVELTY - Anaerobic fermented liquor having pH of 5.5 or less is contacted with a working electrode (2) having electric potential of more than -0.35 V (silver-silver-chloride electrode potential), or working electrode supported with microorganism, and hydrogen is produced.    USE - The method is useful for the manufacture of hydrogen from biomass, such as organic refuse, sewage sludge, livestock excrements and business organic waste, used as fuel for fuel cell, hydrogen desulfurization of petroleum and solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is efficiently manufactured from biomass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fermenter (1)    Working electrode (2)    Platinum line electrode (3)    Reference pole (4)    Platinum pole for oxidation-reduction potential detection (5)
NOVELTY - A bioprocess for producing hydrogen gas at high rate and yield and in particular to a bioprocess 1w producing hydrogen using a selective microbial strain Enterobacter cloacae lITuBT08. The process comprises subjecting immobilizing Enterobacter cloacae IIT-BT08 to bio reaction on eco- friendly solid matrices and thereby obtaining the hydrogen. The process is eco-friendly as lignocellulosic agro-residues are used as support matrix for generation of pollution free gaseous field. The process is an efficient biological hydrogen production process which would favor high rate/yield of continuous hydrogen production, would be eco-friendly and favor generation of pollution free gaseous fuel. The improved bioprocess does not have the problem of reversion effect even in the absence of selective process and advantageously does not involve the use of hazardous chemicals and is also not energy intensive.
NOVELTY - Fermenter (A) for generation of biogas in which the side walls are assembled from prefabricated wall parts, is new.    USE - The fermenter is used to produce biogas from agricultural waste.    ADVANTAGE - The use of prefabricated wall parts reduces both cost and time required for construction of fermenters and assembly is simplified; typically only 3 days are required, compared with 8 for the conventional method. Also excavation safety is improved; no additional insulation is required to ensure gas/liquid tightness of the inner surface, and the walls are weather resistant.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) prefabricated wall parts, as used in house building, for construction of a fermenter; and    (2) preparing (A) in which at least the side walls are assembled from prefabricated wall parts in which at least one part always has a wall surface of at least 5 m2.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Section through a prefabricated wall part.    Inner wall (1)    Steel reinforcement (2)    Outer wall (3)    Heat insulating layer (4)    Mortar layer (5)    Intermediate space (Z)
NOVELTY - Purification of waste water containing organics such as gasoline, oils or fats involves (A) contacting the waste water in a vessel with a microorganism (-containing substance) which breaks down the organics; (B) allowing the microorganism-containing substance to act on the waste water; and (C) removing the purified water from the vessel.    USE - Purification of waste water containing organics such as gasoline, oils or fats.    ADVANTAGE - The process is simple and economic and prevents the occurrence of floating layers of hardenable fats associated with the use of mechanical separation methods.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus effecting the purification and comprising a vessel (1) for the waste water, an inlet (4) and outlet (3) for the water and a device for introducing the microorganism-containing substance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic vertical cross-section of the water purification apparatus.    purification vessel (1)    water outlet (3)    water inlet (4)    dip tube (5)    carrier bodies (7)    pump. (10)
NOVELTY - A high-efficacy synthetic alcohol-based liquid fuel is proportionally prepared from methanol, acetone, emtrol polyoxyvinylether sulfate, gasoline and water. Its advantages are less environmental pollution, and less damage to human body.
NOVELTY - A gasifying shaped coke for preparing semi-hydrous gas is prepared proportionally from coke powder, peat, weathered coal, dried mud, starch, NaOH, potassium carbonate and polyvinyl alcohol through preparing the solution of sodium humate from weathered coal and NaOH, mixing with others, stirring, stacking for ageing, die pressing and drying.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a biogas generating tank with biogas filtering device comprising a methane-generating pit chamber, a methane exhaust port arranged thereon, and a methane clarifier arranged above the chamber of the methane-generating pit, the top portion of the methane cleaner is in communication with the methane outlet, the methane cleaner is provided with a cleaning pipe and an air guidepipe on the bottom for letting in the methane on the lower portion inside the methane chamber and above the fermentation area.
NOVELTY - An apparatus for preparing synthesis gas comprises an inlet tube 1; an internal 3 and external electrode 4; a quartz tube 5 as reactor body serving as dielectric; a catalyst layer 8 filled in the atmospheric pressure barrier discharge reactor consisting of the quartz tube so as to induce a catalyst reaction; a heating member 9 to heat the catalyst layer; a power supply 6 supplying currents to the electrodes to generate plasma; and an outlet 2.    USE - For preparing synthesis gas from methane and oxygen containing compound using barrier discharge reaction (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - When the synthesis gas is prepared from the methane and the oxygen containing compound using the barrier discharge plasma at the low temperature, it is possible to obtain the same performance as the case using a high temperature catalyst reaction more economically at a time. In particular, it is possible to save the energy by about 35%, compared to the case using the prior heating only.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The Figure shows sectional view showing a synthesis gas preparing apparatus using an atmospheric pressure barrier discharge reaction.    inlet (1)    outlet (2)    internal electrode (3)    external electrode (4)    quartz tube (5)    power supply (6)    catalyst layer (8)    heating member. (9)
NOVELTY - Liquefaction and saccharification of polysaccharide containing biomass having greater than 20 % of a dry matter, comprising enzymatic hydrolysis of biomass; and mixing by a gravity based type of mixing for mechanical processing and/or degradation of biomass, is new.    USE - For liquefaction and saccharification of polysaccharide containing biomass, which is useful in the production of ethanol, lactic acid, bio-gas or feed (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method allows liquefaction and saccharification of polysaccharide containing biomass having dry matter content of greater than 20 (preferably 25-80) %. The process has improved volumetric productivity and reduced cost of down stream processing.
NOVELTY - A treatment machine for treating e.g. purines or industrial waste, comprising a system (6) for carrying out a solids-liquid separation step using an oval filter mesh and cleaning balls (7) for preventing filter blockage, is new.    USE - The system is used for treating purines (mixtures of faeces and urine), especially from pigs or cattle, as well as for treating the end waste from the production of wines, alcohol and oils, e.g. still wash residue or vegetable water. The machine is also suitable for treating certain industrial effluent. The end product is suitable for use as a fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The level of contamination in both the solid and liquid end products is kept to a minimum so that the solid product can be used as a fertilizer and the liquid (water) can be recycled or disposed of. The treatment process is performed automatically and at a relatively low cost. The entire treatment process is carried out in a single machine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A machine for purifying purines or industrial waste which converts this waste into easily disposable solid and liquid products and comprising a pit (1) with a suction pump (2) and level sensor (3) for receiving the waste and supplying it via a pipe (4) to a tank or solids separation device where the liquid is separated from the solids under pressure. This separation device comprises an external casing and an internal filter mesh with an oval shape. Cleaning balls are used to clean the separation device to prevent the mesh from becoming clogged up.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the purine treatment machine.    Purine pit (1)    Suction pump (2)    Level sensor (3)    Purine transfer pipe (4)    Liquid-solids separation device (6)    Cleaning balls (7)    Filter unit (13)    Hydraulic energy generator (14)
NOVELTY - Hydrocarbon feed (10) is subjected to hydro-conversion in a reaction chamber. Conducting reaction is performed in the chamber in presence of solid, liquid or gas phase. Hydrocarbon heavier than methane is partially converted into methane, in slurry and/or ebullated bed mode in the pre-reforming step, to produce hydrogen from methane. The hydrogen produced is partially recycled to hydro-conversion process.    USE - For treating hydrocarbon feed such as atmospheric residue, straight run residue, deasphalted residue, residue from conversion process, crude oil, bitumen extracted from bituminous sand, liquid feed from fixed bed hydro-conversion, liquid feed from ebullated bed heavy feed hydrotreatment process, solvent deasphalted oil, asphalt, hydrocarbon fraction or mixture of hydrocarbon fractions containing light cycle oil, heavy cycle oil, decanted oil, residual fractions from cracking process containing suspensions of catalyst fines and gas oil fractions, gas oil and heavy gas oil cuts from catalytic cracking, aromatic extracts obtained from lubricating oil manufacture and effluent from biomass treatment process, for hydrogen production.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrocarbon residue is processed efficiently, and recycling of effluent fractions is enabled. The hydro-conversion process is carried out with recycled hydrogen, without external supply of natural gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The ebullated bed mode comprises supported catalyst containing at least one metallic element. The catalyst contains molybdenum particles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure having series of ebullated bed hydro-conversion unit and purge gas steam reforming unit for gas derived from hydrogen purifying unit.    hydrocarbon feed (10)    hydro-conversion unit (12)    natural gas (18)    hydrogen purification unit (21)    steam reformer (22)
NOVELTY - An oil source containing triglyceride and primary or secondary alcohol is mixed with 4-8C organic solvent, to form a solution. The triglyceride is reacted with alcohol in presence of lipase to form alkyl ester. The solution does not undergo phase separation throughout the reaction, and glycerol is produced as by-product. The phase separation of alkyl ester is carried out from glycerol after removing solvent and unreacted alcohol by evaporation.    USE - For producing alkyl ester used as diesel fuel, lubricant oil, and chemical intermediate.    ADVANTAGE - High purity alkyl ester is readily and economically produced from oil feedstock by lipase-catalyzed reaction, with minimum inactivation of lipase.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An oil source containing triglyceride and primary or secondary alcohol is mixed with 4-8C organic solvent having heteroatom, to form a solution.    The triglyceride is reacted with primary or secondary alcohol in presence of a lipase to form alkyl ester. The solution does not undergo phase separation throughout the reaction, and glycerol is produced as a by-product. The phase separation of alkyl ester is carried out from glycerol after removing solvent and unreacted alcohol by evaporation.    The organic solvent is pyridine or 4-8C tertiary alcohol, preferably t-butanol, 2-methyl-2-butanol, 2,3-dimethyl-2-butanol, 2-methyl-2-pentanol, 3-methyl-3-pentanol, 3-ethyl-3-pentanol, 2,3-dimethyl-2-pentanol, 2,3-dimethyl-3-pentanol, 2,2,3-trimethyl-3-pentanol, 2-methyl-2-hexanol or 3-methyl-3-hexanol.    The primary or secondary alcohol is 1-18C alcohol. The oil source is plant oil, animal oil or waste grease. The lipase is Candida antarctica lipase, Thermomyces lanuginosa lipase, Pseudomonas fluorescens lipase, Pseudomonas cepacia lipase or Chromobacterium viscosum lipase.
NOVELTY - The invention is pertaining to the physicochemical methods of production of oxygen and hydrogen from water. The device has the cylindrical housing made out of the current-conducting material and used in the capacity of the anode. The upper cover has the axial hole, the conical deepening from the bottom side and the annular groove for arrangement of the upper part of the cylindrical housing. The lower cover has the axial hole and the concentric annular grooves for arrangement of the cylindrical housing and the cylindrical electrodes. The rod-type cathode is inserted into the arrangement by means of the threading through the axial hole of the lower cover. The housing, the upper cover and the lower cover are bolted. The anode and the cathode are connected to the power supply, which generates pulses. The technical result of the invention is reduction of the power input used for production of oxygen and hydrogen from the water.    USE - Chemical industry; devices for production of oxygen and hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The invention ensures reduction of the power input used for production of oxygen and hydrogen from the water.1 dwg, 1 tbl
NOVELTY - Waste material (W) is pyrolytically processed into thermal-decomposition gas (G) and thermal-decomposition residue (D). The carbide material (C) is classified from the residue by a carbonization plant (1). The gas produced in carbonization plant is burned and utilized as heat source for thermal decomposition of waste material. The classified carbide and residue are utilized as fuel in the thermal-power-generation plant.    USE - For effectively using energy of waste materials, such as municipal solid waste.    ADVANTAGE - The method is economical, and provides improved thermal efficiency and electric-power-generation efficiency. Since the combustion exhaust gas is processed by the waste-gas processing facility of the thermal-power-generation plant, waste-gas processing facility and chimney are not required.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Waste material (W) is pyrolytically processed in a reducing atmosphere, to obtain thermal-decomposition gas (G) and thermal-decomposition residue (D) which are then separated. The carbide material (C) is classified from the separated residue by a carbonization plant (1) which is provided next to a thermal-power-generation plant (2) which uses coal as a fuel. The thermal-decomposition gas produced in the carbonization plant is partially burned with a combustion furnace (9) of the carbonization plant and utilized as a heat source for thermal decomposition of waste material. The classified carbide and the thermal-decomposition residue are supplied to the thermal-power-generation plant and utilized as a fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline systematic diagram of the energy-usage system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    carbonization plant (1)    thermal-power-generation plant (2)    combustion furnace (9)    carbide material (C)    thermal-decomposition residue (D)    thermal-decomposition gas (G)    combustion exhaust gas (G')    waste material (W)
NOVELTY - Determining the operating condition of a water treatment plant using composite microorganisms, comprising carrying out the molecular-biological analysis of microbial-population, is new.    USE - The method is used for wastewater treatment, preferably livestock-barn sewage disposal.    ADVANTAGE - The wastewater treatment method is cost-effective. High organic matter, nitrogen and phosphorus can be removed efficiently and thus can be applied to livestock-barn sewage disposal.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) wastewater treatment plant; and    (2) method of treating wastewater.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel cell (4), a steam-producing unit (1) to burn fuel and produce steam, a suction mixing unit (2) to suck source gas and obtain raw material-steam mixture, a modification unit (3) to carry out steam reforming of raw material-steam mixture and produce hydrogen-rich reformed gas, and a control unit (27) to control fuel supply amount to unit (1) and generate required electric power.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system is simple, compact, has high reliability and efficiency and minimum heat loss, and adjusts flow rate of reformed gas automatically according to generated electric power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process flowchart of the fuel cell system.    steam producing unit (1)    suction mixing unit (2)    modification unit (3)    fuel cell (4)    control unit (27)
NOVELTY - The fuel reformer has a fuel modifier (9), a substrate (1) with cavity accommodating the fuel modifier, a cover component (4), a discharge pipe (5b), a supply pipe (5a), and a lead terminal. The fuel modifier has a concave portion (9a) formed in the junction portion of supply pipe and discharge pipe, and the gap of concave portion in front end portion of supply pipe and discharge pipe opening, filled with a jointing material.    USE - For fuel cell system used as power supply of portable apparatus such as mobile telephone, personal digital assistant, notebook personal computer, digital camcorder and digital still camera.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reformer has favorable electric-power generation efficiency and thermal insulation property. The fuel cell system comprising the fuel reformer prevents inflicting burn on the used effectively, and used for a long period of time stably and safely.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel reformer has a fuel modifier (9), a substrate (1) with cavity accommodating the fuel modifier, a cover component (4) attached to the upper surface of substrate, closing the opening of cavity, a discharge pipe (5b) for ejecting reformed gas from fuel modifier to exterior, a supply pipe (5a) for supplying fuel to fuel modifier from exterior, and a lead terminal of power supply penetrating the substrate or cover component. The fuel modifier has a concave portion (9a) formed in the junction portion of supply pipe and discharge pipe, and the gap of concave portion in front end portion of supply pipe and discharge pipe opening, filled with a jointing material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the fuel reformer.    substrate (1)    cover component (4)    supply pipe (5a)    discharge pipe (5b)    fuel modifier (9)    concave portion (9a)
NOVELTY - The metal components contained in the shredder dust are separated and the metal separated shredder dust is heated. The waste-plastic solid fuel is obtained after removal of the chlorine in the chloride-contained in the plastic materials. The shredder dust is compressed in a heating state during dechlorination.    USE - For recycling shredder dust of motor-vehicle components and household electric appliances.    ADVANTAGE - The shredder dust is recycled effectively into the waste-plastic solid fuel. The harmful components contained in the shredder dust is removed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The metal components such as magnetic and non magnetic substances in the shredder dust are separated by an electrostatic attraction in an electrostatic separator (2). The plastic and flammable materials are added separately to the shredder dust before solid fuel formation in a fuel molding unit (4). The ratio of the plastic and flammable materials is set in a ratio corresponding to the desired calorific value. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for shredder-dust recycle apparatus (1) which has a metal scanning tool (8) for identifying the metal components in the shredder dust. The plastic and metal components separated from the shredder dust before solid fuel formation in the fuel molding unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the recycle apparatus of shredder dust. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    recycle apparatus (1)    electrostatic separator (2)    fuel molding unit (4)    dechlorination unit (7)    metal scanning tool (8)
NOVELTY - Methane fermentation processing system (S) comprises digester (1) for fermenting organic waste, digestive liquid processing apparatus (2) for processing digestive liquid ejected from the digester, system for processing organic waste, and energy converter (3) for providing heat energy and electrical energy. The digestive liquid processing apparatus is equipped with heat pump-type evaporator.    USE - For processing organic waste and for producing methane gas.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables efficient and economical organic waste processing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for operation of methane fermentation processing system, which involves increasing the steam amount by restraining electricity required by the digestive liquid processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of methane fermentation processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane fermentation processing system (S)    digester (1)    digestive liquid processing apparatus (2)    energy converter (3)    digestive liquid tank (11)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen fermentation of biomass resources (1) is carried out, and methane fermentation of produced hydrogen fermentation residue (4) is carried out. The obtained methane fermentation residue (7) is processed by freezing and thawing method, and then dehydrated. Processing of biomass resources is enabled.    USE - For processing of biomass resources, such as organic refuse, organic waste, livestock excrement, sewage sludge, wood-land surplus material and feed crop.    ADVANTAGE - The processing of biomass resources is efficiently and economically enabled. The dehydration of methane fermentation residue is efficiently enabled at high dehydration efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for biomass resources processing plant, which has hydrogen fermenter (2) for carrying out hydrogen fermentation of biomass resource, methane fermentation tank (5) for carrying out methane fermentation of hydrogen fermentation residue, water removal device (10) for dehydrating methane fermentation residue, and freeze-thawing apparatus (8) for processing methane fermentation residue.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline flowchart of processing of biomass-resources.    biomass resource (1)    hydrogen fermenter (2)    hydrogen fermentation residue (4)    methane fermentation tank (5)    methane fermentation residue (7)    freeze-thawing apparatus (8)    water removal device (10)
NOVELTY - An aromatic compound (storage and conveyance medium of hydrogen) and gas containing hydrogen are reacted in reactor (I) in the presence of catalyst, and hydrogenated aromatic compound is obtained. The hydrogenated aromatic compound is dehydrogenated in reactor (II). Hydrogen gas utilization is thus carried out. The aromatic compound has sulfur content and nitrogen content each of 100 ppm or less.    USE - For utilizing hydrogen used as fuel source of motor vehicle and energy source for housing.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogenation of aromatic compound and dehydrogenation reaction of hydrogenated aromatic compound is performed at high efficiency, since aromatic compound having low sulfur and nitrogen content is used as storage and conveyance medium of hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The aromatic compound is naphthalene. The hydrogenated aromatic compound has decalin and/or tetralin as main components, preferably decalin.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the one utilization form of hydrogen gas in hydrogen gas utilization method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - n-Hexane extract of stellera chamaejasme and its separated active compounds 1,5-diphenyl-3-hydroxy-1-pentanone (A) and 4-hydroxy-sesquiterpene-propylene-ester (B) are useful as green pesticide, e.g. for killing cabbage worm pest.
NOVELTY - The process for production of hydrogen in unusual ionic media involves electrolysis of water using ionic liquids or salts as electrolytes at ambient temperature. The preferred ionic liquids are those including salts of ammonium, salts of phosphorus, salts of imidazole and those passively correlated for use in a wide range of operational conditions. The final product is of high purity and of low production costs.    USE - To produce hydrogen in unusual ionic media.
NOVELTY - The production of biodiesel using vegetable oils or animal fat and induction by microwaves. Mono-alkyl esters of fatty acids are produced by transesterification or esterification of vegetable oils or animal fats and fatty acids in general by acid, basic or acid/basic catalysis, using energy in the range of microwaves, 2.450 and 915 MHz, by means of microwave generators coupled to reactional cavity.    USE - Biodiesel manufacture.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The process occurs by dissipation of the energy of the microwaves by mechanisms of polarization and electrical conduction, obtained by the high dielectric permittivity of the catalysers.
NOVELTY - Producing (P1) methanol involves heating hydrocarbon containing gas (G1); oxidizing (G1) by an oxygen containing gas (G2) into reactor; supplying a cold hydrocarbon containing gas to the mixture of (G1) and (G2) to inhibit decomposition of formaldehyde produced in the reactor and to provide product stream comprising formaldehyde and methanol; and transferring heat from product stream to heat (G1).    USE - For producing methanol (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus can be used directly on gas and gas condensate deposits, and also at any gas consumer such as power plants, gas distributing and gas reducing stations, chemical production facilities etc. The apparatus is ecologically clean and dose not produces hazardous waste. The waste gases are returned back into the process in the apparatus for gas preparation, with negligible distortion of its operation and quality of gas, and when the apparatus is arranged at gas power plants, the returned gas does not changed its calorimetric content.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an apparatus (A) comprising a reactor; first hydrocarbon containing gas supply unit for supplying (G1) into the reactor; unit for supplying (G2); a second hydrocarbon containing gas supply unit downstream of the first hydrocarbon containing gas supply unit for supplying a cold hydrocarbon containing gas to be directly mixed with a mixture of (G1) and (G2) to produce a product stream comprising formaldehyde and methanol; and heat exchange unit for transferring heat from the product stream to the (G1) supplied by the first supply unit.
NOVELTY - A composition (C1) comprises a supercritical fluid, at least one fluoro species, boric acid, and at least one co-solvent.    USE - For cleaning a semiconductor wafer to remove post-ashing residue from it.    ADVANTAGE - The (super critical fluid's (SCF's) inherently low ability to solubilize polymer and/or post-ash residues is obviated by the presence of the fluoro species, which imparts to the composition the capability to solubilize polar surface residues on the semiconductor wafer, and to increase the etch rates of aqueous as well as non-aqueous solutions. SCF and fluoro species in combination would be an effective cleaning combination for photoresist and post-ashing residues on the semiconductor wafer, since fluoro species exhibit very low solubilities in SCF media, and since it would be expected that the SCF would be such an effective penetrant as to blanket the wafer surface preferentially and produce only a low level, if any, of polymer and/or post-ashing residue from the wafer surface, so that any removal action caused by chemical (etching) attack on the wafer surface would be negligible or energetically disfavored. This however, has been discovered to not be the case. Contrariwise, the combination of SCF and fluoro species has been demonstrated to be an effective cleaning combination having superior ability to remove polymer resist materials as well as post-ash residues from the wafer surface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) cleaning a semiconductor wafer having residue on it involving contacting the semiconductor wafer with (C1); and    (2) a kit comprising, in one or more containers, at least two of the following reagents for forming a cleaning concentrate: at least one fluoro species, boric acid, and optionally at least one co-solvent, where the kit is adapted to form a cleaning concentrate which is suitable for combination with at least supercritical fluid.
NOVELTY - Separating ZE-nepetalactone (A) and EZ-nepetalactone (B) from catnip oil (C), comprises mixing (C) with base to form biphasic mixture (D), stirring to hydrolyze (A) to form ZE-nepetalic acid (E), separating the aqueous phase containing (E) from organic phase containing (B) in (D), and optionally acidifying aqueous phase and adding water immiscible, to azeotropically lactonize (E) in presence of p-toluene sulfonic acid to form (A).    USE - The method is useful for separating (A) and (B) (claimed), where (B) is useful as a cockroach and mosquito repellent.    ADVANTAGE - The method is low cost, environmental friendly and provides large amount of (A) and (B).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method of separating ZE-nepetalactone (A) and EZ-nepetalactone (B) from catnip oil (C), comprises:    (i) mixing (C) dissolved in water immiscible, non-halogenated organic solvent with inorganic base to form a biphasic mixture (D);    (ii) stirring to hydrolyze (A) to form ZE-nepetalic acid (E);    (iii) separating the aqueous phase containing (E) from the organic phase containing (B) in (D); and    (iv) optionally acidifying the aqueous phase (pH 4.5) and adding water immiscible, non-halogenated organic solvent to azeotropically lactonize (E) in the presence of p-toluene sulfonic acid to form (A).
NOVELTY - Invention is meant to be applied for removing petroleum products from industrial waste waters and can be used at enterprises of petroleum, petroleum processing, petrochemical, and has processing industries. Process comprises flotation, biological intensive aeration, biological after-treatment, and fine after-treatment. In biological intensive aeration and biological after-treatment, biocenosis packing utilized is nonwoven polypropylene material with pore size 80-230 microns, cloth thickness 0.30-0.55 mm, and in amount 0.45 to 1.43 g per 1 L water to be treated. Excess biomass is subjected to anaerobic fermentation and 1/3 thereof is used in flotation stage, while the rest is sent to biological treatment of oil slime.    USE - Waste water treatment.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced number of treatment stages, investment and operation expenses, and speeded up treatment process.2 cl, 3 tbl, 9 ex
NOVELTY - A moisture-content sensor comprising a heater (3) provided at a base (2), and a temperature detecting portion (6) provided near the front-end of a rod-shaped projection portion, where the sensor measures the moisture content of detected material in tank, without being influenced by characteristics of detected material, is new.    USE - For organic-material fermentation system (claimed) used for fermenting organic material such as organic refuse, foodstuffs residue and livestock dung.    ADVANTAGE - The moisture-content sensor enables favorable fermentation processing by detecting the moisture content. The organic-material fermentation system reduces generation of bad smell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an organic-material fermentation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial cross-sectional view of the moisture-content sensor.    Sensor main portion (1)    Base (2)    Heater (3)    Flange (4)    Temperature detecting portion (6)
NOVELTY - A bacteria, preferably Pseudomonas sp. FERM P-20141 or its variant, capable of producing fermentation heat above a certain amount even when propagated at a temperature of 10degreesC or less, is new.    USE - For promoting fermentation of organic waste, preferably in low temperature condition, for increasing the temperature of organic waste by 10degreesC or less, and for processing organic waste e.g. livestock excretions.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to efficiently promote fermentation at low temperature conditions and process organic waste having high moisture content.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) living microbe agent, comprising the bacteria; and    (2) method for processing organic waste using the bacteria.
NOVELTY - A cadmium elution inhibitor comprises iron oxide.    USE - For suppressing elution of cadmium from cadmium-containing material such as farmland soil used for cultivating agricultural product (all claimed) such as rice plants, grains, beans, root vegetables and fruit vegetables.    ADVANTAGE - The inhibitor continuously, economically and effectively suppresses elution of cadmium from cadmium-containing material without producing harmful substance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a cadmium elution suppression method, comprising contacting cadmium-containing material and iron oxide; and    (2) cultivation of an agricultural product, comprising preparing reformation soil by contacting farmland soil and iron oxide, and growing agricultural products in reformation soil.
NOVELTY - The combustion exhaust gas from a thermal storage type burner (40) exchange heat with exhaust gas passed through an opening (12-1) of a dividing wall (11) from a convection region (RC).    USE - For use in hydrogen production plant.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal load to radiant heat transfer coil is reduced effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for steam reforming method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the steam reformer.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    steam reformer (1)    dividing wall (11)    opening (12-1)    thermal-storage type burner (40)    convection region (RC)
NOVELTY - The methane fermentation apparatus has a mixing tank (2) for mixing organic refuse, alkali and water to obtain a slurry, a methane fermentation tank (4), a circular flow path (11) for controlling temperature is attached to the methane fermentation tank and circulates digested sludge, and a characteristic adjustment unit of slurry (14) is provided on the circular flow path.    USE - For microbial processing of biomass resources such as organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus effectively and stably processes organic refuse and enables efficient production of biogas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows flow chart depicting methane fermentation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mixing tank (2)    methane fermentation tank (4)    circular flow path (11)    characteristic adjustment unit of slurry (14)
NOVELTY - The apparatus for manufacturing hydrogen water (water dissolved with hydrogen and active hydrogen) contains gas-liquid mixing tank with hydrogen gas supply pipe, water-flow paths (I, II), an electrolytic cell for generating hydrogen gas, a pump and an unit for heating the electrolyte liquid in electrolytic cell using heat of warm water which flows through the mixing tank.    USE - For manufacture of hydrogen water.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus for manufacturing hydrogen water improves decomposition efficiency of water in electrolytic cell, and supplies hydrogen gas efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus (101) for manufacturing hydrogen water (water dissolved with hydrogen and active hydrogen) contains a gas-liquid mixing tank (102) with hydrogen gas supply pipe (117), a water-flow path (I) which injects warm water into the gas-liquid mixing tank, water-flow path (II) which sends out the warm water in gas-liquid mixing tank, an electrolytic cell (116) for generating hydrogen gas, a pump and an unit for heating the electrolyte liquid in electrolytic cell using heat of warm water which flows through the gas-liquid mixing tank. The pump allows warm water to pass through the water-flow paths (I, II) and gas-liquid mixing tank. The hydrogen gas supply pipe supplies hydrogen gas from the electrolytic cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional drawing of the manufacturing apparatus of hydrogen water. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen water manufacturing apparatus (101)    gas-liquid mixing tank (102)    supply pipe (106)    circulation pump (109)    electrolytic cell (116)    hydrogen gas supply pipe (117)
NOVELTY - A polymeric electrolyte film, contains a polymer compound having substituent whose carbon-carbon double bond is bonded with heterocyclic nitrogen atom of polybenzimidazole, and one or more kind of acid.    USE - Used for fuel cell (claimed) used in motor vehicles and for home electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The solid polymer electrolyte film has favorable electric power generation capability at yield temperature of 100-300degreesC under less humidity or at relative humidity of 50% or less.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of polymeric electrolyte film, which involves reacting polymer compound having substituent whose carbon-carbon double bond is bonded with heterocyclic nitrogen atom of polybenzimidazole, polybenzimidazole and molecule having isocyanate group or glycidyl group and carbon-carbon double bond; and    (2) fuel cell equipped with oxygen electrode and fuel electrode, solid-polymer-electrolyte film clamped between the electrodes, oxidizing agent supplying flow board having oxidizing agent flow path formed at oxygen electrode side and fuel supplying flow board having fuel supply path formed at fuel electrode side.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows relation between current density at initial stage and cell voltage. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Method for simplified synthesis of hydrocarbons and arrangement for the execution of procedure in liquid phase comprises larger separation of organic molecules with partial transition in the gaseous phase under condition, where glucose as C-H-O-compounds are used as a carrier activated hydrogen of respectively 2H, and as a substrate for the reduction of the activated hydrogen to hydrocarbons as CH compounds.    USE - The method is useful for simplified synthesis of hydrocarbons and arrangement for the execution of procedure in liquid phase (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple. The technical procedure used to obtain glucose from cellulose, no longer requires like wastepaper, or in preliminary stages and wastes of the production (all claimed). The method requires low machine expenditure and can be accomplished in large-scale preparations. The method is cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method for simplified synthesis of hydrocarbons and arrangement for the execution of procedure in liquid phase (preferably based on biomass without prior thermal decomposition of the biomass) comprises larger separation of organic molecules with partial transition in the gaseous phase under condition, where glucose as C-H-O-compounds (which is obtained directly by photosynthesis or hydrolysis of the cellulose of biomass (preferably ligno celluloses), after their separation of other components of the biomass) are used on one hand as a carrier activated hydrogen of respectively 2H, on the other hand as a substrate for the reduction of the activated hydrogen to hydrocarbons as CH compounds, where decomposition of glucose to activated hydrogen takes place on one hand and the reduction of glucose to hydrocarbons takes place on the other hand, is carried out in coupled reactions in suitable catalysts in liquid phase at moderate temperatures, and depending on the desired product of deficits or surplus of water in the liquid phase are adjusted.
NOVELTY - Fully automatic mechanism integrating marsh gas processing technology includes the following steps: sorting city domestic garbage, crushing into 1-5 mm granule by crushing mill, pouring into whisking pool for whisking, anaerobic fermentation in anaerobic fermentation jar, the marsh gas from the anaerobic fermentation jar is then input into granulated slag separator. Then, the marsh gas sediment is processed into organic fertilizer; the marsh gas liquid is input into mixture pool for circular using; and the marsh gas is stored into plural integrated setting storage tank after filtering by water. After taking gas-water separation, removing H2S by de-vulcanizing pan and CO2 by CO2 volume tank, the marsh gas would be compressed into pressure vessel storing for using.    ADVANTAGE - The invention has a low cost, high output, and no pollution to the environment.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a technology to make biodiesel oil from animal oil or vegetable oil that uses fatty acid, high acid value or neutrality animal oil or vegetable oil as raw material to make diesel oil substitute fuel. It combines esterification, continuous carrying water, methanol rectifying and gasification together to achieve the effect of fast lowering acid and improving the efficiency of esterification reaction. The methanol is circularly used in gas phase and the efficiency would be improved. The steps of esterification reaction include: using primal ester exchanger reaction for raw material, recycling methanol after reaction; then using water vapor to distill refine diesel oil.
NOVELTY - An enzyme liquid treatment for agricultural waste composts, providing a fast-rotting reactive additive which is prepared by mixing bacillus, Aspergillus niger, trichoderma and blue mould proportionally for fermentation, producing composite enzyme liquid, filtering the liquid state fermentation liquid. The liquid can be applied directly at 0.5-1 wt.% of compost raw material at the beginning of composts preparation. The prepared reactive additive contains a large quantity of pectin enzyme and lignocellulose. The additive can facilitate degradation of pectin, hemicellulose and cellulose in one fermentation stage and destruct vegetable cell wall tissue, thus quickening the compost rotting course.
NOVELTY - Process for treating urban domestic refuse by using highly performance composite microorganism preparations, characterized in that inoculated composite microorganism preparations are used for domestic refuse treatment under aerobic dynamic fermentation. The treating process consists of domestic refuse sorting, disintegrating, inoculating highly performance composite microorganism preparation and fermenting under dynamic aerobic condition. The composite micro-organism preparation mainly comprises protein degradation bacterium and cellulose degradation bacterium. The invention has increased refuse fermentation efficiency, shortened fermentation time, reduced cost and economy of energy consumption.
NOVELTY - Wettable fungus spore power with high biological stability is prepared from insecticide fungus spore power (50-70 wt.%) and assistants including carrier (white carbon), wetting disperser chosen from e.g. laurylazepinone, emtrol, epoxyethane and stabilizing protector selected from carboxymethylcellulose, modified starch, methylcellulose and beta-dextrin.
NOVELTY - An excrement treating composite microbe method is that composite microbe, which includes self-cultured bacteria, actinomycetes, saccharomycetes, mycelial fungi, photosynthetic bacteria and nitrobacteria altogether in 322 strains, 122 varieties and 5 families, is used in treating excrement via the steps of culturing, aerobic fermentation decomposing, faculatative fermentation decomposing, anaerobic fermentation decomposing, deposition, filtering, decolorizing, disinfection, etc. to obtain light coffee purified water with chemical oxygen demand (COD) and biological oxygen demand (BOD) lower than 8 mg/L. The obtained water may be used in flushing toilet and agricultural irrigation. The present invention has the features of complete fermentation decomposing, no sludge produced, wide application range, etc.
NOVELTY - A process for preparing biodiesel oil from plant oil and methanol includes such steps as proportionally adding plant oil and methanol into high-pressure reactor, adding solid catalyst, reaction,separating out catalyst, laying aside for layering, distilling the mixture of methanol and methyl ester of fatty acid on upper layer to obtain methyl ester of fatty acid (biodiesel oil ) and distilling the mixture of methanol and glycerine on lower layer to obtain glycerine.
NOVELTY - A method of odorizing fuel gas involves incorporating cycloalkynes optionally in combination with alkynes, or pyrazine and/or sulfur compounds to the fuel gas.    USE - For odorizing fuel gas as fuel gas odorants (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The gas odorants are liquid at room temperature and thus, both the preparation of the odorant composition and mixing them with fuel gas is not critical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A method of odorizing fuel gas involves incorporating cycloalkynes of formula (I) optionally in combination with alkynes of formula HC=?C-C(R2)=CH-R1 (ii), or pyrazine and/or sulfur compounds to the fuel gas.    n=1 - 3;    R1=H, methoxy or ethoxy;    R2=H or methyl.    where (I) is optionally mono- or di-substituted by methyl. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a gas odorant comprising wt.%) (I) (5 - 100, preferably at least 10), (ii) (0 - 95), pyrazine (0 - 10) and sulfur compound (0 - 60).
NOVELTY - Hydrogen is disassociated from a reactant to form hydrogen gas. The pressure of produced hydrogen gas is monitored and compared to a threshold parameter. A signal is generated in response to the pressure, when less than the threshold parameter. Thus, hydrogen gas is manufactured.    USE - For generating hydrogen gas used for producing ammonia, and cooling of electric generators used for powering vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas is economically generated, without requiring external pumps and storage tanks.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen gas generating system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a state transition diagram illustrating the control methodology in degraded modes of operation due to high or low electrochemical cell voltage.
NOVELTY - A white rot fungi 1 NP1158 (FERM P-20061) which is capable of decomposing phenolic compounds, is new.    USE - The fungi is used for purifying environments contaminated with phenolic compounds e.g. nonyl phenol, 4-octyl-phenol, bisphenol F, bisphenol S, and pentachlorophenol (PCP), preferably nonyl phenol, for decomposing other compounds such as dioxins, polychlorinated biphenyls, phthalic esters, benzophenone and diazinone, and for conserving the environment.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to efficiently decompose phenolic compounds, and effectively purify environment contaminated with phenolic compounds, preferably environment contaminated with alkylphenols such as nonyl phenol.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) method for purifying environment containing phenolic compounds; and    (2) an environmental purification agent comprising the culture solution of the white rot fungi and/or the white rot fungi as a main component.
NOVELTY - A gas-hydrate generation apparatus produces gas hydrate (n) by reacting source gas (g) and water (w) within a container (2b). The lower portion of the container forms the gas hydrate generation portion (A) and the upper portion forms the dehydration portion (B). A screw-like brushing apparatus (3) is installed in the container such that it can be rotated freely from gas hydrate generation portion to dehydration portion.    USE - Used as gas-hydrate generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The gas-hydrate generation process is simplified and gas hydrate is produced in high concentration. The requirement of mechanical dehydrators such as centrifuge, filter press and screw press is eliminated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of gas-hydrate generation apparatus.    container (2)    screw-like brushing apparatus (3)    gas hydrate generation portion (A)    dehydration portion (B)    source gas (g)    gas hydrate (n)    water (w)
NOVELTY - A treatment tank (2) decomposes the organic refuse. A stirring unit (4) stirs the processed material in treatment tank. A heating unit (6) heats treatment tank to required temperature. A dust removing unit (14) removes dust adhering to exhaust filter (11) between treatment tank and exhaust channel (8).    USE - For processing organic refuse ejected from home, restaurant and dinning room of various plant.    ADVANTAGE - The clogging of exhaust filter is prevented. The convenient organic-refuse-disposer with small odor emission has stabilized decomposability ability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic-refuse-disposer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    treatment tank (2)    stirring unit (4)    heating unit (6)    temperature sensor (7)    exhaust channel (8)    exhaust filter (11)    dust removing unit (14)
NOVELTY - The organic waste liquid is processed with a rotating support (4) provided with a porous material having immobilized with digestive microbes, in an anaerobic digestion tank (3).    USE - For processing and decomposing organic waste and wastewater ejected from houses, restaurants, factories and sewage works.    ADVANTAGE - The method improves anaerobic digestion of organic waste. The method is simple and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for anaerobic digester.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows explanatory drawing of anaerobic digester of organic waste.    waste material storage tank (1)    raw material pipe (2)    anaerobic digestion tank (3)    rotating carrier (4)    rotary blade (5)
NOVELTY - A dilution gas and a tracer gas for sampling gas flow rate measurement, are introduced to upstream of sonic nozzle. The tracer gas contains a component differing from component of sampling gas. The increase in sampling error is prevented even main component gas composition of sampling gas is changed. The composition and flow rate of sampling gas metered by sonic nozzle are measured.    USE - For sampling gas of fuel cell system, such as solid electrolyte fuel cell system, and for examination of modification conditions, gas leak, measurement of crossover, measurement of gas utilization rate, output, dynamic measurement on temperature fluctuation conditions, and dynamic-behavior analysis of test device.    ADVANTAGE - The gas is sampled with high accuracy in gas component analysis and gas flow rate measurement.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The dilution gas or tracer gas is nitrogen, argon, helium, krypton, xenon and/or sulfur hexafluoride. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for gas sampling apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the gas sampling apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas introduction switching device (1)    inlet port (5)    exit port (6)    pipe line (7)    filter (8)
NOVELTY - Culture apparatus has an incubator for culturing, a drug supplying unit for supplying an unused drug to the incubator, a waste liquid ejecting unit for ejecting unnecessary waste water to the outer region of a heat retention box contained in the incubator, and a culture medium component measurement unit for measuring pH within the incubator based on the unnecessary waste water ejected from the incubator.    USE - As culture apparatus (claimed) for culturing cells.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to perform automated cell culture over long period of time (for several months), to effectively eliminate the risk of contamination, and measure the pH, and the suitable for large scale cell cultivation.
NOVELTY - The defoaming apparatus performs processing of high concentration organic wastewater with activated sludge using oxygen supplied from mid depth layer aerator and/or high concentration oxygen aerator, and eliminates generation of foam by aeration. Also wastewater treatment of waldhof-fermentor system is claimed.    USE - For processing of high concentration organic wastewater (claimed), such as sewage, human waste and foodstuffs waste, such as shochu liquor lees.    ADVANTAGE - The defoaming apparatus efficiently and reliably eliminates generation of foam during processing of high concentration organic wastewater. The processing of organic wastewater is quickly enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing of high concentration organic wastewater.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of defoaming apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    aerator main portion (1)    draft tube (2)    aeration wheel (3)    aeration wheel drive motor (4)    oxygen generator (8)
NOVELTY - Carbon dioxide conversion method involves introducing carbon dioxide gas into a culture (90) of anaerobic microbe, and converting carbon dioxide into methane.    USE - For producing methane useful as energy source.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient and economical conversion of carbon dioxide into methane.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for carbon dioxide converter (100).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of carbon dioxide converter. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    carbon dioxide converter (100)    gas introduction unit (11)    biomass introduction unit (12)    culture (19)    biomass processing apparatus (21)    methane densitometer (41)
NOVELTY - The method involves stabilizing the waste sludge by adequate aeration and drying within the windrows, and optionally composting the stabilized sludge to reduce odor generation. The sludge is dewatered to solid contents of predetermined percent by weight before the stabilization process.    USE - For treating waste materials.    ADVANTAGE - Performs treatment of waste material in an environmentally-safe, low-energy and most efficient manner and produces finish compost in the shortest time.
NOVELTY - Contaminated grounds and waste water treatment device comprises a closed tank having an aggregate and microorganisms, tube for allowing the microorganisms inside the tank under pressure, where the tube plunges inside the closable hopper tank for the intake of the aggregate and is connected by a micro-perforated conduit, where the tank evacuates the microorganisms towards the conduit under pressure and rotary branch for agitation, is new.    USE - Used for purifying water in waste water treatment device and contaminated grounds (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Improved product and reduces the preparation time without affecting the quality. Avoids the insufficient concentration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Contaminated grounds and waste water treatment device comprises a closed tank having an aggregate and microorganisms, tube for allowing the microorganisms inside the tank under pressure, where the tube plunges inside the closable hopper tank for the intake of the aggregate and is connected by a micro-perforated conduit, where the tank evacuates the microorganisms towards the conduit under pressure and rotary branch for agitation. The branch at its distal end has agitating arms, where the agitating arms are radically distributed on the branch, which is equipped with a deflector for the formation of a furrow inside the substrata during the time of rotation.
NOVELTY - Providing a methyl group on an alpha-carbon adjacent to a hydrogenated electron withdrawing group involves reacting a molecule containing the alpha-carbon and an electron withdrawing group with dimethyl ether in presence of an acid catalyst to substitute the methyl group on the alpha-carbon atom; and hydrogenating the electron withdrawing group.    USE - For providing a methyl group on an alpha-carbon adjacent to a hydrogenated electron withdrawing group (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is useful in a refinery operation where there are olefins with low octane number. Methylation with dimethyl ether and hydrogenation of the olefins produces saturated hydrocarbons with methyl branches which have higher octane value.
NOVELTY - Microorganism (A) that includes nucleic acid sequences (B) encoding a prokaryotic acyltransferase (I); a pyruvate decarboxylase (II) and an alcohol dehydrogenase (III).    USE - (A) are used for production of esters (IV) of long-chain fatty acids (optionally (poly)unsaturated) and lower alcohols. (IV) are useful (i) as fuels for internal combustion engines; (ii) as emollients in cosmetics and (iii) as pharmaceuticals (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (A) can produce both of the starting materials required to make esters and can be grown on simple, renewable substrates.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) method for microbial preparation of esters (IV) of long-chain fatty acids (V) with lower alcohols (VI);    (2) a vector that carries the three specified (B); and    (3) a mixture of two or three vectors that together carry the specified (B).
NOVELTY - Methanol oxidation reforming hydrogen making catalyst contains trace noble metal platinum particles on porous cellular ceramic base material with zinc oxide layer with trace palladium.    USE - The catalyst is used for a vehicle-carrying methanol hydrogen making system for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Its preparation method is simple. The controlled reaction temperature is lower. The conversion rate of methanol is up to 100%, the produced mass of hydrogen approaches to its chemical evaluation, and the carbon monoxide content is less than 2.0%.
NOVELTY - An organic waste treatment process involves feeding waste material through organic material digester in controlled manner between inlet and outlet of digester; and treating waste by mechanical and biological activity within digester having elongated cylindrical drum by rotating the drum about a central longitudinal axis of drum, tumbling the material through the drum, and treating the waste material with aerobic bacteria within the drum.    USE - For treatment of refuse and conversion of organic portion of the refuse into compost and/or bio-fuel.    ADVANTAGE - Within the digester, mechanical activity due to tumbling of the waste and biological activity due to aerobic bacteria converts the organic waste material into bio-fuel or compost. All welded joints within the baffle mounting arrangement are protected against any corrosive environment within the digester drum. The support ring gives added reinforcement to the drum at each baffle mounting location. The coating of sacrificial material prevents damage to the baffle plate during operation of the drum.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method further involves controlling the flowing of material between inlet and outlet through baffle plates mounted within the drum; discharging treated material from outlet of digester; and separating the compost from inorganic materials in the treated material. Each baffle plate has an opening for delivering material from one compartment into the next adjustment compartment. Each face of the baffle plate is coated with corrosion resistant material or protected by a sacrificial material such as hardwood or plastic. The drum has support ring extending around the drum in alignment with each baffle plate within the drum.
NOVELTY - Polymeric material and core substance are dissolved or dispersed in high pressure fluid containing supercritical fluid and an added solvent, comprising applying shearing stress of 1 Pa or more, is new. The high pressure fluid containing the polymeric material and core substance is ejected in a poor solvent and subjected to rapid expansion, to obtain composite microparticles of polymeric material and core substance.    USE - For manufacturing composite microparticles of polymeric material and core substance used for catalyst support for fuel cell, foodstuffs, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, micro image element, toner, coating material, and support of filler of separation column for liquid chromatography.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient manufacture of composite microparticles of uniform and favorable nanosize.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an apparatus used for manufacturing composite microparticles of polymeric material and core substance.    cylinder (1)    drying tube (2)    refrigeration unit (3)    filter (4)    pump (5)
NOVELTY - The well comprises biogas containing methane (more than 40%) and carbon dioxide (less than 75%).    USE - Used for storing biogas used for producing energy (claimed) used for peak shaving.    ADVANTAGE - The well enables monitoring of the content of biogas, the removal of biogas at any time and to increase concentration of methane in the stored biogas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an apparatus for maintaining the biogas;    (2) the storage of biogas;    (3) the production of energy from biogas; and    (4) the stimulation of natural gas production from natural gas well.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a deep well.    input (1)    output (2)    tubing head (3)    pressure meter (4)    surface hole (5)
NOVELTY - The chamber has a perforated cylinder that allows contaminated air, flowing in and out through plenum connecting tubes, on a path towards and away from an electron source. The air is fed to small tubes and on a surface of vanes. Lips (22) are formed on tubes positioned on or in vanes which direct gas flowing from a passageway (21) to create a controlled thin layer of uncontaminated air over a set of electron beam exit windows.    USE - Reaction chamber for neutralizing toxic gases with electron beams.    ADVANTAGE - The perforated cylinder smoothens the air flow and uniformly distributes air during its path to and from the electron source. The controlled thin layer of uncontaminated air prevents contaminants that might produce a corrosive compound from attacking the beam window or a compound that might cause deposits on the beam window as to reduce the effects of the electron beam flow through the window.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of treating a gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic diagram of a view of a top cover of reaction chamber volume.    Conduit (12)    Output openings (20)    Passageway (21)    Lips (22)    Inlet pie section (25)
NOVELTY - A gas sensor in gas detection chamber detects a component of the gas. The heater regulator regulates an output of the heater and causes the heater to continue to heat the gas detection chamber when the anomaly detector detects the anomaly of the gas sensor.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The possibility for adhesion of water to the gas sensor is prevented by reducing the relative humidity in the gas detection chamber by heater. The overheating of the gas detection chamber is prevented effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) gas detection method; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates the gas detection apparatus.    casing (11)    exhaust line (15d)
NOVELTY - Reference and regular-use sensing elements (50A,50B) measure concentration of gas continuously and intermittently, respectively. A deterioration determination unit determines whether reference element is deteriorated, by comparing output values of elements. A power controller supplies small amount of electric power to regular-use element throughout waiting periods, during which element stops measuring concentration of gas.    USE - For fuel cell system of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Condensation or adhesion water with the reference sensing element is prevented, so that durability of the reference sensing element is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) gas detection method;    (2) gas sensor control method;    (3) fuel cell system; and    (4) electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the sensing elements of gas detection apparatus.    reference sensing element (50A)    regular-use sensing element (50B)    coil-shaped wires (51a,52a)    temperature compensated element (52)    base (54)
NOVELTY - Production of a hydrogen-rich reformate gas involves autothermal reforming reaction of methanol, water and oxygen at 200 - 600degreesC, in presence of a catalyst to produce a hydrogen-rich reformate gas comprising hydrogen, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. The catalyst comprises platinum (Pt) deposited on a mixture of cerium oxide (CeO2) and zirconium oxide (ZrO2).    USE - In the production of hydrogen-rich reformate gas (claimed), which is useful in polymer electrolyte fuel cell, applicable as a stationary domestic power generation system or in an electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The platinum deposited on cerium oxide-zirconium oxide catalyst has good thermal stability. The reaction has a carbon monoxide concentration of less than 8%, which makes easy for a subsequent water-gas shift reaction to further reduce carbon monoxide concentration to less than 1%.
NOVELTY - Converting carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrogen into methane and water involves: contacting a mixture gas comprising CO, hydrogen, steam and carbon dioxide with platinum-ruthenium/metal oxide catalyst at 150 - 500degreesC, where the catalyst contains platinum (0.1 - 5)% and ruthenium supported on metal oxide carrier (0.1 - 5)% based on the weight of the metal oxide carrier.    USE - For converting carbon monoxide and hydrogen into methane and water (claimed); for methanation of carbon monoxide contained in hydrogen-rich reformate gas useful as fuel for fuel cell, electrolyte fuel cell applied as stationary domestic power generation system and in electric car and polymer electrolyte fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst used in the method effectively reduces concentration of carbon monoxide in the hydrogen-rich reformate. The catalyst is free from the defect of poor operational lifespan of the conventional ruthenium catalyst and has high activity and high selectivity in catalyzing the carbon monoxide methanation reaction thereby reducing the hydrogen loss in the hydrogen-rich reformate gas. The method provides improved conversion rate of carbon monoxide as compared to the conventional method.
NOVELTY - Use of transformer aerobic digestion method to control internal liquid flow, waste stability and optimize recirculation/leachate removal with auxiliary drainage within the waste.    USE - The method is useful to aerobically degrade large volumes of waste (waste pile leachate, liquid industrial waste, sewage, grey water and any other aerobically degradable liquid wastes). The method is useful to facilitate aerobic degradation in a waste pile. The method is useful to transform municipal solid waste (MSW), green waste and construction debris into topsoil or compost (with aerated liquid), which are useful for beneficial purposes in other locations (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method uses processed municipal solid waste (MSW) to cover landfill slopes and supports vegetation, which in turn minimizes leachate generation and facilitates the processing of the waste by plants. The method aerobically degrades large volumes of waste (all claimed). The method is an optimum method that is a convenient and cost effective aerobic degradation process. The systems of the method minimize long-term liability of a landfill or composting facility; and brings aerobic treatment to massive static compost and MSW megafills. The method is inexpensive, drastically improves environmental protection, and is practical. The systems used in the method cost effectively digest the waste in a landfill and works on a small or large scale.
NOVELTY - A methane fermentation apparatus comprises a temperature control unit (20) with a cooling function for regulating the temperature inside the tank (4) into which the methane fermentation is carried out.    USE - For fermenting organic refuses.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature inside the tank is uniform, so that the bacteria do not become extinct. The organic refuse is decomposed efficiently at low cost. Temperature control is performed effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows flow chart of the methane fermentation apparatus.    tank (1)    feed pump (3)    methane fermentation tank (4)    circulation tank (5)    desulfurizing apparatus (6)    gas holder (7)    heat engine (10)    hot water boiler (10a)    absorption refrigeration machine (10b)    absorption cold-warm water apparatus (10c)    temperature control unit (20)
NOVELTY - The methane fermentation apparatus has oxygen analyzer (11) and emergency quick closing valve (12). When the measured value of gas in the oxygen analyzer exceeds the threshold value of gas supply line of a gas holder (7), which stores the biogas for carrying out methane fermentation of the biomass resources in the methane fermentation tank (4), the emergency quick closing valve interrupts the gas supply line.    USE - For processing biogas from biomass resources such as organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus enables safe and stable supply of biogas by processing biomass resources.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows flow chart depicting methane fermentation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane fermentation tank (4)    gas holder (7)    oxygen analyzer (11)    closing valve (12)
NOVELTY - Classifying flow microorganism carrier, by introducing water containing flow microorganism carrier used for waste water treatment to a rectifier, allowing flow of water through rectifier, allowing flow of water through separation apparatus having mesh of specific size that does not allow passage of carrier larger than the mesh size, allowing passage of smaller carrier through recovery unit having mesh that allows passage of small carrier.    USE - For classifying flow microorganism carrier, which is useful for processing organic wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The small carrier can be classified reliably, and large quantity of water can be processed by the rectifier in a short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method of classifying flow microorganism carrier (22), involves introducing the water containing flow microorganism carrier used for waste water treatment to a rectifier, allowing the flow of water through the rectifier (108), allowing the flow of water through a separation apparatus having mesh of specific size, where the mesh does not allow the passage of carrier larger than the mesh size but allows the passage of smaller carrier (22') through the mesh, allowing the passage of smaller carrier through recovery unit having mesh that can allow the passage of small carrier.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a classifier (100) of flow microorganism carrier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows structure of classifier.    biological treatment tank (21)    flow microorganism carrier (22)    small flow microorganism carrier (22')    classifier (100)    rectifier (108)
NOVELTY - Evaluating the product of biomass resources processing, involves inputting data of the product of biomass resources processing, storing the inputted data and adding the data into a database (14), selecting data from the data contained in the database, evaluating the quality of the product of biomass resources processing based on the selected data, and displaying the results of the evaluation process.    USE - For evaluating the product of biomass resources processing and specifying similarity or variation of biomass resources processed product, where the biomass resources are chosen from organic sludge and food-processing residue, forest-products, lifestyle garbage, plant residue, and livestock farming waste material, and the product is chosen from e.g. sewage sludge, bean curd lees, sawdust, garbage and cow dung.    ADVANTAGE - Enables convenient evaluation of the quality of biomass processed products.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) apparatus (D) for evaluating the product of biomass resources processing; and    (2) program for evaluating the product of biomass resources processing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of apparatus for evaluating the product of biomass resources processing. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    apparatus for evaluating the product of biomass resources processing (D)    control unit (10)    storage unit (12)    data base (14)    input unit (16)
NOVELTY - Pressurization-pressing and binding of a granular raw material which contains iron oxide nanoparticles, is carried out, and reduced. Thus, a porous material is manufactured.    USE - For manufacture of porous material (claimed) used as hydrogen generating agent of hydrogen generator for supplying hydrogen to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides porous material having favorable hydrogen generation property and high surface activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for porous material for hydrogen generation.
NOVELTY - The high-pressure hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (1) has single cell (7) comprising solid polymer electrolyte film (2) and power supply components (3,4), and fixing units (14-16) for fixing separators (5,6) on both sides of single cell. Cathode side generates high-pressure hydrogen gas, by electrolyzing water fed to anode side. Fixing unit has pressing stress more than pressure of hydrogen gas obtained in single cell.    USE - For producing high-pressure hydrogen gas.    ADVANTAGE - The high-pressure hydrogen manufacturing apparatus efficiently provides hydrogen gas, which is not transmitted on the anode side.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The high-pressure hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (1) has single cell (7) and fixing units (14-16) for fixing separators (5,6) on both sides of single cell. The single cell comprises a solid polymer electrolyte film (2), a cathode power supply component (3) laminated by both sides of the electrolyte film, and anode power supply component (4). The cathode separator and anode separator are laminated by each power supply component. Water fed to anode side is electrolyzed, by supplying electricity to component (3,4). Cathode side generates high-pressure hydrogen gas. Fixing unit has pressing stress more than pressure of hydrogen gas obtained in single cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory sectional view of the structure of high-pressure-hydrogen manufacturing apparatus.    high-pressure-hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (1)    solid polymer electrolyte film (2)    cathode power supply component (3)    anode power supply component (4)    cathode separator (5)    anode separator (6)    fixing units (14-16)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen is obtained by contacting a non-welded-pyroclastic-rock carbon and a catalyst.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method prevents catalyst poisoning, maintains the catalytic activity, enables repeated usage of the catalyst, and provides improved reaction rate. The method enables efficient manufacture of hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the continuous plant used for manufacturing hydrogen. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mixer (1)    feed screw (2)    outside heat source (3)    fluid bed (4)    water-vapor piping (5)
NOVELTY - A coolant composition contains ternary group mixed media which consists of propane (in wt.%) (50-58), n-butane (29.5-33.5), and isobutane (10-14.5), with respect to total weight of propane, n-butane and isobutane.    USE - For car air-conditioner (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The coolant has excellent capability of global warming, and is safe.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of using coolant composition for car air conditioner.
NOVELTY - Methanol is contacted with catalyst, and decomposed into hydrogen and carbon monoxide. Hydrogen is used as fuel for fuel cell. Carbon monoxide and unused hydrogen in the fuel cell are utilized as fuel for continuous-combustion engine of motor vehicles, by combined effect of temperature and processes. Thus, improvement of utilization efficiency of the fuel is measured.    USE - For measuring improvement of utilization efficiency of fuel e.g. methanol used for fuel cell and continuous-combustion engine such as gas turbine, Stirling engine and Rankine-cycle engine of motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiency measures improvement of the fuel utilization efficiency, without loss of waste gas through modifier.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generation medium comprises truncated spherical form iron particles having a sponge-like structure having pores connecting exterior and interior surfaces of the iron particles. The specific surface area of the iron particles is 100 times or more of external specific surface area calculated from average particle diameter of the particles.    USE - For generating hydrogen used in hydrogen generator for supplying hydrogen to apparatus such as fuel cell, hydrogen burner and analytical instrument.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generation medium has improved hydrogen generation capability, bulk density and reactivity with water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen generation medium.
NOVELTY - The reformer (20) has carbon monoxide decreasing portion (90), cooling unit (80) adjoined and provided at portion (90), and cooling manifold (92) contacted and provided at outer wall of unit (80). Portion (90) decreases carbon monoxide in reformed gas supplied from modification portion (30). Cooling manifold introduces reformed gas to portion (90), cools, and leads out in catalyst portion (91) of portion (90).    USE - For producing hydrogen-rich reformed gas used as fuel for fuel cell, which generates electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The reformer has simple structure and high efficiency, and temperature control of carbon monoxide decreasing portion is appropriately carried out.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The reformer (20) has a carbon monoxide decreasing portion (90), carbon monoxide decreasing portion cooling unit (80) adjoined and provided at the portion (90), and a cooling manifold (92) contacted and provided at outer wall of the unit (80). The portion (90) is equipped with a catalyst portion (91) filled with catalyst (90a). The portion (90) decreases the content of carbon monoxide in reformed gas supplied from modification portion (30), by catalyst. The modification portion generates and leads out reformed gas from a mixed gas of a fuel and water vapor. A low-temperature fluid is circulated in the cooling unit (80), which cools the portion (90) by exchanging heat. The cooling manifold introduces the reformed gas to the portion (90), cools and leads out in the catalyst portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the profile of fuel cell system having the reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reformer (20)    modification portion (30)    carbon monoxide decreasing portion cooling unit (80)    carbon monoxide decreasing portion (90)    catalyst (90a)    catalyst portion (91)    cooling manifold (92)
NOVELTY - Performing fermentation-decomposition disposal of food remaining organic refuse, comprising adjusting the moisture content of food remaining organic refuse to 40-50 % by heating and drying, is new. The dried product is automatically fed into a fermenter and decomposition is performed in presence of microbes and other fermentation-decomposition material to decompose 97 % or more of the refuse.    USE - For performing fermentation-decomposition disposal of food remaining organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient disposal of food remaining organic refuse, and provides an eco-friendly environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Fermentation-decomposition disposal of food remaining organic refuse , comprising:    (a) adjusting moisture content of food remaining organic refuse is adjusted to 40-50 % by heating; and    (b) drying, and decomposing dried product by fermentation.    The dried product is automatically feed into a fermenter and decomposition is performed in presence of microbes and other fermentation-decomposition material to decompose 97 % or more of the refuse. The moisture content in the exhaust gas and unpleasant smell are removed by circulation system through which the exhaust gas is circulated. The exhaust gas generated in drying process and fermentation and decomposition process is collected and reused.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for organic refuse fermentation-decomposition disposal apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of fermentation-decomposition disposal of organic refuse. (Drawing contains non-English language text).    moisture content evaporation and drying process (10)    fermentation-decomposition process (20)    exhaust gas recirculation process (30)
NOVELTY - A fuel comprises ethanol, castor oil (0.58%) and volatile hydrocarbon fractions (325%). The fuel further includes water (120%), and additives such as corrosion inhibitors, combustion enhancers, solubility aids and cold starting promoters. The ethanol is rated at 108 octane.    USE - For two-stroke engines (claimed), particularly for high-performance racing engines, and also for other two-stroke engines such as motor-mowers, chain saws, mopeds, trail bikes and a range of other simple two-stroke applications.    ADVANTAGE - Ethanol creates a significant reduction in charge temperature compared with gasoline and thus, reducing peak temperatures and nitric oxides formation. The fuel has higher octane rating than gasoline karting fuels, permitting the use of increased compression ratios leading to reduced fuel consumption. The flame temperature of ethanol is lower than gasoline. The combination of fuel, lubricant and additives provides two-stroke outboard engines with the capability of meeting environmental standards for use in fresh water lakes and rivers, and the fuel is also suitable for use in other two-stroke engines. The ethanol fuel reduces the temperature of the bottom end bearings, and thus improving the durability and also prolonging the use of air cooled two-stroke engine in karting and in other applications. The addition of water in ethanol fuel reduces the engine temperatures and provides reduction in peak combustion temperatures, nitric oxide formation and elimination of detonation.
NOVELTY - The ventilator is connected to the pipe for circulating the flow of air, and has a power of 5-6 kW. The treated waste is placed in a tubular way and covered with (20-30) centimeters of waste hygienized refining or maturation. The pipette is manufactured by an injection and contains a clip for allowing ands improving the fixing of the pipette to the pipe. The aeraulic slab is constituted by concrete, cast around the pipes and plugs seal the pipettes.    USE - Used for the waste hygienization.    ADVANTAGE - Low cost and improved effectiveness of the waste hygienization.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The pipes and pipettes are spaced at 2 meters and 20 centimeters. The head of each pipette contains threading intended with a threaded plug and the height of the threading is equal to the height of the plug. A regulation device is used to maintain the rate of oxygen and contains a piping for gas recuperation, a suction pump for sucking out the gases, a check valve and an air compressor allowing the purging of the condensate sucked by the pump.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process of waste hygienization.
NOVELTY - Percolate is supplied by percolator system over a drainage mechanism (20) at the soil of the reactor body (2), where the reactor body is mechanically chopped and ventilated after the removal of the fermentation gas, and the gas is removed by suction pumps by applying a suction force on the exhausted fermentation gas.    USE - The method is useful for production of reactor body and fermentation gas from the body (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Low cost, stabilized and improved process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the reactor body:    Reactor body; (2)    Reactor body material; (4)    Discharge material; (6)    Piping system; (8)    Perforated tubing element; (10)    Vertical tubing element; (12)    Drainage mechanism. (20)
NOVELTY - This invention belongs to flow field preparation technique for fuel battery of proton exchange membrane; where, it's a mixed flow field of straight path and S-shaped path; connecting one or more S-shaped paths on the inlet zone with another end connected to straight paths, so to the straight paths.    USE - Mixed flow field for proton exchange membrane fuel battery.    ADVANTAGE - The invention has less resistance and benefits to even allocation for reactant.
NOVELTY - A biological diesel oil is compounded, the pomade is placed into a reactor, a catalyst is made into an alcoholic solution and is added into reactor to form a mixture, and biological diesel oil is obtained after stratification and trashing extraction.    USE - Used for the synthesis of biological diesel oil.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has a good effect on the pomade.
NOVELTY - An isolated polynucleotide encoding a filamentous fungal protein with mannosyl-glycoprotein endo-beta-N-acetylglucosamidase activity, comprising a fully defined sequence comprising 359 amino acids (SEQ ID NO:10) or (SEQ ID NO:12) given in the specification, or a sequence having greater than or equal to 70 % sequence similarity, or encoding a fragment of protein, is new.    USE - The isolated polynucleotide encodes a protein with mannosyl-glycoprotein endo-beta-N-acetylglucosamidase activity, which is used for degradation of organic material during production of bio-fuel (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The endo-N-acetyl-beta-D-glucosaminidase present in the medium of T. reseei could contribute to the accessibility of the peptide part of N- glycosyl proteins. Another possibility is that by releasing discrete oligosaccharides from native N-glycosylproteins excreted by the fungus, endoglycosidases contribute to the generation of a family of distinct signals.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) use of an Endo T deletion strain of a filamentous fungus for the production of an enzyme with an enhanced glycosylation and/or increased stability;    (2) an antibody directed against the polypeptide;    (3) a transgenic cell comprising a foreign DNA comprising the nucleotide sequence;    (4) a yeast cell comprising in its genome the nucleotide sequence under control of a foreign promoter;    (5) production of bio-fuel comprising introducing into a micro-organism a sequence encoding a protein having endo-beta-N-acetylglucosamidase activity, the protein having a sequence with greater than or equal to 70% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence (SEQ ID NO:10) or (SEQ ID NO:12) and/or ensuring over-expression of the protein in the micro-organism; and    (6) a bio-fuel made by degradation of organic material by use of the protein.
NOVELTY - The waste-slurry concentrating apparatus (100) has unit for storing waste slurry (104) generated and removed from animal confinement housing (102), unit for removing portion of dilute waste slurry (110) from slurry (104) to produce removed portion of dilute waste slurry, and unit for selectively evaporating water from removed portion of dilute waste slurry to produce concentrated waste slurry (124).    USE - For producing concentrated waste slurry (claimed) for raising hog, cattle and poultry.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus efficiently produces concentrated waste slurry, and reduces volume of waste to be treated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for concentrating waste slurry generated from animal confinement housing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the apparatus for concentrating waste slurry.    apparatus for concentrating waste slurry (100)    animal confinement housing (102)    waste slurry (104)    dilute waste slurry (110)    concentrated waste slurry (124)
NOVELTY - A cylindrical or spherical movable wall (130) in the flow space (120) separates water and liquid fuel in the flow space. A liquid fuel supplying hole (112) and recovery hole (114) at respective ends of the flow space are coupled with anode and cathode of direct liquid feed fuel cell, respectively.    USE - For direct liquid feed fuel cell e.g. direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC).    ADVANTAGE - Liquid fuel having high energy density can be stored in liquid fuel cartridge without need for using a separate water tank, so that power generation time can be lengthened. The position of moving wall can be detected accurately so that fuel consumption can be monitored.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The flow space (120) has bend regions (122) coupled to the straight line regions (124). The bent region alters the direction of flow space by 60-180degrees. The maximum dimension of a flow channel through a stopper (113) at the liquid fuel supplying hole is smaller than that of the movable wall for separating liquid fuel and water in the flow space. The maximum dimension of the flow channel through a stopper (115) at the recovery hole is smaller than minimum dimension of the movable wall. The specific gravity of the movable wall is 0.8-1.0. The movable wall is made of metallic material. A metal detector (142) detects position of the movable wall. A transparent window (140) is positioned around the liquid fuel supplying hole. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) method for pumping liquid fuel to fuel cell stack; and    (2) direct liquid feed fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the liquid fuel cartridge.    liquid fuel cartridge (110)    liquid fuel supplying hole (112)    stoppers (113,115)    recovery hole (114)    flow space (120)    bend regions of flow space (122)    straight line regions (124)    movable wall (130)    transparent window (140)    metal detector (142)
NOVELTY - Improved process for separating gases using a membrane containing a molecular sieve (I), comprises using as the molecular sieve a boron-containing molecular sieve having the chabazite (CHA) crystal structure and comprising silicon oxide and boron oxide or a combination of boron oxide and aluminum oxide, iron oxide, titanium oxide and/or gallium oxide.    USE - (I) is useful for gas separation (claimed); in catalysts to prepare methylamine or dimethylamine; to convert oxygenates (e.g. methanol) to light olefins; and for the reduction of oxides of nitrogen in a gas stream (e.g. automotive exhaust).    ADVANTAGE - The process provides improved gas separation (claimed).
NOVELTY - A fuel for a fuel cell comprises a mixed solution of water and methanol; and poly-hydroxy compound dissolved in the mixed solution as an antifreeze.    USE - As a fuel for fuel cells (claimed) such as direct methanol fuel cells of active type.    ADVANTAGE - The poly-hydroxy compound when supplied to fuel electrode of the fuel cell avoids poisoning on the catalyst surface. (I) Having higher antifreeze effect due to several hydroxy groups existing in one molecule prevents freezing of fuel cell in a low temperature range (preferably about -30degreesC).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel for a fuel cell comprises a mixed solution of water and methanol; and poly-hydroxy compound of formula (OH)m-R1-R2-(OH)n (I) dissolved in the mixed solution as an antifreeze.    R1 and R2=a radical having indan or indene structure;    m and n=1 - 20.
NOVELTY - A fermented base material contains used mushroom culture medium blended and fermented with microbes such as yeast, filamentous fungi, lactic acid bacteria and/or Bacillus subtilis.    USE - In soil improving material for revival/reclamation of field soil (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fermented base material effectively improves soil fertility and reclaims field soil.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) manufacture of fermented base material, which involves mixing used mushroom culture medium with microbes such as yeast, filamentous fungi, lactic acid bacteria and/or Bacillus subtilis for 1-4 times and ripening for 3 weeks;    (2) soil improvement material containing the above-mentioned base material and fiber containing organic waste;    (3) manufacture of soil improvement material, which involves mixing and ripening fermented base material with fiber containing organic waste;    (4) cultivation soil revival/reclaiming soil, which contains base material, fiber containing organic waste and waste sludge of construction waste soil, water-purification-plant deposition soil, and irrigation holding basin and lakes-and-marshes dredging soil;    (5) manufacture of cultivation soil revival/reclaiming soil, which involves mixing base material, fiber containing organic waste and waste sludge of construction waste soil, water-purification-plant deposition soil and irrigation holding basin and lakes-and-marshes dredging soil and ripening for 3 weeks; and    (6) revival/reclamation of field soil, which involves dispersing the cultivation soil in fields and repeating cultivation for at least 2 times over a period of 3 weeks.
NOVELTY - The biogas purification system comprises de-sulfurizing apparatus (11) for de-sulfurizing biogas generated from methane fermentation tank by sulfur oxidizing bacteria. The gas de-sulfurized by the apparatus is branched from discharge pipeline (13) supplied to gas utilization installation. The system further has biogas inlet tube, circulation piping (25) and circulation blower.    USE - For purifying impurities such as hydrogen sulfide contained in biogas, produced from organic waste treatment, livestock farming excrements, sewage works and industrial wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables easy and economical processing of biogas, by maintaining the microbes in active state. The system effectively prevents emission of sulfur compound.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of biogas purification system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    de-sulfurizing apparatus (11)    biogas introduction piping (12)    discharge pipeline (13)    solenoid valve (18)    circulation piping (25)
NOVELTY - The biogas purification system comprises a living thing desulfurizing apparatus for desulfurizing biogas using sulfur-oxidizing bacteria, open upstream discharge tube connected on blower enables free passage of desulfurized gas, gas circulation system provided with relief valve maintains the pressure of the upstream tube, and pipeline for supplying desulfurized gas from pressure regulation tank to gas utilizing installation    USE - For processing and purifying biogas containing impurities such as hydrogen sulfide produced from organic waste of methane fermentation, livestock farming excrements, sewage works and industrial wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables easy and economical processing of biogas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The biogas purification system comprises a living thing desulfurizing apparatus (11) for desulfurizing biogas produced from the methane fermentation tank using sulfur-oxidizing bacteria, an open upstream discharge tube connected on a blower (28) enables free passage of desulfurized gas, a pressure regulation tank is connected with the discharge tube has another opening for free passage of gas connected to the entrance side pipeline of the blower, a gas circulation system (31) provided with relief valve maintains the pressure of the upstream tube at a predetermined value, and a pipeline for supplying the desulfurized gas from the pressure regulation tank to a gas utilizing installation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of biogas purifying system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    living thing desulfurizing apparatus (11)    biogas introducing pipe (12)    discharge pipeline (13)    blower (28)    circulation system (31)    dry-type desulfurizing tower (35)    activated carbon tower (36)
NOVELTY - Sulfur compound contained in a gas is absorbed and removed under pressure of 0.2-4 MPa using a desulfurizing agent. The desulfurizing agent is obtained by supporting specific crystalline silicate with catalytically active metal. The crystalline silicate shows peak from strongest peak to fifth position to lattice space measured by powder X-ray diffraction using CuK alpha ray.    USE - For desulfurization in hydrogen production system and fuel cell system (both claimed), such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The desulfurization of sulfur compound is efficiently and reliably enabled. The fuel cell system has high durability, stability and electric power generation efficiency. The modification reaction of fuel cell is stably enabled. The poisoning of catalyst by sulfur compound is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Sulfur compound contained in a gas is absorbed and removed under pressure of 0.2-4 MPa using a desulfurizing agent. The desulfurizing agent is obtained by supporting crystalline silicate with catalytically active metal. The crystalline silicate is of formula: (1plus minus0.8) R2O.(aM2O3.bLO.cAl2O3).ySiO2.    R=alkali metal and/or hydrogen;    M=VIII group element, rare earth element, titanium, vanadium, chromium, niobium, antimony and/or gallium;    L=magnesium, calcium, strontium and/or barium;    a=0 or more;    b=0-20;    a+b=1;and    y=11-3000.    The crystalline silicate shows peak from strongest peak to fifth position to lattice space (3.65plus minus0.1 Angstrom , 3.75plus minus0.1 Angstrom , 3.85plus minus0.1 Angstrom , 10plus minus0.3 Angstrom and 11.2plus minus0.3 Angstrom ) measured by powder X-ray diffraction using CuK alpha ray. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) operation of fuel cell;    (2) fuel cell system; and    (3) hydrogen production system.
NOVELTY - Fully ripened compost or compost autoclaved light weight concrete (ALC) grain is obtained by sifting ALC crushed grain from a mixed compost material. The mixed compost material is obtained by mixing stevia with excrement ALC grain obtained from excrement of cow, adhering the mixture to ALC crushed grain, permeating and fermenting.    USE - In agriculture and horticulture.    ADVANTAGE - The fully ripened compost or compost ALC grain effectively and easily recycles ALC crushed material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) artificial light weight soil, which is obtained by mixing compost ALC grain with Kanuma soil and unprocessed ALC crushed grain;    (2) manufacture of fully ripened compost or compost ALC grain, which involves laying ALC crushed grain on floors of cow sheds, adhering and permeating excrement with compost, mixing stevia with obtained excrement ALC grain to obtain compost raw material, fermenting the raw material and sifting ALC grain from the fully ripened compost raw material; and    (3) manufacture of artificial light weight soil, which involves mixing obtained compost ALC grain with Kanuma soil and unprocessed ALC crushed grain.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows flow chart depicting manufacture of fully ripened manure, composed ALC grain and light weight soil. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The fireproof oxide support is impregnated into a ruthenium compound solution, and ruthenium is supported on the support. Thus, a carbon monoxide removal catalyst is obtained. The volume of ruthenium compound solution is 1.1-1.3 times of water absorption amount of fireproof oxide support.    USE - For manufacturing carbon monoxide removal catalyst used in hydrogen gas manufacturing system (both claimed) for fuel cell used for motor vehicles. Hydrogen-containing gas is used as supply fuel to hydrogen combustion-type fuel cell, phosphoric acid fuel cell, polymer electrolyte fuel cell and potassium hydroxide type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides carbon monoxide removal catalyst having low carbon monoxide methanation activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fireproof oxide support is chosen from alumina, titania, silica, zirconia and ceria. The ruthenium compound is ruthenium nitrate. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) carbon monoxide removal catalyst; and    (2) hydrogen gas manufacturing system.
NOVELTY - The catalyst is formed using fireproof oxide support supporting nitrogen containing ruthenium compound. Nitrogen content in the catalyst is 0.5 wt.% or less.    USE - For removing carbon monoxide from hydrogen containing gas used for fuel cell (all claimed) of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst contains low amount of nitrogen compound and effectively removes carbon dioxide from hydrogen containing gas. The generation of ammonia and nitrogen oxide in fuel cell is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fireproof oxide support is alumina, titania, silica, zirconia and/or ceria, preferably alumina. Nitrogen containing ruthenium compound is ruthenium nitrate. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of catalyst; and    (2) manufacture of hydrogen containing gas.
NOVELTY - Processing organic waste comprises that residue ejected from a valuables production process is subjected to a hydrothermal oxidation treatment process, thus processing of organic waste (1) and production of valuables from the waste are enabled.    USE - For processing of organic waste such as sewage sludge, human waste, livestock excrement, organic refuse, food processing waste material, buchery waste material, alcohol distillation waste material, scrap wood, herbs and wastewater used for production of valuables such as hydrogen and methane (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient and rapid processing of organic waste and suppression of residue amount, with suppressed environmental impact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus of organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of organic-waste methane fermentation. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    organic waste (1)    reaction container (3)    fermentation residue (5)    residue (6)
NOVELTY - A fan fault detector (37) detects the failure of cooling fan (18) performing temperature control of the hydrogen generator (2). A transceiver (40) connected with server (52), notifies the server regarding failure of fan, when detector detects the failure of fan, so that electric power generation is stopped.    USE - For fuel cell power generating system.    ADVANTAGE - The system operation of the fuel-cell-power generating device is stopped and failure information of fan is notified to the server, when fan fails, so that user's versatility is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell power generating system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen generator (2)    cooling fan (18)    fan fault detector (37)    transceiver (40)    network (51)    server (52)
NOVELTY - Complex oxide (C) contains metallic element(s) (a) chosen from alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, rare earth element, group 3 element and group 4 element excluding zirconium, and zirconium oxide. Oxide (C) has carbon dioxide absorption amount per unit weight after heat processing at 1000degreesC for 3 hours or more, of 8.2-29 micronsol/g. Oxide (C) has carbon dioxide absorption amount per unit specific surface area of 0.2-2.3 micronsol/m2.    USE - As support for catalyst used for exhaust gas purification (claimed), such as oxidation catalyst, ternary catalyst, nitrogen oxide occlusion-reduction catalyst and methane purification catalyst.    ADVANTAGE - The complex oxide provides high stability and easy rhodium oxide reductivity to the catalyst, by controlling solid-base property in predetermined range. The catalyst has high purification activity at low temperature, and high durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for catalyst for exhaust gas purification, containing rhodium supported to complex oxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph shows the relationship between carbon dioxide absorption amount per unit weight and 50% C3H6 purification temperature. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Increasing (M1) the activity of enzyme expressed on the cell surface layer, comprising freeze-drying the recombinant microorganism expressing enzyme on cell surface layer, suspending the freeze-dried microorganisms in water, and preserving it for at least 4 days at room temperature, is new.    USE - (M1) is useful for increasing the activity of enzyme expressed on the cell surface layer, where the enzyme is lipase (claimed). The lipase is useful in transesterification, for producing bio-diesel fuel from waste oil, and as pharmaceutical raw material compound.    ADVANTAGE - (M1) effectively increases the activity of the enzyme expressed on the cell surface layer, easily, thus enzyme utilization is carried out effectively in industrial scale.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for enzyme included on cell surface layer, whose enzyme activity is increased by (M1).
NOVELTY - Cell has a set of electromotive portions to cause fuel and oxygen to react chemically to produce electrical energy. Two sheets (20a, 31) supply fuel and oxygen to the portions. A replenishing portion is at a preset portion of the sheet supplying fuel to replenish the sheet with the fuel. A fuel adjusting film (20c) is inserted in the sheet to adjust amounts of the fuel supplied from the sheet to the portion.    USE - Used for a portable electronic device e.g. cellular phone or a notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - Utilization of the fuel adjusting film provides a surface portion of the liquid holding sheet which is close to the electromotive portions to be uniform over the surface portions, thus enabling substantially the same amount of fuel to advance to the electromotive portions, and improving electrical characteristics of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the fuel cell.    Fuel poles (10b)    Electromotive portions (11)    Sheet (20a, 31)    Replenishing portion (20b)    Fuel adjusting film (20c)
NOVELTY - A biomass charcoal and gas generator includes a tank with a water jacket, a material inlet door, an air inlet pipe, a spraying head and a material unloading door; a grate in the lower part of the tank; and a gas collecting and outputting chamber below the grate with gas outlet pipes and a drain pipe.    USE - Used for the production of fuel gas and charcoal with wood leftovers and stalks.    ADVANTAGE - The charcoal and gas generator has a simple structure, simple production, high charcoal and gas producing effect and low production cost.
NOVELTY - A bio-energy system (20) producing biofuel for generating energy comprising collecting a raw waste material (R) containing organic waste material, feeding through an organic material digester (22) between inlet (23) and outlet (24), where the material (R) is treated with aerobic bacteria in a digester for converting organic waste material to bio-fuel, discharging the treated material, separating the bio-fuel and utilizing for generating energy, is new.    USE - Using organic waste material for producing biofuel for generating energy (claimed), as an alternative to fossil fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The bio-energy system enables separation of inorganic material into recyclable waste material and non-recyclable waste material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The bio-energy system (20) produces biofuel for generating energy. A raw waste material containing organic waste material is collected and fed through an organic material digester (22) in a controlled condition between an inlet (23) and an outlet (24) of the digester. The raw waste material is treated with aerobic bacteria in the digester for converting the organic waste material content of the raw waste material to a bio-fuel. The treated material is discharged from the outlet of the digester, and the bio-fuel is separated from inorganic material and utilized for generating energy.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a digester.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of bio-energy system.    Bio-energy system (20)    Waste collecting unit (21)    Organic material digester (22)    Inlet (23)    Outlet (24)    Screen (28)    Drying unit (35)    Boiler (38)
NOVELTY - A three-way valve (40) is switched between a state where refrigerant liquid is sucked into a compressor (33) through an evaporator (36) and a state where refrigerant liquid flows through a bypass flow path (39) branched from a refrigeration circuit (32), while detouring evaporator. The hydrogen occlusion material in a hydrogen tank (13) is cooled by refrigerant liquid flowing through bypass flow path.    USE - For use in fuel cell electric vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen occlusion material in hydrogen tank is cooled effectively, by the refrigerant liquid flowing through the bypass flow path.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) hydrogen tank cooling method; and    (2) fuel cell electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the hydrogen tank cooling device.    hydrogen tank (13)    refrigeration circuit (32)    compressor (33)    evaporator (36)    bypass flow path (39)    three-way valve (40)
NOVELTY - An oxygen-containing hydrocarbon reforming catalyst contains zeolite and metal oxide. The metal oxide contains copper and has spinel structure.    USE - For reforming oxygen-containing hydrocarbon used for production of synthesis gas or hydrogen used for fuel cell system (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reforming catalyst is excellent in heat resistance, and has improved activity and durability. The steam reforming of oxygen-containing hydrocarbon is carried out effectively with reduced generation of coke.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) production of hydrogen or synthesis gas, involves steam reforming of oxygen-containing hydrocarbon using reforming catalyst; and    (2) fuel cell system comprising reformer (31) equipped with reforming catalyst, and fuel cell (34) that uses hydrogen as fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    vaporizer (1)    water supply pipe (11)    fuel inlet tube (12)    connecting pipe (15)    fuel tank (21)    reformer (31)    fuel cell (34)
NOVELTY - A methanol fuel cell cartridge has at least one methanol impervious layer having methanol vapor permeability coefficient of 15 micrograms.mm/m2.hour or less at 40degreesC.    USE - For fuel tank and refill container of direct methanol fuel cell used as power supply for mobile machine, such as notebook personal computer and mobile telephone.    ADVANTAGE - The methanol fuel cell cartridge has reduced size and lightweight, and is economical. The cartridge has excellent permeation preventing property with respect to methanol and oxygen.
NOVELTY - A microbial fuel cell used in chemical and biological systems, comprising an anolyte (120) comprising in vivo cells (125) mixed with electrically conducting nano or micro-scale fibers (128) which are in electrical contact with the surface of the anode, is new. A cation exchange membrane is provided between the anode and cathode compartments (110,140) respectively.    USE - The microbial fuel cell is used in chemical and biological systems.    ADVANTAGE - Improved electrochemical processes are produced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a microbial fuel cell.    Anode compartment (110)    Anolyte (120)    In vivo cells (125)    Micro-scale fibers (128)    Cathode compartment (140)
NOVELTY - Creating soil additive from cellulosic fraction of biomass involves: (a) adding biomass to a sealable reaction vessel; (b) closing the vessel; (c) rotating the reaction vessel while adding steam at less than or equal to 15 pounds to supply heat and pressure and to agitate the biomass; (d) unsealing the reaction vessel; (e) removing treated biomass; and (f) separating cellulosic fraction of treated biomass from other fractions.    USE - To produce a soil additive or a soil amendment from a cellulosic fraction of biomass (claimed) preferably obtained from municipal solid waste (MSW) and useful for improving water retention and release of nutrients in soil, decreasing runoff and for contributing to soil benefaction in fields of agriculture and horticulture.    ADVANTAGE - The method acts as a waste recycling process that separates the cellulose fiber portion of the waste and recycles it to form soil additive. Thus the method recycles paper or cellulose fiber containing material from disposal bound waste, which make up the largest waste streams found in municipal solid waste (MSW). The heat, pressure and agitation provided to the biomass in the reaction vessel reduces the crystallinity of cellulose or hemicellulose in treated biomass and chemically reduces the hemicellulosic content of the biomass to compounds that are chemically less complex than hemicellulose as compared to original MSW biomass before treatment. The treated biomass serves as a daily cover at a landfill; provides excellent additions to potting mixes; contributes fiber and bulk in a form that is free of plant pests such as nematodes, bacteria, and fungus spores; can be mixed with other ingredients to form a soil-less potting mix and replaces fiber and water retention components in the mix such as sphagnum, peat moss, and forest products.
NOVELTY - The energy product comprises a cellulosic pulp product derived from biomass processed in a reaction vessel in the presence of heat and pressure, in which biomass is subjected to agitation by vessel rotation.    USE - Used as an energy product, such as a fuel product.    ADVANTAGE - The energy product enables processing of municipal solid waste into useful products. The energy product can be packaged in bales or in various forms and shapes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the production of an energy product from a cellulosic fraction of biomass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart of the processing of municipal solid waste into biomass for use as an energy product.
NOVELTY - Styling composition (for hair that it is free of organic solvents other than propellants) contains both amphoteric and non-ionic polymers in an aqueous medium and is pressurised with a propellant mixture of 2-4C alkanes; and/or haloalkanes or their mixtures with dimethylether.    USE - (I) is useful for increasing volume of hair on head of a person (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) gives hair a smooth and shining look. (I) is easy to work out into hair during styling and is organic solvent free other than propellants.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for process for increasing volume of hair on the head of a person applying (I) onto wet and/or dry hair.
NOVELTY - A method for manufacturing an insulating film-coated electrode for use in analytical applications in bioaffinity assays, comprising forming channels in or on electrically conductive metal material of electrode, is new. The channels are formed in or on electrically conductive metal or polymer material of electrode (1). An electrically insulating film such as silicon dioxide film is coated in channeled or microstructured material.    USE - The method is used for manufacturing insulating film-coated electrodes such as working electrodes for producing electro generated chemical reactions in reaction medium of electrolyte solutions containing labeled molecule for analytical application in bioaffinity assays such as immunoassay and deoxyribo nucleic acid (DNA) probing assays, gene chip and genome array for gene discovery, disease diagnostics, drug discovery and toxicology in clinical diagnostics, and in biochemistry as flow sensitive detector in liquid chromatography. Also used for sterilization of aqueous solutions such as water from microbes.    ADVANTAGE - The reaction area of electrode is increased, to improve chemical reactions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electrical excitation method of label molecule.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of electrodes used in flow through system.    electrode (1)    pump (2)    valve (3)    liquid chamber (4)    waste chamber (5)
NOVELTY - The solar engineering, in particular, to the methods of reprocessing and production of the artificial liquid fuel from the carbon materials of the vegetable wastes (the wood pulp, the vegetable agricultural wastes, for example, the sunflower husk, etc.) using the photothermolysis in the installations concentrating the solar radiation. The method of production of an artificial liquid fuel provides for: preparation of a charge by comminution of the vegetable wastes, their drying up to humidity of 10 %, sizing, treatment with the carbonaceous material slime, pyrolysis of the charge, the vapor-gas dehydration and a liquefaction, the light-thermal action - the photothermolysis (a photoactivation and a photodissociation) of the pyrolized gaseous products at the temperature of 200-240degreesC and at the atmospheric pressure with the subsequent passing through of the chemically reactive products-gases CH4, C2H4, CnHm, CO, H, CO2, etc. - through the paraffin layer with the catalytic agent Fe at the temperature of 240degreesC and at the atmospheric pressure. The equipment for exercise of an method is featured also. The invention also presents the installation for realization of the method. The invention ensures expansion of the raw-material base for production of the artificial liquid fuels.    USE - Solar engineering; methods and the solar equipment for production of an artificial liquid fuel from carbon materials.    ADVANTAGE - The invention ensures expansion of the raw-material base for production of the artificial liquid fuels.3 cl, 2 dwg
NOVELTY - Invention relates to processing of rubber-containing as well as industrial and domestic wastes (polyethylene, polystyrene, polyisobutylene, capron, lavsan, enant, nylon, polyvinylchloride, various-type rubbers, phenol-formaldehyde novolac resins, etc.) into motor fuel components and raw materials for general organic synthesis, petrochemical and biochemical synthesis, production of anode paste for power-and thermal and electrochemical enterprises, water-, heat- and sound-insulation materials, and road-building bituminous concrete. Wastes are first subjected to thermocatalytic fluidization at elevated temperature and pressure in hydrocarbon solvent followed by separation of liquid products and rectification thereof to yield desired products. Hydrocarbon solvent is a mixture of alkylbenzene-containing hydrocarbons with a hydrogen-donor hydrocarbon having lesser induction effect time. Process is carried out at 200-320degreesC and pressure 1-3 MPa. Hydrogen-donor hydrocarbon, which can be used in the process, is tetralin or paraffin-naphthene petroleum fraction 230-280degreesC.    USE - Waste disposal.    ADVANTAGE - Simplified technology, increased productivity, and increased yield of high-quality fractions with boiling temperature up to 200degreesC.6 cl, 1 tbl
NOVELTY - The high-pressure hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (1) has solid polymer electrolyte film (2), cathode power supply component (3) at upper side of film (2), cathode chamber (5), anode chamber (6), and anode power supply component (4) provided at lower side. Chamber (5) generates high-pressure hydrogen gas and chamber (6) produces oxygen, by electrolysis of water. Chamber (5) has aqueous layer (10) covering film (2).    USE - For producing high-pressure hydrogen gas.    ADVANTAGE - The high-pressure hydrogen manufacturing apparatus efficiently provides hydrogen gas, which is not transmitted on the anode side.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The high-pressure hydrogen manufacturing apparatus has a solid polymer electrolyte film (2), a cathode power supply component (3) provided at upper side of electrolyte film, a cathode chamber (5), an anode chamber (6), and anode power supply component (4) at lower side of film (2). Water fed to anode chamber is electrolyzed by supplying electricity to each power supply component. Cathode chamber generates high-pressure hydrogen gas and anode chamber produces oxygen. Cathode chamber has an aqueous layer covering the electrolyte film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory sectional view of the structure of high-pressure-hydrogen manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    high-pressure-hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (1)    solid polymer electrolyte film (2)    cathode power supply component (3)    anode power supply component (4)    cathode chamber (5)    anode chamber (6)    aqueous layer (10)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing compost, comprising laminating composting mixture on a water permeable roadbed, is new. The mixture is covered with a sheet and fermented. Subsequently, aeration by air, and secondary fermentation are performed after stirring and water sprinkling. The component of product is evaluated and mixed based on the evaluation result, to obtain the compost.    USE - For manufacturing compost for farmland.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of compost exhibiting favorable deodorizing effect and microorganism active effect.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Manufacturing composting, comprising laminating on a water permeable roadbed composting mixture obtained by mixing mowed grass, branches-and-leaves material, several ferment microbes and dried and dehydrated material of wash water generated when isolating and cleaning the carbonized or partially carbonized material and foodstuffs package and foodstuffs residue, is new. The mixture is covered with a sheet and fermented. Subsequently, aeration by air, and secondary fermentation are performed after stirring and water sprinkling. The component of product is evaluated and mixed based on the evaluation result, to obtain the compost.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for mixing compost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of manufacture of compost. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - An organic waste processing apparatus (14) having fermenter (1) for stirring base material and organic waste obtained by culturing aerobic microbe and fermentation-decomposing organic waste, discharge port (15) for ejecting compost (4) from fermenter, stocker (10) for storing compost organic waste, and spreading guide (2) at downward direction of port (15), is new. Stocker is adjoined to fermenter and provided at downward direction of port (15).    USE - For processing of organic waste such as garbage.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste processing apparatus enables steady operation and prevents capability reduction and hygienic displeasure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the general view of the organic waste processing apparatus.    fermenter (1)    spreading guide (2)    ejection compost (4)    stocker (10)    organic waste processing apparatus (14)    discharge port (15)
NOVELTY - Processing waste material by carbonizing half-split chopsticks, to obtain porous carbon material, sealing predetermined microorganisms to the holes of the carbon material, mixing the microorganisms sealed carbon material and chaff with foodstuff waste material or livestock dung, and stirring foodstuffs waste material or livestock dung, carbon material, and chaff, is new.    USE - For processing waste material e.g. foodstuff waste material or livestock dung e.g. horse dung and cattle feces, to obtain compost/manure.    ADVANTAGE - Recycling of waste material is promoted and the amount of foodstuff waste discarded is reduced or eliminated.
NOVELTY - Shochu-liquor waste liquid is dried by mixing dry grain of dry bean curd less with shochu-liquor waste liquid to allow adsorption of shochu-liquor waste liquid to the grains, hot-air drying fresh-bean-curd-lees moist substance, setting as reproduced dry grain, subsequently re-using reproduced dry grain as shochu-liquor waste liquid and dry bean curd less to mix.    USE - For drying shochu-liquor waste liquid.    ADVANTAGE - By mixing dry grain of dry bean curd less with shochu-liquor waste liquid and adsorbing shochu-liquor waste liquid to the grains, the amount of shochu-liquor waste liquid to be dried, drying time and size of the drying apparatus are reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for drying apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the cylindrical drying apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mixing tank (10)    screw conveyers (12)    cylindrical main unit (14)    dry extraction opening (15)    hot blast stoves (16)    burners (17)    cyclones (18)    rotary valves (20)    pumping blower (22)    silos (24)    ventilating fans (26)    hot air supply (28)    drive motors (29)
NOVELTY - Processing of salt-containing organic wastewater ejected from chemical plant, subjecting organic wastewater (1) containing high concentration salt to methane fermentation, is new. Dilution water is added during methane fermentation, according to value of conductivity meter (4) installed in methane fermentation process. Thus, organic wastewater containing salt is processed.    USE - For processing organic wastewater containing high concentration salt ejected from foodstuffs industry and chemical plant.    ADVANTAGE - The organic wastewater is stably processed without impairing the methane formation activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus of organic wastewater.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of apparatus used for processing organic wastewater. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    high concentration organic wastewater (1)    natural water (2)    methane fermentation processing apparatus (3)    conductivity meter (4)    natural water inflow pipe (5)    fermentation treated water (6)
NOVELTY - A heat-retained twin-tower type partial combustion gasifier (2) supplies a biomass to charcoal layer supplied with gasifying agent such as air, intermittently. Water vapor is supplied to the charcoal layer maintained at 80-1000degreesC, to promote decomposition and modification reductive reaction of tar in the generaed gas. A catalyst (5) removes the tar content from the generated gas before supplying the production gas to an engine (7).    USE - Used for producing fuel for internal combustion engines of motor vehicles, electric power generation, chemical material, fertilizer, soil conditioner or gas fuel for gas engines, by partial combustion gasification of biomass obtained from agriculture and forests.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel having a small amount of tar can be generated safely and inexpensively, without producing global warming problems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a partial combustion gasifier; and    (2) partial combustion gasification.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of a biomass partial combustion gasification system.    partial combustion gasifier with twin towers (1)    fuel supply (2)    fire grate (3)    gasifying agent (4)    tar decomposition catalyst (5)    engine (7)    gasifying agent opening (10)    fuel gas opening (11)
NOVELTY - A front stage processing mechanism has a sirroco fan for sucking the air. The harmful substances such as hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide and nitrous oxide in sucked air are adsorbed by lithium type ceramics. The plasma decomposition mechanism decomposes harmful substances, and the reaction products are utilized for different applications.    USE - For purifying atmosphere in facilities such as apartments, buildings, hospitals, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The harmful substances are decomposed using plasma and the reaction products are effectively utilized for various application.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A front stage processing mechanism has a sirroco fan for sucking the air. An adsorption mechanism that consists of lithium type ceramics adsorbs the harmful substances such as hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide and nitrous oxide in the sucked air. The plasma decomposition mechanism decomposes the harmful substances, such that the hydrogen is recirculated and used as fuel, carbon monoxide is converted to carbon dioxide and used for gardening, as heat insulating material, fire extinguishing material, etc., and nitrous oxide is used for medical anesthesia, etc.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the resource circulating type facility. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    resource circulating type facility (1)    fermenter (2)    PACT reformer (6)    garden (8)    solar power generation panel (9)
NOVELTY - Liquid manure production involves isolating soil conditioner from suspension of cyanobacterium chosen from Phormidium, Cylindrosperm and Lyngbya using hot water.    USE - For producing liquid manure used for promoting growth of fruits, vegetables and crops.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficient and economical production of liquid manure with excellent handleability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for liquid manure containing the useful cyanobacterium.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen fermentation apparatus (1) has hydrogen fermentation tank (2) with raw material supply pipe (3) and stirring installation (7), gas pipe (8) connected to fermentation tank, retention-of-gas-tank (6), fermentation-liquid discharge pipe (4) provided at wall surface of fermentation tank, and siphon installation (5) connected to pipe (4). Produced gas of fermentation tank is stored in retention-of-gas-tank.    USE - For producing hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen fermentation apparatus produces hydrogen with high yield.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a rough block diagram of hydrogen fermentation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen fermentation apparatus (1)    hydrogen fermentation tank (2)    supply pipe (3)    fermentation-liquid discharge pipe (4)    siphon installation (5)    retention-of-gas-tank (6)    stirring installation (7)    gas pipe (8)
NOVELTY - The treatment of waste and rubbish is by pyrolysis, using a pyrolysis furnace (2) with a waste material feed (1) and with a direct feed of hot exhaust gases from a smelting furnace (4). A metal separator (12) separates combustible and non-combustible matter, composed of pyrolyzed solids (8) from pyrolyzing gas and the pyrolyzed solids from the pyrolysis furnace. The separated metal components are returned to the smelting furnace. A smelting exhaust gas recovery channel (17) feeds gas from the smelting furnace into the pyrolysis furnace. A combustion chamber (9) takes in gas (7) which has been dried and pyrolyzed in the pyrolysis furnace, to be mixed with smelting exhaust gas. A heat exchanger (11) cools the combustion gas from the combustion chamber.    USE - The system is for the heat treatment of waste and rubbish by pyrolysis.    ADVANTAGE - The pyrolysis furnace takes in a direct feed of hot exhaust gases from a smelting furnace to give the required heat.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the waste pyrolysis processing system. (The drawing includes non-English language text).    waste material feed (1)    pyrolysis furnace (2)    smelting furnace (4)    pyrolyzed gas (7)    pyrolyzed solids (8)    combustion chamber (9)    heat exchanger (11)    metal separator (12)    smelting exhaust gas recovery channel (17)
NOVELTY - Hydrophobized silica gel is used as a selective sorbent for organosilicon compounds in biogenic and/or anthropogenic gases.    USE - Used for removing organosilicon compounds from biogenic and/or anthropogenic gases, especially methane-containing gases, e.g. biogas, sewage gas or landfill gas, preferably in a fixed-, mobile- or fluidized-bed adsorption unit.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrophobized silica gel is less expensive than active carbon and can be regenerated and re-used.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a sorption unit for removing organosilicon compounds from biogenic and/or anthropogenic gases, in which the sorbent is hydrophobized silica gel with an average pore radius of 1-40 nm.
NOVELTY - The burner device (10) has a combustion chamber (26) filled with a porous body (28), with a vaporizing zone (12) and an ignition device (30). There is a mixing zone (20) between the vaporizing zone and the combustion chamber, in which the combustion gas coming in from a combustion gas line (22, 24) can be mixed with the combustion air or combustion mixture.    USE - For a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Suitable for both liquid and gaseous fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross section of a fuel cell system.    Burner device (10)    Vaporizing zone (12)    Mixing zone (20)    Combustion gas lines (22, 24)    Combustion chamber (26)    Porous body (28)    Ignition device (30)
NOVELTY - A high-temperature aerobic fermentation of organic waste and its apparatus are disclosed. The process is carried out by using thermophile, breaking biodegradable substances in organic waste as raw materials, entering broken materials into primary fermenter, lifting temperature and inoculating, supplying aeration, entering materials into secondary fermenter, supplying aeration, adding ferment additive, intensified fermenting, entering materials into grate to separate varia, solid-liquid separating, forming filter cake, processing filter cake into solid fertilizer, and processing filtrate into liquid fertilizer. It has short time and can be used for food refuse and urban mud.
NOVELTY - Non-evaporable getter alloys have a composition comprising, by weight, 50-80% zirconium, 1-20% yttrium and 5-45% of one or more elements chosen among aluminum, iron, chromium, manganese and vanadium.    USE - The alloy is used for non-evaporable getter devices (claimed). It is used for the sorption of hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The alloys can be activated at relatively low temperatures and are able of efficiently sorbing hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Non-evaporable getter alloys have a composition, represented in a ternary diagram of weight %, within a polygon defined by points: (a) zirconium(Zr)54%-yttrium(Y)1%-M45%, (b) Zr50%-Y5%-M45%, (c) Zr50%-Y20%-M30%, (d) Zr75%-Y20%-M5%, (e) Zr80%-Y15%-M5%, and (f) Zr80%-Y1%-M19%.    M=Al, Fe, Cr, Mn, and/or V.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for non-evaporable getter devices comprising one of the inventive alloys, with particle size of less than 250 microns.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a ternary diagram in which the range of possible compositions of the non-evaporable getter alloys.
NOVELTY - Apparatus has hydrogen sensor (8) in fuel cell ventilation gas outlet pipe (7), and valve (9) at upstream side of hydrogen sensor. The valve is closed, when the hydrogen concentration of the gas flowing in the exhaust pipe (4) corresponds to predetermined value.    USE - Solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Dew-formation prevention of hydrogen sensor can be performed reliably, and durability of fuel cell system is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (1)    exhaust pipe (4)    fuel cell case (5)    ventilation gas outlet pipe (7)    hydrogen sensor (8)    valve (9)
NOVELTY - The water treatment control system has a membrane filtration apparatus (26) to separate and remove turbid substance in to-be-treated water, a fluorescence analyzer (7) to measure relative fluorescence intensity of to-be-treated water, and a membrane filtration operation control unit (27) to operate and control the membrane filtration apparatus based on measured value of the fluorescence analyzer.    USE - The system is useful as a water treatment control system.    ADVANTAGE - The water treatment control system controls injection amount of activated carbon, chlorine agent, ozone and coagulant, reduces trihalo methane formation potential and constraint of excessive injection.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure view of the water treatment control system.    Coaguation-semimentation equipment (2)    Flow meter (6)    Fluorescence analyzer (7)    Membrane filtration apparatus (26)    Membrane filtration operation control apparatus (27)
NOVELTY - Hydrate maintained at specific temperature and pressure is decomposed into ice and hydrate formation gas. The temperature of hydrate is maintained below the metastable temperature in metastable state and above the balanced temperature of ice and hydration formation gas in equilibrium state.    USE - For decomposition of hydrate into ice and hydrate formation gas.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively decomposes hydrate, without using cooling-heating source and recuperator for collecting heat of decomposition. The amount of energy supplied from the outside is reduced sharply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for generation of hydrate, which involves contacting hydrate formation gas and ice obtained by above method under pressure higher than equilibrium pressure and at specific temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of hydrate decomposing device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    pressure vessel (2)    natural gas extraction line (4)    delivery line (6)    pre-cooling jacket (8)    compressor (10)
NOVELTY - Biomass is gasified in high temperature high-pressure water using metal oxide catalyst and oxidizing agent, to obtain hydrogen.    USE - For producing hydrogen from biomass.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is manufactured efficiently at low temperature without using expensive catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic of continuous biomass conversion type hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Hydrogen gas generator has water electrolysis cell (1) and two or more hydrogen separation tanks (4,40) having pressure difference. Water is electrolyzed in cell, and oxygen gas is generated in anode portion. Hydrogen generated in cathode portion and water, are fed to tanks. Water isolated in a tank is fed to another tank, which performs vapor liquid isolation in pressure lower than tank. Hydrogen gas dissolved in water is discharged.    USE - For generating hydrogen gas used as fuel for fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas generator supplies hydrogen gas of different pressure. Raise of driving cost of hydrogen gas generator is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen gas generator has water electrolysis cell, and two or more hydrogen separation tanks by which pressures differ. The electrolysis cell has an anode portion having an anode, a cathode portion having a cathode, and a solid-electrolyte film separating the anode and cathode portions. Water is electrolyzed in the cell, and oxygen gas is generated in anode portion. The cathode portion is connected such that hydrogen generated in cathode portion is removed in pressurized state. The hydrogen removed from cathode portion, and water, are introduced to the hydrogen separation tanks. Water isolated in one of the hydrogen separation tanks is introduced to another hydrogen separation tank, which performs vapor liquid separation in pressure lower than the hydrogen separation tank. The hydrogen gas dissolved in water in hydrogen separation tank is discharged.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for operating method of hydrogen gas generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a systematic diagram of the hydrogen gas generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    water electrolysis cell (1)    electrolysis tank (2)    pure water tank (3)    hydrogen separation tanks (4,40)    pure-water supply piping portion (5)
NOVELTY - Method for operating a mixing chamber (MC) for a reformer in which fuel (I) is evaporated comprises supplying MC with (i) a (I)-air mixture through a two-part nozzle (N) and (ii) a steam-air mixture through an additional nozzle, where the flows of the two mixtures are in opposite directions.    USE - The method is especially used to produce mixtures of hydrogen (particularly for use in fuel cells used to drive motor vehicles) and carbon monoxide.    ADVANTAGE - The new method provides (i) especially uniform distribution of reactants and homogeneous flow distribution, with a significant reduction in formation of soot and deposits on the reforming catalyst, and also (ii) complete conversion of fuel in the downstream reformer, making it particularly effective with fractions of low sulfur and aromatics content.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an MC for the method.
NOVELTY - In a fixed bed reactor for biological purification of fluids comprising a reactor vessel (10) containing a fixed bed of loose bodies (20), a number of the loose bodies can be introduced into the reactor vessel during operation of the reactor.    USE - Especially for purifying waste water (claimed). The charging arrangement is for supplementing the fixed bed with fresh loose bodies to compensate for loose bodies which have lost their coating of purifying microorganisms by abrasion during operation, so that high purification performance is retained.    ADVANTAGE - Supplementation of the bed with fresh loose bodies can be carried out continuously during operation of the reactor (i.e. with the need for shut-down), thus markedly reducing operating costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a corresponding method for charging a fixed bed reactor, involving introducing a number of the loose bodies into the reactor vessel during operation of the reactor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectioned side view of the fixed bed reactor with the pusher in the lowered position.    Reactor vessel (10)    Retaining element (12)    Stirred tank (14)    Stirrer (16)    Fluid inlet (18)    Loose bodies (20)    Shaft (22)    Pipe (24)    Charging opening (26)    Delivery opening (28)    Pusher (30)    Lid of pusher (32)
NOVELTY - A feed stream of a material (14), which is to be converted into another material (15), is combusted to produce a combustion flame (24) and a gas. An electrical arc (45) is passed through the combustion flame and resulting gas, to facilitate the production of the material (15). Thus, conversion of material (14) to material (15) is enabled.    USE - For converting material such as sodium borate into another material such as sodium borohydride used for storing hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell and internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The chemical conversion is efficiently, stably and economically enabled using chemical reactor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for chemical reactor (10), which has a combustion assembly for receiving the material (14) and for combusting the material, a reactor positioned adjacent to the combustion assembly, and electric arc, which passes through the combustion flame, to produce a high-temperature plasma (46). The reactor positioned adjacent to the combustion assembly receives the combustion flame. The plasma is formed in a manner to increase the residence time of the combustion flame within the plasma, and to facilitate chemical reaction of material (14) to material (15).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal sectional view of chemical reactor.    chemical reactor (10)    chemical flame torch (11)    materials (14-16)    ends of passageway (21,22)    passageway (23)    chemical flame (24)    electrodes (41,42)    source of electricity (43)    electric arc (45)    plasma (46)    collection chamber (60)
NOVELTY - The gas sensor has a substrate, two separated metal electrodes provides on the surface of substrate, and a semiconductor film connecting electrodes and provided on the surface of substrate. The semiconductor film comprises zinc oxide (a) or mixed oxide (b) of zinc and indium. The oxide (a) or oxide (b) are in the form of nanowires having diameter of 5-900 nm and constituting gas sensing surface of semiconductor film.    USE - For detecting nitrogen oxide (claimed), carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide and methane in gas sample.    ADVANTAGE - The gas sensor has quick reactivity, response and wide linear detection range at room temperature, and simply and quickly enables the detection of nitrogen gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The substrate is ceramic substrate. The electrodes are made of gold.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for detection of nitrogen oxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic top plan view of gas sensor.
NOVELTY - The test gas providing apparatus has a mechanical adaptor (70) that is fitted over a window of a gas monitoring instrument, to form a gas tight chamber of predefined volume. A recess provided in the mechanical adaptor receives test gas vial whose seal is broken to admit the test gas to the gas tight chamber.    USE - For gas detection instrument e.g. for combustible gas, toxic gas in mines, chemical plants, home.    ADVANTAGE - The cost associated with gas test is reduced. and only one miniature vial is required for bump test.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for test gas provision method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional; view of the semi-automated gas test apparatus.    mechanical adaptor (70)    gasket (72)    housing (73)    plunger (78)    flange (79)
NOVELTY - The vermicomposting process involves drying and chopping agricultural waste, treating the dried and chopped agricultural waste with 5-90% of animal urine, transferring the treated agricultural waste to containers containing earthworm, maintaining moisture content with water, followed by harvesting compost and separating earthworm.    USE - For producing high quality vermicompost used for promoting plant growth and for preventing plant diseases.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient and rapid production of high quality vermicompost rich in carbon, nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus. The waste products such as agro-waste and urine are recycled efficiently. The compost produced using cattle's urine contains actinomyces, hence effective for combating plant diseases.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen gas sensor comprises a surface acoustic wave device (15) fabricated on a lithium niobate substrate (30), and a sensing bilayer positioned on the acoustic path of the device. The sensing bilayer comprises nanomaterial palladium (35) and metal-free phthalocyanine (40).    USE - For sensing hydrogen gas used in manufacture of semiconductors, as clean source of energy, and as fuel gas.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas sensor responds to hydrogen gas in near real time, at low (room) temperature, without being affected by carbon monoxide, oxygen, methane, and other gases, providing sensitivity to low ppm levels. The sensor is economical, rugged, sensitive and reliable. The high acoustic-electric coupling provided by the lithium niobate substrate, the low sensitivity and quick response time of the nanocrystalline or other nanomaterial provide a hydrogen sensor having improved characteristics. The sensor consumes less power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The nanomaterial palladium is preferably nanocrystalline, nanoparticle or nanowire palladium, and preferably further comprises alloy of palladium, and nickel, silver or platinum.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen sensor element.    surface acoustic wave device (15)    lithium niobate substrate (30)    nanomaterial palladium (35)    metal-free phthalocyanine (40)
NOVELTY - A process and an apparatus for manufacturing immobilized microorganism carrier are disclosed. The immobilized microorganism carrier is fabricated by using porous materials, organic solvents, and microorganism-containing sludge. The immobilized microorganism is suitable for use in wastewater treatment. The manufacturing process and apparatus of the invention can produce a long life, high mechanical strength and high bioactive immobilized microorganism carrier in a more productive manner.
NOVELTY - The process comprises adding catalyst to organic raw material before charging it into reactor; preliminarily heating and additionally blowing through organic raw material for removing oxygen; in order to provide uniform and complete processing of raw material introduced in reactor (at least in two zones) gaseous heat transfer agent prepared outside reactor; separating vapor-gas mixture by passing it step-by-step through separation apparatus for separating at least two fractions of liquid hydrocarbons from the mixture; then passing liquid through heat exchanger for collecting remaining fractions of liquid hydrocarbons and feeding mixture to cyclone-separator for finally dividing fractions of liquid hydrocarbons. Scrubbed fuel gas is fed for further usage.    USE - Used for the thermal-chemical processing of solid organic raw material, possibly in municipal services, in fuel processing industry branches, in forestry and wood working industry branches for recovering and processing organic components of solid domestic and industrial waste.    ADVANTAGE - High quality fuel components are obtained in a waste-free ecologically safe process.
NOVELTY - Invention relates to production of propane by separating unstable hydrocarbon condensate obtained at reprocessing of hydrocarbon gases with wide fraction of light hydrocarbons and propane fraction as final products.    USE - Gas and oil industry.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced capital outlays by decreasing number and size of used equipment, reduced energy consumption.1 tbl, 1 dwg    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Proposed plant has column-de-ethanizer with bottom heater and top sprayer unit and outlet of de-ethanization gas in upper part and stabilized condensate in lower part. Middle part of strengthening section of column-de-ethanizer is provided with outlet of liquid from plate, corresponding to required concentration of propane fraction, which is connected with upper part of propane production column. The column is essentially stripper with bottom heater, propane outlet ion lower part and hydrocarbon vapors outlet in top part which is connected with upper part of column de-ethanizer.
NOVELTY - Provided is a fuel cell system using an oxygen enrichment apparatus which uses air enriched by oxygen as air for cathode to improve power density, thereby it improves performance of the fuel cell system economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In the fuel cell system which comprises the parts of: a fuel cell which is composed of anode, cathode and electrolyte; and the oxygen enrichment apparatus which is connected to the cathode to raise the concentration of oxygen in air used for oxidant in the fuel cell system, the fuel cell system using the oxygen enrichment apparatus is characterized by using enriched air where the concentration of oxygen in air is increased to 21volume% and over to advance power density before directly connecting to the cathode.
NOVELTY - The fuel-gas production apparatus has a container which comprises substance (400) which promotes quality of hydrogen generating material, and substance (600) which promotes hydrogen generation, and a fuel-gas supply structure separated by a dividing wall (500) in the container. The fuel-gas production apparatus generates hydrogen gas for fuel cells.    USE - For producing fuel gas such as hydrogen gas for fuel cell (claimed) for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus efficiently produces fuel gas, and has lightweight hydrogen generator, without using complicated apparatus and instrument.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen generation portion.    packing container (100)    vapor-liquid separation filter (200)    substance which promotes quality of hydrogen generating material (400)    dividing wall (500)    substance which promotes hydrogen generation (600)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell has air flow path (18) and hydrogen gas flow path (17) such that the thickness of the insulation layers (19b,20b) provided over the air flow path and the hydrogen gas flow path increases from the flow path entrance to the exit. The conductors (19a,20a) are provided covering the insulating layers such that the thickness of the conductors decreases from flow path entrance to the exit.    USE - Fuel cell for mounting in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The flatting in the air and hydrogen gas flow paths is suppressed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the principal portion of the fuel cell stack. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen gas flow path (17)    air flow path (18)    conductors (19a,20a)    insulation layers (19b,20b)
NOVELTY - Original sand is ground or crushed to obtain crushed sand. A portion of waste sludge is separated from muddy water obtained during manufacture of crushed sand. Mowed grass is fermented to obtain manure. A portion of sludge, and manure are mixed and mixture is molded. A plant growth base material formed by mixing seed of plant and water is sprayed on slope face or collapse slope of molded mixture. Recycling of muddy water is enabled.    USE - For recycling muddy water ejected during manufacture of crushed sand used as aggregate for concrete.    ADVANTAGE - The recycling of muddy water ejected during manufacture of crushed sand is efficiently and economically enabled without discarding muddy water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Original sand is ground or crushed to obtain crushed sand. A portion of waste sludge is separated from muddy water obtained during manufacture of crushed sand. Mowed grass produced by maintenance operation of river, pruning material or driftwood is fermented to obtain manure. A portion of waste sludge produced by muddy water separation, and manure are mixed and the mixture is molded in shape of grain. A plant growth base material formed by mixing seed of plant and water is sprayed on slope face or collapse slope of molded mixture. Recycling of muddy water is enabled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of recycling process of muddy water ejected during manufacture of crushed sand. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The hydrogen supply system has electrolysis cell having anode and cathode, and hydrogen-oxygen generator. Water is supplied to electrolysis cell, and hydrogen gas is generated in cathode side, and oxygen gas is produced in anode side using generator. The pressure of hydrogen gas generated in cathode side is increased, when pressure is less than oxygen gas generated in anode side of electrolysis cell.    USE - For supplying hydrogen to hydrogen-fueled car.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen supply system efficiently generates hydrogen and supplies hydrogen to usage system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen supply system has an electrolysis cell having an anode and a cathode separated by a diaphragm, and a hydrogen-oxygen generator. Water is supplied to electrolysis cell, and hydrogen gas is generated in cathode side, and oxygen gas is produced in anode side by electrolysis using the generator. The hydrogen gas and oxygen are supplied to the usage system. The pressure of hydrogen gas generated in cathode side is increased, when pressure is less than oxygen gas generated in anode side of electrolysis cell. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen supply method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of hydrogen supply system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    water electrolysis apparatus (1)    electrolysis tank (2)    hydrogen separation tank (4)    gas scrubber (16)    pressure exchanger (29)
NOVELTY - Steam is produced by exchanging heat between combustible gas and water generated by a gasifier (1). The steam is guided to an ejector (15), and partial combustible gas of the gasifier exit is sucked. A mixed gas (21) of steam and combustible gas is made into a gas flow and supplied to the gasifier to form a fluid bed (5). The gasifier gasifies a fuel (A) and generates combustible gas.    USE - For gasifying biomass, waste plastic, coal, lumber factory surplus materials, discarded paper, organic waste, foodstuffs waste material, sewage sludge, livestock excretion, etc., and producing combustible gas.    ADVANTAGE - The method rapidly and efficiently generates combustible gas having high heat amount, maintaining a high furnace temperature. The ratio of inerts in the gasifier is reduced. The ceramic filter in the gasifier exit decreases the deposition of dust in the boiler, which improves the heat-exchange efficiency of the boiler. The method enables economical processing of waste materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fluid-bed gasifier equipped with an ejector, and a boiler (12) which carries out heat exchange.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the profile block diagram of the fluid-bed gasifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gasifier (1)    fluid bed (5)    ceramic filter (11)    boiler (12)    ejector (15)    mixed gas (21)    fuel (A)
NOVELTY - A composting promoter (I), comprising microbial cells such as Bacillus sp. F0016, Bacillus sp. F0018, Bacillus subtilis JAM2001 and Streptococcus thermophilus D0013, sterile culture solution and stabilizer having anti-oxidant property, coated on a porous body, is new.    USE - (I) is useful for producing manure (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) eliminates offensive odor caused by ammonia and amines. The fermentation can be completed within a short period of time. The moisture content of the manure is reduced.
NOVELTY - Contaminated site purification system in stratum of rocks comprising a submersible pump (90) equipped in each vacuum well (9), to pump up contamination cleaning liquid from well bottom to ground in state of maintaining negative pressure inside the wells, is new.    USE - A contamination-site layer purification system (claimed) for rock stratum, soil layer and underground water contaminated by toxic chemical substance.    ADVANTAGE - Contamination cleaning liquid is pumped up reliably and efficiently even in deep well.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Well group (4)    Vacuum well (9)    Non destructive stratum (80)    Submersible pump (90)    Water level sensors (97,98)
NOVELTY - A plasma reactor includes two sets of electrodes (E1, E2) which are distributed within an electrode case. The electrodes are made of flat plates (7) or corrugated sheets (8) and are arranged concentrically around dielectric film (5) to obtain a spiral-shaped configuration.    USE - Used for harmful gas treatment.    ADVANTAGE - The length of the electrode is enlarged easily due to the spiral-shaped configuration, allowing decomposition purification to be carried out easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a right sectional view and side sectional view of a plasma reactor.    dielectric film (5)    flat plates (7)    corrugated sheets (8)    electrodes (E1,E2)
NOVELTY - A glass cell (5) contains aromatic alcohol (1) and semiconductor gas sensor (3) having heater (2). The gas sensor is connected with heating element (4). The concentration of aromatic alcohol and temperature of gas sensor are set in preset range.    USE - For measuring kind and concentration of tasty substance, olfaction substance.    ADVANTAGE - Nonlinear oscillation can be carried out for long time, while providing steady electric conductivity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a model of target substance measuring device using nonlinear oscillator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    aromatic alcohol (1)    heater (2)    semiconductor gas sensor (3)    heating element (4)    glass cell (5)
NOVELTY - Vehicle component (I) (preferably car body panel), which is intended with normal operating condition and not with gaseous hydrogen, where hydrogen is used for propelling or is transported, comprises a surface of the component (which release hydrogen) and a coating containing a hydrogen-oxygen-recombination catalyst.    USE - The invention deals with a vehicle component (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) is free of gaseous hydrogen (claimed). (I) is reliable and eliminates the use of auxiliary energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a coating material (II) for (I), which is intended with an ignitable mixture from gas forming hydrogen and oxygen, comprising a hydrogen-oxygen-recombination catalyst.
NOVELTY - Rotating disks having blades are supported within a housing (18) having an inlet and an outlet. Stationary disks having blades are attached to the housing. A drive shaft turns the rotating disks to compress fluid within the housing. A transmission (14) converts a rotational input to a desired rotational speed and drives the drive shaft at the desired speed.    USE - For e.g. providing air at increased pressure to engines of light- or heavy-duty cars and trucks, delivering air, hydrogen or water under pressure to fuel cell system, delivering cool and compressed stream of air to braking system of race car or truck. Also for use as blower to evacuate room or building or as pressure or vacuum source for pneumatic conveying.    ADVANTAGE - Provides low weight construction and high efficiency output. Avoids water cooling of compressed air. Works with minimum rotational speed. Manufactures at low cost. Installs easily. Provides high reliability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of the fluid compression machine.
NOVELTY - Reforming process involves contacting a hydrogen peroxide solution (35 - 55 wt.%) with water to produce heat, steam, and oxygen; and supplying at least one of heat, steam and oxygen to a hydrocarbon reforming system. A system of contacting the hydrogen peroxide solution and water is external to the hydrocarbon reforming system or is integrated internally with the hydrocarbon reforming system.    USE - For improving thermal transfer within a hydrocarbon reforming system.    ADVANTAGE - Use of hydrogen peroxide as the oxidizer eliminates the need to capture thermal energy and transfer it to liquid water. Water contents are directly vaporized without the need for heat exchangers and pumps, thereby avoiding further system cost and complexity. No nitrogen is released in the process. The lack of additional nitrogen in the supplemental oxygen stream prevents nitrogen oxide formation rate within the primary reforming system, and eliminates or minimizes post process clean up of nitrogen oxides.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method further involves contacting the steam and oxygen with hydrocarbon fuel to form a hydrogen reformate stream, and supplying the hot hydrogen reformate stream to second hydrocarbon reforming device. A chemical reaction process path of the reforming system is subdivided into at least two parallel process paths. The parallel process path has a uniform geometry and an interior accessible by at least one end and containing at least two catalytic beds.
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel cell stack composed of fuel cells with anode and cathode sides that are connected to receive a hydrogen-containing medium and an oxygen-containing medium, respectively. An exhaust gas line (19) is connected between an anode outlet and a suction side of a compressor (21). The gas line carries anode exhaust gas and feeds the anode exhaust gas to the cathode side via a feed line (16).    USE - Used for an automotive application.    ADVANTAGE - The gas line carries anode exhaust gas and feeds the anode exhaust gas to the cathode side via a feed line so completely avoiding the release of hydrogen during a purge operation in a simple manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating a fuel cell system having a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (10)    Anode inlet (11)    Exhaust gas line (19)    Feed line (16)    Compressor (21)    Suction side (24)
NOVELTY - A feed stream (10) composed of carbon dioxide-containing gaseous mixture is cooled to liquefy portion(s) of mixture. Portion(s) of feed stream and stripping gas stream (56) are introduced into liquid-vapor contact column (18') to produce overhead stream (23) and bottom stream (62). The gas stream containing light component(s) (II) is stripped to enrich gaseous column overhead with light component (I).    USE - For separating light component from carbon dioxide-containing gaseous mixture.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables return of column bottoms for use in an energy efficient manner and in a state similar to that of the feed. The carbon dioxide-containing fraction is re-pressurized and returned for use or storage at high pressure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A feed stream (10) composed of gaseous mixture containing carbon dioxide (30 mol% or more) is cooled to effect liquefaction of portion(s) of the gaseous mixture. Portion(s) of the feed stream and a stripping gas stream (56) are introduced into a liquid-vapor contact column (18') to initiate counter-current vapor liquid mass transfer, to produce a gaseous column overhead stream (23) and a liquid column bottom stream (62). The gas stream containing light component(s) (II) having a boiling point lower than that of carbon dioxide and higher than that of light component (I) is stripped to enrich the gaseous column overhead with light component (I). Light component (I) is helium, hydrogen or neon, and light component (II) is methane, acetylene, propane, nitrogen, argon or oxygen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic drawing of gas stripping.    feed stream (10)    liquid-vapor contact column (18')    gaseous column overhead stream (23)    stripping gas stream (56)    liquid column bottom stream (62)
NOVELTY - Assembly has a distribution manifold (20) with traps and a fuel gas passage connected to a set of fuel cell stacks. The passage partially receives expended fuel gas streams exhausted from the stacks and combines the streams into a combined fuel gas stream. The passage directs the combined fuel gas stream to a subsequent stage. A thermal insulation component insulates the manifold from ambient temperatures.    USE - Fuel cell power plant power section assembly.    ADVANTAGE - Thermal insulation component insulates the distribution manifold from ambient temperatures, thus limiting moisture condensation in the fuel gas passage. The traps accommodate condensed moisture from the fuel stream, thus minimizing condensed moisture transfer to the subsequent stack stage in the power plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a portion of a two stage multi-fuel cell stack power plant.    Fuel cell stacks (2)    Distribution manifold (20)    Stages (22,24)    Air management assembly component (26)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen-producing device (1) has combustion apparatus (5) for heating, waste-gas sensor (36) and controller (21). Apparatus (5) produces reformed gas having hydrogen by modification reaction of hydrocarbon group raw material. Sensor performs component detection of exhaust gas (34) of apparatus (5). Controller stops the apparatus (5), when it determined that the combustion state of apparatus (5) is unsatisfactory from a signal.    USE - For producing hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen producing apparatus accurately detects combustion state of flame of combustion apparatus, without reducing modification efficiency, and ensures safety.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of hydrogen-producing device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen producing device (1)    combustion apparatus (5)    controller (21)    exhaust gas (34)    waste-gas sensor (36)
NOVELTY - The gas transfer unit has a variable gas accumulator (62) and a high-pressure gas accumulator (64) from which gas is supplied to a fuel tank (12). A controller (16) changes the switching time for switching from variable gas accumulator to high-pressure-gas accumulator, based on the switching conditions stored in memory.    USE - In fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - By changing the switching timing, the reduction in gas pressure of high-pressure gas accumulator is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the gas transfer unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel tank (12)    controller (16)    memory (48)    variable gas accumulator (62)    high-pressure gas accumulator (64)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen storage material comprises hydrogen atom, a metal (11) which is ionically bonded with hydrogen atom, and another metal (12) arranged between the metals (11). The metal (12) enables discharge of hydrogen atom from metal (11) and/or adsorption of hydrogen atom to metal (11).    USE - For supplying hydrogen used as energy source of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen storage material changes electronic configuration and spin state of hydrogen atom and ionically bonded metal, and controls bond strength of metal and hydrogen atom. Activated energy required to separate hydrogen atom from metal atom is reduced and hydrogen desorption temperature is lowered.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of the hydrogen storage material; and    (2) hydrogen desorption method of the hydrogen storage material, which involves electrically charging the hydrogen storage material and discharging hydrogen atom.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the structure of hydrogen storage material.    hydrogen atom (10)    metals (11,12)
NOVELTY - A refrigerant composition contains (in wt.%) propane (40-70), n-butane (10-40) and isobutane (5-30), with respect to the total weight of propane, n-butane and isobutane set as reference (standard).    USE - For refrigerator such as car air-conditioner (claimed), industrial-domestic air conditioner and gas heat pump-electrical heat pump.    ADVANTAGE - The refrigerant composition is safe, non-toxic and eco-friendly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of using the refrigerant composition for refrigerator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows propane/n-butane/isobutane ternary group binary vapor cycle system.    compressor (EQ1)    condenser (EQ2)    expander (EQ3)    vaporizer (EQ4)
NOVELTY - A dividing element (2) provided in a gas mixing chamber (5), divides the gas mixing chamber into upstream and downstream spaces (5a,5b). The C-shaped elements (1,3) are arranged in the downstream and upstream spaces of the gas mixing chamber and connected to each other through a hole (4) formed in the diving element. A supply port is provided at the downstream side of the chamber, to supply oxygen to the downstream space.    USE - Used for water vapor reformer, for reducing carbon monoxide concentration in hydrogen rich reformed gas.    ADVANTAGE - The mixing of the reformed gas and air is promoted. The structure of the selective oxidation apparatus is simplified. The selective oxidation apparatus is manufactured easily at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the selective oxidation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    C-shaped elements (1,3)    dividing element (2)    hole (4)    gas mixing chamber (5)    upstream space (5a)    downstream space (5b)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generation device has a modification portion (8) connected with a carbon monoxide transformation portion and carbon monoxide removal portion. The modification portion has a raw material supplying unit (9), a water supplying unit (10) and a heating unit arranged in order. The flow of modification portion is branched into several flows and then joined.    USE - For generating hydrogen used as fuel for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generation device has high durability and reliability, and enables generation of hydrogen using catalyst having improved durability and reliability. The flow of raw material in modification portion is uniformly carried out on catalyst, and overload of catalyst is prevented. The deterioration of catalyst is prevented, and modification is performed at improved efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of modification portion of hydrogen generation device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modification portion (8)    raw material supply unit (9)    water supply unit (10)    catalyst container (11)    catalyst layer (12)    branched path (22A)
NOVELTY - The lignocellulose type material is aggregated and moistured in aerobic conditions, so that fixed period deposition of aggregate is carried out until start of decay of the aggregate. The sediment is put into silo (1), and pure agar culture of water and mud or sludge is carried out to proliferate microorganism. The residue after production of methane gas are cultivated by anaerobic condition for methane fermentation.    USE - For producing methane gas used in generation of electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The decomposition rate of the sediment is fixed by agar culture of water and mud, resulting in uniform generation of methane gas. Since it is not necessary to prepare the mud or sludge whenever the decomposition occurs, the running cost is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for methane gas production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the profile of the methane gas production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    silo (1)    desulfurizer (2)    gas holder (3)    booster pump (4)    mist separator (5)
NOVELTY - The deodorization-degradation fermentation promoter contains aqueous silicic-acid solution and organic matter containing chitosan as an effective main component.    USE - For composting of organic matter such as livestock excrement, foodstuffs residue and sewage sludge (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The promoter enhances decomposition of organic matter in short time, reduces generation of unpleasant odor and enables high speed composting of organic matter.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for composting of organic matter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view of the composting apparatus.    composting apparatus (1)    storage tank (2)    stirring blade (3)    heating burner (6)    gas channel (7)    casings (8)
NOVELTY - A direct current high voltage is applied to titanium oxide-applied plate-shaped electrode and an acicular electrode. Titanium oxide on electrode is activated by generating ultraviolet ray having wavelength of less than 400 nm. Thus, odorant such as volatile compound is decomposed and deodorized.    USE - For decomposing and deodorizing odorant, such as volatile compound ejected from apartment houses.    ADVANTAGE - The malodor pollution is reliably excluded by decomposition and deodorization process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of titanium oxide-applied plate-shaped electrode. A metal plate used for flat plate electrode is washed with alkali ion water. A titanium oxide precursor containing titanium alcoholate as main component is applied to stainless steel plate. The plate is then baked in air bath at 140-350degreesC for 1 hour or more, and plate-shaped electrode is manufactured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view illustrating the decomposition and deodorization method using electrodes. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A method for the manufacture of industrial material such as carbon material from timber, in which timber is steam reformed and a reaction mixture containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen is produced. Carbon monoxide and hydrogen are reacted to obtain methanol and the obtained methanol is carbonylated to obtain methyl formate.    USE - The method is used for manufacturing industrial material such as methanol, ethanol, methyl formate, propanediol, lactic acid, pentose, hexose, carbon material and methane (claimed), used as raw material for organic chemicals, polyester resin raw materials and energy sources.    ADVANTAGE - The industrial material is lightweight and has excellent air permeability, water permeability and absorption capacity. The industrial material is manufactured economically at low temperature without using expensive installation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the manufacture of industrial material from timber. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    grinder (A10,A20)    heat exchanger (B10-B30)    combustor (D10,D20)    generator (E10)    air compressor (F10)
NOVELTY - The urban solid waste biomethanisation plant has a homogenizer and an impurities separator applied to the resulting aqueous suspension of the organic fraction of the waste. The suspension goes to a tank and a digester, and is recirculated from the separator to the homogenizer outlet tubes. The tank scrapes and collects the supernatant material, and separates it into solid and liquid fractions.    USE - In chemical engineering.
NOVELTY - The energetic fuel-cell system (1) comprising pile (15) of fuel cells with Nafion polymeric membrane, has an electrolyzer that produces hydrogen (3), and a controlling and managing unit (19) that controls and manages the pressurized hydrogen in a tank.    USE - Energetic fuel-cell system for electricity and water generation.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is produced by an integrated system of fuel-cell system, and various parameters in fuel-cell system can be checked and corrected under any condition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for process of controlling and managing energetic fuel-cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of main components of energetic fuel-cell system.    energetic fuel-cell system (1)    hydrogen (3)    air supply (11)    pile of fuel cells (15)    controlling and managing unit (19)
NOVELTY - Apparatus for degrading organic material comprises a container with a lid and a stirrer, an oil circulation pipe in the wall of the container, and a burner for heating the circulating oil. The lid has a relief valve connected to the burner, such that when the pressure at the relief valve reaches a predetermined value, a pressure regulator is activated and sends a signal to a fan to pass off-gas from the container to the burner.    USE - Apparatus for degrading organic waste, e.g. compost.    ADVANTAGE - Recycling the off-gas to the burner prevents odor emissions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Apparatus for degrading organic material comprises a container (1) with a lid (2) and a stirrer, an outlet valve (13) in the bottom of the container, an oil circulation pipe in the wall of the container, and a burner (3) connected to the oil circulation pipe. The burner is connected to an oil tank (6) and serves to heat the circulating oil, while the lid has an inlet valve (21) and a relief valve connected to the burner, such that when the pressure at the relief valve reaches a predetermined value, a pressure regulator (27) is activated and sends a signal to a fan (5) to pass off-gas from the container to the burner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows apparatus for degrading organic material as above.    Container (1)    Lid (2)    Burner (3)    Steam generator (4)    Fan (5)    Oil tank (6)    Outlet valve (13)    Inlet valve (21)    Pressure regulator. (27)
NOVELTY - The extruded coenzyme is fixed on a dung plate. The substrates are added into a reactor by an extrusion and a direct entry, which avoids a strong temperature gradient.    USE - Used for producing a bio gas. Used for an agricultural fermentation gas production.    ADVANTAGE - Provides an improved fermentation gas yield and effective. The anaerobic waste and anaerobic sludge fermentation is possible.
NOVELTY - A biological waste water treatment process has a number of discrete upward-cascading compartments, each containing a substrate (23) for a biological colony (1.11-1.14), where each compartment has an outlet linked to the next-stage inlet.    USE - Treatment assembly for waste water containing hydrocarbons, oils and grease.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly combines efficient removal of hydrocarbons, oils and grease with compact dimensions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Also claimed is a biological waste water treatment assembly in which oil and grease-contaminated effluent water is collected in a reservoir (2) linked to a bio-reactor (1) in conjunction with a regulation and control system, pipes and pumps. The bioreactor is operated at cleaning cycle intervals drawing water from the reservoir (2), and in rinse cycles with water drawn from the clean water reservoir (3).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the general arrangement of the cascade reactor.    Bioreactor (1)    soiled water reservoir (2)    clean water reservoir (3)    biological colonies (1.11-1.14)
NOVELTY - A feed gas mixture comprising methane and carbon dioxide (10% or more) is subjected to adsorptive gas separation process, to obtain purified methane product gas as a non-adsorbed light product gas. The purified methane product gas contains carbon dioxide (less than 5000 ppm).    USE - For adsorptive gas separation of purified methane product gas.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables production of enriched methane product gas.
NOVELTY - The paper has silicone layer, aluminum, semiconducting polymers, diamond and/or piezoelectric layer and high-density polyethylene, cellulose and/or polypropylene-fiber layer fixed together with ethylene-propylene adhesive film. The paper exhibits a recess reached up to the adhesive film. The filter is arranged between the paper rings (32a, 32b) and the filter with titanium dioxide or Indium tin oxide photo-catalytic layer is coated to the paper surface.    USE - Used for purifying wastewater in a sewage treatment plant.    ADVANTAGE - Effectiveness of the packing is increased. Wastewater purification is improved using the photo-catalytic layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPNEDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) bioreactor;    (2) purification plant with the bioreactor; and    (3) paper for the packing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a packing for sewage treatment:    Folded paper rings; (32a, 32b)    Active coal filter core; (34)    Active coal filter ring; (36)    Support ring; (50)    Concentric rings. (52, 54, 56)
NOVELTY - Desulfurizing a hydrogen- and/or hydrocarbon-containing gas comprises passing the gas through a bed of solid catalyst capable of decomposing hydrogen sulfide and/or mercaptans to form chemisorbed sulfur compounds, reactivating the catalyst, and periodically regenerating the catalyst to decompose the sulfur compounds and form sulfur. Decomposition and reactivation are performed at a temperature below the melting point of sulfur and regeneration is performed at a temperature above the melting point of sulfur.    USE - Desulfurizing hydrogen- and/or hydrocarbon-containing gases, e.g. natural gas, synthesis gas, methane or ethane.    ADVANTAGE - Performing the decomposition and reactivation steps at low temperature increases the sorptive capacity of the catalyst and reduces equipment and energy costs.
NOVELTY - The purified liquid is transferred as wastewater to a storage buffer container, which is retransferred to the percolator (2). A settling sediment and swimming items are separated in a buffer container (5) and/or a storage buffer tank (7). The fermentation is carried out by adding an immobilized bacteria.    USE - Used for the production of biogas and storage of percolation liquid (claimed). Used for the generation of electricity or heat production.    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple and the biogas is non toxic.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a biogas set by using the above method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows a biogas set:    Percolator (2)    Sieve base (3)    Pump (4)    Buffer container (5)    Biogas reactor (6)    Storage buffer tank (7)
NOVELTY - A biomass fuel block is a fuel block made from biomass material, which is characterized in that at center of such fuel block there is a central burning channel as the only air inlet.    USE - The material and apparatus are useful in full-utilization of regenerable energy resources from e.g. agricultural and forestry wastes, urban garbage and animal feces.    ADVANTAGE - With this design, difficulties of gathering and transporting the biomass, low-burning efficiency, and smoke and dust formed easily when burning can be solved. Furthermore, the fuel blocks can be obtained industrially in mass-production for commercialization cheaply and easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) an apparatus for burning the biomass fuel block comprising a burner at bottom of which there is an air inlet correspondingly communicable with the central burning channel in such fuel block so that the air entered can form an up-rising air-stream; and    (2) a method for burning the biomass fuel block by (a) placing the biomass fuel block into the apparatus with alignment of both air-inlets, (b) igniting the fuel block at its top or bottom, (c) introducing air into the central burning channel to form an upwardly-rising air current, and (d) gradually burning the combustible material.
NOVELTY - A covalently linked organic network comprises several boron-containing clusters and several linking groups. The linking group bonded to at least two distinct boron-containing clusters. The boron-containing clusters and the linking groups are arranged to form either a covalently linked organic framework or a covalently linked organic polyhedron.    USE - In lightweight, crystalline or semi-crystalline bulk products for gas storage applications and in building blocks.    ADVANTAGE - The network is lightweight inexpensive, and can operate under mild conditions that do not destroy the structural or physical properties of the building blocks that may be translated into the extended network.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The preparation of the network involves: self condensation of a monomer having at least one boronic acid groups; or reacting an aromatic polyalcohol with a compound having polyboronic acid groups.
NOVELTY - Preparation of 3-(2-(4-(6-fluoro-1,2-benzisoxazole-3-yl)-1-piperidinyl)ethyl-2-methyl-6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-4H-pyrido(1,2- a)pyrimidine-4-one (risperidone) involves reacting 6-fluoro-3-(4-piperidinyl)-1,2-benzisoxazole with 3-(2-iodoethyl)-2-methyl-6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-4H-pyrido(1,2-a)pyrimidine-4-one in a solvent in presence of acid neutralizing agent; and the crude product is precipitated by water and recrystallized.    USE - In the preparation of 3-(2-(4-(6-fluoro-1,2-benzisoxazole-3-yl)-1-piperidinyl)ethyl-2-methyl-6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-4H-pyrido(1,2- a)pyrimidine-4-one (risperidone) (claimed) for treating schizophrenia.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides risperidone in very high purity (99.86%) and yield (92%)l; and does not use hazardous solvent thus the recrystallization doesn't cause environmental problems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preparation of 3-(2-(4-(6-fluoro-1,2-benzisoxazole-3-yl)-1-piperidinyl)ethyl-2-methyl-6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-4H-pyrido(1,2- a)pyrimidine-4-one (risperidone) involves reacting 6-fluoro-3-(4-piperidinyl)-1,2-benzisoxazole with 3-(2-iodoethyl)-2-methyl-6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-4H-pyrido(1,2-a)pyrimidine-4-one in ketone solvent in presence of acid neutralizing agent; and the crude product is precipitated by water and optionally recrystallized from alcohol.
NOVELTY - A photocatalyst comprises a tetrahedrally-bonded oxide semiconductor having an energy band gap of 1.5 - 3.2 eV.    USE - In a photoelectrochemical (PEC) cell useful for decomposition of water (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photocatalyst is an improved semiconductor for use in PEC cells that are chemically stable, inexpensive and exhibit an energy gap as close as possible to the dissociation energy of water into hydrogen and oxygen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for production of a photocatalyst for the decomposition of water involving:    (A) providing a zincblende structure unit cell;    (B) doubling the zincblende structure unit cell in one direction; and    (C) replacing two column IIB zinc ions with one column IIB ion and one column IIIB ion to form a tetrahedrally-bonded semiconductor structure compound, or replacing two column IIB zinc ions with a metal ion that can achieve 1+ charge state and a metal ion that can achieve 3+ charge state to form a tetrahedrally-bonded semiconductor structure compound.
NOVELTY - The interstices are 300 microns wide. The lumens contain oxygen, air, methane, hydrogen, or carbon dioxide. The biofilm is microorganisms that oxidize and reduce organic and/or inorganic compounds.    USE - Used for the treatment of water waste.    ADVANTAGE - Cost effective, multiple reactions can be feed, and effective treatment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a biofilter system;    (2) a method for treating waste water by contacting with biofilter;    (3) a method for treating waste water by contacting with biofilter system; and    (4) a method for cultivating a biofilm filter.
NOVELTY - A ceramic monolithic multi-channel module support has feed flow channels distributed in parallel over a module cross-section.    USE - For separation processes (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive module support has easy connectivity with each other and flexibility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A ceramic monolithic multi-channel module support has a module hydraulic diameter of 9-100 mm, an aspect ratio of the module hydraulic diameter to a module length greater than 1, and feed flow channels (110) distributed in parallel over a module cross-section. The feed flow channels have a size and shape defining a channel density of 50-800 channels/in2 in a module frontal area, a channel hydraulic diameter of 0.5-3 mm, a rim distance having a thickness greater than 1.0 mm, and a percent open frontal area (OFA) of 20-80%. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a ceramic monolithic multi-channel membrane module (10) comprising a support, and a membrane film (140) disposed on the inner surfaces of each feed flow channel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of the inventive module.    Membrane module (10)    Feed flow channels (110)    Walls (114)    Membrane film (140)    Support (150)
NOVELTY - Producing methanol comprises feeding solvent containing a methanol catalyst to a column containing a liquid continuous phase.    USE - The process is useful for producing methanol.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Producing methanol comprises:    (A) feeding solvent containing a methanol catalyst to a column containing a liquid continuous phase;    (B) feeding a gas containing carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and hydrogen to the column below the catalyst containing solvent feed at a rate such that the gas is flowing upward in the column at a rate equal greater than 50% of jet flood to less than 100% of jet flood;    (C) contacting the carbon monoxide carbon dioxide and hydrogen in the presence of the catalyst in the column under conditions of temperature and pressure to concurrently (i) produce methanol and (ii) fractionate solvent and methanol;    (D) withdrawing methanol from the column as overheads; and    (E) withdrawing catalyst containing solvent from the column as bottoms.
NOVELTY - Microorganism and/or enzyme having decomposability of biodegradable resin, and an aqueous decompose-treatment liquid are contacted with biodegradable resin. The biodegradable resin is decomposed. The decompose-treatment liquid contains a water retention agent.    USE - For decomposing biodegradable resin for molded product, such as packaging material, agricultural material, civil engineering material, construction material, fishing material, motor vehicle component, household appliance component, tray, bag, bottle, vegetation mat, seedling bed and flower pot.    ADVANTAGE - The decompose-treatment of biodegradable resin is enabled within short period of time without affecting environment. The biodegradable fluctuation based on climate and quality of soil is prevented during decomposition of resin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for decompose-treatment liquid of biodegradable resin.
NOVELTY - Gas treatment equipment (1) has a dehumidifier (3) which dehumidifies fuel gas, and a bypass pipe (4b) which isolates the dehumidifier during washing. The dehumidifier has a sprayer (7) for washing liquid (8a) which washes the materials adhered to the dehumidifier, a washing liquid tank which supplies washing liquid to the sprayer, and a drain piping (10) which drains the washing liquid in the dehumidifier.    USE - Used in waste disposal systems for removing fuel gas from waste materials, such as municipal solid waste, car shredder dust, waste tires, waste plastics, construction waste materials, waste electronic office equipment and domestic electrical appliances, and waste substrates, and using the separated fuel gas for electric power-generating apparatus, such as gas engines and steam turbines.    ADVANTAGE - The gas treatment equipment enables efficient and rapid removal of materials adhering to the dehumidifier. The fuel gas separated by the mist separator is effectively used for electric power generating apparatus, and the alcohol can be recycled as an industrial source.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the washing of gas treatment equipment, which involves washing the materials adhered to the dehumidifier, by spraying the washing liquid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the gas treatment equipment.    gas treatment equipment (1)    dehumidifier (3)    bypass pipe (4b)    sprayer (7)    washing liquid (8a)    drain piping (10)    water storage tank (11)    alcohol storage tank (12)    separator (14)    piping (15)    discharge port (17)
NOVELTY - The biomass fuel (4) consists of a slurry obtained by mixing a liquid component (3) consisting of an oil component, and a solid component (2) obtained by carbonizing a plant.    USE - For boiler of power generation equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The biomass fuel has high storage efficiency and conveyance efficiency. Industrial utilization value of the biomass fuel is increased. Manufacture of the biomass fuel is performed efficiently and economically. Effective utilization of waste material is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart showing the manufacturing method of biomass fuel. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    palm husk (1)    solid component (2)    liquid component (3)    biomass fuel (4)    carbonization (S1)
NOVELTY - A refuse-derived fuel additive comprises a water absorbing resin.    USE - Used for refuse-derived fuel (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The proliferation of microorganisms such as bacteria by the moisture absorption of refuse-derived fuel manufactured from general waste or industrial waste, during preservation, is suppressed. The generation of combustible gas such as methane gas by putrefaction of refuse-derived fuel is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for refuse-derived fuel which contains the above additive.
NOVELTY - The contaminant resulting from oil component is decomposed using microorganisms. The decomposition speed of contaminant is promoted by injecting and dispersing a viscous descent substance of contamination oil component.    USE - For purification of contaminant resulting from oil components, such as carbon heavy oil.    ADVANTAGE - The decomposition method improves decomposition threshold value concentration of the contamination compound.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Microorganisms are oil-component decomposition microorganisms of Rhodococcus genus.
NOVELTY - A biomass gasification catalyst contains a nickel supporting zeolite catalyst.    USE - For gasification of biomass such as cellulose for manufacture of hydrogen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The gasification catalyst efficiently provides hydrogen from biomass on moderate reaction conditions, and suppresses generation of byproduct organic material. The catalyst suppresses generation of tar and carbon accumulation, and is inexpensive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen, which involves thermally decomposing biomass in presence of gasification catalyst.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen gas is dissolved in water in a gas-liquid mixing tank (12,23) by supplying water into the gas-liquid mixing tank filled with hydrogen gas, and water which dissolved hydrogen gas is drained into the exterior of gas-liquid mixing tank. Thus, the hydrogen wastewater is processed.    USE - For processing hydrogen wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently processes hydrogen wastewater and provides hydrogen gas, and is safe.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen water supply apparatus (11).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the hydrogen water supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen water supply apparatus (11)    gas-liquid mixing tanks (12,23)    hydrogen-gas supply pipe (27)    exhaust pipe (29)
NOVELTY - A fuel-gas odorization agent contains a cyclic carboxylic acid compound.    USE - For giving odour to a fuel gas composition (claimed) , e.g. liquefied natural gas, liquefied propane gas, industrial gas such as acetylene, hydrogen gas and dimethyl ether.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel-gas odorization agent is eco-friendly and exhibits favorable sensing effect with respect to fuel gas, and chemical stability. Catalyst poisoning of fuel-gas odorization agent is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel-gas composition containing the fuel-gas odorization agent.
NOVELTY - Deodorization device has aeration regions (23a-23c) that are provided at the lower surface of respective chemical solution deodorizing tanks (21a-21c), to carry out aeration of process target gas by air bubble with size of 30-50 micrometer, where stream isolation regions (24a-24c) made of metal net and woven bamboo basket net are arranged upwards of the inside of respective deodorizing tanks.    USE - The device is useful as a deodorization device (claimed) for use during garbage disposal.    ADVANTAGE - Deodorizing efficiency can be raised, without increasing the weight of the device, since effective removal of odoriferous component is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the deodorization device.    Chemical solution deodorizing tanks (21a-21c)    Aeration regions (23a-23c)    Stream isolation regions (24a-24c)    Gas discharge regions (25a-25c)    Chemical solution discharge valves (27a-27c)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generator obtains a product containing hydrogen by reacting water and hydrocarbon oil at 400-1000degreesC in the presence of a modification catalyst containing group VIII element as active metal. The hydrocarbon oil has sulfur content of 0.5 mass ppm or less, Reid vapor pressure of 70 kPa or less, and initial boiling point of 25-45degreesC. The blend ratio of water and hydrocarbon oil is 1-5 mol/mol.    USE - For fuel cell systems.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generator has excellent efficiency and durability, which are not reduced by deterioration of modification catalyst. The conversion ratio of hydrocarbon oil is maintained stably over a long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen generator comprises a steam-reforming type modifier, and obtains a product containing hydrogen as main component by reacting water and hydrocarbon oil at 400-1000degreesC in the presence of a modification catalyst containing group VIII element as an active metal. The hydrocarbon oil has a sulfur content of 0.5 mass ppm or less, a Reid vapor pressure of 70 kPa or less, an initial boiling point of 25-45degreesC, 50 vol.% distillation temperature of 65-95degreesC, 90 vol.% distillation temperature of 100-150degreesC, and an aromatic content of 10 vol.% or less. The blend ratio of water and hydrocarbon oil is 1-5 mol/mol.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of steam-reforming type modifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The fuel processing system has thermometry unit (30) for measuring temperature of fuel supplied from carbon monoxide removal device (1), and control unit (40) for controlling flow rate of oxidizing agent fed to carbon monoxide removal device, based on measured thermometry value. Carbon monoxide in fuel is removed by feeding fuel with oxidizing agent to removal device having container (101) with catalyst, which removes carbon monoxide.    USE - For processing fuel of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel processing system is simple and economical, and has high processing efficiency. The control method and control program effectively reduces carbon monoxide to less than a management value. The carbon monoxide removal device is stabilized also at the time of load change.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel processing system has a thermometry unit for measuring temperature of fuel supplied from carbon monoxide removal device, and control unit for controlling the flow rate of oxidizing agent supplied to carbon monoxide removal device, based on thermometry value measured by the thermometry unit. Carbon monoxide in the fuel is removed by supplying fuel containing carbon monoxide with oxidizing agent to carbon monoxide removal device, which has a container accommodated with catalyst, which removes carbon monoxide. The carbon monoxide reduced fuel is supplied to fuel utilization side. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) control method of fuel processing system; and    (2) control program of fuel processing system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the structure of fuel processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    selective oxidation device (1)    air meter (9)    thermometer (30)    control unit (40)    container (101)
NOVELTY - The biogas recovery system has an anaerobic fermenter which carries out anaerobic fermentation of biomass (1), a biogas recovery equipment connected to the fermenter, a bio-drying apparatus (11), and an incinerator (13). The drying apparatus weight-reduces and dries the residue (9) of anaerobic fermentation by microorganisms, and the incinerator incinerates the obtained dry residue.    USE - For recovering biogas, such as methane gas and hydrogen gas, from biomass, such as organic waste, resource crops, organic wastewater from foodstuff industries, paper manufacturing industries and stock raising industries, sludge of organic waste, excrement, and city sewage, and marine-product residue, for use in fuel cells and gas engines for electric-power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The system efficiently and economically recovers biogas from biomass, and incinerates the fermentation residue without requiring a supplementary fuel. The drying apparatus and incinerator are made compact. The amount of carbon dioxide generated by combustion is decreased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the biogas recovery system.    biomass (1)    hydrogen fermenter (2)    bio-drying apparatus (11)    residue (12)    incinerator (13)
NOVELTY - An organic refuse processing apparatus has a raising/lowering unit (2), a support unit, a pushing-up board and processing container, where unit (2) uses a pantograph mechanism and is installed on a base (5), the support unit has a support stand linking with the unit (2) and performs raising/lowering, and the board is installed at the upper surface of the support stand in a perpendicular direction.    USE - For processing organic refuse ejected from foodstuff industry and home.    ADVANTAGE - The organic refuse processing apparatus efficiently, simply, reliably and quickly performs processing of organic refuse.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic refuse processing apparatus has a raising/lowering unit (2), a support unit, a pushing-up board and a processing container. The unit (2) uses a pantograph mechanism and is installed on a base. The support unit has a support stand linking with the unit (2) and performs raising/lowering. The board is installed at the upper surface of the support stand in a perpendicular direction. The processing container is provided above the board. The bottom face of the container is thrust up during raise of the board. The processing apparatus processes organic refuse using a microorganism.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing organic refuse.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial cross-sectional perspective view of organic refuse processing apparatus.    case component (1)    raising/lowering unit (2)    pushing-up unit (3)    duckboard (4)    base (5)    mounting board (6)
NOVELTY - Organic waste is processed by wet methane-fermentation (2), evaporating-concentrating (3) moisture content in obtained digestive liquid, and oxidizing-decomposing organic matter by hydrothermal reaction. The organic waste is alkali treated (21) before wet methane-fermentation.    USE - For processing organic waste such as garbage, foodstuff waste material, livestock dung, sewage sludge, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The improved method enables to effectively process organic waste, using reduced amount of chemical agent and fuel at low cost. The amount of carbon dioxide gas or detrimental constituents such as dioxin discharge is reduced, generation of biogas is improved, and recovery of energy is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of organic waste processing method.    methane fermentation (2)    evaporation-concentration (3)    alkali treatment (21)    crushing (21a)    de-ammoniation (35)
NOVELTY - Waste gas containing fluorine compound is contacted with a low temperature plasma in the presence of a catalyst (8), and fluorine compound in the waste gas is decomposed. Fluorine compound containing waste gas is thus processed.    USE - For processing waste gas containing fluorine compound such as perfluoromethane, trifluoromethane, sulfur hexafluoride, perfluoro silane and nitrogen trifluoride ejected from semiconductor manufacturing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The method carries out decomposition of fluorine compound under mild processing conditions such as normal temperature and normal pressure. Special reaction agent is not required and the decomposition reaction is carried out efficiently and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalyst is aluminum phosphate, boron phosphate, titanium oxide and/or silicon oxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows outline the block diagram of example of decomposition device.    reactor (7)    catalyst (8)
NOVELTY - After molding powder which consists of inorganic oxide and/or inorganic hydroxide in which water content is adjusted in a molding machine, drying and/or baking is performed. Subsequently, at least one portion of oxide and/or hydroxide in the product is reduced under flowing condition, and fuel processing agent which consists of a metal-inorganic oxide composite is obtained.    USE - For manufacture of fuel processing agent for removing sulfur contained in fuels such as gas, gasoline and kerosene lamp oil. The fuel is used in fuel cell for moveable installations such as motor vehicles, and fixed installations such as home and office.    ADVANTAGE - Generation of water vapor at the time of reduction is controlled and metal component is reduced and is removed. Sintering of metal component and carrier component is suppressed, and the fuel processing agent having excellent adsorption capability of sulfur containing compound is obtained.
NOVELTY - A gasification catalyst is obtained by carbonizing a composite of dolomite and nickel salt. The amount of nickel in carbonized composite is 5-30 wt.%. The nickel component contained in composite is in dispersed state at the surface.    USE - For gasifying biomass and sewage sludge used for producing gas used as fuel for gas turbine and gas engine.    ADVANTAGE - The gasification catalyst efficiently enables gasification of organic substance. The coal tar fraction in gasification component is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of gasification catalyst, which involves mixing soluble nickel salt and dolomite, carrying out complex reaction to produce nickel salt, adding carbonate, performing carbonation reaction of mixture, and drying and baking reaction product; and    (2) gasification processing system, which has a gasification catalyst introduced to a gasifier for carrying out heating combustion of organic to-be-gasified component, and gasifying component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow chart of manufacturing process of gasification catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Device for composting of plant waste comprises a receptacle, a lid comprising a shutter fixed on another shutter with groove assembled on a pin to swivel round a geometrical axis of rotation.    USE - The device is used for composting plant wastes (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Easy to open and close the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows the composting device:    Receptacle; (2)    Cover; (3)    Shutters. (12, 13)
NOVELTY - Dry fuel for combustion is made of a combination of dried grape skins and crushed dried grape seeds from which the oils are released and combined with the dried grape skins in pellet form.    USE - Process to produce fuel burning pellets from dried grape skins and seeds.    ADVANTAGE - The process provides a use for previously unused residues. Further claimed is that the fuel is of high quality and leaves little ash.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a process to produce fuel pellets in which the grapes are crushed to release the juice, followed by separation of the juice from the grape skins and grape seeds. The grape skins and seeds are first washed and then dried at a temperature below 60 degrees C. Prior to crushing of combined skins and seeds to release the oils from within the seeds, other dry fibrous residues e.g. grain husks are admixed to the dried skins and seeds. The resulting mass is then pressed into pellets.
NOVELTY - The decomposition of waste liquids and solids by a bacterial solution has Benign E bacterium with Candida pseudotropicalis, Lactobacillus deibruekii, Actinomycetes, culture medium, honey sugar and underground water homogenised in aqueous medium 15000 and 55000. The 8000, 7000, 5000, 10000, 15000 and 55000 ppm proportions of the respective constituents have inoculation to initiate benign microorganism growth.    USE - In applied chemistry.
NOVELTY - The agglomerates has a size of less than 0.1 microns and a pore size of 4-10 Nm, which has a specific pore volume is 30-250 mm3/g. The transition metals have a wt.% of 0.01-40.    USE - Used for the transformation of hydrocarbons, the isomerization of paraffins and the dimerization of olefine (claimed), in petrochemical and refinery industries.    ADVANTAGE - The reaction at low temperatures with high conversion, very good catalytic activity and acidity, increased reaction speed, and the aluminum binders has increases mechanical stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) the production of a catalyst; and    (2) catalysts.
NOVELTY - The container (11) has a base (1) having recess which is installed with fuel reformer (9) for producing reformed gas containing hydrogen from fuel. A discharge pipe (5b) connected to the recess, discharges the reformed gas from the fuel reformer. A supply pipe (5a) connected to the recess, supplies fuel into the fuel reformer. A gas absorbent (10) is placed in the recess, for absorbing the gas within the recess.    USE - Container for holding fuel reformer (claimed) in fuel cell system used in mobile telephone, personal digital assistants (PDA), notebook personal computer, digital camcorder, digital still camera.    ADVANTAGE - The container maintains good inner vacuum degree and has small power generation loss.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the container for fuel reformer.    base (1)    supply pipe (5a)    discharge pipe (5b)    fuel reformer (9)    gas absorbent (10)    container (11)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell system performs catalyst regeneration process at the side of cathode of fuel cell (2) when flow of oxidant gas is reduced to less than regular request in relationship with the fuel gas, to reduce cell voltage of fuel cell to predetermined voltage.    USE - For electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst regeneration process is performed reliably, hence output capability of the fuel cell is maintained appropriately.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method for recovering poisoning of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (2)    electrolyte film (11)    compressor (21)    valves (24,33,35)    gas supply source (31)
NOVELTY - A heat exchange reactor for carrying out endothermic or exothermic reactions, comprises housing defining an external reactor wall (1), heat transfer tubes (2) arranged within the housing for the supply or removal of heat in catalyst beds (3, 3') disposed at least outside the heat transfer tubes and built-in elements (4) disposed in the outer periphery of the catalyst bed.    USE - For carrying out endothermic or exothermic reactions, e.g. steam reforming of hydrocarbon feedstocks (claimed) for the production of synthesis gas comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide.    ADVANTAGE - The built-in elements reduce the amount of catalyst at the regions near the external reactor wall. They effectively lower the catalyst area and at the same time may add heat transfer area for heat removal or cooling. A more uniform temperature distribution across the whole bed of the reactor and in particular near the external reactor wall is achieved. Because the temperature toward the external reactor wall can be kept at the same level as in the center of the reactor, more even process conditions are achieved and a higher process gas conversion may be obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross sectional view of a cylindrical heat exchange reactor.    Reactor wall (1)    Heat transfer tubes (2)    Catalyst beds (3, 3')    Built-in elements (4)
NOVELTY - Energy conversion using biomass in an open circuit comprises reacting biomass with engine exhaust gas to produce synthesis gas, separating condensate, splitting the synthesis gas into two streams (S1 and S2), subjecting S1 to shift conversion and passing it through a molecular sieve to separate hydrogen, combining the hydrogen with S2 for synthesis of hydrocarbon fuel and passing unconverted gas to the engine as a fuel or to another unit as a heating medium.    USE - Energy conversion using biomass.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) open circuit system for energy conversion using biomass, comprising an internal combustion enegine, a thermochemical reactor for synthesis gas production, a cooler for separating condensate from the synthesis gas, a shift conversion reactor, a molecular sieve and a synthesis reactor;    (2) internal combustion engine for use in an open circuit system as above, comprising a carburetor, at least one cylinder with a piston and a combustion chamber and intake and exhaust valves, an ignition system, and an injection system for post-ignition injection of a substance containing long-chain hydrocarbons to crack the hydrocarbons.
NOVELTY - The gold (0.1-10 wt.%) has a size of less than 5 nm and the hydroxide has a specific surface area of more than 150 m2/g. The metals are Ti, Fe (III), Co, Zr and Ni. The reaction is carried at 50-250degreesC. The hydrogen-rich: is formed by reforming a hydrocarbon/methanol; has a 30-80 mole % of hydrogen, a mole ratio of H2O is 2-10 and oxygen is 0.5-2 to CO.    USE - Used for removing carbon monoxide from a gas mixture.    ADVANTAGE - The gold has fast reaction rate, high selectivity, excellent CO adsorption power at room temperature and high CO oxidation activity.
NOVELTY - Polynucleotide encoding a polypeptide having the sequence comprising 1316 amino acids (SEQ ID NO: 4) or the amino acid sequence including substitution, deletion or insertion of one or several numbers of amino acid residues and having a larvae growth inhibiting or insecticidal effect on a Scarabaeidae insect is new.    USE - The sequences and method are useful for controlling Scarabaeidae insects.    ADVANTAGE - The method allows biological control of Scarabaeidae, avoiding the environmental impact of chemical pesticides which, while very effective, require heavy dosing to give a good kill rate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (i) a vector comprising a polynucleotide as above; and    (ii) a transformant into which is introduced a polynucleotide as above.
NOVELTY - Generation of hydrogen comprises injecting gas into second end of resonant cavity; applying electromagnetic energy to an inside portion of first end of cavity; forming a plasma discharge inside the second end of the cavity by interaction of the electromagnetic energy and the injected gas; and emitting hydrogen gas out of the cavity.    USE - For generating hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The method is more efficient in generating hydrogen from ammonia type gas in concentrated zones. It can break down gas such as ammonia in one pass completely with all heat going into the ammonia and little heat escaping the system. It can generate hydrogen on demand from an easily storable source. It uses anhydrous ammonia, which is a cheap, easy to handle raw material in a cracking process that produces hydrogen on demand. It allows instant identification of the presence of hydrogen by interacting or using chemicals, such as ammonia, or natural gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Generation of hydrogen comprises providing a resonant cavity having two ends and the space between the two ends divided into two portions by a dielectric diaphragm; injecting gas into the second end of the cavity; applying electromagnetic energy to an inside portion of first end of cavity; forming a plasma discharge inside the second end of the cavity by interaction of the electromagnetic energy and the injected gas; and emitting hydrogen gas out of the cavity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the plasma reactor assembly.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen production apparatus has fuel-supply unit (1) to supply fuel containing dimethyl ether, modification portion (3) for modifying fuel and producing reformed gas containing hydrogen, water-removal portion (5b) for removing portion or whole of water contained in reformed gas and carbon monoxide removal portion (6) for removing portion or whole of carbon monoxide contained in reformed gas from which water is removed.    USE - In fuel cell system (claimed) used as power supply for portable electronic devices such as notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus effectively reduces concentration of carbon monoxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system, which has fuel-supply unit for supplying fuel which passes through wall surface of flow path, modification portion at which the modification catalyst which promotes modification, carbon monoxide shift portion (4) at which shift catalyst which promotes shift reaction by which carbon monoxide and water are converted to hydrogen and carbon dioxide, water-removal portion, carbon monoxide removal portion at which methanation catalyst for promoting methanation by which carbon monoxide is converted into methane and water, fuel battery cell (7) which generates electric power using hydrogen generated by modification and shift reaction and oxygen in atmosphere.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel supply unit (1)    modification portion (3)    carbon monoxide shift portion (4)    water-removal portion (5b)    carbon monoxide removal portion (6)    fuel battery cell (7)
NOVELTY - The method involves de-sulfurizing a sulfur-compound-containing liquid fuel at 80degreesC or less, using a desulfurizing agent. The desulfurizing agent is formed by supporting active-metal components chosen from group IX, X and XII elements, on a support.    USE - For manufacturing method of hydrogen used for fuel cell system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Desulfurizing of thiophene containing one or more benzene rings, is performed easily and efficiently. The sulfur content in liquid fuel is removed efficiently, economically and stably for long period of time. Manufacture of hydrogen is performed efficiently and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of hydrogen. After performing sulfur removal of sulfur-compound-containing liquid fuel, the desulfurized fuel is subjected to partial modification, auto thermal modification or steam reforming to obtain hydrogen; and    (2) fuel cell system which uses hydrogen obtained by the above method, as raw material.
NOVELTY - The wastewater containing decomposition-resistant substance is processed by microorganisms and subsequently processed by high concentration activated sludge method.    USE - The method is useful for treating wastewater such as foodstuff industrial wastewater such as shochu-liquor distillation lees, bean paste, soy sauce, refined sake, beer, sugar manufacture, confectionery and rice-washing water of cookhouse, human waste and livestock excrement.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables economical treatment of wastewater of even high concentration of decomposition-resistant organic substance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow sheet of treatment of wastewater. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Acceptance tank (A)    Brusher (B)    Stock solution storage tank (C)    Preprocessing tank (D)    Aerator (E)
NOVELTY - Alkali bio-processing of highly concentrated organic waste liquid having biological oxygen demand (BOD) of 10-1000 ppm and chemical oxygen demand (COD) of 1000 ppm or less involves treating the waste liquid with alkali at pH more than 9 for short period, followed by fermenting the alkali treatment material under alkaline conditions.    USE - The method is useful for biological processing highly concentrated organic waste such as waste liquid from food industries, sugar manufacturing units, rice washing water, human waste and livestock excrements.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables easy and economical processing of highly concentrated organic waste. The method is eco-friendly in nature.
NOVELTY - A bio-deodorizing tower (9) deodorizes biochemically the odor generated in the exhaust gas using microorganisms. A cooler (19) cools coolant used for shower ring of exhaust gas by a wet scrubber (8) so that the temperature of the exhaust gas supplied to the tower from the scrubber is maintained to optimal temperature irrespective of the temperature of vapor generated with the sludge drying machine.    USE - The apparatus is useful in a sludge drying machine.    ADVANTAGE - The deodorizing effect is improved and is maintained for long time period, by maintaining the optimal temperature of the exhaust gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow process diagram of the deodorizing apparatus.    Fan (7)    Wet scrubber (8)    Deodorizing tower (9)    Steam separator (10)    Cooler (19)
NOVELTY - An apparatus having organic-refuse stirring chambers (A,B) between which a wall (3) with air circulation path (4) is provided, is new. The chambers have fans (12a,12b) for suction of external air. A cover (9) covers the upper surface of each chamber. A net-like structure (10) is suspended or accommodated with respect to the cover.    USE - For processing organic refuse discarded from restaurant, school, home, hospital.    ADVANTAGE - The organic refuse is processed rapidly and efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the organic-refuse processing apparatus.    wall (3)    air circulation path (4)    cover (9)    net-like structure (10)    fans (12a,12b)
NOVELTY - Methane-fermentation microorganisms are adhered to a bioreaction material (3) with porous columnar components (5) arranged in horizontal direction, in gaseous phase in up-down direction. An organic wastewater is flowed into the bioreaction material and acid generation reaction of organic material is carried out in low oxygen atmosphere. The organic material is removed and methane is produced. Thus, organic wastewater is processed.    USE - The method is useful for methane fermentation processing of organic wastewater, e.g. sewage and industrial wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The organic wastewater is processed efficiently and generated methane gas is recovered continuously and steadily. The methane-fermentation microorganisms with slow proliferation rate, have long residence time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for methane-fermentation processing apparatus (1) of organic wastewater.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the methane-fermentation processing apparatus of organic wastewater. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Processing apparatus (1)    Bioreaction material (3)    Porous columnar components (5)    Liquid introduction property sheet (6)    Exhaust gas path (16)
NOVELTY - A gas discharger consists of an ejection feeder (3) provided internally to an exhaust passage (2) whose one end is connected to inner surface of a pressure container (1). A blade (6) rotates vertically for introducing the hydrated gas (H) conveyed by an upper conveyor (5) that rotates vertically along the inner surface of the pressure container, to the exhaust passage.    USE - For generation of hydrated gas such as methane gas, natural gas, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The need for outer cylindrical container is eliminated and installation is simplified. Thus a large cost reduction is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the whole profile of hydrated gas generation apparatus.    pressure container (1)    exhaust passage (2)    ejection feeder (3)    upper conveyor (5)    blade (6)    rotating disc (7)    Hydrated gas (H)
NOVELTY - A reformer comprises: at least one reaction plate having a channel in its surface; a cover plate disposed on the surface of the reaction plate; a bonding part formed between the reaction plate and the cover plate to integrally fix the reaction plate and the cover plate to each other; and a heat processing part adapted to reduce a contact area between the reaction plate and the cover plate formed outside the channel, to control thermal energy supplied to the reaction plate.    USE - As a reformer for a fuel cell (claimed) e.g. polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell (PEMFC).    ADVANTAGE - The reformer is a plate type reformer and contains the reaction plate with a channel having and the heat processing part outside the channel bonded integrally fixed with a cover plate for controlling the thermal energy supplied to the reaction plate. Thus is capable of directly exchanging the heat between its parts and can compactly embody the entire fuel cell system, as compared to the conventional reformer for fuel cell system in which the heat source and the reforming reaction part are separately distributed from each other and connected through pipes.
NOVELTY - A unit (1) for the removal of waste material (7) comprises a closed ring channel (2) and an inductive plasma generator (3). Preferably the generator comprises a quartz tube (12) and a water-cooled magnetic coil (5).    USE - As a unit and process for removing waste material (claimed) especially infectious and poisonous waste as from hospitals.    ADVANTAGE - Any waste, especially infectious material is simply and safely disposed of.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process to remove waste material using the above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A cross-sectional drawing of the object is shown.    unit (1)    ring channel (2)    plasma generator (3)    magnetic coil (5)    waste (7)    quartz tube (12)
NOVELTY - A methanol petrol fuel as clean resource consists of petrol 30-70, methanol 25-70 and other assistants. The process is carried out by mixing. Its advantages include high power, good cold start, resources saving and no environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses ion precursor liquor adopting halogen negative ion as negative ion. The negative ion loses its electron at positive pole producing halogen simple substance (such as bromine), meanwhile producing hydrogen and hydroxyl ion at negative pole. As the film electrolysis is adopted namely the positive and the negative films, the ions can only enter corresponding pole through films so to eliminate reaction pollution. The production only consumes electricity, which is of low cost, non-pollution and the real ion liquor green preparation.
NOVELTY - The method of preparing biodiesel oil by using the coupling technology in reaction separating course. It relates to the new craft of preparing biodiesel oil (fatty diethylene glycol dinitrate) through the ester exchange reaction of vegetable oil and higher alcohols, and belongs to chemical industry craft technology field. It includes: the ester exchange reaction of vegetable oil and higher alcohols; the separation of product fatty diethylene glycol dinitrate, glycerol and reaction mixed liquid; the separation of product fatty diethylene glycol dinitrate, glycerol and higher alcohols; the separation of fat diethylene glycol dinitrate and glycerol; the condensation backflow of fatty alcohol; and the separation of glycerol. It makes the circumvolving higher alcohols carry out the product fatty diethylene glycol dinitrate and glycerol through higher reaction temperature, and realizes the separation of outcome and reactant; the non-homogeneous phase catalyst stays in the actor, and don't need to have following process to the catalyst. The invention realizes the coupling of reaction and separation courses, speeds up the speed of non-homogeneous phase reaction,and avoids the problem of the following process to catalyst in the homogeneous phase process. Besides it can save production cost, and improves the producing performance of biodiesel oil.
NOVELTY - The reactor for producing biofuel oil through three-cone dual water inner cooling biomass flash pyrolysis. It can be used for solving the problems when producing biofuel oil that the low conversion rate of biomass, the cool of axis, the entered material won't carbonize, the condensed equipment body has much heat energy wasted; the invention is comprised of the three heat carrier flow-in pipe and material-in pipe equipped on the wall of the main reactor, cooling water pipe of material-in pipe, two-double fixed cone, outlet pipe, heat carrier current collection board, fuel oil burner, fuel gas burner, heat carrier outlet pipe, inner canister, and turning cone, sprocket wheel and electrical machinery, and axis cooling in-out water pipe; there equips cone cap at the bottom inside the turning cone, outside the axis there equips axis protecting jacket, and inside the axis protecting jacket there is axis cooling water getting in and out through the axis cooling in-out pipe. The invention is used to produce biofuel oil. Advantages: high biomass conversion rate, good axis cooling effect; the materials won't carbonize, and the heat energy of outflowing high heat gas won't flow away.
NOVELTY - The method comprises respectively cutting material into pieces, comminuting, and filtering, adding material unsuitable to produce carbonization into the upper layer converse fire gasifying stove cavity as its gasifying fuel; adding gasifying material suitable for producing biomass charcoal into the carbonizing stove cavity equipped on the nether layer; produce biomass fuel gas and get biomass carbonized products. Its main structure is: there equips upper layer converse fire gasifying stove cavity and nether layer carbonizing stove cavity in the stove body. Its advantages are: its biomass carbonized fuel gas value can get to 5000 - 6000 KJ/h, add the produced biomass charcoal into water-soluble macromolecule cementing agent after comminuted to process into machine-made charcoal by mechanism extrusion; it can replace the carbonized produces of previous wood charcoal; its structure is simple and reasonable, and is convenient to operate; besides its processing material quantity is large, carbonization speed in stove is high and its efficiency is high.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a kind of method of using scrap tea-leaf zymolysis to produce tea garden appropriative organic fertilizer. Make the waste residue brought by the tea beverage producing factories and the tea-leaf brought by the tea production as tea polyphenol factories have anaerobic and aerobic animalcule ferment, dry, produce grains, powder and pack into product. The fermented tea-leaf contains 30% organic matter, and over 5.5% nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Its humus can meliorate soil, and increase soil penetrability. The fertilizer contains a small quantity of tea effective component as tea polyphenol, so it can restrain the activeness of urea enzyme, reduce the accumulation of nitrous acid. It is tea garden slow releasing fertilizer of good performance, and can increase the tea output by over 10%. It can be applied in organic tea garden and ordinary tea garden as organic fertilizer.
NOVELTY - Biological treating technology of organic waste water or sewage, and is especially the biological hydrogen preparing process with organic waste water. The biological hydrogen preparing process includes introducing organic waste water to reactor with anaerobic hydrogen generating bacteria, and collecting and separating hydrogen; outputting the solution from the anaerobic fermenting reactor to regulating pond, and adding alkaline matter to regulate pH of solution to 6.5-7.0; and feeding the solution into photosynthetic reactor with photosynthetic hydrogen generating bacteria, and collecting and separating hydrogen for the second time. The said process has the fatty acid and alcohol produced in the anaerobic fermentation utilized fully in the second hydrogen production. The present invention has high hydrogen producing efficiency and high purification of organic waste water.
NOVELTY - A non-failure biogas fermentation tank and biogas liquefied fuel and bio-compound fertilizer producing method, where the sewage gas and related resources produced in pig farms are utilized. A catalyst auxiliary solvent and a special-purpose equipment are employed for liquefying the sewage gas into alkane liquefied gas with methane as the main constituent, and a three-stage microbiological biochemical enzyme series modulation method is employed for finely processing the solid methane.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a methane generation installation and a sewage water processing method by using the installation, wherein the installation comprises a feeding chamber, a fermentation chamber and a gas storage chamber, the feeding chamber is arranged on the side wall of the fermentation chamber, the gas storage chamber is arranged on the top of the fermentation chamber, the fermentation chamber is provided with barrier plates vertically for separating the fermentation chamber into multi-stage fermentation areas, the fermentation chamber is also provided with a clean water outlet on the upper portion.
NOVELTY - Plant (I) to produce hydrogen from a feed gas (A) comprising short chain hydrocarbons, comprises reactor means defining channels to treat (A) (where the channels and their interconnections are such that the successive treatment stages includes pre-heating (A), subjecting a mixture of steam and the heated (A) to reform and subjecting the gases produced by reforming to the water gas shift reaction).    USE - (I) is useful for producing hydrogen from a feed gas comprising short chain hydrocarbons (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) is thermodynamically efficient.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Plant (I) for producing hydrogen from a feed gas (A) comprising short chain hydrocarbons, comprises reactor means defining channels for treating (A) in three successive stages (where the channels for treating (A) in each case are adjacent to respective heat transfer channels, and the channels and their interconnections is such that the successive treatment stages includes: (a) pre-heating (A), (b) subjecting a mixture of steam and the heated (A) to reform in the presence of a reforming catalyst, while providing heat from adjacent channels in which combustion occurs in the presence of a combustion catalyst and (c) subjecting the gases produced by reforming to the water gas shift reaction in the presence of a shift catalyst, while removing heat into adjacent channels to generate steam). An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for obtaining hydrogen from (A) comprising making use of (I).
NOVELTY - A tanker comprises several storage compartments containing liquefied natural gas (LNG) and at least one compartment containing olefins. The compartments suitable for shipping of LNG are provided with re-liquefaction technology to condense at least part of the LNG boil-off, and at least one compartment is provided with refrigeration so that it is suitable for shipping of olefins.    USE - For co-shipping of liquefied natural gas and olefins.    ADVANTAGE - The tanker has the ability to ship either LNG in all its compartments or to ship olefins in at least one compartment and LNG in the remaining compartments. Thus the tanker is flexible enough to ship the maximum amounts of cargo, and reduces the cost of LNG shipping. All or part of the boil-off from the LNG compartments is utilized as fuel to generate electricity for the refrigeration units when olefins are present in the compartments.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The refrigeration requirement for the olefin compartment is provided either directly or indirectly from the LNG.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) unloading LNG and olefins from a tanker involving: providing both LNG import terminal and olefin import terminal such that they can be both connected to the tanker, and unloading LNG and olefins from the tanker to the respective terminals;    (2) loading LNG and olefins to a tanker involving: providing both LNG export terminal and olefin export terminal such that they can be both connected to the tanker, and loading LNG and olefins from the tanker to the respective terminals;    (3) production and loading of LNG and olefins on to a tanker involving: liquefying natural gas in an LNG process to produce LNG, cracking a paraffinic hydrocarbon containing feedstock in a cracking process to produce olefins, and loading the LNG onto the tanker.
NOVELTY - Biogas is produced from organic waste by digestion of the organic waste in a first reactor, hydrolysis of the digested organic waste in an anaerobic hydrolysis tank, and digestion of the hydrolyzed organic waste in a second reactor. The evolved gases are removed from the anaerobic hydrolysis tank.    USE - For producing biogas from organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - The invention has improved efficiency and economy. It can substitute industrial waste with other materials, e.g. other low-energy waste materials. It has increased yield for economically feasible conversion of organic waste into biogas without the addition of chemicals, enzymes, or water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a biogas producing facility comprising a first reactor for holding organic waste for production of biogas by digestion and having an output for digested waste, and an anaerobic tank connected to the first reactor (3, 3b) output for anaerobic hydrolysis of the digested waste and having an output for hydrolyzed material that is connected to an input of a second reactor for adding hydrolyzed material to the content of the second reactor and wherein a gas is passed through the headspace of the anaerobic hydrolysis tank (6) for removal of gases from the hydrolyzed waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates containers and their interconnections in a biogas producing facility.    Reactor (3, 3b)    Hydrolysis tank (6)    Heat exchanger (16, 18, 20)
NOVELTY - A single pot process for producing a biodiesel, comprises mixing a feedstock with an alcohol and an acidic catalyst in the presence of a water scavenger or water adsorbent for effective esterification of free fatty acid to fatty acid ester; and adding an alcohol and a basic catalyst into the resultant mixture to trans-esterify triglycerides to fatty acid ester, where the fatty acid ester thus produced is capable of being used as biodiesel.    USE - The inventive process is used for producing a biodiesel (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process avoids lower yield and effluent, is time efficient, and effectively produces the biodiesel without the process complications.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A single pot process for producing a biodiesel, comprises mixing a feedstock with an alcohol and an acidic catalyst in the presence of a water scavenger or water adsorbent for effective esterification of free fatty acid to fatty acid ester, where the fatty acid ester is obtained as a mixture of fatty acid ester and triglycerides; and adding an alcohol and a basic catalyst into the resultant mixture to trans-esterify the triglycerides to fatty acid ester, where the fatty acid ester thus produced is capable of being used as biodiesel.
NOVELTY - A post foaming oral care mousse comprises a dentifrice composition (c1) containing surfactant and humectant optionally flavorant; and a compressed liquid propellant (1 - 6 wt.%) that has a boiling point less than -10degreesC optionally with abrasive. (c1) has a viscosity of less than 30000 (preferably 18000 - 23000) centipoises.    USE - In oral care to treat, prevent or ameliorate oral diseases.    ADVANTAGE - The mousse is dispensed as a gel that expands at least 100 (preferably at least 200) vol.% in less than 5 (preferably 3) seconds. Upon application of the mousse to a user's oral cavity, the flavor release peak height of the mousse (Pm) at 60 seconds is greater then the flavor release peak height of a control composition (Pp) containing the same flavorant. The difference between Pm and Pp is 25 - 40 (preferably greater than 30)%. The average rate of flavor release is 4000 - 20000 units/sec in the initial 60 seconds after application to the oral cavity. The mousse provides unique aesthetic, olfactory and gustatory benefits while also optionally providing the consumer with the therapeutic benefits similar to or better than conventional dentifrices; when dispensed and exposed to atmospheric pressure, exhibits a minimal or insignificant amount of foaming immediately upon release but develops foam after an initial period of 0.1 - 1 seconds. The time delay of foaming leads results in a perceptible delay in the onset of foam after dispensing when compared to other aerosol type containers and dispensers that develop foam upon exit from the dispensing valve. Advantageously, this delay reduces or eliminates foaming at the point from which it is dispensed, for e.g., the dispensing valve.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a system for dispensing an oral care mousse, comprising a dentifrice containing (c1), and dispenser containing a dual propellant assembly (preferably piston assembly or bag-in-can assembly).
NOVELTY - A hydrogen generation assembly comprises pressure vessel to receive a heating fuel and a hydrogen-production fluid; heating fuel; hydrogen-production fluid; hydrogen-producing region adapted to receive hydrogen-production fluid from pressure vessel and to produce a stream containing hydrogen gas as a majority component; and heating assembly to receive heating fuel from pressure vessel and to combust the heating fuel.    USE - For producing hydrogen gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generation assembly produces pure hydrogen gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen generation assembly comprises pressure vessel to receive a heating fuel and a hydrogen-production fluid; heating fuel within the pressure vessel for delivery under its own pressure to a heating assembly; hydrogen-production fluid within the pressure vessel at least separate from the heating fuel for delivery to a hydrogen producing region under pressure applied by the heating fuel; hydrogen-producing region adapted to receive the hydrogen-production fluid from the pressure vessel and to produce a stream containing hydrogen gas as a majority component; and heating assembly to receive the heating fuel from the pressure vessel and to combust the heating fuel.
NOVELTY - An oxidation/reduction catalyst composition comprises metal oxide possessing more than one oxidation state (70-98.9 wt.%), at least two precious metals (0.1-15 wt.%), and promoter metal oxide (1-15 wt.%). One precious metal is ruthenium, and at least one of the precious metals is platinum, palladium, gold, rhodium, or silver. The promoter metal oxide is iron oxide, nickel oxide, cobalt oxide, or tungsten oxide.    USE - The catalyst composition is used for oxidation of CO and hydrocarbons and the reduction of NOx in gaseous environments at 200-500degreesC. It is useful for treatment and control of post combustion emissions, e.g. for emission control of CO, hydrocarbon and NOx emissions. It may be used in diesel and natural gas applications and in non-automotive pollution sources.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive catalyst composition enables oxidation of methane emissions to carbon dioxide (CO2) for natural gas fueled vehicles at lower exhaust gas temperature. The lower light-off temperature for CO and hydrocarbons enables more efficient catalytic conversion to CO2 at lower cost. A tin-oxide base wash-coat on a ceramic substrate minimizes loss of coating through cracking, peeling or dusting mechanisms. The precious metal (PM) coatings are on the top surface and are enabled to be more efficiently used, requiring less PM resulting in lower PM costs. The mixed precious metals result in more efficient oxidation/reduction catalyst and may be applied in one step.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for oxidation of carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrocarbons and reduction of nitrogen oxides (NOx) at 200-500degreesC, by exposing a gaseous mixture comprising CO, hydrocarbons and NOx to the above catalyst composition.
NOVELTY - A direct methanol fuel cell liquid fuel comprises methanol and water to be supplied to an anode (101) of a direct methanol fuel cell, where an electrical resistance of the liquid fuel is 5x105 to 1x107 Omega-cm at 25degreesC.    USE - For a direct methanol fuel cell system (claimed) for use in portable electrical devices.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive liquid fuel has reduced total content components adversely affecting electricity generation efficiency for improving electricity generation performance of a fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a direct methanol fuel cell system comprising fuel cell unit including a proton conductive polymer electrolyte membrane (102) held between an anode and a cathode (103), a passage for supplying a liquid fuel to the anode, and a passage for supplying an oxidizer gas to the cathode and a fuel cell stack obtained by stacking fuel cell units, or fuel cartridge (4) storing the liquid fuel to be supplied to the anode, where the liquid fuel contains methanol and water and has an electrical resistance of 5x105 to 1x107 Omega-cm at 25degreesC.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of a structure of direct methanol fuel cell system in the invention.    Membrane electrode assembly (1)    Passage plate (2)    Cathode passage plate (3)    Fuel cartridge (4)    Liquid supply pump (5)    Gas supply pump (6)    Anode (101)    Electrolyte membrane (102)    Cathode (103)
NOVELTY - Method involves rubbing raw material without separating wastes; decanting; mixing centrifugate with sediment and solid residue produced after extracting of Mortierella nigrescens micromycet biomass in predetermined sequence; repeatedly decanting; introducing into centrifugate extract produced after first extraction of the same biomass with the use of non-polar extractant in above-critical state; heating; packing and subjecting to thermal processing for obtaining of base product.    USE - Canned food industry.    ADVANTAGE - Improved quality of base product.3 ex
NOVELTY - Method involves rubbing raw material without separating wastes; decanting; mixing centrifugate with sediment and solid residue produced after extracting of Mortierella dichotoma micromycet biomass in predetermined sequence; repeatedly decanting; introducing into centrifugate extract produced after first extraction of the same biomass with the use of non-polar extractant in above-critical state; heating; packing and subjecting to thermal processing for obtaining of base product.    USE - Canned food industry.    ADVANTAGE - Improved quality of base product.3 ex
NOVELTY - A voltage switching device (3) switches power supply voltages supplied to raise respective temperatures which does not sensitize hydrogen and combustible gas, which sensitizes only hydrogen, and which sensitizes hydrogen and combustible gas, for predetermined periods. An arithmetic unit calculates concentration of hydrogen and hydrocarbon gas based on output from contact burning gas sensor (4) according to power supply voltage.    USE - Gas detector for reformation type fuel cell in electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Drift resulting from stability improvement is corrected and over time change of gas sensor is avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the gas detector. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric power supply (1)    timing signal generator (2)    voltage switching device (3)    contact burning gas sensor (4)    load resistors (5)
NOVELTY - Bean curd lees raw material is mixed with powdered coppiced timber or wooden branch. The formed mixture is molded to form a solid fuel of arbitrary shapes, sizes and hardness according to its use.    USE - As solid fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The solid fuel is inexpensive since it uses industrial waste such as bean curd lees as raw material. The solid fuel prevents global warming, and can be formed into arbitrary shapes and sizes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows reference drawing of rectangular fuel. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel main portion (1)    air hole (2)
NOVELTY - A desulfurizing apparatus has a desulfurizer (1) and desulfurizer (2) arranged at downstream of desulfurizer (1). The operation temperature of desulfurizer (1,2) is normal temperature and 100degreesC or more, respectively.    USE - For hydrogen production apparatus (claimed) used for manufacturing hydrogen-containing gas from liquid petroleum gas, used as fuel for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The desulfurizing apparatus has high desulfurization capability. The hydrogen production apparatus has reduced size.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    desulfurizer (1,2)    normal temperature desulfurizing agent (1a)    heating desulfurizing agent (2a)    modifier (3)    vaporizer (4)
NOVELTY - A raw material is dry distilled in a pyrolysis furnace (1) and molding lump is manufactured. The molding lump is classified by sieving with pressure, and binder is added to minus sieve components. The components are returned to pyrolysis furnace and dry distilled.    USE - For manufacture of molding lump used for processing of waste material (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The molding lump is simply manufactured with high strength.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for waste material melting processing method, which involves carrying out processing of waste material using molding lump in a waste material melting furnace.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of manufacturing process of molding lump. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    pyrolysis furnace (1)    screw conveyor (2)    magnetic separator (3)    sorter (4)    classification machine (5)    dust separator (9)
NOVELTY - Quartz or silicate of soda and a compound containing aluminum, are mixed and melted. The molten mixture is slow-cooled and quartz glass is obtained. The quartz glass is hydrothermal processed and polycrystal lens is obtained.    USE - For manufacture of polycrystal lens useful as solid electrolyte used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The process provides quartz with sufficient aluminum content for use as a solid electrolyte for fuel cells. The polycrystal lens formed from the quartz has better stability than the polymeric electrolyte films that are generally used.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polycrystal lens.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of manufacture of polycrystal lens. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The decomposition-resistant substance contained in the wastewater is decomposed into easily decomposable substance by microorganism. The easily decomposable substance is then processed by high concentration activated sludge method. Thus, wastewater treatment is carried out.    USE - For treating wastewater such as high concentration organic wastewater such as foodstuff industrial wastewater ejected from sugar manufacture industry, and industries that manufacture foodstuffs such as bean paste, soy sauce, refined sake, beer and confectionery. Also used for treating domestic wastewater, livestock excrement and human waste.    ADVANTAGE - The high concentration organic wastewater is treated economically, without generation of by-products. The method suppresses generation of surplus sludge. Since the generation of solid content is suppressed, the cost for incineration disposal of separated solid content is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow sheet for wastewater treatment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    acceptance tank (A)    crusher (B)    stock-solution storage tank (C)    pre-processing tank (D)    aerators (E,F,H,I)    solid-liquid separation machine (G,J)    water-quality adjustment tank (K)
NOVELTY - Scallop viscera is recycled by pre-processing the internal organ portions of scallops and adjusting the moisture content to 15% or less, and carbonizing within a pyrolysis furnace.    USE - Used for recycling of scallop viscera, and for producing carbonized material.    ADVANTAGE - The process enables the efficient removal of toxins, heavy metals and unpleasant odor components, and renders the scallop viscera harmless. The recycling process is performed simply and efficiently.
NOVELTY - Bacillus genus microbe of FERM AP-20240 strain is new. The microbe enables efficient decomposition of fat and oil containing waste material.    USE - For processing fat and oil containing waste material such as scum and sludge ejected from restaurants and foodstuff factories, livestock farming waste materials, fishery waste materials, waste water treatment material, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The fat and oil containing waste material is decomposed and composted efficiently by the Bacillus genus microbe (FERM AP-20240 strain) having excellent lipolysis property. The fat and oil contained in the waste material is processed efficiently in short period.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for processing of fat and oil containing waste material, which involves using Bacillus genus microbe of FERM AP-20240 strain.
NOVELTY - The siloxane analyzer has an optical fiber comprising barium fluoride, that allows only infrared rays of the wave number 1250cm-1-770cm-1 to pass through.    USE - For analyzing concentration of siloxane in siloxane-containing biogas produced during biological treatment of organic waste produced in sewage disposal plant, foodstuffs factory, beer manufacturing factory, livestock breeding farm.    ADVANTAGE - Enables analysis of siloxane concentration in biogas, in real-time with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for analysis method of siloxane in siloxane-containing biogas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the siloxane analyzer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A lignocellulose-type material is ground into fine-chip aggregate, and moisture is added. A fixed period deposition is carried out until decay start. Mud/sludge is added to the sediment and the contents are cultured under anaerobic conditions at temperature suitable for methane fermentation. A broth is added to agar, while carrying out pure agar culture of mud/sludge, before adding to sediment, when removing methane gas.    USE - For producing methane gas used for electricity generation (claimed) in fuel cells, and as method for decaying woody ground material.    ADVANTAGE - The method uses a lignocellulose-type material, mud, and sludge as raw materials, which economizes the process. The method enables efficient generation of methane gas in large quantities. The generated methane gas is stored efficiently and safely, and is directly combined and used for fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A lignocellulose-type material not subjected to processing or decomposition and unsuitable as foodstuffs or foodstuffs raw material, is ground into fine-chip aggregate. Moisture is provided to the aggregate under aerobic conditions, maintaining the shape of the chip. A fixed period deposition is carried out until the start of decay is partially recognized by adhesion of rotting fungi. The sediment is put into a tank, and mud or sludge (20 wt.% or more) is added with respect to the weight of water and sediment. The tank contents are cultured under anaerobic conditions at a temperature suitable for methane fermentation. A broth is added to the agar, while carrying out pure agar culture of mud or sludge, before adding mud or sludge to the sediment, when removing methane gas from the tank. The mixture is added to the sediment and generation of methane gas is promoted.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electricity generation by supplying methane gas to the raw material for fuel cells.
NOVELTY - Producing ethanol by fermentation from wood type biomass, comprising hydrolyzing wood type biomass, fermenting the hydrolyzed liquid with the mixture of pentose fermentative bacteria and yeast, and producing ethanol, is new.    USE - For producing ethanol by fermentation from wood type biomass such as waste building materials (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient, rapid and inexpensive production of ethanol from wood type biomass such as waste building materials.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph representing ethanol production results. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Conversion of waste from a mushroom cultivation bed into ethanol comprises drying the mushroom waste cultivation bed using a drying machine, grinding with a grinder, performing cellulase-saccharification of the ground waste and performing ethanol fermentation of produced glucose using microorganisms, is new.    USE - The method is used for conversion of mushroom waste cultivation bed to ethanol.    ADVANTAGE - The waste from mushroom cultivation beds produced after cultivation of mushrooms using wood biomass as an energy resource, is effectively recycled and utilized, and ethanol is produced easily and economically with high yield, and at moderate manufacturing conditions.
NOVELTY - An anaerobic biodegradation process for treatment of human waste at low temperature in the hilly areas where ambient temperature drops to sub-zero, is claimed. The process involves the development of an anaerobic microbial consortium having ability to ferment the organic wastes at a temperature as low as 5degreesC. For the human waste degradation, the bacterial consortium is inoculated in the biodigester chamber in complex anaerobic condition (devoid of oxygen), which is the ideal environment for functioning of the bacteria. To provide the required temperature for the bacteria, the biodigester is completely housed in soil (60-90 cm below the ground level) and cow dung is layered two feet around the biodigester.
NOVELTY - A container (10) for drying biomass (fuel) (1) etc., with air channels, air duct (3) and delivery system with stirrer (8), also has ventilation slots (9) through which hot air from the combustion unit off-gas can be forced over the container contents (1).    USE - For drying biomass ( e.g. wood chips) prior to use as fuel in a combustion unit.    ADVANTAGE - Enables biomass to be dried and delivered to the combustion unit with the least possible expenditure of energy, by using hot air from the combustion unit off-gas and continuously removing the top layer of dried material. This system can increase the efficiency of a heating unit by up to 25%.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Diagram of biomass dryer.    air duct (3)    discharge channel (7)    ventilation slots (9)    drying container. (10)
NOVELTY - A circulating impact sewage gas generator, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A circulated impacting marsh gas generator can be used for marsh station. Inlet pipe is arranged on top over in marsh gas pool, new slag zone and old slag zone are partitioned by partition wall in marsh gas pool, bottoms of new slag zone and old slag zone are inclination with middle high and boarder low, feed is located on one side of marsh gas pool, of which end connects with new slag new. Slag pipe is located on bottom of old material zone in marsh gas pool, which connects with inlet of residual pool. Circulating water pump pipeline is connected between outlet of residual slag pool and inlet of high water pool, direct pipe is arranged on bottom of high water pool to bottom of new slag zone. It is simple and saves electricity.
NOVELTY - A circulating impact sewage gas generator with slagging in pool bottom, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A circulated impacting and slagging marsh gas generator on pool bottom can be used for marsh station. New slag zone and old slag zone are partitioned by partition wall in marsh gas pool, the bottom is funnel shaped, outlet on bottom is communicated with slag pipe, lower end of feed is communicated with new slag zone, slag pipe is located on marsh gas pool bottom which connects with new slag zone and outlet on bottom of old slag zone, end is connected to inlet of residual slag pool. Circulating water pump is connected between outlet of lower end of high pool and outlet on bottom of marsh gas pool, direct pipe is arranged on bottom of gas tank to new slag zone of marsh gas pool. It achieves higher efficiency and no environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a method which uses plasma to improve the glue performance between the interfaces of straw and urea-formaldehyde resin. The method is that put the crop straw which is waiting for dispose into a modified room containing a certain degree of vacuum, put the gas according to proper flux to produce plasma, the gas changed into plasma when it passes yield device, adjust the dispose power of plasma yield device, and make the plasma acts on the surface of the crop straw a certain time, so we can realize the modified dispose, and improve the glue performance between the interfaces of straw and urea-formaldehyde resin. The method is operated simply, has low cost, good effect and environmental protection, can widely used into the field about the produce of straw manmade board.
NOVELTY - Steam is contacted with source gas containing light hydrocarbon, and low temperature steam reforming is carried out. 2C or more hydrocarbons in the source gas are converted to methane. Oxygen is added to the steam reformed product and partial oxidation is carried out, to obtain synthesis gas containing carbon monoxide and hydrogen.    USE - For manufacturing synthesis gas containing carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon.    ADVANTAGE - The safety of the operation by partial oxidation is improved and self combustion of the hydrocarbons is suppressed. The amount of oxygen used for the partial oxidation is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for manufacturing synthesis gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the synthesis gas manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    desulfurization reactor (2)    pipe (3)    heat exchanger (6)    low temperature steam reformation device (8)    mixer (12)
NOVELTY - The stack has fluid passages with different opening areas extending through a side of metal separators. A recess (46) is formed near a fuel gas discharge passage (30b) with a small opening area among the passages. A cell voltage terminal (48) is provided in the recess that is provided on a side of one separator. An oxygen-containing gas discharge passage is provided at a longitudinal end of the separator.    USE - Used for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The recess is formed near the fuel gas discharge passage with the small opening area to make sufficient space for the recess without reducing opening area of the oxygen-containing gas supply passage, and hence reducing pressure loss in the oxygen-containing gas supply passage to efficiently carry out power generation. The cell voltage terminal is provided in the recess that is provided on the side of the separator, thus preventing the terminal from protruding outwardly from the side of the separator, and hence reducing a space required for installing a cell voltage detector, thereby reducing overall size of the stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a partial exploded perspective view of a fuel cell stack.    Oxygen-containing gas discharge passage (28b)    Gas discharge passage (30b)    Recess (46)    Cell voltage terminal (48)    Cell voltage detector (50)
NOVELTY - System and method for treating organic waste material, is new. Kitchen wastes, soil and an adjustment material are mixed to a specified C/N ratio. Oxygen is provided for cultivation of aerobic microorganisms. After a fermentation process at a high temperature environment, the organic waste material is processed into a compost, and the waste gas produced during the high temperature fermentation process is deodorized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - System and method for treating organic waste material, is new. Kitchen wastes, soil and an adjustment material are mixed to a specified C/N ratio. A sufficient amount of oxygen is provided for cultivation of aerobic microorganisms. After a fermentation process at a high temperature environment, the organic waste material is processed into a compost, and the waste gas produced during the high temperature fermentation process is deodorized by a deodoring unit. Finally, the compost is palletized and packaged. Thus, a complete process is used to achieve a better deodoring effect and a better fermentation effect according to the invention, and the organic fertilizer produced can be used directly.
NOVELTY - A treatment method for selecting microorganism is applicable on a biological sludge, in which the biological sludge has microorganism biodiversity. The invented method comprises adding a pH adjustment agent to the biological sludge to adjust the pH value of the biological sludge; and adding an organic matrix to activate the microorganisms. Furthermore, the present invention discloses a method for generating hydrogen, which is applicable in a reactor containing a biological sludge, in which the biological sludge has microorganism biodiversity, and the method comprises: adding a pH adjustment agent to the biological sludge to adjust the pH value of the biological sludge; adding an organic matrix to the biological sludge to produce hydrogen; and colleting the hydrogen produced.
NOVELTY - Invention relates to physicochemical and biological methods for treatment of land, coastal zone, and water surface to remove oil and oil products. Treatment of polluted surface is accomplished by dispersing it with jet consisting of 0.1-10% aqueous solution consumed at a rate of 10 to 100 L/m3 of active substance. The latter is prepared by mixing: (i) aerobic and anaerobic microorganisms destroying hydrocarbon components, in particular concentrate of bacteria isolated from activated sludge originated from refinery biological waste water treatment stations; (ii) additives stimulating vitality of oil-oxidizing bacteria containing agar-agar and gelatin; and (iii) surfactants, in particular anionic biodegradable phosphorus- and potassium-containing substance (Oksifos). Percentages of components are as follows: 2-10% (i), 2-10% (ii), 35-40% Oksifos, and the rest - water.    USE - Oil pollution elimination.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced pollution elimination efficiency. 4 tbl
NOVELTY - Application of bacterium Desulfovibrio sp. strain for wastewater purification from heavy metal ions is disclosed. Claimed strain is isolated from heavy metal ion-containing wastewater of galvanic industrial enterprises. Purification method has effectiveness of about 99.9 %.    USE - Industrial microbiology, in particular new sulfide-producing bacterial strain.    ADVANTAGE - Method for wastewater purification from heavy metal ions of improved effectiveness.
NOVELTY - Claimed method includes wastewater treatment with microorganism association comprising Fusarium sp. strain cells and Bacillus subtilis strain cells in ratio of 1:1. Method of present invention allows degradation of acrylic acid polymeric derivatives in wastewater from chemical plants.    USE - Biotechnology, chemical industry.    ADVANTAGE - Improved method for biological wastewater purification.1 dwg, 4 tbl, 3 ex
NOVELTY - Endothermic reaction chamber for oxidation/reduction of carbon and calcium monoxide, comprises ovens whose interior is heated by elevated quantity of thermal energy produced by hydrogen batteries (1273 K) to facilitate endothermic reaction.    USE - The chamber is used for oxidation/reduction of carbon and calcium monoxide to produce hydrogen and simultaneously electrical energy (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention allows industrial production of hydrogen and simultaneously electrical energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Endothermic reaction chamber for oxidation/reduction of carbon and calcium monoxide, comprises ovens whose interior is heated by elevated quantity of thermal energy produced by hydrogen batteries (1273 K) to facilitate the endothermic reactions: 2C (s) + 2H2O (g) = 2CO (g) + 2H (g), or CO (g) + H2O (g) = CO (g) + OR 2 CO (g) = O2 (g) + 2CO (g).
NOVELTY - Melting gasification of a waste material is directly carried out by oxygen-containing gas without using combustion aid of carbonaceous material. The oxygen/fuel ratio rate of a burner (4) is raised to oxygen-enrichment side, and slag formation property of slag produced in furnace (2) is improved. Thus, the gasifier is operated.    USE - For operating waste material melting gasifier used for melting and gasification of municipal solid waste and industrial waste.    ADVANTAGE - The slag formation property of molten slag in furnace is effectively improved, and troubles generated due to slag exhaust defect are prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for waste material melting gasifier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of waste-material melting gasifier.    furnace bottom portion (1)    homogenization furnace (2)    refractory material (3)    burner (4)    slag discharge port (5)    copper water-cooled zone (7)    nature-shaped refractory (8)
NOVELTY - A solid polymer electrolyte film (2) deforms by pressure of hydrogen. A cathode power supply layer (3) made of elastic material and contacted with upper surface of electrolyte film, deforms according to deformation of electrolyte film. An anode power supply layer (4) contacted with lower surface of electrolyte film, contains titanium powder sintered compact, resists the pressure and maintains shape of electrolyte film.    USE - For generating high pressure hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The gap between cathode power supply layer and solid polymer electrolyte film, is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of high pressure hydrogen generating apparatus.    high pressure hydrogen generating apparatus (1)    solid polymer electrolyte film (2)    cathode power supply layer (3)    anode power supply layer (4)    cathode side separator (5)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has pipings (19A,19B) branched from water line (18), connected to nozzles (14A,14B) in reaction tank (12) through pressure indicators (44A,44B) and shut-off valves (46A,46B), and heaters (48A,48B) provided in circumference of nozzles. A CPU which opens the valve (46A) for spraying water in the tank, closes the valve and operates heater when pressure in nozzle exceeds preset value due to obstruction.    USE - For generating natural gas hydrate.    ADVANTAGE - The obstruction of nozzle can be released rapidly, and productivity is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The CPU opens shut-off valve of other nozzle when shut-off valve of one nozzle is closed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the hydrate generating apparatus.    reaction tank (12)    nozzles (14A,14B)    water line (18)    pipings (19A,19B)    pressure indicators (44A,4B)    shut-off valves (46A,46B)    heaters (48A,48B)
NOVELTY - A pressure control valve (7) reduces pressure of outlet gas (6) of hydrogen separated-type reformer (1). An exit modifier (8) modifies the outlet gas passed through a pressure control valve. A burner (10) of the hydrogen separated-type reformer, burns the outlet gas passed through the exit modifier.    USE - Hydrogen-production system.    ADVANTAGE - Thermal efficiency is improved and problem of waste water treatment is avoided, while achieving size reduction of hydrogen-production system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen-production method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a conceptual diagram of hydrogen-production system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen separated-type reformer (1)    outlet gas (6)    pressure control valve (7)    exit modifier (8)    burner (10)
NOVELTY - The processing apparatus has wastewater supplier (1), aerator (2), solid-liquid separator, reverse-osmosis membrane separator (9), and de-nitrifier (4). The aerator nitrifies organic nitrogen compound in wastewater by microorganisms, and separator solid-liquid separates mixture in aerator. The membrane separator separates water separated by separator into permeated water and concentrated water which is then de-nitrified.    USE - For processing wastewater containing organic nitrogen compounds, such as amine and ammonium, emitted by semiconductor and liquid-crystal manufacturing processes of electronic industries.    ADVANTAGE - The processing apparatus reduces the organic-matter source required for de-nitrification, which reduces the volume of de-nitrifier. The pH decrease in the aerator by nitrification is prevented. The apparatus is compact since the need for a sedimentation tank is eliminated. De-nitrifying bacteria is held in the de-nitrifier in high concentrations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The processing apparatus has a wastewater supplier (1), an aerator (2), a solid-liquid separator, a reverse-osmosis membrane separator (9), and a de-nitrifier (4). The aerator accepts wastewater from the supplier and nitrifies the organic nitrogen compound in wastewater by microorganisms by aeration processing. The separator solid-liquid separates the liquid mixture in the aerator. The membrane separator separates water separated by the solid-liquid separator into permeated water and concentrated water. The de-nitrifier biologically de-nitrifies concentrated water, to obtain de-nitrified treated water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the systematic diagram of the processing apparatus.    wastewater supplier (1)    aerator (2)    de-nitrifier (4)    filter (8)    reverse-osmosis membrane separator (9)
NOVELTY - Measuring method of sludge dehydrogenase activity for biological waste water treatment. The measuring method includes three work processes of conventional sample preparation, standard curve making and sample measurement. In standard curve making process, the reductant si 10-20 % concentrationNa2S.9H2O solution; and in sample measurement process, mixed liquid compounded in conventional method is first cultured, then separated and added with acetone to extract TF, and finally mixed and color compared. Compared with available technology, the present invention has simple standard curve making, raised TF stability and accuracy, high reliability, and other advantages.
NOVELTY - A biological fuel and process for preparation, wherein the biological fuel is prepared from a predetermined proportions of diesel or kerosene, aliphatic acid, water and modifier through the steps of mixing, heating to 70-80degreesC, charging modifier, and stirring 5-10 minutes.
NOVELTY - Decomposing biomass into micromolecular gas by directional thermochemical conversion, which integrates the overall procedure of the biological mass gasification, which includes the steps of entering gasification stove from feed opening, reacting in gasification stove, and gas production. The invention provides a method fitting various fluid bed gasification stoves, and a 'four-zone' method is employed.
NOVELTY - A nano high-energy environment-protecting liquid fuel uses soybean oil as main raw material, and is obtained by: decoloring soybean oil, adding ethanol and sodium hydroxide to make ester exchange reaction, removing glycerine from oil, adding toluene, ferrocene, nano titanium dioxide liquor, perfume compound, chromium salicylate, ethylene glycol, polyglycol and nitrate so as to obtain the invented product.
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a method of modified atmosphere storage by utilizing microorganism. Air composition in a package container can be altered by carbon dioxide generated by carbohydrate fermentation through microorganism metabolism. The steps comprise (a) preparing hydrocarbon into an aqueous solution; (b) adding an adequate amount of microorganism into the aqueous solution of the step (a); (c) performing a reaction in the aqueous solution of the step (b) at an adequate temperature; and (d) introducing the gas generated in the step (c) into a package container. Alternatively, the aqueous solution of the step (b) can be wrapped by a material that is gas-permeable but not water-permeable, which is then placed into a package container requiring modified atmosphere storage so that modified atmosphere storage can be conducted.
NOVELTY - Microbial production of hydrogen under anaerobic conditions that converts carbohydrate-rich waste into hydrogen gas under anaerobic conditions. The hydrogen gas can be directly used as a fuel, converted into electricity via fuel cells, or as industrial hydrogen after purification.
NOVELTY - C4-hydrocarbon fractions obtained by cracking and/or pyrolysis of hydrocarbon feedstock in presence of amine-type extractant are subjected to rectification additionally involving butylene-isobutylene fraction resulting from butylene-to-isobutylene isomerization and containing 30-70% butylenes, 25-65% isobutylene, and 3-8% butanes. Weight ratio of C4-hydrocarbon fractions to added butylene-isobutylene fraction is 1:(3-7).    USE - Petrochemical processes.    ADVANTAGE - Increased separation efficiency.3 ex
NOVELTY - Methods of sanitary-hygienic control over infectivity of marine water, are new.    USE - Microbiology.    ADVANTAGE - Improved accumulating method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method for accumulation of Listeriosis microorganisms (Listeria monocytogenes) involves culturing Listeria in an enrichment medium at temperature 18-20 degreesC, in which the enrichment medium comprises a solvent and nutrient base. Sterile marine water is used as a solvent, and mineral salts in mother solutions are used as the nutrient base as mg/l of distilled water, in which 1 l of the enrichment medium consists of 5 mother solutions and sterile marine water.    The method provides more complete detection and recording of extrabody populations of Listeria inhabiting in marine water.
NOVELTY - Invention is directed to using microbiological methods in petrochemical field and can be used to simultaneously prepare vitamin-rich biomass and dewaxed component of motor fuel. Method of invention consists in that yeast, preparing Candida maltoza, is grown under aeration conditions nutritive medium composed of, mg/L: phosphorus 120.0, potassium 20.0, magnesium 33.0, iron 20.0, zinc 6.0, manganese 2.9, residual nitrogen 190.0, and petroleum distillates, as carbon source wherein ratio of n-alkanes to aromatic hydrocarbons ids 1:(1-3). Cultivation is carried out in flow mode at flux velocity 0.12-0.3 h-1.    USE - Biotechnology.    ADVANTAGE - Increased yield of biomass and protein content therein at no loss in quality of motor fuel.1 tbl, 2 ex
NOVELTY - Detecting leakage location of methane gas of a submarine water area environment, comprises monitoring the proliferation behavior of methane-oxidizing bacteria and/or metabolic response of methane-oxidizing bacteria.    USE - For detecting leakage location of methane gas of submarine water area environment, such as sludge deposited on sea bottom waste sludge, lakes and marshes, and rivers.    ADVANTAGE - The leakage location of methane gas of submarine water area environment is detected efficiently and rapidly by proliferation behavior and metabolic response of methane-oxidizing bacteria, which utilizes methane as carbon source.
NOVELTY - A triphasic biomethanation process, to convert starch or sugary agricultural feed stock into a methane rich gas mixture for facilitating generation of biogas to be used as kitchen fuels, electrical power or transportation from renewable biomass in a cost-effective manner. The process brings about conversion of starch-rich or sugar-rich biomass into methane through three stages, namely, hydrolysis, acidogenesis and methane formation. The present invention deploys enzymes/physical/microbial parameters to hasten the hydrolytic reaction in the first stage. It also deploys microbial consortia that have been enriched for a targeted feed in order to speed up the process of conversion. The formation of alcohol from starch is prevented, as a result of the consortia deployed, the conversion efficiency is substantially improved and the retention time is also reduced to cut the capital cost of the plant.
NOVELTY - A biotechnological process for recovery of hydrocarbons from oily sludge using Bacillus subtilis involves homogenization of oily sludge by treating the oily sludge by agitation with kerosene-water mixture or with diesel-water mixture in a ratio of 1:5.1-1:6.2 at 30-50 degreesC, growing culture of B. subtilis (ATCC 21331) in 1% glucose as carbon source for 18 hours to obtain fermented broth containing acetoin acting as de-emulsifying agent to provide de-emulsified sludge, and separating hydrocarbons from the de-emulsified sludge by centrifugation.
NOVELTY - Automatic loading system for organic material fermentation tunnel deposits an additional medium comprised of a selected organic matter deposited in the entrance of each organic material fermentation tunnel over a load already deposited in each tunnel, where the tunnels are arranged in several routes, is new.    USE - For organic material fermentation tunnels used in selection or separation installations for solid waste (claimed).
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses one process of preparing hydrogen with biomass fast cracking oil.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The biomass fast cracking oil as main material and the Ni/Al2O3 catalyst are water vapor catalytically reformed under proper reaction temperature, reaction pressure, reaction time and other technological conditions to prepare synthetic gas with rich hydrogen content. The present invention provides one way for producing hydrogen and lays foundation for the subsequent processing of biomass cracking oil and the development of biomass resource.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a method for preparation of fuel oil, specifically to a material formulation of alcohol diesel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The technical project is as following: (1) preparing diesel mixed liquid, adding oleic acid, petroleum acid or naphthenic acid of 10% (all below being volume ratio), one kind or the mixture of several kinds to diesel of 70-75% , and mixing homogeneously; (2) preparing alcohol mixed liquid, adding aminoethyl alcohol of 1-1.2% and naphthenic acid of 0.6-0.8% into alcohol solution, and mixing homogeneously; (3) magnetizing and shearing the (1) and (2) mixed liquid, and mixing to react and generate alcohol diesel. The alcohol is the industrial alcohol, with an alcohol content of 10-15%. The prepared alcohol diesel fits to diversified grade of diesel, every index fitting national standard completely by check, cost low, technique mature and simple, burning sufficient, waste gas emission low, having a good extension outlook.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a method for preparation of fuel oil, specifically to say to a material formulation of alcohol diesel. It contains the material ingredient of volume ratio as following: diesel 70-75%, oleic acid, petroleum acid or naphthenic acid of 10%, alcohol 15-20%.    ADVANTAGE - The prepared alcohol diesel fits to diversified grade of diesel, every index fitting national standard completely by check, cost low, technique mature and simple, burning sufficient, waste gas emission low, having a good extension outlook.
NOVELTY - The fuel oil for internal combustion engine is prepared through preparing liquid methane with biological waste, timber, and other waste plant material; and then mixing the prepared methane with ethanol, gasoline purifying and saving agent and tert-butyl methyl ether to prepared fuel oil. The fuel oil may be used in available gasoline engine to replace gasoline without needing any altering. The present invention has the features of rich material source, high product quality, low cost and capacity of large scale production.
NOVELTY - A catalytic cracking microblasting activator is composed of surface activator, water, catalyst. The process is to mix the material in front of the lift pipe snoot, then to form the water-in-oil emulsion, next to initiate the microblasting with the catalyst.    USE - It can improve the yield of petrol + light diesel oil + liquid gas, the productive rate of propylene, ethane + propylene + butylenes and the content of the H2S.    ADVANTAGE - It can decrease the productive rate of charred coal, H2, hydrogen-methane and the content of the thiol.
NOVELTY - A marsh gas pool made of three materials without leakage of water and gas is composed of a main body made of prefabricated concrete members, a nylon film layer as a sandwich for preventing leakage of water and gas, and an external clay layer.
NOVELTY - A thermocracking catalyst for increasing the output of ethene and propene is proportionally prepared from clay, meso-porous SiAl material, inorganic oxide and the zeolite with MFI structure.
NOVELTY - A separation process for the propene and propane enriched catalytic cracked gas includes compressing to 10-14 atm, alkali washing, removing acidic gas, drying and C3 prefractionating in a fractional tower to obtain H2, methane, ethane, ethane and propene components from tower top and the propene, propane and C4 components from tower bottom.
NOVELTY - The thermally insulating ellipsoid methane pool of glass fiber reinforced plastic is made with special glass fiber reinforced plastic material and through improved technological process. It is used for hydraulic methane fermentation of automatic rotational flow, pneumatic stirring and continuous dynamic fermentation. The methane pool has also provided wind energy/heat energy converter and solar heat utilizing device for the application of the methane pool in cold area. The methane pool has methane output one time higher than concrete pool, and other advantages. It is suitable for use in countryside yard and ecological park.
NOVELTY - A system for producing biofertilizer by aerobic thermophilic composting of human or animal waste or other organic matter, in which the liquid waste is pumped on to a rotated raised bed served by a conveyor, is new.
NOVELTY - Thermal decomposition of methane involves using a catalyst consisting of the intermetallic compound neodymium-nickel (NdNi5).    USE - For simultaneous production of carbon nanotubes and pure molecular hydrogen (claimed) useful in combustion engines and fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The use of neodymium-nickel as catalyst causes carbon to nucleate and to grow in the form of nanotubes, preventing its growth as graphite and/or amorphous carbon. The catalyst is not poisoned quickly. The catalyst provides a constant yield over time and allows the nanotubes to be easily separated and purified from the residues of catalyst. The thermal decomposition process does not produce carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide, and provides molecular hydrogen as the only gas product and carbon as the only solid product, with high added value that the carbon nanotubes are materials of considerable technological interest. As a result, the methane decomposition process using the specified catalyst, satisfies the requirements of fuel cells for carbon monoxide content of less than 30 ppm, for ecologic compatibility and for the criteria of energy saving.
NOVELTY - The fuel modifier (7) has an electroconductive pipe (12) used as ground electrode, a mixed gas flow path (14) for inducing mixed gas (13) of fuel and air into pipe (12), and high-voltage electrode (15). The high voltage is applied between electroconductive pipe and electrode (15) to generate plasma, and fuel introduced into pipe (12) from path (14) is modified.    USE - For producing hydrogen used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel modifier efficiently carries out modification of fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional side view of fuel modifier.    fuel modifier (7)    electroconductive pipe (12)    mixed gas (13)    mixed gas flow path (14)    high-voltage electrode (15)
NOVELTY - An assembled hematin comprises hematin deposited on an electrically charged substrate in one or more layers alternating with one or more layers of a polyelectrolyte.    USE - Useful as an enzyme catalyst in polymerization of monomers, particularly aromatic monomers (anilines or phenols) to produce polyaromatic polymers. The polymers formed may be used e.g. in electronic devices, light-emitting diodes, lightweight batteries, coatings, fiber binders, artificial muscle actuators, (bio)chemical sensors, and flame retardants.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive assembled hematin is water-soluble and recyclable, virtually eliminating the need for toxic reagents and solvents, creating an environmentally friendly synthesis for polyaromatic polymers.
NOVELTY - Producing a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) from a hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) or chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) reactant comprises contacting, in the presence of a catalyst, the HCFC or CFC reactant with a reducing agent in a gas phase reaction to produce the HFC. The reducing agent is methane and/or methyl chloride.    USE - For producing a hydrofluorocarbon, e.g. difluoromethane, trifluoromethane, 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane, 1,1,1,2,2-pentafluoroethane, and 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoro-1-chloroethane (claimed) for use as refrigerants, blowing agents in the production of plastic foams, cleaning solvents, and propellants for aerosol sprays.    ADVANTAGE - Methane and methyl chloride are selective reducing agents for producing HFCs from HCFCs or CFCs. The selectivity of reducing HCFCs or CFCs to the reduced HFCs can be as high as greater than or equal to95% at 100% HCFC or CFC conversion level. The invention permits the use of relatively inexpensive catalysts.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (100) has a modification unit (3a) and carbon dioxide introductory portion (13). The modification unit produces a hydrogen-containing reformed gas by modifying a hydrocarbon-type fuel with water-vapor modification reaction. The carbon dioxide introductory portion introduces carbon dioxide-containing gas to the modification unit.    USE - As fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system prevents precipitation of carbon in modification portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel tank (1)    modification unit (3a)    combustion portion (3b)    carbon dioxide introductory portion (13)    fuel cell system (100)
NOVELTY - The gas sensor (1) has a sensor element (3) having pair of electrodes (11,13) provided on a substrate (9) having solid electrolyte as a main component. The electrode contains oxide of manganese and/or nickel. The sensor detects concentration of predetermined gas in to-be-measured gas based on electrical property between the electrodes.    USE - For measuring concentration of gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The gas sensor has simple structure, and measures concentration of gas of wide range accurately.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for gas concentration measurement method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of the structure of the gas sensor.    gas sensor (1)    sensor element (3)    temperature control portion (5)    substrate (9)    electrodes (11,13)
NOVELTY - Vaporizable liquid fuel is mixed with oxygen containing gas to form air-fuel mixture (A). Mixture (A) is burnt on burner mat (6). The remainder of mixture (A) is mixed with oxygen containing gas to form air-fuel mixture (B). The mixture (B) is burnt on downstream side of burner mat.    USE - For combustion of fuel in fuel cell system (claimed) used for generating power in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Combustion of fuel is performed efficiently without ignition delay and misfire. The fuel cell system equipped with the burner is ignited smoothly and stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) burner; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional drawing of burner. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    burner case (1)    combustion air supply port (3)    burner mat (6)    igniter (8)    heater (9)
NOVELTY - A ring-shaped lip seal (37) provided around the periphery of the drum (10), having cut section (37a), and seal support (33) extending in direction less than or equal to 180degrees, so that the lip seal is detachable from the drum, is new.    USE - Seal device of drum for rotary fermentation of oxygen refuse, livestock excrement and organic sludge.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies the replacement of the drum, since the lip seal can be easily attached or detached from the periphery of the drum.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fermentation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the seal device.    drum (10)    seal support (33)    ring-shaped lip seal (37)    cut section (37a)
NOVELTY - A photocatalyst layer (18) is formed at the surface of a p-type semiconductor layer (15) after the removal of metal electrodes (14,16,17) on a silicon substrate (11) of a solar cell (3). A metal electrode (21) is formed at the surface of a n-type semiconductor layer (12).    USE - For manufacture of water splitting semiconductor photoelectrode for hydrogen generation module.    ADVANTAGE - Enables absorption of light in visible region by using photocatalyst layer and improves hydrogen generation efficiency. Enables to produce water splitting electrode simply and cost effectively by recycling substrate of solar cell. Enables generation of hydrogen using sunlight by using semiconductor photoelectrode. Enables to collect hydrogen efficiently by separating hydrogen incidence site from oxygen incidence site.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) water splitting apparatus; and    (2) hydrogen generation module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of the water splitting semiconductor photoelectrode manufacturing process.    solar cell (3)    silicon substrate (11)    n-type semiconductor layer (12)    metal electrodes (14,16,17,21)    p-type semiconductor layer (15)    photocatalyst layer (18)
NOVELTY - I-shaped crystal-structure gas hydrate is introduced to production device (4), and mixed gas (g) of I-shaped crystal-structure gas-hydrate production gas (m) and II-shaped crystal-structure gas-hydrate production gas is introduced. Water (w) in hydrate (I) is reacted with gas (II), and II-shaped crystal-structure gas hydrate is produced. Gas (I) is reacted with water to produce I-shaped crystal-structure gas hydrate.    USE - For manufacturing hydrate of mixed gas, such as natural gas and mixed gas of methane, ethane and propane.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides mixed-gas hydrate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - I-shaped crystal-structure gas hydrate is introduced to production device (4), and mixed gas (g) of I-shaped crystal-structure gas-hydrate production gas (m), such as methane and ethane, and II-shaped crystal-structure gas-hydrate production gas, such as propane is introduced after appropriate time. Water (w) in gas hydrate (I) is reacted with production gas (II) of the mixed gas, and II-shaped crystal-structure gas hydrate is produced. Production gas (I) remaining in the production device is reacted with water to produce I-shaped crystal-structure gas hydrate which is then replenished to the production device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the mixed glass-hydrate manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    dehydrator (2)    production device (4)    mixed gas (g)    I-shaped crystal-structure gas-hydrate production gas (m)    water (w)
NOVELTY - A heating apparatus has heating unit (102), gas separation unit (107), oxidation heat recovery unit (112) and conveying unit (113). Unit (102) continuously or intermittently supplies and heats organic compound (101). Unit (107) separates thermal decomposition gas produced by heating into cracked gases (I,II). Unit (112) oxidizes gas (I and/or II), and recovers combustion heat. Unit (113) conveys heat obtained by unit (112) to unit (102).    USE - For heating organic compound used for producing fuel gas used for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus enables efficient recovery of energy by heating organic compound.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of heating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    organic compound (101)    heating unit (102)    gas separation unit (107)    metal film (108)    inflow chamber (109)    recovery chamber (110)    oxidation heat recovery unit (112)    conveying unit (113)
NOVELTY - Alcohol and oil-and-fat are transesterified using an anion exchanger as a catalyst to obtain fatty acid ester. The molar ratio of oil-and-fat and alcohol is 1/30-1/1.    USE - For manufacturing fatty acid ester used as bio-diesel fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The fatty acid ester is obtained with high productivity. The process of catalyst separation during the manufacturing method is omitted. The ion exchange resin is economical, and the catalyst activity is stable. Regeneration of ion exchange resin is easy, even when the capability deteriorates. Damage of resin by swelling, when using the expanded bed column-type reactor is avoided. The manufacturing method is eco-friendly, by utilizing the fatty acid ester for bio-diesel fuel.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generator has a water supply unit (10) for supplying water or water vapor to a reaction container (2) accommodating a hydrogen generation unit (1) containing nano iron, intermittently. The nano iron is reacted with water or water vapor, and hydrogen is produced.    USE - For generating hydrogen used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generator efficiently enables the production of hydrogen. The generation amount of hydrogen is maintained more than fixed level for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for generation of hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of hydrogen generator.    hydrogen generating agent (1)    reaction container (2)    heating unit (3)    water supply unit (10)    pump (12)    pump control unit (13)
NOVELTY - The steam generator has water storing container (10) of closed type having water storage space (11) and steam discharge port (12), heating unit (21) for heating container, and heat retention unit (22) for retaining heat of container. The water storing side and ejection side of container are divided by hydrophobic porous membrane (14) supported on a support (13).    USE - For supplying steam to hydrogen generator used for supplying hydrogen to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The steam generator is compact, and supplies steam stably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of the steam generator.    water storing container (10)    storage space (11)    steam discharge port (12)    support (13)    hydrophobic porous membrane (14)    heating unit (21)    heat retention unit (22)
NOVELTY - The fuel reforming system has desulfurizer (3), modifier (4), carbon monoxide concentration decreasing device, fuel gas pipeline, gas pipe path branched from middle of fuel gas pipeline and recirculation gas pipe path (1). The recirculation gas pipe path is arranged such that desulfurizer is made to recirculate with modified recycled partial fuel gas. The recirculation gas pipe path is heated and maintained at preset temperature.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen rich gas for generation of electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reforming system is economical and compact, and has mechanism for preventing cock closing of gas passageway by condensation of steam contained in reformed gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel reforming system has desulfurizer which decreases the sulfur-compound concentration contained in original fuel gas, modifier which modifies the fuel gas processed by desulfurizer to hydrogen rich gas, carbon monoxide concentration decreasing device which decreases the carbon monoxide concentration in the fuel gas, fuel gas pipeline for circulating fuel gas to the apparatus arranged at the downstream of desulfurizer, modifier, carbon monoxide concentration decreasing device, and to the carbon monoxide concentration decreasing device, gas pipe path branched from middle of the fuel gas pipeline, and recirculation gas pipe path. The recirculation gas pipe path is arranged such that the desulfurizer is made to recirculate with modified recycled partial fuel gas which passes through the modifier and reformed by hydrogen rich gas. The recirculation gas pipe path is heated and maintained at a temperature more than the modification recycle dew point temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel reforming system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    recirculation gas pipe path (1)    return gas pipe path (2)    desulfurizer (3)    modifier (4)    carbon monoxide transformer (5)
NOVELTY - Acid hydrolysis of biomass is carried out, and the acid is neutralized using the incinerated ash of waste material obtained from paper manufacturing process as fermentation raw material.    USE - For sugar manufacture.    ADVANTAGE - Acid hydrolysis of biomass is efficiently carried out by an economical method.
NOVELTY - Processing ballast water comprising filtering living body residue from natural water, and performing extermination process on the residue. The obtained dead body residue is mixed with filtered water, for filling in storage tank in ship, so that the liquid mixture is drained during loading of ship cargo.    USE - For processing ballast water used in ship.    ADVANTAGE - The ballast water excellent in maintainability and economical efficiency is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for extermination method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure the flow diagrams of the ballast water processing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The solid polymer electrolyte is obtained by copolymerizing monomer (a) having acidic group or quaternary ammoniated monomer having acidic group, and monomer (b) having base group, and mixing resulting polymer with polyimide. The monomer (a) is monomer having group chosen from sulfonic acid, phosphonic acid and carboxyl group. The monomer (b) is monomer having group chosen from an amino, amide and urea group.    USE - For solid polymer electrolyte film (claimed) for direct methanol fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent proton conductivity and methanol prevention property, and is manufactured conveniently and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solid polymer electrolyte film which is formed by carrying out film forming of solid polymer electrolyte.
NOVELTY - Use of a material (I) with a base of a oxyhydride mixture (II) of at least a rare earth and at least a metallic element other than rare earth, to catalyze partial oxidation of an alkane into a mixture of hydrogen (H2) and carbon monoxide (CO) at lower than 600degreesC.    USE - (I) is useful: to carry out the conversion of methane or cycloalkane into a mixture of (CO) and (H2) at lower than 600degreesC; to produce a mixture of (CO) and (H2) from an alkane, at the level of the anode of a fuel cell at lower than 600degreesC; and in fuel cells (III). (III) is useful for generation of a current or an electric voltage (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (III) is useful for an operation at ambient temperature, which is devoid of means of heating (claimed). (II) provides good conversion of alkane and a good selectivity into formed hydrogen, even at ambient temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a method of generation of a current or an electric voltage by means of a fuel cell (III) (a cell comprising (I) as anode), where (III) is used by providing an alkane at the level of the anode at an operating temperature lower than 600degreesC; and    (2) (III) for generation of a current or an electric voltage an anode with a base of (II) and means of routing an alkane to the anode.
NOVELTY - In solid-biogas reactors with retainer and external reactor with biomass reserve, the injection liquid (13) from the anaerobic filter is forced into the floating substrate stack (4) against the retainer (3) of the solid-biogas reactor with the pump (16) until it is completely swamped and the overflow of injection liquid with dissolved organic substances flows back to the anaerobic filter.    USE - The solid-biogas reactors are used for producing biogas, preferably from renewable raw materials, by batch or continuous operation, including mobile systems.    ADVANTAGE - The system produces biogas with high productivity and is more economical than existing technical systems. It maintains a uniform level of methane bacterium and cellulose decomposition agents in all parts of the plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the solid-biogas reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Base of reactor (1)    Retainer (3)    Floating substrate stack (4)    Outlet (5)    Injection liquid (13)    Pump (16)    Access door (23)
NOVELTY - Device for producing universal fuels comprises a mixer and an evaporator in the form of a truncated double cone that can be rotated mechanically or electronically through 180degrees about a common axis.    USE - The device is useful for producing biodiesel from cooking oil.    ADVANTAGE - Biodiesel can be produced in an ecofriendly, site-independent manner without electrolysis.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a device for producing universal fuels as above.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a method for preparation of immobilized complexion bacterial agent used as controlling the secondary pollution to river bottom mud, which is characterized in that individually prepare photosynthetic bacterium fermenting culture liquid and bacillus fermenting culture liquid, and prepare immobilized complexion bacterial agent in solid fermenting culture medium. The immobilized complexion bacterial agent is not easy to leak after putting into the polluted river, not only exerting the degradation of microbial bacterial agent to contaminant, and also exerting the adsorption and immobilization of zeolitic powder to the contaminant given off by bottom mud, and thus gaining the ends of decreasing the bottom mud pollution to superjacent water. The tests indicate that the pollution deactivation can decreases dramatically with the immobilized complexion bacterial agent developed in the invention.
NOVELTY - The oil producing process with waste tyre includes the following steps: 1) washing waste polyethylene plastic, feeding into reactor and heating in hydrogen atmosphere in the temperature raising rate of 5-20 deg.c/min to temperature 200-700 deg.c and pressure 20-50 MPa; 2) maintaining the said temperature and pressure for 5-80 min while stirring; 3) cooling to room temperature in the temperature lowering rate of 1-20 deg.c/min; and 4) withdrawing oil and carbon black products from the reactor.
NOVELTY - The method involves performing a chemical process involving reaction of trans-etherification of tri-glycosides and the action of alcohol, andiron, ethic or metallic substance in the presence of hydroxide metallic catalysts under pressure. The tri-glycosides may include new or used vegetable oil, animal fats, vegetable or hydrogenise substances.    USE - For producing recyclable fuel in the form of bio-diesel.    ADVANTAGE - Obtains totally recyclable and clean bio-diesel in an industrial scale using the raw material abundant in the country.
NOVELTY - Producing recycled compost, comprising grinding plastic or resin and aluminum wastes from discarded boards e.g. hardboards, high- or low-density fiber boards, into powder forming part of compost, is new.    USE - For recycled compost to be sold to different markets.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a recycled compost product.
NOVELTY - A refrigerant mixture comprises combination of at least two components selected from R1270(propylene), R290(propane), R134a(1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane), R125(pentafluoroethane), R143a(1,1,1-trifluoroethane), R152a(1,1-difluoroethane), RE170(dimethylether), and R600a(isobutane).    USE - For a refrigerator/air conditioner (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The refrigerant mixture has an ozone depletion potential of 0.0 with no effects on ozonosphere within the Earth's stratosphere and a lower global warming potential than conventional alternative refrigerants and can be used without replacement of the existing refrigeration system. The refrigerant mixture is environmentally friendly than monochlorofluoromethane or dichlorodifluoromethane, and maintains proper volumetric capacity.
NOVELTY - An anode (3) for a direct liquid fuel cell in which hydrogen gas is generated as a result of a fuel oxidation or decomposition reaction, has a surface, which is intended to face an electrolyte chamber (5) of the fuel cell, completely covered with a polymeric material, which prevents greater than or equal to 80% of the generated hydrogen gas to pass through the polymeric material into the electrolyte chamber.    USE - The anode is used for a direct liquid fuel cell in which hydrogen gas is generated as a result of a fuel oxidation or decomposition reaction. The direct liquid fuel cell is for use with a liquid fuel that is prone to undergo decomposition, with generation of hydrogen gas (claimed), where liquid fuel is methanol.    ADVANTAGE - The anode prevents or at least reduces, an increase of the electric resistance of the electrolyte in the fuel cell, which increase is caused by hydrogen bubbles in the electrolyte, and which bubbles result from, inter alia, a decomposition of the hydride fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic cross section view of a fuel cell, which includes an anode.    Container body (1)    Fuel chamber (2)    Anode (3)    Cathode (4)    Electrolyte chamber (5)
NOVELTY - A fuel for generation of a gas containing hydrogen (at least 5 wt.%) comprises (wt.%): an oxygenate (greater than 20) and an oxidizer (greater than 15).    USE - For generation of a gas containing hydrogen (claimed), useful for fuel cells, oil refineries, production of fine chemicals and energy applications.    ADVANTAGE - The method utilizes a liquid fuel comprising a combination of oxidizer and oxygenate for the conversion of hydrocarbon to hydrogen rich gas, and involves autothermal reforming of the oxidizer to decompose the oxidizer and form heat, oxygen and water; followed by catalytic steam reforming of the oxygenate with the heat produced from the oxidizer. Thus provides production of hydrogen on demand, which is useful for intermittent processes, such as in fuel cells that need hydrogen in variable demand.
NOVELTY - Isotope doped carbon nanotubes are manufactured by providing a carbon rod with two kinds of carbon isotope segments connected with anode of electrical source; providing pure carbon rod connected with a cathode of electrical source; and producing arc discharge between carbon rod and pure carbon rod. The pure carbon rod is positioned corresponding to carbon rod. The carbon isotope segments are consumed to form isotope doped carbon nanotubes.    USE - For manufacture of isotope doped carbon nanotubes for electron field emitters, white light sources, lithium secondary batteries, hydrogen storage cells, transistors, and cathode ray tubes.    ADVANTAGE - The invented method allows the growth mechanisms of the carbon nanotubes to be readily studied corresponding to the growth patterns of the carbon isotopes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Manufacture of isotope doped carbon nanotubes involves providing a carbon rod (408, 409) having at least two kinds of carbon isotope segments (402-404) connected with an anode (414) of an electrical source; providing a pure carbon rod connected with a cathode (415) of the electrical source; and producing an arc discharge between the carbon rod and the pure carbon rod. The pure carbon rod is positioned corresponding to the carbon rod. The carbon isotope segments of the carbon rod are consumed in sequence to form the isotope doped carbon nanotubes. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for manufacturing isotope doped nanocarbon tubes of an element comprising reaction chamber (410); rod placed in the reaction chamber; and power source electrifiable and electrically connected to the rod to generate an arc discharge for forming the isotope doped nanotubes of the element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic, side elevation view of a second device for manufacturing of carbon nanotubes.    Carbon segments (402-404)    Carbon rod (408, 409)    Reaction chamber (410)    Anode (414)    Cathode (415)
NOVELTY - The facility comprises loop pipes (50) that connect the edge portion of several air pipes (49) that are mutually arranged, for circulation of air within the fermenter.    USE - For recycling organic waste such as excrements of livestock.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the difference between the air supply rate at base-end side and terminal-end side, thus ensures effective homogenization of waste materials.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the planar model of fermenter.    channel (43)    partition walls (44,45)    air blower (47)    header pipe (48)    air pipe (49)    loop pipe (50)
NOVELTY - The waste liquid processing system is electrochemical oxidation and reduction device, which carries out electrochemical oxidation and reduction of waste liquid, such as liquid foodstuffs waste material.    USE - For processing waste liquid, such as liquid foodstuffs waste material e.g. shochu-liquor lees, and paper manufacture waste liquid.    ADVANTAGE - The system economically enables the processing of waste liquid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow sheet of water treatment system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Organic wastewater is treated with methane producing microbes under anaerobic conditions in presence of amino acid.    USE - For processing organic wastewater useful as nutrient for methane producing microbes.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables effective processing of organic wastewater.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for nutrient for methane producing microbes, which contains anaerobic processing of organic wastewater with methane producing microbes in presence of amino acid.
NOVELTY - The catalyst is obtained by spraying fine powder from tip of a micropore nozzle (4) with carrier gas on a metal substrate (2) to form a under-coat layer on the substrate, forming catalyst film which contains a catalytically active component by wash coat method on the under-coat layer and providing baking processing after an appropriate time.    USE - In combustion device of gas turbine, and steam modifier of solid polymeric fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has stable catalytic activity, and excellent adhesivity of substrate and catalyst film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The catalytically active component contains alumina and/or zirconia as main component and is component of palladium, ruthenium and/or platinum. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the apparatus used for forming under-coat layer of the catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    chamber (1)    substrate (2)    substrate holder (3)    nozzle (4)    powder feeder (5)    carrier gas cylinder (6)    pressure regulator (7)    mass flow controller (8)    filter (9)
NOVELTY - Tanks (31a-31l) have communication ports (23a1-23a6) connecting the respective pairs of the tanks, and a solid activator (17) provided at tank (31b), arranged below the water surface line (M), which infiltrates the natural water (41) supplied from injection port (43) into the tank (31a).    USE - Water purifier for purifying domestic and manufacture waste water.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the construction maintainence and water purification capability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of the water purifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solid activator (17)    communication ports (23a1-23a6)    tanks (31a-31l)    natural water (41)    injection port (43)    water surface line (M)
NOVELTY - The apparatus includes a bio-deodorizing tower (A) and acid-and-alkali cleaning tower (B), such that a carrier filled layer (10) of microorganisms is provided in bio-deodorizing tower. A return path (48) in the acid and alkali cleaning tower, returns the odor gas resulting from deodorizing process, to upstream side of gas-flow-in path of carrier filled layer of bio-deodorizing tower.    USE - Deodorizing apparatus used in organic waste treatment facility such as sludge recycling center and livestock excretion disposal plant.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the damage to microorganisms in portions other than upper potion of carrier filled layer, and suppresses reduction in deodorizing capability of bio-deodorizing tower after cleaning.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for deodorizing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the deodorizing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    carrier filled layer (10)    supply paths (41,43)    ejection path (45)    return path (48)    bio-deodorizing tower (A)    acid-and-alkali cleaning tower (B)
NOVELTY - Apatite fossil charcoal ash with coal ash is reacted with phosphoric acid and slaked lime. The reaction material is mixed with organic sludge and aerobic fermentation is carried out, and a fermented material is produced. Thus, processing of organic sludge is carried out.    USE - The method is useful for processing of organic sludge for fermented material (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The processing method economically provides fermented material with high fertilizing value.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic sludge contains seawater organism or its processed material.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fermented material obtained by the above method.
NOVELTY - A fermentation product of thermophilic bacteria is add-mixed with organic waste discarded from meat treatment center, and mixture is obtained. Aerated fermentation of mixture is carried out, and partially fermented product is sent to sewage facilities. Remaining fermentation product is added to another organic waste to obtain mixture. Aeration fermentation is performed, and process is repeated to enabled recycling of organic waste.    USE - The method is useful for recycling organic waste material, such as rice straw and sawdust discarded from meat treatment center.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste material is economically recycled, without generating odor. The generation amount of surplus sludge is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fermentation product of aerobic thermophilic bacteria is add-mixed with an organic waste material discarded as industrial waste from meat treatment center, and mixture (A) is obtained. Aerated fermentation of mixture (A) is carried out, and partially fermented product is sent to sewage facilities and used for purification of wastewater. The remaining fermentation product is added to another organic waste material to obtain mixture (A). Aeration fermentation is similarly performed, and process is repeated to enabled recycling of organic waste material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view illustrating the processing of organic waste material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The compressor (6) and diffusion tube (7) supply gas to interior and exterior of gas-permeable hollow fiber membranes (5) arranged inside casing (4) immersed in a processing liquid (3) in a treatment tank (2). A bio-film is formed at the outer surface of each hollow membrane. The upward gas flow (9) is produced inside the casing, by the gas supplied to the exterior of the membrane.    USE - The bioreactor is useful in sewage and waste water treatment fields and for producing useful substance.    ADVANTAGE - Desired stirring effect can be acquired by the upward gas flow, hence a high processing capability stabilized over a long period of time can be obtained. The cleaning effect of bio-film can be realized efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for liquid processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of the bioreactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Treatment tank (2)    Liquid (3)    Casing (4)    Hollow fiber membrane (5)    Compressor (6)    Diffusion tube (7)    Upward gas flow (9)
NOVELTY - A controller supplies one portion of exhaust fuel gas and supplied fuel gas to a fuel gas pressure regulator (15), and another portion of exhaust fuel gas and exhaust air to a combustor (18). The regulator supplies pressure reduced fuel gas to fuel cell module (3). The controller controls differential pressure of pressure reduced fuel gas and air in the module and differential pressure in the combustor, to preset range.    USE - Combined cycle power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The control process is simplified, and cost of the system is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for operating method of combined cycle power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the combined cycle power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell module (3)    fuel supply unit (8)    air supply unit (9)    regulator (15)    combustor (18)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen storage tank (11) has a nozzle (31) fitted to tank opening, that comprises a separation membrane (36) for selectively allowing hydrogen gas to pass through the hydrogen lead-out path (32).    USE - In hydrogen-fueled motor vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents deformation of the hydrogen storage tank, even if the pressure of hydrogen in the storage tank becomes lower than the atmospheric pressure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for nozzle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the hydrogen storage tank. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen storage tank (11)    hydrogen lead-out path (32)    separation membrane (36)    heating unit (38)    sampling path (40)
NOVELTY - A heater (3) energized during driving of vehicle, preheats modification catalyst filled reaction tube installed in the reaction portions (11,12) of a hydrogen isolated type reformer (1), using combustion exhaust gas.    USE - Temperature rise apparatus for hydrogen generation system in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of reaction tube is maintained during driving of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reformer (1)    heater (3)    reaction portions (11,12)    combustion unit (13)
NOVELTY - An injection electric power calculating unit (33) obtains the injection power of a power supply to an electrode based on the particulate oxidation rate to treat particulate of the amount equivalent to the particulate discharge, by oxidation. A controller (31) controls the on/off state of the plasma power supply so that an optimum value when a particulate deposition amount makes particulate oxidation rate maximum is maintained.    USE - Used for treating particulate oxidation to remove particulates from exhaust gas of internal combustion engines such as diesel engines.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus provides an outstanding effect of control to treat particulates by oxidation efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the particulate oxidation treatment control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    deposition amount calculation unit (26)    temperature calculating unit (31)    injection electric power calculating unit (33)    exhaust gas composition calculating unit (34)    on/off control unit (36)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen gas generator has reaction electrode (7) having a metal as reactive substance, counter electrode (10) comprising metal which has normal electrode potential nobler than the metal of reaction electrode, and an electrolyte (8). The generator generates hydrogen gas by electrically conducting the reaction electrode and counter electrode. Generation of hydrogen gas is stopped by disconnecting the conduction with the electrodes.    USE - As hydrogen source of fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas generator is compact and economical and has simple structure. Easy control of generation amount of hydrogen gas is enabled by changing the electrical resistance between the reaction electrode and counter electrode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of hydrogen gas; and    (2) fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of hydrogen gas generation portion of the hydrogen gas generator.    hydrogen gas generation tank (6)    reaction electrode (7)    electrolyte liquid (8)    lid (9)    counter electrode (10)
NOVELTY - Nitrogen is supplied to methane gas hydrate maintained in phase equilibrium state, and methane gas hydrate is decomposed at low temperature and high pressure. Methane gas is then removed and recovered from decomposed product.    USE - For decomposing methane gas hydrate used for producing methane gas.    ADVANTAGE - The methane gas hydrate is simply and reliably decomposed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for decomposition apparatus (1) of methane gas hydrate. The apparatus has unit (3) for supplying desired amount of nitrogen into storage portion (2) of methane gas hydrate, and a recovery unit (4) for recovering methane from decomposed product. The recovery unit and unit (3) are installed on platform (5).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of decomposition device of methane gas hydrate.    decomposition apparatus (1)    storage portion (2)    nitrogen supply unit (3)    recovery unit (4)    platform (5)
NOVELTY - The desulfurizing container (31) is filled with heating desulfurizing agent, and primary modification container (32) is filled with primary modification catalyst. The heat exchange is performed between desulfurizing container and primary modification container.    USE - Desulfurizer integrated primary modifier used in hydrogen production system (claimed) used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The heat utilization efficiency is improved, since the heat exchange is performed between desulfurizing container and primary modification container.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen production system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen production system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production system (1)    normal temperature adsorption desulfurizer (2)    desulfurizer integrated primary modifier (3)    desulfurizing container (31)    primary modification container (32)
NOVELTY - The modifier (2) has a modification component portion material containing ferritic stainless steel containing aluminum (1-8 mass%), and having service temperature of 400degreesC or more.    USE - For producing hydrogen and used in polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The modifier does not produce corrosion or disintegration by high temperature oxidation and crack by thermal stress.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the polymer electrolyte fuel cell using the modifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    polymer electrolyte fuel cell (1)    modifier (2)    electric power generation component (3)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen-containing-gas manufacturing apparatus has reaction chamber in which raw material containing carbon or hydrocarbon, and water vapor are accommodated, raw material heating unit (4), raw material supply unit (2), water vapor supply unit (3), shock wave generating unit (5) and extracting unit (6). Unit (6) pick-outs hydrogen-containing gas produced by reacting water vapor with raw material, to reaction outdoor.    USE - For manufacturing gas containing hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The gas containing hydrogen is efficiently, easily and effectively obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Hydrogen-containing-gas manufacturing apparatus has reaction chamber in which raw material containing carbon or hydrocarbon, and water vapor are accommodated, raw material heating unit (4), raw material supply unit (2), water vapor supply unit (3), shock wave generating unit (5) and extracting unit (6). Unit (4) heats raw material before supplying to reaction chamber. Units (2,3) supply raw material and water vapor to units (4,12), respectively. Unit (5) supplies high-pressure gas to chamber, and generates shock wave. Unit (6) pick-outs hydrogen-containing gas produced by reacting water vapor with raw material, to reaction outdoor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of hydrogen-containing gas manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reactor (1)    raw material supply unit (2)    water supply unit (3)    raw material heating unit (4)    shock wave generating unit (5)    extraction unit (6)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus (1) has modifier (8) which produces reformed gas containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide by modification reaction, hydrogen separation membrane (10) which selectively permeate hydrogen from reformed gas, and shift reaction device (12) which reduces carbon monoxide existing in the hydrogen separated by the membrane, by shift reaction.    USE - For producing fuel gas used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus has improved hydrogen production efficiency and prevents production of methane. Leakage of carbon monoxide is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production apparatus (1)    modifier (8)    hydrogen separation membrane (10)    shift reaction device (12)    fuel cell (15)
NOVELTY - A fuel treating apparatus for fuel gas comprising hydrogen as a main component comprises a combustion cylindrical structure (3A) accommodating a heat source (2) with low and high temperature portions. A heat insulation molding (4) insulates the high temperature portion with respect to exterior side. A heat insulation filling material (5) insulates the low temperature portion.    USE - For conversion of fuel gas to hydrogen in fuel cell electric power generation system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The heat resisting property and thermal insulation property of fuel treating equipment are improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) fuel cell electric power generation system; and    (2) insulated structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of fuel treating equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel treating equipment (1)    heat source (2)    combustion cylindrical structure (3A)    heat insulation molding (4)    heat insulation filling material (5)
NOVELTY - The fine particles or aggregated form solid substance and aggregated form gas mix are supplied through the flow path (33). The flow path is provided with bending portion (30) to change the flow direction of the mixed flow of solid substance and gas. The collection portion (31) for collecting solid substance is provided at the position where the direction of flow of solid and gas mix is not changed.    USE - Dust-removal filter for hydrogen generator (claimed) used in steam engine and fuel cell for drive device of submerged navigating object.    ADVANTAGE - The solid substances such as reaction by-products generated during hydrogen production are removed without generating clogging, and hence increases the gas supply flow.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen generator which includes the dust-removal filter in the hydrogen recovery part.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the hydrogen recovery portion. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    dust removal filter (20)    inner cylinder (23)    bending portion (30)    collection portion (31)    flow path (33)
NOVELTY - The oxygen generator (1) has storage container (3) having oxygen generation material (2a) and chlorine generation suppression material (2b), decomposition container (4) and supply pipe (5) for supplying material (2a) from container (3) to container (4). Container (4) decomposes material (2a) and produces oxygen. Material (2a) is lithium perchlorate and/or lithium chlorate. Material (2b) is alkali metal, its hydroxide and/or its oxide.    USE - For drive device, such as fuel cell of submerged navigating object e.g. deep ocean survey vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The oxygen generator effectively suppresses generation of chlorine gas and reduces influence on human body.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The chlorine generation suppression material is lithium oxide and/or lithium hydroxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the oxygen generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    oxygen generator (1)    oxygen generation material (2a)    chlorine generation suppression material (2b)    storage container (3)    decomposition container (4)    supply pipe (5)
NOVELTY - A fertilizer contains specific concentration of tar or tar precursor removed from photography waste liquid.    USE - The process is useful for producing soil conditioners.    ADVANTAGE - The photography waste liquid ejected as waste material is recycled efficiently and economically, without causing environmental pollution. The photography waste liquid does not accompany plant growth inhibition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) Soil conditioner, comprising a base material containing the fertilizer; and    (2) Recycling of photography waste liquid, which involves producing the fertilizer from the photography waste liquid.
NOVELTY - The decompose-treatment apparatus (S) has a preprocessor (1) for separating portion(s) of a decomposition-resistant substance from a to-be-processed material (X) containing organic substance by low molecule formation and/or microorganism.    USE - For decompose-treating to-be-processed material containing organic substance, such as organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The decompose treatment apparatus economically enables decompose treatment of to-be-processed material using microbial bed having high durability. The liquid phase component obtained after decompose treatment is utilized for ethanol fermentation and hydrogen fermentation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for decompose-treatment method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of outline structure of decompose-treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    preprocessor (1)    organic refuse disposer (2)    decompose-treatment apparatus (S)    to-be-processed material (X)    solid phase component (X2)    liquid phase component (X3)
NOVELTY - Increasing the capacity of a green alga to produce hydrogen comprises transforming the alga with a polynucleotide coding for NAD(P)H dehydrogenase type II (NDH-II) and expressing the NDH-II in the alga.    USE - The transformed alga is useful for producing hydrogen (claimed). Hydrogen is useful as a chemical feedstock and fuel, e.g. for fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a green alga transformed with a polynucleotide coding for NAD(P)H dehydrogenase type II (NDH-II).
NOVELTY - Separating a mixture of plastics with little or no triboelectric chargeability or insufficient differential triboelectric chargeability comprises comminuting the mixture, subjecting it to a low-temperature low-pressure plasma treatment, storing it for at least 10 minutes, triboelectrically charging the mixture and subjecting it to electrostatic sorting.    USE - Separating a mixture of plastics, especially polyethylene and polypropylene.    ADVANTAGE - Practically complete separation of polyolefins can be achieved.
NOVELTY - The process and apparatus for converting organic waste into regenerated energy source. The process includes connecting sealed material loading system with material pyrolysis plant and the feeding port of the mixed gas reactor; and connecting the stepped reciprocating grate in the lower part of the material pyrolysis plant with the combustor integrated with the mixed gas reactor. The present invention features that organic waste is converted into fuel gas, fuel oil, etc. and has simple apparatus, small covered area, capacity of treating several kinds of solid waste and dangerous waste, great treating amount, high energy recovering rate, low cost and no secondary pollution.
NOVELTY - The improved wood charcoal, bamboo charcoal and active carbon producing method and apparatus. The technological measures include spreading calcined gypsum powder or zinc sulfate as astringent to the surface of material to be carbonized before the material enters to the kiln or furnace, and blowing in active gas nitrogen after stopping carbonizing heating through the intake pipe in the top of the kiln or furnace to result in cooling stage in active gas atmosphere. The present invention can produce charcoal or active carbon with high yield, high quality and no under carbonization.
NOVELTY - The production process of organic fertilizer with garbage through plant enzymolysis and sterilization belongs to the field of environment protecting technology, and solves the technological problem ofproducing organic fertilizer through killing bacteria in animal and plant protein source with plant enzyme. The present invention features that various garbage with human excrement in 20 % and no nuclear waste is first concentrated, sorted and sieved; then mixed with one of pineapple peel, fig and carica papaya root, stem and leaf, and margosa leaf or Chinese ash leaf in 15 %; and the mixture iscrushed and ground into 180-200 mesh and piled naturally for over 10 days to obtain the organic fertilizer. The present invention can eliminate environmental pollution and produce organic fertilizer.
NOVELTY - The ammonium carbonate process of producing monoammonium phosphate includes continuously throwing crushed ammonium carbonate and phosphoric acid into reactor with heating pipe and special structure for continuous neutralizing reaction to produce ammonium phosphate slurry; overflowing slurry to buffering tank for regulating the neutralizing level; evaporation concentrating and spray drying to obtain monoammonium phosphate product; and absorbing CO2 containing tail gas with strong alkali solution to purify before exhaust. The present invention features the replacement of liquid ammonia with ammonium carbonate, continuous and closed neutralizing reaction, CO2 recovery and utilization and tail gas purification, and has the advantages of high efficiency, low power consumption, low cost, and is environmentally friendly.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a fertilizer-generating method using organic waste of cattle farm, which comprises the following steps: adjusting ratio of C/N and moisture; adding aerobic fermenting organismpreparation; treating the mixture with aerobic fermentation, second fermentation and disintegration; adding macro-element fertilizer or micro-element chemical fertilizer and modifier of fertilizer orvegetation; granulating and getting organic fertilizer or organic-inorganic compound fertilizer. The invention has property of convenient method, can treat organic waste in cattle farm one time; and products fertilizer with flexible nutrient ratio, high adaptability and significant production-increase effect.
NOVELTY - A resin with high alcohol absorbability for solid fuel is prepared from acrylic acid, acrylate and functional monomer chosen from dimethylaminoethyl acrylate, dimethylamino ethylester salt of acrylic acid, and their mixture through adding cross-linking agent and trigger, and cross-linking copolymerizing reaction.
NOVELTY - This invention discloses a method that makes low-carbon olefin hydrocarbon by catalyzing decomposition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - This method uses mixture of C4 or C5 without double olefin hydrocarbon as raw materials, mixes the raw materials and water with their volume ratio 0.3-1.5, in the solid bed reactor to react contacting with the zeolite catalyst with high silicon aluminum ratio, and produces the reacting mixture containing propene and ethane. The zeolite catalyst is composed of high silicon zeolite20-65%, the silicon-aluminum ratio 50-300, monox 20-65%, inorganic oxidant 0-20%. This invention can get high yields of ethane and propene, therefore, this invention explores the important way of compound utilization of C4 and C5 cut fractions in the ethane mills and refineries.
NOVELTY - The conversion of crude fuel oil into e.g. ecological diesel has fractional distillation of the crude fuel oil obtained by thermo-catcracking. The process yields biogasoline, ecological diesel and biosolvent, and can alternatively be based e.g. on solvent extraction.    USE - In petroleum equipment.
NOVELTY - A streamlined, high purity methane gas generation system comprises at least one device for digesting and/or composting organic materials to produce a mixed gas stream, a first mixed gas purification device to remove hydrogen sulfide from the gas stream, at least one mixed gas-driven compressor to compress the gas stream, where compressor is in fluid communication with the first mixed gas purification device, and a second mixed gas purification device.    USE - For producing high purity methane gas (claimed), useful for low-pressure applications such as fuel for natural gas engines and other devices that use pipeline natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - The system is streamlined in design and more reliable and cost effective for generating renewable sources of high purity methane gas by converting organic materials such as animal waste into desired methane product gas. The system is self-sustaining during normal operation and does not require outside sources of energy, e.g. electric or gas. The system produces up to about 3000 slpm of methane gas at greater than 90% purity, at pressure of 1 - 1.4 MPa.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A streamlined, high purity methane gas generation system comprises:    (a) at least one device for digesting and/or composting organic materials to produce a mixed gas stream;    (b) a first mixed gas purification device to remove hydrogen sulfide from the gas stream;    (c) at least one mixed gas-driven compressor to compress the gas stream, where compressor is in fluid communication with the first mixed gas purification device; and    (d) a second mixed gas purification device which removes at least a portion of carbon dioxide and excess nitrogen from the compressed, desulfurized, mixed gas stream.    The mixed gas stream contains ethane, carbon dioxide, small quantities of water and trace impurities including hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen and oxygen.
NOVELTY - Production of steviosides from Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, comprises drying and pulverizing plant material to 2-400 mesh, extraction in heated demineralized water, filtering, treating with basic salt to form precipitate, separating precipitate, ion exchange resin treatment, and drying to obtain product having 40-70% steviosides.    USE - For production of steviosides from Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni (claimed) useful as sweet glycosides.    ADVANTAGE - The process not only reduces the process time and enhances the extraction efficiency but also helps in reducing the cost of production; requires less amount of water to extract the plant material in a batch compared to the conventional extraction methods thus reduces the cost of the extraction equipment; is performed with safer and reusable chemicals like water, ion exchange resins in the food grade range; is carried out in only one solvent phase and that is water; performs extraction of the plant material by directly injecting steam where the maximum steviosides are recovered in less time and in little water, which reduces the capital investment on plant machinery; precipitates most of the coloring impurities like chlorophylls, flavonoid and other chelating compounds by calcium hydroxide treatment at room temperature by mere stirring; further purifies the separated filtrate by directly subjecting onto ion exchanger resins; and is simplified by eliminating usage of polymeric adsorbent resins and organic solvents; and not only cut-shorts the process purification time but also enabled the process to be carried out in an aqueous medium by avoiding intervention of organic solvents.
NOVELTY - A gas supply system comprises at least 2 units of gas tanks; gas passage that admits a gas from the gas tanks so as to be supplied to a unit that demands a gas supply; and control unit that controls the gas supply from the gas tanks to the gas passage. The gas supply system further comprises a flow rate detection unit capable of detecting a flow rate of the gas in the passage portion.    USE - For supplying gas to a unit, e.g. fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system reduces the chance of the operation failure in the flow rate detection unit upon detection of the flow rate of the gas supplied to the unit that demands gas supply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A gas supply system comprises m (an integer of at least 2) units of gas tanks (11, 21, 31, 41); gas passage that admits a gas from the m units of gas tanks so as to be supplied to a unit that demands a gas supply; and control unit that controls the gas supply from the m units of gas tanks to the gas passage, where the gas passage includes a passage portion through which the gas flows to the unit that demands the gas supply from n (n being less than m) units as a first group selected from the m units of the gas tanks, and the gas does not flow to the unit that demands the gas supply from the rest of the gas tanks as a second group. The gas supply system further comprises a flow rate detection unit capable of detecting a flow rate of the gas in the passage portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a view of a gas supply system.    Fuel cell (2)    Gas tanks (11, 21, 31, 41)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen is stored by coating halloysite with a metal to create metallized halloysite, disposing a quantity of the metallized halloysite in a sealed vessel, and introducing a volume of the hydrogen into the sealed vessel where the hydrogen is absorbed into the metallized halloysite.    USE - For storing hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The tubular structure of certain halloysites causes them to function as hydrogen storage devices. The halloysite microstructures are metallized to increase their hydrogen storage ability. A high metal concentration is achieved without sacrificing the porous structure of the tubular micro-structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an assembly (300) for storing hydrogen comprising halloysite having a coating of a metal, and a quantity of the metallized halloysite disposed in a sealed vessel (310) having a valve attached for introducing the hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic perspective view of a hydrogen storage assembly.    Assembly (300)    Sealed vessel (310)    Halloysite tubules (320)
NOVELTY - An organic matter disposer comprises a tub, a drum (20) rotatably provided in the tub so as to store organic matters in it, a stirrer provided in the drum so as to stir the organic matters, a driving device for rotating the drum and the stirrer and a heating device for drying the organic matters, is new.    USE - The apparatus is used for disposing or discarding organic matter, particularly for drying and fermenting organic matter.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus enables shorting of time of discarding organic matters and reduces electric consumption. It enables to equalize degrees of dryness and fermentation of organic matters.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for controlling an organic matter disposer comprising a dehydrating step of discharging moisture contained in organic matters by rotating a drum and a stirrer at a speed; and a drying step of rotating the stirrer and blowing air into the drum, the air heated by the heating device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a diagram showing an operating state of an organic matter disposer.    Through hole (21a)    Body (20)    Drum (20)    Screen (22)    Stirrer (30)    Coupling (45)    Gear (141, 142, 143)
NOVELTY - Preparation of biodiesel involves providing a feed stream containing mono-alkyl esters, glycerol, alcohol and salts; separating alcohol of the feed stream by volatility to yield a first stream comprising mono-alkyl esters, glycerol and salts; separating salts of the first stream by volatility to yield a vapor stream containing mono-alkyl esters and glycerol; and separating mono-alkyl esters and glycerol of the vapor stream to yield a biodiesel.    USE - For the preparation of biodiesel e.g. fuel grade biodiesel containing mono-alkyl esters (claimed) useful as biodegradable fuel in diesel engines.    ADVANTAGE - The process produces substantially continuous yield of biodiesel from sources of oils and fats e.g animal fat, waste type grease, algae and vegetable oils. The process is efficient and it minimizes the overall number of individual unit operations. The process over comes the shortcomings of conventional biodiesel processes (where the conventional biodiesel process is inefficient and involves both time consuming and maintenance intensive mechanical separation, and the process also tend to suffer from marginal overall biodiesel yields).
NOVELTY - Preparation of an expandable polystyrene (I) (EPS) resin using a styrene monomer, a crosslinking agent, a blowing agent, polyoxyethylene sorbitan monolaurate and a polyethylene wax synthesized from methylene oxide.    USE - (I) is useful in the preparation of foamed product with good expandability and strength. Foamed products produced using EPS resins useful as packages for electronic products, boxes for agricultural and marine products, buoys for cultivation and heat insulating materials for housing. (I) is useful in a decreased amount for molding. (I) can serve as a good buffer for a highly loaded product.    ADVANTAGE - (I) are improved in expandability (can be expanded at a high expansion ratio of 93 times or more) and strength. Foamed products produced using EPS resins are resource saving products.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for (I) comprising a Sasol-wax, which is a polyethylene wax, synthesized from methylene oxide.
NOVELTY - Control valves (1,10) adjust the flow rate of fuel supplied to a modifier (2) and a burner (2a). The modifier reforms the original fuel to hydrogen rich gas, and supplies the hydrogen gas to fuel electrode of battery (3). A heat exchanger (11) cools the fuel electrode exhausted fuel from the battery, and supplies it to separator (12). The separator separates the liquefied carbon dioxide and hydrogen.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses ejection of carbon dioxide from the fuel cell system, and promotes global warming prevention.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Thermometer detects the inlet port temperature of shift reaction device, and transmits the measurement temperature value to a control apparatus (7). The control apparatus adjusts the fuel flow rate so that the temperature measurement value of thermometer turns into a predetermined value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    control valves (1,10)    modifier (2)    burner (2a)    battery (3)    control apparatus (7)    heat exchanger (11)    separator (12)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a photocatalytic reaction device (5) at upstream of battery main portion, and an ultraviolet irradiation device (7). The fuel cell system supplies reformed gas obtained by modifying original fuel using fuel modifier (1), to battery main portion. The reaction device processes reformed gas. The irradiation device irradiates ultraviolet ray to photocatalytic reaction device.    USE - As fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system has stable load tracking function.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of structure of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel modifier (1)    burner (1a)    photocatalytic reaction device (5)    ultraviolet irradiation device (7)    control apparatus (10)
NOVELTY - The vaporized liquid fuel is mixed with oxygen-containing and set as air-fuel mixture. The air-fuel mixture is burnt in burner mat (6) and combustion is carried out. Spark is ignited while firing at excess air ratio of air-fuel mixture of 1 or less. Firing is controlled by increasing the excess air ratio of air-fuel mixture to 1.2 or less and generating spark after confirming firing.    USE - For combustion of liquid fuel such as kerosene oil used in fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The combustion method improves ignition ability, reduces ignition delay and suppresses ejection of unburned substance such as carbon monoxide and soot.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) burner; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the burner. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    burner casing (1)    vaporizer (2)    thermocouple (3)    rectifier (5)    burner mat (6)
NOVELTY - A raw material and an auxiliary material are mixed by gas-liquid mixing nozzle (13), and reacted. Mechanical cavitation is generated, and bio-diesel fuel is manufactured.    USE - For manufacturing bio-diesel fuel used for cars, ships and generators.    ADVANTAGE - The bio-diesel fuel having high purity is economically and quickly manufactured using cavitation and electronic effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of bio-diesel fuel manufacturing apparatus.    raw material tank (6)    reaction tank (8)    electronic generator (9)    separation tank (10)    water-soap-glycerol storage tank (11)    bio-diesel fuel storage tank (12)    nozzle (13)
NOVELTY - Waste material is gasified to obtain gas. Warm water generated in a gasification modification plant with a steam ejector using water vapor as a drive source is sucked. The obtained gas is modified using water vapor generated in a steam ejector as a gas reforming medium.    USE - Used for gasifying and modifying waste material, such as municipal solid waste and industrial waste for producing fuel used as a fuel for electric power generation, industrial fuel and raw material for the chemical industry.    ADVANTAGE - The gasification modification of waste material is efficiently enabled, and fuel gas is recovered.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the gasification modification of waste material.    cooling tower (5)    heat exchanger (6)    steam ejector (7)
NOVELTY - The food dreg is fermented and decomposed by adding microorganisms such as high-temperature resistant microbe to the food dreg represented with an organic refuse, during which the water content of the food dreg is adjusted to be in range of 50-55%. The microbes have actinomyces as main constituent.    USE - For processing food dregs such as shochu-liquor lees ejected in organic refuses from home, restaurant and food-processing and shochu-liquor factory.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents extinction of ferment microbe by using a high-temperature resistant ferment microbe, thereby enabling to continue fermentation and decomposition of food dreg in a hot state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining the fermentation process in the compost processing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Hydrogen supply apparatus has a modification unit and hydrogen storage unit (20A). The modification unit modifies fluid substance (I) containing hydrogen atom-containing composition by preset chemical reaction and produces another fluid substance (II) having hydrogen. Unit (20A) selectively stores hydrogen from fluid substance (II), discharges stored hydrogen on predetermined reaction condition and directly supplies to load.    USE - For power supply system (claimed) used as drive power supply for motor vehicles, notebook type personal computer, digital camera, portable information terminal, mobile telephone, office and home.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen supply apparatus produces high concentration hydrogen gas simply and supplies rapidly to load at desired timing. The rapid starting and deterioration of power supply system is suppressed. Byproduct, such as carbon dioxide is removed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for power supply system having fuel container containing the fluid substance (I), modification unit, hydrogen storage unit and electric power generation unit (30) for producing electrical energy using hydrogen supplied from storage unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the hydrogen supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel modification portion (10)    vaporizer (11)    modifier (12)    hydrogen storage unit (20A)    electric power generation unit (30)
NOVELTY - Organic waste is mixed with waste-treatment material containing wooden piece and fermenting microbes under aerobic conditions to maintain activity of fermenting microbes. The moisture content of the prepared mixture is maintained to 50% or more and subjected to aerobic fermentation-decomposition. Fresh organic waste is mixed with the remaining waste-treatment material and further subjected to the fermentation-decomposition.    USE - For processing organic waste such as shochu liquor waste liquid and livestock farming waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The novel organic waste processing method enables effective processing of organic waste, without composting the waste.
NOVELTY - The film-type bioreactor (1) has a gas supply unit, film provided at later stage of gas supply unit, and gas filter (5) provided at front stage of film. The gas filter has pore size less than that of film. Gas and liquid are supplied to interior and exterior of the film, respectively.    USE - For processing liquid (claimed), and used in waste water treatment and sewage treatment.    ADVANTAGE - The film-type bioreactor enables processing of highly concentrated wastewater, and is stable and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing of liquid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of film-type bioreactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    film-type bioreactor (1)    hollow fiber membrane (2)    compressor (3)    pressure indicators (4,8)    gas filter (5)    process liquid (13)
NOVELTY - Reaction mixture containing sodium silicate, pseudo boehmite, phosphoric acid, hydrated tetraethyl ammonium and/or its salt, triethylamine and water is subjected to hydrothermal processing to obtain silica-alumina phosphate (SAPO-34).    USE - For manufacturing SAPO-34 used as catalyst for olefin-containing gas synthesis and manufacturing liquefied petroleum gas (claimed), and used in heat exchanger surface for temperature control.    ADVANTAGE - SAPO-34 is manufactured easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) SAPO-34 manufactured by the above method; and    (2) manufacturing method of liquefied petroleum gas which involves manufacturing gas containing propylene as main component from methanol and dimethyl ether in presence of SAPO-34, hydrogenating the obtained gas in presence of hydrogenation catalyst to obtain paraffin and liquefied petroleum gas containing propane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the main structure of liquefied petroleum gas manufacturing apparatus.    reactors (1,3)    catalyst for olefin-containing gas synthesis (1a,3a)    separator (2)    lines (11-17)    recycle line (14)
NOVELTY - A gas transfer unit (108) is arranged between a power converter (111) and a water supply apparatus (113) to supply reformed gas to a fuel modifier. The power converter, the water supply apparatus, and the gas transfer unit are arranged at the lower portion of a case while a fuel cell (106) and a fuel modifier is arranged at the upper portion of the case.    USE - Fuel cell power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents short circuit of the power converter by the leakage of the water from the water supply apparatus with compact structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the fuel cell power generating device.    Partition member (101)    Fuel cell (106)    Gas transfer unit (108)    Power converter (111)    Water supply apparatus (113)
NOVELTY - Apparatus has fluid supply and/or evacuation conduits connected to inlet and outlet pipes of an assembly of two similar modules of a fuel cell by a single main conduit and successive secondary connections (C2,1-C2,6, C3,1-C3,6) of symmetric structure for each module. The lengths, sections or inner diameters and radii of curvatures of successive secondary connections are equal for each module.    USE - Used for an assembly of modules of a fuel cell (claimed) that is mounted in a motor vehicle for the traction of the vehicle, for supplying and/or evacuation of fluid e.g. hydrogen, gas rich in hydrogen and oxygen, oxygen or cooling fluid.    ADVANTAGE - The symmetric structure of secondary connections permits to assure a similar flow output for all the modules. The lengths, sections or inner diameters and radius of curvatures of successive secondary connections are equal for each respective module, therefore the speed and loss of charge in the fluid flow are equal and an identical supply and/or identical evacuation are obtained for all modules irrespective of flow that circulates. The distribution of fluids in all the identical modules of the module assembly is thereby perfectly homogeneous while guaranteeing an optimal operation of the assembly. The risks of under supply of a specific module are avoided, thus improving the safety of operation of the assembly. The electric power delivered by each module can be similar, thus simplifying the operation control.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of arrangement of different supply and/or evacuation conduits of a particular module of an assembly of four modules of a fuel cell.    Fuel cell`s module (A, B, C, D)    Main conduits (C1,1-C1, 6)    Secondary connections (C2,1-C2,6, C3,1-C3,6)
NOVELTY - An element for a conduction system in a fuel cell has an inner, conducted medium-contacting layer of a polyamide molding material together with greater than or equal to1 further layer comprising a further polyamide, an optionally functionalized polyolefin or an EVOH copolymer.    USE - In conducting liquids or gases in fuel cells such as those used in vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The element is lightweight with improved barrier effects against hydrocarbons, alcohols and water while showing better interlayer adhesion than the device described in JP2002213659
NOVELTY - A method of treating expanded polystyrene waste which allows adding value to them and at the same time to other industrial or agricultural waste.    USE - The method is used to add value to a widely available waste product    ADVANTAGE - The method can be used on soiled waste. It improves the efficiency of collection by reducing the volume of the waste as it is being collected.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method involves the use of a collection container of any shape comprising a device making it possible to increase the density of the waste by mixing with a combustible substance and then with other waste so as to produce various products or a fuel usable in replacement of other fuels such as coal and wood. The mixture of the polystyrene waste and combustible substance may be carried out in the container by dissolving the waste before it is transported and thus allowing the collection of a greater quantity at one time. The product of the process is either a solid or a stiff paste.
NOVELTY - Filling unit for briquetting presses comprises two screw conveyors (2, 3) at the base of a supply hopper.    USE - Briquetting recycled polyethylene terephthalate bottles, polystyrene foam, paper and cardboard.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of the filling unit.    Screw conveyors (2, 3)    Drive units (9)    Hydraulic motor (10)    Screw connection to press (19)
NOVELTY - Briquetting press has a press channel (6, 19) which is long enough to allow all compression to take place within it when the ram (5) is lowered a fixed distance.    USE - Briquetting recycled polyethylene terephthalate bottles, polystyrene foam, paper and cardboard.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the briquetting press.    Ram (5)    Main press channel (6)    Removable extension to press channel (19)    Flange (20)    Bore (24)
NOVELTY - Device for energetically evaluating sold waste comprises a material delivery unit (1), a carbonizing unit (3) and a thermal afterburning unit (6).    USE - For energetically evaluating sold waste, e.g. used paper, plastic waste, production waste, clarified sludge or other combustible waste.    ADVANTAGE - Effective evaluation is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the device.    material delivery unit (1)    drying zone (2)    carbonizing unit (3)    incineration unit (4)    ash removing unit (5)    afterburning unit (6)    suction units (7)
NOVELTY - Soaps containing oil-in-water emulsion (I), which is free of fatty acid diethanolamide and used for filling in aerosol package, comprises 12-18C fatty acids; trialkanolamine; nonionic emulsifying agents; fatty alcohols or fatty alcohol mixture; one or more emollients; fuel gas with a steam pressure; cellulose derivatives; and glycerinepolyglycoletherisostearate, respectively related to the total weight of the preparation.    USE - (I) are useful as foams or shaving gels (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) are suitable freely by fatty acid diethanolamide and for filling in aerosol package (claimed). (I) exhibits good foam texture, gel consistency, stability and sensor technology.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Soaps containing oil-in-water emulsion (I), which is free of fatty acid diethanolamide and is used for filling in aerosol package, comprises:    (a) 4-12 wt.% of 12-18C fatty acids;    (b) 3-8 wt.% of trialkanolamine and further components;    (c) 1-8 (preferably 2-6) wt.% of nonionic emulsifying agents;    (d) 0-3 wt.% of fatty alcohols or fatty alcohol mixture;    (e) 0.1-6 (preferably 0.5-5) wt.% of one or more emollients;    (f) 1-10 (preferably 2-5) wt.% of fuel gas with a steam pressure of 76-420 kPa at 20degreesC;    (g) 0-1 (preferably 0.1-1) wt.% of cellulose derivatives; and    (h) 0.1-4 (preferably 2) wt.% of glycerinepolyglycoletherisostearate, preferably with 70-110 ethyleneoxide units, respectively related to the total weight of the preparation.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a package containing (I).
NOVELTY - Alcaligenes and its application in degradation of methamidophos Alcaligenes sp.LY-5, the serial number is CCTCC NO:M205027. The methamidophos as nutritive source and it can be degraded into phosphoricacid group and with environmental heavy metal form phosphate precipitation, achieve the antisepsis and dephosphorization effect.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a firedamp pool of high efficiency. It provides a method to solve the problems of the halfway and discommodiousness of milling or offering stuff and high reflective waves and low efficiency. It comprise ferment pool, feed-in pipeline and feed-out pipeline. The pipelines of feed-in and out are both outwards inclined. The ferment pool is inclined towards feed-out pipeline and equipped a liquid disparting board near the feed-in pipeline. There is a fixed cannula in the center of the cover of the ferment pool entering it, equipping a frame pulsator. The infrastructure of the pulsator is a milling gear which can beat up the deposit in the pool, top is a piping gear which breaks the fufeed carapace on the top of feed liquid. It fits to multi-dimension ferment with high production and efficiency and low cost and running spending.
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses a methane generator with high speed and pressurizing characters. Including the methane occur cavity, air storing cavity, the pressurizing cavity, the upper of the cavity and air storing cavity with the airway connected; the lower of the air store cavity and downspout with the pressurizing cavity connected; outside meeting in the pressurizing cavity has induction pipe or / and the air feeder, above termination of stores air feeder has the trachea with the methane apparatus connected, which has the cavity in upper extreme system which has aperture. Moreover, the entire methane with high speed and pressurizing generator and the base armbrace is transportable. When the inside barometric pressure of stores air cavity is excessively low, by inductionpipe either / and air feeder with turbo-charged cavity pouring water or / air, water in the pressurizing cavity passes through aqueduct again and enters stores air cavity when the space store air cavity changes small, then the methane pressure rise.
NOVELTY - Methane pressurizing generator includes generating cavity (C1) and independent pressurizing cavity (C2), where (C1) and (C2) are connected by air pipe, (C2) has water inlet pipe and/or air inlet pipe with gas outlet pipe connected with the methane apparatus, (C1) has charging port and mixer. When the barometric pressure in (C2) is excessively low, then pours water or air to (C2), which causes the space of (C2) change small, then methane pressure raises.
NOVELTY - The present invention provides a process for producing biological diesel oil by utilizing combination of two kinds of several kinds of lipolases with different catalytic properties. In particular, itcan combine the immobilized lipolase with 1,3-position specificity and the immobilized lipolase having not position specificity together and uses them simultaneously, and utilizes the catalytic property of different lipolases to make oil raw material effectively convert into biological diesel oil.
NOVELTY - An application of penicillium striatisporum in preventing and treating the soil-transmitted diseases of plant features that its solid, or the mixture of it and organic fertilizer, or its metabolism product in its liquid culture medium is applied to the root of plant.
NOVELTY - Fixed amount of liquid to be processed containing ammonia nitrogen is introduced into tank (1) accommodating sludge (2) containing ammonia-oxidation microbe and anammox bacteria. Oxygen-containing gas of preset amount is supplied and stopped, when dissolved oxygen concentration or oxidation reduction potential value suddenly changes, and thus nitrification and denitrification are completed and nitrogen-containing liquid is processed.    USE - For processing of nitrogen-containing liquid.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables effective biological denitrification of liquid containing ammonia nitrogen, and removal of ammonia nitrogen at high ratio. Supply of oxygen-containing gas is easily controlled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Fixed amount of liquid to be processed which contains ammonia nitrogen is introduced into reaction tank which accommodates biological sludge which contains ammonia-oxidation microbe and anammox bacteria. The oxygen-containing gas of favorable amount which does not inhibit the proliferation of anammox bacteria and simultaneously performs nitritation of ammonia nitrogen to nitrate nitrogen by the ammonia-oxidation microbe and denitrification of nitrite nitrogen to react with some other ammonia nitrogen by anammox reaction and generates nitrous acid is supplied. The supply of oxygen-containing gas is stopped, when the dissolved oxygen concentration or measured oxidation reduction potential value suddenly changes, and thus nitrification and denitrification are completed and nitrogen-containing liquid is processed.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for apparatus for processing of nitrogen-containing liquid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the apparatus used for processing of nitrogen-containing liquid.    reaction tank (1)    biological sludge (2)    reaction liquid (3)    diffuser (4)    extraction portion (5)    control apparatus (6)    stirring apparatus (7)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen containing gas is generated by contacting a liquid organic compound and a liquid oxidizer in the presence of an initiator at ambient pressure to produce the hydrogen containing gas.    USE - For generating hydrogen for use in chemical processes, or as a fuel for fuel cells and for automotive applications.    ADVANTAGE - The invention generates a hydrogen rich gas through autothermal reforming.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic of the process for generating a hydrogen rich gas.    Reactor (10)    Inlet port (12)    Second reactor (20)    Second product stream (22)    Second product stream (32)
NOVELTY - A gas-charging container (1) is connected to a gas pipe path. A three-way valve (2) which is each arranged at upstream side and downstream side of a gas pipe path controls the flow of hydrogen-rich reformed gas from a steam separator (8) to the gas-charging container. The reformed gas is mixed with town gas after controlling flow rate and the mixed gas is supplied to desulfurizer (3) through a gas compression machine (9).    USE - Fuel cell power generating device e.g. for polymer electrolyte fuel cell and phosphoric acid type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Performs fuel reformation stably, and excludes the water and moisture content from the reformed gas flowing in the gas pipe path.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell power generating device.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas-charging container (1)    three-way valve (2)    desulfurizer (3)    steam separator (8)    gas compression machine (9)
NOVELTY - A cooling device (13) cools the compressed-hydrogen gas discharged by the compressor (12), using liquid-cooling medium such as liquid hydrogen or liquefied natural gas, and supplies the liquefied natural gas to the compressor.    USE - For producing compressed hydrogen gas used as fuel source of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the temperature of hydrogen gas, thus ensures high safety.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of compressed hydrogen gas production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas supply line (11)    compressor (12)    cooling device (13)    gas separation unit (14)    piping (15)
NOVELTY - Clathrate hydrate manufacturing apparatus (1) has reaction tank (2), nozzle (10) for spraying water, electrode (11) and electric field application unit (12). The nozzle used as electrode is provided in tank. Unit (12) applies electric field between the electrodes. Electrodes are arranged at the position, which applies electric field to water sprayed from nozzle. Apparatus produces clathrate hydrate by contacting source gas and water.    USE - For manufacturing clathrate hydrate (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing apparatus produces clathrate hydrate at high speed, and enables cost reduction and mass transportation of natural gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of clathrate hydrate, which involves contacting water droplet and source gas in the reaction tank, and applying electric field to the water droplet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the manufacturing apparatus of clathrate hydrate.    manufacturing apparatus (1)    reaction tank (2)    water supply port (3)    source gas supply port (7)    nozzle (10)    electrode (11)    electric field application unit (12)    cooling units (14,23)    slurry introduction tank (20)    piping (21)    dehydration unit (22)    slurry (25)    return unit (26)
NOVELTY - The manufacturing apparatus of hydrogen has a hydrogen production cell (2) containing a visible light responsive photocatalyst (9), a redox medium (10) and a counter electrode (8), an oxygen production cell (1) containing semiconductor electrode (6), and a conducting unit (3) of counter electrode and semiconductor electrode. The device manufactures hydrogen and oxygen by photolysis reaction of water.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen and oxygen.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing apparatus of hydrogen has convenient structure, increases generation rate of hydrogen, without application of electric potential. The apparatus produces and separates hydrogen and oxygen efficiently and has minimum danger of explosion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The oxidant of redox medium is I3- or IO3- and its reduced form is I-, or ferric ion and its reduced form is ferrous ion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of the manufacturing apparatus of hydrogen and oxygen.    oxygen production cell (1)    hydrogen production cell (2)    conducting unit (3)    semiconductor electrode (6)    counter electrode (8)    visible light responsive photocatalyst (9)    redox medium (10)
NOVELTY - A mixture of carbon material and water is heated by microwave (4) irradiation, to obtain hydrogen and carbon monoxide. The obtained hydrogen and carbon monoxide are then recovered. Thus, production of hydrogen is carried out.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen used for forming olefin (artificial petroleum). Also used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently produces hydrogen using compact and lightweight apparatus. The hydrogen and carbon monoxide formed by the method is easily converted into olefin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Olefin is formed by passing hydrogen and carbon monoxide through catalyst containing iron or cobalt.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of hydrogen-production apparatus.    vapor (1)    activated carbon supply port (2)    metal shielding board (3)    microwave (4)    activated carbon (7)    reaction tube (9)
NOVELTY - Ballast water is processed by supplying a process gas obtained by carrying out plasmification processing of waste gas and/or air emitted from a ship.    USE - For processing ballast water of ship and tanker.    ADVANTAGE - The processing method uses simple and economical installation and operation for killing toxic microorganisms and damaging their proliferation function. The contamination of ballast tank, ballast-water flow path, and overboard environment is prevented. Extermination property is improved, and environmental pollution is reduced. The active ingredient in the process gas dissolves quickly in the liquid in large quantities.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus of ballast water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the processing method of ballast method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    ballast-water pump (1)    micro bubble mixer (2)    booster pump (3)    micro bubble generator (4)    plasmification processor (6)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen storage material contains a composite of silicon and carbon. The composite contains metal catalyst-carrying silicon particles coated with carbon formed by thermal decomposition of an organic silane compound.    USE - For fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen storage material has excellent hydrogen storage capacity, lightweight and industrial utility, and is manufactured inexpensively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic silane compound is tetramethyl silane. The metal catalyst is nickel, iron and/or cobalt. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen storage material.
NOVELTY - An organic waste containing blasting processed material of plant group organic waste and organic waste having low carbon/nitrogen ratio is subjected to dry-type methane fermentation, and organic waste is processed.    USE - For processing organic waste, such as pruned branch and rice straw like livestock excrements.    ADVANTAGE - The methane fermentation of solid organic waste is stably carried out even at high load.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus (1) of organic waste. The apparatus has blasting processing unit (11), mixing unit (12) and fermentation processing unit (13). The unit (11) carries out blasting processing of plant group organic waste. The unit (12) carries out mixing of obtained blasting processed material and organic waste having low carbon/nitrogen ratio. The unit (13) carries out dry-type methane fermentation of mixture produced in unit (12).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of processing apparatus of organic waste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    processing apparatus (1)    blasting apparatus (11)    mixing unit (12)    fermentation processing unit (13)    supply port (111)
NOVELTY - The inspection gas producer (2) has metal sealing material (10) attached to housing (4) via insulator, such that opening of metal housing is closed, and an exit. The housing and sealing material are electrically connected via inspection gas evolution unit, and voltage is applied to generate inspection gas. The exit ejects the inspection gas produced in housing or sealing material.    USE - For producing inspection gas, such as hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The inspection gas producer simply enables the production of hydrogen, without any liquid spill.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of inspection gas producer.    inspection gas producer (2)    metal housing (4)    gelatinization water (6)    separator (8)    sealing material (10)    valve portion (14)
NOVELTY - The gas sensor (2) has a sensor main component (12) to detect gas electrochemically, a liquid storage tank (33) to supply water vapor or electrolyte liquid (34) to the sensor main component in the housing (4), and a unit for electrolyzing water in the liquid storage tank. The gas for inspection produced in the electrolysis process is supplied to the sensor main component.    USE - As gas sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The gas sensor is compact and produces inspection gas simply and economically.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the gas sensor.    gas sensor (2)    housing (4)    sensor main component (12)    liquid storage tank (33)    electrolyte liquid (34)
NOVELTY - A correction unit corrects the alarm level such that the alarm level is shifted to the high concentration side when the hydrogen gas concentration obtained from the resistance value of the gas sensitive body exceeds predetermined determination level. A correction stop unit stops correction processing of the alarm level.    USE - For detecting incomplete combustion gas e.g. carbon monoxide generated in homes and industries.    ADVANTAGE - The presence of miscellaneous gas such as hydrogen does not hinder the detection accuracy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a circuit diagram of the gas detector. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    microcomputer (3)    protective circuit (5)    heater combining electrode (21)    light emitting diodes (L1,L2)    photocouplers (PC1,PC2)
NOVELTY - The peat substitute is produced by accelerating an aerobic composting of straw and agricultural slurry, using a film forming gelling agent.    USE - As a substitute for peat in agronomic applications such as seed germination, hydro seeding, potting-on, bedding plants, floral crops, decorative house plants, salad crops, tomatoes and cucumbers, hardy nursery stock, shrub and tree cultivation, turf growing, lawn dressing and landscaping.    ADVANTAGE - Natural by-products and waste products are recycled effectively, and peat substitute, which is economic with respect to labor and energy consumption, and phyto-effective, without need for further chemical additions, is obtained. The film forming gelling agent increases the contact between microorganism and plant matter to be composted, decreases the time taken to convert the plant matter into humus, and produces humus rich in nutrients and having peat-like physicochemical properties. The peat substitute is stable in terms of humus, nutrients and moisture content, and consistent, hence it can be easily and economically transported, packed, stored and applied. The peat substitute is suitable for large-scale landscaping and parkland creation, and can be produced in simplified form to suit world agriculture practice, preferably rice growing.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen production device comprises pyrolyzer for pyrolyzing a fuel into carbon and hydrogen and oxidizer to subsequently the carbon in a secondary reaction.    USE - The device is for delivering electricity, hot water and space heating outputs in molten carbonate fuel. It delivers hydrogen uncontaminated by oxides of carbon and suitable for use in a low temperature fuel cell without further purification. It is used in producing hydrogen from hydrocarbon fuels. It is coupled to a proton exchange membrane fuel cell, alkaline fuel cell, phosphoric acid fuel cell. (All claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides a low capital cost plant that provides hydrogen supply of sufficient compactness as to be suitable for low power and portable fuel cell systems in 100-500 Watts.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a design of a single pyrolyzer chamber having a reciprocating gas feed and outfall.
NOVELTY - Liquid waste based solids integrated processing technique has electricity generation and e.g. biogas production in the MULTI & PLUS process. The biogas is suitable for use in Otto cycle engines, and the sludge and by-products are treated in a multi-stage CONDIMAX process yielding BIOTOP organic fertiliser (Biosolid class A) and material for incineration.    USE - In applied chemistry.
NOVELTY - A continuous process for pre-treating a lignocellulosic feedstock comprises providing pumpable feedstock slurry having a solids concentration of 8-30% by weight.    USE - The process is useful for pre-treating a lignocellulosic feedstock.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A continuous process for pre-treating a lignocellulosic feedstock comprises:    (A) providing a pumpable feedstock slurry having a solids concentration of 8-30% by weight;    (B) pumping the feedstock slurry through a heating train of two, or more than two heating stages, each heating stage including a pump to increase heating stage pressure and a direct steam injection to heat the feedstock slurry;    (C) adding acid to the feedstock slurry prior to the heating train, during a heating stage, or after leaving the heating train, the acid added at a concentration of 0.2-12% weight of acid on weight of initial feedstock, to produce a heated, acidified feedstock slurry;    (D) flowing the heated, acidified feedstock slurry through a pre-treatment reactor at a temperature of 160-280degreesC for a time to increase efficiency of conversion of cellulose in the feedstock to glucose using cellulase enzymes;    (E) cooling the slurry after the slurry exits the pre-treatment reactor, using two, or more than two flashing stages at successively lower pressures, without increasing the steam pressure after flashing; and    (F) using at least a portion of the steam energy from two or more than two of the flashing stages to heat the feedstock slurry in the heating train, where flash steam from at least one of the flashing stages, from which at least a portion of the flash steam is used in the heating train, has a pressure that is 20-99.5% of the inlet slurry pressure to such flashing stage.
NOVELTY - Material containing biomass or organic waste containing lignocellulosic material is subjected to thermal hydrolysis at more than 140degreesC. The material is oxidized at a pressure above the saturation pressure and subjected to wet explosion, to render the carbohydrates of the material available for subsequent reactions by enzymatic hydrolysis and/or fermentation.    USE - For treating material consisting of biomass or organic waste containing lignocellulosic material.    ADVANTAGE - The treated material is easily pumped and directly available for enzymatic hydrolysis. The treatment method is carried out economically, and enables to produce high yield of hexose and pentose by adding small amounts of enzymes. A large portion of the lignocellulosic material is oxidized to organic compound using hydrogen peroxide. Since byproducts are produced in small concentration, the process water after the fermentation/processing is reused effectively. Since the waste steam from wet explosion is used, the need for external energy such as electricity, natural gas and oil is reduced. Since the treated material is sterile, the material can be used for destruction of pathogens. The residue containing low molecular organic acid produced after wet oxidation is used in the manufacture of methane.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The material is chosen from straw, wood, fiber, bait, paper pulp, slurry and household waste or similar material applicable in the production of ethanol or other biological products. The oxidation is carried out using oxygen, hydrogen peroxide and/or air.
NOVELTY - A dual service system comprises a compressor e.g. a hydraulic intensifier having an inlet communicating selectively with a methane gas source and/or a hydrogen gas source, and an outlet having a discharge pressure greater than inlet pressure of methane gas and hydrogen gas; valves se1ectively controlling flow of methane gas and hydrogen gas to compressor; a cooler in fluid communication with compressor outlet; and a dispenser in fluid communication with cooler.    USE - For selectively compressing, cooling and dispensing methane (e.g. natural gas), hydrogen and variable mixtures of methane and hydrogen (claimed) for use as gaseous fuel for vehicular refueling applications.    ADVANTAGE - The system can successfully switch from compressed natural gas (CNG) to hydrogen service delivering 99.993% hydrogen in as little as 15 seconds. The system can be conveniently used for alternating pure methane and pure hydrogen service using single hydraulic intensifier by providing parallel, high-pressure flow path comprising control valve, flow line and cooler. The existing CNG vehicular refueling stations can be converted economically and efficiently to dual-service CNG-hydrogen refueling stations, thereby reducing real estate and capital costs for implementing hydrogen service while simultaneously providing flexibility of operation to dispense methane, hydrogen, or mixtures of methane and hydrogen in virtually any desired ratio.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The methane gas source is natural gas source. The inlet pressure of the methane gas ranges from about 5 - 600 psi. The inlet pressure of the hydrogen gas ranges from about 5 - 3000 psi. The system further comprises a booster compressor disposed between and in fluid communication with the methane gas source and the compressor inlet.
NOVELTY - Fatty acids are split from glycerides of vegetable oil by using hydrolysis to split mono-, bi- and triglycerides of vegetable oils at a low temperature and atmospheric pressure to produce free fatty acids and glycerol, and esterifying free fatty acids by hydrated ethanol in a second column packed with a heterogeneous catalyst.    USE - For splitting fatty acids from glycerides of vegetable oil including castor oil.    ADVANTAGE - The invented method avoids the reverse reaction with ethanol, common in organic chemistry, by the continued separation of fatty acids from glycerol and ethylic ester from the water process. It allows a continuous flow through two ticked columns using a low-cost abundant catalyst. It splits the fatty acids through hydrolysis at low temperature and pressure. The packed columns allow the quadratic projection of capacity without affecting the chemical reactions and resulting products. It is feasible to design a high-capacity industrial plant because there is no need for scale-up of the batch process. It reduces the costs of production because there is no need for rectification and dehydration of recovered excess alcohol if it is anhydrous. It increases the hydrolysis reaction to 2.5 seconds for the mixture to pass 1 m from the column top through the catalyst bed to the column base. It obtains 96% yields from the splitting process .
NOVELTY - Energy station (10) comprises: a generating unit comprising a housing having a reformer for generating reformate from a fuel stream; a storage unit for storing the reformate; and a dispensing unit comprising a housing for dispensing reformate from the generating unit. The generating unit is located at a first location and the dispensing unit is located at a second location away from the first location.    USE - For generating heat energy for a building and hydrogen for vehicles (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Providing a separate generating unit and dispensing unit and remotely locating dispensing unit away from generating unit overcomes many of the problems associated with a combined generating and dispensing unit that are located together. The dispensing unit of the invention may be smaller than the generation unit. Thus, when the dispensing unit is placed near the garage of a home or a building, the dispensing unit presents a much smaller visual impact. The generation unit, which is typically larger than the dispensing unit, can be placed in a location which does not draw attention, e.g. behind or beside a home or building.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for generating reformate and/or hydrogen for a vehicle and energy for a building, comprising: providing the energy station; locating the generating unit outside the building in a first location; and locating the dispensing unit having access to the vehicle in a second location away from the first location.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an energy station.    Energy station (10)    Valve (22)    Sensor (52)
NOVELTY - The catalyst bed (250) is placed adjacent to an inner surface of the sidewall has an oxidation catalyst for oxidizing carbon monoxide having the ratio of length: diameter is 4:1. The sidewall (240) extends between the inlet and outlet, which is inclined to an upstream/downstream for fluid communication with the reactor inlet. The outer shell (220) spaced apart from the reactors (210), which enclosing the inlet/outlet and the fin.    USE - Used for reducing the carbon monoxide concentration of a hydrogen-rich fluid.    ADVANTAGE - Effective carbon monoxide oxidation is done without excessive pressure losses and improved the temperature control.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fin (230) comprises a flow of heat transfer fluid between an outer shell and sidewall, a heat exchange tube for transferring heat to or from the side wall, where the exchange tube contains a flow of heat transfer fluid and a heat transfer paste for transferring heat between the coil and the side wall. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method using the above apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross sectional view of an apparatus:    Reactors; (210)    Outer shell; (220)    Metal fin; (230)    Side wall; (240)    Cylindrical catalyst bed; (250)    Reactor inlet. (262)
NOVELTY - Preparing a dielectric film involves depositing a mixture of a dual organic siloxane precursor and a film property modifier on a wafer by plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition.    USE - For preparing a dielectric film useful as an interlayer dielectric film for a semiconductor device for dual damascene copper interconnects or as a passivation layer for semiconductor and display devices (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The dielectric film prepared by this method has a low dielectric constant; and shows superior physical properties, such as elastic modulus and hardness, thermal stability and crack resistance properties.
NOVELTY - A biopulp (I) of a non-woody fiber plant, comprises components of a non-woody fiber plant, and a suspension of a microorganism, where the non-woody fiber plant and the suspension of the microorganism are mixed and fermentatively cultured for preparing the biopulp.    USE - (I) is useful for producing paper pulp in papermaking industry.    ADVANTAGE - (I) can be produced economically using cheap raw materials such as non-woody fiber plants, and the method does not require chemical or semi-chemical process, thus avoiding pollution. The use of non-woody fiber plants as raw materials decreases the consumption of forest reserves.
NOVELTY - Explosive charge (A), comprising a casing (I) containing explosive material, a cap (II) coupled to (I) and fungal spores (III) that, when activated, metabolize and degrade the explosive material, is new.    USE - (A) is useful to degrade explosive materials (claimed), e.g. used in seismic surveying and for fracturing rock in wells to facilitate extraction of oil and gas.    ADVANTAGE - (A) does not provide potential environmental problems.
NOVELTY - A gas pressurized at greater than a preset gas injection pressure (P2) is injected in a reaction container (10). A liquid pressurized at greater than a predetermined gas-liquid contact reaction pressure (P3) is injected in the container, and the pressure of the gas is increased to greater than a pressure (P3). Contact reaction of gas and liquid is carried out.    USE - Used for gas-liquid contact reaction used for the production of a gas hydrate of methane, biogas and sewage gas, and for the purification of gaseous fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The contact reaction reduces the gas supply pressure and power consumption, using a compact apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a gas-liquid contact reactor (1) having a reaction container, a gas supply apparatus (30) and a liquid injection apparatus (20).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the gas-liquid compact reactor.    gas-liquid contact reactor (1)    reaction container (10)    liquid injection apparatus (20)    gas supply apparatus (30)    gas injection pressure (P2)    gas-liquid contact reaction pressure (P3)
NOVELTY - In a composting apparatus (CA), a forced ventilator sucks the gas in compost and an aeration apparatus (6c) causes gas sucked by ventilator to contact with water (6d).    USE - In plant cultivation (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The nasty smell substance contained in compost is absorbed and vaporization of nasty smell substance in atmosphere is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a plant cultivation system where the outlet water of the aeration apparatus in (CA) is used as plant culture liquid in an aquaculture apparatus;    (2) composting method (M1) comprising activating aerobes in compost and sucking the gas in compost, where the gas is made to contact water which absorbs unpleasant smelling substances and nitrates are produced;    (3) a plant cultivation method (M2) comprising (M1) with the additional step of making a plant absorb the water which nitrified the unpleasant smelling substance as a plant culture liquid; and    (4) a composting method comprising (M2) with addition of residual fertilizer and water containing plant culture liquid after aquaculture to compost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of aeration apparatus.    aeration apparatus (6)    exhaust pipe (6a)    aeration tank (6b)    water (6d)    hose (6g)
NOVELTY - The carbonaceous raw material is gasified. A mixed source gas containing the obtained gasified raw material and water vapor, is heated by a thermal storage material capable of thermally storing the sensible heat of combustion gas. The mixed source gas is maintained at 900-1400degreesC and at normal pressure, and a reformed gas containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide is produced.    USE - For modifying carbonaceous raw material used for producing reformed gas containing hydrogen used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is efficiently, simply and economically produced by modifying the carbonaceous raw material without using highly active modification catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for modifier (2).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline flow of structure of hydrogen production installation.    raw material supply apparatus (1)    modifier (2)    heat recovery unit (3)    off-gas utilization installation (4)    raw material tank (11)
NOVELTY - The ripened compost type material is produced by heat-drying organic waste, heating at elevated temperature, reducing the temperature followed by adding polymer and mixing.    USE - For producing ripened compost type material from organic waste such as biological treatment sludge and livestock dung, used as organic fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient and economical production of ripened compost type material with improved yield. The ripened compost type material has excellent handleability and fertilizing effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the systematic diagram of ripened compost type material production. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    oxidation-ditch treatment tank (1)    final sedimentation tank (2)    sterilization apparatus (3)    flocculation tank (4)    polymer dissolution tank (5)
NOVELTY - The organic refuse disposer has a processing machine main component (10) comprising a treatment tank (20) accommodating a bio-base material, a stirrer (25) to stir organic refuse in the treatment tank, and a ventilation unit (53) to diffuse air to the upper air-space region of bio-base material.    USE - For fermenting and decomposing organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The organic refuse disposer promotes activation of bio-base material and reliably prevents leakage of bio-base material from treatment tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the organic refuse disposer.    processing machine main component (10)    inlet port (19)    treatment tank (20)    stirrer (25)    heater (48)    ventilation unit (53)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has mixing vessel (18) in housing (12), and top plate (26) with garbage injection hole (32) and cover (28) fixed to top surface (17) of housing. An exhaust hole (18c) and air supply opening (18b) formed at opposite sides of vessel, are connected to air supply and deaeration unit (24). A shaft (20) with stirring blades (22) and auxiliary stirring blade (34) at different heights is positioned on motor shaft (14a).    USE - For home, restaurant, to process organic refuse such as food dregs.    ADVANTAGE - The bad smell generated during the organic refuse processing is reduced using the deaeration apparatus. The discharge of the organic refuse is reduced remarkably, thereby preventing the environmental pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of the organic refuse processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    housing (12)    motor shaft (14a)    top surface (17)    vessel (18)    air supply opening (18a)    exhaust hole (18c)    shaft (20)    stirring blades (22)    air supply and deaeration unit (24)    top plate (26)    cover (28)    garbage injection hole (32)    auxiliary stirring blade (34)
NOVELTY - The organic waste processing apparatus has tank (102) for carrying out fermentation of organic waste, heat exchanger (104) for dehumidifying produced vapor, air path connecting tank and exchanger, air blower for flowing air in air path, pH control tank (110), and several connecting pipes (118,119). Exchanger has header (130,131) on both sides of air inlet and air outlet sides, and water disposal unit is equipped on both the headers.    USE - For processing organic waste, such as organic refuse, municipal solid waste, foodstuffs waste and biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The processing apparatus stably enables processing of organic waste. The heat exchanger has favorable dehumidification capability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic waste processing apparatus has a tank (102) for carrying out fermentation processing of organic waste, heat exchanger (104) for dehumidifying produced vapor, air path connecting tank and exchanger, air blower for flowing air in air path, pH control tank (110), and several connecting pipes (118,119) arranged in parallel for flowing air in headers. The pH control tank carries out neutralization of dehumidification water produced by heat exchanger. The heat exchanger has header (130,131) on both sides of air inlet side and air outlet side, and water disposal unit is equipped on both the headers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of organic waste processing apparatus.    tank (fermenter) (102)    heat exchanger (104)    pH control tank (110)    connecting pipes (118,119)    air inlet side header (130)    air outlet side header (131)
NOVELTY - The membrane-type bioreactor (1) has membrane (2), to which a gas is supplied to interior and exterior, and a liquid is supplied to exterior. Gas is air or oxygen.    USE - For processing liquid (claimed), and used in wastewater treatment and sewage treatment.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane-type bioreactor performs high-low processing stably and economically for long period of time, and is compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for liquid processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the membrane-type bioreactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    membrane-type bioreactor (1)    hollow fiber membrane (2)    compressor (3)    blower (4)    diffusion tube (5)    circulation pump (6)
NOVELTY - A steam electrolyzer has an electrolysis cell (1) comprising a hydrogen pole (21) and an oxygen electrode (31). A hydrogen ejection chamber (4) is provided in a water feed chamber (2) to eject hydrogen generated in a hydrogen pole. An oxygen ejection chamber (5) removes oxygen generated in the oxygen electrode. Power supply terminals (22, 32) supply electric power to the hydrogen pole and oxygen electrode, respectively.    USE - Used for generating hydrogen gas used in a solid electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The leakage of oxygen and hydrogen from the electrolysis cell is prevented effectively by ensuring a reliable gas sealing structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the steam electrolyzer.    electrolysis cell (1)    water feed chamber (2)    hydrogen ejection chamber (4)    oxygen ejection chamber (5)    power supply terminals (22,32)    oxygen electrode (31)
NOVELTY - Solution prepared by dissolving platinum catalyst and/or ruthenium catalyst in isopropanol and solution prepared by dissolving fullerene in toluene are transferred to a container. A liquid phase-boundary surface is established in the container and maintained at -10 to 30degreesC for 0.5-20 days, to manufacture fullerene nanowhisker nanofiber nanotube which supports platinum and/or ruthenium catalyst.    USE - For manufacturing catalyst carrying fullerene nanowhisker-nanofiber nanotube used in hydrogen generator and membrane/electrode assembly of fuel cell (both claimed), and field emission display.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides fullerene nano whisker-nano fiber nanotube steadily. The electricity or electronic characteristics of the nanotube are controlled easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) catalyst carrying fullerene nanowhisker nanofiber nanotube;    (2) manufacture of fullerene nanowhisker-nanofiber nanotube;    (3) micro manufacturing apparatus of fullerene nanowhisker-nanofiber nanotube;    (4) micro-hydrogen generator; and    (5) membrane/electrode assembly of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows micro-channel reactor used in liquid-phase synthesis of fullerene nano whisker-nano fiber nanotube.
NOVELTY - The gas containing hydrogen-containing compound is made to contact with carbon fiber pieces filled in a reaction container, and the carbon fiber pieces are subjected to microwave irradiation under pressure of 0.001-1 MPa. The hydrogen-containing compound is modified by irradiation, and hydrogen is obtained.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell used for electric power generating apparatus and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method simply and continuously provides hydrogen with high reaction efficiency, under normal temperature and normal pressure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the apparatus used for formation of hydrogen by Floe process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The chemical micro-reactor has a substrate (10) at which groove-shaped reaction flow path (11) is formed, a substrate (20) for closing open end of reaction flow path, and an oxide film (21) provided between substrates (10,20). The oxide film contains metal having stress value of 20x1010 dyn/cm2. The substrate (20) is provided at facing side of substrate (10).    USE - For power supply system (claimed) typically a reformer for solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The chemical reactor efficiently produces chemical reaction in reaction flow path, and is simply manufactured. The substrate of chemical reactor is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for power supply system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of manufacturing process of chemical reactor.    substrates (10,20)    reaction flow path (11)    catalyst layer (12)    oxide film (21)    thin film (21a)
NOVELTY - A power converter (17) transforming the electric power generated in a fuel cell (1) is adjoined and arranged at the vehicle rear side of the fuel cell. A hydrogen supply system components (3), an air supply system components (9), and a fuel cell cooling type components (13) are arranged at the front portion of the fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces electrical connection of the fuel cell and the power converter thus contributing to improvement of layout property and reduction of manufacturing cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fuel cell (1)    Hydrogen supply system components (3)    Air supply system components (9)    Fuel cell cooling type components (13)    Power converter (17)
NOVELTY - A secondary bile acid inhibitor (I) comprises Ruminococcus and/or difructose dianhydride 3 (di-D-fructofuranose-1,2':2,3'-dianhydride).    USE - (I) or (II) is useful for decreasing risk of colon cancer, hepatic cancer or cholelithiasis.    ADVANTAGE - (I) enables effective suppression of the production of secondary bile acid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a food/beverage product (II) comprising (I);    (2) a feed for animals comprising (I); and    (3) a fermented food being produced utilizing Ruminococcus as a fermentation starter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is the graph representing the effect of difructose dianhydride 3 in human. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A mixture of metal which as catalytic ability, a solid metal hydrogen complex, and a substance for heat generation (25) which promotes hydrogen generation by reaction with water, is contacted with water. The metal hydrogen complex reacts with water and hydrogen is generated.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is generated with sufficient responsiveness. Fuel cell operation is improved rapidly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hydrogen generator; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows explanatory drawing of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (2)    containers (21)    cover material (22)    water supply pipe (23)    mixtures (24)    heat generation substance (25)
NOVELTY - A liquid biofuel comprises water, an alcohol or alcohol derivative (such as an ether) and an animal or vegetable grease or oil; where the composition is in the form of an emulsion, stabilized by a surfactant.    USE - Used for the preparation of a liquid fuel free from products of fossil origins, such as petroleum or carbon. The product obtained is suitable for use in stationary diesel engines.    ADVANTAGE - The biofuel is easily prepared and does not not require addition of a complex compound or involve a complex chemical reaction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the preparation of the the product.
NOVELTY - Hydrodesulfuration of a hydrocarbon cut(HC) containing at least 5% of olefins in wich the cut is mixed with a hydrogen supply(HYD) and recycled hydrogen(REC) at the inlet to the reactor.The reactor contains a desulfuration catalyst in conditions enabling transformation of sulfur compounds to hydrogen sulfide ; a purification process may be effected on the HYD/REC supply so that the overall charge comprises no more than 50 vppm of carbon monoxide and at least 120 vppm of carbon monoxide + 1/2 carbon dioxide.    USE - The process enables the diversification of possible H2 sources, without complete elimination of CO2 contamination, provided the CO content is restricted to lee than 50 vppm.The presence of CO decreases the activity of the catalyst and lowers the octane index.    ADVANTAGE - The purification of the H2 supply can be effected without resorting to costly treatments effecting total elimination of impurites, such as pressure swing adsorption.
NOVELTY - A fermentation plant comprising a drum, measuring up to 40 - 50 m long by 3 - 5 m in diameter, rotated about its lengthwise axis by a drive system with a pinion turning about a main axis parallel to that of the drum and meshing with crown gear fixed to the drum, is new.    USE - The plant is used for aerobic fermentation of waste materials.    ADVANTAGE - The rotary drive system allows the pinion to move and compensate for expansion of the drum as it is heated as a result of the fermentation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fermentation plant comprising of a drum (2), measuring up to 40 - 50 m long by 3 - 5 m in diameter, rotated about its lengthwise axis by a drive system with a pinion (58) turning about a main axis (59) parallel to that of the drum and meshing with crown gear (45) fixed to the drum. The pinion is mounted on a support by a pivoted bar (64) with first and second floating axes (65, 66) that allow it to move freely by up to 10 degrees on either side of its rest position. The pinion is driven by a motor, reduction gear and a coupling that allows it to pivot about the two floating axes, which are separate from but parallel to the drum's main axis.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of the fermentation drum at the point of its drive.    Drum (2)    Pinion (58)    Pinion axis (59)    Pivoted bar (64)    Floating axes (65, 66)
NOVELTY - A rotary drum for aerobic fermentation of waste, comprising ventilation ports with shutters to provide axial circulation of air, is new    USE - The rotary drum is used for the aerobic fermentation of waste materials.    ADVANTAGE - The shutters prevent the ventilation ports from becoming blocked with waste as the drum rotates.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A rotary drum for aerobic fermentation of waste, comprising ventilation ports with shutters to provide axial circulation of air. The fermentation drum, measuring up to 40 - 50 m long by 3 - 5 m in diameter and driven so that it rotates about a horizontal or slightly inclined axis (4), has a main cylindrical wall and an outlet with a door (13) in its transverse end wall (6), which also has one or more separate ventilation ports (20, 20a, 20b) with covers (23). The covers are in the form of shutters (28a, 28b) that are held in the closed position by springs (29) on rods (24) and are opened by a force applied against the effort of the springs. The ventilation ports and shutters make up a series of regularly-spaced assemblies (21a, 21b, 21c, 21d) in the drum end wall, and the shutters are opened in sequence by a curved bar (31) outside the drum as they reach the top point in its rotation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of the drum at its outlet end.    Drum axis (4)    Cylindrical wall (6)    Outlet door (13)    Ventilation ports (20, 20a, 20b)    Ventilation port and shutter assemblies (21a, 21b, 21c, 21d)    Cover (23)    Rod (24)    Shutters (28a, 28b)    Spring (29)    Curved shutter operating bar (31)
NOVELTY - Vaporizer comprises a housing (12) surrounding a vaporization chamber (18) containing a porous medium (30) and having a liquid inlet (38). The porous medium is in two zones (32, 34) separated by a flow barrier (36).    USE - The vaporizer is useful for producing a fuel/air mixture for combustion in a motor vehicle heater or for producing a hydrocarbon/air mixture for hydrogen production in a reformer, e.g. for use in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The operation of the vaporizer can be adapted to the amount of liquid to be vaporized, e.g. just one zone can be used if the amount of liquid is small (compare DE19529994).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) motor vehicle heater comprising a vaporizer as above for producing and burning a fuel/air mixture;    (2) reformer comprising a vaporizer as above for producing a hydrocarbon/air mixture for hydrogen production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vaporizer as above in longitudinal cross-section.    Housing (12)    Vaporization chamber (18)    Porous medium (30)    First zone (32)    Second zone (34)    Flow barrier (36)    Liquid inlet. (38)
NOVELTY - Method for removing of unwanted components (I) (preferably e.g. aromatic and heavy hydrocarbons) from a hydrocarbon-rich gas stream comprises adding heavy hydrocarbon-containing fraction to the hydrocarbon rich gas stream; separating the mixed fraction in a gas fraction released from (I) and a liquid fraction enriched with (I); and liquefying the gas fraction released from (I), further subjecting to treatment and/or used as product.    USE - The method is useful for removing of unwanted components (preferably aromatic, heavy hydrocarbons, unsaturated hydrocarbons, sulfur components and/or carbon dioxide) from a hydrocarbon-rich gas stream (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is operated under a pressure range of up to 100 bar, without delimitation of the pressure range, without during a further temperature reduction and a solid loss takes place via enrichment of the unwanted components.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method for removing of unwanted components (I) (preferably aromatic, heavy hydrocarbons, unsaturated hydrocarbons, sulfur components and/or carbon dioxide) from a hydrocarbon-rich gas stream (preferably natural gas stream) comprises adding a heavy hydrocarbon-containing fraction to the hydrocarbon rich gas stream; separating the mixed fraction in a gas fraction released from (I) and a liquid fraction enriched with (I); and liquefying the gas fraction released from (I) and/or further subjecting to treatment and/or used as product, where the separation of the hydrocarbon rich gas stream (3, 4), takes place in which a heavy hydrocarbons containing fraction (11) is added in a separating column (T1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the view of the method of removing unwanted components from hydrocarbon rich gas stream:    Hydrocarbon rich gas stream (3,4)    Liquid fraction (8,9,10,13)    Heavy hydrocarbons containing fraction (11)    Heat exchangers (E)    Separating column (T1)    Second separating column (T2)
NOVELTY - Reducing biogas holder emissions migrating through a membrane seal, comprising trapping the emerging biogas and exhausting to a biogas burner, is new.    USE - Reducing biogas losses from biogas store (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process maximizes energy efficiency.
NOVELTY - Disclosed is a method for producing methanol synthetic gas with hydrocarbon gas and coal as raw materials, which comprises preparing methanol synthetic gas using gaseous hydrocarbon and coal as raw material, mixing by the following proportion, 0.5-1 part of methanol synthetic gas by using gaseous hydrocarbon as the raw material, 1 part of methanol synthetic gas by using coal as the raw material, making the hydrogen-carbon ratio of the obtained methanol raw material gas to be (H2-CO2)/(CO+CO2)=2.0-2.1, compressing and loading into methanol synthesizing procedure.
NOVELTY - An auto exchange culture and expand system of the land plant with the cell or organism of alga is made up of air transportation system, storage system, auto feeding pump, controller, peristaltic pump,culture equipment, thermostat water bath, pipes, storage pool, first aeration pipe, first filtering film of 0.22um and switch. The system can reach the automated condition.
NOVELTY - Fixating sand includes such steps as preparing the culture medium from soil, nutrients, water and water absorbent through mixing, loading it in the perforated bowls, choosing the seeds of drought-resistant herbaceous plant or suffurticosa plant, using ion beam to induce their mutagenesis, sowing them in the culture medium, and transplanting them along with the perforated bowls in the desert for fixating sand.
NOVELTY - The sprayed fertilizer as one kind of biochemical fertilizer contains nitrogen fertilizer, phosphate fertilizer and potash fertilizer in 50-60 wt% as well as humic acid, trace elements, common elements, amino acids, biological bacterial preparation and foliage expanding agent in certain proportion. The sprayed fertilizer has the functions of activating enzyme, promoting leaf growth, raising chlorophyll levels, strengthening photosynthesis, promoting metabolism of carbohydrate, improving soil, raising crop resistance, etc.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to refined organic fertilizer produced with vitamin C fermenting dregs and its production process. The refined organic fertilizer includes vitamin C fermenting dregs 64-67 wt%, calcium-rich cinder 30-33 wt%, urea 1.0-2.0 wt%, potassium dihydrogen phosphate 0.1-0.2 wt%, zinc sulfate 0.1-0.2 wt%, and lime 1.0-2.0 wt%. The production process includes collecting vitamin C fermenting dregs, regulating pH to neutrality with lime, replenishing small amount of nitrogen fertilizer, phosphate fertilizer, potash fertilizer and trace elements, fermentation at normal temperature for 4-6 days, adding calcium-rich cinder, fermentation at middle temperature for 7-10 days, drying in the air, sieving and other steps. The fertilizer can promote crop growth, and raise crop resistance.
NOVELTY - The active organic fertilizer is produced with waste edible fungi culturing matter, tobacco leftover and/or distiller's residue in 50-60 wt%, bone meal 5-15 wt%, natural phosphate ore powder 5-15 wt% and potassium shale powder 20-30 wt%, and through mixing, sterilizing, fermenting via adding fermenting bacteria, ventilation while fermentation and other steps. The active organic fertilizer has great amount one active microbes and tropina, can raise soil fertility, increase crop yield and quality.
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses the production process of biological organic fertilizer for bamboo shoots. Excrement of farm animal is produced into the biological organic fertilizer through mixing while adding crushed crop stalk, adding probiotics, adding mixture, stacking to ferment, drying and packing. The organic fertilizer produced through modern technological process with microbial technology has excellent physical property, proper nitrogen fertilizer, phosphate fertilizer and potash fertilizer proportion, high fertility and function of inhibiting underground pests. The organic fertilizer is especially suitable for bamboo shoots as well as vegetable and other crops.
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses the production process of plant type organic fertilizer for bamboo shoots. Excrement of farm animal is produced into the plant type organic fertilizer through mixing while adding crushed crop stalk, adding probiotics, adding vegetative pest repelling matter, stacking to ferment, drying and packing. The organic fertilizer produced through modern technological processwith microbial technology has excellent physical property, proper nitrogen fertilizer, phosphate fertilizer and potash fertilizer proportion, high fertility and function of inhibiting underground pests. The organic fertilizer is especially suitable for bamboo shoots as well as vegetable and other crops.
NOVELTY - The ferment bacterial organic fertilizer is produced with plant stalk powder, wheat bran, rice bran, soybean residue, chicken excrement, saccharomycete, bentonite and starch. The production process includes the steps of crushing, mixing while adding water, fermentation, stoving, pelletizing and packing. The present invention has short fermentation time of 7-12 days, and during fermentation, jet ventilation technology is adopted for complete fermentation and high fertilizer quality. The present invention is suitable for industrial production.
NOVELTY - The plant originated organic fertilizer is prepared with 18 kinds of plant materials with Chinese medicinal materials as main components. All the plant materials are produced into five kinds of fertilizer liquid through separate soaking in water, decoction, filtering to eliminate dreg and fermentation. The five kinds of fertilizer liquid includes fertilizer liquid A produced with red sage, wolfberry fruit and other 4 kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, fertilizer liquid B produced with white atractylodes rhizome, Dangshen and other 2 kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, fertilizer liquid C produced with privet fruit, cassia twig and other 3 kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, fertilizer liquid D1 produced with bupleurum root, dried orange peel and other 3 kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, and fertilizer liquid D2 produced with almond, selfheal and other 2 kinds of Chinese medicinal materials. The organic fertilizer has also functions of pesticide, and the agricultural productshas no nitrite.
NOVELTY - A mixed fertilizer prepared with sludge, sawdust, grass and zeolite in certain proportion, where the mixed fertilizer is produced through mixing the components, fermenting to mature, testing and regulating components to reach the required nutritious components. The mixed fertilizer has sludge as main component and is applied to tree, flower, nursery and others irrelative to food chain. The present invention can utilize sludge fully to eliminate pollution and low cost.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system (1) has a fuel cell stack (5) containing fuel cells (2); and a hydrocarbon fuel storage device (3)operatively connected to the fuel cell stack, and comprising nanotubes (4) adapted to store a hydrocarbon fuel.    USE - Used in vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides fuel storage material with higher capacity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of operating a fuel cell system comprising providing a stored hydrocarbon fuel from nanotubes to a fuel cell stack containing fuel cells; and operating the fuel cells to generate electric power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic view of the inventive fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cells (2)    Hydrocarbon fuel storage device (3)    Nanotubes (4)    Fuel cell stack (5)    Conduit pipe (7)
NOVELTY - Processing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) involves passing LNG through a heat exchanger; fractionating into a methane-rich vapor stream and a natural gas liquid stream; passing methane-rich vapor stream through heat exchanger to provide a two-phase stream; separating the stream into a methane-rich liquid portion and a gas portion; increasing pressure of liquid portion to provide sendout liquid stream; and recovering sendout liquid stream.    USE - For recovering natural gas liquids and a pressurized methane-rich sales gas from liquefied natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - The method of processing LNG enables selective diverting of the LNG to a flow path that vaporizes both methane and ethane plus within the LNG. The two-phase stream is separated into a methane-rich liquid stream and a methane-rich gas stream. Thus, the majority of the vapor stream forms the methane-rich liquid stream, which can easily be pumped to sendout pressure by a sendout pump without requiring costly and inefficient compressing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Recovering the sendout liquid stream provides a sales gas for delivery to a pipeline. Passing the methane-rich vapor stream through the heat exchanger occurs without increasing pressure of the methane-rich vapor stream, and the methane-rich vapor stream occupies at least 85 wt.% of the two phase stream.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a system comprising a heat exchanger, LNG inlet line in fluid communication with LNG source, a fractionation system, a vapor-liquid separator, a condensation line, a pump, and a vaporizer.
NOVELTY - Producing green fuel comprises fermenting vegetable material, separating the fermented material into a suspension of organic material and an aqueous liquid phase containing ethanol, distilling the liquid phase to recover water and an ethanol phase, anaerobically digesting the suspension of organic material to produce biogas, and burning the biogas to generate electricity and heat for use in the process.    USE - Producing green fuel, i.e. ethanol.    ADVANTAGE - The process can be operated without an external energy supply and without mains water.
NOVELTY - A fuel supplying system for a fuel cell, comprises a container (1) having a liquid fuel and a carrier for fixing the liquid fuel. The carrier contains solid particles having an average particle diameter of 0.1 microns - 5 mm.    USE - For a fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel supplying system can provide a compact and highly reliable fuel cell, especially when used in vehicles, and in mobile information instruments, where light weight is important.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INORGANIC CHEMISTRY - Preferred Component: The liquid fuel (2) is released by introducing a second liquid into the container to contact with the carrier which fixes the liquid fuel, provided that the second liquid has a larger chemical affinity to the carrier than the liquid fuel. The carrier is contained in a membrane through which the liquid fuel and the second liquid penetrate. Preferred Property: The carrier is a material having a weight-average molecular weight of not less than 100.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic drawing of a fuel cell to which the inventive fuel supplying system is applied.    Container (1)    Liquid fuel (2)    Pressure controlling hole (6)    Unit cell (8)    Fuel cell stack (9)
NOVELTY - A core-shell glass micro-sphere comprises a glass shell (12) and a hollow (14) or porous core (16) for storing and releasing hydrogen fuel, the shell comprising a glass composition with a glass transition temperature (Tg) below 450degreesC, and a heat radiation-absorbing ingredient.    USE - The core-shell glass micro-sphere is for a chamber (claimed). It is used as a hydrogen storage and supply glass material, or particularly as infrared-absorbing glass material, for storing and releasing hydrogen to a power-generating device, such as a fuel cell or a hydrogen combustion engine. The fuel cells are for use in e.g. portable electronic devices, automobiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV).    ADVANTAGE - The core-shell glass micro-sphere features a high hydrogen storage capacity and ability to safely and reliably store and feed hydrogen fuel, to a power-generating device. It is capable of storing hydrogen and releasing the hydrogen fuel in a convenient and controlled manner (primarily using infrared energy), without involving an excessively high microsphere heating temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a chamber containing core-shell micro-spheres, where microspheres are filled with pressurized hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic of shell-core spheres: (a) shell-hollow core sphere, and (b) shell-porous core spheres with the shell and pore wall being made of a plastic or glass material.    Glass shell (12)    Hollow core (14)    Porous core (16)    Pores (18)    Pore wall (19)
NOVELTY - An air sampling system comprises a sensor suite for measuring characteristic(s) of air sample, air intake valves (103a-103d) for switching air samples, and tubing (105) coupled to the air intake valves and termination points from which air samples are obtained and transported via the tubing to the sensor suite. Portion(s) of the tubing includes an electrically conductive inner layer comprising carbon nanotubes.    USE - For measuring characteristics of air sample.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive air sampling system includes tubing that enables efficient of transport particulate matter with minimal absorption and off-gassing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of transporting an air sample by obtaining an air sample from a first location, transporting the air sample to a second location in tubing including an electrically conductive inner layer comprising carbon nanotubes and/or carbon nanofibers, and measuring characteristic(s) of the air sample using a sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a block diagram of the inventive air sampling system.    Central sensing and control system (101)    Air intake valves (103a-103d)    Tubing (105)    Tubing branches (105a-105d)    Backbone section (105e)    Air pump (109)    Control and communications unit (111)    Control network (113)
NOVELTY - The fuel composition comprises 30 to 70 wt. % of an 8-24C alcohol and 70 to 30 wt. % of a 2-20C ether.    USE - As fuel composition for conventional internal combustion engine.
NOVELTY - New fuel compositions which can be used, as they are, for an internal combustion engine of the conventional vehicles and cause a low environmental pollution are disclosed. The present invention provides fuel composition consists of only ether comprising substantially a branched aliphatic group ether and provides fuel composition consists of substantially ether comprising a branched aliphatic group ether and alcohol comprising a branched aliphatic group alcohol. The present invention provides fuel composition comprising additional an aliphatic group ether as the ether. Fuel composition according to the present invention, can be applied in the conventional vehicles to travel the vehicles without containing the gasoline component and maintains a low level in the environmental pollution.    USE - For e.g. automobile internal combustion engines.    ADVANTAGE - The alcohol-ether fuel composition can be applied to conventional vehicles to travel the vehicles without containing the gasoline component and maintains a low level in the environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - Invention relates to storing ensilage of fodders. Method involves preparing the association of strains of lactic acid and a strain of propionic acid microorganisms consisting of two complexes: the 1-st complex - association of strains of lactic acid microorganisms Streptococcus salivarius - LT1, LT2, LT3, LT5, Enterococcus durans - LT4 and LT-6, Lactobacillus plantarum - LT7 and the strain of propionic acid microorganisms Propionibacterium freudenreihii - LT8 taken in the ratio 3:1 that is mixed with grits of cereals or legumes crops taken in the ratio 3:1, and the 2-d complex - association of the strain of propionic acid microorganisms Propionibacterium freudenreihii - LT8, and strains of lactic acid microorganisms Streptococcus salivarius - LT1, LT2, LT3, LT5, Enterococcus durans - LT4, LT6, Lactobacillus plantarum - LT7 taken in the ratio 5:1 and prepared by the same method as the 1-st complex. These complexes are used for fermenting pasteurized milk with fatness index 1.5-2.5% in the ratio 1:30. Invention provides preparing ensilage of high assimilability and enriched with vitamin B12, to increase the content of nutrient properties of ensilage and to reduce the cost of ensilage prepared.    USE - Biotechnology, agriculture.    ADVANTAGE - Improved preparing method.1 tbl
NOVELTY - A fluctuation mechanism comprising elastic structure (11,11A) such as a spring fluctuates the electrodes (2-4) immersed in water in a container (1) .    USE - For waste water treatment plant, drainage-liquid processing apparatus, bathing tank, or liquid filter apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The adherence of foreign material or microorganisms on surface of electrodes, is prevented thereby improving lifetime of liquid-level measuring device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top elevation view and explanatory diagram of liquid-level measuring device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    container (1)    electrodes (2-4)    cover (5)    top ring (6)    elastic structure (11,11A)
NOVELTY - A refiner of sewage gas (1) containing siloxane compound has a siloxane compound removal portion (5) and a methane condensed portion (7) at the downstream side.    USE - For purification of sewage gas containing siloxane compound generated during anerobic fermentation of organic wastes such as organic refuse and sewage sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The refiner enables simple and efficient purification of sewage gas and provides gas of high methane concentration and high purity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for purification of sewage gas, comprising performing methane concentration after removing siloxane compound from sewage gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the sewage-gas refiner.    sewage gas (1)    purified gas (2)    exhaust gas (3)    siloxane removal portion (5)    layer filled with siloxane adsorption agent (6)    methane condensed portion (7)    layer filled with carbon dioxide adsorption agent (8)    gas purge pipe (10)
NOVELTY - Original gas containing methane, carbon dioxide and siloxane compound, is contacted with water under high pressure of 0.55-2 MPa, so that the carbon dioxide is dissolved in high pressure water and separated from the original gas. Then the siloxane compound is condensed and separated from the original gas, and purified gas containing methane of high concentration is obtained.    USE - For purification of gas containing methane, carbon dioxide and siloxane compound, such as sewage-sludge digestion gas generated from anaerobic digestion processing of sewage sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon dioxide and the siloxane compound are simultaneously removed from the original gas, and purified gas containing methane of high concentration is obtained. Process of removing siloxane compound is not required after removing carbon dioxide, hence siloxane compound removal apparatus is not required.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure explanatory drawing of a gas purification apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mist separator (1)    gas compression machine (2a,2b)    absorption tower (3)    feed water pump (4)    pressure reduction tank (5)
NOVELTY - The remote operated valves (17,18,19) are installed in combustion gas piping (15), hydrogen supply piping (13) and burner fuel piping (3) respectively. The opening/closing control of the valves is carried out based on the hydrogen supply command signal and hydrogen supply-stoppage command signal from high pressure hydrogen filling installation (14).    USE - For producing and supplying hydrogen to high pressure hydrogen filling installation which fills hydrogen into fuel cell equipped vehicle, using town gas as source.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to restart the hydrogen supply without providing new compressor. Combustion in the modifier burner is made stable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    burner fuel pipe (3)    gas compressor (2)    hydrogen supply piping (13)    high pressure hydrogen filling installation (14)    combustion gas piping (15)    remote operated valves (17,18,19)
NOVELTY - A hopper (21) has a rotor plate (27) with openings corresponding to injection holes of a stationary plate (24), provided between the stationary plate and a base plate. A cone portion (29) is fixed to the center of the rotor plate, and a cutting hole is formed at the base plate, for cutting down granular biomass material for each constant rate. A cutting pipe supplies the cut material to a feeder.    USE - For supplying granular biomass material including organic waste such as used paper, weeds and coppiced timber in biomass gasification system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system enables the supply of granular biomass material stably and smoothly, and enables gasification of the biomass material efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for gasification system which includes a feeder with screw (42) whose front end (42a) is protruding to gasifier (12). The rotation of the rotor plate of the hopper is coupled to the screw.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the biomass gasification system.    gasifier (12)    hopper (21)    stationary plate (24)    rotor plate (27)    cone portion (29)    feeder (41)
NOVELTY - Sludge returned water (A) is produced by concentration dehydration treatment of sludge in sludge disposal system carrying out processing of sedimentation basin sludge, final sedimentation tank sludge or sludge obtained by aerobic and anaerobic digestion, produced during initial stage of sewage treatment. Organic substance of water (A) is removed and made into fuel source of microorganism fuel cell. Processing of water (A) is enabled.    USE - For processing sludge returned water produced during concentration dehydration treatment of sludge in sewage works.    ADVANTAGE - Processing of sludge returned water is efficiently enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus of sludge returned water, which has microorganism fuel cell, which uses organic substance of sludge returned water as fuel source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of processing apparatus of sludge returned water.    anode (1)    cathode (3)    proton permeable film (5)    external circuit (6)    sludge returned water (A)    aggregation sludge (I)    final treated water (H)
NOVELTY - Hydrocarbon compound and olefin compound are reacted by stirring and light irradiation, to obtain (un)substituted saturated hydrocarbon compound.    USE - For manufacturing (un)substituted saturated hydrocarbon compound used as intermediate of surfactant.    ADVANTAGE - The (un)substituted saturated hydrocarbon compound is manufactured at high yield and high selectivity under mild condition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Hydrocarbon compound of formula (1): X1Y1, and olefin compound of formula (2) are reacted by stirring and light irradiation, to obtain (un)substituted saturated hydrocarbon compound of formula (3).    X1 = linear or branched (un)substituted saturated 1-18C hydrocarbon group;    Y1 = H, F, Cl, Br or I;    R11-R14 = Y1 or linear or branched (un)substituted 2-6C hydrocarbon group; and    n = 1-10.
NOVELTY - The composting system uses a barge hull (3), e.g. 25 m long by 4 m wide, with an inner metal liner (2) and channels in its floor (4) covered by grids (5). It is fitted with a gas injection system (7) to provide forced ventilation of the waste material (10) being composted, and a tank to collect leachate that runs along the floor channels while the waste is being composted under a waterproof cover (6). Gases extracted from the composting waste are passed through a biofilter containing natural products such as pine bark before being released into the outside air. The barge, which can be towed, pushed or self-propelled, has a power unit for its own electricity supply.    USE - Composting waste materials from various sources, such as domestic, agricultural and industrial.    ADVANTAGE - The barge is able to travel from place to place collecting waste or delivering compost, and can be moored in a suitable location while the composting process takes place.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of the compost-making barge.    Metal liner (2)    Hull (3)    Floor (4)    Grids (5)    Waterproof cover (6)    Gas injection system (7)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel preparation system (13) for fuel and a cleaning unit (15) for a synthesis gas produced in the fuel preparation system that can be fed to a fuel cell (10). The cleaning unit has at least two separate cleaning stages (16,17) that are connected in parallel.    USE - For generating electricity in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Has a fuel preparation system that enables very dynamic operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a fuel cell system    fuel preparation system (13)    cleaning unit (15)    fuel cell (10)    cleaning stages (16,17)    fuel pump (14)
NOVELTY - The thermally foaming microsphere has a structure in which a foaming agent is encapsulated in an outer shell formed from a polymer. The foaming agent comprises isododecane.    USE - As foaming agent used for producing foam products (both claimed), such as foam coated film, and foaming ink used in coating material for motor vehicles, wallpaper and patterning.    ADVANTAGE - The thermally foaming microsphere has favorable slip characteristics, thermal insulation property, cushioning properties and sound insulating property. The microsphere has excellent workability, and can be used effectively for coating material with which surface property and smoothness are required.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The foaming agent contains a blend of isododecane and other foaming agent having boiling point lower than that of isododecane. The foaming agent having boiling point lower than that of isododecane, is hydrocarbon. The polymer used in forming outer shell, is a homopolymer or copolymer obtained by polymerizing monomer containing at least one type of vinyl monomer chosen from vinylidene chloride, acrylonitrile, methacrylonitrile, acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, acrylic ester, methacrylic ester, vinyl aromatic compound and vinyl acetate. The copolymer is a copolymer of nitrile monomer and/or vinyl monomer, chosen from acrylonitrile and methacrylonitrile    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of thermally foaming microsphere;    (2) use of the thermally foaming microsphere;    (3) composition containing the thermally foaming microsphere; and    (4) foam product.
NOVELTY - The plasma reactor comprises four concentric channels including a non-thermal plasma reactor channel (23) immediately outside the inlet channel (21). A conductive screen is provided at outside boundary of the channel. The chemical reactor channel (25) is located outside the reactor channel (23)    USE - For cleaning polluted air, and for diesel engine exhaust emission treatment application. Also for treating urea or ammonia in selective catalytic reduction system, fuel gas at waste incineration plants and gas treatment for various chemical reaction processes.    ADVANTAGE - Compact radial flow design results in a lower pressure drop of gas flowing through reactor. Installation space of reactor is reduced. Radial flow design also permits gas flow direction to be reversed if desired.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the radial flow plasma reactor.    reactor (20)    inlet channel (21)    non-thermal plasma reactor channel (23)    chemical reactor channel (25)    gas outlet channel (26)
NOVELTY - A bio-diesel fuel production apparatus comprising a first reactor having an inlet to receive a mixture comprising two reactants, a reaction product, and an inert solvent that dissolves a portion of the reactants; an enzyme to facilitate reaction between the reactants to generate more reaction product; an outlet to output the reaction product and a return mechanism to send a portion of the reaction product back to the inlet, is new.    USE - For bio-diesel fuel production from vegetable oils and animal fats (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides a high purity fuel, e.g. alkyl ether, in a cost efficient manner with less waste and reduced side product. It can be made using a simple configuration that requires reduced capital investment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a system for generating alkyl ester comprising first subsystem including a first reactor having a first inlet to receive a first mixture comprising a first reactant, a second reactant, and an inert solvent to dissolve the first and second reactants, a first enzyme to facilitate a reaction between the first and second reactants to generate a reaction product, and a first outlet to output the reaction product, the inert solvent, and other components; and a second subsystem including a second reactor having inlet to receive a second mixture comprising additional second reactant, an inert solvent, a portion of the reaction product, and the other components from the first outlet, a second enzyme to facilitate a reaction between the second reactant and the other components to generate a more reaction product, and a second outlet to output the reaction product, including the reaction product received at the inlet of the second inlet and the reaction product generated from the reaction between second reactant and the other components.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a block diagram of a fuel production system.
NOVELTY - Fuel (I) for a liquid feed fuel cell, comprises formic acid (61 wt.%) (comprising methyl formate no greater than 25 ppm by weight).    USE - (I) is useful for a liquid feed fuel cell (claimed). (I) is also useful in direct liquid feed electrochemical fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - (I): provides high power output that is maintained for a substantial time; is substantially non-flammable; and is substantially pollution-free.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for a fuel for:    (1) the preparation of (I);    (2) a liquid feed fuel cell comprising formic acid (10 wt.%), a remaining weight substantially consisting of water, methyl formate (less than 25 ppm by weight) and acetic acid (less than 50 ppm by weight);    (3) a direct organic fuel cell comprising: a fuel; an anode; a cathode; an electrolyte between the anode and the cathode; and an anode fuel supply to supply the fuel to the anode, where the cathode and the electrolyte are operative to oxidize the organic fuel solution at the anode and reduce oxygen at the cathode; and    (4) a fuel for a liquid feed fuel cell comprising: formic acid (61 wt.%); acetic acid (less than 50 ppm ); and boric acid (620 ppm and less than 1230 ppm).
NOVELTY - A chemical microreactor is formed by imbedding a porous membrane with catalyst material(s).    USE - The inventive method is used for the formation of chemical microreactor for processing liquid fuel component(s) into hydrogen fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method can provide a chemical microreactor suitable for higher power applications at 10-50 W.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Formation of a chemical microreactor (2) comprises:    (1) forming capillary microchannel(s) within a substrate having inlet(s) and outlet(s);    (2) forming porous membrane(s);    (3) imbedding the porous membrane with catalyst material(s);    (4) integrating heater(s) into the chemical microreactor;    (5) interfacing the capillary microchannel with a liquid chemical reservoir at the inlet of the capillary microchannel; and    (6) interfacing the capillary microchannel with the porous membrane at the outlet of the capillary microchannel, such that gas flow moves in a horizontal direction from the inlet through the microchannel and moves in a vertical direction from the microchannel through the outlet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a microreactor.    Chemical microreactor (2)    Substrate (4a-b)    Reformer microchannel (6)    Inlet (8)    Outlet (10)    Porous membrane (12)    Heater (14)
NOVELTY - A power generation system (10) comprises a steam production device for providing steam to a steam turbine (12); a liquid-cooled electrolyzer (38) to produce a supply of hydrogen from water; and a cooling system to provide cooling liquid to the electrolyzer and to couple heated cooling liquid from the electrolyzer to the steam production device to enable the steam production device to produce steam from the heated cooling liquid.    USE - For producing power from a renewable energy source (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The power generation system utilizes the heat generated by the liquid-cooled electrolyzer to produce steam for power generation, thereby improving the efficiency of the power generation system. The energy transferred to the heated cooling water by the electrolyzer reduces the amount of energy that is needed to boil the heated cooling water to produce steam. The electrolyzer improves the overall productivity of the power generation system by providing a demand for power when electrical demand is low.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The system comprises a heat engine, where hydrogen produced by the electrolyzer is coupled to the heat engine for use as fuel by the heat engine; hydrogen storage tank (14); and a renewable energy power generating system. The steam production device is a heat recovery steam generator and comprises boiler. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for operating the power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a diagrammatical representation of the power generation system.    power generation system (10)    steam turbine (12)    storage tank (14)    liquid-cooled electrolyzer (38)    deionizer. (64)
NOVELTY - Preparation of a carbon nanostructure (I) comprises heating a carbonaceous material (A) in the presence of hydrogen at 900degreesC.    USE - (I) is useful as selective adsorbents in several gas separating processes and as storage materials for hydrogen and other small molecules.    ADVANTAGE - (I) has high storage capacity of hydrogen and other small molecules.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) (I) made by the process;    (2) a composition (X) comprising (I) having amorphous regions, turbostratic regions, a total BET (Brunauer, Emmett and Teller) surface area of at least 1500 m2/g and total pore volume of at least 0.5 cc/g;    (3) a process for storing small molecules (hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, methane or carbon dioxide) comprising introducing the small molecule into a storage vessel containing (I); and    (4) a process for separating mixtures of gases comprising introducing a mixture of gases into a storage vessel containing (I), allowing the gases to at least partially equilibrate at elevated pressure to form adsorbed and non-adsorbed gases, reducing the pressure and removing at least a portion of the non-adsorbed gases.
NOVELTY - Hydrogen gas is purified from synthesis gas containing carbon dioxide by contacting a carbon dioxide-containing synthesis gas stream with a first side of a carbon dioxide-selective membrane comprising a polyimide hard segment and polyamine.    USE - For purification of H2 from a synthesis gas containing CO2.    ADVANTAGE - The use of the C02-selective membrane allows alteration of the normal water gas shift reaction equilibrium, shifting the reaction towards production of H2.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Purification of hydrogen gas (H2) from a synthesis gas containing carbon dioxide (CO2) by the water-gas-shift reaction involves contacting a CO2-containing synthesis gas stream with a first side of a CO2-selective membrane comprising a polyimide hard segment and a polyamine; and withdrawing a CO2-enriched permeate from an obverse side of the CO2-selective membrane. The membrane further comprises salt of an amino acid from salts of structures (I) or (II).    R1-R3=H or 1-4C alkyl;    n=0-4;    Am+=cation having a valence of 1-3 and from Groups IA, IIA or IIIA of the Periodic Table of Elements or amine cation of structure (III);    R4-R5=H or 1-4C alkyl;    R6 =H, 1-4C alkyl or 2-6C alkyl amine with 1-4 nitrogen atoms;    y=1-4;    m=integer equal to the valence of the cation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic representation of the C02-selective membrane reactor.
NOVELTY - A desulfurizing agent contains dual-system oxide (10-100 wt.%) containing zinc and iron.    USE - For removing sulfur contained in gas obtained by gasification of heavy oil or its distillation residue, and coal, used for generating electric power in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The desulfurizing agent has high desulfurizing capability maintained for long period of time, and efficiently enables removal of sulfur at improved desulfurizing velocity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph of the relationship between desulfurizing time and sulfidation rate of desulfurizing agent. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The fuel cell utilizes hydrogen in reformed gas produced from modification reaction device to generate electric power. The supply of hydrocarbon group fuel to modification reaction device is stopped and inside of modification reaction device is purged, after reducing hydrogen concentration in reformed gas to preset level and ejecting reformed gas after consuming hydrogen at anode of fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell system shutdown method, for e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC).    ADVANTAGE - Removes hydrogen gas inside a system efficiently without reducing capability of fuel cell and without performing purging operation using inert gas during stop of fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining the control method of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A storage tank (61) temporarily stores the treated water flowing through the excess rehydration pipeline (25). The flowmeter (62) at the downstream side of the tank, measures the flow rate of the treated water flowing through the pipeline. The solenoid valve (63) controls the flow of waste water in waste-water ejection pipe. The siphon prevention pipe (64) prevents the flow of treated water in the pipeline.    USE - Bio-purification circulation system for flush toilet.    ADVANTAGE - The air is extracted sufficiently from the treated water, and the mixing of air with treated water is prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the bio-purification circulation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    excess rehydration pipeline (25)    storage tank (61)    flowmeter (62)    solenoid valve (63)    siphon prevention pipe (64)
NOVELTY - A stirring shaft (3) is provided with pair of stirring claws (2) so that both claws are conveyed along same direction. A conveyance shaft (5) is provided with conveyance blade (4) which is rotated along two mutually different directions. A discharge port (7) is provided at ejection pipe (6) arranged at upper position of conveyance blade at conveyance shaft which is extended out of tank (1) and inserted in ejection pipe.    USE - Compost stirring device for stirring and mixing water content adjustment materials such as saw dust and composting promotion material to excretion of livestock.    ADVANTAGE - Ejects compost after stirring efficiently. Enables to stir and mix water content adjustment material uniformly and rapidly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the compost stirring device.    tank (1)    stirring claw (2)    stirring shaft (3)    conveyance blade (4)    conveyance shaft (5)    ejection pipe (6)    discharge port (7)
NOVELTY - The reformer has mixing unit (1001) for mixing steam and raw material for hydrogen production, mixing facilitator (1002) for promoting mixing of the raw material and steam, and modifier (1003) for carrying out steam reformation of the mixture in the presence of a modification catalyst. The mixing facilitator is arranged at downstream of the mixing unit. The reformer generates reformed gas containing hydrogen.    USE - For generating reformed gas containing hydrogen for fuel cell system (both claimed) used as electric power generation system and co-generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The reformer exhibits driving stability for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) modification method; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mixing unit (1001)    mixing facilitator (1002)    modifier (1003)    burner (1003a)    reaction tube (1003b)    heat exchange unit (1004)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generation tool (1) consists of an aluminum pipe (3) in which sodium (2) filled in molten state is solidified and stored. (Emulsified) water is contacted with sodium, and hydrogen is generated.    USE - For fuel cells used for vehicles, electric converters, dynamo lighting sets used for camps, power-supply batteries used for barbecues, hydrogen-gas packed balloons used for distressed signals, and wheelchairs, for storing hydrogen, and as portable electric-power generation source.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generation tool continuously generates hydrogen by an easy method. Even if hydrogen contacts water during storage, preservation over a long period of time is eased since aluminum exists as an outside coating. By using metallic sodium as raw material, cost is reduced. Since sodium and aluminum do not produce a chemical reaction, a safe long-term storage is achieved. Since a high-temperature process is not involved, consumption energy for melting heating is reduced. Sodium hydroxide which is the reaction product produced as a waste can be recycled as material for chemical industries.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the hydrogen generation tool.    hydrogen generation tool (1)    sodium (2)    aluminum pipe (3)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen producing apparatus has modification portion (1), transformation portion (5), oxidizing agent gas supply portion (6), bypass flow path (15) and switching unit (7). Portion (1) generates reformed gas containing hydrogen from raw material containing organic compound. Portion (5) decreases carbon monoxide concentration in reformed gas. Portion (6) supplies oxidizing agent gas having oxygen to portion (5).    USE - For domestic fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen producing apparatus is prevented from equipment failure, and suppresses useless hydrogen consumption. The fuel cell system has high electric power generating efficiency. The transformation portion is maintained at favorable temperature during start.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen producing apparatus has a modification portion (1), a transformation portion (5), an oxidizing agent gas supply portion (6), a bypass flow path (15) and a switching unit (7). The portion (1) generates reformed gas containing hydrogen from raw material containing an organic compound. The portion (5) decreases carbon monoxide concentration in reformed gas by shift reaction. The portion (6) supplies oxidizing agent gas containing oxygen to the portion (5). The flow path is provided between the portions (5,6). The switching unit switches supply of oxidizing agent gas to portion (5) and flow path.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the structure of hydrogen producing apparatus and fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modification portion (1)    transformation portion (5)    oxidizing agent gas supply portion (6)    switching unit (7)    bypass flow path (15)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen purifier has a carbon-monoxide decreasing unit (126) which decreases carbon monoxide in the reformed gas containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide, a raw-material supplier (102), an oxidation-gas supplier (122), and a controller (200). The controller controls the supply of oxidation gas in the carbon-monoxide decreasing unit after purging the purifier with raw material during shutdown.    USE - For fuel cell systems (claimed), such as phosphoric acid fuel cells and polymer electrolyte fuel cells, used for electric-power generation, and in chemical processing plants requiring synthesis of high-purity hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen purifier prevents the deterioration of transformation and carbon-monoxide removal catalysts, by carrying out source-gas purge inside the purifier and preventing accumulation of carbon on the catalysts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen purifier has a carbon-monoxide decreasing unit (126) which decreases carbon monoxide in the reformed gas containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide, a raw-material supplier (102), an oxidation-gas supplier (122), and a controller (200). The raw-material supplier supplies a raw material containing an organic compound comprising carbon and hydrogen to the carbon-monoxide decreasing unit, and the oxidation-gas supplier supplies oxidation gas. The controller controls the supply of oxidation gas in the carbon-monoxide decreasing unit after purging the purifier with raw material during shutdown.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell system equipped with a fuel cell which generates electric power using hydrogen supplied from the hydrogen purifier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the hydrogen purifier.    modifier (101)    raw-material supplier (102)    carbon-monoxide remover (121)    oxidation-gas supplier (122)    temperature detector (123)    controller (200)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus has a modifier (5) having a modification catalyst component (23) and a desulfurizing layer (21,22) in upstream of modification catalyst component. The component (23) produces reformed gas containing hydrogen gas using source gas containing sulfur compound, by modification reaction. The desulfurizing layer contains a modification catalyst and hydrogen sulfide adsorption agent.    USE - For producing hydrogen used for fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus has simple structure. The catalyst activity of modification catalyst is maintained for long period of time. The trace amount of sulfur ingredient contained in source gas is reliably removed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydrogen production method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of modifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modifier (5)    desulfurizing layers (21,22)    modification catalyst component (23)    combustion pipe (28)
NOVELTY - The foam suppression device (30) has a sirocco fan (33) fixed to the rotary shaft (32) of a motor (31), at a position higher than a rotary body (37) also fixed to the rotary shaft. The sirocco fan receives air from the downward direction and discharges it to the sides.    USE - Foam suppression device of aerator for organic refuse processing apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Foam generated on the water level is suppressed over a wide range.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for organic refuse processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the decomposition tank. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    foam suppression device (30)    motor (31)    rotary shaft of motor (32)    sirocco fan (33)    rotary body (37)    controller (45)
NOVELTY - Organic waste (1) or organic wastewater is processed in methane fermentation tank (B1) by methane fermentation. Portion(s) of fermentation sludge (4) from methane fermentation tank (B1) is removed. The concentration of organic acid in sludge is reduced using organic acid removal apparatus (C1). The resulting sludge (5) is returned to methane fermentation tank. Thus, anaerobic resolution processing of organic waste is enabled.    USE - For anaerobic resolution processing of organic waste or organic wastewater, such as organic refuse, leftover food, foodstuff waste material and livestock excrements.    ADVANTAGE - The anaerobic-resolution processing of organic waste is quickly and economically enabled. The concentration of organic acid in fermentation sludge is easily reduced. The fermentation processing is effectively carried out.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for anaerobic-resolution processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view illustrating the processing of organic waste.    organic waste (1)    waste material slurry (2)    methane fermentation sludge (4,5)    concentrated organic acid (6)    methane fermentation tank (B1)    organic acid removal apparatus (C1)
NOVELTY - The anaerobic treatment apparatus has anaerobic digestion tank (1) having processing temperature of 45-60degreesC, solid-liquid separation unit (3), sludge return unit, sludge modification unit, modified sludge return unit and inorganic component elution unit (2). Anaerobic digestion of organic drainage liquid is performed. Digestive process liquid of tank is mixed with dilution water in unit (2), and inorganic component is eluted.    USE - For anaerobic digestion of organic drainage liquid.    ADVANTAGE - The anaerobic treatment apparatus carries out digestive process smoothly, reduces sludge concentration, improves recovery of methane gas, prevents accumulation of inorganic component and decreases calorie required for heating digestion tank.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The anaerobic treatment apparatus has anaerobic digestion tank (1) having processing temperature of 45-60degreesC, a solid-liquid separation unit (3), a sludge return unit, a sludge modification unit, a modified sludge return unit for recycling modified sludge to tank, and inorganic component elution unit (2). Anaerobic digestion of organic drainage liquid is carried out in tank (1). Digestive process liquid of tank is solid-liquid separated. Unit (3) ejects portion of supernatant liquid outside the system. Thickened sludge separated by unit (3) is returned to tank by return unit. The digestive sludge produced by tank is modified in modification unit. The digestive process liquid is mixed with dilution water in unit (2), and inorganic component is eluted in water and supplied to unit (3).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the systematic diagram of the anaerobic treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    anaerobic digestion tank (1)    inorganic component elution unit (2)    solid-liquid separation unit (3)    ozone reaction tank (4)    ozonizer (5)
NOVELTY - The gas detection system (100) has a gas detecting portion for detecting specific gas out of supplied gas, several gas passageways (120a-120d) for inducing gas collected from several gas detection-target locations (110a-110d), and a switching portion (130) for switching the gas passageways. The switching portion supplies gas induced by each gas passageway to gas detecting portion.    USE - For detecting specific gas, e.g. hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell used as power source for vehicle (claimed), ship and aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - The gas detection system is economical and compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a gas detection system; and    (2) a vehicle (500) equipped with the gas detection system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the vehicle, which mounted the gas detection system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas detection system (100)    detection locations (110a-110d)    collected gas passageways (120a-120d)    rotary valve (130)    vehicle (500)
NOVELTY - The carbon monoxide selection methanation device (6) comprises carbon monoxide selection methanation catalyst filled in reactor. Catalyst is base material of complex oxide having metal oxide (A), which is difficult to reduce, easy-reducible metal oxide, and preset amount of addition metallic element. Active-metal particle of base material is precipitated to its surface. Metal of oxide (A) and addition metallic element are different.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The carbon monoxide selection methanation device has high selectivity of reaction, which removes carbon monoxide from hydrogen-containing gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The carbon monoxide selection methanation device comprises carbon monoxide selection methanation catalyst filled in a reactor. The catalyst is a base material of complex oxide containing a metal oxide (A), which is difficult to reduce, an easy-reducible metal oxide, and an addition metallic element. Active-metal particle of base material is precipitated to its surface. The metal of metal oxide (A) is different from that of addition metallic element. The metal of addition metallic element is aluminum, scandium, chromium, boron, iron, gallium, indium, lutetium, niobium and silicon. Content of addition metallic element in carbon monoxide selection methanation catalyst is 0.01-0.25 mol% by element weight.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) carbon monoxide shift-reaction device (5); and    (2) fuel cell system (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a rough block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell system (1)    fuel tank (2)    carburetor (3)    modifier (4)    carbon monoxide shift device (5)    carbon monoxide selection methanation device (6)
NOVELTY - A fluid component monitoring spectroscope has a light source (3) and detection system (4, 4) in a housing (1) with optical element (13) comprising inert sapphire insert (5) and fluoropolymer matrix (6) matching the fluid density with optional reflector (7).    USE - Spectroscope for monitoring fluid components such as carbon dioxide. methanol, ethane or methane in drinks.    ADVANTAGE - Robust, selective sensor allowing coupling of dissolved components from the medium without prior sampling or probe conditioning.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a reflection sensor.    Housing (1)    Container wall (2)    Light source (3)    Detection system (4, 4)    Sapphire insert (5)    Polymer matrix (6)    Reflectors (7)    Infrared radiation (8, 9)    Optical element (13)
NOVELTY - Preparation of formed catalysts (I) comprises intensive mixing and/or kneading of at least one zirconium oxide- and/or -hydroxide component (A), at least one aluminum oxide- and/or -hydroxide component (A1) and a tungsten containing component (A2); forming a mixture and calcining at 700 (preferably 800)degreesC.    USE - (I) is useful for preparing catalysts that catalyze the acid catalyzing reactions; for isomerizing 4-10C (preferably 7-8C) hydrocarbon, alkylating or hydrocracking (preferably mild hydrocracking) of hydrocarbon (preferably Fischer Tropsch wax) (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) has high selectivity, high activity and stability when used in the catalyzing procedures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for (I) obtained by the method.
NOVELTY - Method for the separation of carbon (C2+)-hydrocarbon from liquefied natural gas comprises using at least a demethanizer (where the demethanizer is downstream to deethanizers) and heating of the demethanizer reboilers (E3) through the deethanizer condenser (8,9).    USE - The invention deals with the separation of carbon-hydrocarbon from liquefied natural gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method: is simple, economic; and provides the higher yield of ethane and less hear consumption.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of separation of carbon-hydrocarbon from liquefied natural gas:    Demethanizer; (D1)    Demethanizer reboilers; (E3)    Liquefied natural gas; (2,3,4)    Deethanizer condenser. (8,9)
NOVELTY - Method of separating carbon (C2+)-hydrocarbon from liquefied natural gas using at least a demethanizer comprises supplying the liquefied natural gas into demethanizer (D) with a heat exchange, prior to the supply in a demethanizer head condenser and/or in a condenser arranged outside of (D) and removing methane-rich groups at the head of (D), where the methane groups are heated up or partly evaporated.    USE - The invention deals with the separation of carbon-hydrocarbon from liquefied natural gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method adapts the heat value of the natural gas to the conditions in the gas grid and/or the consumers. The method is simple and provides higher yield of ethane up to 97%.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of separation of carbon-hydrocarbon from liquefied natural gas:    Demethanizer; (D)    Demethanizer-head condenser; (E1)    Liquefied natural gas. (2,4,13)
NOVELTY - Wood used for smoke generation in a food smoking process is first dried to reduce moisture content to between 10 and 20, followed by heating for between 150 and 250C for no more than 5 minutes.    USE - Process to treat wood for use in smoke generation.    ADVANTAGE - The wood smoke has enhanced anti-bacterial properties.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Wood content e.g. lignin, hemi-cellulose and cellulose are converted into aromatic substances e.g. furane, phenols, aldehyde, eugenol and vanillin. The wood is e.g. beech, oak, alder, ash and birch.
NOVELTY - High efficiency, quick acting and long-lasting organic fertilizer for replacing chemical fertilizer is prepared by using purple perilla seeds (20-40%), castor seeds (5-10%), hemp seeds (5-10%), organic silicon (40-50%) and weathered coal (8-10%) as raw material, squashing the plant seeds and fermented organic matter and weathered coal, mixing and granulating, wherein a shennong composite bacteria CGMCC No. 0219 is used for organic matter fermentation treatment.
NOVELTY - A cow dung and toxic cake biological feedstuff and its preparation, where the fodder comprises cattle manure 4000-6000 containing composite microbiological bacterium liquid, cattle manure leaven 10-15, toxic bean cake powder 100-450, the preparation process comprises mixing proportionally, stirring homogeneously, hermetically sealing by compacting in fermentation apparatus, placing under the temperature of 24-28 degreesC and fermenting completely within 4-8 days. The fodder can improve the immunity for various animals and adjust ecological balance in intestinal tract.
NOVELTY - A fuel (I) for engines comprises alcohol (1-99%) and distilled derivatives of oil (e.g. gasoline and diesel) (99-1%).    USE - (I) is useful for engines.    ADVANTAGE - (I) is completely renewable and industrializable; and has low tariff compared to alcohol for drinking purposes.
NOVELTY - Water-containing combustible solid (excluding coal) is heated at 100-300degreesC under a pressure of saturated vapor pressure at heating temperature or more in an airtight container. A shearing force of 0.01-20 MPa is applied to the water-containing combustible solid, to dehydrate the water-containing combustible solid.    USE - For dehydrating water-containing combustible solid such as sludge, timber waste, paper manufacture sludge, bean curd lees, bagasse, excrement, internal organs, brain and fats and oils of livestock (claimed) and using the dehydrated product as raw material for methane fermentation.    ADVANTAGE - The method dehydrates water-containing combustible solid without evaporating from the soil. Aqueous slurry containing the dehydrated combustible solid, water separated from the water containing combustible solid, and having suitable viscosity is provided inexpensively and conveniently. The aqueous slurry can be subjected to spray combustion. The small amount of organic substance derived from the combustible solid contained in the water obtained from the combustible solid, functions as surface-active agent. Therefore the addition of surface-active agent to the aqueous slurry is not required.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The water-containing combustible solid is chosen from sludge, timber waste, paper manufacture sludge, bean curd lees, bagasse, excrement, internal organs, brain and fats and oils of livestock. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the aqueous slurry of combustible solid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic drawing of electric-heating biaxial screw type kneader.    water containing combustible solid supply port (1)    screw (2)    valve (3)    steam extraction valve (4)    valve for removing the product (5)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell (11) generates electric power using fuel from a fuel container (20). A water supply control section (15) extracts water from the fuel container and supplies the extracted water to the fuel cell before the fuel cell generates electric power.    USE - For e.g. motor vehicle, portable electronic apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures superior power generation efficiency, and attains size reduction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel container.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic block diagram of fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (11)    Reforming section (12)    Fuel supply control section (14)    Water supply control section (15)    Fuel container (20)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has an impurity removal device (20) which removes impurity mixed in fluid (F) ejected from a fuel cell (100) arranged at an ejection path, and a distribution unit which distributes fluid and flows fluid in upstream of the impurity removal device, arranged at entrance-side surface (21) of the impurity removal device.    USE - As polymer electrolyte fuel cell system for generating power.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system has excellent vapor-liquid separation property, without movement of gas to liquid discharge portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the vapor-liquid separation device and ion-exchange resin component vicinity of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    vapor-liquid separation device (12)    impurity removal device (20)    entrance-side surface of impurity removal device (21)    fuel cell (100)    fluid (F)
NOVELTY - Reforming ethanol to a hydrogen-rich product, by adiabatically pre-reforming the ethane-comprising stream to a stream comprising methane; steam reforming the stream comprising methane to produce a mixture comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide; and converting the mixture comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide under water gas shift conditions to produce a hydrogen-rich product stream.    USE - For reforming ethanol to a hydrogen-rich product used in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The invention can provide an ethanol reforming process where the formation of polymer carbon caused by the ethylene intermediate product is suppressed, and hydrogen needed for hydrogenation of ethylene to ethane is supplied by recycle of an effluent stream obtained during processing of ethanol to hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Reforming ethanol to a hydrogen-rich product in the presence of catalyst(s) comprising a catalytically active material supported on a carrier, comprises transferring a stream of ethanol and steam and a hydrogen-comprising stream to a dehydration/hydrogenation reactor for dehydrating ethanol to ethylene and for hydrogenating ethylene to produce an ethane-containing stream. The molar ratio of ethanol to hydrogen is 0.2-1. The ethane-comprising stream is adiabatically pre-reformed to a stream comprising methane. The stream comprising methane is steam reformed to produce a mixture comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide. The mixture comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide from the steam reforming step is converted under water gas shift conditions to produce a hydrogen-rich product stream. At least one catalyst is active.
NOVELTY - The assembly has a separator plate with a major face, and a boundary unit disposed over the major face. A flow field (84) communicates a reactant in a flow direction across the separator plate. The flow field defined by a set of knobs (80) is formed on the separator plate extending from the major face towards the boundary unit. The knobs define an upstream and a downstream surface respectively, to define a convex contour.    USE - Used in a fuel cell (claimed) e.g. proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell that is utilized for an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The flow field defined by the set of knobs formed on the separator plate extends from the major face towards the boundary unit for communicating reactant in the flow direction across the separator plate, thus providing uniform water management, and thereby improving the efficiency of a fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell comprising a fluid distribution assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a flow field.    Bipolar plate (70)    Channels (74)    Major face (78)    Plurality of knobs (80)    Flow field (84)
NOVELTY - A fuel composition comprises polymer and fuel. The composition has a hardness of greater than or equal to2 grams peak force as determined by a penetration test using a texture analyzer.    USE - For fuel cell system, e.g. direct methanol fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive fuel composition is freestanding and is capable of delivering vapor phase fuel in low concentration and at a controlled rate without the need for mechanical assistance. This enhances the performance of fuel cell system and reduces and/or simplifies the manufacturing cost. The fuel composition can be prepared from a liquid precursor composition that can be conveniently handled, e.g. for filling a fuel cartridge. Upon rigidification, the rigid fuel composition is leakproof (enhancing safety) and can deliver fuel consistently, independent of the orientation of the fuel container and/or fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) a fuel cell system comprising a fuel cell (32) including an anode (34), a cathode (36), and an electrolyte (38) between the anode and cathode; and a fuel source connected with the anode and comprising the above fuel composition; and    (B) preparation of fuel composition by reacting polymerizable material, methanol, and catalyst; and polymerizing the polymerizable material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (22)    Fuel inlet (26)    Fuel outlet (28)    Cathode reactant inlet (30)    Cathode reactant outlet (31)    Fuel cell (32)    Anode (34)    Cathode (36)    Electrolyte (38)    Gas diffusion layers (40, 42)
NOVELTY - A solid enzyme composition comprising at least one enzyme and at least one polymer, is new.    USE - In a food composition, biocide composition; for treating a waste product to obtain useful organic products; for treating hides and pelts in a leather-making process by degreasing the composition; for hydrolyzing fibers in a papermaking process (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composition is steam stable. The enzyme is stable even at high temperature. The enzyme is protected from degradation at above 125degreesC or at 100 - 150degreesC. The enzyme exhibits at least 90% activity after 5 minutes when the enzyme composition is exposed to a steam treatment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a food composition comprising the enzyme composition and at least one foodstuff; and    (2) producing the enzyme composition involving:    (a) mixing at least one 7-12C diacid and at least one diamine;    (b) increasing the temperature of the diamine/diacid combination until the combination forms a polymer that is a solid when cooled to room temperature;    (c) cooling the polymer to an intermediate temperature above room temperature; and    (d) blending an enzyme with the polymer.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas storage and supply method comprises providing a chamber and shell-core micro-spheres, each comprising a shell and a hollow or porous core, filled with pressurized hydrogen gas at an internal pressure, the chamber containing the micro-spheres and free spaces not occupied by the micro-spheres; and heating the micro-spheres to reduce the tensile strength.    USE - For storing and feeding hydrogen to a power-generating device, e.g. hydrogen combustion engine or fuel cell (70), for use in portable electronics devices, automobiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV).    ADVANTAGE - The method features a high hydrogen storage capacity and ability to safely and reliably store and feed hydrogen fuel to a power-generating device. It is capable of storing hydrogen in micro-spheres and releasing the hydrogen fuel in a controlled manner without involving an excessively high micro-sphere heating temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen gas storage and supply method comprises providing a chamber and shell-core micro-spheres (61), each comprising a shell and a hollow or porous core, filled with pressurized hydrogen gas at an internal pressure, the chamber containing the micro-spheres and free spaces (63) not occupied by the micro-spheres; and heating the micro-spheres to reduce the tensile strength to an extent that a tensile stress experienced by a shell of the micro-spheres meets the condition to cause diffusion of hydrogen outside the micro-spheres to provide hydrogen fuel from the chamber to a hydrogen-consuming device, where the material-specific parameter has a value of 0.3-0.7.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic of a container containing shell-core micro-spheres that can be heated to supply hydrogen gas to a fuel cell.    Container (60)    Micro-spheres (61)    Free space (63)    Fuel cell (70)    Control valve (76)
NOVELTY - A gasifier has heating container (103) to heat raw material, raw material supply unit (101) to supply raw material to container (103), another heating container (104) to further heat heated product from container (103), connection unit to connect containers (103,104), exhaust unit opened to container (104), residue transfer path (106) connecting containers (103,104), and air introduction unit (111,112) opened to raw material in container (103).    USE - As gasifier such as gas generator and boiler used for gasifying organic material such as biomass, and gas used as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The gasifier is efficient, economical, suppresses heat radiation, decreases moisture content from outside and reduces energy waste at the time of drying raw material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A gasifier has a heating container (103) to heat raw material, a raw material supply unit (101) to supply raw material to container (103), another heating container (104) to further heat heated product from container (103), a connection unit to connect containers (103,104), an exhaust unit provided at container (104) side and is opened to container (104) at predetermined distance from edge portion opening of connecting unit, a residue transfer path (106) which is a connection path connecting container (103,104), and an air introduction unit (111,112) opened to raw material in container (103) and separated from the opening of residue transfer path. The one end of residue transfer path opens to container (104) at predetermined distance from the edge portion opening of connection unit, and other end is opened to raw material in container (103).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline cross-section of the gasifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    raw material supply unit (101)    heating containers (103,104)    residue transfer path (106)    draft tube (109)    air introduction unit (111,112)    trapping material (114)
NOVELTY - An aggregated-form substance (4) which is harder to oxidize than coal, is mixed with aggregated-form coal (2), to prevent spontaneous ignition prevention of coal.    USE - For ignition prevention of coal used as fuels such as coal thermal power.    ADVANTAGE - Spontaneous ignition of coal is prevented by a simple method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for coal composite fuel (1) comprising the mixture of coal and aggregated-form substance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of coal composite fuel.    coal composite fuel (1)    agglomerate-form coal (2)    space between coal (3)    aggregate-form substance (4)    air flow (5)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (1) has solid polymer film (2), cathode power supply component (3), an anode power supply component (4), separator (5,6) and fluid passage (7,8). Water is supplied to fluid passage of anode side separator, electricity is supplied and water is electrolyzed. High-pressure hydrogen gas is obtained. The apparatus has a pressing unit for pressing and contacting power supply component (3) to film (2).    USE - For manufacturing high-pressure hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The contact resistance of solid polymer film and cathode power supply component in hydrogen manufacturing apparatus is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen manufacturing apparatus has a solid polymer film (2), a cathode power supply component (3), an anode power supply component (4), separator (5,6) laminated by each power supply components, and fluid passage (7,8). The power supply components are mutually oppose each other and provided on both sides of film (2). The fluid passage is provided at each separator and each power supply components opposing each other. Water is supplied to fluid passage of anode side separator, electricity is supplied to each power supply component, and water is electrolyzed. High-pressure hydrogen gas is obtained at fluid passage of cathode side separator. The apparatus has a pressing unit for pressing and contacting cathode power supply component to solid polymer film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory sectional view of high-pressure hydrogen manufacturing apparatus.    high-pressure hydrogen manufacturing apparatus (1)    solid polymer film (2)    cathode power supply component (3)    anode power supply component (4)    separator (5,6)    fluid passage (7,8)
NOVELTY - A housing has upper and lower chambers (52,54) separated by a dividing wall (56). The upper chamber comprises a steam injection tube which supplies electric power to hydrogen electrode (71) of steam electrolysis cell (51) by suspending a power supply board (55). The lower chamber comprises a power supply board (61) for supplying power to oxygen electrode (73) of steam electrolysis cell.    USE - High temperature steam electrolyzer.    ADVANTAGE - Since the electrolysis cell is steadily fixed to dividing wall airtightly, reliability of gas seal of hydrogen production side and oxygen production side of the cell, is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for high temperature steam electrolysis cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the high temperature steam electrolyzer.    steam electrolysis cell (51)    upper steam feed chamber (52)    lower oxygen ejection chamber (54)    hydrogen electrode power supply board (55)    dividing wall (56)    oxygen electrode power supply board (61)    hydrogen electrode (71)    oxygen electrode (73)
NOVELTY - A shredding equipment (1) crushes waste plastic and used paper. The crushed materials are mixed in a barrel of a molding apparatus (2) by rotating a spiral blade. The molding apparatus comprises a nozzle to extrude mixture of waste plastic and waste paper from the barrel based on the rotation of a screw. The shredding equipment is controlled based on the load information of the molding apparatus.    USE - For manufacturing solid fuel using waste plastic and waste paper.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents overload in the molding apparatus and ensures stable driving of the manufacturing equipment of the solid fuel. Stabilizes the quality of the solid fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Several crushing rotor is arranged along a crushing rotor in the shredding equipment. A screen is arranged in the downward direction of the crushing rotor. The crushing amount of the waste plastic and paper is controlled based on the load information of the molding apparatus. A conveyor conveys the crushed material to the molding apparatus. The conveyance speed of the crushed material is regulated based on the operating state of the shredding equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the manufacturing equipment of solid fuel.    shredding equipment (1)    molding apparatus (2)    frame (11)    insertion opening (110)    injection chute (112)
NOVELTY - The unused resource processing system (1) has melting furnace (2) which carries out high temperature melting of unused resources such as biomass or waste material and made high temperature liquid harmless, gas-compression unit (3) and pressure-fluctuation absorption (PSA) separation unit (4). Unit (3) compresses gas generated in furnace. Unit (4) separates resource gas in remaining gas, and collects high concentration resource gas.    USE - The system is useful for processing unused resources such as biomass and waste material. Recovered resource gas is used as fuel for hydrogen fuel batteries, gas engines, diesel engines and gas burners.    ADVANTAGE - The system efficiently and economically processes the unused resource, and recovers highly pure resource gas from the generated gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The unused resource processing system (1) has a melting furnace (2) which carries out high temperature melting of unused resources such as biomass or waste material and made the high temperature liquid harmless, a gas-compression unit (3) and a pressure-fluctuation absorption (PSA) separation unit (4). Unit (3) compresses the gas generated in the furnace, and pressure is raised to predetermined value. Remaining gas other than resource gas in the compressed generation gas is selectively adsorbed. Unit (4) separates resource gas in the remaining gas, and collects high concentration resource gas by passing the resource gas having concentration of 95 volume% or more through unit (4).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for unused resource processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the unused resource processing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Unused resource processing system (1)    Melting furnace (2)    Gas-compression unit (3)    Pressure-fluctuation absorption separation unit (4)    Gas engine (5)
NOVELTY - Unpurified hot gases recovered from a wood gasification plant, are fed into a biogas digester. Here, the impurities are released and digested. A mixed gas formed initially in the biogas digester, consists of methane, carbon dioxide and hydrogen. As the processes continue in the biogas digester, conversion to pure methane gas is achieved. This is used for recovery of heat and electricity. Impurities in the hot gas comprise tar and dust particles. Bacteria in the digester. convert impurities to methane. Dust particles are bound to the substrate present in the digester.    USE - To increase the gas yield from a biogas plant.    ADVANTAGE - It is claimed that as the e.g. animal waste is digested in the bio-gasifier plant, the tar is also broken down by bacteria, liberating methane, which contributes to the mixed gas output. By prolonging the processing phase in the biogasifier, pure methane is produced. A costly gas purification plant (for the wood gasifier) is obviated. The biogas plant is operated at greater efficiency. Gas productivity is increased by at least 50%; a 100% increase may be targeted. The wood gasifier may be brought to 100% loading very quickly. This means that for the first time, the directly-heated biogas plant can accommodate peak loadings, rather than operating at near-constant output.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hot gases are introduced under high pressure through a lance, 2-4 m below the liquid level in the digester. The plant comprises a wood gasifier (2), hot gas supply (5, 7), biogas fermenter (10a, b) and packaged power generation plant (11). A ring main (6) and nozzles (9) are used to inject the gas into the digester.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the corresponding plant    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A block schematic diagram presents the plant layout.    wood gasifier (2)    hot gas supply (5, 7)    biogas fermenter (10a, b)    packaged power generation plant (11)    ring main (6)    nozzles (9)
NOVELTY - Operation of an oxygen-permeable mixed conducting membrane, under transient conditions, having an oxidant feed side, an oxidant feed surface, a permeate side, and a permeate surface, involves controlling the differential strain due to chemical expansion between the permeate surface and the oxidant feed surface at a value below a selected maximum value by varying the oxygen partial pressure on either or both of the oxidant feed side and the permeate side of the membrane.    USE - For operating oxygen-permeable mixed conducting membrane used in gas separation membranes and membrane oxidation reactors.    ADVANTAGE - The magnitude of the differential strain is maintained within a certain target range or below a target value rather than at a constant value. This may allow the use of simpler control schemes or less expensive process conditions, while still maintaining the advantages of rapid startup and shutdown or rapid changes in oxygen partial pressures while minimizing cumulative creep damage during repeated cycles. For example, the differential strain may be maintained at less than 50% of the uncrept differential strain at steady state operating conditions. More specifically, the differential strain may be maintained at less than 25%, and even less than 10%, of the uncrept differential strain at steady state operating conditions. The membrane integrity is maintained by controlling the maximum differential strain in the membrane during changes in the oxygen partial pressure, particularly when operating the membrane at an essentially constant temperature.
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses a four-stage process for regenerating protein feed, oil and fermented feed. Said four-stage process is implemented mainly by using 39 equipments, and said four-stage process includes dining hall and kitchen garbage pretreatment stage, stage for regenerating protein feed, stage for regenerating oil and stage for regenerating fermented feed. Said invention also provides the concrete steps of the above-mentioned every stage.
NOVELTY - A solar marsh gas pool without leakage of water and gas is composed of a pool body, an inlet with a material-water partition, connecting pipe and by-pass unit, manhole, gas-liquid separating box with more flow-up tubes and a liquid pipe, solar heater in the insulating case with a top glass window, a hydraulic arc chamber, deges depositing chamber, and discharging outlet. Its making method and apparatus are also disclosed.
NOVELTY - A simple method for screening the sulfadiazine (SD) degradating bacteria used to effectively treat the SD contained sewage by aerobic deep-well method includes such steps as using the selective culture medium for primarary screening, using the complete culture medium for rejuvenation, and using the selective culture medium for verification.
(BR200502891-A)   NOVELTY - The alcohol mixture (12) and vegetable oil are pumped to a tubular reactor (02) at a pressure of 20-400 Bars and temperature of 150-450 degrees C. The resulting product comprising non-reactive alcohol, glycerin (11) and ester mixture, is ejected through cooler (07) to exit reservoir comprising upper alcohol phase (04), intermediate biodiesel phase (05) and lower phase (06), for collecting biodiesel after separating alcohol by evaporation.    USE - For producing biodiesel using vegetable oil, ethanol, and methanol.    ADVANTAGE - The biodiesel is produced continuously without using catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the biodiesel production process.    Tubular reactor (02)    Upper alcohol phase (04)    Intermediate biodiesel phase (05)    Lower phase (06)    Cooler (07)    Glycerin (11)    Alcohol mixture (12)
NOVELTY - Treating a biomaterial waste stream involves injecting the waste stream into a fermentation unit; contacting the waste stream with a microorganism; and subjecting the waste stream to conditions conducive to aerobic fermentation of the waste stream.    USE - For treating biomaterial waste stream selected from manure (e.g. human, bovine animal, equine animal, ovine animal, porcine animal and/or poultry animal), cellulosistic solid waste, whey broth from cheese production or waste streams from other foodstuffs, broth remediation from alcohol or yeast production, tannery waste, slaughterhouse waste, tallow waste from rendering plants, waste (e.g. yard waste, landscaping waste, agricultural crop waste, forest waste, pasture waste and/or grassland waste) derived from plants (such as waste from hay, leaves, weeds and/or wood) and/or land fill waste) to remove pollutants (e.g. potassium, nitrogen and phosphorus) and to generate a product selected from animal feed, animal feed supplement, fertilizer, fertilizer ingredient, and soil conditioner.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently treats waste streams from variety of sources, such as agricultural and industrial sources of waste, and human waste. The method efficiently removes microorganisms from fermentation unit independently of the biomaterial waste stream thus maintains steady-state proliferation of the microorganisms due to ability to control the amount of microorganism in fermentation unit relative to the amount of nutrient present in variable biomaterial waste stream. The method results in catalyzed flocculation of microorganisms where rate and extent of flocculation of naturally or non-naturally flocculating microorganism can be controlled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method further involves adjusting pH level, temperature, amount of microorganism, volume and flow rate of biomaterial waste stream before biomaterial waste stream is injected into the fermentation unit.
NOVELTY - An air injected composter comprises a composter box (3) with an access opening for adding organic material and a second access near the bottom for removing the compost; an air pump (1); an air duct (2) to deliver the air into the compost box; and an air delivery device (4) with a simple tube opening, segment(s) of semi permeable hose, bladder(s) made with semi-permeable material or penetrations through the bottom of the composter box.    USE - In organic gardening and farming.    ADVANTAGE - The composter box accelerates the composting process by injecting air into the composting material, voiding the need for turning the composting matter for aeration; can be built in a number of ornamental shapes to harmonize with the aesthetics of the place where used; is simple and of low cost to build; and a number of bottoms-less mini-composters can be placed in strategic places around a garden without adversely affecting the aesthetics. As the composting material is being aerated by air injected directly into the composting material, no other intervention is needed for the composting process to continue on an accelerated pace. The composter allows for vigorous bacterial activity, which in turn accelerates the composting process and prevents anaerobic reactions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a typical arrangement of the air injected composter.
NOVELTY - Energy production while cleansing waste water of contaminants comprises extracting the contaminants from waste water that render the waste water unhealthy for human consumption, and realizing energy production by forming a fuel source. The fuel source is formed from drying the extracted sludge, and blending together at least one of grease and fats, the dried sludge, and biomass leftovers.    USE - Used for energy production while cleansing waste water of contaminants.    ADVANTAGE - The process avoids the necessity to dispose of extracted contaminants or chemically or biologically treat them to render them non-toxic. It transforms the contaminants into an energy source while purifying or cleansing waste water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Energy production while cleansing waste water of contaminants involves cleansing waste water of contaminants comprising sludge and grease and/or fats by extracting the contaminants from waste water that render the waste water unhealthy for human consumption, and realizing energy production by forming a fuel source. The fuel source is formed from drying the extracted sludge, and blending together at least one of grease and fats, the dried sludge, and biomass leftovers. The biomass leftovers are pulverulent wood charcoal, pulverulent sawdust, pulverulent cellulosic materials, vegetable oil, and/or vegetable alcohol.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel source for energy production, comprising a blend of biomass leftovers and extracted waste water contaminants that render the waste water unhealthy for human consumption. The contaminants include dried sludge and at least one of grease and fats. The biomass leftovers are pulverulent wood charcoal, pulverulent sawdust, pulverulent cellulosic materials, vegetable oil, and/or vegetable alcohol. The blend forms a fuel source that is combustible to burn.
NOVELTY - A purifying and changing apparatus for fluid comprises a first input port to input the fluid into an enclosure; a second input port to input gases into the fluid that forms bubbles; an apparatus to agitate the gas within bubbles; an apparatus for ionizing the gases within the bubbles within the fluid; a first output port to output the gases after use; and a second output port to output the fluid after treatment from the enclosure.    USE - Used for purifying and changing a fluid used in various applications such as pre-treatment of fuels before injecting them into an internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The purifying and changing apparatus can reduce the sulfur content in the fuel before combustion and hence the engine's exhaust (primarily soot) would have significantly less sulfur content as well. It can potentially lower the combustion temperature of the fuel thus increasing the overall efficiency of the diesel engine, besides reducing the pollution content. It can also reduce the emissions from the conventional gasoline engines. It has low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for ionizing the bubbles within the fluid, comprising inputting the fluid into an enclosure and introducing gases in the form of bubbles into the fluid, agitating the fluid along with the bubbles, ionizing the gases in the bubbles within the fluid to purify the fluid, ionizing the gases in the bubbles within the fluid to change the chemical properties of the fluid, and outputting the fluid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the fluid purifier.    Electric line (19)    Coaxial tube (504, 506)
NOVELTY - Treatment of wastewater involves dual use of jet recirculation pump (14), which is flow connected to initial tank and to downstream tank, to provide backward recycling of greater than or equal to100% of input rate from downstream tank to jet manifold (13), and pumping of mixed liquor from initial tank to jet manifold.    USE - Used in treatment of wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The invention eliminates higher operating costs for electric power and higher capital costs for larger pumps and pipings.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The wastewater treatment process for deep tanks operated in series that comprises initial tank containing mixed liquor which receives a stream of throughput wastewater flowing at an input rate, and downstream tank which discharges into a clarifier, involves the dual use of jet recirculation pump, which is flow connected to the initial tank and to the downstream tank, to provide ( A) backward recycling, with the dual-use jet recirculation pump, of greater than or equal to100% of the input rate from the downstream tank to the jet manifold, disposed within the initial tank, that mixes the contents of the initial tank; and (B) pumping the mixed liquor from the initial tank to the jet manifold with the dual-use jet recirculation pump, whereby higher operating costs for electric power and higher capital costs for larger pumps and piping are avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a process flow diagram of a wastewater treatment plant.    Wastewater input flow (11)    Deep tank (12)    Jet manifold (13)    Pump (14)    Flow meter (18)    Clarifier (32)
NOVELTY - A primary storage tank (1) receives wash water from a jet scrubber (104) cleaning unprocessed gas. A ejection unit (6) is arranged in a secondary storage tank (2), to eject flotation component of circulating water supplied to the secondary storage tank from the primary storage tank through a siphon. A discharge pipe (108) at the lower portion of the secondary storage tank forcibly ejects the water with a circulation pump (107).    USE - Used for removing dust containing tar and char in gas ejected from a biomass gasifier (claimed) used in a liquid fuel production system which manufactures a liquid fuel, e.g. methanol, from biomass including timber, plant, sweet sorghum, napier grass, Spirulina and other farm products.    ADVANTAGE - The system decreases the mixing rate of flotation component of circulating water circulated through the discharge pipe and circulation line, and the deposition component, reducing damage to the circulation pump and the strainer and improving the lifetime of the dust removal apparatus. Liquid fuel is produced with a high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The volume of the primary storage tank is smaller than the volume of the secondary storage tank. A deposition component discharge pipe is provided at the bottom portion of the secondary storage tank and a strainer is installed at the downstream side of the circulation pump. The liquid level of the secondary storage tank is maintained lower than the liquid level of the primary storage tank.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a gasification system; and    (2) a system for the production of liquid fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the dust removal apparatus.    primary storage tank (1)    secondary storage tank (2)    ejection unit (6)    jet scrubber (104)    circulation pump (107)    discharge pipe (108)
NOVELTY - A carbonization apparatus has drying machine (11), carbonization furnace (12), combustion furnace (13) and heat exchanger (14). Thickened sludge (H) is dried in machine (11) using heat carrier (B). Dried sludge (G) is carbonized in furnace (12). Initial stage combustion of supplementary fuel (F) is carried out, and combusted gas (D) is carbonized in furnace (12). Carbonized gas (E) is burned to obtain fuel.    USE - For carbonizing agricultural wastewater treatment sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The carbonization apparatus efficiently enables carbonization of wastewater treatment sludge. The heat loss is reduced by raising the utilization efficiency of combustion heat.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A carbonization apparatus has a drying machine, a carbonization furnace, a heating combustion furnace, and a heat exchanger. Thickened sludge is introduced to drying machine and dried sludge is obtained using heat carrier. The dried sludge is introduced to carbonization furnace, heated in low oxygen state, and carbonized. Initial stage combustion of a supplementary fuel is carried out, and the combusted gas is supplied to carbonization furnace. The carbonized gas produced in carbonization furnace is introduced to heating combustion furnace, and burned to obtain fuel. The heat exchanger heats heat carrier supplied to drying machine with combustion heat.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of carbonization apparatus.    drying machine (11)    carbonization furnace (12)    heating combustion furnace (13)    heat exchanger (14)    preheater (15)    heat carrier (B)    malodorous gas (C)    combustion gas (D)    carbonized gas (E)    supplementary fuel (F)    dried sludge (G)    thickened sludge (H)
NOVELTY - The screw type conveyer (1) has a screw (4) that is arranged in a movable cylinder (2). A reciprocating-motion motor (5) moves the cylinder, in axial direction. A rotary drive motor (6) rotationally drives the screw. The screw is equipped with a shaft (15) and screw blade (16) that is provided along periphery of the shaft. The blade has protrusions (18) formed along its peripheral edge.    USE - Screw type conveyer for use in waste-material decomposing treatment apparatus used for fermenting and decomposing organic waste such as excrements of livestock.    ADVANTAGE - The protrusions effectively prevents adhesion of organic waste to inner surface of movable cylinder, thereby enabling easy maintenance. The rotary drive motor reduces the size and cost of the apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the screw type conveyer.    movable cylinder (2)    screw (4)    reciprocating-motion motor (5)    rotary drive motor (6)    shaft (15)    screw blade (16)    protrusion (18)
NOVELTY - A suspension containing a pre-polymer having molecular weight of 3500-20000, a cross-linking agent having molecular weight of 71 or more, and 1-7% microbes is polymerized and the microbes are entrapped/fixed inside the obtained polymer. The ratio of cross-linking agent and the pre-polymer is 0.045 or less.    USE - As biocatalyst for processing organic matter or wastewater, removing nitrogen from sewage and also in alcohol fermentation.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables production of immobilized microbe with high activity and with minimal amount of raw material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) immobilized microbe obtained by the above-mentioned method; and    (2) reactor containing a container for performing bioreaction using the immobilized microbe.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram depicting manufacture of immobilized microbe.    production line (100)    pre-polymer raw material tank (101)    cross-linking material raw material tank (102)    stabilizing tank (103)    polymerization promoting tank (104)    activated sludge tank (105)    polymerization initiating tank (106)    mixture (107)    molding unit (108)    immobilized microbe storage container (109)
NOVELTY - A Bacillus megaterium IBTU-1 (FERM P-20160) (I) capable of concentrating, decomposing and processing cattle feces in the presence of vegetable oil and ammonia source, is new.    USE - (I) is useful for concentrating, decomposing and processing cattle feces. (C1) is useful for processing cattle feces. (M1) or (C1) is useful for decomposing and processing cattle feces (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient, rapid and effective decomposition, processing and deodorizing of cattle feces to obtain manure. Generation of bad smell during fermentation is decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) microorganisms formulation (C1) for processing cattle feces, prepared from culture of one or two or more types of Bacillus genus microbe chosen from B. subtilis, B. thuringiensis and B. megaterium, which are capable of concentrating, decomposing and processing cattle feces in the presence of vegetable oil and ammonia source; and    (2) decomposing and processing (M1) cattle feces, involves adding culture of Bacillus genus microbe having capability to concentrate and decompose cattle feces in the presence of vegetable oil and ammonia source to the cattle feces, and fermenting by adding ammonia source.
NOVELTY - It is an improved spray gun of supersonic velocity of spray atomized metal from low as well as high melting point metal and non-metal wires using oxygen and liquid petroleum gas (LPG)/propane as fuel to spray over the metal. The gun is substantially identical to the existing gun consisting of siphon plug, nozzle, air cap with the additional improvement of having an annular chamber in the siphon plug, for the supply of auxiliary air in addition to usual air supply. The wire guide is tapered towards its nozzle end. The air cap is made of reduced diameter of 7 mm against 8.3 mm. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - Device (A) for producing low energy solar electricity comprises solar captors (1) to produce a hot fluid during the day and heat dissipators (2) to produce a cold fluid during the night. The hot and cold fluids are stored in reservoirs to provide permanently hot (3) or cold (4) sources, used for production of electricity.    USE - The device is used to produce electricity, particularly for generating hydrogen by electrolysis of water, where the hydrogen is used for non-polluting generation of electricity in power stations or as fuel for motor vehicles, fitted with fuel cells. The system is particularly useful in (semi-)arid or (semi-)desert regions in the tropics.    ADVANTAGE - Having hot and cold sources always available makes possible conversion of heat energy to mechanical energy. (A) is truly competitive, economically, with installations that use nuclear or fossil fuels and is well suited to use in harsh climates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Schematic diagram of the system based on a Rankine cycle turbine.    Solar captors (1)    Heat dissipators (2)    Reservoir for hot water (3)    Reservoir for cold water (4)    Low pressure turbine (6)    Coils for heating/cooling heat-transfer fluid (14,15)    Alternator (18)
NOVELTY - A catalyst (C1) comprises a reducible metal oxide selected from oxides from manganese, tin, indium, germanium, lead, antimony, bismuth, praseodymium, terbium, cerium, iron and ruthenium, sodium and tungsten on a silica base; and as promoter (0.5 - 5 wt.%), an inner transition metal selected from niobium, europium, yttrium and neodymium (preferably niobium oxide).    USE - For production of ethane and ethylene from methane; for oxidative coupling of methane to ethane and ethylene (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has improved life time and catalytic properties; has an excellent long term stability and lead to high conversion rates during an oxidative coupling of methane; shows superior quality and efficiency under long term conditions with still a high selectivity of C2-hydrocarbons; increases the C2 hydrocarbon yield of the process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a process for direct conversion of methane to ethane and ethylene involving contacting a mixture of methane, oxygen and an inert gas with (C1) at 600 - 900degreesC, where the product stream comprises ethane and water while a metal oxide present in the catalyst is reduced and is recovered during the process by oxygen present in the fed gas.
NOVELTY - A plant nutrition regulator rich in Cu and Se is prepared from inorganic Cu compound and inorganic Se compound through proportional mixing. It can be directly applied to the root of plant. Its advantage is no environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - A plant nutrition regulator rich in Mg, Cr and Mn is prepared from inorganic Mg compound, inorganic Cr compound and inorganic Mn compound through proportional mixing. It can be directly applied to the root of plant. Its advantage is no environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - A microbe fermented organic fertilizer which is prepared from dried droppings and dung of fowls and animals, danty, urea, salt, granular sugar, Guoling and fungal preparation 'Dideli' through pulverizing, proportional mixing, adding water, and fermenting and 40-50 degreesC for 3-5 days, is new.
NOVELTY - A biological agent for treating sewage which is prepared from natural raw liquid of fermentation, natural cleaning liquid, natural tuff powder, natural raw powder of fermentation, environment protection type washing powder and Bacillus subtilis through respectively mixing them with an enzyme preparation, detergent and oil decomposing powder, and mixing the resultant 3 mixtures with water, is new.
NOVELTY - A process for adsorbing Chromium contained in industrial sewage by use of used culture medium of mushroom, comprising high-temperature sterilization of used culture medium prepared from wood dust, rich husk, gypsum and lime, pulverizing, proportionally adding it to the sewage, regulating pH value, stirring by compressed air while adsorbing Chromium, filtering, testing content of Cd and draining, is new.
NOVELTY - A flammable composition comprises 91.8-92.9 wt.% methanol; 5.8 wt.% water; 1.1-2.3 thickening agent; and 0.0005-0.0009 wt.% AMP-95 where, when the above constituents are mixed into a homogeneous mixture, the viscosity at room temperature is such that the mixture forms a colloid.    USE - For use in household appliances.    ADVANTAGE - The invented flammable composition is safer and more convenient to use than known flammable compositions or fluids. It burns for a much longer time than the same volume of paraffin would. It does not leave any residue once it has been burnt completely, so that no cleaning of the portion of the appliance receiving the composition is required after use.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A flammable composition comprises 91.8-92.9 wt.% methanol; 5.8 wt.% water; 1.1-2.3 thickening agent; and 0.0005-0.0009 wt.% AMP-95 where, when the above constituents are mixed into a homogeneous mixture, the viscosity at room temperature is such that the mixture forms a colloid. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a flammable composition comprising mixing methanol and water at room temperature; mixing a thickening agent with water at room temperature to form a slurry and added the slurry to the methanol-water mixture; and adding AMP-95 to the above mixture and agitating the mixture until a colloidal composition is formed.
NOVELTY - The gas reforming installation has reformed gas manufacturing apparatus (3), mixing adjusting unit (5), reformed gas supply path (4), fuel gas supply path (2) and controller (10). Regulator mixes low calorie gas and reformed gas, and supplies mixed gas to gas turbine installation (1). Path (4) supplies reformed gas from apparatus (3) to regulator. Path (2) supplies fuel gas from regulator to installation (1).    USE - For reforming low calorie gas such as blast furnace gas and byproduct gas produced during manufacture of iron, into fuel gas used for gas turbine engines.    ADVANTAGE - The gas reforming installation is continuously operated, and enables production of clean reformed gas containing hydrogen. The content rate of hydrogen gas in low calorie gas is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The gas reforming installation has reformed gas manufacturing apparatus (3), mixing adjusting unit (5), reformed gas supply path (4), fuel gas supply path (2) and controller (10). The apparatus (3) has a reaction vessel having natural gas supply line (7) and air supply line (8), and produces reformed gas containing hydrogen gas by mixing natural gas and air and reforming mixed gas by chemical reaction. The mixing regulator mixes low calorie gas and reformed gas produced from apparatus (3), and supplies the mixed gas as fuel gas to gas turbine installation (1). The path (4) supplies reformed gas from apparatus (3) to mixing regulator. The path (2) supplies fuel gas from mixing regulator to gas turbine installation. The controller controls the operation of apparatus (3) and mixing regulator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of gas reforming installation. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gas turbine installation (1)    fuel gas supply apparatus (2)    reformed gas manufacturing apparatus (3)    reformed gas supply path (4)    mixing regulator (5)    natural gas supply line (7)    air supply line (8)    controller (10)
NOVELTY - Resin foam having catalyst containing strongly acidic microparticles is contacted with fat-and-oils and alcohol, and free fatty acid is esterified. Resin foam having catalyst containing alkaline microparticles is contacted with fat-and-oils and alcohol, and fat is transesterified with alcohol. Transesterified reaction mixture is contacted with resin foam, impurity is absorb-and-removed, and fatty-acid alkylester is purified.    USE - For manufacturing fatty-acid alkylester for diesel fuel.    ADVANTAGE - High quality fatty-acid alkylester is efficiently and economically obtained from waste edible oil, with high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A resin foam deposited with a catalyst consisting of strongly acidic microparticles or modified to be strongly acidic, is contacted with fat-and-oils and alcohol, and free fatty acid contained in fat is esterified. Resin foam deposited with catalyst consisting of alkaline microparticles is contacted with fat-and-oils and alcohol, and fat is transesterified with alcohol. The reaction mixture after transesterification, is contacted with resin foam, such that impurity is absorb-and-removed, and fatty-acid alkylester is purified. Thus, fatty-acid alkylester is obtained.
NOVELTY - An aerosol spray container contains an aerosol solvent weld cement composition under pressure greater than ambient pressure. The composition comprises at least one polymer (P1) capable of welding ends of plastic pipes to each other, at least one solvent for (P1), and at least one propellant for P1/solvent mixture.    USE - For joining ends of plastic pipe in variety of applications e.g. in interior and exterior plumbing, water supply pipes, communication pipes, drainage pipes, ventilation ducts, underground waste water system, water supply system and irrigation system.    ADVANTAGE - The composition avoids contamination and waste of the solvent weld cement; and a neat, uniform, application of solvent weld cement is made to the desired pipe surface resulting in a superior bond between the pieces of plastic pipe. Application of the cement provides a longer set-up time than comparable brush application techniques, allowing for a better alignment and fit before the cement sets. The composition gives superior holding properties, and the container containing an omnidirectional valve improves the application of the composition onto plastic pipes.
NOVELTY - A gasification reaction system for carbonaceous material is disclosed. The first gasification zone is used for the first gasification stage reaction process for the first admixed fuel to produce the first synthesis gas. The second gasification zone is interconnected to the first gasification zone in that heat provided by the synthesis gas is used in proceeding reaction of the first synthesis gas and the second gasification stage reaction process for the second admixed fuel. The filtering regeneration unit is interconnected to the second gasification zone for the recovering filtering process of the synthesis gas. Through the second gasification zone, synthesis gas with high heat value is produced and system blocking from adhesion of agglomerated fly ash can be avoided.
NOVELTY - Fuel cell electric power generation system has a fuel cell main portion (1), a hot water storage tank (2), and heating units (10,11). The fuel cell main portion generates electric power using fuel containing hydrogen. The tank (2) stores warm water heated with heat generation accompanied with electric power generation of main portion. The heating unit heats warm water.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel electric power generation system has reduced size and weight, and economically and quickly enables generation of electric power. The fuel electric power generation system has high electric power generation efficiency and heat recovery efficiency, and excellent safety.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for: generation of warm water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell main portion (1)    hot water storage tank (2)    anode portion (3)    cathode portion (4)    heating units (10,11)
NOVELTY - A grate (12) is provided at biomass carbonizing region (R). Carbonized material, exudate, ash content and tar are separated from biomass. Exudate and tar collection pipes are provided at region (R), and exudate and tar are collected. An air intake is provided at region (R), and a carbonization chamber (2) is air-conditioned. The temperature in the chamber is measured using a digital temperature indicator (4) installed in region (R).    USE - For carbonizing biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The carbonization of biomass is simply, economically and quickly enabled at high productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) combustion gas production apparatus. A grate is provided at biomass heating region and ash content is separated as combustion gas. The combustion gas is ejected to carbonizing region;    (2) combustion gas adjustment device, which adjusts conveyance of combustion gas by steering wheel of combustion gas adjustment valve with data of indicator. The biomass carbonizing region and biomass heating region are connected in combustion gas conveying region; and    (3) apparatus for collecting active ingredient in exhaust gas from carbonizing region. The exhaust gas discarded in atmosphere is cooled through the tar and exudate collection pipes, and active ingredient in the gas is collected.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of charcoal manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    insertion opening (1)    carbonization chamber (2)    suction pipe (3)    digital temperature indicator (4)    combustion chamber (5)    vinegar extraction opening (7)    tar extraction opening (8)    combustion gas adjustment valve (10)    grate (12)
NOVELTY - A supplementary fuel (16) is burnt, and combustion gas is supplied to a carbonization furnace (11). A to-be-carbonized material (12) supplied in the furnace is heated and carbonized. The generated carbonization gas is used as fuel for combustion gas. Temperature of furnace is measured. The cooling medium amount supplied to furnace is controlled, such that temperature is in preset range. Temperature of combustion is controlled.    USE - For carbonization of agricultural wastewater treatment sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The carbonization method reduces usage amount of supplementary fuel, enables energy saving and produces carbonized material of stable physical property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for carbonization apparatus having the carbonization furnace, heating combustion furnace (15), temperature measuring unit (23), cooling medium supply unit (19b) provided at combustion gas supply path (21) and control unit (24).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the carbonization apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    carbonization furnace (11)    to-be-carbonized material (12)    heating combustion furnace (15)    supplementary fuel (16)    cooling medium supply unit (19b)    combustion gas supply path (21)    temperature measuring unit (23)    control unit (24)
NOVELTY - An aqueous solution containing dissolved metal salt, which is catalyst precursor is supplied. The aqueous solution is contacted with a solid metal hydrogen complex, reduced and heat is generated. Hydrogen is generated using heat.    USE - For generating hydrogen used for fuel cell system (claimed) for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The method produces hydrogen quickly and restrains usage amount of catalyst metal. The fuel cell is driven rapidly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hydrogen generator (2) having a container for storing solid metal hydrogen complex, unit for supplying aqueous solution containing dissolved metal salt, and unit for removing generated hydrogen; and    (2) fuel cell system having the hydrogen generator, fuel cell (7) and unit for supplying generated hydrogen to fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of the hydrogen generation method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen generator (2)    tank (3)    pump (5)    fuel cell (7)    hydrogen supply pipe (8)    fuel electrode (71)
NOVELTY - The dispenser has a discharge port (7) arranged at the downward side of a belt conveyor (6). The conveyor is arranged at the lower side of a tank such that foldable fan shaped interval between side walls from the insertion opening side enlarges toward the discharge side. A screw shaft is rotated within discharge port such that shaft blade traverses across the width side except center section of the port.    USE - Waste dispenser for use in waste crushing site, to prepare solid fuel from waste paper, waste timber, plastics.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents adherence of waste along the inner sides of tank, thereby stable conveyance is ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic cross section of waste dispenser.    insertion opening (2)    tank (3)    belt conveyor (6)    discharge port (7)    blades (11)
NOVELTY - The reactor (1) has low radiation component (12) arranged between reaction portion (I) and reaction portion (II), and through hole provided along thickness direction. The reaction temperature of reaction portion (II) is lesser than the reaction temperature of reaction portion (I).    USE - For fuel cell system used as power supply for desk top personal computer, notebook type personal computer, mobile phone, personal digital assistant, electronic notebook, wrist watch, digital still camera, digital camcorder, game machine device, game machine, domestic electric equipment and electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The reactor is compact and enables effective chemical reaction of fuel at favorable reaction condition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional side view of the reactor.    reactor (1)    fuel supply (5)    substrate (7a)    supporting material (8a)    low radiation component (12)
NOVELTY - A fertilizer comprises a group of filters (11) coupled to the inlet sides of supply lines through flow control valves (10), where foreign material in the liquid is removed by the filters and filtered liquid is supplied to tubes (7) through valves (13) in bypass lines (12).    USE - Liquid fertilizer based cultivation facility.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates the jamming of supply nozzles, by removing the foreign material completely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic outline of fertilizer circulation line.    supply tubes (7)    valves (10)    filters (11)    bypass lines (12)    valves (13)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell has an electroconductive structures (2) arranged along axial direction of fuel cells (1) at preset interval, such that exposed surfaces (3) are formed at the fuel gas emission side (17). The gas flow path at fuel gas emission side, is larger than a fuel gas supply side (18).    USE - Solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) applications.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces fuel gas velocity and increases heat-transfer amount to the fuel battery cell, per unit time, thereby homogenizing the temperature distribution of cylindrical fuel battery cell. Generates electric power efficiently and safely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the solid oxide fuel cell.    fuel cell (1)    electroconductive structure (2)    exposed surfaces (3)    fuel gas emission side (17)    fuel gas supply side (18)
NOVELTY - The apparatus comprises a solid polymer film (2) formed between cathode-side power supply (3) and anode-side power supply (4). The cathode-side separator (5) and anode-side separator (6) arranged on the respective power supplies, contain fluid passage regions (19a,19b). The anode-side power supply consists of a porous structure (16) and a non-porous structure which are welded to each other.    USE - High-pressure hydrogen production apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the deformation of the anode-side power supply and enables efficient production of high-pressure hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram explaining the hydrogen production method.    solid polymer film (2)    cathode-side power supply (3)    anode-side power supply (4)    cathode-side separator (5)    anode-side separator (6)    porous structure (16)    non-porous structure (17)    fluid passage regions (19a,19b)
NOVELTY - The coal gasification combined power plant has coal gasification furnace (1), a gas turbine generator (6), a steam turbine generator (8), a gas purification apparatus (9) and a dust removal apparatus (20) having cyclone (21) and multiple stage filters (22,23). Apparatus (9) is arranged at downstream side of gas turbine (6b) and boiler (7), and de-sulfurizes coal gas. Apparatus (20) removes and collects char from coal gas.    USE - For electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The coal gasification combined power plant has improved electric power generation reliability, high driving reliability and plant operation efficiency. The generation of dust leak is prevented reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The coal gasification combined power plant has coal gasification furnace (1) for gasifying coal and producing coal gas, a gas turbine generator (6), a steam turbine generator (8), a gas purification apparatus (9) and a dust removal apparatus (20) having cyclone (21) and multiple stage filters (22,23). Generator (6) is driven with gas turbine (6b) using coal gas as fuel. Generator (8) is driven with steam turbine (8a), using steam obtained by heat recovery of hot combustion exhaust gas emitted from gas turbine by exhaust heat recovery boiler (7). Apparatus (9) is arranged at downstream side of turbine (6b) and boiler, and de-sulfurizes coal gas. Apparatus (20) removes and collects char from coal gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the coal gasification combined power plant. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    coal gasification furnace (1)    gas turbine generator (6)    gas turbine (6b)    exhaust heat recovery boiler (7)    steam turbine generator (8)    steam turbine (8a)    gas purification apparatus (9)    dust removal apparatus (20)    cyclone (21)    filters (22,23)
NOVELTY - The fuel reformer has a reaction tank (14) comprising a liquid mixture (21) containing fine powder of modified catalyst (31) and methanol aqueous solution (20), a micro bubble generating unit (23) to generate micro gas bubble (26) in the liquid mixture in reaction tank, and a heating unit (15) to heat the reaction tank. The fuel reformer performs steam reforming of methanol.    USE - For polymer electrolyte fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reformer is simple, inexpensive, and has favorable production efficiency of hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) polymer electrolyte fuel cell system; and    (2) fuel modifying method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the fuel reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    polymer electrolyte fuel cell system (10)    reaction tank (14)    heating unit (15)    methanol aqueous solution (20)    liquid mixture (21)    micro bubble generation unit (23)    micro gas bubble (26)    modified catalyst (31)
NOVELTY - An electric power supply and telecommunication cable (3) connects liquid carbon dioxide storehouse (5), unmanned diving-type tanker (1) and energy supply ship (2), to supply energy to diving-type tanker. A separable connection mechanism (4) detaches the cable from the tanker. The diving-type tanker is arranged at a sea depth of 300-3000 m.    USE - For transporting liquid carbon dioxide to deep sea, for environment maintenance. Also applicable for transporting liquefied methane gas and petroleum.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid carbon dioxide is efficiently transported into deep seas, thereby preventing earth from global warming.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for liquid carbon dioxide diffusion method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the system block diagram of the carbon dioxide diffusion apparatus.    unmanned diving-type tanker (1)    energy supply ship (2)    telecommunication cable (3)    separable connection mechanism (4)    liquid carbon dioxide storehouse (5)
NOVELTY - Preventing (M1) microbial damage in sterilization object system, comprises collecting suspension of microorganisms isolated from sterilization object of sterilization object system, in microtube with culture medium, identifying microorganisms that form biofilm, adding disinfectant to system, with respect to microorganism that forms biofilm.    USE - (M1) is useful for preventing microbial damage in the sterilization object system, where the sterilization object system is manufacturing process water system or industrial cooling water system of paper or pulp. The sterilization target object is industrial water, slime or industrial commodity (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (M1) enables rapid, accurate and quantitative evaluation of disinfectant effective in prevention of microbial damage in the sterilization object system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preventing (M1) microbial damage in sterilization object system, involves collecting suspension of the microorganisms isolated from the sterilization object of a sterilization object system, in the microtube made up of hydrophobic material, together with a culture medium, identifying the isolated microorganisms capable of forming biofilm, based on the result of the evaluation of the presence or absence of a biofilm, after statically culturing under oligotrophication conditions, and adding effective industrial disinfectant to the sterilization object system, with respect to the isolated microorganism that forms a biofilm.
NOVELTY - A bio-toilet system comprising a flush tank (1), a solar-heat hot water heater (HT), a heater (10), a fermenter (9) of bio-toilet chamber (2) and a warm water supply pipe (8). Feedwater from the flush tank which stored rain water is heated with the heater (HT). The warm water is supplied to the heater (10) formed at the fermenter of bio-toilet chamber interior via the pipe (8). The fermented processed material in the fermenter is heated.    USE - The bio-toilet system is used for fermentation decomposition-treatment of excrement by microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - The bio-toilet system is economical, hygienic and simple in installation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the partial cross-section of the bio-toilet system.    flush tank (1)    bio-toilet chamber (2)    warm water supply pipe (8)    fermenter (9)    heater (10)    solar-heat hot water heater (HT)
NOVELTY - Preparation of a biogas from methane containing raw biogas in a fermentation step, comprises using the exhaust gas containing methane resulting from the biogas during thermal processing of the raw biogas and processing so that no methane containing gas is released into the atmosphere.    USE - The method is useful for preparing biogas from methane containing raw biogas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - During the method, no methane containing gas is released into the atmosphere, therefore the method is environmentally safe. The amount of the methane in the obtained biogas is high than the conventionally prepared biogas. The method is simple, efficient and economical and the operating and maintaining procedure are less intensive.
NOVELTY - A refrigerant mixture comprises difluoromethane; pentafluoroethane; and isobutane mixed into the refrigerant mixture. The concentration of isobutane in the refrigerant mixture is 20-98 wt.%.    USE - For refrigeration cycle apparatus (claimed), e.g. conditioner.    ADVANTAGE - The invented refrigerant mixture has excellent characteristics and is capable of lowering the compressor discharging temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a refrigeration cycle apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows characteristics of refrigerants.
NOVELTY - A refrigerant mixture comprises propane; and carbon dioxide. The concentration of carbon dioxide in the refrigerant mixture is less than or equal to30 wt.%. The concentration of propane in the refrigerant mixture is remaining wt.% obtained by subtracting the concentration of carbon dioxide from the refrigerant mixture.    USE - For refrigeration cycle apparatus (claimed), e.g. conditioner.    ADVANTAGE - The invented refrigerant mixture has excellent characteristics and is capable of lowering the compressor discharging temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows characteristics of refrigerants.
NOVELTY - Device comprises an organic or inorganic material with hydrogen adsorbing power is laid onto a substrate of shape-memory material and a system for causing a phase variation in the shape-memory material.    USE - For adsorbing and/or desorbing hydrogen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The shape-memory material turned from a contracted` activated condition into a non-activated condition helps hydrogen desorption in the activated condition and hydrogen adsorption in the non-activated condition. The shape-memory material can be use at lower temperatures and desorption can be controlled in a precise manner by acting upon transformation development. The adsorbing material covered in its turn with a layer of noble metal (Pd, Pt, etc.) having both storage and hydrogen catalytic dissociation functions, or with a layer of metallic or polymeric material acting as porous membrane ensures a better control of adsorption/desorption kinetics, thus eliminates the risk of its removal from the shape-memory support. The conceived configuration combines the high fatigue life of shape-memory materials with the property of polymers in storing hydrogen without getting fragile increases system average life and results in a lower weight due to the lower specific weight of the system.
NOVELTY - A method for improving the anaerobic degradation of excess sludge involves adding enzymes (or enzyme mixtures) (A) which catalyze degradation of cell walls and exopolysacharides of living, dying or dead microorganisms and thus modulate the sludge quality.    USE - The method is useful for improving the anerobic degradation of excess sludge from the aerobic purification stage (especially by reducing the aerobic microorganism content) in the activation tanks of municipal or industrial waste water purification plants; and for reducing the amount of activated sludge produced (thus minimizing sludge disposal problems).    ADVANTAGE - (A) accelerate the degradation of aerobic miroorganisms (especially by cleaving beta-1,3-glucosidic bonds), and thus increase the bioavailability of organic materials in the excess sludge, reduce the rotting time and the quantity of activated sludge, improve the activated sludge quantity and fermentation gas yield and minimize the overall energy requirement for the rotting stage.
NOVELTY - A method for accelerating rotting in waste water purification and biogas plants involves adding an externally produced enzyme preparation (A) to the clarified sludge before entry into the gas-producing reactor, where (A) is mixed according to the specific composition of the clarified sludge and consists of two or more enzymes (or enzyme mixtures) obtained from different enzyme formers.    USE - Addition of (A) accelerates rotting in waste water purification and biogas plants, to increase gas production, reduce the organic material content of activated sludge and improve the stabilization of the activated clarified sludge (all claimed). The composition of (A) is adjusted for the treatment of sludges of particular origins, e.g. from the paper, leather, fruit processing, sugar, fermentation, milk processing, animal rearing or starch industry.    ADVANTAGE - The degradation of complex cellulose, hemicellulose, starch, pectin and protein structures by natural microorganisms is improved by addition of (A). (A) accelerate the substrate hydrolysis, increase the specific yield of low molecular fragments from polymers, promote mechanical dewatering of the sludge, increase the production of fermentation gas and allow a higher throughput in the rotting stage.
NOVELTY - The solid fuel from straw and its processing technique which comprises (by weight portions) stalk or rice husk 75, clay 5, which ash 2, phenol 1, carbon residue 5, water 12. The product can be used for countryside heating in winter.
NOVELTY - The process for preparing biodiesel oil by using microalgae fat, comprises charging a predetermined amount of methyl alcohol into micro-algae oil, heating to a predetermined temperature, at the presence of acid catalyst, producing biological diesel oil through reaction, which has a density of 0.864kg/l, a viscosity of 5.2X10-4 (40 deg. C), and a caloric value of 41MJ/kg.
NOVELTY - The integrated equipment for preparing bamboo vinegar liquid, comprises a kiln body, a smoke discharging pipe and a gathering container, the kiln body comprises a flame retardant layer and a heat-insulating layer, wherein the kiln body is provided with a heat-insulating layer above the bottom, and a temperature control installation on the top portion, a cooling apparatus is arranged between the collecting container and the smoke discharging pipe in series connection, the cooling apparatus is provided with an in-out flue tube, the smoke-intake flue tube is in sealed connection with the smoke discharging tube, the chamber of the cooling apparatus is connected with the smoke intake tube.
NOVELTY - A process for preparing C2 hydrocarbon from methane by catalytic oxidation and coupling at lower temperatures. The catalyst is prepared from silver and a carrier chosen from silica, alumina, MCM-41, SBA-15, HZSM-5 and HMCM-22 by ultrasonic dipping or chemical drawing.
NOVELTY - An atmospheric glow-discharge plasma reactor with rotary spiral electrode for preparing C2 hydrocarbon from methane features that its rotary spiral electrode is made up by fixing the spiral metallic band with toothed edge to a cylindrical metal column, and the electrically insulated top end of said electrode is linked to sealing unit. Its advantages are high uniformity of plasma distribution and high reaction efficiency.
NOVELTY - This invention publishes a kind of gas phase chromatography method which can measure the air content and the specific gas in the insulating oil with just once sampling. This invention uses Ar as carrier gas. It also uses the packed column sample entrance. What is more, it has six-way value color-spectrum-switching column, heat transmission detector and the H-fire ionization detector. During the process, Ar is divided into 2 parts. One part will directly go out after it goes through the heat transmission detector's reference arm 6, while the other part will go by steps through the sample entrance 1, the first color spectrum column 2, the six-way value 4, the second color spectrum column or gas lock 3, the heat transmission detector 7, the Ni catalysis CH4 converter 8 with H2, and at last the H fire ionization detector 9 with the air. Then it will go out. During the only one sampling, the invention can meanwhile measure the air content and analyze the accident specific gas in the simple oil. To sum up, it operates easily, needs little work and can decrease the analysis error relatively. So it can do the work of analyzing the sample oil which has low degassing ratio well, as it can satisfactorily separate all the groups.
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses a cleaning liquor for cleaning pipeline of fluorine-free evaporator. Its preparation method is characterized by that it uses (by weight portion) 1 portions of alcohol,0.1-1 portion of trichloroethylene, 0.1 portions of acetone and 0.1-1 portion of n-ethane as raw material, the above-mentioned all raw materials are placed in a container together, mixed, and then filled so as to obtain the invented finished product.
NOVELTY - The method for preparing biodiesel oil by using rosin. The method is characterized by making non-polymeric rosin undergo the process of decarboxylation reaction,and mixing the decarboxylated product liquid rosin with organic nitrate according to the weight ratio of 1000:(1-5), stirring them for 1-4 hr. at 0-80 deg.C and cooling so as to obtain yellow rosin base biodiesel oil.
NOVELTY - The method for preparing biological oil by utilizing biomass liquefications. The method includes the following main steps: placing biomass, catalyst and aqueous solution of monohydric alcohol of C1-C3 into a pressure-resisting container with stirring device, in the presence of inert gas stirring for 50-70 min, heating to 230-310 deg.C and pressurizing to 8-15 MPa, retaining said state for 10-60 min., cooling and regulating pH value of the obtained material to 1-3, then filtering, using halohydrocarbon of C1-C4 to respectively extract the obtained filtrate and filter residue, combining extracts and removing halohydrocarbon so as to obtain biomass liquefied oil.
NOVELTY - The long-type charcoal kiln. It includes three portions of combustion chamber, charring chamber and chimney. The front side of combustion chamber is connected with air inlet and fuel inlet, and its rear side is connected with arched charring chamber, said chamber is equipped with material inlet and material outlet, the rear end of the kiln body is equipped with a chimney, and the chimney flue is connected with connection flue with control valve.    USE - Used for producing bamboo charcoal and wood charcoal.
(CN1680218-A)   NOVELTY - Compost raw material containing bamboo shoot skin and/or young bamboo, is mixed and processed with useful microbes, to obtain fermented fertilizer.    USE - For manufacturing fermented fertilizer useful in promoting plant growth (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of fermented fertilizer using organic waste such as bamboo skin. The method is simple, rapid and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fermented fertilizer obtained by above-mentioned method.
NOVELTY - The biological organic fertilizer has organic matter, humic acid and trace elements as main material, and industrial residue, leftover, human and animal excrement, Chinese medicine dreg, waste mushroom culture medium, stalk and weed as supplementary material. It is prepared through a two-step fermentation process, which includes inoculating thermophilic microbe to supplementary material and fermentation for 3-6 months, mixing the fermented supplementary material with photosynthetic bacteria, saccharomycete and other main material, and aerobic fermentation for 5-14 days at 40-50 degreesC. The biological organic fertilizer may be further produced into powdered or granular fertilizer. The fertilizer of the present invention has comprehensive nutrients, long fertilizer effect over 6 months, and effects of raising crop yield and quality.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen generating composition comprises aluminum particles having an average particle diameter of greater than or equal to40 microns, oxide of an alkaline earth metal (0.1-10 parts by weight (pbw)), and aggregation suppressing particles (0.1-30 pbw).    USE - In a hydrogen generating apparatus useful for supplying hydrogen to a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The composition can efficiently generate hydrogen gas at around room temperature with high reaction yield, and the generated hydrogen gas hardly suppresses proton conducting function of a solid electrolyte.
NOVELTY - Separating (M1) the components of multi-component gas stream (S1) involves contacting (S1) with a lean solvent in an extractor to produce an overhead stream (S2) enriched in at least one unabsorbed component gas and rich solvent bottom stream (S3) enriched in at least one absorbed component gas; and flashing (S3) in at least one reduced pressure stage to regenerate lean solvent and produce an overhead product stream (S4) enriched in at least one absorbed component gas.    USE - For separating the components of multi-component gas stream comprising saturated or unsaturated lower or higher hydrocarbons (preferably methane, ethylene or ethane), hydrogen, nitrogen, helium, argon, natural gas, coal gas, refinery gas or gas from chemical plants (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method increases process efficiency; reduces process implementation cost; improves operability; increases the purity of at least one of the exiting streams.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Separating (M1) the components of a multi-component gas stream (S1) involves contacting (S1) with a lean solvent in an extractor to produce an overhead stream (S2) enriched in at least one unabsorbed component gas and a rich solvent bottom stream (S3) enriched in at least one absorbed component gas; flashing (S3) in at least one reduced pressure stage to regenerate lean solvent and to produce an overhead product stream (S4) enriched in at least one absorbed component gas; recycling the regenerated lean solvent to the extractor; and adding an external solvent to the regenerated lean solvent.
NOVELTY - A biogas generator reactor pyrolyzes a biomass, e.g. wood residues, in a container (2) defining a reactor chamber (3) with an oxidation zone (4) into which air (9) is supplied. The container has a charge inlet (2a) through which wood (8) is continuously fed to the oxidation zone in the chamber. The chamber contains a number of air feed lances emerging directly to the oxidation zone.    USE - Used as a biogas generator for wood residues and dried sewage sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The biogas generator is suitable for larger scale use than prior art biogas generators.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The air feed pipes terminate in outlets that are transverse to the feed direction of the incoming biomass and are directed at flat, curved baffle or angled baffle plates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional side view of a suitable reactor.    Reactor wall (2)    Charge inlet (2a)    Gasification chamber (3)    Oxidation zone (4)    Biomass (8)    Air (9)    Air feed tubes (15)    Air tube outlet (15a)
NOVELTY - Cathode catalysts for low metal-loading fuel cells, comprise metal complexes formed of cobalt salts, alone or in combination with other metals; and polymers obtained from condensation of 4-(1-((phenyl-2,4-disubstituted)-hydrazine)-alkyl)-benzene-1,3-diol with 3,5-disubstituted phenol and formaldehyde or paraformaldehyde in the presence of an acid or basic catalyst in water/alcohol mixtures, at 20-150degreesC.    USE - For low metal-loading fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive catalysts have low cobalt loading or comparable metal loading. They are better than nickel-based catalysts, and are simple and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Cathode catalysts for low metal-loading fuel cells, comprise metal complexes formed of cobalt salts, alone or in combination with other metals; and polymers obtained from the condensation of 4-(1-((phenyl-2,4-disubstituted)-hydrazine)-alkyl)-benzene-1,3-diol with 3,5-disubstituted phenol and formaldehyde or paraformaldehyde in the presence of an acid or basic catalyst in water/alcohol mixtures, at 20-150degreesC and with a molecular weight of 1000-50000. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a process of preparing the cathode catalyst, comprising first complexing a cobalt salt by the above polymer; supporting the resultant metallized polymer on conductive and porous carbon materials; and heating the resultant product in an inert gas atmosphere at up to 100degreesC;    (2) a fuel cell electrode formed of the above catalyst; and    (3) an electrochemical fuel cell for the production of electric power, made of catalyzed cathodes and a proton-exchange membrane.
NOVELTY - The plasma fuels are generated in the ionization chamber (207,209). A linear thrust is created, when the plasma fuels are ejected out through the opening of the 'C' shaped magnet (252). Combustion and neutralization processes are performed along the thrust direction for propelling the object in linear guided motion.    USE - For generating propulsion force in dual-plasma jet thruster (claimed) in vehicle e.g. car, truck, bus, and train, ship, airplane, spacecraft, mobile craft.    ADVANTAGE - Achieves higher thrust and higher current density of dual-plasma, and thereby reducing required physical space.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) dual-plasma jet thruster;    (b) fuel cell; and    (c) method for fuel cell generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the dual-plasma jet thruster.    plasma fuel (200,202)    battery (302)    C-shaped magnet (250)    humid fuel (260)    ionization chamber (207,209)
NOVELTY - A solid phase hydrogen-generating system comprises a solid chemical hydride fuel encapsulated in several removable and pumpable capsules having a major axis of up to 40 mm. The fuel is selected from sodium borohydride, lithium borohydride, magnesium hydride or calcium hydride.    USE - For hydrogen generation and storage (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system has increased safety and wt.% utilizable hydrogen in chemical hydride system by providing the fuel as pumpable slurry in capsule or encapsulated form. The capsules or encapsulant are recyclable or reusable for future use with solid phase fuel. When the carrier gas phase for the capsule is untreated air, humidity is kept low. This allows fairly mild, safe, low combustible and easily maintained fuel option. The water generated from a fuel cell reaction is fed to catalytic bed to clean it without the need for the utilization of sufficient water to convert the discharge product slurry to solution obviating the water balance and water inventory problems of prior art systems.
NOVELTY - A method for producing silage from bagasse, residue of wine fermentation, and residue of beer fermentation comprises: after collection and treatment, feeding a bagasse, a residue of wine fermentation and a residue of beer fermentation into a fermentation device; and adding lactobacillus into the fermentation device for fermenting and softening fiber of the mixture of the raw material in order to produce a feedstuff containing natural organic material. A bagasse is consisted of more than half of fiber components, and the balance of sugar and water. The fiber components can be used as the main ingredient of a feedstuff, and the sugar provides a main source of calorie. The residue of wine fermentation and the residue of beer fermentation contain coarse proteins and minerals, and can provide nutrients required for the growth of livestock, which are all natural ingredients free of artificial chemical matters. The present invention uses a raw material from organic wastes after food processing and has a low production cost and is environmentally friendly. The above bagasse can be used together with corncobs, pineapple cores or skins in the production of an organic feedstuff.
NOVELTY - The invention is pertaining to the devices for processing of sediments of household and similar industrial waste waters into a compost by means of a vermiculture and may be used in the municipal services of the camp-type settlements, villages, recreation centers, in individual houses at the cottage-type building-up on the territories without sewerage systems. The vermicomposting device for a complete purification plant is made in the form of a bed on supports used for growing of the vermiculture, equipped with a system of tools for watering of the vermicompost, shelter from action of direct sun rays in summertime and a preheating in winter, feeding in of composted wastes and a removal of a ready compost. The bed is made in the form of an inverse truncated pyramid with the open upper base, with an opening hatch in the lower base and holes in a side surface of one of lateral planes of the pyramid in the form of a horizontal row and spaced with a step of no more than 20 mm and with a diameter of no less than 10 mm used for insert to the full depth in a horizontal plane of a row of spokes cutting the upper part of the compost from the lower part, discharged from the device at opening the hatch in the lower base. The technical result is simplification of vermicomposting device servicing and creation of conditions for intensification of process of the organomineral raw processing into vermicompost.    USE - Devices for processing of sediments of household and similar industrial waste waters.    ADVANTAGE - The invention ensures simplification of vermicomposting device servicing and creation of conditions for intensification of process of the organomineral raw processing into vermicompost.2 cl, 1 dwg
NOVELTY - Processing line comprises reservoirs for basic components, said reservoirs being connected to preliminary mixture preparing unit comprising mixing or grinding device, and also aeration device. Mixture disinfecting device comprises fermenters, with upper part of each of fermenters communicating with preliminary mixture preparing unit formed as reservoirs of two pull-type spreaders. Discharge conveyors of spreaders are positioned so as to cover the entire bottom area of said reservoirs and are united by means of guiding housing with discharge screw of mixer arranged under discharge conveyors. Grinding beaters are fixed above discharge conveyors and are closed from the top by arcuate reflective housing.    USE - Agriculture, in particular, production of fertilizer, more particular, intensified production of biocompost from organic wastes of animal farming and poultry farming.    ADVANTAGE - Simplified construction of processing line, intensified procedure and improved quality of resultant biocompost.2 dwg
NOVELTY - Method involves mixing manure or dung and moisture-absorbing organic substance; introducing additive; moving resultant mixture into fermenter, followed by aerobic composting combined with ventilation; providing zonal introduction of additives, said additives including mixture of nitrogen-fixing and cellulose destructing microorganisms used in the ratio of 1:1.20-1.30, said mixture being formed as suspension with concentration of 106-107 cells/ml, used in an amount of 0.5 l/t; after discharging from fermenter, holding compost for 10-12 days and introducing additives including microorganisms for promoting growth and suppressing diseases of plants.    USE - Agriculture, in particular, processing of organic wastes of animal farming, poultry farming etc.    ADVANTAGE - Increased efficiency and workability of composting process and stabilized quality of ready product.2 cl, 1 dwg, 1 tbl, 14 ex
NOVELTY - Claimed preparation contains (mass %): peat 25-40; wood sawing 10-30; cattle droppings 0.5-3.0; lignin 0.5-2.5; biodestructing microorganisms in effective amount, and balance: bird dung. As biodestructing microorganisms preparation contains bacterium strain Pseudomonas putida SP-203, and/or bacterium strain Rhodococcus rubber PS-02, and/or micromycete strain Trichoderma citrinoviride VS-89, and/or micromycete strain Metarrihisium anisoplae (Metschn.) Soros AF-03. Bioprepatarion of present invention makes it possible to utilize wastes of agriculture and plant raw material processing industry.    USE - Biotechnology, in particular environment (especially soil) purification from oil and oil products.    ADVANTAGE - High effective method for controlling of oil contaminations.2 tbl, 16 ex
NOVELTY - The production of hydrogen by hot water decomposition comprises continuous hydration of alkaline melt at 280-550degreesC by injection of steam or water. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electrolytic cell having louvre-type electrodes with hydrogen evolution, and is monopolar, without the need for a diaphragm to separate the hydrogen and the oxygen.    USE - In applied chemistry.
NOVELTY - A granulated substance containing wheat bran and/or powder is mixed with soil, and fermented. Subsequently, soil is disinfected in restoration state.    USE - For restoration-disinfection of soil.    ADVANTAGE - The disinfection method of soil is performed safely and inexpensively without using chemical agents, such as soil disinfectant. The method is eco-friendly. Harmful microorganisms and insects in soil are destroyed and healthy growth of plant is enabled. The soil disinfection material has favorable handleability and workability. The method is performed efficiently without using special installation and tools.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for soil disinfection material.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus (1A) has heat recovery unit (10) to recover heat discharged from nuclear waste emitted from spent reactor fuel or delay heat through heat carrier (S), hydrogen production unit (20A) to produce hydrogen using heat recovered by unit (10), heat supply unit (15) to supply recovered heat to unit (20A), and flow path (11) to circulate carrier (S) between heat recovery unit and heat supply unit.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus manufactures hydrogen using delay heat or waste heat emitted from spent reactor fuel effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the whole block diagram of the hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production apparatus (1A)    recovery unit (10)    flow path (11)    heat supply unit (15)    hydrogen production unit (20A)    heat carrier (S)
NOVELTY - The exhaust emission control device has selective reduction catalyst (16) which selectively reacts with ammonia in presence of oxygen and produces nitrogen oxide, urea hydrating unit (22) to supply urea water (21) to exhaust gas (9), plasma generator (25) to produce nitrogen dioxide from nitrogen oxide, and control unit (28) to control supply amount of urea water, to adjust ratio of nitrogen monoxide and nitrogen dioxide.    USE - For engine, such as diesel engine.    ADVANTAGE - The exhaust emission control device controls ratio of nitrogen monoxide and nitrogen dioxide, and efficiently reduces nitrogen oxide (NOx) amount in exhaust gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The exhaust emission control device has a selective reduction-type catalyst (16) in the center region of an engine exhaust pipe (11), and selectively reacts with ammonia in the presence of oxygen and produces nitrogen oxide (NOx), a urea hydrating unit (22) to supply urea water (21) as reducing agent to exhaust gas (9) by the entrance side of catalyst, a plasma generator (25) to discharge exhaust gas and produce nitrogen dioxide from the nitrogen oxide, and a control unit (28) to control supply amount of urea water, so as to adjust ratio of nitrogen monoxide and nitrogen dioxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the diesel engine with exhaust emission control device.    engine (1)    exhaust gas (9)    exhaust pipe (11)    selective reduction-type catalyst (16)    urea water (21)    urea hydrogenating unit (22)    plasma generator (25)    control unit (28)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen supply apparatus (1) has a pressure vessel (3) in which solid polymer-type water electrolyzer (2) is accommodated, a compressor (34) and a dispenser (38). The pressure vessel is maintained at predetermined pressure and has design pressure of 5-20 MPa. The compressor increases pressure of hydrogen gas ejected from pressure vessel. The dispenser supplies pressure raised hydrogen gas.    USE - For supplying hydrogen used for fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen supply apparatus is economical, and enables to produce high-pressure hydrogen gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen supply apparatus (1) has a pressure vessel (3) in which solid polymer-type water electrolyzer (2) is accommodated, a compressor (34) and a dispenser (38). The electrolyzer carries out electrolysis of water using solid polymer film, and generates oxygen in anode and hydrogen in cathode. The pressure vessel is maintained at predetermined pressure and has design pressure of 5-20 MPa. The compressor increases pressure of hydrogen gas ejected from pressure vessel. The dispenser supplies pressure raised hydrogen gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen supply apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen supply apparatus (1)    solid polymer type water electrolyzer (2)    pressure vessel (3)    compressor (34)    dispenser (38)
NOVELTY - Crude oil is neutralized with a caustic alkali and the product is allowed to stand. Lime and calcium carbonate are mixed with the neutralized crude oil, sulfated petroleum is desulfurized, and coumarone is absorbed and separated. The product is centrifuged and deoiled. A solid substance is separated to obtain a briquette which is processed into a ball shape and is dried and heated, and an oil impregnation component is fractionally distilled and collected, or is decomposed into hydrogen gas, and fuel is collected. The re-heated incinerated ash is processed to a cement raw material or building materials.    USE - Used for processing of sulfate pitch sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The sulfate pitch sludge is efficiently processed, without causing environmental pollution or the generation of sulfur dioxide and sulfur trioxide, in a simple process. The valuable components (such as coumarone) are recovered at the time of sulfate pitch sludge processing. The incinerated ash generated at the time of sludge processing is effectively utilized as a cement raw material and building material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The crude oil obtained by processing petroleum crude oil with sulfuric acid is neutralized with caustic alkali. The neutralized product is allowed to stand. Lime and calcium carbonate are further mixed with the neutralized crude oil, and sulfated petroleum is desulfurized, and coumarone is absorbed and separated. The resulting product is centrifuged and deoiled lightly. A solid substance is separated to obtain a briquette or material which is mold processed into a ball shape. The resulting product is dried. The dried product is heated at 280-400degreesC, and an oil impregnation component is fractionally distilled and collected, or is decomposed into hydrogen gas, and fuel is collected. The re-heated incinerated ash is processed to a cement raw material or building materials.
NOVELTY - A soil consolidation procedure comprises feeding the soil with one or more solutions containing calcifying bacteria selected from the families of Bacillaceae, Pseudomonadaceae, Enterobacteriaceae and Myxococcal bacteria, circulating the solutions and delivering one or more nutrient solutions to feed the bacteria.    USE - Consolidating fine or liquefiable soils with low permeability.    ADVANTAGE - The procedure ensures respect for the environment and/or health, using a consolidation material that does not set hard and a process that is less restrictive in its implementation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A soil consolidation procedure consists of feeding the soil with one or more solutions containing calcifying bacteria selected from the families of Bacillaceae, Pseudomonadaceae, Enterobacteriaceae and Myxococcal bacteria, circulating the solutions and delivering one or more nutrient solutions to feed the bacteria. The soil is then fed with one or more solutions of denitrifying bacteria, which are circulated through the soil. The bacterial feeds, monitoring of the rate of consolidation and/or analysis of water are carried out by a series of boreholes drilled round the outside of the zone being consolidated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of the soil consolidation system.    Borehole (1)    Filtering point (2)
NOVELTY - An agricultural biogas reactor for the generation of electricity comprises an internal cleaning assembly installed within the reactor and operated externally, where the mechanism gathers and removes e.g. sand and other non-soluble substances from the reactor (4).    USE - Residue removal mechanism for an agricultural biogas reactor.    ADVANTAGE - The residue removal system minimizes the requirement for manual maintenance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An agricultural biogas reactor for the generation of electricity comprises an internal cleaning assembly installed within the reactor and operated externally, where the mechanism gathers and removes e.g. sand and other non-soluble substances from the reactor (4). The solids removal mechanism consists of two scraper arms fitted to the reactor inner base and operating in opposite directions in conjunction with scraper blades.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a block diagram of the reactor and cleaning assembly.    biogas generator (1)    biomass reservoir (3)    reactor (4)    fermentation vessel (5)    feed pipe (7)    partition (11)    external compartment (13)    gas cooling and condenser station (17)    electricity generator (21)    holding tank for spent biological residues (25)
NOVELTY - Reforming a medium comprises mixing the medium with an oxygen-containing gas, mixing the mixture with an oxygen- and steam-containing gas, and splitting the mixture into individual components.    USE - The process is especially useful for converting diesel fuel to hydrogen for use in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Mixing the medium first with the oxygen-containing gas and then with the oxygen- and steam-containing gas keeps the water requirement low and limits soot formation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a reactor for reforming a medium, comprising an inlet (2) for the medium, a first mixing stage (3) for introducing an oxygen-containing gas, a second mixing stage (4) for introducing an oxygen- and steam-containing gas, a reaction zone (5) for catalytically splitting the mixture into reaction products, and an outlet (6) for the reaction products.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a reactor for reforming a medium as above.    Inlet (2)    First mixing stage (3)    Second mixing stage (4)    Reaction zone (5)    Outlet (6)    Side opening (7)    Nozzle (8)    Annular chamber (9)    Mixing nozzles (10)    Ceramic tube. (12)
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a method for preparation and use of Hirsutella polyspora fungi straying wireworm as a biopesticide. The production strain is Hirsutella polyspora ZK10 prepared by conventional method in culture medium containing yeast extract (1-2%), peptone (0.2-2%); dextroglucose (2-4%); agar (2%) and PH spontaneous. The strain carries its point of wireworm prevention by straying wireworm and the product has a high straying rate to pine beam wireworm and Panagrellus redivivus wireworm, having a good latent prospect for application.
NOVELTY - A fertilizer specially for eucalyptus consists of saccharomycetes, organic matter, humic acid, nitrogen fertilizer, phosphate fertilizer and potash fertilizer. The invention has the advantages of capacity of meeting requirements for eucalyptus to grow to raise the growth of eucalyptus by over 20 %; lower fertilizer applying cost; capacity of raising the resistance of eucalyptus to control diseases; and capacity of improving soil, raising water and fertilizer keeping ability of soil and protecting environment.
NOVELTY - The low heat waste water sterilizing method is that waste water is led into container and heated to not lower than 70 degreesC for over 1 hour to kill microbe, virus, germ and parasite egg completely to reach the aim of sterilizing waste water. The said method is named as pasteurization. The heat source for heating waste water may be solar energy, heat the waste water produces during fermentation or heat produced in burning fuel.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a hydrogen generating bacteria and its screening method. It is named Ethanologyenbacterium hit B49 with preserving no. CGMCC No.1153. It is cultured in a special medium and has high efficiency of hydrogen generation. The bacteria is of acid resistance.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a preparation material and process for household marsh gas generator, wherein the material is prepared from polypropylene, polyethylene, ethane-vinyl acetate copolymerized resin, EPT rubber, calcium carbonate, talcum powder by a finite proportion.
NOVELTY - The set of biopolymers produced using microorganisms comprises products similar in mechanical and physico-chemical properties to petrochemical plastics. Also claimed is a process making the biopolymers.    USE - In polymer chemistry.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM also for the process employs agriculture low-cost waste materials from direct solid-state fermentation of products containing microbial biomass or by extraction by solvents of the biopolymers contained in the biomass
NOVELTY - Branched chain hydrocarbons are produced by contacting, in a reactor, methanol and/or dimethyl ether with a catalyst comprising a metal halide from rhodium halide and/or iridium halide.    USE - The inventive process is used for producing branched chain hydrocarbons from methanol and/or dimethyl ether.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive process effectively produces the branched chain hydrocarbons from methanol and/or dimethyl ether. It allows the branched chain hydrocarbons to be formed in the liquid phase reaction at relatively low temperatures, e.g. 100-300degreesC.
NOVELTY - Biological denitrification of wastewater, preferably having a COD/N ratio of 0.5 and 3.5, comprises a nitrifying reactor and a denitrifying reactor, where an ammonium ion containing wastewater stream is partly fed to the denitrifying reactor and partly to the nitrifying reactor.    USE - The method is useful for biological denitrification of ammonium containing wastewater.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Biological denitrification of waste water, preferably having a COD/N ratio of 0.5 and 3.5, comprises a nitrifying reactor and a denitrifying reactor, where an ammonium ion containing waste water stream is partly fed to the denitrifying reactor and partly to the nitrifying reactor, in which process the ammonium ion is biologically nitrified in the nitrifying reactor to nitrate, which nitrified waste water flow is subsequently fed to the denitrifying reactor, where nitrate is reduced and COD and ammonium are concomitantly oxidized.
NOVELTY - A housing has wheels for moving the housing along a composting direction against material to be composted on a compost supporting surface, and cylinder or drum (3) in alignment with central rotational axis. The drum is rotated by a motor, in transverse to composting direction. The blades (1) with forward leaning orientation, extend radially from the drum.    USE - The apparatus is useful as a composter.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the stress on the blades, and allows significant increase in effective composting efficiency inexpensively by simple arrangement.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) assisting in composting of refuse; and    (2) compost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the drum with outwardly extending blades. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Blades (1)    Center of drum (2)    Drum (3)    Cheeks (4)    Bolts (5,6)
NOVELTY - Improving performance of a magnetically modified fuel cell comprising an anode, cathode and polymer electrolyte membrane between them involves contacting the anode with a reformate fuel stream containing oxygen to increase carbon monoxide tolerance of the fuel cell. The anode and cathode comprises an electrically conducting material having a catalytic material containing at least one catalyst on at least a portion of a first surface.    USE - For improving performance of magnetically modified fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Increases carbon monoxide tolerance of the fuel cell. The modifying process enhances hydration of the membrane; and reduces the thickness of the membrane, where the maximum thickness of the polymer electrolyte membrane is less than 20 (preferably less than 7, more preferably 2, especially 1) mils.
NOVELTY - Stepped treatment of municipal domestic waste comprises anaerobic fermentation after classifying and separating organic materials for waste, using the residue after fermentation as a culture bed for growing mushrooms, using the waste after culturing as earthworm feed, and burning the remainder after separating metal, plastic and organic substances to generate electricity.    USE - Used for treating domestic waste and recycling.    ADVANTAGE - The process reduces environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - Apparatus has an electricity generating unit for generating electrical energy, and a reaction source supplier (50) provides a hydrogen-containing fuel and oxygen-containing air to the unit. The supplier has divided regions to store the compressed air and fuel. A storage region with an elastic partition divides the divided regions, where the supplier has a compressor (55) to connect to the divided regions.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The reaction source supplier is used to supply the fuel to a stack to generate electricity through the compressor, thereby reducing the parasitic power consumed for driving the system and hence improving energy efficiency of the system. The utilization of the compressor eliminates the need for a set of pumps, hence realizing a down-sized and compact fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of an entire structure of a fuel cell system.    Electricity generating unit (11)    Reaction source supplier (50)    Storage region (51)    Divided regions (52,53)    Compressor (55)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen storage material comprises an alkali borohydride containing an amount of a catalyst consisting of titanium dioxide, zirconium dioxide, tin dioxide, titanium chloride, silicon dioxide, transition metal oxides, other metal and non-metal oxides, and/or halides.    USE - For hydrogen storage and energy systems.    ADVANTAGE - The incorporation of catalysts in a mixture with the borohydrides permits rehydriding hydrogen into the mixture material under elevated temperatures and pressures. The catalyst reduces the temperature at which stored hydrogen gas is released from the borohydride mixture.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process of forming a hydrogen storage material comprising providing a quantity of an alkali borohydride; and mixing with the alkali borohydride a catalyst consisting of titanium dioxide (TiO2), zirconium oxide (ZrO2), tin dioxide (SnO2), titanium trichloride (TiCl3), silicon dioxide (SiO2), transition metal oxides, and/or halides, where, the resulting hydrogen storage material has a hydrogen release point beginning at 150degreesC and which releases at least 8 wt.% hydrogen when raised to 450degreesC.
NOVELTY - A gas detector comprises an electrochemical sensor that ages at two different rates, one during a non-gas exposure condition and other during gas exposure condition; and a circuitry coupled to the sensor, responsive to the two aging rates, for their compensation.    USE - For detecting gases e.g. dangerous and explosive gases.    ADVANTAGE - The processing can be combined with other available sensitivity adjusting methods to improve the supervision capabilities. Any gas or element in the environment causes a response from the respective electrochemical sensor can also be reflected in the adjustment processing. The noted processing can be incorporated into a variety of detectors having different circuit configurations that utilize electrochemical sensors.
NOVELTY - A mixture of wood biomass and organic solvent is liquefied at a temperature and pressure at which thermal decomposition is performed. The obtained decomposition product is separated and liquid fuel is derived.    USE - Used for the production of liquid fuel used as a raw material for petroleum products such as kerosene and a light fuel oil fraction used for the assembly of small-scale energy self-support die making shops.    ADVANTAGE - The process enables the production of a liquid fuel under mild conditions. Since the liquid fuel is circulated as self solvent, the liquefying is performed efficiently and continuously.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an apparatus for the production of liquid fuel, comprising a mixing tank for mixing organic solvent with wood biomass, a reaction tank which heat processes the mixture, a separation tank which separates the produced decomposition product and produces liquid fuel, and a circulation path for circulating the liquid fuel to mixed layer, as self solvent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the liquid fuel manufacturing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The moisture content and shape of sludge are adjusted to a value at which the sludge is granulated. The resulting product is granulated by applying pressure. The granulated material is carbonized by heating in a low oxygen atmosphere, to obtain a carbonized material.    USE - Used for the carbonization of agricultural colony waste water treatment sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The agricultural colony waste water treatment sludge is efficiently carbonized by consuming a reduced amount of energy. The carbonized material has good physical properties and quality. The amount of supplementary fuel used is effectively reduced at the time of carbonization of sludge.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a conceptual diagram of structure of a carbonization apparatus used for the carbonization of sludge. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    centrifugal dehydrator (11)    thin film drying machine (12)    granulator (13)    carbonization furnace (14)    combustion furnace (15)
NOVELTY - A cylindrical-shaped rotation treatment tank (2) consists of inner surface resistance board to process organic refuse thrown in from organic-refuse insertion opening (3). A support stand supports compression and scraping-off boards that are attached to the inside of tank. A motor (15) drives tank and nichrome wire heats refuse in the tank. A processing residue receiving vessel (24) receives residue of refuse from tank.    USE - For processing organic refuse produced from kitchen of restaurant, hotel, or other kitchen facility, also for processing organic refuse from home or industry.    ADVANTAGE - The volume of organic refuse is reduced, since the refuse is decomposed reliably. The mixture of organic refuse and ceramic adhering to the inner surface treatment tank can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the organic refuse disposer.    organic refuse disposer (1)    rotation treatment tank (2)    organic-refuse insertion opening (3)    motor (15)    ventilating fans (20,25)    processing residue receiving vessel (24)
NOVELTY - The processing apparatus comprises a deodorizer (41) provided with an opening (54a) for water introduction, an opening (51a) for gas introduction, an opening (36a) for ejecting water introduced from opening (54a), and an opening (52a) for emitting gas introduced from opening (51a). The deodorizer is also provided with a water-diffusion component (60) which diffuses introduced water, between introduction and ejection openings.    USE - For processing organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - The processing apparatus is equipped with a deodorizer which efficiently deodorizes the gas generated by the fermentation treatment tank. The removal efficiency of ammonia is increased as the contact area of water and gas is increased. The feed rate of water to the deodorizer is decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The processing apparatus has a fermentation treatment tank which decomposes and treats organic waste by fermentation, and a deodorizer (41) which deodorizes the gas emitted from the fermentation treatment tank. The deodorizer is cylindrical with both ends closed, and is provided with an opening (54a) for water introduction, an opening (51a) for gas introduction, an opening (36a) for ejecting water introduced from the water-introduction opening, and an opening (52a) for emitting gas introduced from the gas-introduction opening. The deodorizer is also provided with a water-diffusion component (60) which diffuses introduced water, between the introduction openings and the ejection openings.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the deodorizer.    opening for water ejection (36a)    deodorizer (41)    opening for gas introduction (51a)    opening for gas emission (52a)    opening for water introduction (54a)    water-diffusion component (60)
NOVELTY - The processing apparatus has fermentation treatment tank, discharge port (52a) provided at tank, bottom cover material (54) for opening port, air supply opening (54b) for supplying air in tank, and component having drain function for connecting air supply unit and opening (54b). Organic waste is decomposed and treated by fermentation in tank. The processed material is ejected from bottom portion of tank by port (52a).    USE - For processing organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - The processing apparatus has simple water ejection structure, and improves fermentation decomposition treatment. The cleaning and replacement of lower board is simple, and maintenance property of the apparatus is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The processing apparatus has a fermentation treatment tank, a discharge port (52a) provided at tank, bottom cover material (54) for making discharge port openable, air supply opening (54b) for supplying air in the tank, and component having drain function for connecting air supply unit and opening (54b). Organic waste is decompose-treated by fermentation in the tank. The processed material is ejected from the bottom portion of tank by port (52a). Opening (54b) is provided at material (54).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the fermentation treatment tank.    discharge port (52a)    bottom cover material (54)    dividing wall (54a)    air supply opening (54b)    lower board (64)
NOVELTY - The reactor has a substrate (305, 505, 605) having through-holes (306, 506, 606) which penetrated from one surface to another surface, and a heat generating component (308, 508, 608) provided at interval (L1) between mutually adjacent through-holes on one surface. Interval (L1) and interval (L2) between another through-holes in the surface mutually adjoin each other.    USE - As vaporizer, modifier and carbon monoxide removal device (all claimed) for modified-type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The reactor has heat generating component easily formed on the substrate, without restrained by arrangement position and installation width. The fluid is rapidly passed through the through-hole. Temperature distribution on the periphery of the substrate is controlled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the substrate.    substrate (305, 505, 605)    through-holes (306, 506, 606)    heat-generating component (308, 508, 608)    intervals between through-holes (L1, L2)
NOVELTY - Processing of microbe decomposition resistant organic waste involves mixing organic waste (A) with ground material (S) of peroxidase production plant (R) such as horseradish, followed by contacting with microbes and decomposing the obtained material.    USE - For processing/decomposing microbe decomposition resistant organic waste, such as organic sludge produced during biological waste treatment of wastewater, wood-type material, alcoholic fermentation, composite processing and methane fermentation process.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient decomposition of microbe decomposition resistant organic waste with less environment impact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for organic waste processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of organic waste processing apparatus.    grinder (2)    microbe decomposition resistant organic waste (A)    process liquid (D)    peroxidase production plant (R)    ground material (S)
NOVELTY - A hydrocarbon degradation catalyst consists of magnesium, aluminum and nickel as constituent elements. The average particle diameter of metallic nickel microparticles in the catalyst is 1-10 nm. The content of metallic nickel is 0.1-40 wt.% with respect to the catalyst. The content of metallic nickel is 0.0007-0.342 with respect to total number of moles of metal ions comprising the catalyst.    USE - For hydrocarbon degradation to produce hydrogen (claimed) used as power supply of fuel cell for domestic industrial use and motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has excellent oxidation resistance and catalyst activity also in low temperature. The catalyst has excellent caulking-proof property. Hydrogen can be manufactured efficiently using the catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrocarbon degradation catalyst consists of magnesium, aluminum and nickel as constituent elements. The catalyst contains element(s) (E) chosen from alkali metal (excluding sodium), alkaline earth metal (excluding magnesium), zinc, cobalt, cerium, chromium, iron and lanthanum. The average particle diameter of metallic nickel microparticles in the catalyst is 1-10 nm. The content of metallic nickel is 0.1-40 wt.% with respect to the catalyst. The content of metallic nickel is 0.0007-0.342 with respect to total number of moles of metal ions comprising the catalyst.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of hydrogen, which involves contacting the hydrocarbon degradation catalyst, lower hydrocarbon gas and steam.
NOVELTY - The catalyst contains magnesium, aluminum, nickel and ruthenium as constituent elements. The metal ruthenium microparticles have average particle diameter of 1-10 nm. The content of metal ruthenium is 0.025-5 wt.% with respect to catalyst, and the content of metal ruthenium is 0.0001-0.025 with respect to sum total number of moles of magnesium, aluminum, nickel and ruthenium.    USE - For degradation of lower hydrocarbon gas such as methane, used for producing hydrogen (claimed) for fixed-bed fuel cell used as distributed power supply for motor vehicle, domestic and industrial uses, and used as carbon dioxide modification catalyst. Also used for hydrocarbon degradation of auto thermal reforming and partial oxidation.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has excellent caulking-proof property, durability, sulfur poisoning-proof property and catalyst activity even at low temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of catalyst; and    (2) manufacture of hydrogen.
NOVELTY - A balance (2) maintains the adsorption detection material (1) at the one end of the pole (3) of the balance. A mechanism changes the position of detection material continuously in connection with the increase of weight of adsorption material.    USE - The detector is useful for detecting the adsorption amount of substance such as harmful substance e.g. organic polysiloxane such as octamethylcyclo tetrasiloxane included in biogas in sewage treatment equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The absorption amount of substance is detected by balancing the adsorption detection material, effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) breakthrough detector of gas adsorption system; and    (2) breakthrough detection method of gas adsorption system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of breakthrough detector. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Detection material (1)    Balance (2)    Pole (3)    Micro weight (5)    Gas inlet (6)    Photosensor (7)
NOVELTY - The gas detector intermittently supplies current to the semiconductor gas sensor and detects the gas density and specifies the gas type during the current carrying period based on the difference in stable outputs of the sensor at two different time intervals.    USE - For detecting e.g. methane gas in hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to effectively and rapidly detect the gas without requiring complicated calculations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph illustrating variation in the gas sensor output. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Stirring apparatus comprises a cylindrical casing (5) provided with a material hopper and a raw material discharge port, at the respective ends, where screw shafts (11,12) and stirring shafts (8,9) are arranged in the front and rear portions of the casing.    USE - For stirring sludge such as organic waste e.g. excrements of livestock, during manufacture of compost.    ADVANTAGE - Enables effective stirring of the sludge and thereby ensures efficient fermentation of the sludge.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Stirring apparatus comprises a cylindrical casing (5) provided with a material hopper and a raw material discharge port, at the respective ends, where screw shafts (11,12) and stirring shafts (8,9) are arranged in the front and rear portions of the casing. The sludge is supplied from the hopper to the casing by the screw shafts. The processed sludge is ejected through the discharge port by the paddles (13,14) fixed to the stirring shafts.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the stirring apparatus.    retarding apparatus (3)    casing (5)    stirring shafts (8,9)    screw shafts (11, 12)    paddles (13, 14)
NOVELTY - Distribution apparatus of preprocessed sludge comprises that an injection conveyer (4) traveling through a fermenter (1), has a discharge port (4a) at one end to discharge raw material or preprocessed sludge into the fermenter, and a carrying conveyer (9) positioned on the injection conveyer, to transfer raw material or preprocessed sludge to be fermented to the injection conveyer.    USE - For distribution of preprocessed sludge formed from sewage and processed excrement of livestock, from a pressure kneader to a fermenter to obtain compost.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces fermentation time, suppresses bad smell and ensures air permeability equalization in fermenter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of the distribution apparatus.    fermenter (1)    building (2)    injection conveyer (4)    discharge port (4a)    carrying conveyer (9)
NOVELTY - Bio-processing organic waste/biomass (1) comprises methane fermentation under anaerobic conditions in a fermenter (2), and methane gas is collected, where aqueous methane bacterium solution derived from the tank is subjected to solid liquid separation and the fatty acid in the solution is decomposed, and the processed aqueous solution is recycled to fermentation under anaerobic conditions.    USE - For bio-processing biomass such as livestock excrements, foodstuff waste materials and organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient methane fermentation of organic waste and enables production of methane gas with high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for methane fermentation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of methane fermentation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    biomass (1)    dry fermenter (2)    storage tank (3)    wet fermenter (4)    circulation path (5)
NOVELTY - An anaerobic digester comprises stirring apparatuses (18a,18b) which are inserted into an anaerobic-digestion tank (10) through water channels (19a,19b) which are separated from a gas reservoir (15) of the anaerobic-digestion tank.    USE - For processing waste water and waste material by methane fermentation.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy maintenance of the stirring apparatus. Improves efficiency of the methane fermentation process by improving contact between the methane-fermentation microorganism and waste material/water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the anaerobic digester.    anaerobic-digestion tank (10)    liquid layer (14)    gas reservoir (15)    stirring apparatuses (18a, 18b)    water channels (19a, 19b)
NOVELTY - Isolation of heavy metals from organic waste, comprises fermentation in a heated container using hyperthermophilic microbes. Heavy metals are insolubilized as sulfides by hydrogen sulfide generated during fermentation, and the organic waste is carbonized by the heat generated.    USE - For isolating heavy metal from organic waste such as dewatered sewage sludge used as fertilizer and agricultural materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for separation apparatus (S) of heavy metal from organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the organic waste separation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    treatment tank (1)    exhaust pipe (14)    discharge port (15)    ion generator (21)    separation apparatus (S)    organic waste (W)
NOVELTY - Culturing (M1) microorganisms having hydrogen producing ability, comprises culturing a microorganism obtained by culturing a microorganism having a formate dedydrogenase gene and hydrogenase gene under aerobic conditions, and controlling the concentration of organic acid and/or alcohol in the culture solution under anaerobic conditions.    USE - (M1) Is useful for culturing microorganisms having hydrogen producing ability for producing biotic hydrogen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (M1) Enables culturing of microorganisms having hydrogen producing ability, in large quantities.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) producing (M2) biotic hydrogen;    (2) a fuel cell system in which hydrogen produced by (M2) is utilized as fuel gas for fuel cells; and    (3) a culture apparatus for carrying out (M1).
NOVELTY - The crystalline dual phase hydrogen-permeation alloy contains eutectic structure containing compound phase comprising cobalt-titanium phase (I) and titanium-niobium phase (II). Phase (I) contains niobium formed as solid solution and phase (II) contains cobalt formed as solid solution. The alloy has composition surrounded in specific region in cobalt-titanium-niobium ternary figure.    USE - For hydrogen-permeation alloy film (claimed) for fuel cells, semiconductors and optical fiber. The hydrogen is purified as it passes through the metal film.    ADVANTAGE - The crystalline dual phase hydrogen-permeation alloy provides film having excellent separation factor, hydrogen permeability and water resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The crystalline dual phase hydrogen-permeation alloy contains eutectic structure containing compound phase comprising cobalt-titanium phase (I) and titanium-niobium phase (II). The phase (I) contains niobium formed as solid solution and the phase (II) contains cobalt formed as solid solution. The alloy has structure in which phase (I) produced as primary is surrounded by the eutectic or structure in which phase (II) produced as primary is surrounded by the eutectic. The alloy has composition (in atomic %) surrounded in the region Co50Ti50, Co50Ti10Nb40, Co20Ti10Nb70, Co20Ti60Nb20 and Co40Ti60 in cobalt-titanium-niobium ternary figure. Alternately, the compound phase contains nickel-zirconium phase and zirconium-niobium phase.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for crystalline dual phase hydrogen-permeation alloy film.
NOVELTY - Method for conversion of biomass (A) into gaseous products (B) comprises: providing (A) in a reaction container; heating (A), where in the product stream besides (B), hydrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, methane, furfural and phenol are also formed; adding an agent, which provides active hydrogen, during and after heating of (A), where the furfural decomposes; and removing (B) from the product stream.    USE - The method is useful for the conversion of biomass into gaseous products (claimed), preferably for the production of hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides: higher yield of hydrogen; continuous method of the process due to the reduction of blockages; complete conversion and/or shorter reaction times; avoidance of polymerization products (preferably coke and tar); and material use of intermediate products (phenol).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method for conversion of biomass (A) to gaseous products (B) comprises: providing (A) (exhibiting water content of at least 50%) in a reaction container; heating (A) at 500-700degreesC with a pressure of 22.1-30 MPa, where in the product stream besides (B), hydrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, methane, furfural and phenol are also formed; adding an agent, which provides active hydrogen, during and after heating (A), where the furfural decomposes; and removing (B) from the product stream.
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses one kind of biological diesel oil producing process with lipase. Animal and plant oil material after filtering and emulsifying treatment is mixed with methanol or ethanol; at temperature of 15-45 deg.c and inside sealed container, immobilized lipase is utilized to catalyze ester exchange reaction in the oil-water interface for 4-18 hr; through separation of productand lipase, centrifugal laminating and letting stand, the coarse glycerin in the lower layer is separated out; and the upper layer liquid is distilled to obtain biological diesel oil product while recovering organic solvent. The said process has the features of short reaction period, high production efficiency, circular use of lipase, low temperature of reaction, simple production process, no pollution, etc.
NOVELTY - A polynucleotide has nucleotide sequence to encode a polypeptide that contains amino acid sequence of (I) (sequence length not available), or its complementary sequence.    USE - The gene and polypeptide are for degrading urethane compounds, which are therefore applicable to the enzymatic monomer recycle of polyurethane and are useful in recycling plastics and waste treatment.    ADVANTAGE - The transformants can decompose urethane compounds after imparting degradability via protein engineering modification, which can be used together with polyurethane-decomposing enzyme for complete degradation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a polynucleotide hybridizable with a complementary chain of a nucleotide sequence of (II) under stringent condition and encoding a polypeptide with activity in degrading urethane compounds, or its complementary sequence;    (2) a polynucleotide modified from the nucleotide sequence (II) by deleting, substituting, inserting or adding some sequences to a part of its and encoding a polypeptide with activity in degrading urethane compounds, or its complementary sequence;    (3) recombinant vectors containing these polynucleotides;    (4) transformant host cells containing the recombinant vectors;    (5) a polypeptide which has a peptide sequence of (I), or a peptide sequence based on that of (I) but with some amino acids deleted, substituted, inserted or added and having activity in degrading urethane compounds;    (6) producing, purifying or isolating the polypeptide by culturing the host cells to express the required polypeptide or peptide fragment, followed by recovery, purification or isolation; and    (7) decomposing urethane compounds by contacting such compounds with the transformant host cells that can express the peptide with activity in degrading such compounds.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen generator comprises a fuel supplier (1) supplying a fuel including dimethyl ether, a reforming portion reforming the fuel into a reformed gas including hydrogen; a carbon monoxide removal portion converting the gas into a product gas including hydrogen, and having an internal flow path transmitting the gas; and a methanation catalyst and a hydrogenation catalyst supported on the internal flow path and exposed to the reformed gas.    USE - Used for a fuel cell system used in power sources of portable electronic equipment or power sources for portable or compact electronic devices, e.g. a notebook personal computers.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generator is capable of effectively suppressing the decrease of the catalytic activity of the methanation catalyst without increase of carbon monoxide because it promotes the unnecessary reverse shift reaction. It prevents the reformed gas from touching with the methanation catalyst before the unsaturated hydrocarbon is subject to the hydrogenation reaction. Thereby inhibition of the methanation reaction of carbon monoxide by the unsaturated hydrocarbon is effectively reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell (6) system comprising the above hydrogen generator; and a fuel cell using hydrogen included in the product gas supplied by the carbon monoxide removal portion (5) and oxygen included in an atmospheric air to generate electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel supplier (1)    Reforming portion (3)    Carbon monoxide-removal portion (5)    Fuel cell (6)    Anode (9)
NOVELTY - Desulfurization of a hydrocarbon feed stream comprises providing a hydrocarbon feed stream, which is contaminated with sulfur compounds. The sulfur contaminated feed stream is passed through a sequential sulfur adsorbent bed system comprising a selective sulfur adsorbent and a calcium exchanged zeolite sulfur adsorbent to produce a hydrocarbon feed stream which has been desulfurized.    USE - Used for the desulfurization of a hydrocarbon feed stream for hydrogen generation, particularly for use in a fuel cell processing train, e.g. natural gas, propane, or liquefied petroleum gas.    ADVANTAGE - The process permits the desulfurization of a broader range of sulfur compounds, increases the breakthrough time for the system, reduces the production of synthesized sulfur compounds, reduces the required temperature and pressure of the feed stream and permits the choice of different combinations and quantities of selective sulfur adsorbents to be used in the sequential sulfur adsorbent bed system depending on the sulfur compounds that are present in the particular feed stream. It can also permit the production of a desulfurized hydrocarbon fuel stream to levels of sulfur below those of conventional desulfurizing processes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a sequential adsorbent bed system for use in a fuel cell processing train comprising a selective sulfur adsorbent and a calcium exchanged zeolite. The selective sulfur adsorbent comprises manganese compound(s) from manganese oxide (MnO2), Mn2O3, Mn3O4 and/or Mn hydroxide, iron oxide, and a high surface area support. The calcium exchanged zeolite comprises a calcium exchanged zeolite X, ion exchanged to greater than or equal to 50% of the available metal ions with calcium ions.
NOVELTY - The production of a fuel composition includes cracking (unsaturated) carbon and carbon bonds in plant or animal lipids, converting into mixed fuel, and distilling the mixed fuel to form fuel products.    USE - Used for producing a fuel composition useful as fuel products or as organic products (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process produces an energy source from agricultural products, providing a solution for energy crisis with a significant potential. The resultant fuel products have low molecular weight, low boiling points, and low viscosity.
NOVELTY - A composition comprises (wt.%) milk (9.83-14.85), beeswax (0.21-0.32), sodium hydroxide (25.37-38.34), vegetable oil (15.33-23.16), sugar (4.65-7.03), baking soda (3.38-5.11), corn starch (3.38-5.11) and borate (4.02-6.07).    USE - As an organic laundry detergent or powder, organic herbicide, organic pesticide (claimed), bath soap and other general cleaning product.    ADVANTAGE - The composition is an improved environmentally friendly organic laundry detergent that does not utilize harmful chemicals. It reduces or eliminates the cure and drying processes that conventional methods require for lye soap making. The composition reduces water treatment and is therefore more readily utilized in geographic regions where water is in short or limited supply. The composition can be manufactured more locally than prior art compositions, therefore reducing transportation costs associated with it as well as reduce pollution.
NOVELTY - Process for alkylphosphonate biodegradation comprises contacting aqueous solution of alkylphosphonate with consortium of microorganisms in first reactor under aerobic conditions to form culture, where consortium has isolated bacterial consortium GB2 of biologically pure cultures having ATCC accession number 202200, transferring culture to second reactor, diluting and adding carbon source to culture.    USE - (M1) is useful for the biodegradation of an alkylphosphonate chosen from isopropylmethylphosphonic acid (IMPA), ethylmethylphosphonic acid (EMPA), and methylphosphonicacid (MPA) (all claimed). (M1) is useful for foreign chemical agent stockpiles.    ADVANTAGE - (M1) enables efficient, environmentally acceptable, cost effective and reliable degradation of alkylphosphonates and provides a feasible biodegradation method for demilitarization.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Process (M1) for the biodegradation of an alkylphosphonate involves:    (a) contacting an aqueous solution of the alkylphosphonate with a consortium of microorganisms in a first reactor under aerobic conditions to form a culture, where the consortium comprises an isolated and defined bacterial consortium GB2 of biologically pure cultures having ATCC accession number 202200;    (b) transferring the culture to a second reactor;    (c) diluting the culture; and    (d) adding a carbon source to the culture.
NOVELTY - A system reveals a gaseous compound that permits high solid bearing in 0.5-20% level in dry weight basis. The gaseous compound includes hexa phosphorus as a gel hardened agent.    USE - For use in the production of hydrogen and oxygen gases for internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive system provides gases with improved combustible efficiency in internal combustion engines.
NOVELTY - A binder is added to coke with an average particle diameter of 40-1000 microns and molded to form a carbon-containing molded product. The crushing strength of the molded product is 50 kg or more.    USE - Used for the production of a carbon-containing molded product used for melting waste material (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Waste coke, biomass, waste material, paper manufacture sludge, scrap wood and livestock excrement are effectively reused. The production of the carbon-containing molded product is inexpensive. The generation of carbon dioxide from the biomass is suppressed, reducing environmental pollution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the melting of waste material in a furnace, using a carbon-containing molded product.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the production of a carbon-containing molded product.    mixer (12)    molding machine (13)    heater (14)
NOVELTY - The fuel reformer (1) has a reactor (2), pair of electrodes (3,4) opposed to inside of reactor, and voltage application apparatus (5). Electrode pair performs pulse discharge in source gas fed to reactor. Apparatus (5) applies a voltage between electrode pair. An oxide catalyst (6) is arranged in reactor, and a catalyst support unit (7) for supporting the oxide catalyst is provided within the reactor.    USE - For modifying fuel such as hydrocarbon (claimed) e.g. methane.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reformer has high mobility, responsiveness and durability, and produces reformed gas containing hydrogen by carrying out plasma discharge of fuel in liquid state.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fuel reformer has a reactor, a pair of electrode opposed to the inside of reactor, and a voltage application apparatus. The electrode pair performs pulse discharge in source gas supplied to reactor. The voltage application apparatus applies a voltage between the electrode pair. An oxide catalyst is arranged in the reactor, and a catalyst support unit for supporting the oxide catalyst is provided within the reactor. The reformer produces reformed gas containing hydrogen from source gas containing fuel and water vapor of gaseous state. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for modification of fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel reformer (1)    reactor (2)    electrodes (3,4)    voltage application unit (5)    oxide catalyst (6)    catalyst support unit (7)
NOVELTY - The fuel reformer has a fluid passage (110) with a bend section that bends the direction of advancing fluid. The bend section is equipped with a stirring portion that reduces the flow rate of fluid flowing through the passage.    USE - Fuel reformer used for reforming fuel containing hydrocarbons, for generating hydrogen for use in fuel cell system of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The bend section effectively reduces the non-equalization of flow rate of fluid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the fluid passage. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fluid passage (110)    outer tubes (111d,111u)    inner tubes (112d,112u)    turning blades (114d,114u)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen separation membrane comprises a hydrogen permeable metal alloy thin film formed by heat-processing. During heat processing, hydrogen desorption and hydrogen absorption are performed with respect to preset hydrogen permeable metal particles. The membrane has a crystal structure of an island group pattern in which the cell-like unit structures of the hydrogen permeable metal alloy thin film are adjoined mutually.    USE - Used as a hydrogen separation membrane for separating hydrogen from hydrogen-containing gas, in e.g. fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Durability of the hydrogen permeable metal alloy film is improved. The hydrogen separation membrane has good durability and strength.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen separation membrane comprises a hydrogen permeable metal alloy thin film formed on the surface of a porous support by heat processing. The hydrogen separation membrane performs the selective separation of hydrogen from a hydrogen-containing gas. During heat processing, hydrogen desorption and hydrogen absorption are alternately performed with respect to hydrogen permeable metal particles such as vanadium or palladium in the metal alloy thin film. The hydrogen separation membrane has a crystal structure of an island group pattern in which the cell-like unit structures of hydrogen permeable metal alloy thin film are adjoined mutually.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the production of the above hydrogen separation membrane.
NOVELTY - The metal carrying zeolite molded product comprises metal component supported in a state of metal or metallic compound to the crystal exterior of zeolite during zeolite crystallization.    USE - As adsorption agent for sulfur compound removal from hydrocarbon fuel or dimethyl ether fuel, in manufacture of hydrogen used for fuel cell system (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The metal carrying zeolite molded product efficiently removes thiol and sulfides from hydrocarbon or dimethyl ether fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) the manufacture of metal carrying zeolite molded product which involves carrying the metal ion by metal ion exchange during zeolite crystallization of zeolite molded product;    (2) an adsorption agent for sulfur compound removal from hydrocarbon fuel or dimethyl ether fuel, containing the metal carrying zeolite molded product;    (3) the manufacture of hydrogen using the adsorption agent. The sulfur compound in hydrocarbon or dimethyl ether fuel is desulfurized and the processed fuel is contacted with the partial oxidation modification catalyst, autothermal modification catalyst or water vapor modification catalyst; and    (4) a fuel cell system using the hydrogen manufactured by the method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of fuel cell system.    vaporizer (1)    fuel cell system (2)    hydrogen production system (20)    fuel tank (21)    desulfurizer (23)
NOVELTY - Methane fermentation of organic waste is performed in methane fermentation tank (1). The obtained residue is supplied to membrane separation tank (3) and separated with dipping type membrane separator (4). Membrane filtrate is removed as liquid fertilizer. Concentrate is introduced to dehydrator (7). Portion or whole of dehydrator filtrate is supplied to tank (3) and raise of suspended solid concentration in tank (3) is suppressed.    USE - For manufacturing liquid fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid fertilizer is manufactured safely and hygienically, using compact separator. The load of membrane separator and load of water treatment plant are decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Methane fermentation of organic waste is performed in a methane fermentation tank (1). The obtained fermentation residue is supplied to a membrane separation tank (3), and residue is separated with dipping type membrane separator (4). The membrane filtrate is removed as liquid fertilizer. The concentrate in tank (3) is introduced to dehydrator (7). Portion or whole of dehydrator filtrate is supplied to tank (3), and raise of suspended solid concentration of concentrate in tank (3) is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow sheet of manufacture of the liquid fertilizer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane fermentation tank (1)    membrane separation tank (3)    dipping type membrane separator (4)    membrane filtrate extraction system (5)    dehydrator (7)
NOVELTY - Manufacture of fatty acid ester (A) comprises using modified lipase in oil-in-water emulsion solution containing fats-and-oils, fatty acid ester or fatty acid, alcohol(s) and water, and performing trans-esterification of fats-and-oils or fatty acid ester, and alcohol, or esterification reaction of fatty acid.    USE - For manufacturing (A) using modified lipase and bio-diesel fuel. (A) Is useful as lubricating agent, emulsifier, solubilizer, dispersant, synthetic resin in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and foodstuffs.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of (A) in high yield and the process is environmentally suitable.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of biodiesel fuel, which comprises using modified lipase in oil-in-water emulsion solution containing fats-and-oils, alcohol and water, and performing trans-esterification of fatty acid ester in fats-and-oils and alcohol.
NOVELTY - Processing of concentrated solution involves using Actinomyces blanket (A) obtained by culturing Actinomyces (1) isolated from soil and by performing artificial entrapment fixation as dominant species.    USE - The method is used for processing concentrated organic wastewater such as food processing wastewater and dye wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The concentrated solution e.g. organic compound containing wastewater can be processed efficiently and economically.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical sectional drawing of Actinomyces blanket.    Actinomyces blanket (A)    Actinomyces (1)    calcium alginate (2)    acrylamide (3)
NOVELTY - A controller (14) outputs a command for increasing the amount of hydrogen supplied to a modifier (1), upon detecting increase in the required amount of electric power. A command for increasing the output electric power of inverter (11), is transmitted to the inverter after predetermined amount of time.    USE - Fuel cell system comprising polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the damage to the fuel cell and also increases the power generation efficiency of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    modifier (1)    fuel cell (7)    inverter (11)    controller (14)    anode (23)
NOVELTY - The dual-phase hydrogen permeation alloy of nickel-cobalt-titanium-niobium type, has composition which consists of nickel-cobalt-titanium-niobium type of preset formula. The compound phase has preset eutectic structure of preset phases, structure where preset phases produced as primary is surrounded by eutectic.    USE - For crystalline dual-phase hydrogen permeation alloy film (claimed) used as supply fuel for fuel cells, semiconductor, optical fiber, chemicals.    ADVANTAGE - The alloy has excellent hydrogen permeability and water resistant embrittlement property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The dual-phase hydrogen permeation alloy of nickel-cobalt-titanium-niobium type, has composition which consists of MxTiyNb(100-x-y), where x is greater than 20 and less than 50 (in atomic%) and y is greater than 10 and less than 60 (in atomic%). When the alloy consisting of a compound phase and Ni and Co mixed M by Ni_ZCo1-z, where z is greater than zero and less than one (in atomic%), the compound phase has eutectic (MTi+TiNb) structure of MTi phase in which niobium is formed as solid solution and TiNb phase in which M is formed as solid solution, structure where TiNb phase produced as a primary is surrounded by eutectic or the structure where MTi phase produced as a primary is surrounded by eutectic. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for crystalline dual-phase hydrogen permeation alloy film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a model of nickel-cobalt-titanium-niobium quaternary system state. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Sidewall (1), especially for a composter for garden and kitchen waste that comprises many sidewalls, where (1) has a connection element (16) for releasable connection to another sidewall. The new feature is that (16) and (1) are prepared together as a single piece.    USE - The sidewalls are assembled together to form a composter for garden and kitchen waste.    ADVANTAGE - Making the sidewall and connector from a single piece of material avoids the costs associated with separate preparation and attachment of connectors.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a composter having many new sidewalls (1), linked to each other.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Detail of the sidewall.    Frame (11)    Connecting element, another also present on the opposite edge of the frame (16)    Slot for engaging connector of adjacent sidewall (17)    Stop. (20)
NOVELTY - Production of acetamidine hydrochloride includes synthesis of methanol hydrochloride, synthesis of ethylidene amidine, synthesis of aminomethanol, ammonation of ethylidene amidine, concentration and centrifugation. Hydrogen chloride gas, for the synthesis of methanol hydrochloride, is a side product of paraffin chloride producing process. The production has simple technological process, low production cost, high product yield and no environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - Granular Bacillus thuringiesis preparation has toxicity valence of 200-16000 IU/mg and live spore number of 0.5-40 billion/g. It is prepared with Bacillus thuringiesis spawn in (1-10 wt.%) and supplementary material (10-99 wt.%) by mixing, sterilizing, fermentation and drying. It is used in preventing and killing lepidopterous pests and ground pests, where applied quality is 0.375-75 kg/ha with live spore number of 0.5-40 billion/g or toxicity valence of 200-16000 IU/mg. The invention has low cost, no toxicity, no residue and long pesticidal effect.
NOVELTY - The present invention is one kind of efficient energy-saving environment-protecting azeotropic mixture refrigerant consists of propylene 9.0-12.0 wt%, 1, 1-difluorethane 59.0-61.5 wt% and isobutane 28.0-31.0 wt%. The refrigerant has obvious energy saving effect, excellent environment protecting performance and excellent comprehensive performance, and may be used as new generation of refrigerant to replace CFC widely used in various refrigerator, heat pump and air conditioner.
NOVELTY - A biomass is deposited into a container (I) which is filled with water to contact the biomass, and biologically treated water is obtained. Water is continuously added to the container (I) to overflow the biologically treated water from container (I) into container (II).    USE - For producing biologically treated water used as biocatalyst, and in topical preparations, cosmetics (such as shaving gel) and eyewashes. Also used for improving health condition and for preventing and treating diseases such as burns, dermatological diseases such as eczema and acne, asthma, emphysema, lung damage, hangovers, etc. Also used in farming, and aquaculture for improving health condition of fishes.    ADVANTAGE - The biocatalyst stimulates biological activity when contacted with cell wall, and induces desired catalytic reaction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for biocatalyst, which is formed by diluting the biologically treated water in container (II) by supplying water, removing the biologically treated water from bottom of container (II) and filtering the biologically treated water.
NOVELTY - A housing comprising one rotating screen adjacent the path, is configured to have the mass forced into the inlet to move the mass from the inlet to the outlet. The pressure from the mass forced into the input (16) presses the mass against the rotating screen to thereby force a portion of liquid in the mass to pass through the elongated slots of one rotating screen.    USE - For extracting liquid from a humid mass such as sludges and slurries in pulp and paper industry, waste water treatment plants, agricultural, food and beverage industries.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to remove a portion of liquid from the humid mass to produce a waste solid that is easy to dispose.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) method of washing a liquid extraction assembly;    (2) method of extracting liquid from a mass; and    (3) system for extracting liquid from a mass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of system for extracting liquid from humid mass.    liquid extraction press (11)    platform (12)    system mass input (16)    piping (22)    liquid extraction assembly (40)
NOVELTY - A wastewater treatment apparatus includes an anoxic tank, an anaerobic tank, an oxic tank and a settling tank in serial and pipes for connecting them in serial. The pipes comprise an inflow pipe for introducing waste waters into the anaerobic tank, two internal circulation pipes, a returning sludge pipe, a treated water discharging pipe, and a sludge discharging pipe.    USE - For the treatment of wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive wastewater treatment apparatus can effectively and simultaneously treat nitrogen and phosphorus in the wastewater which inflows into the apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A wastewater treatment apparatus comprises an anoxic tank (102), an anaerobic tank, an oxic tank and a settling tank (105) in serial and pipes for connecting them in serial. The pipes include an inflow pipe (201) for introducing waste water into the anaerobic tank, a first internal circulation pipe (202) for connecting the anaerobic tank and the anoxic tank and transferring a suspension in the anaerobic tank to the anoxic tank, a second internal circulation pipe (203) for connecting the oxic tank and the anoxic tank and returning a suspension in the oxic tank to the anoxic tank, a returning sludge pipe (205) for connecting the settling tank and the anoxic tank and returning a sludge in the settling tank to the anoxic tank, a treated water discharging pipe (206) serving as a passage for discharging the treated water in the settling tank, and a sludge discharging pipe (207) serving as a passage for discharging sludge in the settling tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematically a biological wastewater treating apparatus of the invention.    Anoxic tank (102)    Settling tank (105)    Inflow pipe (201)    Internal circulation pipes (202, 203)    Returning sludge pipe (205)    Treated water discharging pipe (206)    Sludge discharging pipe (207)
NOVELTY - Converting biological material into energy resources involves transmitting biological material to a pulsed electric field (PEF) station; applying a pulsed electric field to the biological material within a treatment zone in the pulse electric field station to generate treated biological material; transmitting the treated biological material to a biogenerator; processing the treated biological material in the biogenerator to produce an energy resource.    USE - For converting biological material, such as waste material from municipal sources, industrial sources and/or agriculture sources, into energy resources e.g. gas product and electricity (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The use of pulse electric field (PEF) treatment prior to processing in the biogenerator overcomes the cell wall/membrane obstacle. The high voltage electric field pulses temporarily destabilize the lipid bilayer and proteins of the cell membrane. As a result, the cell membrane experiences an increase in permeability. As additional material flows into the cell, because of the increased permeability, the cell swells and the cell wall and membrane eventually rupture. With the cell wall and membrane ruptured, the contents of the cell can be released, which can make the cell contents available as a substrate for energy resource generating reactions in the biogenerator. The increased amount of soluble organic material is released and available for more efficient consumption and conversion into energy resources.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The biogenerator comprises a bioreactor or a microbial fuel cell.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) the converter for converting biological material into energy resources, comprising the pulsed electric field station and the biogenerator; and    (2) a wastewater treatment system including two treatment stations, a bioreactor, and the converter.
NOVELTY - Producing enzymatic products comprises adding enzyme complexes on irradiated enzyme-complex-producing organisms (I); treating (I) with radiation to kill biological activity after enzyme production, without destroying all enzyme complex activity, to a composition capable of producing enzymatic products.    USE - The method is useful to produce: cellulase enzymes, which are useful for glucose and other sugar production, protein and lignin extraction; and fermentable carbohydrates, plant leaf protein and lignin (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method: is economical; allows minimal damage to the cellulolytic activity of the enzymes, while destroying the biological activity in organism which can consume the valuable sugars to be used for ethanol and other chemical fermentation; applies irradiation in shorter timeframes; has the ability to preserve celluloytic activity even at extreme doses of irradiation; and provides sterilization without harming the product.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) irradiated cellulase-producing organisms for use in converting biomass to fermentable sugars, plant leaf protein and lignin;    (2) method for producing cellulase enzymes for glucose and other sugar production and protein and lignin extraction by irradiating cellulase-producing organisms and producing the cellulase enzymes;    (3) a system for producing fermentable carbohydrates, plant protein, and lignin, comprising irradiated cellulase-producing organisms and biomass;    (4) a fermentable carbohydrate ;    (5) method of extending the amount of time, in which biomass can be hydrolyzed by irradiating the biomass to extend time for hydrolysis;    (6) method of forming organic acids by fermenting the carbohydrates; and    (7) method of producing enzymes by irradiating enzyme producing organisms or cells.
NOVELTY - The carbonyl sulfide coloring agent comprises cerium component, silver component, copper component, nickel component and/or iron component carried on a metal oxide.    USE - Used in detection unit of carbonyl sulfide for fuel cell system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The carbonyl sulfide coloring agent has excellent coloring capability, and enables visual judgment of life of desulfurizing agent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The metal oxide is ceria, alumina, silica, silica-alumina, zirconia, titania, magnesia and/or metal complex oxide.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) detection unit of carbonyl sulfide; and    (2) fuel cell system (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the fuel cell system.    fuel cell system (1)    water supply pipe (11)    hydrogen production system (20)    fuel tank (21)    regulator (22)    desulfurizer with detection unit (23)
NOVELTY - Cell has a dilution fuel tank (30) retaining diluted fuel, and a circulation path circulating diluted fuel to the fuel cell with a circulation pump. A water supply path leads vapor generated at an air pole of the fuel cell to the dilution fuel tank. A fuel supply tank (40) is adapted in an upper position of the dilution fuel tank such that the liquid fuel is supplied to the dilution fuel tank by means of gravity.    USE - Used as a power source for a portable electronic apparatus e.g. portable telephone, motion robot, toy and mobile personal computer (PC).    ADVANTAGE - Fuel supply tank is adapted in upper position of dilution fuel tank such that liquid fuel is supplied to dilution fuel tank by means of gravity, thus eliminating pump for supplying the liquid fuel, and reducing power consumption for controlling the fuel cell, and thereby enabling improved efficiency of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a configuration of a liquid circulation fuel cell.    Fuel cell (10)    Dilution fuel tank (30)    Fuel circulation pump (36)    Fuel supply tank (40)    Distributor (62)
NOVELTY - Cell has a fuel cell (10) generating an electric power using a liquid fuel, and a dilution fuel tank (30) retaining diluted fuel with the fuel mixed with water. A dilution fuel circulation path with a fuel circulation pump (36) circulates the diluted fuel to the cell. Water and fuel supply supplies water and fuel respectively to the tank. A decompression mechanism (66) reduces a pressure in the tank to remove gas.    USE - Used in a portable electronic apparatus e.g. portable telephone, motion robot, toy and personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - Decompression mechanism reduces a pressure in the dilution fuel tank to remove gas, thus preventing occurrence of an operational failure of the pumps caused by the gas in the diluted fuel and reducing the number of pumps to be driven, thereby attaining stable operation of the fuel cell system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a control method for a liquid circulation type fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a liquid circulation type fuel cell.    Fuel cell (10)    Dilution fuel tank (30)    Fuel circulation pump (36)    Water recovery tank (60)    Decompression mechanisms (66,68,105)
NOVELTY - An oxidizer assembly comprises a housing having several inlets and corresponding outlets, each for receiving/outputting a different gas; and a catalyst assembly including a porous catalyst body having a catalyst able to promote oxidation of carbon monoxide and to be regenerated. The catalyst assembly is adapted to be movable such that successive parts of the assembly are able to be brought repeatedly in communication with all inlets and its corresponding outlets.    USE - In proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell system for oxidizing carbon monoxide and regenerating the catalyst (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The oxidizer assembly allows in-situ catalyst regeneration without interrupting the oxidation of carbon monoxide. The oxidizer assembly is simple and compact in configuration. The catalyst assembly having sealing assembly, which seals the parts of the catalyst body in communication with the all the inlets and the corresponding outlets and inhibits the different gases from mixing with each other. The application of wetting agent prior to applying the catalyst to the ceramic corderite structure allows for better flow of the catalyst suspension through the corderite and delays the absorption of liquid in the binder solution by the corderite.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The porous catalyst body is formed ceramic corderite structure and coated with the catalyst. The catalyst comprises a metal cation doped octahedral molecular sieve-2 (M-OMS-2). The porous catalyst body is rotatable within the housing. The M-OMS-2 comprises Cu-OMS-2, Co-OMS-2 or Ag-OMS-2. The catalyst assembly includes a sealing assembly adapted to seal the parts of the catalyst body in communication with the all the inlets and the corresponding outlets. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following.    (1) the catalyst body for the oxidizer assembly; and    (2) making the catalyst body for the oxidizer assembly.
NOVELTY - The reactor module (1) has a reactor (15) consisting of palladium-film tube(s) (16) and a steam reforming catalyst in interior of a casing (11). The palladium film tube has an enclosure end positioned at upstream of gas passageway (17).    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen gas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reactor module quickly enables the generation of hydrogen gas having high purity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) assembly of reactor module; and    (2) manufacture of hydrogen gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view of reactor module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reactor module (1)    casing (11)    inlet port (12)    exit (13)    reactor (15)    palladium film tube (16)    gas passage way (17)    fuel tank (121)    porous heat conductive metal plate (151)
NOVELTY - The method involves contacting hydrogen-containing mixed gas and an aromatic compound in the presence of a hydrogenation catalyst. The aromatic compound is hydrogenated. The obtained hydrogenated aromatic compound is dehydrogenated in the presence of a dehydrogenation catalyst, to obtain high-purity hydrogen.    USE - For purification method of hydrogen used for fuel cell and other chemical processes.    ADVANTAGE - Manufacture of high-purity hydrogen is performed efficiently and simply. Industrial utilization value of high-purity hydrogen is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Separation removal of impurity gas other than hydrogen from hydrogen-containing mixed gas having hydrogen as main component, is performed to obtain hydrogen of high purity. The method involves contacting the hydrogen-containing mixed gas and an aromatic compound in the presence of a hydrogenation catalyst. The aromatic compound is hydrogenated. The obtained hydrogenated reaction mixture is subjected to vapor liquid separation, and hydrogenated aromatic compound is recovered. The obtained hydrogenated aromatic compound is dehydrogenated in the presence of a dehydrogenation catalyst, to obtain high-purity hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the purification process of hydrogen.    hydrogenation reactor (1)    vapor-liquid-separation device (2,5)    pre-heater (3)    dehydrogenation device (4)
NOVELTY - The temperature sensor is a K-type sheath thermocouple. It comprises nickel chrome alloy as an anode and nickel copper alloy containing copper (1.9-3%) as a cathode. The sensor controls temperature of gas containing hydrogen as main component from 600-1,000degreesC.    USE - For thermometry and controlling temperature of gas containing hydrogen as main component used as fuel in gas reforming apparatus of solid oxide fuel cell and polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature sensor has favorable durability and temperature electromotive force characteristics, and does not deteriorate in reducing environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of temperature sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The semiconductor gas sensor has a gas sensitive material (A) containing tin oxide as metal oxide semiconductor. The gas sensitive material contains palladium as additive (I) and tungsten, molybdenum and/or vanadium as additive (II), in surface layer area (2) provided at depth of 60 microns from the surface of material. The content of additive (II) is 0.2-6 mass% with respect to total amount of tin atom in surface layer area.    USE - For detecting combustible gases, such as methane, town gas, propane gas and carbon monoxide, used in homes and industries.    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor gas sensor has excellent reliability, responsiveness and detection sensitivity, and consumes reduced amount of power. The sensor is compact, and efficiently enables the detection of combustible gases at high temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of gas sensitive material in semiconductor gas sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    inner layer area (1)    surface layer area (2)    electrode (20)    lead wires (201-203)    heater combining electrode (25)    gas sensitive material (A)
NOVELTY - The cell has coating layer (12) integrally joined to both side surfaces of each electrode plate (2). A bolt (7a) is inserted to the each bolt insertion hole (3a) of electrode plate, so that each spacer (3) is arranged between the coating layers of adjacent electrode plates and elastic convex portions (13) of each coating layer are in closed state.    USE - For hydro-oxygen gas generator.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the time and effort required for assembly operation using less number of required components. Prevents the leakage of electrolyte liquid to outside, reliably, by providing elastic convex portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the electrolysis cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electrode plate (2)    spacer (3)    insertion hole (3a)    bolt (7a)    coating layer (12)    elastic convex portion (13)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen production apparatus comprises an electrolyte substance, an anode contacting the electrolyte substance, a cathode having a hydrogen permeable film containing a metal hydride, and an electric current supply unit to flow electric current between anode and cathode. The hydrogen produced by electrolysis of electrolyte substance is obtained from the opposite surface of the surface contacting electrolyte substance in cathode.    USE - For manufacture of hydrogen used for synthesizing ammonia (both claimed) in ammonia manufacturing apparatus mounted on vehicles to remove nitrogen oxide from engine exhaust gas using ammonia.    ADVANTAGE - Highly active and high purity atomic hydrogen is manufactured efficiently. Ammonia is synthesized under low temperature and low pressure conditions, without using separate hydrogen storage tank.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hydrogen production method, which involves flowing electric current to electrolyte substance using the cathode, electrolyzing electrolyte substance by flowing electric current and generating hydrogen, and collecting generated hydrogen from the reverse surface of the surface contacting electrolyte substance of cathode;    (2) ammonium manufacturing apparatus has the hydrogen production apparatus comprising the catalyst material supported on the surface of cathode contacting the electrolyte substance, and a nitrogen supply unit to supply nitrogen to catalyst material; and    (3) manufacture of ammonia, which involves supplying nitrogen to the catalyst material, permeating hydrogen through cathode, and reacting nitrogen and hydrogen to synthesize ammonia.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of the ammonia synthesizing apparatus.    reaction tube (101)    reaction container (104)    power supply (106)    source gas supply pipe (107)    electrolytic solution (111)
NOVELTY - The electroconductive diamond coated substrate has a layer of electroconductive diamond on a base material. The base material is porous.    USE - For electrochemical electrode used for electrolysis processing of water, and filter used for filtration of solution (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Peeling of diamond film from the base material substrate is prevented reliably, and highly durable electroconductive diamond coated substrate is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The base material is an insulated ceramic containing aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, silicon nitride, aluminum nitride and/or silicon oxide. The electroconductive diamond is a polycrystal chemical vapor deposition film. The electroconductive diamond-coating layer contains impurities chosen from boron, nitrogen, phosphorus and/or sulfur.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrochemical electrode used for electrolysis processing of water; and    (2) filter used for filtration of solution.
NOVELTY - Production of organic fertilizer comprises adding into a fermenter, wood granules such as wood chips and wood meal to form a microbial bed, inoculating Bacillus having high temperature resistance and in diapause state, into the microbial bed, increasing the moisture content, adding organic waste and fermenting the organic waste at at least 60degreesC with aeration.    USE - (M1) is useful for producing organic fertilizer (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (M1) Allows production of organic fertilizer in large quantities and economically by using B. subtilis having high decomposition ability and capable of providing a suitable environment for the growth of the plant. The antimicrobial compounds produced by bacteria suppress the pathogenic microorganisms of plants.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production (M1) of organic fertilizer comprises adding into a fermenter (1), wood granules such as wood chips and wood meal in layers to form a microbial bed, inoculating Bacillus having high temperature resistance and in diapause state, into the microbial bed, increasing the moisture content to activate the Bacillus, mixing fats and oils with the organic waste and adding the organic waste into the fermenter, fermenting the organic waste by culturing the bacteria at at least 60degreesC and stirring with aeration, and removing the wood meal granule from the processed material to obtain organic fertilizer.
NOVELTY - Production of ethanol (A) by fermentation comprises providing an aqueous feedstock comprising dissolved carbohydrates, salts, and amino acids; separating the feedstock by chromatography into a raffinate fraction containing a major portion of the salts and a fermentation fraction containing a major portion of the carbohydrates and of the amino acids; and fermenting the fermentation fraction to convert the carbohydrates to (A).    USE - The invention deals with a process for production of ethanol by fermentation of aqueous feedstock from sugar manufacture (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fermentation is carried out substantially without addition of nitrogenous nutrients to the fermentation fraction (claimed). The method provides higher gravity fermentations and hence higher ethanol content can be achieved in the fermentation broth. The chromatography method has the additional advantage of concentrating the sugars and nutrients such as amino acids and nucleosides in the fermentation fraction.
NOVELTY - The method involves performing trans-esterification process using triglyceride on used vegetable oils, obtained from fried food, in predetermined pressure and temperature conditions to obtain methyl ester compounds. The obtained methyl ester compounds are then neutralized and purified.    USE - For producing bio-diesel fuel from used vegetable oils for diesel engine.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a more economical process for obtaining bio-diesel fuel from used vegetable oils, maintaining yield obtained in well-known procedures but with better bio-diesel fuel quality. Eliminates the process of catalyst and methanol reductions in the final product. Ensures a more ecological process for obtaining bio-diesel fuel, and ensures reduced pollution emissions.
NOVELTY - In apparatus for measuring/monitoring concentration of gas(es) in test gas (1), especially methane in ambient air, with measuring chamber(s) (3), associated and/or enclosed sensor(s) (4) and internal gas feed pipe (5) conveying test gas through inlet(s) (6) to sensor (4) and outlet(s) (7), both openings (6, 7) are at foot of chamber (3) and gas feed pipe has axial guide plate(s) (8) that extend to bottom of measuring chamber and separate openings (6,7) in terms of flow.    USE - The apparatus is used for measuring and/or monitoring the concentration of gas(es) in a test gas, especially of methane in ambient air (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus is simple in construction and there is little delay in measurement, even when the test gas flow is small. It also uses little test gas, even at high flow.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a longitudinal section through the apparatus.    Test gas (1)    Measuring chamber (3)    Sensor (4)    Internal gas feed pipe (5)    Gas inlet (6)    Gas outlet (7)    Guide plates (8)
NOVELTY - A vehicle mixed alcohol hydrocarbon clean fuel composition includes (vol.%): 20-70 alcohol or mixed alcohol; 0.1-2 alcohol active additive; 20-70 raw material; and 0-10 low-carbon paraffin hydrocarbon.    USE - Used as a clean fuel for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Production is simple, as the above raw materials are mixed to give the clean fuel.
NOVELTY - The method for producing liquid biological energy source by utilizing monosaccharide, oligose and its alditol. The method includes the following steps: A. using monosaccharide, oligose and its alditol as raw material, adding methyl alcohol and dehydration agent and concentrated sulfuric acid to make reflux reaction to make saccharides be etherified; B. distilling at 70-75 deg.C, collecting condensate; or adding dried calcium hydroxide to remove concentrated sulfuric acid, filtering and collecting filtrate, the above-mentioned obtained condensate or filtrate is the etherified biological energy source.
NOVELTY - The process for producing biodiesel oil by using waste animal and vegetable oil with high acid value. The process adopts alkaline catalysis method, under the action of alkaline catalyst sodium hydroxide makes the waste animal and vegetable oil react, and adopts four steps of removing impurity and deacidification; dewatering and decolouring; esterification and ester exchange alcoholysis; and phase separation to obtain fatty acid methyl ester-biological diesel oil.
NOVELTY - The method for preparing biodiesel oil by utilizing hydraulic cavitation process. The invention is characterized by that on the basis of traditional biodiesel oil production technique it adopts a hydraulic cavitation ester exchange reactor to optimize production of biodiesel oil. The method is simple, its ester exchange reaction speed is quick, as compared with traditional reactor its reactor time can be reduced by 2-3 times, and oil-fat ester exchange conversion rate can be up to 99%, and the obtained product can meet the biological diesel oil standard of American ASTM PS121-99.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen energy circulation system by using metal with high specific surface area as carrier includes the following steps: (1) utilizing existent wet smelting technique to prepare energy storage metal with high specific surface area by using metal hydroxide so as to implement storage of electric energy; (2) utilizing material interchange station to implement interchange of energy storage metal and waste material; and (3). in the presence of catalyst making metal with high specific surface area and water implement reaction so as to produce waste material and hydrogen gas, in with the hydrogen gas can be provided for hydrogen energy consumption mechanism to use. The above-mentioned metal with high specific surface area can be metal aluminium or its alloy and metal magnesium or its alloy. The invention can be used for matched equipment of hydrogen source car, fuel cell or other energy conversion system.
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system comprises a sensing unit for measuring a concentration of fuel(s) supplied to an anode; and a control unit for receiving a signal of the sensing unit and informing replacement time of a fuel.    USE - As a fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Replacement time of a used fuel and a filter for filtering impurity is notified to a user by detecting a consumption degree of a fuel and a generation degree of impurity. Fuel usage is maximized and a mis-operation of the system that can be generated due to a fuel deficiency or excessive impurities is prevented. Since replacement time of a fuel and a filter is notified to the user, the system can be stably operated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell system comprises a fuel cell stack (100) wherein an electrolyte membrane is positioned between an anode and a cathode; a fuel tank for storing a fuel; a fuel circulation supply (400) for circulation-supplying a fuel stored in the fuel tank to the anode of the fuel cell stack; an air supply unit (200) connected to the cathode of the fuel cell stack by an air supply line, for supplying e.g. oxygen to the cathode; a sensing unit for measuring a concentration of fuel(s) supplied to the anode; and a control unit for receiving a signal of the sensing unit and informing replacement time of a fuel. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for controlling a fuel cell system comprising a first step of measuring a concentration of at least one fuel; a second step of comparing a value measured in the first step with a preset value; and a third step of informing replacement time of a fuel according to a result obtained in the second step.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (100)    Air supply unit (200)    Pump (220, 410, 430)    Fuel circulation supply (400)    Returning line (440)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing a hydrogen permeable substrate (20) involves forming through-hole(s) (110) in a first substrate (100); forming a combined member by embedding a hydrogen permeable metal (10) in through-hole(s); locating an insulating layer (300) between the and a second substrate (200); activating joining faces of combined member and second substrate by a surface activation process; and joining combined member with second substrate by a cladding process.    USE - For manufacturing a hydrogen permeable substrate useful for extracting hydrogen from hydrogen-containing gases (claimed); useful as anode of a fuel cell; and also useful in hydrogen separation unit.    ADVANTAGE - The method manufactures the hydrogen permeable substrate at low temperature and low pressure, thus restraining warping due to heat and further preventing change in composition of the hydrogen permeable metal due to warping, and thus improving the separating capability of hydrogen permeable substrate. By carrying out surface activation process of the joining faces using irradiation with argon ions, joining can be carried out without producing alloy layer. The deformation of the hydrogen permeable metal and the substrate joined with hydrogen permeable metal can be prevented so that diminished assembly performance can be restrained. Several hydrogen permeable substrates can be manufactured with single rolling operation, so that manufacturing efficiency can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The surface activation is performed using argon ion irradiation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view depicting arrangement of the hydrogen permeable substrate.    hydrogen permeable metal (10)    hydrogen permeable substrate (20)    first substrate (100)    through-holes (110)    second substrate (200)    insulating layer. (300)
NOVELTY - The aqueous solution of hydrazine loaded in a motor vehicle is vaporized, while driving the motor vehicle, which mounted hydrogen internal combustion engine (7) using hydrogen gas as a fuel. The hydrazine in the vaporized component is contacted with a catalyst (4), and decomposed to obtain hydrogen gas used as fuel.    USE - For driving motor vehicle such as car using hydrogen gas as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient and economic operation of the motor vehicle. Eliminates need for hydrogen gas filling pressure container and hydrogen filling station.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen internal combustion engine motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of apparatus mounted on the motor vehicle for removing hydrogen gas from the hydrazine aqueous solution.    hydrazine aqueous-solution tank (1)    fuel injection equipment (2)    catalyst apparatus (3)    catalyst (4)    hydrogen internal combustion engine (7)
NOVELTY - Treating a molecular sieve membrane to increase its separation selectivity involves adsorbing a modifying agent within and/or on the membrane.    USE - For treating a molecular sieves for separating gas mixture e.g. mixture of carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4) (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides modified molecular sieve membrane with improved separation selectively for gas mixture (e.g. mixture of CO2 and CH4) i.e. greater than 42000 at 297 - 323 K, at a pressure differential across the membrane of 2.3 - 3 MPa and a CO2 concentration of 25 - 70 mol.%.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a supported membrane comprising a porous support and ammoniated SAPO-34 crystals which form a layer on at least one side of the support; where the carbon dioxide (CO2)/methane (CH4) separation selectivity of the membrane is greater than 42000 at 297 - 323 K, a pressure differential across the membrane of 2.3 - 3 MPa, and CO2 concentration of 25 - 70 mol.%; and    (2) separating first gas component from a gas mixture containing at least a first and a second gas component involving providing a modified molecular sieve membrane having a feed and a permeate side selectively permeable to the first gas component over the second gas component, and being modified by adsorption of a modifying agent within the membrane; applying a feed stream including the first and the second gas components to the feed side of the membrane; providing a driving force for permeation of the first gas component through the membrane, thereby producing a permeate stream enriched in the first gas component from the permeate side of the membrane.
NOVELTY - An organic acid is added to raw material oil to solidify gum or phospholipids contained in the oil. The solidified gum or phospholipids contained in the oil are removed from the oil. The resulting oil is heated under reduced pressure and heavy liquid is removed from the raw material oil. Clay treatment is performed to the resulting oil followed by transesterification of oil to obtain bio-diesel fuel composition.    USE - Used for the production of bio-diesel fuel composition.    ADVANTAGE - The gum or phospholipids and free fatty acids are removed efficiently and economically from the raw material oil, and a composition for bio-diesel fuel is obtained by simple and easy steps of transesterification. The bio-diesel fuel of high purity and improved productivity is produced continuously.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for apparatus for the production of a bio-diesel fuel composition which has at least an acid-treatment portion, a centrifugation portion, a heating under reduced pressure portion and a transesterification portion connected in order.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of the outline of the production of a composition for bio-diesel fuel. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A cosmetic composition comprising cationic surfactant(s) having a point of molecular fragility and cosmetic agent(s), is new.    USE - The inventive cosmetic composition is used for washing and/or conditioning keratin materials, e.g. hair or skin. It is also used for the preparation of a shampoo or a hair conditioner, or for removing makeup from keratin materials. (All claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive cosmetic composition is biodegradable and less ecotoxic. When this composition is used as detergent composition of shampoo type, it can obtain a rich lather and good detergency, and allows good ease of removal of the soiling matter on rinsing. When it is used as hair conditioner type, this composition also make it possible to limit the harmful or adverse effects induced by the treatments or attacking factors to which hair fibers are repeatedly subjected. The composition also gives washed, dry or moistened hair ease of disentangling, softness and smoothness that are comparable with and often better than those that may be obtained with standard cleansing compositions.
NOVELTY - A catalyst for a partial oxidation reforming reaction of fuel comprises main body shaped in form of disk having through-hole, active component and cocatalyst coated on the main body. The catalyst is porous nickel-based alloy.    USE - For a partial oxidation reforming reaction of fuel (claimed) in fuel cells, such as household, portable and car fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst makes it possible to progress the partial oxidation reforming reaction of fuel smoothly, to improve the efficiency when reforming the fuel and to simplify the fuel reforming reactor. Since the heat of reaction is efficiently controlled and used, a simple on-off operation, reduction of starting time and a stable operational condition are accomplished, that are indispensably required for a fuel reforming system in fuel cells. Since the combustion heat increases the temperature of the catalyst by burning the reforming fuel in the through-hole of the catalyst, the starting time is shortened and thus the operation of the reforming system is possible in 1 - 2 minutes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel reforming apparatus comprising a fuel reforming reactor including a catalyst, an igniter, and a gas supply line for supplying fuel and air.
NOVELTY - Production (P1) of methanol involves supplying into a reactor a hydrocarbon-containing gas (g1) and an oxygen-containing gas (g2); carrying out in the reactor oxidation of the heated (g1) by oxygen of (g2); and supplying into the reactor a cold hydrocarbon-containing gas (g3) to be mixed directly with a mixture of heated (g1) and (g2) at a later stage of the reaction to also produce formaldehyde.    USE - For production of methanol (claimed) useful gas in power plants, gas distributing and gas reducing stations, chemical production facilities, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The methanol formed is highly stable and can be used directly on gas and gas-condensate deposits, and also at any gas consumer, such as power plants, gas distributing and gas reducing stations, chemical production facilities etc. The waste gasses are returned back into the process in the apparatus for gas preparation, without distorting its operation and quality of gas. Also, when the apparatus is arranged at gas power plants, the returned gas does not change its caloric content. The apparatus is ecologically clean and does not produce hazardous wastes. In contrast, in known apparatuses, it is necessary to burn up to 3 million ton per year of formaldehyde mixture when the capacity of the apparatus 6 million ton per year.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an apparatus (A1) for producing methanol comprising a reactor; and supplier for (g1), (g2) and (g3).
NOVELTY - Generating hydrogen gas involves activating aluminum particles by repeatedly heating and cooling down aluminum particles rapidly to generate microcracks and/or nanocracks inside crystals of aluminum particles; and reacting the aluminum particles with water molecules at room temperature to generate hydrogen gas. The aluminum particles are obtained by milling aluminum or aluminum alloy material.    USE - For generating hydrogen gas (claimed) useful as fuel for portable-type fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - A large amount of hydrogen gas can be generated at room temperature, in a short period of time. Hydrogen gas can be easily and safely supplied to a portable-type miniature fuel cell, that operates at room temperature.
NOVELTY - Gasifying a biomass involves heating a fluidized bed reactor loaded with a specific catalyst to lower than 800degreesC; introducing biomass particles into the fluidized bed reactor from its upper portion; introducing air and steam into the fluidized bed reactor from its lower portion; and allowing the biomass particles to react at the surface of the catalyst so as to manufacture hydrogen and a syngas.    USE - The method is used for gasifying biomass to manufacture hydrogen and a syngas (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method can efficiently gasify biomass at low temperatures, i.e., temperatures lower than 800degreesC, without forming tar or char on the surface of the catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Gasifying a biomass involves heating a fluidized bed reactor loaded with a catalyst represented by Rh/CeO2/M to lower than 800degreesC; introducing biomass particles into the fluidized bed reactor from its upper portion; introducing air and steam into the fluidized bed reactor from its lower portion; and allowing the biomass particles to react at the surface of the Rh/CeO2/M catalyst so as to manufacture hydrogen and a syngas.    M=SiO2, Al2O3 or ZrO2.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a catalyst for gasification of a biomass. The catalyst is represented by Rh/CeO2/M.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure schematically shows the construction of a continuous supply fluidized bed reactor.
NOVELTY - A core-shell composition for gas storage, comprises a hollow (24) or porous core (26) and a shell (22) comprising a nanocomposite. The nanocomposite comprises an exfoliated layered filler dispersed in a matrix material. The shell has a thickness smaller than 50% of a radius of the core-shell composition.    USE - The core-shell composition is used for gas storage (claimed). It can be used for storing and feeding hydrogen to fuel cells that supply electricity to apparatus such as portable electronic devices, automobiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The nanocomposite provides high mechanical strength to hold high pressure gas and high resistance to gas permeation. The composition has a higher hydrogen storage capacity, and is capable of feeding hydrogen fuel to fuel cells at an adequate and controlled rate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) normally closed container that contains nanocomposite shell-core compositions to store gas molecules inside the compositions, where the container is equipped with mechanism for releasing the gas molecules; and    (B) hydrogen gas storage and supply method, comprising providing nanocomposite based shell-core compositions pre-filled with pressurized hydrogen gas and enclosed in a container, where the compositions comprise a polymer having a glass transition temperature or softening temperature, Tg, no greater than 300degreesC; and heating the shell-core compositions to a temperature within Tgplus minus20 degrees, or sufficient to cause diffusion of hydrogen outside the compositions to provide hydrogen fuel from the container to a hydrogen-consuming device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures are schematics of nanocomposite shell-hollow core, and nanocomposite shell-porous core.    Shell (22)    Hollow core (24)    Porous core (26)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen delivery system (20) comprises fluid storage vessel for housing a hydrogen storage material that stores hydrogen; fluid ballast vessel for storing and delivering hydrogen to a fuel cell (24); and pressurization device adapted to pressurize the hydrogen released from the storage material for delivery to the ballast vessel. The fluid storage vessel has a pressure less than or equal to the ballast vessel.    USE - For electrochemical fuel cell for vast array applications as a power source as an alternate power source to internal combustion for vehicular applications.    ADVANTAGE - The invented hydrogen delivery system optimizes fuel cell performance as cost-effectively as possible.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of providing hydrogen reactant to a fuel cell comprising releasing hydrogen gas from a hydrogen storage material; pressurizing the hydrogen gas; storing the pressurized hydrogen gas in a ballast vessel; and delivering the pressurized hydrogen gas from the ballast vessel to the fuel cell. The pressurized hydrogen gas is at a pressure greater than or equal to an operating pressure of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a fuel delivery system.    Hydrogen delivery system (20)    Fuel cell (24)    Tank (70)    Fluid handling system (72)    Transfer device (90)
NOVELTY - Generating hydrogen comprises providing an aqueous composition containing metal hydride(s); contacting the metal hydride with a hydrogen generation catalyst to generate a fluid product stream comprising hydrogen, water and a metal salt; and mixing at least part of the water of the fluid product stream with the metal hydride prior to contacting the metal hydride with the catalyst.    USE - For generating hydrogen for use in a hydrogen fuel cell for powering e.g. vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The invention produces hydrogen safely and efficiently.
NOVELTY - A constant flow control wellhead assembly comprises a manually controlled valve; a differential pressure-regulating valve; pressure measurement taps to measure differential pressure across the valve and differential pressure equivalent to entire flow through assembly; a sample tap for obtaining a gas sample; and a control circuit providing display capability of differential pressures and adjust the position of valve to maintain desired flow through assembly.    USE - For landfill gas extraction control system for controlling/regulating gas flow from landfill gas wells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The wellhead assembly maintains constant flow from the landfill gas well despite normal variations in environmental factors affecting gas flow. The pressure-regulating valve configuration allows a simple automatic control to position the valve. Periodic manual sampling of extracted gas and adjustment of the valve conditions is used to adjust for longer-term variations in well conditions. The landfill gas extraction control system requires minimal supervision and provide shutdown of the gas extraction if dangerously high extraction temperature occur. The installation of the wellhead assembly is easy and cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIMS is included for a landfill gas well extraction control system.
NOVELTY - A system reveals a gaseous compound that permits high solid bearing in 0.5-20% level in dry weight basis. The gaseous compound includes hexa phosphorus as a gel hardened agent.    USE - For use in the production of hydrogen and oxygen gases for internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive system provides gases with improved combustible efficiency in internal combustion engines.
NOVELTY - A system reveals a gaseous compound that permits high solid bearing in 0.5-20% level in dry weight basis. The gaseous compound includes hexa phosphorus as a gel hardened agent.    USE - For use in the production of hydrogen and oxygen gases for internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive system provides gases with improved combustible efficiency in internal combustion engines.
NOVELTY - A siloxane compound removal system has a cooling unit (2) for cooling sewage gas containing siloxane compound, and a sewage gas refiner (3). The refiner carries out counter-flow contact of cooled sewage gas with water, and removal of siloxane compound contained in sewage gas.    USE - The system is useful for removing a siloxane compound contained in sewage gas obtained by anaerobic digestion of organic waste, such as sewage sludge, industrial wastewater and livestock excretion and used as fuel for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The siloxane compound is efficiently, simply and economically removed from sewage gas, without affecting the environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for removal of siloxane compound from sewage gas. The sewage gas is cooled, and introduced to sewage gas refiner using water as a solvent. Counter-flow contact of sewage gas and water is carried out, and siloxane compound is removed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of siloxane compound removal system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Gas holder (1)    Decrease-of-temperature apparatus (cooling unit) (2)    Sewage gas refiner (3)    Heater (4)    Generator (5)
NOVELTY - Processing organic waste comprises performing solubilization processing chemically or physically, before performing biological treatment of an organic solid substance contained in the methane-fermentation process liquid obtained during the processing method of the organic waste. After performing biological treatment, solubilization processing is performed using microorganisms.    USE - The method is useful for processing organic waste such as sewage sludge, foodstuffs waste material, livestock farming waste material and waste liquid generated from factories.    ADVANTAGE - Processing of organic waste is performed efficiently and economically in short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the processing apparatus of organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the processing apparatus of organic waste liquid. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Methane-fermentation tank (1)    Alkaline-solubility processing unit (2)    Denitrification tank (3)    Nitrification tank (4)    Solubilization tank (5)
NOVELTY - Organic matter treatment device, comprising a frame (2) comprising a processing section (4) with stratum (41) of bark compost and stratum (42) in which earthworms and the organic matter to be processed are put and stratum (43) of bark compost, arranged inside the frame in order from the downward direction, is new. The space for injection of organic matter is formed, so that the space extends from the stratum (41) to the stratum (43).    USE - For performing decomposition processing of organic matter such as organic refuse using earthworms.    ADVANTAGE - The processing of organic matter is efficiently performed in large quantities very effectively. The processing capacity is heightened effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the organic matter processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of the processing section of the organic matter treatment device using earthworms.    frame (2)    processing section (4)    stratums (41-43)
NOVELTY - A souring liquid obtained by supplying a sludge to souring apparatus (5) and carrying out fermentation processing, is introduced into a biological treatment apparatus (7) along with sewage. The sewage is treated biologically. The input of sludge to souring apparatus is increased when the ratio of organic acid concentration and phosphorus concentration in sewage is less than the predetermined value. Thus, the sewage is treated.    USE - For processing sewage.    ADVANTAGE - The method economically and efficiently processes sewage by decomposing organic acid such as acetic acid, propionic acid and butyric acid contained in the sewage, and enables to promote dephosphorization of sewage even after rainfall.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of sewage treatment apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    souring apparatus (5)    biological treatment apparatus (7)    fermenter (11)    sedimentation tank (13)    anaerobic tank (21)
NOVELTY - A yeast belonging to Yarrowia genus, capable of utilizing fat and oils of animal and plant in strong acidic and basic environment, and symbiotically associated with bacteria, is new.    USE - The yeast is used for biologically processing wastewater to decrease fats and oils in wastewater, by introducing the culture of yeast, preferably Yarrowia YH-01 (FERM AP-20114) to the wastewater (claimed), where the wastewater includes wastewater of diary industry, restaurant and food processing industry.    ADVANTAGE - Enables removal of fats and oils of animals and plants, in wastewater, at high efficiency and cost-effectively, without causing environmental pollution. The yeast has wide pH range, and can be co-cultivated with bacteria.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for biological processing of wastewater.
NOVELTY - Manufacturing hydrogen by carrying out hydrogen fermentation of organic material under anaerobic conditions. The concentration of organic acid in fermented liquor (13) is controlled such that hydrogen fermentation is not inhibited.    USE - The method is used for production of hydrogen from organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is manufactured continuously in high yield and improved productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Manufacturing hydrogen by carrying out hydrogen fermentation of organic material under anaerobic conditions. The concentration of organic acid in fermented liquor (13) is controlled such that hydrogen fermentation is not inhibited. The organic material is organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of hydrogen fermentation apparatus.    hydrogen fermenter (11)    organic material inflow pipe (12)    fermented liquor (13)    membrane separation (14)    gas recovery pipe (15)    membrane separator (16)
NOVELTY - Lactic acid bacteria Lactobacillus sp. TM1 (FERM AP-20139) or L. brevis TM2 (FERM AP-20140) having antimicrobial property with respect to yeast which causes aerobic deterioration of silage, and having resistance at low pH, and in acetic acid, where L. brevis TM2 (FERM AP-20140) has high temperature resistance, is new.    USE - The microorganisms are used for preparation of microorganism formulation in silage preparation.    ADVANTAGE - The lactic acid bacteria suppresses the proliferation of yeast, which causes aerobic deterioration of silage efficiently, and shows resistance at low pH and high temperature. The silage prepared using the lactic acid bacteria has high nutritive value, improved taste, is highly safe and contributes to development of livestock.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) microorganism formulation for silage preparation, containing any one of the lactic acid bacteria; and    (2) preparation of silage, by adding the lactic acid bacteria or the microorganism formulation to grass.
NOVELTY - A cold cathode (70) provided at upper region of accelerating tube, is used as electron source. A LED (80) and photoelectric panel (82) are provided at the ground and high voltage side of DC-DC converter (84), such that energy is transmitted to high voltage side from ground side by light. The voltage applied between cold cathode and accelerating electrode (69) controls generation of electric current.    USE - For irradiating electron beam for processing reformation of plastic rubber, tire, hardening of coating film, sterilization of medical device and desulfurization of waste gas.    ADVANTAGE - The life-time of cold cathode is increased, and therefore time and effort needed for inspection of cathode is reduced. Size of the electron beam apparatus is reduced and power needed for electron beam generation is also reduced. The degree of freedom of design is increased, thereby safety of operating the beam irradiation apparatus is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the electron beam irradiation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    filament transformer (5)    accelerating electrode (69)    cold cathode (70)    LED (80)    photoelectric panel (82)    DC-DC converter (84)
NOVELTY - A compression mechanism (107) which compresses a refrigerant gas (102), is accommodated while storing a lubricant as ionic liquid (103) in airtight container (101).    USE - For refrigerator, air conditioner, etc.    ADVANTAGE - A refrigerant compressor with high reliability is provided using low viscosity lubricant. Generation of sludge, abrasion of sliding component, and evaporation of lubricant, etc., are prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional view of refrigerant compressor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    airtight container (101)    refrigerant gas (102)    ionic liquid (103)    compression mechanism (107)
NOVELTY - A circulation liquid having volatile solid substance content of 0.2-10 wt.%, pH of 5-11 and oxidation-reduction potential of -500 to 700 mV, and fuel gas are contacted in a gas-liquid contacting portion having a bio-film in a desulfurizing tower (3). Desulfurization of fuel gas is enabled. The oxidation-reduction potential is standard oxidation-reduction potential measured using hydrogen electrode at 25degreesC.    USE - For desulfurizing fuel gas obtained by fermentation of livestock excrements.    ADVANTAGE - The desulfurization of fuel gas is simply and economically enabled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the desulfurizing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fermentation layer (1)    circulation liquid tank (2)    desulfurizing tower (3)
NOVELTY - Raw material (102) containing organic matter is heated in hypoxia or anoxia state and the carbonized material containing hydrocarbon as main component, in the volatile substance (104) generated during heating, is gasified. Subsequently, the gasification residue (113) is burnt. The heat produced at the time of combustion or gasification is used as heat source of raw material or carbonized material.    USE - For gasifying organic matter such as biomass and producing fuel gas for electronic power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The gasification of organic matter is carried out efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the gasification method of organic matter. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    raw material (102)    volatile substance (104)    source gas residue (105)    trapping material (111)    gasification residue (113)
NOVELTY - A processing utilization system of biogas has digester (1) for generating biogas, desulfurizing apparatus (2), gas holders (3,5), biogas refiner (4) and biogas consumption apparatus (6). Holder (3) stores desulfurized biogas. Refiner (4) purifies stored biogas and concentrates flammable component, by contacting biogas and absorption liquid at pressure of 0.2 MPa or more, and absorbing impure gas. Holder (5) stores purified biogas.    USE - For utilizing biogas used in combustion equipment, gas engine, hot water boiler and filling container of motor vehicles, and used as fuel for gas turbine used for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Biogas having high methane concentration and reduced impure gas concentration is obtained. The siloxane compound is effectively removed, and deterioration of refiner is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A processing utilization system of biogas has a digester (1) for generating biogas, a desulfurizing apparatus (2), gas holders (3,5), biogas refiner (4) and biogas consumption apparatus (6). The apparatus (2) carries out desulfurization of biogas produced by digester. The gas holder (3) stores the desulfurized biogas. The refiner (4) purifies the stored biogas and concentrates flammable component, by contacting biogas and an absorption liquid at high pressure of 0.2 MPa or more, and absorbing impure gas, such as carbon dioxide. The gas holder (5) stores the purified biogas. The apparatus (6) consumes stored purified biogas.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing utilization of biogas, which involves desulfurizing biogas generated by digester, contacting desulfurized gas with absorption liquid, and raising methane concentration of biogas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of structure of biogas processing utilization system.    digester (1)    de-sulfuring apparatus (2)    gas holders (3,5)    biogas refiner (4)    biogas consumption apparatus (6)    organic waste (7)
NOVELTY - Bacteria belonging to Nocardioides genus with capability to decompose bisphenol A, are new.    USE - The bacteria is useful for decomposing bisphenol A (claimed) in wastewater and waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The bacteria and method enables efficient decomposition of bisphenol A contained in wastewater, waste material, etc.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) decomposition of bisphenol A; and    (2) bisphenol A decomposition agent.
NOVELTY - Electric power energy generation system comprising generator (2) that generates the electric power using the natural gas mixed with bio-gas generated from several bio-gas generators (1), as the fuel, is new.    USE - Electric power energy generation system using bio-gas in power station (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Improves the gross thermal efficiency of the power generation system. The capital cost is used effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Electric power energy generation system comprises generator (2) that generates the electric power using the natural gas mixed with bio-gas generated from several bio-gas generators (1), as the fuel. The generated bio-gas supplied from generators using the pipeline (6), is supplied to natural gas pipeline (5) through compressor (4).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the electric power energy generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Bio-gas generator (1)    Turbine (3)    Compressor (4)    Natural gas pipeline (5)    Bio-gas pipeline (6)
NOVELTY - Preparing ethanol from corn flours comprises corn impact milling, separation of light fractions (bran), first refining of the fractions, first sifting with separation of germs and grits, second refining of the milled fractions, and second sifting with separation of germ and grits.    USE - The method is useful to prepare ethanol from corn flour (claimed). The ethanol is useful in preparing fuels.    ADVANTAGE - Compared to conventional systems the system of the invention has the advantages of separating the individual components to simply and increase the speed of subsequent operations during the ethanol production process, of not being affected by the quality of the corn in terms of separation yield, and of reducing the energy consumed in the degermination treatment. The entire plant used can be automated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an ethanol obtained by the method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic of the process.    throughs in output from mill (6)    mill (5)    first rotary separator (8)    grits (9)    reject from rotary separator (10)    reject from mill (7)    first separator (11)
NOVELTY - An aerobic reactor, comprises a fixed bed (1) containing aerobic microorganisms and one or more aerators with air feed bars (3) that are connected by their lower ends to heads (2) located beneath the fixed bed. A slot (5) of appropriate cross-section runs the whole height of the fixed bed to permit insertion or removal of the aerators. The upper ends of the air feed bars are connected to a collector (4) fixed to the axle (9) of a self-supporting structure. Each aerator feed bar and head is fitted by aligning it with the vertical slot, lowering it into position beneath the fixed bed, and connecting it to the collector.    USE - Treating domestic waste water or industrial effluent by action of aerobic microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - More convenient aerator fitting and removal.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vertical section of the aerobic reactor.    Fixed bed (1)    Aerator head (2)    Air feed bar (3)    Collector (4)    Slot (5)    Axle (9)
NOVELTY - In a microbiotic mixed culture (A) for degrading liquids containing organic components, comprising a light-emitting microbial component and a photosynthetic microbial component in a biological solution, a labeling agent (I) is added to facilitate identification of (A).    USE - (A) are especially for treating waste water (claimed), e.g. in clarifying and processing plants for communal or industrial waste water. More generally (A) are useful for degrading harmful organic materials in fluids (i.e. gases or liquids) or the pore systems of solids (e.g. oil-contaminated building materials).    ADVANTAGE - The labeling facilitates the identification of (A)for use in particular applications, without the need for time-consuming analyses.
NOVELTY - Biogas plant has a conveyor screw system (6) which feeds biomass from a storage tank (4) to a fermenter (8). There is a section in which it falls freely from the conveyor on to two rollers (10) which break up particles in the biomass.    USE - Biogas plant    ADVANTAGE - The dwell time of the biomass in the fermenter is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-section of the biogas plant.    Biomass storage tank (4)    Conveyor screw system (6)    Fermenter (8)    Rollers (10)    Outlet (14)
NOVELTY - Preparation of hydrogen-rich synthesis gas (I) from biogenous materials and other carbon-containing compounds, by means of water vapor gasification in a fluidized bed reactor, comprises providing heat transmission elements into the fluidized bed, which allows a certain heat introduction into the reactor; and providing oxygen into fluidized bed reactor.    USE - The preparation of hydrogen-rich synthesis gas from biogenous materials and other carbon containing compounds (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) is produced: in an economical and technically attractive way; and in a simple and economical apparatuses.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preparation of hydrogen-rich synthesis gas (I) from biogenous materials and other carbon-containing compounds by means of water vapor gasification (steam reforming) in a fluidized bed reactor (C1, hybrid reactor) comprises providing heat transmission elements (W1) into the fluidized bed, which allows a certain heat introduction in into the reactor, without by the heating of the heat transmission elements possibly developing smoke gases into contact with the materials used in the reactor steps (allotherm warm introduction); and providing oxygen into the fluidized bed reactor, where the heat release in the reactor is made possible by partial oxidation of the used materials .    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a fluidized bed reactor:    Hybrid reactor (C1)    Heat transmission element (W1)    First cyclone (F1)    Solid cyclone (F2)    Quench cooler (W2)
NOVELTY - Biological material, e.g. straw and stalks of crops, logging residue, timber processing residue, human and animal excrement, and urine and urban domestic refuse, etc. are subjected to normal temperature drying, pulverizing, sieving, separating, stirring by adding water and use of a cold-press forming machine for compression to obtain high-density granules whose diameter is 8-10 mm and length is 10-12 mm, so that a biological material fuel for power generation can be obtained.    USE - Used for the production of a biological material for power generation.
NOVELTY - The integrated hydrogen producing and storing process includes electrolyzing water electrochemically to produce hydrogen, and loading hydrogen onto organic matter electrochemically. By means of ion exchange membrane electrode technology, water electrolyzing process is coupled with organic matter hydrogenating process, and while electrolyzing water in the anode, proton produced in electrolyzing water and unsaturated organic matter produce electrochemical hydrogenation reaction to realize hydrogen storage. The present invention simplifies the operation, raises current efficiency and lowers hydrogen storing cost greatly while opening one way for hydrogen storage.
NOVELTY - The invention provided a superfine mud and its producing method. The mud content: (a) 30-80 weight parts of hydrous mud; (b) 0.001-50 weight parts of coal powder; (c) 10-70 weight parts of fuel oil. The average diameter of the solid is little than 20um. The fuel is a low cost and clean fuel.
NOVELTY - Method for preparing a fertilizer composition comprising processing of molasses or condensed molasses solubles (CMS). The method includes the steps of treating CMS with Archaeobacteria to form a composition containing a solution component and slurry component, and separating the solution component from the slurry component.    USE - The composition is useful as fertilizer. The solution component may be used in irrigation systems or converted into balanced fertilizer solutions suitable for use in irrigation systems. The slurry component may be used directly in broadcast spraying or band placing applications, or converted to a balanced fertilizer suspension.
NOVELTY - Recycling a noble gas exhaust (I) from a process tool in an effluent stream containing the noble gas (A) and a halogen-containing component (B) comprises removing the halogen containing component from the stream by exposing the effluent stream to a heated material, subsequently removing hydrogen from the stream, and returning at least part of the noble gas to the process tool.    USE - The invention deals with recycling the noble gas exhaust from a process tool in an effluent stream containing the noble gas and a halogen-containing component (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process is cost effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:asteriskasteriskLISTNasteriskasteriska method of purifying a fluid stream containing a noble gas and a compound containing hydrogen and a halogen comprising bringing the stream into contact with a heated metal selected to react with the compound to form at least a metal halide and hydrogen, bringing the stream into contact with a heated material selected to convert the hydrogen to water, and subsequently drying the stream; #a method of purifying (A) containing (B) comprising removing (B) from the stream by exposing the effluent stream to a heated material, and subsequently removing hydrogen from the stream; #apparatus for recycling (I); and #apparatus for purifying (A) containing (B) comprising exposing the effluent stream to a heated material for removing the halogen-containing component from the stream and means for subsequently removing hydrogen from the stream.asteriskasterisk/LISTNasteriskasterisk
NOVELTY - Regeneration of calcium oxide, used in production of hydrogen gas, includes streaming solid reactant into an inlet port of a contactor vessel, streaming purge oxidant into an oxidant port of contactor vessel to reduce partial pressure of a gas released from the solid reactant, venting the gas from a gas port of contactor vessel, and removing the solid reactant from a discharge port of contactor vessel.    USE - For regenerating calcium oxide used in the production of hydrogen gas.    ADVANTAGE - The method reduces the temperature required for inducing chemical reaction, e.g. for calcining calcium compound in a reaction cooperator, prolonging the service life of calcium compound and minimizing the amount of fuel required to maintain the temperature of chemical reaction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a calcium oxide regeneration apparatus comprising a contactor vessel, an inlet port coupled to the contactor vessel for streaming a solid reactant into the contactor vessel, an oxidant port coupled to the contactor vessel for streaming a purge oxidant into the contactor vessel to reduce a partial pressure of a gas released from the solid reactant, a gas port coupled to the contactor vessel for venting the gas from the contactor vessel, and a discharge port coupled to the contactor vessel for removing the solid reactant from the contactor vessel.
NOVELTY - Oxidizing hydrogen and carbon containing molecules of pollutant substances involves adding air containing ozone and water vapor to ultraviolet radiation to form hydroxyl radicals in the air for oxidation of pollutant molecules; and contacting the pollutant substance with the hydroxyl radical containing air to oxidize the pollutant molecules to carbon dioxide and water.    USE - For oxidizing hydrogen and carbon containing molecules of pollutant substances on the surface of particles of foundry sand and in water containing air exhausted from manufacturing operation (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is operable close to ambient temperature, and provides more effective use of ozone in destructive oxidation of hydrogen and carbon containing industrial contaminants.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method further involves continually discharging air stream from flow passage outlet; analyzing the discharge air stream to obtain measure of any residual quantities of ozone and pollutant substances; and using measured quantities of ozone and pollutant substances in control of addition of ozone and the quantity of UV radiation.
NOVELTY - A fuel reformer comprises first heat exchanger in fluid communication and downstream of reforming reaction zone; and second heat exchanger in fluid communication and downstream of water gas shift reaction zone. A surface of the heat exchangers is coated with catalyst from combustion catalyst, preferential oxidation catalyst or desulfurization catalyst.    USE - For making fuel for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The use of heat exchanger coated with a combustion catalyst reduces the startup time of a reformer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel reformer comprises reforming reaction zone; first heat exchanger in fluid communication and downstream of the reforming reaction zone; first water gas shift reaction zone in fluid communication and downstream of the first heat exchanger; and second heat exchanger in fluid communication and downstream of the first water gas shift reaction zone. A surface of the first and second heat exchangers is coated with a catalyst from a combustion catalyst, a preferential oxidation catalyst or desulfurization catalyst. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for reducing the startup time of a reformer comprising reacting a reformate generated from a reforming reaction with a first air stream to generate heat, where the reformate and the first air stream flow outside a first heat exchanger having an outer surface coated with a first combustion catalyst or a first preferential oxidation catalyst, which facilitates the reaction between the reformate and the first air stream.
NOVELTY - Removing water-soluble contaminants from a stream of inlet oxidant to a hydrogen generator involves passing the stream of inlet oxidant through a scrubber which is an accumulating/degasifying apparatus and contacting a stream of water flowing through the scrubber for dissolving the contaminants and removing the dissolved contaminants to cleanse the stream of oxidant; and subsequently passing the cleansed stream to the hydrogen generator.    USE - For removing water-soluble contaminants such as sulfur and its compounds from a stream of inlet oxidant to a hydrogen generator (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides hydrogen rich stream with minimal inclusion of detrimental such as sulfur to the fuel cell power plant; and can be applicable to other similar catalytic processes that provide hydrogen. Addition of coolant (e.g. water) to the oxidant facilitates formation of sulfate aerosols in the oxidant stream. Inclusion of scavenger aids such as iron oxide and/or calcium oxide forms salt of sulfate and sulfite thus prevent back diffusion of sulfur dioxide into the gas phase. Inclusion of aqueous-based catalytic agents such as iron oxide and/or hydrogen peroxide in the coolant, and the gas phase catalyst e.g. ozone increase oxidation rate of sulfur dioxide in the accumulating apparatus to form highly soluble sulfate ions i.e. sulfuric acid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen generator is for a fuel cell assembly in a fuel cell power plant. The fuel cell power plant includes a coolant loop having a coolant flowing through the accumulating/degasifying apparatus.
NOVELTY - A landfarming simulation testing apparatus for simulating environmental conditions to study the effect of the conditions on a specimen, comprises a chamber having specimen container(s); a heat source for providing heat in the chamber; and an air source for providing air in the chamber such that degradation of the oily sludge hydrocarbons is initiated. The specimen container contains a soil specimen having oily sludge hydrocarbons.    USE - The inventive landfarming simulation testing apparatus is used for simulating environmental conditions to study the effect of the conditions (such as temperature, wind, humidity, sunrays, and/or acid rain) on a specimen in a landfarming system. It is used in the field of oily sludge waste management.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive landfarming simulation testing apparatus can simulate real environmental conditions in a laboratory setting which allows researchers to study the effect of various physical and biological factors on the overall diminution of oily sludge hydrocarbons in a landfarming system and is efficient and cost effective.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of a landfarming simulation testing apparatus of the invention.    Air dampers (16)    Control valve (18)    Pressure regulator (20)    Solenoid valve (22)    Timer (30)    Temperature controller (34)    Temperature indicator (36)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has an ion exchange membrane interposed between the senor anode and sensor cathode. An ammeter measures the current that occurs from the electrolysis of fuel due to potential difference between the sensor anode and sensor cathode.    USE - For automobile and portable device.    ADVANTAGE - The concentration of fuel fed to fuel cell stack is estimated accurately, while suppressing external factors to minimum. Since the fuel is supplied in accordance with obtained current value, the fuel cell is maintained in appropriate state of generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen plant comprises a fuel reforming plant to receive and process hydrocarbon feedstock and to discharge wet reformate including a hydrogen-containing gas stream; a condenser to cool the wet reformate; a supplemental cooling system to cool the wet reformate; a water separator to receive the cooled wet reformate, remove water from the wet reformate and discharge dry reformate and a hydrogen purifier.    USE - For producing pure hydrogen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - A volume of dessicant used in pressure swing adsorption apparatus is minimized. The plant can be operated in conditions of high ambient temperatures without the high penalty in energy consumption and operational complexity. The plant requires less water and less maintenance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The supplemental cooling system includes a first heat exchange portion to absorb heat from the wet reformate using a supplemental cooling fluid and a second heat exchange portion to release heat from the supplemental cooling fluid to subterranean environment.
NOVELTY - Swing adsorption process for separating a pressurized feed supply gas containing at least one more strongly adsorbable component and at least one less strongly adsorbable product gas component in a three bed system involves continuous feeding of supply gas in sequentially co-current direction through each adsorber bed in twelve or nine step cycle. Each cycle has a continuous feed step, pressure equalization step, purging and pressurization step.    USE - For purifying impure supply gas stream containing a desirable pure gas e.g. for producing pure hydrogen, helium, natural gas, carbon dioxide, and co-produced hydrogen and carbon monoxide (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The pressure swing adsorption (PSA) system can operate with continuous supply gas at lower adsorption pressure, lower bed size factor and lower capital cost relative to prior art PSA processes. The PSA process utilizes a continuous supply gas feed without the use of storage tanks and utilizes a product pressurization step before high-pressure equalization step. The three bed PSA cycle has lower bed size factor than prior art PSA processes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The product pressurization step occurs before the high-pressure equalization step.
NOVELTY - A manufacturing method of a gasoline substitute fuel comprises mixing methanol or ethanol, isobutyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, xylene, hydrotreated light naphtha, petroleum ether, C9+, MTBE, etc. to produce fuel for internal combustion engine of automobile, which can be directly used in conventional internal-combustion engine automobile without any modification and can be mixed with gasoline for use. The content of harmful components in the tail exhaust such as CO, HC and NOx, which cause air pollution, can be reduced in comparison with the use of gasoline. It is a fuel of low air pollution for the preservation of global environment as harm of damage in the ozone layer and global warming due to smoke of cars can also be reduced.
NOVELTY - This invention relates to an electrolytic plate of an electrolysis gas production device, which uses a protection plate to encapsulate the periphery of the electrode plate, in which the protection plate can be used to clamp an upper and a lower separation plates to form a first and a second holding spaces between the electrode plate and the upper and lower separation plates, in which there are corresponding gas paths and flow paths installed between the first and second holding spaces. By using this design, when the electrolytic plate is used in an electrolysis device, hydrogen and oxygen generated by electrolysis can be stored individually in the first and second holding spaces without mixing and the hydrogen and the oxygen can flow into different gas path spaces and flow out to provide excellent safety. Moreover, the electrolytic plate design of the present invention, water in the electrolysis tank of the electrolysis device can be continuously circulated so that hot gas generated from water hydrolysis can be fully transpired to provide good heat dissipation effect.
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a control circuit of an electrolysis gas production device, which comprises a transformer and a cyclic unit. The cyclic unit is connected between the transformer and the electrolytic electrode plate and comprises a capacitor and a diode. The output voltage of the transformer is increase by the discharge time of the capacitor. Therefore, a high voltage power is applied to the electrolytic electrode plate to dissociate water into hydrogen and oxygen. During the discharge time of the capacitor, a mixture gas of hydrogen/oxygen and gas state water is generated in a specific electrolytic electrode plate to thus reduce the high risk in generating pure hydrogen or pure oxygen.
NOVELTY - The organic material is dried to remove 80-90% of moisture content. The material is then placed in an embedded copper or tungsten ring in a chamber. The chamber is subsequently exposed to microwaves to induce plasma discharge within the air gap in the ring to cause a chain reaction to convert the dried organic material into usable form of energy.    USE - For converting organic material into usable form of energy such as thermal, electrical, high pressure, plasma, ionized air, gas or fusion energy, by microwaves.
NOVELTY - Methane gas hydrate is maintained in decomposition region by supplying air to methane hydrate in stable phase-equilibrium state. Decomposition reaction of hydrate is carried out under low temperature and high pressure and methane gas hydrate is removed and recovered.    USE - For decomposing methane gas hydrate and recovering methane gas.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables economical decomposition of methane gas hydrate and prevention of global environmental problem, by using simple decomposition installation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for decomposition of methane gas hydrate, which has unit for supplying air of necessary amount into portion in which the methane gas hydrate is stored and installed on the platform, and recovering unit for recovering generated methane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the phase equilibrium of methane gas hydrate. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Metallic iron (4) is immersed in electrolyte aqueous solution (1) contained in a container (3) with gas (2) containing oxygen gas. Hydrogen gas is generated, by dissolving iron ion from metallic iron and precipitated as a corrosion product (5). Subsequently, hydrogen gas is removed using a gas separator (6) and through connected gas recovery opening (7), to obtain hydrogen gas.    USE - For manufacture of hydrogen gas used as fuel for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas manufacturing method is performed conveniently and inexpensively using apparatus, without supplying electrical energy, hydrocarbon gas and fossil fuel from exterior.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen gas manufacturing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of hydrogen gas manufacturing apparatus.    electrolyte aqueous solution (1)    gas containing oxygen (2)    container (3)    metallic iron (4)    corrosion product (5)    gas separator (6)    connected gas recovery opening (7)
NOVELTY - Aluminum microparticles obtained by grinding aluminum or aluminum alloy material, are heated from room temperature to predetermined temperature, and then cooled, repeatedly at a rate at which microcracks and/or nano cracks are generated in the crystal. The aluminum microparticles and water molecule are reacted at room temperature to generate hydrogen.    USE - For generating hydrogen gas supplied to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen gas is generated in large quantities at room temperature in a short period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a graph showing the relationship between temperature and time of activation processing of aluminum microparticle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Metal (I) and metal (II) differing in ionization tendency are mixed. The hydrogen generation material (1) of metals (I and II) is immersed in reaction water and reacted in an airtight container (2). The corrosion effect of redox reaction by local-battery formation which is used to prevent corrosion effect of metal (II) and moves an electron from metal (I) to metal (II), to generate hydrogen.    USE - For generating hydrogen used as fuel for hydrogen fuel engine, fuel cell and electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient and quick generation of hydrogen without using aqueous acid, and using compact apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Metal (I) with ionization tendency higher than hydrogen and metal (II) of high electrode potential and ionization tendency lesser than metal (I) are mixed in state of excess amount of metal (II). The hydrogen generation material of bonded-metal state obtained by integrating metals (I and II) in a state at which metals (I and II) are not completely dissolved, is immersed in reaction water and reacted in an airtight container equipped with gas extraction opening (26). The corrosion of metal (II) is prevented. The corrosion effect of redox reaction by local-battery formation is used to prevent corrosion effect of metal (II) and move an electron from metal (I) to metal (II), to generate hydrogen gas from metal (I). An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen generation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of the hydrogen generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen generation material (1)    airtight container (2)    flange portion (21a)    bottom container (22)    bolt (23)    hydrogen-gas extraction opening (26)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a perforated panel arranged between a mixing chamber and combustion catalyst layer. A controller controlling the supplementary-fuel amount regulator (23) and fuel cell output current regulator (25), maintains the temperature of perforated panel of mixing chamber side below to a fixed temperature.    USE - For polymer electrolyte fuel cell electric power generation system used in home.    ADVANTAGE - Start of partial-oxidation reaction in mixing chamber, is suppressed hence abnormal temperature rise of mixing chamber is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell (7)    controller (11)    combustor (15)    fuel amount regulator (23)    current regulator (25)
NOVELTY - The method involves supporting silver by ion exchange method using a solution of pH 4-9 containing a silver ammine complex ion.    USE - For catalyst, and adsorption agent used for removing sulfur-compound in hydrocarbon fuel or dimethyl-ether fuel used in manufacture of hydrogen (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Manufacture of hydrogen is performed efficiently using the adsorption agent. Sulfur of low concentration is removed efficiently from hydrocarbon fuel or dimethyl-ether fuel, even at room temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) adsorption agent containing the above silver-ion exchange zeolite;    (2) catalyst containing the above silver-ion exchange zeolite;    (3) manufacturing method of hydrogen. Desulfurization processing of sulfur compound in a hydrocarbon fuel or dimethyl ether fuel is performed using the above adsorption agent. The obtained desulfurized fuel is contacted with a partial-oxidation modification catalyst, autothermal modification catalyst or water-vapor modification catalyst, to obtain hydrogen; and    (4) fuel cell system (2) obtained using hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline flowchart of the fuel cell system.    vaporizer (1)    fuel cell system (2)    hydrogen-production unit (20)    fuel tank (21)    desulfurizer (23)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen separation apparatus has container (5) to which mixed gas containing hydrogen is fed, support base plate (2), hydrogen separating column (3) having hydrogen separation membrane (1), and porous support (4). Membrane is obtained by film formation of composition containing palladium, unitary element of 1b, 8a and 4a group elements of periodic table. Hydrogen is separated, when alloy film is formed at 573-873K.    USE - For separating hydrogen from hydrogen mixed gas.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen separation apparatus efficiently separates high purity hydrogen from high temperature hydrogen mixed gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen separation apparatus has container (5) into which mixed gas containing hydrogen is introduced, support base plate (2) provided at inside of container, hydrogen separating column (3) having hydrogen separation membrane, and porous support (4). The membrane is obtained by film formation of 4-component-type hydrogen separation composition.    The alloy film contains element content (30-55 wt.%), which used palladium as base for membrane, a Group 1B element (40-80 wt.%), a Group 8a element (0.1-10 wt.%) other than palladium, and a Group 4a element (0.01-2 wt.%). Hydrogen of high purity is efficiently separated from the hydrogen mixed gas for a long period of time, when alloy film is formed using the composition at 573-873K.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the hydrogen separation apparatus.    alloy film (1)    support pipe (2)    hydrogen separating column (3)    porous support (4)    container (5)
NOVELTY - The catalyst is obtained by supporting iron on the surface of a support containing silica as main-component, through a coating of nonferrous-metal oxide.    USE - For direct dissociation of lower hydrocarbons such as methane, ethylene and ethane. For carbon adhesion foam glass material used as electromagnetic wave absorber, microwave absorption heat generating material, road-finishing material, asphalt mixing material and water-treatment material.    ADVANTAGE - Usage of the catalyst is environmentally safe. Manufacture of the catalyst is performed efficiently and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for carbon adhesion foam glass material. The carbon adhesion foam glass material is obtained by contacting a lower hydrocarbon gas to a foam glass material whose surface is supported by iron through a coating of non-ferrous-metal oxide, under decomposition temperature, and forming carbon on the surface of foam glass material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the graph showing the activity of catalyst for lower hydrocarbon direct dissociation.
NOVELTY - A modification catalyst contains an active metal component supported in a support containing cerium.    USE - For modifying oxygen containing hydrocarbon such as methanol, ethanol, dimethyl ether and methyl ethyl ether to produce hydrogen used for fuel cell system (all claimed). The fuel cell system is used for generating electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The modification catalyst has high activity and effectively produces hydrogen from oxygen containing hydrocarbon, therefore the efficiency of fuel cell system is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) modification of oxygen containing hydrocarbon using modification catalyst; and    (2) fuel cell system, which has a modifier (31) equipped with modification catalyst, and fuel cell (34) which uses the hydrogen produced by the modifier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows outline of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    vaporizer (1)    water supply pipe (11)    modifier (31)    fuel cell (34)    air blower (35)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus has water supplying unit (4), raw material supply unit (3), modifier (6) for producing hydrogen-rich gas, control apparatus (12) and hydrogen concentration measurement unit (20). Unit (20) measures hydrogen concentration changing according to water flow amount. Apparatus (12) determines deviation on measured value between recognition value of water flow amount and actual value of water flow amount.    USE - For fuel cell electric power generation system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus stably enables generation of hydrogen for long period of time. The hydrogen production apparatus reduces the deviation of recognition value of water flow amount and actual value of water flow amount.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen production apparatus has a unit (4) for supplying water, a unit (3) for supplying raw material, a modifier (6) for producing hydrogen-rich gas from water and raw material, a control apparatus (12) for controlling water flow amount from water supply unit to modifier, and a hydrogen concentration measurement unit (20). The unit (20) measures hydrogen concentration changing according to water flow amount. The control apparatus determines deviation on measured value of hydrogen concentration between recognition value of water flow amount and actual value of water flow amount. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of outline structure of hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    desulfurizer (1)    raw material supply unit (2)    water supply unit (4)    modifier (6)    control apparatus (12)    hydrogen concentration measuring unit (20)
NOVELTY - The space containing a carbon dioxide generation source is equipped with a plant containing recombinant gene that increases the carbon dioxide fixing capability. When the measured value of the carbon dioxide in the enclosed space is above a default value, the air inside the enclosed space is circulated within the plant until the carbon dioxide level is reduced below the default value.    USE - The process controls the concentration of environmental carbon dioxide.    ADVANTAGE - Increases in carbon dioxide levels in enclosed environments is suppressed, thus reducing the ventilation rate required for enclosed spaces and achieving energy savings.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a ventilation control system.
NOVELTY - The apparatus which is made of metal with small electrical resistance, comprises permanent magnets or electromagnets which are rotated by a blade type stirring arrangement.    USE - Oxygen/hydrogen production apparatus installed in e.g. fish tank, water tank.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of dissolved oxygen is increased and bactericidal effect is enhanced. Generation of scales on tank is prevented.
NOVELTY - Treatment of an effluent of hydrocarbon conversion reaction (comprising a hydrocarbonated liquid phase and a gaseous phase rich in hydrogen) comprises: separating the charge in a liquid L1 and a gas G1 under a pressure; compressing G1a to obtain a gaseous flow G1b which is initially contacted with an absorbing liquid to recuperate a liquid L2 and a gas G2 rich in hydrogen; and fractionating L2.    USE - The method of reforming hydrocarbon is useful for the production of a stabilized reformate L4a, flow of LPG L4b and gas G2 (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method: is simple and cost effective; and produces highly pure hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Treatment of an effluent of hydrocarbon conversion reaction (comprising a hydrocarbonated liquid phase and a gaseous phase rich in hydrogen) comprises: separating the charge in a liquid (L1) and a gas (G1), under a pressure (P1); compressing G1a (which is a part of G1) under a pressure (P2 is greater than 2 x P1), to obtain a gaseous flow G1b which is contacted with a part of L1 at a temperature lower or equal to 20degreesC, optionally after a partial condensation or initial contact with an absorbing liquid to recuperate a liquid (L2) and a gas (G2) rich in hydrogen; and fractionating L2 to obtain a stabilized liquid L4a (free of liquid petroleum gas (LPG) and lighter products) and a liquid flow L4b (comprising mainly LPG and a fuel gas low in hydrogen) and recuperating a light liquid flow LL (comprising mainly LPG) by fractionating G1b and/or from L4b, which after expansion and partial re-vaporization, is mixed with the gas G1a to increase its molecular weight before its final compression up to pressure P2.
NOVELTY - The procedure for making a combustible gas from an organic material in water inside a gasification reactor (1) consists of employing a thermal plasma immersed in the water for an adequate period of time to produce the gas. The organic material can be, according to its nature, in the form of a solution, emulsion or suspension, and the gas produced can be carbon monoxide, hydrogen or a light hydrocarbon such as methane or acetylene, and the plasma is a partially ionised electrically conducting gas heated to a temperature of 3000 - 14000 degrees C. Since the walls (5, 7, 9) of the reactor chamber (3) are kept cool it can be made from a metal such as stainless steel or a polymer such as a plastic or resin-based material. The plasma arc can be transferred between two or more immersed electrodes, and it can be produced by induction or a blown plasma arc torch (11).    USE - Production of combustible gas from organic materials such as sludge from water treatment, agricultural waste, waste oils, cellulosebased materials, plastics or chemicals.    ADVANTAGE - The use of the plasma avoids the production of undesirable by-products such as tars and the reformation of toxic products such as dioxins.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vertical section of the gasification reactor.    Gasification reactor (1)    Reactor chamber (3)    Chamber walls (5, 7, 9)    Blown plasma arc torch (11)    Combustible gas extraction duct (21)
NOVELTY - A laboratory bioreactor discharges gas via a tube (11) to a measuring instrument (2) with a defined measuring volume (V(REF) in a housing (11). The housing has a valve (12) controlled inlet (5) and valve (14) controlled outlet (14) with an atmospheric pressure (P(a) sensor (8). The bioreactor is gas-sealed such that all gas generated is registered by the measuring instrument (2).    USE - Laboratory biogas measuring instrument and process.    ADVANTAGE - The biogas reactor is suitable for long-term observations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The biogas reactor also incorporates a mixer (10), a cooling element associated with the gas tube (11), a measuring, control and evaluation unit. The cooling unit minimises water vapour concentration within the gas tube by condensation such that the volume of gas measured ((V) is reduced to standard atmospheric conditions. Also claimed is a process to measure the volume of biogas generated corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a sketch of a bioreactor linked to a gas measuring instrument.    Gas volume measuring unit (2)    gas inlet (5)    pressure sensor (8)    bioreactor (9)    mixer (10)    gas tube (11)    gas inlet valve (12)    gas outlet valve (14)
NOVELTY - A ginger phenoloxime, its synthesis and use are disclosed. It is carried out by taking fresh ginger or ginger semi-finished product as material, obtaining crude ginger phenol or oximate reacting by pure ginger phenol, separating and purifying to obtain crystallized ginger phenoloxime and measuring antioxidant, antiviral, anti-tumour and insect biological activity. It can be used for medicine, food additive and green pesticide.
NOVELTY - Pythium guiyangense Su has colony in mixed rediatiform and rose form; great amount of fine aerial hypha; spherical, olivary or pear-like acrogenous sporanges and vesicles formed on the top of the mastoid. Each sporange can generate 8-24 or more swarm spores with double flagella and kidney-like shape and the sporanges may have prolification and generate germinal tube. The oospore is spherical, smooth, plerotic or almost plerotic and one oogonium may have two oospores generated optionally with asynchronous growth. The Pythium fungus has wide applicable natural environment, is easy to culture and maintain, has high mosquito killing effect, no environmental pollution and no influence on ecological environment.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen permeable membrane (M1) comprises a metal base layer (L1) containing vanadium (V); a metal coating layer (L2) containing palladium (Pd); and an intermediate layer (L3) between (L1) and (L2). (L3) Is made of metal having a higher melting point than (L1) and (L2) and possess hydrogen permeability.    USE - In fuel cell and hydrogen extracting apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The membrane has excellent hydrogen permeability. The membrane prevents diffusion of metals between the layers and thus avoiding the performance of the membrane from deteriorating as a result of metal diffusion. As the intermediate layer is made of an alloy, its is possible to suppress hydrogen swell in the layer, restrain the hydrogen permeation performance in the membrane from deteriorating, and enhance durability of the membrane.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a fuel cell comprising an electrolyte membrane comprising (M1) formed on one face of an electrolyte layer possessing proton conductivity; an oxidative gas supply portion supplying an oxidative gas containing oxygen (O2) to one face of the electrolyte membrane; and a fuel gas supply portion that supplies a fuel gas containing hydrogen (H2) to the other face of the electrolyte membrane;    (2) a H2 extracting apparatus for extracting H2 from gas, comprising (M1), a H2 containing gas flow passage, which is formed on a first face of (M1) and through which the gas is permeable; and an extracted H2 flow passage, which is formed on a second face of (M1) and through which H2 that has permeated through the (M1) and been extracted from the gas; and    (3) manufacture of (M1) involving preparing (L1), forming (L3) on it, and forming (L2) on (L3).
NOVELTY - A recombinant cDNA encodes cellulase, cellulose binding domain and chloroplast-targeting peptide.    USE - For the production of a transgenic plant e.g. tobacco or dicotyledons expressing cellulose for autohydrolysis of cellulose useful for producing soluble sugar (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The transgenic plant enhances soluble sugar production from cell wall materials of plant cells without the need of additional steps or an external sources of enzymes. Thus it is highly cost-effective system for production of soluble sugars, minimizing the enzyme production process, compared with conventional methods.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) RbcS(tp):Cel5:CBM6 (D1) which is the cDNA (where RbcS(tp) is N-terminal transit peptide alfalfa rubisco small subunit);    (2) a plant expression vector pHB-Cel5:CBM6 harboring (D1);    (3) Agrobacterium tumefaciens LBA-4404 transfected with the plant vector;    (4) production of a transgenic plant expressing cellulose involving constructing the plant expression vector; transfecting Agrobacterium with the expression vector; inducing callus by introducing the transfected Agrobacterium; and inducing plant growth by culturing the callus; and    (5) production of soluble sugar involving obtaining homogenate from leaves or stem of the transgenic plant; inducing the homogenate to induce autohydrolysis of cellulose; and separating and purifying autohydrolyzed soluble sugar.
NOVELTY - Oxygen-containing gas is supplied to inside of reaction container (10), which accommodated metals chosen from iron, indium, tin, magnesium, and cerium, or its oxide in fixed bed fashion. The temperature in the reaction container is raised by oxidation of metal or its oxide. Water is supplied to reaction container. Hydrogen is then produced by oxidation of metal or its oxide.    USE - For producing hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell, hydrogen burner and analytical instrument.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen is economically and steadily obtained with high productivity, by increasing the reaction rate of iron or its oxide with water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the apparatus used for manufacturing hydrogen.    reaction container (10)    connecting inlet (11)    discharge portion (12)    inlet tube (21)    discharge pipe (22)
NOVELTY - The assembly (1) for the production of gas with a methane content, especially from organic substrates, has at least one reactor (2) with a gas supply to deliver carbon monoxide and hydrogen especially from wood using a pyrolyzer (3) upstream of the reactor to gasify the wood fuel, linked to the reactor by a gas channel (21). The pyrolyzer has an air feed for oxygen, and a biogas feed (20) through a compressor (17).    USE - The assembly is for the production of gas with a methane content, especially from organic substrates e.g. liquid manure.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly gives an increased methane content in the biogas formed by the organic substrates and other substances which cannot be recycled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the biogas production assembly.    Biogas assembly (1)    Reactor (2)    Pyrolyzer (3)    Compressor (17)    Biogas feed channel (20)    Wood gas channel (21)
NOVELTY - A refrigeration process involves heating mixed refrigerant stream at relatively low pressure by indirect heat exchange with a process stream to cool and, optionally when process steam is a vapor, partially liquefying the stream; flashing the cooled process stream to a lower pressure; and cooling and condensing the mixed refrigerant stream at high pressure by indirect heat exchange with the flashed first process stream.    USE - For the recovery of light olefins from a mixed gas stream e.g. the recovery of ethylene from a gaseous hydrocarbon stream.    ADVANTAGE - The process is an improvement over prior art processes in that it reduces the energy required for operation of the mixed refrigeration system. It recognizes the beneficial synergy between the required heating and cooling duties of a mixed refrigerant system and the heating duty required in vaporizing a liquid stream. Furthermore the process utilizes the heating duty of the mixed refrigeration system in a more desirable way than prior art processes. Subcooling the liquid before vaporization makes more of its latent heat of vaporization available at a lower temperature for mixed refrigerant condensation, and this subcooling is itself useful in the mixed refrigerant system. Moreover it has been found that this process is beneficial when the refrigeration system utilizes a mixed refrigerant and the liquid stream is not a single component--it boils over a relatively large temperature range.
NOVELTY - The system has snaking conduit including a U-turn portions to transform liquid fuel into gas that causes for heat absorption. A cooling system uses the heat absorption for cooling purposes. A fuel delivery system is adapted to deliver the gas for consumption in a power generating device. A heat-transfer device (256) absorbs heat into the conduit from a heat-transfer medium, where the medium is useable for cooling purposes.    USE - For providing electricity and air conditioning to telecommunication facility e.g. phone line support.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the system provides reliable electrical power that is not primarily dependent on a commercial electrical utility and that does not employ an array of batteries. The system is more cost efficient and requires less space and employs redundant sources of power, and thus is uninterruptible. The design of the system facilitates to provide efficient and effective air cooling when backup power is required and provides cooled air for the remote telecommunications facility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of cooling using a fuel system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the hydrogen fuel management/air conditioning/energy generation system.    Heat transfer device (256)    Air out-take vents (270)    Air intake vents (272)    Heating coils (274)    Fans (276)
NOVELTY - Invention relates to improved process of producing methanol from purge gas produced in basic methanol or ammonia synthesis.    USE - Industrial organic synthesis.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced methanol production cost.4 cl, 5 dwg, 1 tbl, 4 ex    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Process comprises dispensing compressed carbon dioxide into basic synthesis purge gas, heating resultant gas mixture to starting synthesis temperature, passing thus heated gas through methanol synthesis catalyst, cooling reacted gas, recovering condensed crude methanol, and separating non-condensed gas stream into return stream and purge stream, the former being designed for mixing with basic synthesis purge gas stream and passed to one or two circulation jet compressors. Circulation is effected by energy provide either by (i) pressure of basic synthesis purge gas, which is supplied to jet compressor and further dispensed into compressed carbon dioxide stream, or by (ii) pressure of compressed carbon dioxide, which is dispensed into jet compressor and then introduced into basic synthesis purge gas stream, or by (iii) pressure of basic synthesis purge gas and pressure of indicated compressed carbon dioxide, both being supplied to one or two jet compressors. Ammonia or methanol production purge gas is successfully used for production of methanol without utilizing additional hydrogen-containing streams.
NOVELTY - The low pollution composition fuel contains light oil as main component, isopropyl alcohol, n-propyl alcohol, isobutyl alcohol and secondary butyl alcohol.    USE - For diesel internal combustion engines.    ADVANTAGE - The low pollution composition fuel is inexpensive. Decomposition of non-flammable impurities such as carbon adhering to engine is enabled.
NOVELTY - A vertical carbonization furnace (5) is surrounded with several air inlet tubes (6). A magnetic field generator (8) applies magnetic field to the air inside the air inlet tube. The air inlet tubes are equally spaced and are held at inclined position to the furnace.    USE - Carbonization apparatus for domestic and factory waste materials.    ADVANTAGE - Promotes carbonization of waste material with simple structure and enables to obtain carbonized material easily. Reduces insulation area.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a vertical section view of the carbonization apparatus.    carbonization furnace (5)    heat insulation layer (5a)    air inlet tube (6)    carbonization gas discharge pipe (7)    magnetic field generator (8)
NOVELTY - Metal ion exchange of Y-type zeolite is carried out with 0.5-5 wt.% of sodium content, and the metal is carried on the zeolite.    USE - For sulfur adsorption agent in hydrocarbon fuel or dimethyl ether fuel for use in the manufacture of hydrogen for fuel cell system (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The metal ion exchange Y-type zeolite is effectively used as sulfur adsorption agent. The adsorption agent efficiently removes sulfur compounds in fuel at room temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) adsorption agent containing above metal ion exchange Y-type zeolite for removing sulfur compound in hydrocarbon fuel or dimethyl ether fuel;    (2) manufacture of hydrogen which involves carrying out desulfurization of sulfur compound in hydrocarbon fuel or dimethyl ether fuel using above adsorption agent, contacting desulfurized fuel with a partial oxidation modification catalyst, autothermal modification catalyst or steam modification catalyst; and    (3) fuel cell system formed using hydrogen manufactured by above method.
NOVELTY - The fuel reformer (10) has a modification catalyst to modify air-fuel mixture, an air-fuel supply unit to supply air-fuel mixture with respect to partial modification catalyst, and another air-fuel supply unit to supply air-fuel mixture with respect to remaining modification catalyst. The fuel reformer modifies air-fuel mixture and produces reformed fuel.    USE - As fuel reformer.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reformer warms up modification catalyst favorably, and reliably suppresses emission of unmodified fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel modification method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the fuel reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel reformer (10)    modification fuel feeding pipe (13)    air-fuel mixture supply unit (14)    fuel injection valve (15)    modification reaction portion (17)
NOVELTY - A carbon-type material which occludes and releases hydrogen is prepared. The carbon-type material is arranged in hydrogen or atmosphere containing hydrogen. An elastic wave and/or electromagnetic wave having frequency of GHz or MHz band is provided to the surface of the carbon-type material to form a hydrogen storage material.    USE - For hydrogen storage device used in electric power generation system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method forms hydrogen storage material having high industrial utility, inexpensively. Hydrogen desorption from hydrogen storage material is carried out easily,    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) hydrogen storage material;    (2) hydrogen desorption method;    (3) hydrogen storage device; and    (4) electric power generation system.
NOVELTY - The magnesium type hydrogen storage material is obtained by performing mechanical grinding processing of magnesium type material of average particle diameter 100-300 nm and nickel containing material of average particle diameter 10-100 nm. The particle of the nickel containing material is complexed by the particle of magnesium type-material and base material by high dispersion state in hydrogen.    USE - For hydrogen fuel engine and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Occlusion and discharge of hydrogen are performed efficiently and quickly at low temperature. Hydrogen storage capacity of the magnesium type hydrogen storage material is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The magnesium type hydrogen storage material is obtained by performing mechanical grinding processing of magnesium type raw material consisting of magnesium type hydride and nickel containing material which improves hydrogen storage discharge characteristic. The particle of the nickel containing material is complexed by the particle of magnesium type-material and base material by high dispersion state in hydrogen. The average particle diameter of the particle of magnesium type-material is 100-300 nm, and the average particle diameter of particle of nickel containing material is 10-100 nm.
NOVELTY - The water-gas shift reaction catalyst contains metal microparticles chosen from gold, silver, palladium, platinum, rhodium, copper, nickel, cobalt, tin, titanium, indium, aluminum, tantalum, antimony and rubidium, supported on complex oxide support. The support contains crystalline oxide (O) of element(s) chosen from 4A group of periodic table and amorphous oxide of lanthanoids and yttrium. The amount of oxide (O) in the support is 5-25 wt.%.    USE - For removing carbon monoxide contained in hydrogen gas for fuel cell for motor vehicles and equipment for home and office. Also used as oxidation catalyst, deodorizer and absorption material.    ADVANTAGE - The water-gas shift reaction catalyst has high catalyst activity over long period of time and excellent thermal stability due to the specific support used. Aggregation of metal microparticles in the support is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the water-gas shift reaction catalyst.
NOVELTY - Anaerobic digestion processing of organic waste is carried out in the presence of an iron-type zeolite using an anaerobic microbe having methane-fermentation effect.    USE - For digestive processing of organic waste, such as organic sludge, human waste, organic wastewater and foodstuff waste material ejected from wastewater treatment plant, sewage work, foodstuff factory, domestic purification tank, and livestock excretion processing plant, used for producing residue used as raw material for fertilizer (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The digestive processing of organic waste is quickly enabled at high decomposition ratio, and fertilizer is efficiently manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for digestive processing apparatus of organic waste, which has anaerobic digestion tank (3) and supply apparatus for supplying organic waste and iron-type zeolite to digestion tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the anaerobic digestion processing apparatus of organic waste.    organic-waste storage tank (1)    anaerobic digestion tank (3)    iron-type zeolite storage tank (4)    digestion gas storage tank (7)    solid-liquid separator (9)
NOVELTY - Wastewater (2) with high organic content is treated by methane fermentation. Then, organic substance is decomposed by sulfate respiration of anaerobic microbe. The processed wastewater is subjected to aerobic treatment, remaining organic substance is removed by aerobic microbe, and concentration is set to biological oxygen demand concentration.    USE - For treating high concentration wastewater containing organic substance, such as sewage, industrial liquid waste and household effluent.    ADVANTAGE - The high concentration wastewater treatment is stably and economically enabled with reduced heat energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - High concentration wastewater (2) is introduced to a methane fermentation type anaerobic treatment tank (1). Organic substance in wastewater is removed by methane fermentation, and concentration of organic substance is reduced to less than concentration (I). The resulting wastewater is supplied to sulfuric acid reduced-type anaerobic treatment tank (5), and concentration is set to biological oxygen demand concentration. The organic substance is decomposed by sulfate respiration of anaerobic microbe, and concentration of organic substance is reduced to less than concentration (II). The processed wastewater is introduced to aerobic treatment tank (6), remaining organic substance is removed by aerobic microbe, and concentration is set to biological oxygen demand concentration. Treatment of wastewater is enabled.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for high concentration wastewater treatment equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of high concentration wastewater treatment equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    methane fermentation type anaerobic-treatment tank (1)    high concentration wastewater (2)    wastewater (2a,2b)    sulfuric-acid reduced type anaerobic-treatment tank (5)    aerobic treatment tank (6)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell system (10) has a fluid circulation system (46) having a combustor (68) which burns a reactive gas and heats a fluid for heat regulation. A fuel supply line (70) warms up a fuel stack line (12) with the heated fluid. Two waste-heat gas supply paths (68,94) warm up respectively a supplemental equipment and an electrical storage apparatus (96) with a waste-heat gas ejected from the combustor.    USE - For electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures rapid low-temperature start-up characteristic using simple and inexpensive structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline structure explanatory drawing of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel stack line (12)    Fluid circulation system (46)    Combustor (68)    Waste-heat gas supply paths (68,94)    Fuel supply line (70)    Electrical storage apparatus (96)
NOVELTY - A delivery system of biomass modification fluid fuel has methanol synthesis unit (30) for producing methanol at high pressure in presence of catalyst, and filling apparatus (50). Carbon monoxide of combustible gas (G1) produced by water gas-forming of biomass is converted to hydrogen and carbon dioxide in presence of catalyst, based on required usage. Apparatus (50) fills methanol into tank of vehicle other than mounted container.    USE - For delivering biomass modified fluid fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The delivery system has favorable durability and safety, and is economical. The leakage of fuel is prevented, and poisonous carbon monoxide contained in combustible gas is effectively removed. The handling of fuel during storage is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the delivery system of biomass modification fluid fuel.    gasifiers (10,13)    grinding apparatus (11)    heat gas producer (12)    scrubber (15)    carbon monoxide conversion apparatus (20)    methanol synthesis unit (30)    methanol storage tank (40)    methanol filling apparatus (50)    biomass (B)    biomass fine powder (B1)    combustible gas (G1)    oil can (T1)    tank (T2)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen storage material consists of graphite intercalation compound having graphene interlayer in which insertion atom (2) is arranged, and which occludes hydrogen to graphene interlayer. The ratio (DO/RO) of minimum (DO) of potential (D) (kJ/mol) of hydrogen molecule and graphene (1), and distance (RO) (nm) of molecule and graphene when potential (D) is 0, is 3-10 derived from Renard-Johnes relation.    USE - For fuel cell electric vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen storage material has favorable hydrogen storage ability. Hydrogen supply is reliably enabled from the hydrogen storage system, and fluctuation of fuel supply amount by change of load of fuel cell is controlled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hydrogen storage tank;    (2) hydrogen storage system; and    (3) fuel cell electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline structure of the hydrogen storage material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    graphene (1)    insertion atom (2)
NOVELTY - An amount of soil is extracted from contaminated soil, and intermediate product of decomposition of chlorinated organic compound is removed to produce test soil. Dichloroethylene is added to test soil to obtain spike test soil (S). Soil (S) and decomposition promoter are mixed, maintained under anaerobic condition, and decomposition state of dichloroethylene is measured. Purification unit of soil is determined based on measured value.    USE - For determining purification unit used for purifying soil, underground water and surface water contaminated by chlorinated organic compound, such as dichloroethylene, tetrachloroethylene and trichloroethylene used for degreasing and washing of metals, and coolant.    ADVANTAGE - The purification unit capable of purifying soil and water contaminated with chlorinated organic compound is efficiently determined.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A predetermined amount of soil is extracted from soil contaminated by chlorinated organic compound, and intermediate product of decomposition reaction of chlorinated organic compounds, such as dichloroethylene is removed from soil to produce test soil. Dichloroethylene is added to test soil, and dichloroethylene spike test soil (S) is prepared. The soil (S) and anaerobic microbe decomposition promoter are mixed. The mixture is maintained at preset temperature for preset time under anaerobic condition. The decomposition state of dichloroethylene contained in mixture is measured after preset time. The determination of purification unit, which purifies soil contaminated by chlorinated organic compound is carried out based on measured value.
NOVELTY - The compressor (62) which pressurizes the methane gas and the generator (65) are connected with the turbine shaft (64) of the steam turbine (63). An auto thermal reformer (ATR) (68) provided at the output side of the compressor is connected to the gas line (75) through the boiler (76). The steam turbine generates steam to drive the generator using the heat recovered by the boiler from the synthesis gas sent from the ATR.    USE - For generating electric power using natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures efficient electric power generation with a compact apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the synthesis gas manufacture and electric power generating apparatus.    compressor (62)    steam turbine (63)    turbine shaft (64)    generator (65)    auto thermal reformer (ATR) (68)    gas line (75)    boiler (76)
NOVELTY - System for producing purified hydrogen from a gas containing a hydrocarbon compound comprises at least two stages, each comprising a reactor (C1-C5) followed by a separator comprising a gas circulation space (E1-E4) in contact with a hydrogen extraction membrane and a hydrogen collection space.    USE - System for producing purified hydrogen from a gas containing a hydrocarbon compound, e.g. an alcohol or synthesis gas containing carbon monoxide. Purified hydrogen is useful in the manufacture of numerous products, e.g. metals, semiconductors and microelectronic components, and as a fuel, e.g. in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Continuous extraction of hydrogen prevents reverse reactions resulting in methane formation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - System for producing purified hydrogen from a gas containing a hydrocarbon compound comprises at least two stages, each comprising a reactor (C1-C5) followed by a separator comprising a gas circulation space (E1-E4) in contact with a hydrogen extraction membrane and a hydrogen collection space. The first reactor (C1) is connected to a source of the gas and its gas circulation space is connected to the next reactor (C2) while the hydrogen collection spaces of these two stages are connected to a common hydrogen collection circuit (TC).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a system for producing purified hydrogen as above.    Outer housing (1)    Upper wall (3)    Lower wall (4)    Feed gas inlet (5)    Waste gas outlet (6)    Hydrogen collection pipe. (8)
NOVELTY - Improvement of plant nutrition comprises utilizing a preparation of active and/or inactive yeasts and/or fractions of yeasts (I), such as yeast extracts.    USE - The process is useful to: improve the metabolic activity of the microorganisms in the soil and to improve plant nutrition; and prepare new compositions containing fertilizing microorganisms.    ADVANTAGE - The process: improves plant nutrition (claimed); provides better assimilation of mineral elements in the soil; and increases the activity of microorganisms in the soil.
NOVELTY - Producing a hydrogen-containing gas from a hydrocarbon-containing feed gas in a primary reformer comprises diverting part of the feed gas to a secondary reformer for contact with a nanostructured catalyst to produce a gas free of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, which is either combined with the product gas from the primary reformer or fed into the primary reformer.    USE - The process is useful for producing a hydrogen-containing gas from a hydrocarbon-containing feed gas, especially natural gas or biogas. The process is also useful for producing high-grade technical carbon black, nanoonions, nanohorns, nanofibers and/or nanotubes, which adhere to the catalyst (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process combines production of high-purity hydrogen having a low carbon dioxide content with an inexpensive means of producing nanocarbon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for apparatus for producing a hydrogen-containing gas from a hydrocarbon-containing feed gas, comprising a primary reformer with an inlet pipe, a steam pipe feeding into the feed pipe, an outlet pipe, a branch pipe upstream of the steam pipe for diverting part of the feed gas to a secondary reformer for contact with a nanostructured catalyst, and a pipe for combining the gas from the secondary reformer with the product gas from the primary reformer or a pipe for feeding the gas from the secondary reformer into the primary reformer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows apparatus for carrying out the above process.    Primary reformer (1)    Secondary reformer (2)    Heat exchangers (3, 4, 5)    Shift conversion reactor. (6)
NOVELTY - A compost container in kit form comprising panels joined at corners by interlocking and vertical rod passed through holes in ends of each panel, is new.    USE - A compost container in kit form.    ADVANTAGE - The container is made from a small number of simple repeated units, suiting it for mass manufacture with ease of packing, storage and transport. It is more assembled and taken down, than comparable prior art. Its appearance is unobtrusive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In the corners (16), the interlocking panels (15) are joined together by a vertical rod (17), which can be removed when required. The rod and corners are supported on a base plate (18). The rod is a loose fit in holes in the ends of the panels. The panels are dark in color: charcoal gray, dark green or dark brown. They includes holes, slits or long slots. There is a trapezoidal recess in one long side of each panel, extending nearly over the entire internal length when assembled into the box form.    The panels are effectively stacked in the correct order to make a box form and join them together. The geometry of interlocking ends of the panels, which connect in the manner of a comb-jointed box, is described in greater detail (see illustration). The panels form a kit, together with the other components. The rods are wood, plastic or metal, especially structural steel, and have the same length as the height of the finished box. External surfaces are textured, e.g. finished to resemble wood grain.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A schematic perspective view of the compost container is presented.    compost container (10)    interlocking panels (15)    corners (16)    vertical rod (17)    base plate (18)
NOVELTY - Producing energy and humus by anaerobic digestion of water-saturated biomass, which is circulated in a closed fermenter, comprises using a large spherical fermenter with a self-supporting multilayer shell (1) containing tubes or struts to make space for a heat-insulating layer of air (2). Depending on the diameter of the sphere, the tubes or struts can be up to 4 meters long.    USE - Producing energy and humus by anaerobic digestion of water-saturated biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The fermenter can deal with large volumes of biomass, e.g. farmyard slurry, has no angles or dead spaces, produces sanitized and stabilized humus, and does not require a stirrer mechanism.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a fermenter (bioreactor) for carrying out the above process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Multilayer shell (1)    Air layer (2)    Lower openings (3)    Upper openings (4)    Biomass inlets (6)    Biomass (7)    Gas space (9)    Gas outlets (10)    Power station (11)    Sludge outlets (13)    Venturi tube (15)    Rotor blades. (17)
NOVELTY - A compound comprising lignin or lignin derivatives, natural resin and a non-hazardous blowing agent is prepared. The compound is then molded in a heated tool where it foams (2,3) and is then solidified to form a porous product.    USE - The method is used for manufacturing a biologically decomposable product.    ADVANTAGE - A foamed product with a required density can be produced from natural materials and has no environmental disposal problems.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A compound comprising lignin or lignin derivatives, natural resin and a non-hazardous blowing agent is prepared. The compound is then molded in a heated tool where it foams (2,3) and is then solidified to form a porous product. Additional materials may be added to the compound including cellulose and/or starch containing materials. The compound may be compacted prior to foaming. Final product density or porosity depend on the amount of blowing agent and/or ratio of the compound volume to the tool volume. A density gradient(2,3) through the product can be controlled using a combination of different blowing agents. Several compounds, each with different material quantities and different levels of blowing agents can be arranged one above the other to create a sandwich preform which is then heated so that all compounds foam simultaneously.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a molded product based on the described materials and at least partly foamed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a molded plate based on the biologically decomposable materials and foamed to different densities.    Medium density foam (2)    Lower density foam (3)
NOVELTY - A fermentation reactor for the generation of biogas has a series of mixer paddles fixed by heat conducting vanes to a heated drive shaft. The base of the drive shaft is located in a base bearing block.    USE - Heated mixer paddle for biogas fermentation reactor.    ADVANTAGE - The heated shaft provides for better introduction of heat into the reactor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The drive shaft has a cavity wall with a plastic core linked to a supply of hot water and an metal outer sleeve. The shaft is supported at the top end by a gas-tight bearing (4). The shaft is driven by an electric motor with a step-down gear. The shaft projects into the reactor at an angle of about 45.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the reactor.    heated drive shaft (1)    heat conducting vane (2)    paddle blade (3)    bearing (4)    reactor wall (8)    step-down geared motor (9)    shaft base block (10)
NOVELTY - The present invention discloses one kind of dust collecting method and washing tower for clinker leaching and grinding. Saturated steam with dust is led into washing tower and flushed with showering liquid at 50-70 deg.c for eliminating dust, and the driving force formed with the temperature difference and natural gas stirring is utilized for steam with dust to enter the dedusting washing tower continuously. Compared with available technology, the present invention can ensure the continuous and stable production, and has the advantages of high dust collecting effect and no jamming of dust collecting apparatus and pipeline. The technology may be used also in relevant fields.
NOVELTY - Treating reformate gas from a reformer involves directing the reformate gas into a partial oxidation chamber; directing air into the partial oxidation chamber; and cooling the treated reformate gas to approximately 900degreesC.    USE - For treating reformate gas from reformer from a catalytic partial oxidation reformer to raise the oxygen/carbon ratio in the reformate gas (claimed), useful for producing hydrogen from carbonaceous fuels such as natural gas, propane, gasoline, methanol, ethanol and naphtha.    ADVANTAGE - The reformate gas composition is modified so that it remains in a carbon-free region, i.e. above the critical oxygen/carbon ratio even at the desired minimum operating temperature. The method increases the oxygen/carbon ratio and thus, lowering of required temperature for soot-free operation.
NOVELTY - Raw material (102) containing organic material is primarily gasified. Volatile substances (104) and source gas residue (105) generated in primary gasification are modified or gasified using the moisture contained in the raw material. Gasified residue (113) obtained after secondary gasification is burned. Heat produced during combustion is used as a heat source for primary or secondary gasification.    USE - Used for gasifying an organic material such as biomass and coal, into gas used as a fuel for gas generators and boilers.    ADVANTAGE - The organic material is gasified into gas, solid and liquid of high utility value. The gasification provides a fuel gas capable of efficiently carrying out good utilization from water-containing organic material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Raw material containing an organic material is primarily gasified by thermal decomposition or water gas forming. The volatile substance generated during primary gasification, and source gas residue, which is a residue after primary gasification, are modified or gasified using the moisture contained in raw material. The gasified residue, which is a residue after secondary gasification, is burned. The heat produced during combustion is utilized as a heat source for primary or secondary gasification.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process flow of gasification of an organic material.    raw material (102)    thermal decomposition furnace (103)    volatile substance (104)    source-gas residue (105)    trapping material (111)    combustion residue (112)    gasified residue (113)
NOVELTY - Organic waste (U) is contacted with molten slag (M) produced in iron manufacture in a reaction chamber (3) in an atmosphere containing water vapor (H). The organic waste is decomposed. Combustible gas (G) containing hydrogen and carbon monoxide as main component, and cooled molten slag are collected.    USE - Used for the production of combustible gas from organic waste, used for generating high electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The production of harmful compounds during the processing of organic waste material is prevented. The recycling of organic waste and the utilization of molten slag produced in iron manufacture are performed simultaneously.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic waste is a residue oil produced from coal tar, coal tar pitch, petroleum asphalt, petroleum modified reaction residue, waste plastic, waste machine oil, waste lubricating oil, waste hydraulic oil, waste coating material, waste printing ink, waste organic solvent, fermentation residue or biomass. Alternately, the organic waste is a halogen containing waste plastic material.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for the production of organic waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a conceptual diagram of a combustible gas production apparatus.    tank (1)    support port (2)    reaction chamber (3)    combustible gas (G)    water vapor (H)    molten slag (M)    organic waste (U)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generator has reaction container (10) which is equipped with metal accommodating portion (17a,17b) which accommodates metal (A) which generates hydrogen by chemical reaction with water, water inlet (11) which transduces water into reaction container, vaporization space portion arranged between inlet (11) and portion (17a,17b), vaporization facilitator (50), and heat exchanger plate (30) which absorbs and transfers heat.    USE - For generating and supplying hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generator efficiently and stably generates hydrogen, without generation of byproduct such as carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide and using maximum amount of electrical energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen generator has a reaction container (10) which is equipped with a metal accommodating portion (17a,17b) which accommodates metal (A) which generates hydrogen by chemical reaction with water, a water inlet (11) which transduces water into the reaction container, a vaporization space portion arranged between the water inlet and the metal accommodating portion, a vaporization facilitator (50) installed in the vaporization space portion, and a heat exchanger plate (30) coupled to the vaporization facilitator. The vaporization facilitator installed increases surface area of water and enhances vaporization of water. The heat exchanger plate absorbs heat in the reaction container, and transfers heat to the vaporization facilitator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the hydrogen generator.    reaction container (10)    water inlet (11)    metal accommodating portion (17a,17b)    heat exchanger plate (30)    vaporization facilitator (50)
NOVELTY - The water vapor modification method of auto oxidation heating type involves supplying source gas, water vapor and oxygen containing gas containing hydrocarbon to mixed catalyst, and producing hydrogen-rich reformed gas. The mixed catalyst contains nickel type modification catalyst and noble metal type oxidation catalyst. The weight ratio of nickel and noble metal is 100:0.05-100:3.    USE - For water vapor modification for producing hydrogen-rich reformed gas.    ADVANTAGE - The modification method is carried out efficiently. The deterioration of the mixed catalyst at high temperature is prevented and the durability of the catalyst is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for mixed catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the temperature distribution of mixed catalyst layer at the time of water vapor modification of methane. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus has modification portion (6), raw material supply portion (1), water evaporation portion (4), water supply portion (3) supplies water to portion (4), and deoxidation portion (5) provided between portions (6,4). Raw material and water vapor are circulated in catalyst layer, and modification is performed in portion (6) to produce hydrogen rich gas. Portion (1) supplies raw material to portion (6).    USE - For generating hydrogen gas used for fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus produces hydrogen gas steadily. The degradation of modification catalyst is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen production apparatus has a modification portion (6), a raw material supply portion (1), water evaporation portion (4) supplies water vapor to portion (6), water supply portion (3) supplies water to portion (4), and deoxidation portion (5) provided between portions (6,4). A raw material and water vapor are circulated in a catalyst layer, and modification reaction is performed in portion (6) to produce hydrogen rich gas. Portion (1) supplies raw material to portion (6).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline of the hydrogen production apparatus.    raw material supply portion (1)    water supply portion (3)    water evaporation portion (4)    deoxidation portion (5)    modification portion (6)
NOVELTY - A catalyst containing nickel and magnesium, is reduced, using mixture of hydrogen gas and water vapor as reducing gas, at 500-100degreesC, such that molar ratio of water vapor with respect to hydrogen gas, is 1-10.    USE - For reduction of catalyst used for modification of hydrocarbon (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Carbon deposition during high-pressure modification, is suppressed completely. Destruction of catalyst is prevented. Pressure loss is avoided and hydrocarbon is modified efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) catalyst for hydrocarbon modification containing nickel (0.1-51 mass%) and magnesium (1-59 mass%), in molar ratio of 0.01-0.5. The reduction degree of nickel is 10% or more, and average particle diameter of metallic nickel is 3 nm or less; and    (2) hydrocarbon modification method using the catalyst.
NOVELTY - The method involves welding inner and outer metal cylinders (1,2) having different temperature resistance oxidation characteristics, together. The elongation rate and heat-resistant temperature of the inner cylinder is 45% and 900 degrees C respectively more than that of outer cylinder.    USE - For manufacturing inner-outer double cylinder for modifier used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The double cylinder is manufactured easily without wrinkle, and crack or buckling.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view showing the manufacturing process of the inner-outer double cylinder.    inner and outer metal cylinders (1,2)    end plates (3,4)    cover (5)    support pad (6)    getter material (7)
NOVELTY - A discharge power supply (13) generates a discharge plasma for applying the required voltage between a counter electrode (16) having a larger surface curvature than a rod-like electrode (15a), a dielectric (17) covering a conductor electrode (15), and the counter electrode for purifying the processed gas (X).    USE - Used for purifying exhaust gas ejected from a water treatment plant, livestock husbandry plant or a factory.    ADVANTAGE - An increase in pressure loss of a gas to be processed is suppressed, improving the electric power density of plasma discharge. A device of reduced size is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the discharge-type gas treatment device.    discharge power supply (13)    conductor electrode (15)    rod-like electrode (15a)    counter electrode (16)    dielectric (17)
NOVELTY - A process carried out in partly sequential and partly simultaneous, to build a process at ambient temperature using industrial effluents like distillery effluent and one phototropic bacterium and one heterotopic bacterium to produce a rich fuel gas i.e. hydrogen, is disclosed. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - Anaerobic digestion of palm oil mill effluent (POME) is carried out in two-steps. The organic material present in the waste material is ultimately converted into methane. The process is carried out initially under microaerophilic conditions in an acidogenic digester, and subsequently under strictly anaerobic conditions at neutral pH in the methanogenic digester. Hydrolysis of complex organic material present in POME, and acidogensis is carried out by consortia of microbes present in fresh cattle dung.
NOVELTY - Biodegradable product (I) for environmental biotreatment comprises: a conditioning layer (A) and a formulated filling (B), where: (A) is permeable to oxygen and made by an extrudable biodegradable composition (II); and (B) is placed within the interior of (A) and comprises a culture containing aerobic bacteria, fungi and/or yeast with a nutritive substrate containing at least an amino acid and viscosity modifying agent.    USE - (I) is useful to treat: bioincrease of waste water in industrial medium, in situations of surcharge, of accidental toxicity; bioincrease of urban waste water, when waste water treatment plants were not sufficiently dimensioned; or grounds contaminated by hydrocarbons; greases; volatile organic compound; and/or ambient mediums in general, as well as composting. (I) is useful for environmental biotreatment (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) does not pose problems during storage and after growth; ensures better dispersion of the bacteria in the medium to be treated, hence ensures controlled biodegradation; and preserves the bacterial activity in a better manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Biodegradable product (I) for environmental biotreatment comprises: a conditioning layer (A) and a formulated filling (B), where: (A) is permeable to oxygen and made by an extrudable biodegradable composition (II) (comprising at least a grinded fibrous vegetable material, binding agent of vegetable or synthetic origin and a plasticizer); and (B) is placed within the interior of (A) and comprises a culture containing aerobic bacteria, fungi and/or yeast with a nutritive substrate containing at least an amino acid and viscosity modifying agent.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for preparation of (I).
NOVELTY - Biodegradable product (I) for environmental biotreatment comprises: a conditioning layer (A); an internal coating (B); and an aqueous volume of a culture (C), where: (A) is permeable to oxygen and made by an extrudable biodegradable composition; (B) is formulated with amino acid and deposited on the surface of (A); and (C) contains bacteria, fungi and/or aerobic yeast placed within (A).    USE - (I) is useful to treat: bioincrease of waste water un industrial medium, in situations of surcharge, of accidental toxicity; bioincrease of urban waste water, when treated plants are not sufficiently shaped, or grounds contaminated by hydrocarbons; greases; volatile organic compound; and/or ambient mediums in general, as well as composting. (I) is useful for environment biotreatment (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I): does not pose problems during storage and after growth; ensures better dispersion of the bacteria in the medium to be treated, hence ensures controlled biodegradation; and preserves the bacterial activity in a better manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Biodegradable product (I) for environmental biotreatment comprises: a conditioning layer (A); a formulated internal coating (B); and an aqueous volume of a culture (C), where: (A) is permeable to oxygen and made by an extricable biodegradable composition (II) (comprising grinded fibrous vegetal material, binding agent of vegetable or synthetic origin and a plasticizer); (B) is formulated with amino acid and deposited on the surface of (A), where (B) act as osmotic membrane and as nourishing medium; and (C) contains bacteria, fungi and/or aerobic yeast placed within (A).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for preparation of (I).
NOVELTY - Liquefying a gas comprises passing the gas through a heat exchanger, compressing a cycle gas, cooling the cycle gas in the heat exchanger, splitting the cycle gas into two streams, withdrawing the first stream from the heat exchanger at an intermediate temperature, expanding it to a pressure P1 in a turbine and heating it in the heat exchanger, and expanding the second stream to a pressure below P1 in a turbine, heating it in the heat exchanger, compressing it and mixing it with the first stream.    USE - Liquefying a gas, e.g. nitrogen, argon, oxygen, natural gas or any other industrial gas that liquefies at cryogenic temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Liquefying a gas comprises passing the gas (1) through a heat exchanger (5), compressing a cycle gas (7), cooling the cycle gas in the heat exchanger, splitting the cycle gas into first and second streams, withdrawing the first stream (19) from the heat exchanger at an intermediate temperature, expanding it to a pressure P1 in a first turbine (21) and heating it in the heat exchanger, and expanding the second stream (23) to a pressure below P1 in a second turbine (27), heating it in the heat exchanger, compressing it in a compressor (31) and mixing it with the first stream to reform the cycle gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing illustrates the above gas liquefaction process.    Gas to be liquefied (1)    Liquefied gas (3)    Heat exchanger (5)    Cycle gas (7)    First stream (19)    First turbine (21)    Second stream (23)    Second turbine (27)    Compressor (31)
NOVELTY - Delivery system for spraying a cosmetic composition comprises a pressure-resistant pack, a spray head comprising a capillary, and a cosmetic composition including a propellant and a hair conditioner selected from cationic surfactants, amino surfactants, silicones, fatty alcohols, oils, plant extracts, protein hydrolyzates, amino acids, panthenol, panthenyl ethyl ether, sorbitol, betaine and creatine.    USE - Delivery system for spraying a cosmetic composition including a propellant and a hair conditioner.    ADVANTAGE - The delivery system produces a fine spray with good distribution and hair care properties.
NOVELTY - Converting organic materials into oily products comprises producing a first feed stream (S1) from the organic materials, producing a second feed stream (S2) from a water-soluble organic compound containing no more than three carbon atoms, heating S2 to 500-700degreesC at 22.1-30 MPa to produce hydrogen, and mixing S2 with S1 at 200-450degreesC and 22.1-30 MPa.    USE - Used for converting organic materials, especially biomass or heavy oil, into oily products, e.g. useful as fuels.
NOVELTY - A solid alkali catalyst is used to ester exchange of producing biological diesel fuel. The catalyst which is solid or multihole particle is made up of oxidant of the alkali soil and alkali metal. The process has dissolved the difficult of reuse and separate of the catalyst. The yield of the product can reach to 85%. It can be used to different biological diesel fuel.
NOVELTY - Production of methane from land-filled garbage gas and its apparatus are disclosed. It is carried out by pressing the abstracted land-filled garbage gas, freezing drying, multi-stage filtering, pretreatment process of adsorption drying, high-pressure adsorbing, co-current pressure equalizing, constant-pressure recovering, and pressure varied adsorption circulating. The apparatus consists of compressors connected orderly, freezing direr, filter, drying tower and pressure varied adsorption circulating system with 2-6 parallel adsorbing columns. Its advantages include simple apparatus and operation, low cost and good flexibility.
NOVELTY - A pressure-varying adsorption process for separating the inertial components (N2 and Ar) from active components (H2, CO, CO2 and CH4), which are contained in the exhausted methanol gas and recovering said active components is disclosed. The recovered H2 is compressed and then returned back to methanol synthesizing tower. The inertial components and the compressed CO, CO2 and CH4 are used as the fuel of converting furnace.
NOVELTY - Method for utilizing industrial marsh gas comprises conveying marsh gas produced by industrial anaerobic waster treatment process to the place of coronizing using the canal of the anaerobic treatment device, burning to get the materials in suspense and air burning the partial remainder marsh gas, where the materials needing coronizing contain materials in food service industry, feedstuff industry, fertilizer industry and other industry. In this way the heat burned from the marsh gas produced by anaerobic treatment process can be fully utilized and the excess loss of the materials which need coronizing decreases in the industrial process, as well as the availability ratio of marsh gas produced by industrial wastewater treatment process increases, the damage, investment and producing cost in the industrial process also decreases.
NOVELTY - The reactor has a flow-path formation component with a space used as flow path, formed at inner region by laminating and baking ceramics plate, and a porous component having a three-dimensional mesh shaped structure supporting a catalyst substance while arranging in the space.    USE - For producing water-vapor modification reaction of hydrocarbons, such as methane and methanol, and dehydrogenation of cyclohexane, and used in fuel cell used for electronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The reactor is compact, and carries out reaction efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the reactor.    flow-path formation component (10)    lower wall portion (11)    middle wall portion (12)    porous component (20)    flow path (R1,R2)
NOVELTY - Biomass as raw material is heated at 270-300degreesC in pressurization hot water, and carbonized to obtain modified biomass.    USE - The method is useful for modifying biomass of timber (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The biomass is modified without generating byproducts. The modifier enables modification of biomass continuously for long period of time, without adhering to inner walls of reactor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for modifier of biomass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of modifier.    Raw material introduction pipe (1)    Pressurization pump (2)    Primary reactor (41)    Circulation pump (43)    Heater (45)    Reaction tank (47)
NOVELTY - A catalyst comprises low surface area carrier, palladium, and Group IB metal. The low surface area has surface area of 2-20 m2/g. The pore volume of the carrier is greater than 0.4 cc/g. greater than or equal to90% of pore volume of the pores is contained in pores with pore diameters greater than 500 Angstrom . 1-2% Pore volume is contained in pores with pore diameter of 500-1000 Angstrom .    USE - For selectively hydrogenation of acetylenes and diolefins, particularly in raw gas feed stream for front end selective hydrogenation.    ADVANTAGE - The invention has high and unique pore volume distribution. It provides improve hydrogenation of impurities, e.g. Methyl acetylene, butadiene, and isoprene in comparison with the prior art catalyst. It improves the performance characteristics. It provides improve selectivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of catalyst for selective hydrogenation of acetylene comprising preparing low surface area carrier, impregnating carrier with palladium metal source, reducing palladium impregnated material, washing and drying the reduce palladium catalyst, impregnating the catalyst material with group IB metal additive source, reducing Group IB metal additive source, and washing and drying the reduced catalyst to produce the catalyst.
NOVELTY - Preparation of biodiesel fuel from vegetable oils, comprises separating biodiesel reaction product in a container from the simultaneously formed reaction by-product glycerin, without the use of any pumps or energy necessitated by use of pumps, by employing a density loop to create pressure, while drawing the glycerin from the bottom of a container, and pushing biodiesel off from the top of the container.    USE - The process is for preparation of biodiesel fuel or B-100 biodiesel (claimed), for use in diesel engines.    ADVANTAGE - B-100 biodiesel is recovered at greater than or equal to98% yield. The process achieves a significant reduction in energy consumption, by eliminating some pumps from a biodiesel continuous processing system. It is a fairly low cost unit operation to build, and it can be run continuously or as a batch process at the discretion of the operator. The average hold time within the system is 14 hours from introduction to finished B-100 biodiesel. The process provides a high quality biodiesel from soybean oil, which can be effectively blended with diesel from petroleum sources to provide desirable quality fuel blends that decrease the risk of gelling in cold weather, and which provide enhanced lubricity for the petroleum diesel fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a flow chart of a process for preparation of biodiesel fuel.
NOVELTY - Production of hydrogen gas involves reacting a non-cyclic organic substance having multiple alcohol functionality with a base.    USE - For production of hydrogen gas (claimed) as a fuel source.    ADVANTAGE - The base-facilitated hydrogen-producing reactions are thermodynamically more spontaneous than the corresponding conventional reformation reactions of the organic substances and can produce hydrogen at less extreme reaction conditions. The reactants further include low volatility organic substances having multiple alcohol functionality and thus permit the efficient formation of hydrogen in a liquid phase system and enable a continuous reaction capability in the liquid phase without the need to condense volatilized reactant. Using the method, the greater thermodynamic spontaneity permits the production of hydrogen gas at a faster rate at a particular temperature than in a conventional reformation reaction of the organic substance at the particular temperature. The efficient production of hydrogen without significant losses of feedstock due to volatilization can be possible. Thus the reaction thus offers a cost advantage over the reformation reaction since less extreme conditions suffice to produce hydrogen at a reasonable rate from the reaction.
NOVELTY - The invention is pertaining to the field of atomic power stations accident prevention equipment. The invention presents a working member of a catalytic burner of hydrogen made in the form of a long-sized object made out of a material ensuring hydrogen flameless catalytic burning.    USE - Atomic power stations accident prevention equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The invention ensures an increased safety of atomic power stations at utilization of the catalytic burners of hydrogen in rooms.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The crosscut size of the long-sized object d is determined by the following formula.    n = factor of safety demonstrating in how many times the minimal temperature in Kelvins of ignition of the air-hydrogen mixture is increased at utilization of the catalytic burner working member having the form of the long-sized object.    The crosscut size d expressed in micrometers.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has an electrolyte film (30) which has an electrolyte layer (36) having proton conductivity laminated with a metal layer having hydrogen permeability. The metal layer is joined via a metallic component and a brazing layer (37). The brazing layer contains a wax material having brazing temperature of 700-850degreesC.    USE - For power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacture of fuel cell prevents reduction of hydrogen permeability of metal layer in brazing process, and suppresses reduction of joint strength of metal layer and brazing layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of fuel cell;    (2) hydrogen separation membrane module; and    (3) manufacture of hydrogen separation membrane module.
NOVELTY - A waste-material gasifier (1) has a thermal decomposition furnace (2) and a gas melting furnace (3). The furnace (3) supplies high temperature gas to decomposition furnace as gasification gas (G2). The thermal decomposition furnace thermally decomposes combustible waste material (D) with gasification gas, and produces combustible gas (G1). Partial combustion of residue (B1) ejected from furnace (2) is carried out in molten state.    USE - For recovering combustible gas from combustible waste material, such as municipal solid waste, used as energy source for gas engine, gas turbine and electric power generating apparatus e.g. fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The waste material gasifier economically and efficiently recovers combustible gas from waste material using reduced amount of fossil fuel. The combustible gas is efficiently obtained with high calorific value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of waste material gasifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    waste material gasifier (1)    thermal decomposition furnace (2)    gas melting furnace (3)    revolving grate (7)    discharge port (17)    residue (B1)    combustible waste material (D)    combustible gas (G1)    gasification gas (G2)    waste plastic (P)    slag (S)
NOVELTY - An agitator (18) with a scoop that rotates in vertical direction of a fermenter (1), is provided at a revolving frame that rotates as a fulcrum around upper surface of fermenter. Several guide apparatuses (19) are arranged in a row on downward turn-side upper portion of scoop at revolving frame, radial to fermenter at a position higher than the layer thickness of compost raw material in fermenter.    USE - For manufacturing of compost of organic waste such as livestock farming excrement, as organic fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to obtain the compost of stable quality.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical front sectional view of compost manufacturing equipment.    fermenter (1)    frame (10)    induction conveyor (13)    agitator (18)    guide apparatus (19)
NOVELTY - Apparatus for producing manure comprising a receiving unit (19) that receives manure raw material from agitators (18) which are arranged in parallel along longitudinal direction of a resolving frame and a discharge unit (20) that is provided at lower portion of receiving unit and discharges the manure raw material from receiving unit to a cylindrical fermenter (1), is new.    USE - For producing manure by composting of organic waste (claimed), such as livestock excrement.    ADVANTAGE - A manure of stable quality is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the manure manufacturing equipment.    Fermenter (1)    Roof (2)    Agitator (18)    Manure raw material receiving unit (19)    Manure raw material discharge unit (20)
NOVELTY - Apparatus for producing organic fertilizer from organic waste comprising transfer apparatus at lower portion of compost raw material acceptance apparatus (19) with gradually inclining guide elements, which receive raw materials from acceptance apparatus and a guide apparatus (21) at the discharge port of each transfer apparatus that has guide plates (34) with gradual inclination, for guiding the raw material into a fermenter (1) and an agitator (18) that rotates in up-down direction of fermenter, is new.    USE - For manufacture of organic fertilizer from organic waste (claimed), e.g. livestock excrement.    ADVANTAGE - The fertilizer with stable quality is obtained, thereby ensuring uniform raw material fermentation time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the organic fertilizer manufacturing equipment.    Fermenter (1)    Agitator (18)    Compost raw material acceptance apparatus (19)    Guide apparatus (21)    Guide plate (34)
NOVELTY - A stirring apparatus of organic waste comprising a corkscrew shape stirring blade (3) attached to a stirring shaft (4) positioned at inclined wall of a treatment tank, which stirs up the stirred material (7) during normal rotation of stirring shaft, where the bendable springs (8) positioned between the adjacent stirring blades on the shaft, rakes up the stirred material during reverse rotation of shaft, is new.    USE - For use as kitchen garbage disposer for stirring of organic waste of foodstuffs in house and also for stirring of fermentation, flour, industrial goods, adhesive, liquid material in food processing, stirring of various substances in building-material processing plant and stirring of chemical substance in large industries.    ADVANTAGE - Improves stirring efficiency by raking of stirred thing from the stirring blade attainment impossibility region.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of treatment tank. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Treatment tank (1)    Inclined processing tank wall (2)    Stirring blade (3)    Stirring shaft (4)    Stirred thing (7)    Bendable spring (8)
NOVELTY - The wastewater containing a substance that discharges large amount of hydrogen by decomposition, is supplied to several pre-processing reaction tanks (1a,1b) that are sequentially arranged in front stage of methane reaction tank (2). The substance is decomposed in the pre-processing reaction tanks, and methane fermentation of treated water is carried out in methane reaction tank. Thus, methane fermentation of wastewater is carried out.    USE - The method is used for methane fermentation of propylene-glycol containing wastewater ejected from chemical and pharmaceutical industries.    ADVANTAGE - Since the decomposition reaction of the substance contained in wastewater is performed easily, methane fermentation is carried out favorably and stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for methane-fermentation processing apparatus (100).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of methane-fermentation processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    pre-processing reaction tanks (1a,1b)    methane reaction tank (2)    stirrer (3a,3b)    methane-fermentation processing apparatus (100)
NOVELTY - A methane fermentation promoter containing cyclodextrin, is new. The promoter reduces the amount of organic matter containing waste material, and increases methane gas generation amount.    USE - The cyclodextrin is used as a promoter for methane fermentation of organic matter containing waste material, such as sewage sludge and organic refuse, fishery waste material, animal solid waste, livestock farming waste material, waste water from organic refuse, used paper, papermaking plant or pulp plant. Used in sewage works and garbage dump.    ADVANTAGE - The promoter enables methane fermentation of organic matter containing waste material with cyclodextrin, efficiently. The methane fermentation promoter is safe and inexpensive. The cyclodextrin contained in the promoter, has fluidization catalytic activity for long period of time, and is effective in promotion of methane fermentation of microorganisms.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The cyclodextrin is partial methylated beta-cyclodextrin or hydroxy propylated beta-cyclodextrin.
NOVELTY - The organic refuse processing apparatus has organic refuse treatment tank, exhaust gas path (13) and deodorizing apparatuses (38,39). Apparatuses (38,39) have high and low deodorizing capability and require high and low energy for heating, respectively. Odor is deodorized in apparatus (38), when high odor is ejected from apparatus exterior. Odor is deodorized in apparatus (39), when low odor is ejected from apparatus exterior.    USE - For processing organic refuse.    ADVANTAGE - The organic refuse processing apparatus has excellent deodorizing capability and durability. The apparatus enables energy saving, and reduces content of organic refuse.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic refuse processing apparatus has organic refuse treatment tank, exhaust gas path (13) and deodorizing apparatuses (38,39) provided all over gas path. Apparatuses (38,39) have high and low deodorizing capability and require high and low energy for heating temperature rise, respectively. Organic material present in the organic refuse is fermentation decomposed to water and carbon dioxide in treatment tank, using metabolic capacity of microorganisms. Air containing moisture content present in decomposition product and organic refuse, is ejected to exterior through path (13). Odor is deodorized in apparatus (38), when high odor is ejected from apparatus exterior. Odor is deodorized in apparatus (39), when low odor is ejected from apparatus exterior. Apparatus (38) contains platinum catalyst. The apparatus (39) has adsorption agent or photocatalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the deodorizing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    exhaust gas path (13)    three-way valve (37)    deodorizing apparatuses (38,39)    heat exchanger (40)    heater (41)
NOVELTY - Filter (36) is arranged at the filter storing space (34) of a filter storing member (32) to filter liquid from a drain port (28) formed at the bottom end of a separation chamber (14). The filter storing space is connected to the drain port such that the filter does not receive the influence of the flow of gas in the filter storing space.    USE - For fuel cell of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Effectively removes impurities, e.g. metal ions, from fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of the vapor-liquid-separation device.    Separation chamber (14)    Drain port (28)    Filter storing member (32)    Filter storing space (34)    Filter (36)
NOVELTY - The water electrolysis apparatus (1) has pressure vessel (3) having multi-layered structure consisting of inner layer (14) and layer (15) other than inner layer, and water electrolyzer (2) installed in pressure vessel. The layer (14) is made of stainless steel, and layer (15) is made of steel having larger peel strength than stainless steel of inner layer.    USE - For electrolyzing water.    ADVANTAGE - The water electrolysis apparatus is economical, and corrosion of pressure vessel is prevented. The pressure vessel has improved pressure resistance, and reduced thickness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The water electrolysis apparatus (1) has pressure vessel (3) having multi-layered structure consisting of inner layer (14) and layer (15) other than inner layer, and a water electrolyzer (2) installed in pressure vessel. The electrolyzer electrolyzes water using a solid polymer film, by supplying electricity. Hydrogen and oxygen gas generated by electrolysis are removed from the pressure vessel. The layer (14) is made of stainless steel, and layer (15) is made of steel having larger peel strength than stainless steel of inner layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical sectional view of water electrolysis apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    water electrolysis apparatus (1)    water electrolyzer (2)    pressure vessel (3)    bottom wall (3a)    oxygen sensor (8)    inner layer (14)    outer layer (15)
NOVELTY - Water is activated by generating plasma discharge in water, and generates radical, while performing magnetization processing of to-be-processed water and sub-dividing cluster of water.    USE - For purifying water such as lakes, marshes and ponds, and water ejected from houses, factories and plants.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently enables purification of water. Total amount of radical generated in the water is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for water purifier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of the structure of the purifier.    magnetization-processing portion (1)    electrodischarge-treatment portion (2)    filtration processing portion (3)    tank (30)    filter (44)
NOVELTY - Discharge-type gas treatment equipment (10) comprises a conductor electrode (15) with a protrusion (15a) opposing a counter electrode (16) whose surface is covered by dielectric (17). The distance between the protrusion and the dielectric is set to be below predetermined value, such that the plasma discharge generated by applying required voltage between the electrodes starts from the periphery of the protrusion.    USE - Used for the treatment of exhaust gas ejected from a water treatment plant, livestock husbandry and factories.    ADVANTAGE - The equipment reduces the breakdown voltage and facilitates the control of the input voltage for continuous discharge.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of the discharge-type gas treatment equipment.    gas treatment equipment (10)    discharge power supply (13)    conductor electrode (15)    protrusion (15a)    counter electrode (16)    dielectric (17)
NOVELTY - The catalyst has metal oxide without copper and noble metal as main active component and the composite oxide of RE and transition metal as the catalytic assistant, heat stabilizing assistant, structure stabilizing assistant and active catalyst component support. The addition of the composite oxide of RE and transition metal raises the reaction activity of the catalyst as well as its strength and stability greatly. The preparation process may be co-precipitation one, isometric soaking one or hot decomposition one. In the co-precipitation process or soaking process, adhesive and pore creating agent are added, and the adhesive and pore creating agent is mixture water solution of organic acids, inorganic acids, pseudo-thin diasphore and polymer. The catalyst may be used in hydrogen source system of fuel cell with unstable operation.
NOVELTY - The catalyst has metal oxide without copper and noble metal as main active component and the composite oxide of RE and transition metal as transition layer assistant. Its preparation process includescoating transition layer assistant sol onto the carrier, drying and roasting, setting in boiled active component solution, heating the solution in the temperature raise rate of 1-2 deg.c/min to 130-190 deg.c, taking out the catalyst, blowing the catalyst to eliminate the residue in the catalyst passages, drying and roasting to obtain the catalyst. The catalyst needs activation before use, has methanol converting rate maintained in 100 % after use for 1000 hr and is suitable for use in hydrogen source system of fuel cell with unstable operation.
NOVELTY - The technology of purifying the particles using the cold plasma, including the semiconductor and ceramic material. The technology primarily used for improving the pureness of the silicon whose crystal and powder size ranges from 50microns to 150microns from 99% to 99.99%. The invention uses the vertical reaction chamber structure to increase the travel of the particle, and uses the air backblowing and adjusting the effective exhaust velocity to decrease the rate of descent and to collect the particle, and uses the shaking spreading to prevent the lumping of the particle, and the reacting gas divider up blows the gas evenly. All the steps can improve the purifying velocity and increase the settling time, and increase the quantity of the removal impurity in one deposition.
NOVELTY - A six layer make-up linkage operating biogas fermentation system is claimed where the up, meddle and down six make-up linkage technique is a high conformity, multi-effect complementation flow linkage with highly integrated operation. Fresh feces with 20% TS concentration can be sufficiently degraded, and gathering and maintenance of organic matter can be done at the same time, so the synthesis and concentration of organic acids, antibiotics and other drug ingredients can be realized. The concentrated liquid refuse has great biological agricultural chemical function, remarkable ecology fertilizer value on diseases of vegetables and tea cultivation and protection and control of epidemics of pastoralism and aquatic products. Simultaneous prosperity means and governing means are found for using feces of persons, birds and multipara. It is the initial technique of ensuring cycle using of feces.
NOVELTY - Biological composite fertilizer provides multiple-effect in water-holding and insect-protecteion for trees and vegetation. It solves the following problems: mono-nutrient, slow promotion of plant growth and low resistance to outer injury of natural organic domestic animal manure fertilizer; severe damage to the soil structure if used for a long time despite its strong promotion of plant growth, bad taste of fruit, reduction of nutrition and some pollution of the inorganic compound fertilizer.    USE - The composite is mainly used in ecological construction and soil improvement.    ADVANTAGE - The main advantage is the full and sufficient effect of the fertilizer, the good effect of water-holding, and strong effect of the anti-pest.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Biological composite fertilizer provides multiple-effect in water-holding and insect-protecteion for trees and vegetation. It solves the following problems: mono-nutrient, slow promotion of plant growth and low resistance to outer injury of natural organic domestic animal manure fertilizer; severe damage to the soil structure if used for a long time despite its strong promotion to plants growth, bad taste of the fruit, reduction of nutrition and some pollution of the inorganic compound fertilizer. The composite meets the demand of ecological construction in accordance with western exploitation strategy in our country. The composite comprises natural peat as the main component for the water-holding effect; domestic animal manure as organic fertilizer; azotobacter, phosphobacteria, potassium bacteria, Mongolian mushroom bacteria, beauveria and green muscardine fungus as immuno-biological insect protection. The composite is prepared by mixing above components with a specified amount of inorganic salt and a little rare earth element.
NOVELTY - The rapid production of biological diesel oil comprises the use of various animal and plant oil including rancid and recovered animal and plant oil as main material for ester exchange reaction with methanol or ethanol under the action of catalyst of mixed dodecyl sodium sulfate and sodium hydroxide inside a sealed container; and further separation, distillation and filtering.    ADVANTAGE - The process has the proper ratio between dodecyl sodium sulfate and sodium hydroxide and raised catalyst efficiency, and the ester exchange reaction is completed inside sealed container and at low temperature in a short production period, with low power consumption, low production cost and no environmental pollution.
NOVELTY - A method for getting latex to abstract natural plant enzyme belongs to the biological engineering field, needs to solve the problem that abstract plant enzyme technique and the 3 of remainder including flesh, mother liquor, root, leaf and stalk of after abstraction by rapidly drying in low temperature after separating 70% water content from latex. Its characteristics include: 1) separating 70% water content from latex by a centrifugal separator in a general temperature; 2) shortening the period for drying the materials in 56 degreesC, and the enzymatic activity is higher than 10000u/g; 3) use of the mother liquor for food and makeup ; 4) the remainder root, stalk and leaf are shattered 100 to produce the natural preparation of organic fertilizer for rubbish. The invention is used in abstracting a plant enzyme, and the systematic engineering of using the enzyme by using its auxiliary materials to sterilize rubbish.
NOVELTY - Collecting biogas from a landfill (1) having waste capped with gas-containment layer (7) over gas-permeable layer (5), comprises collecting biogas from an interior location through at least one gas-collection well (16), where if any biogas is collected directly from the gas-permeable layer, it is less than 10% of the volume of biogas collected through the well(s).    USE - For collecting biogas from landfill.    ADVANTAGE - Allows biogas to be very efficiently collected while minimizing entrainment of air into landfill and into the collected biogas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic outline of landfill biogas-collection system.    landfill (1)    well (3)    gas permeable layer (5)    gas containment layer (7)    entrainment zone (9)    gas collecting wellhead (16)    sensor (8)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell cartridge has a container (2) with opening (10) for supplying fuel. A fuel storage chamber formed inside the container receives the liquid fuel to be supplied to fuel cell. A circular tube connector (20) surrounding the opening has shape which varies according to the kind of fuel stored in fuel storage chamber.    USE - Connection structure of fuel cartridge for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Erroneous installation of fuel cell cartridge on the apparatus is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the connection structure of fuel cartridge for fuel cell.    Container (2)    Opening (10)    Circular tube connector (20)
NOVELTY - Procedure for reducing sludge volume from waste water, comprising injecting the sludge periodically, preferably once or twice a month, with mesophilic or thermophilic micromycetes at an appropriate temperature, preferably 15-75 degreesC, to generate enzymatic degradation, is new.    USE - Reducing the volume of sludge from an urban waste water treatment plant.    ADVANTAGE - The system reduces the volume of the sludge by 20-75 %.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Procedure for reducing sludge volume from waste water, comprising injecting the sludge periodically, preferably once or twice a month, with mesophilic or thermophilic micromycetes at an appropriate temperature, preferably 15-75 degreesC, to generate enzymatic degradation, is new. The treatment with the micromycetes takes places in a reactor (8) at a pH of 5.5-8, typically taking 7-15 days with gentle agitation. The micromycetes, selected from the species Penicillium, Trichoderma, Mucor, Galactomyces, Aspergillus, Fusarium, Geotricum, Phoma, Botrytis, Geomyces and mixtures of these, are cultivated in parallel in a separate reactor (9) that is connected to the first and is preferably thermostatically controlled. The injections are typically carried out monthly at a rate of 0.1-1 per cent of the treatment reactor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagrammatic representation of the treatment system.    Sludge storage or pre-treatment tank (2)    Activated sludge tank (3)    Sludge feed lines (7, 7a)    Treatment reactors (8, 8a)    Bioreactors (9, 9a)    Transfer systems (10, 10a)    Air intakes (12, 12a)    Aeration bars (13, 13a)    Agitator (14)
NOVELTY - A modifier (Y1) has vaporizer (1), reforming reactor (2) and pressure fluctuation suction type gas separation apparatus (5) which introduces hydrogen enriched reformed gas from reactor to adsorbing tower packed with adsorbing agent, to remove unnecessary component from reformed gas. The reactor utilizes vaporized raw material mixed gas from vaporizer which utilizes the reformed gas without unnecessary component as heat source.    USE - Hydrogen production system.    ADVANTAGE - Hydrogen is manufactured within short time and efficiently and saves resources.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the modifier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the hydrogen production system.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    vaporizer (1)    reforming reactor (2)    pressure fluctuation suction type gas separation apparatus (5)    hydrogen production system (X1)    modifier (Y1)
NOVELTY - Membrane electrode assembly (10) of an electric power generation unit (1) comprises oxidizer electrodes (12) and fuel electrodes (13) arranged through electrolyte membranes. A fuel flow path (3) of variable volume, includes connecting valve (4) for connecting electric power generation unit and a fuel tank (2) storing fuel to be fed to fuel electrodes, and a purge valve for replacing a gas in the fuel flow path.    USE - For use in small portable apparatus such as digital camera and laptop computer.    ADVANTAGE - The valves allow gas replacement when the fuel tank is attached to the electric power generation unit, and suppress the fuel consumption due to gas replacement. Thereby, enabling efficient use of fuel tank and reducing size of fuel cell allowing operation for a long time with stable power output.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of fuel cell.    electric power generation unit (1)    fuel tank (2)    fuel flow path (3)    connecting valve (4)    stacked membrane electrode assembly (10)    oxidizer electrode (12)    fuel electrode (13)
NOVELTY - A raw carbonaceous feed material such as rigid carbon block is provided in a high temperature molten salt electrolytic cell of a bipolar cell assembly. The carbon fuel produced by thermally decomposing the feed material, is converted into electrical energy. The heat which is generated during fuel conversion, is used for thermal decomposition.    USE - For high temperature, molten electrolyte, electrochemical cell such as bipolar electrochemical cell and homopolar electrochemical cell.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates fuel preparation stages and associated costs as the waste heat is used for thermal decomposition of feed material, thereby reducing time required for decomposition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of electrochemical cell.    heat exchanger (106)    porous ceramic matrix (110)    exhaust port (126)    carbon dioxide flow channel (132)    gas diffusion plate (144)
NOVELTY - Distilling a fluid mixture having components with different volatilities in a microchannel distillation unit (400C) involves flowing a vapor phase through the unit in a first direction; flowing a liquid phase through the unit in counter-current to the first direction; and flowing the mixture through a feed inlet of the unit into at least one microchannel distillation section (450, 450a).    USE - For distilling a fluid mixture for separating volatile components e.g. ethane and ethylene, styrene and ethylbenzene, cyclohexane and cyclohexanol or cyclohexanone, hexane and cyclohexane and oxygen and nitrogen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The process can separate components having volatilities very close to one another. The microchannels reduces the required flow length of the section dominated by mass transfer resulting in relatively short distillation units. Heat inputs and outputs can be closely integrated with microchannel vapor-liquid equilibrium stages resulting in processes that can approach reversible distillation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A part of the more volatile component is transfer from the fluid mixture to the vapor phase to form a more volatile component rich vapor phase and part of the less volatile component transfer from the fluid mixture to the liquid phase to form a less volatile component rich liquid phase. The distillation unit further comprises heat exchanger having heat exchange channel (460). A heat exchange fluid flows through the heat exchange channel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic illustration of a microchannel distillation unit.    distillation unit (400C)    liquid channel (430)    microchannel distillation sections (450, 450a)    heat exchange channel (460)    vapor channels (480, 486)    compressor. (490)
NOVELTY - A system (10) for producing hydrogen, comprises a reaction chamber having a wall (5); an anode (12) and a cathode (16) spaced apart from one another within the chamber; a conductive conduit for electrons (17) in electrical communication with the electrodes; a power source (18) for enhancing an electrical potential between the electrodes; and a first channel defining a passage from the exterior to the interior of the reaction chamber.    USE - For producing hydrogen (claimed) in fuel cells, commercial chemical reactions and food processing.    ADVANTAGE - The microbial oxidation of the organic matter provides a renewable source of energy for hydrogen production, and overall greatly reduces energy needed to produce hydrogen compared to using electricity produced by other ways. The electricity energy need extremely low as compared to the energy requirement for water electrolysis. Precious metal catalysts needed at the anode for water electrolyser systems are completely replaced by self-sustaining microbial biocatalysts. The system allows for the generation of hydrogen at relatively low applied potentials; and will have significant applications in a variety of power systems since it provides a significant cost savings in the large scale generation of hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The anode is porous to a liquid containing an organic substrate for anodophilic bacteria. The system further comprises a cathode protective layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a generalized schematic of an electrochemically assisted microbial fuel cell.    wall (5)    system (10)    anode (12)    cathode (16)    electrons (17)    power source. (18)
NOVELTY - A deep well geothermal hydrogen generator (10) comprises an electrolyzer (30) positioned within a deep well (12) at a depth of at least 500 feet; and at least one generator (20) having an input port and an output port. The output port is fluidly connected to the deep well and electrically connected to the electrolyzer for providing electrical energy to electrolyzer.    USE - For producing hydrogen gas with geothermal energy.    ADVANTAGE - The deep well geothermal hydrogen generator efficiently produces hydrogen gas with geothermal energy, and utilizes high water pressure to decrease dipole movement in water. The generator can utilizes within existing deep wells; and eliminates the need for electrolyte within the electrolyzer because of the increased dipole moment at deep depths. The compressed water has an increased dipole moment thereby allowing for increased separation of the hydrogen and oxygen gases from the water. The water is completely converted by the energy provided by the generator and all of the water is electrolyzed to facilitate continued flow of the water. The conduit extending from below the electrolyzer to above the electrolyzer, including a check valve, allows return of the concentrated electrolyte to be reused, and an additional check valve above the return prevents loss of electrolyte in times of low or zero flow. This process continues to provide a continuous supply of hydrogen and oxygen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the generator positioned near the lower or middle portion of the deep well.    deep well geothermal hydrogen generator (10)    deep well (12)    generator (20)    input port (22)    output port (24)    electrolyzer (30)    first pipe (40)    first lower valve (42)    first upper valve (44)    second pipe (50)    second lower valve (52)    second upper valve. (54)
NOVELTY - A waste containment facility (103) is formed at least partly from a gypsum stack (E). The facility is constructed and arranged to comprise concavity (109) for the storage or processing of waste.    USE - For storing or processing wastes in the form of solid, liquid, or gas, e.g. industrial waste, phosphate waste, biomass, refuse from community, and sewage (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive facility enables the creation of positive revenue stream from previously negative assets such as gypsum stacks.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (A) a method for forming a waste containment facility from gypsum waste, comprising providing a gypsum stack comprising gypsum waste, and excavating the gypsum stack to comprise at least one concavity suitable for storing or processing waste materials;    (B) a method of forming a gypsum stack to have concavity for storing or processing waste, comprising providing phosphogypsum waste to a site in the form of a slurry, and applying the slurry to a surface of the site such that the at least one concavity is formed; and    (C) a method for producing revenue from mineral waste sites, comprising providing a waste site suitable for having mineral waste (e.g. gypsum or phosphogypsum), forming the mineral waste into at least one concavity, and renting or leasing the concavity for the storage or processing of waste materials or biomass materials (e.g. sugar, sugar cane, sugar cane waste, seaweed, fish, fish water, shellfish, shellfish waste, agricultural waste, or forest waste), processing the biomass material into usable products, and selling the usable products.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an elevated side view of gypsum stack containment facility.    Containment facility (103)    Open concavity (109)    Control facility (131)    Gypsum stack (D)    Farm (F)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus has combustion unit, modification tube between inner cylinder (5) and outer cylinder (6), and combustion tube (11). Modification tube has catalyst layer (7) for converting fuel gas into reformed gas. Tube (11) introduces combustion gas produced by combustion unit to modification tube. The diameter of combustion tube continuously or periodically reduces towards tip portion (11a) from combustion unit.    USE - For fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus efficiently enables generation of hydrogen. The deformation of modification tube and catalyst under pressure is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen production apparatus has a combustion unit, a modification tube between an inner cylinder (5) and an outer cylinder (6), and a combustion tube (11). The hydrogen production apparatus obtains a reformed gas containing hydrogen by water vapor modification reaction using petroleum group fuel or alcohol. The combustion unit produces combustion gas. The modification tube has a catalyst layer (7) for converting fuel gas into reformed gas. The combustion tube introduces combustion gas produced by combustion unit to modification tube. The diameter of combustion tube continuously or periodically reduces towards tip portion from combustion unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    inner cylinder (5)    outer cylinder(7) catalyst layer (6)    combustion tube (11)    tip portion (11a)    combustion gas flow path (12)
NOVELTY - The modifier has a heating unit (16), a catalyst layer (10) provided between inner and outer cylinders (3a,3b), a combustion pipe (14), and a mixer (12) provided at lower portion of inner cylinder. The mixer carries out mixing of original fuel gas and water vapor. The modifier generates reformed gas containing hydrogen by supplying hydrocarbon group original fuel gas and water vapor to catalyst layer.    USE - For producing reformed gas containing hydrogen used for fuel cell used for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The modifier enables production of reformed gas having high quality. The mixing of original fuel gas and water vapor is highly improved. The destruction of catalyst and dispersion in modification by catalyst layer are suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The modifier has heating unit (16), catalyst layer (10) provided between inner and outer cylinders (3a,3b) and filled with catalyst, combustion pipe (14) provided inside cylinder (3b), and mixer (12) provided at lower portion of inner cylinder. The mixer carries out mixing of original fuel gas and water vapor. The catalyst layer is heated to predetermined reaction temperature using combustion gas produced by heating unit, which is provided at lower portion of cylinder. The modifier generates reformed gas containing hydrogen by supplying hydrocarbon group original fuel gas and water vapor to catalyst layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical sectional view of modifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    cylindrical portions (1-4)    inner cylinder (3a)    outer cylinder (3b)    combustion gas discharge pipe (6)    combustion gas exhaust passage (7)    reformed gas discharge pipe (8)    catalyst layer (10)    mixer (12)    combustion pipe (14)    heating unit (16)
NOVELTY - Gravity is applied to water (21) which mixed catalyst (3) for hydrogenation after applying magnetism to water, and hydrogen is separated and removed from water.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen used for fuel cell used for generating electric power, and as fuel for hydrogen fueled engines and raw material for hydrogenated water.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently and easily provides hydrogen, and is simple.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing apparatus of hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process drawing of the manufacturing method of hydrogen. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mixing vessel (1)    nickel catalyst (3)    water-vapor discharge port (10)    water (21)    magnet (61)
NOVELTY - Organic-waste raw material and bacteria inoculation liquid having methane-bacterium group are contacted, and organic acid is obtained. Extract having organic acid, and residue are separated. Organic acid in extract is fed to methane fermentation by methane-bacterium group, to obtain digestive liquid and biogas. Content of organic acid in extract is adjusted by recycling repeatedly digestive liquid as bacteria inoculation liquid.    USE - For manufacturing biogas.    ADVANTAGE - The biogas is efficiently obtained with high yield, without discharging large amount of digestive liquid. The manufacturing apparatus of biogas is compact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic-waste raw material and bacteria inoculation liquid containing methane-bacterium group are mutually contacted, and organic acid for methane fermentation is obtained. The extract containing organic acid, and a residue are obtained by solid liquid separation. The organic acid in the extract is subjected to methane fermentation by the methane-bacterium group, within a fermenter. A digestive liquid and biogas are obtained. The obtained biogas is purified. The content of organic acid in the extract is adjusted to 1-20 wt.% by recycling repeatedly the digestive liquid as bacteria inoculation liquid.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing apparatus of biogas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart illustrating the manufacturing method of biogas. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A viral particle (I) having a size of 0.1 microns, obtained by specifically infecting algae of Chaetocerous genus, and propagating the virus, is new.    USE - (I) is useful for preventing red tide (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) is highly economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) isolating (M1) (I), involves infecting the algae of Chaetocerous genus with liquid sample of (I), propagating the virus, filtering the contents, inoculating the obtained filtrate to a culture solution containing Chaetocerous genus, and cloning the virus by carrying out limiting dilution of culture solution in which algal dispersion is observed;    (2) subculturing (M2) (I), involves infecting Chaetocerous genus with (I), propagating the virus, centrifuging the culture solution containing Chaetocerous genus, in which algal dispersion is confirmed, and repeating the culturing process by inoculating the obtained supernatant liquid to a cultured solution suitable for culturing Chaetocerous genus;    (3) method of preserving and propagating (I), at a temperature of -196 degreesC to 20 degreesC;    (4) red tide (a condition accompanied by rapid proliferation of plankton and color change of sea water) repellent (II), comprising (I) as an active ingredient;    (5) preventing (M3) red tide, involves dispersing (I) and propagating the algae of Chaetocerous genus, in red tide water.
NOVELTY - The process uses waste fat to produce organic diesel oil. The process comprises using waste fat as raw material, pre-processing by removing the mechanical impurity, phosphatide and sterol and placing the waste fat in a reactor, then adding methanol and sodium methoxide catalyst. The percentage of the added sodium methoxide of the total weight in waste fat is 0.7-1.3%; the methanol's percentage is 15%-35%. The reaction temperature is controlled ranging from 30-60degreesC, and the reaction time is 40~90 minutes. After reacting, water scrubbing methyl estor layer and drying, organic diesel oil is obtained. The reaction lasts 2-3 hours and the conversion rate is higher than 95%. The value of cetane is larger than 50.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a method of preparing hydrogen by electrolyzing alcohols, which comprises the following steps: injecting the water solution of the alcohol to the electrolyser through the circulating pump, exerting certain direct current voltage on it, electrolyzing the alcohol to hydrion in the anode and generating carbon dioxide at the same time, then the hydrion diffuses to the cathodeand will be deacidized to hydrogen. The method is characterized in that the current voltage of electrolysis is below 0.7V, and has low energy consumption and low cost of the equipment.
NOVELTY - A composite alcohol-based fuel is prepared from the following raw materials (by weight ratio): methanol (15-60%); dimethyl ether (20-40%); gasoline or diesel fuel (40-65%), and succinimide (1-5%).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel has a high octane value, and gives more complete combustion and less waste gas emission by the engines.
NOVELTY - A process for preparing the hydrogen enriched gas by plasma reforming includes such steps as proportionally mixing low-C alcohol compound with water, regulating the electric conductivity of solution,putting it in a plasma reforming apparatus, applying 470-630 V voltage to generate glow plasma, and reforming the moleculae of raw material. Its equipment is composed of a plasma reforming apparatus and condenser.
NOVELTY - A process for treating the H2S and C2S in industrial waste gas by low-temp plasma method includes such steps as water-gas separation, low-temp plasma reaction of gas to convent H2S and C2S to non-oder low-poison SO2, optionally removing SO2, and discharging the treated gas.
NOVELTY - A biocatalyst of enzyme-bacterium complex which is an enzyme-bacterium complex, is new.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A biocatalyst of enzyme-bacterium complex comprising an enzyme-bacterium complex, a high effective biological catalyst with enzyme as them main and bacterium as the compound, a compound of organic and inorganic solutions. Can be applied in biological (n) of organic fertilizers, as well as that of organic rubbish in life, its main components include: enzyme extracting solution of animal enzyme extracting solution of plant, organic fertilizers solution and organic solution.    The preparing method for the biocatalyst of enzyme-bacterium complex.    Its enzyme element is 100000 or more than 1000000, enzymatic activity is 20000-80000 u, preserving rate of enzymatic activity (in normal temperature) is more than 150. The organic fertilizers processed by the complex can increase its effects by 1-3 times, without ova, bacterium or odor, it can be used directly to agricultural products as well as produces as well as produce solid organic fertilizers and organic compound fertilizers.
NOVELTY - Hydrogen-generating composition comprises hydrogen-producing hydride component(s) that react with water to produce hydrogen; hydrogen-producing metal component(s) that react with a chemical base to produce hydrogen; and a chemical base that stabilizes the hydrogen-producing hydride component(s) against reaction with water, and reacts with the hydrogen-producing metal component(s) in an aqueous reaction media.    USE - The invention is used for the production of hydrogen (claimed) for fuel cell power generators.    ADVANTAGE - The invention uses a low cost hydrogen-producing metal to replace expensive metal hydrides or other hydrogen-containing or hydrogen-generating materials.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for the production of hydrogen, comprising:    (1) providing the hydrogen-generating composition;    (2) dissolving the chemical base to destabilize the hydrogen-producing hydride components against reaction with water to produce hydrogen, and produce an alkaline solution;    (3) contacting the alkaline solution with the hydrogen-producing metal components to produce hydrogen; and    (4) contacting the one or more hydrogen-producing hydride components with water to produce hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the composition of specific energy density of various widely used energy sources with one variation of hydrogen source.
NOVELTY - Reformate cooling and humidifying device comprises heat exchanger having inlet, outlet, and conduit between the inlet and outlet, the heat exchanger being adapted to allow a flow of first fluid inside the conduit and to establish a heat exchange relationship between the two fluids flowing inside the conduit; and sprayer coupled to the outlet of heat exchanger for spraying the first fluid exiting the heat exchanger into the second fluid.    USE - For cooling and humidifying a reformate, or useful for a reforming system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reforming system has low density, imposes a low pressure drop on reformate stream, allows the reformate stream to transfer to the water a large amount of heat, and has a high heat transfer rate.
NOVELTY - Fuel reforming process is started by supplying air and fuel to an oxidation catalyst in a fuel reformer (1) such that catalytic partial oxidation takes place and hydrogen and carbon dioxide are generated as reactor products.    USE - For starting a fuel reforming process.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates the risk of damage of a fuel forming system by accidental freezing of water in a water tank by eliminating the need for having water stored in a water tank in order to start up a fuel reforming process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Starting a fuel reforming process involves heating an oxidation catalyst arrange in a fuel reformer; supplying air and fuel to the oxidation catalyst in the fuel reformer such that catalytic partial oxidation takes place and hydrogen and carbon dioxide are generated as reactor products; feeding the hydrogen created in the fuel reformer to a catalytic combustion reactor (3) arranged in a second reactor where steam is generated; and feeding steam created in the catalytic combustion reactor to the fuel reformer where the catalytic partial oxidation in the fuel reformer gradually changes into an auto thermal reforming process. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel reforming system comprising oxidation catalyst arranged in a fuel reformer; catalytic combustion reactor arranged for generating steam from hydrogen created in the fuel reformer; and feeding mechanism (5,5a) for feeding steam crated in the catalytic combustion reactor to the fuel reformer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows how the steam from a catalytic combustion reactor is recycled into the reformer and the reaction is changed from partial oxidation to autothermal reforming.    fuel reformer (1)    Gas-clean up reactor (2)    Combustion reactor (3)    Feeding mechanism (5,5a)
NOVELTY - An apparatus (10) comprises a pair of reservoirs (12, 14), each containing growth medium for supporting a biofilm and the apparatus is arranged to pump fluid from one reservoir to another so as to alternatively expose the biofilm within the reservoir in order to promote aerobic growth.    USE - For biologically processing fluid (claimed), particularly wastewater from industrial, commercial or residential sources for removing contaminants such as biodegradable organic carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus. The apparatus is also useful for production of large number of products by various means, e.g. fermentation process to produce ethanol, citric acid, acetone or penicillin or production of biogas for use as a fuel and for producing biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus is capable of effecting the aerobic processing of the fluid without requiring a separate supply of oxygen to be pumped through the fluid. The apparatus thus avoids the need for costly and complex additions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for biologically processing fluid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates a front elevation of the apparatus.    apparatus (10)    reservoirs (12, 14)    pumps (20, 26)    feed pipes (24, 30)    switches. (36, 38)
NOVELTY - A catalyst for producing a liquefied petroleum gas containing propane or butane as a main component by reacting carbon monoxide and hydrogen, comprises a palladium-based methanol synthesis catalyst component and a beta-zeolite catalyst component.    USE - The catalyst is used for producing a liquefied petroleum gas containing propane or butane as a main component (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has a longer catalyst life with less deterioration. It achieves high activity, high selectivity, and high yield.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a process flow diagram showing a main configuration of liquefied petroleum gas producing apparatus.    Reformer (1)    Reforming catalyst layer (1a)    Reactor (2)    Catalyst layer (2a)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a fuel producing device (4) for producing fuel for a fuel cell (3) by using a commercial power supply that is characterized in fuel producing device. The energy generated from the fuel cell is supplied as an auxiliary energy source to a fixing unit (5) of the image forming apparatus. Fuel transport lines between the fuel cell and the fuel producing device are constructed by an enclosed system.    USE - Image forming apparatus e.g. copier, printer, facsimile machine.    ADVANTAGE - The energy generated from the fuel cell is supplied as an auxiliary energy source to a fixing unit, thus effectively increasing the temperature of the fixing unit of the image forming apparatus, thereby avoiding insufficient power supply and achieving high-speed high-volume printing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an image forming method using an image forming apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view showing an image forming apparatus.    Fuel cell (3)    Fuel producing device (4)    Fixing unit (5)    Heat exchanger (10)    Pressure detector (13)
NOVELTY - Assaying antioxidant activity of oils involves adding ethane generator substrate and oxidative peroxyl solution to oil in water emulsion, measuring ethane produced by introduction into stream of inert gas containing precursor ions, ionizing reactive species to form product ions, analyzing ratio of product to precursor ions to provide absolute concentration of sample, analyzing each trace gas constituent and measuring ethene produced.    USE - For assaying antioxidant activity of oils.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The amount of ethane produced is measured by flow tube, drift tube or atmospheric chemical ionization methodologies i.e. by Selective Ion Flow Tube Mass Spectrometry.
NOVELTY - Porous sintered compact is obtained by molding and sintering titanium powder or titanium hydride manufactured by hydrogenation method.    USE - For use as power-supply component for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Porous sintered compact has excellent strength and porosity. Manufacture of the sintered compact is performed efficiently and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Titanium hydride powder is molded, dehydrogenated and sintered to obtain porous sintered compact. A titanium fiber is mixed with titanium powder or titanium hydride powder. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the manufacturing method of the porous sintered compact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart showing the manufacturing process of the porous sintered compact. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A process gas containing carbon monoxide is passed through a filled layer having a carbon monoxide adsorption material to remove carbon monoxide and form high purity process gas. The carbon monoxide adsorption material contains a carbon monoxide oxidation catalyst containing a manganese type catalyst and a copper salt, carried on a base material containing alumina, silica, zeolite and/or activated carbon.    USE - For production of high purity process gas such as high purity hydrogen gas for fuel cells or high purity nitrogen gas for semiconductor manufacture (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method generates process gas of high purity by effectively removing carbon monoxide contained in various gases as harmful impurity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A process gas containing carbon monoxide is passed through a filled layer equipped with a carbon monoxide adsorption material. The carbon monoxide in the process gas is removed and high purity process gas is formed. The carbon monoxide adsorption material contains a carbon monoxide oxidation catalyst containing a manganese type catalyst and a copper salt, carried on a base material containing alumina, silica, zeolite and/or activated carbon. The process gas excludes to-be-processed gas generated in fire field.
NOVELTY - The digestive decomposition agent contains composite-like substance e.g. humus obtained by performing high temperature fermentation of crushed tree materials using microbes such as Bacillus subtilis.    USE - For decomposing and digesting organic substance (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient and rapid digestive decomposition of organic substance, without using special installation. The method is simple and economical.
NOVELTY - The organic waste processing apparatus (14) has a fermenter (1), an insertion opening (11) for supplying organic waste to fermenter, a stirring apparatus, an air circulation apparatus, a drain path (3) and a detector (2). The fermenter decomposes organic waste supplied by opening (11). Drain path drains the condensed water condensed with heat exchanger (21). Detector detects the amount of condensed water provided to drain path.    USE - The apparatus is useful for processing organic waste (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste processing apparatus consumes less amount of electric power, and is easily maintained. The performance decrement of processing apparatus is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The organic waste processing apparatus has a fermenter (1), an insertion opening (11) for supplying organic waste to fermenter, a stirring apparatus for stirring organic waste, an air circulation apparatus, a drain path (3) and a detector (2). The fermenter has a base material (7) enabling culturing of aerobic microorganisms, and decomposes organic waste containing moisture content supplied by opening (11). The air circulation apparatus is arranged, such that the air in fermenter is returned to fermenter via heat exchanger (21). The drain path drains the condensed water condensed with heat exchanger. The detector detects the amount of condensed water provided to drain path.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of organic waste-processing apparatus.    Fermenter (1)    Condensed water amount detector (2)    Drain path (3)    Partition plate (6)    Base material (7)    Stirring shaft (8)    Insertion opening (11)    Organic waste processing apparatus (14)    Heat exchanger (21)
NOVELTY - A rotation shaft (5) provided with several stirring bars is inserted horizontally into a mixing vessel stored with organic waste. A separation and recovery unit (8) has screw which is rotated with cylinder (9) having several slits to recover granule from processed waste. The discharge port removes decomposition product generated from organic waste. A scraper launcher is installed at downward direction of mixing vessel.    USE - Organic waste decompose-treatment device for food processing industry, ordinary homes.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to recover useful solid substance from organic waste efficiently. Enables to convey organic waste efficiently without spilling or leakage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the organic waste decompose-treatment device.    organic waste decompose-treatment device (1)    rotation shaft (5)    separation and recovery unit (8)    cylinder (9)    motor (10)    outlet door (12)
NOVELTY - A spouted bed gasifier (6) gasifies organic waste after heating it. A cooler (7) cools the gasification product. A separator (8) removes the solid content from the cooled product. Another separator (10) separates the gasification product after carrying out pressure reduction using a pressure reduction valve (9).    USE - Used for the production of hydrogen and methane using organic waste such as organic sludge, municipal solid waste, livestock farming waste material and industrial sludge as raw material, and also used for a microparticle synthesis reactor or a supercritical water oxidation reaction apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal efficiency of the reactor is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of a supercritical water reactor.    heater (4)    spouted-bed gasifier (6)    cooler (7)    separators (8,10)    pressure-reduction valve (9)
NOVELTY - A decompose-treatment apparatus (20) has fixed and variable stirring blades attached to a rotary shaft. The variable stirring blade includes a fixed region and a variable region of specified length. The angle of curvature at the front end of variable region is adjusted according to the waste material state, by screwing in the male screw of the variable region into female screw of the fixed region.    USE - For disposing waste material of foodstuff and shell-fish shell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables disposing the waste materials effectively and reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the waste material disposal system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    decompose-treatment tank (20)    warm-air supply duct (30)    heat exchanger (50)    heater (56)    refrigerator (60)    air blower (64)
NOVELTY - A control panel (4) calculates the coefficient of variation of sum of fuel consumption rate of the fuel cell (1) and fuel consumption rate of fuel consumption apparatus (3). When the calculated value is more threshold value for predetermined period, the control panel reduces output of fuel consumption apparatus.    USE - Fuel cell co-generation system used for domestic purpose.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents interruption of fuel supply while reducing cost of co-generation system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for operation control method of co-generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of co-generation system.    fuel cell (1)    warm water supply system (2)    fuel consumption apparatus (3)    control panel (4)    gas meter (7)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen sulfide is removed from biogas containing a lower hydrocarbon and hydrogen sulfide so that the residual hydrogen sulfide density becomes a desired value. The obtained residual biogas is processed in presence of a catalyst to form aromatic compound and hydrogen.    USE - For manufacturing aromatic compound and hydrogen from biogas generated when processing various organic waste by methane fermentation.    ADVANTAGE - The method is inexpensive, and effectively decreases concentration of hydrogen sulfide in biogas.
NOVELTY - A fuel reformer (1) has a pair of electrode (2, 3) arranged opposing each other and discharged in a liquid fuel, a voltage applying unit (4) to apply voltage between the pair of electrodes, an intersection portion (6a) which crosses and connects centers of pair of electrodes at an angle of 90degrees, and comprising a diaphragm (6) having a pore (5). The fuel reformer produces reformed gas containing hydrogen from the liquid fuel.    USE - For modification of fuel and regulating exhaust gas from motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel reformer reduces starting time and response time of fuel, and generates reformed gas with high hydrogen concentration stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for modification of fuel, which involves applying voltage between pair of electrodes of fuel reformer, carrying out plasma discharge of fuel, and generating reformed gas containing hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the fuel reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel reformer (1)    electrodes (2, 3)    voltage applying unit (4)    pore (5)    diaphragm (6)    insertion opening (6a)
NOVELTY - The fermentation device of organic waste decompose-treats organic waste using microorganisms. Fermentation dried product of organic material is used to moisture-content adjustment material. Weight and volume reduction are carried out by adjusting average moisture content. Odor generation is reduced by carrying out simultaneous decomposition of vegetable oil during processing of organic material.    USE - For fermenting organic waste such as bean curd lees ejected from manufacturing process of tofu and soybean milk, and organic sludge ejected from foodstuff factory. Fermented product is utilized as raw material for fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste is economically and conveniently fermented with high efficiency, such that the weight and volume of organic waste is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The fermentation weight-and-volume reducing device of organic waste decompose-treats organic waste of high water content and nitrogen ratio using microorganisms. The fermentation dried product of organic material is used to moisture-content adjustment material. Weight reduction and volume reduction are effectively carried out by adjusting the average moisture content into 50% or less. Generation of odor is reduced by adding and carrying out simultaneous decomposition of vegetable oil during processing of organic material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional drawing of fermentation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fermentation floor (1)    stirring blade (2)    exhaust port (3)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing apparatus of reclaimed water having treatment tank (3), membrane filter (2) arranged inside tank (3) for filtering to-be-processed water (1), apparatus (10) for adding coagulant in tank (3), pump (5), reverse osmosis membrane (6), fouling inhibitor addition apparatus (7) and filtration water tank (4) for storing filtered water, is new. Pump removes and pressurizes filtered water from tank (4).    USE - For treating wastewater (claimed) and manufacturing reclaimed water.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing apparatus suppresses bio-fouling propagated based on nutrition salt, and produces reclaimed water effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Manufacturing apparatus of reclaimed water having treatment tank (3), membrane filter (2) arranged inside tank (3) for filtering to-be-processed water (1), apparatus (10) for adding coagulant in tank (3), pump (5), reverse osmosis membrane (6), fouling inhibitor addition apparatus (7) and filtration water tank (4) for storing filtered water. Pump removes and pressurizes filtered water from tank (4), is new. The membrane (6) carries out reverse osmosis processing of pressurized filtered water. Apparatus (7) adds fouling inhibitor in filtered water.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for water treatment method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the manufacturing apparatus of reclaimed water.    to-be-processed water (1)    membrane filter (2)    treatment tank (3)    filtration water tank (4)    pump (5)    reverse osmosis membrane (6)    fouling inhibitor addition apparatus (7)    coagulant addition apparatus (10)
NOVELTY - Paper crushed material, sewage dehydration cake and/or waste plastic ground material are mixed, and obtained product is dried after molding. Processing of sludge is enabled.    USE - For processing of sludge used for producing solid fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The processing of sludge is efficiently and economically enabled, and solid fuel with favorable calorific value is manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus of sludge. The apparatus has mixer (12), molding machine (13), drying machine (14), warm-air supplying unit, a stirring unit, and a warm-air recovering unit. The mixer mixes sewage dehydration cake, waste plastic ground material, and/or used paper-crushed material. The molding machine performs molding of obtained mixture to cylindrical shape. The drying machine performs warm air drying of molded product. The drying machine has conveyance belt having air permeability, and a drying chamber. The warm-air supplying unit supplies warm air to drying chamber. The stirring unit stirs warm air in drying chamber. The recovering unit recovers warm air from drying chamber. The conveyance belt has molding mounting portion for mounting molded product, at one end, and molding recovering unit for recovering molded product, at other end.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the processing of sludge. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    grinder (11)    mixer (12)    molding machine (13)    drying machine (14)
NOVELTY - The liquid hydrogen storage apparatus has a magnetic field generator for providing magnetic field to liquid hydrogen tank (1) containing liquid hydrogen (2). The apparatus maintains ortho hydrogen in liquid hydrogen tank and prevents vaporization of liquid hydrogen.    USE - For fuel cell vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid hydrogen storage apparatus suppresses evaporation of liquid hydrogen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the liquid hydrogen storage apparatus.    liquid hydrogen tank (1)    liquid hydrogen (2)    conducting coil (3)
NOVELTY - The culture net comprises poly lactic acid fiber. The mesh size and intersection strength of the net is 10-30 microns and 50N or more.    USE - The net is useful for culturing shellfish (such as surf clam, Japanese hard clam, ark shell, etc.,) and algae.    ADVANTAGE - The culture net prevents movement based on ecology activity of shellfish, etc., and increases the harvest amount. The waste processing of culture net can be performed efficiently by hydrolysis or using microbes, without causing environment pollution. The culture net has favorable biodegradability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) installation of culture net; and    (2) waste processing of culture net.
NOVELTY - An automated integrated portable bio-diesel production system for production of bio-diesel from the vegetable oils and the like oil sources are disclosed. The bio-diesel system facilities for automated generation of bio-diesel involving sources of vegetable oils such as ratanjot (Jatropha), Karanj cottonseed oil etc. The automated portable bio-diesel production unit is adapted for production of bio-diesel involving base catalysis for transesterification. Importantly, it is also possible to use the automated system to do acid catalysis for two-stage conversion of oils containing high fatty acid and saponifiable matter. The micro processor based control provided in the automated bio-diesel production system is directed to facilitate simple and fast generation of bio-diesel by way of an user friendly system and its process of operation. All the subsystem is integrated in one single body to make it user friendly and easily portable ready to use system. Image 0/1.
NOVELTY - The fluid from a pre-heater (5) is supplied to a heater (2) through the pipes and fluid from the heater is supplied to a distillation column (1). The temperature of the waste product ejected from the distillation column is higher than the distilled product. The waste product is supplied to the heater and to an evaporator (6) sequentially. The cooling fluid from the evaporator is guided towards the pre-heater.    USE - The method is useful for the evaporation of waste water, glue products of distillation equipment used in chemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural and food industries.    ADVANTAGE - Enables evaporation of the waste products without consumption of external calorific energy. Reduces cost of the evaporation of the waste products.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for evaporation installation of waste water, glue products.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of a distillation equipment.    Distillation column (1)    Heater (2)    Condensation equipment (3)    Pre-heater (5)    Evaporator (6)
NOVELTY - An alcohol-based liquid fuel is new.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel in this invention can replace other fuels for special cooking machine as cooking fuel. Its stability is high, burning is full, heat value is high, and no pollution to air. There is no residue, no fume and dust, no favor, no carbon deposition, and environment is not polluted, human body is not harmed. The fuel is almost no volatilization, and can dissolve in water, it can be damped down when it is firing, so it is safety and reliable.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The new alcohol-based liquid fuel comprises methanol (50-100 pts. wt.), ethanol 10-20 pts. wt.), acetone (2-8 pts. wt.), isobutyl alcohol (5-10 pts. wt.), hydrogen peroxide (0.5-5 pts. wt.), potassium permanganate (0.3-1.5 pts. wt.), camphor (1-3 pts. wt.), water (5-15 pts. wt.) and stabilizer (10 pts. wt.). The stabilizer comprises bean oil (3-8 pts. wt.), glycerol (0.5-3 pts. wt.), tung oil (1.5-4 pts. wt.).
NOVELTY - An alcohol gasoline comprises (weight ratio): alcohols (60-74%); gasoline of commercial label (19-33%); propanone (0.04-1%); non-ionic emulsifier (0.004-0.02%); crude benzene (5-10%); and dimethyl ether (1-3%).
NOVELTY - The production of a biological diesel oil comprises the use of activated solid alkali as catalyst, and carrying out ester exchange reaction under the condition that the proportion between alcohol such as menthol, ethanol, butanol and vegetable oil is 4:1-40:1, and the conversion rate is ca. 95%. The process further comprises distilling excessive menthol after reaction, filtering the liquid phase at a high temperature, separating the catalyst, and leaving the filtrate to stand for overnight stratification. The process further comprises distilling excessive menthol after reaction, filtering the liquid phase at a high temperature, separating the catalyst, and leaving the filtrate to stand for overnight stratification. The performance index of the bio-diesel meets that of 0#diesel. The process is simple, and the product and by-product are neutral, and therefore do not need the neutralizing washing. The final treatment is convenient and generates no waste water and the catalyst can be reused or used once only.
NOVELTY - A combined biological gasification stove and thermal cracking device has two biological gasification stoves, four U-shaped catalytic reactors, catalyst, an aerator and an air regulator. The gas produced in the gasification stove (1) is introduced to the catalyst (3), taking part in first thermal cracking; through modification by the aerator a part of the gas flow is introduced into the gasification stove and mixed with catalyst (11), taking part in second thermal cracking and the new produced gas flow is introduced to the catalyst (3) and for third thermal cracking; another part of gas flow is introduced into the gasification stove (26) and mixed with catalyst (21) for fourth thermal cracking, and is introduced into an upper catalyst (25) for fifth thermal cracking; and therefore, the oil tar is cracked thoroughly. The device has low production cost, convenient use, and improvement in oil tar cracking efficiency, gasifying efficiency and gas thermal value.
NOVELTY - The production of charcoal using agroforestrial solid waste comprises employing disintegrated agroforestrial solid waste as stock, mixing it with wood tar according to the mass ratio 2-5:1, extrusion molding, and feeding a retort with a formed stick for charring reaction, which comprises three parts; (1) heating to 120degreesC for 10-20 minutes; (2) heating 120-350degreesC for 220-240 minutes; and (3) heating to 350-450degreesC for 130-220 minutes; to give charcoal after the charring. The exhaust gas generated in the retort is introduced to a burner for burning, which offer a heat source for heating in the retort. The productivity is 40-46%, the energy consumption is low and there is little pollution.
NOVELTY - Microbe protein production method utilizing alcohol supernatant employs membrane separation technology, sufficiently utilizes the effective substances in the supernatant to produce the proteins. The invention improves the additional value of the by-products, lowers the consumption of the energy source and water with zero discharge, has great economic benefit and environmental protection benefit, and can promote the development of fuel alcohol.
NOVELTY - Method for transferring residual sludge into organic acid comprises using the residual sludge of the sewage treatment plant as raw material, transferring the organic substances in the residual sludge into organic acid by the action of the microbes in the residual sludge, wherein the temperature of the microbial action is 5-50degreesC, the pH of the microbial action is 3-10, and the time of the microbial action is 5 hours to 30 days.    ADVANTAGE - The invention reduces the pollution of the residual sludge and utilizes the sludge to produce organic acid with higher application value.
NOVELTY - The invention provides a method for preparing ethanol by acidified filtrate of pulping black liquor. The method includes uniformly mixing the acidified filtrate of pulping black liquor and wheat bran in the weight ratio of 6-8:1, hydrolyzing for 3-5 hours at 100-120degreesC, separating supernatant and fiber residue after stewing, regulating the pH value of the supernatant to 5-6, stirring and inoculating the fermenting enzyme to ferment in the fermentation tank under the temperature of 40-50degreesC for 45-55 hours to obtain the fermentation liquor containing 6-8% ethanol, distilling the fermentation liquor to obtain the finished product of ethanol.    ADVANTAGE - The invention can not only treat the black liquor of the paper mill, but also provide plenty of ethanol with high quality and low price for the energy source market, and recover the wheat bran produced in the pulping process.
NOVELTY - Biological hydrogen production method by culturing hydrogen production granular sludges to improve hydrogen production efficiency and stability characterized in charging methane floccule sludges into the reactor to make the volatile suspended solid density be 3-7g/L in the reactor, controlling the flow rate of the organic wastewater flowing through the reactor to make the organic wastewater stay in the reactor for 5-20 hours; regulating the solution pH to 4.0-4.5 in the reactor, and the hydraulic loading to 15-30g/(L.d) from 2-5g(L.d) by increasing 0.1-0.5g(L.d)day by day; steadily operating till a hydrogen production granular sludge containing butyric acid bacillus mainly and coccus forms in the reactor, then steadily operating till the volume of the hydrogen production granular sludges is 50-70% of the reacting area volume in the reactor.    ADVANTAGE - The invention solves the problems of low hydrogen production efficiency by floccule sludges, no steady and continuous hydrogen production existing in known biological hydrogen production method using organic wastewater, and the hydrogen production efficiency can be 1.22-1.37molH.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a semi-underground tunnel type methane reaction still comprising a stock preparation pool, a gas production pool and a stock discharge pool. The gas production pool is arranged in the center of the reaction still, the stock preparation pool and the stock discharge pool are respectively arranged on the two sides of the gas production pool; a front and a rear protection fence are respectively arranged along the ground circumferences of the stock preparation pool and the stock discharge pool, a water renewing tank communicating with the stock preparation pool via a water-renewing hole is arranged on the outer side of the stock preparation pool, a stock renewing bucket and a water supplying tube are arranged on the side of the stock preparation connecting with the ground, the outlets on the two sides of the gas production pool communicating with the stock preparation pool and the stock discharge pool are respectively a feed outlet and a discharge outlet; a feed device and a discharge device placed in the discharge tank are respectively arranged in the positions corresponding to the feed outlet and the discharge outlet; the gas production pool is equipped with a top cover plate on the top, the top cover plate is equipped with a methane outlet and a temperature detection hole, a temperature detector is arranged in the temperature detection hole; the gas production pool is equipped with a gas production operation device at the lower part of the pool, and a bottom tank plate at the pool bottom, the heat pipes are arranged in parallel under the bottom tank plate. The reaction still main body is assembled by sheets, so it is light, firm, durable, safe, highly effective, and convenient for installation.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a method and device for producing hydrogen-rich gas from biomass which comprises, biological mass thermal cracking, feeding the generated gas into solvent pyrolysis reactor, heating to 1000-1200 deg. C, heating the biological mass again.
NOVELTY - A production of fuel pellets from a biological material e.g. wood involves supplying the material to a drying step and dry the material to a humidity of 30 - 45 wt.%; supplying material to a reactor step and heating the material to 200 - 300degreesC by supply of steam; keeping material in reactor for 1 - 15 minutes to soften; and reducing pressure of reactor step in at least two steps, in order to defibrate the material and release of lignin, and supply material to an another drying step.    USE - For producing fuel pellets of biological materials, preferably sawdust, wood and similar materials (claimed), which can be used in fuel plants for heating purposes, steam production and as a reducing agent.    ADVANTAGE - The method prevents disintegration of the pellets and formation of large amounts of ash dust. The method can produce fuel pellets without the need for additives, and avoids dust formation and disintegration. The method optimizes the drying step by the use of two-stage drying, where the first stage is supplied with a large amount of air and heat and the second stage has an extended retention time. Hence, resulting in the possibility to obtain larger capacity in both the drying stages with an accompanying reduction of the energy consumption.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method further involves optionally pelletizing of the material. The retention time of the material in the drying step is in the order of 1-3 seconds. The retention time of the material in the reactor step is in the order of 1 - 15 minutes. The reactor step comprises at least two reactors and that the pressure reduction in the first step is performed by supplying surplus steam from the pressure relief of one of the reactors to the other reactor and that the remaining pressure in the reactor is being used to feed the material out of the reactor.
NOVELTY - High-pressure water vapor is injected to a processing container (2) in which waste material is supplied. The pressure of the container is maintained at 1.96 MPa or more and the temperature is raised. The injection of water vapor is terminated, when the material portion temperature in the downward direction of the processing container is in accordance with the cavity temperature in the upper direction of the container, and fuel is produced.    USE - Used for the production of fuel from waste material, such as organic refuse, fish residue, sludge and excrement.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel is efficiently produced from waste material having favorable recyclability and high moisture content, within a short period of time. A hazardous substance, such as dioxin, is removed during the processing of waste material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an apparatus (1) for the production of fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an apparatus for the production of fuel.    fuel manufacturing apparatus (1)    processing container (2)    stirring unit (3)    control unit (6)    silencer (7)    chiller (8)
NOVELTY - Production of combustible fuel from a gaseous mixture containing carbon dioxide includes capturing carbon dioxide from the gaseous mixture using potassium carbonate, forming potassium bicarbonate; releasing carbon dioxide from potassium bicarbonate; and subsequently producing fuel from the released carbon dioxide by reaction with hydrogen.    USE - For producing combustible fuel, e.g. methanol or methane, from CO2-containing gaseous mixture.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method enables production of combustible fuels using the highly available atmospheric CO2 as starting material and returning the CO2 produced by fuel combustion to the atmosphere, maintaining the equilibrium of CO2 in the atmosphere.
NOVELTY - Preparation of hydrogen (I) comprises: (a) evaporating water by provision of energy from renewable sources; and (b) carrying out dissociation of the water, in liquid or steam form, by provision of energy from renewable sources.    USE - The invention deals about a preparation of hydrogen (claimed), which is useful as an energy source to replace primary energy sources such as petroleum, natural gas or coal.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides (I) in large quantities that uses only energy from renewable sources. The method does not generate pollutants. The method is sustainable and clean method for the production of hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a system (A) for producing (I) comprising means for supplying water, means for producing steam from the water using energy from renewable sources and means for dissociation of the water, in liquid or steam form, by using energy from renewable sources.
NOVELTY - Production of esters from vegetal oils and animal fats involves: transesterification of vegetal oils or animal fats by reaction with an alcohol with low molecular weight in the presence of a catalyst comprising a metal (a1) salt of a carboxylic acid. (a1) is selected from metals having a stability constant of the complex with dibenzoylmethane logbetaDBM of 8.54 - 10.35 or selected from the fatty acids.    USE - For the production of esters from vegetal oils and animal fats (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method produces esters from vegetal oils and animal fats in high yield even in the presence of high concentrations of free fatty acids; with high transesterification conversions even in the presence of a substantial concentration of free acid such as greater than 1 wt.% at below 200degreesC. The method increases the transferification activity of the catalyst e.g. conversion obtained with stearate are always higher than those obtained with acetates when using an equivalent molar quantity of catalyst.
NOVELTY - A combination comprises at least one house with outgoing fermentable waste flow and outgoing waste water flow; at least one anaerobic waste fermentor with ingoing waste flow and outgoing fermentor gas flow; and at least one closed horticulture greenhouse. The fermentable waste flow runs out into the anaerobic waste fermentor, and the wastewater flow and carbon dioxide part of the fermentor gas flow runs out into the closed greenhouse.    USE - For treating waste flows from houses e.g. residential buildings, care centers, offices, shops, and livestock accommodation, and reusing the treated waste flows.    ADVANTAGE - The combination reduces consumption of energy, decreases carbon dioxide emission, and prevents intensification of greenhouse effect on the earth. The different waste flows are reused for the benefit of houses. The electric current generated by the gas turbine can be used during day to drive different installations and to provide the houses with electricity or can be stored for use during the night. The generated hydrogen is used to provide energy or to propel a vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The condensed flow and/or heat flow from the closed greenhouse is supplied to the house. The combination further comprises a gas motor, gas turbine or high temperature fuel cell placed in the fermentor gas flow for converting combustible part of the fermentor gas flow into water and carbon dioxide. A photovoltaic layer is arranged at least partially on the house for generating electricity from light, and hydrogen is generated using the photovoltaic electricity.
NOVELTY - A reaction between methanol and peroxide is initiated to produce a gas by contacting methanol and peroxide in the liquid phase and at a pressure equal to, below or above atmospheric pressure in the presence of catalyst having 7, 8, 9, 10 and/or 11 transition metal.    USE - For initiating a reaction between methanol and peroxide to produce gas, e.g. hydrogen, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, methane or oxygen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invented method allows methanol and peroxide to be directly reacted together without initially having to heat them to a high temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for carrying out a reforming reaction comprising storage mechanism containing methanol and peroxide; housing containing a catalyst having transition metal; and mechanism for introducing the methanol and the peroxide into the housing.
NOVELTY - Production of hydrogen gas involves reacting a carbon-hydrogen-containing species with water provided as a water reforming inflow at a reforming temperature to produce a primary reacted gas flow containing hydrogen gas; heating the carbon-hydrogen-containing species and water to the reforming temperature with solar energy; and preheating the water reforming flow by heat exchange from the primary reacted gas flow.    USE - For producing hydrogen gas (claimed) useful in fuel cell, gas turbine or industrial processing.    ADVANTAGE - The process is highly efficient, both in terms of energy usages and in terms of amount of hydrogen gas produced in relation to the amount of hydrocarbon consumed (four moles of hydrogen gas per mole of methane); and avoids burning of methane or consumption of other fossil fuels for heating.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method also involves reacting the primary reacted gas flow with water to produce additional hydrogen gas in a secondary reacted gas flow.
NOVELTY - A hydrogenation activity of catalyst comprising hydrogenation metal and crystalline molecular sieve is reduced by contacting the catalyst with hydrogen under sufficient conditions of temperature and pressure and for sufficient time to reduce the hydrogenation activity of the catalyst.    USE - For reducing hydrogenation activity of a catalyst comprising a crystalline molecular sieve and hydrogenation metal such as Group VIIB metal, and/or Group VIII metal (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive process causes hydrogenation activity of the treated catalyst to be reduced to greater than or equal to40 (preferably greater than or equal to50)% percent in comparison to the untreated catalyst. It eliminates or reduces the hydrogenolysis activity of the treated catalyst to greater than or equal to75%. The invention provides a process for reducing the hydrogenation activity of a catalyst that avoids treating the catalyst with sulfur compounds.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen separation apparatus (30) has a controller (70) that controls the warming-up of hydrogen separation unit (60), such that the hydrogen separation unit is warmed-up along downstream side, rather than upstream side, where the hydrogen separation unit outputs hydrogen extracted from the supplied reformed gas.    USE - In fuel cell system (claimed) for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen separation unit is warmed-up uniformly in short time, thereby achieving uniformity during warming-up of fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system; and    (2) warming-up control method of hydrogen separation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    fuel cell system (10)    fuel cell (20)    hydrogen separation apparatus (30)    blower (40)    hydrogen separation unit (60)    controller (70)
NOVELTY - A ground waste material is burned at predetermined temperature in a gasifier (3). An amount of air (Q2) of external temperature for dispersing raw material, amount of preheating air (Q4) and an amount of residual air are supplied to gasifier. Heat exchange of preheating air is carried out with gas ejected from gasifier with air preheater (5). The temperature in gasifier is controlled by ratio of preheating air and residual air.    USE - For temperature control of gasifier used for gasifying ground waste material, such as refuse used for producing fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature control of gasifier is efficiently enabled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the systematic view of gasifier.    screw feeder (1)    grinder (2)    high temperature gasifier (3)    air preheater (5)    waste heat boiler (6)    air for raw material (Q2)    preheating air (Q4)
NOVELTY - Organic material contained in organic waste is decomposed by methane-fermentation sludge at 60degreesC or more. Methane fermentation of the decomposed product is carried out in anaerobic atmosphere. The methane fermentation sludge used for decomposition is the sludge obtained at methane fermentation process and is used without solid-liquid separating the methane-fermentation processed material.    USE - For processing of organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables rapid and economical processing of organic waste, with suppressed environmental pollution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic-waste processing apparatus.
NOVELTY - The waste treatment equipment has treatment tank (10b) for decomposing waste material by fermentation, heating deodorizing unit for carrying out heating deodorizing of exhaust gas accompanying the treatment tank and releasing odor generated in the treatment tank, exhaust duct (26c) arranged in the treatment tank, and circulation duct.    USE - For treating organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - The waste treatment equipment is inexpensive. Effective usage of hot exhaust heat of deodorizing device for heating of gas in the treatment tank is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The waste treatment equipment has treatment tank for decompose-treating waste material using force of microorganisms, heating deodorizing unit for carrying out heating-deodorizing of exhaust gas accompanying the treatment tank and releasing odor generated in the treatment tank, exhaust duct arranged in the treatment tank, and circulation duct. The exhaust duct induces the exhaust gas from the heating deodorizing unit out of the treatment tank. The circulation duct is provided at outer side of the exhaust duct, such that two path of intake passage of external air and circulation channel path of gas in treatment tank is divided, and heat exchange between the hot exhaust gas in exhaust duct and gases in the circulation external air is carried out.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the gas flow path of the waste treatment equipment.    treatment tank (10b)    exhaust duct (26c)    catalyst heater (27a)    oxidation catalyst (27b)    duct (32)
NOVELTY - A gas detection chamber (15) provided at the vicinity of the gas sensing element (1), includes an opening (16) and a valve (17) for ejecting the gas in the chamber.    USE - Used in solid-polymer electrolyte fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Reliably prevents water content in the gas detector being retained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solid-polymer electrolyte fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the gas detector.    gas sensing element (1)    discharge pipe (14)    gas detection chamber (15)    opening (16)    valve (17)
NOVELTY - The high-pressure vessel has a container main structure (1) made of steel, hydrogen penetration prevention metal film (3) coated in container inner surface, and a cover material (2) airtightly provided at end(s) of container main structure.    USE - For high-pressure hydrogen used for fuel cell electrical vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The high-pressure vessel has excellent water resistant material embrittlement property. The hydrogen penetration prevention metal film is obtained by simple and economical process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The steel is chromium-molybdenum steel or chromium-nickel-molybdenum steel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the high-pressure vessel.    container main structure (1)    cover material (2)    hydrogen penetration prevention metal film (3)
NOVELTY - A feeding mechanism (2) supplies organic waste into a carbonization furnace (5). An agitator (9) stirs the organic waste in the furnace such that carbonization gas is generated during stirring. The combustion gas is supplied into the furnace from a combustion gas inlet (3d). Carbonization gas is ejected through an exit (3c).    USE - Used for the carbonization of organic waste such as foodstuffs residue, organic waste and plant waste.    ADVANTAGE - The offensive odor component in the exhaust gas from the carbonization apparatus is reduced. Maintenance costs are reduced by reducing the deposition of tar and soot in the pipes. The carbonization time is reduced by eliminating the need for secondary processing of the organic waste.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A carbonization apparatus has an agitator with spiral blades for stirring the organic waste. A combustion source (7) maintains the combustion furnace at a fixed temperature to continue combustion of the carbonization gas. A heat exchanger (8) exchanges heat of exhaust gas with the water or air. A shutter (4) is arranged between the gasification carbonization furnace and the feeding mechanism to interrupt heat from the carbonization furnace.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the carbonization apparatus for organic waste.    feeding mechanism (2)    exit (3c)    combustion gas inlet (3d)    shutter (4)    carbonization furnace (5)    combustion source (7)    heat exchanger (8)    agitator (9)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen production apparatus (10) has a modifier (18), tank (24) for storing water, water electrolysis tank (30) and hydrogen supply line. The modifier produces hydrogen from hydrocarbon raw material. The tank (30) produces hydrogen from water supplied from tank (24). The hydrogen supply line supplies hydrogen generated by the electrolysis tank to modifier.    USE - For fuel cell system (claimed) used for generating electric power in hotels, hospitals, homes and factories.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration of catalyst at the time of starting or shut down of modifier is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system (40);    (2) starting of hydrogen production apparatus; and    (3) shut down hydrogen production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of fuel cell system having hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production apparatus (10)    modifier (18)    circulating water tank (24)    water electrolysis tank (30)    fuel cell system (40)
NOVELTY - Impact hydraulic pressure processing (3) of organic waste is carried out to generate impact hydraulic pressure. Cytoplasmic membrane destruction of microorganisms is carried out before dehydration processing (7) of organic waste. Thus, processing of organic waste is carried out.    USE - For processing organic waste such as sewage sludge, livestock excrement, purification tank sludge, garbage, and various biomass.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient processing of organic waste with respect to supplied energy. Destruction capability of cytoplasmic membrane is improved. Generation amount of dehydration cake and moisture content of dehydration cake are reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic waste processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a flowchart which shows processing of organic waste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    sludge thickening process (1)    impact hydraulic pressure process (3)    methane fermentation process (5)    dehydration process (7)
NOVELTY - An agitator has an arm attached to a shaft installed inside a methane fermentation fermenter. The length of the arm is set such that the tip of the arm extends above the liquid level in the fermenter when the arm is oriented upwardly in the fermenter. The shape of the bottom face of the fermenter is formed such that blind spots of stirring are not produced in the bottom face.    USE - Desulfurizing type methane fermentation apparatus used to perform methane fermentation of organic waste such as food-processing residue and livestock excrement to produce biogas.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficiently mixing produced biogas and air, above the liquid level. The propagation of sulfur oxidizing bacteria is promoted. Enables effectively removing hydrogen sulfide from biogas. The scum formed on the fermented-liquor surface layer is destroyed by the stirring effect of the agitator. The stirring efficiency is improved as blind spots of stirring are eliminated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the fermenter.    fermenter (1)    liquid level (2)    arm (3)    air supply device (6)    desulfurized biogas discharge portion (7)
NOVELTY - An organic waste recycling system (1) has organic waste decompose treatment apparatus, dry distillation thermal decomposition processing apparatus (3), heat exchanger (4) and fermenter (5,6) having oil jacket provided in decompose treatment apparatus. Fermenter is heated by surplus heat produced by apparatus (3) as heat source through heat exchanger. Organic waste decompose treatment is promoted using moderate thermophilic bacteria.    USE - For recycling organic waste.    ADVANTAGE - The organic waste recycling system decreases electric power cost, carries out temperature distribution in fermenter stably, and produces high quality recycled material safely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the recycling system of organic waste.    organic waste recycling system (1)    dry distillation thermal decomposition processing apparatus (3)    heat exchanger (4)    fermenter (5,6)    cooler (10)
NOVELTY - A mixed gas (1-20 volume%) of hydrogen and water vapor is added to raw material lower hydrocarbon gas. Catalytic reaction is performed, using a catalyst (20) having metallic element or metallic element compound supported on porous metallosilicate, to obtain aromatic compound and hydrogen.    USE - For catalytic aromatization of lower hydrocarbon used for manufacture of aromatic compound and hydrogen (claimed). The aromatic product is used as a raw material in chemical industry while hydrogen is used for fuel cell and semiconductor manufacture.    ADVANTAGE - When methane alone is used as the raw material, the catalyst deteriorates due to the formation of a carbonaceous precipitate, but when hydrogen and water vapor are added to the methane, they are able to react with the precipitated carbon and remove it from the catalyst surface, thereby extending the catalyst life without significantly reducing the generation rate of aromatic product or hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of aromatic compound and hydrogen; and    (2) catalytic aromatization apparatus having raw material lower hydrocarbon gas introductory portion (11), gas discharge portion (12), catalytic reaction container (10) having catalyst (20), product separation unit (30) for separating hydrogen from exhaust gas and gas recirculation path.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the catalytic aromatization apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    catalytic reaction container (10)    gas introductory portion (11)    gas discharge portion (12)    catalyst (20)    product separation unit (30)
NOVELTY - Utilizing geothermal heat comprises withdrawing a heat transport fluid from the earth at superambient temperature via a production well and supplying the fluid to an electrolyzer.    USE - Utilizing geothermal heat, especially to run a fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an installation for energy and/or hydrogen production using geothermal heat, comprising a production well and an electrolyzer.
NOVELTY - Disclosed is a method for purification and recovery of methane with purity of 80-90 %, yield of 80-95% from refuse landfill gas, comprising compression, desulfurization, refrigerating liquid separation, temperature swing adsorption (TSA) and pressure swing adsorption (PSA). The desulfurization procedure adopts special type active carbon and iron oxide compounding desulfurizer, the total sulfur after desulfurization is less than or equal to 20 mg/m3; the refrigerating liquid separation system temperature is 4-10degreesC, most of water and high boiling point substances are removed; the adsorbent in TSA adopts alumina and silica gel or alumina and active carbon in a volume ratio of 1:2-10, wherein the alumina is filled in the entry end of the adsorbent bed, the silica gel or active carbon is filled in the exit end of the adsorbent bed, the adsorbent in TSA will also adopt alumina, silica gel and active carbon in a volume ratio of 1:2-10:2-10. Evacuation desorption technology is used in PSA, the adsorbent uses alumina and silica gel with a volume ratio of 1:3-10, an adsorbent pressure of 0.2-2.5 MPa(G), an evacuation pressure of -0.05- -0.09 MPa(G). The product methane is obtained in the adsorption step, and the method is suitable for purification and recovery of methane with higher purity from refuse landfill gas.
NOVELTY - A biofilm reactor (10) comprises horizontal layers (16, 18) of growth medium arranged in a stacked array. Each layer has a fluid entrance end (20) and a fluid exit end (22). The exit end of each layer is in fluid communication with the entrance end of the layer.    USE - For treatment of wastewater or sewage.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive biofilm reactor is improved and has a small footprint. It is effective and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of biologically treating a fluid, comprising causing the fluid to flow sequentially over horizontal layers of growth medium having a biofilm, the direction of flow of the fluid being caused to reverse from one layer to the next.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure illustrates a sectioned side elevation of a biofilm reactor.    Biofilm reactor (10)    Horizontal layers (16, 18)    Fluid entrance end (20)    Fluid exit end (22)
NOVELTY - A rapeseed alkyl-ester composition comprises less than 7%, 6.5%, 6%, or 5.5% mono-alkyl ester(s) of saturated fatty acids, based on the total weight of mono-alkyl ester of fatty acids.    USE - The rapeseed alkyl-ester composition is useful as biodiesel (claimed), or as additive in other composition such as fuel. It may be used as solvent to dissolve petroleum.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive composition exhibits good oxidation stability. This lessens the risks of hydroperoxide generation, preventing peroxidation chain mechanism which damages the fuel system components, and reduces fuel darkening and formation of insolubles, sediment and gum. The composition shows good cold weather performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for preparation of rapeseed alkyl-ester composition by transesterification of rapeseed oil containing less than 7% (preferably 5.5%) saturated fatty acids, based on total weight of fatty acids.
NOVELTY - Flocculating microorganisms comprising contacting the microorganisms with a cationic flocculating agent, contacting the microorganisms with an anionic flocculating agent, and flocculating the microorganisms, is new.    USE - The method is useful for flocculating microorganisms for use in the manufacture of animal feed, animal feed supplement, fertilizer, fertilizer ingredient, and soil conditioner (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inventive method is capable of increasing the rate and extent of flocculation of naturally flocculating microorganisms. For microorganisms that are not naturally flocculating, the method artificially flocculates these microorganisms for use in separating the microorganisms from bulk fluids. The method catalyzes flocculation of microorganisms and controls the rate and extent of flocculation during separation of microorganisms from bulk fluids.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a microorganism flocculated by the inventive method;    (2) treating a biomaterial waste stream to remove pollutants and to generate a product using the flocculated microorganism;    (3) uses of the flocculated microorganism;    (4) a feed composition comprising an animal feed blend and the microorganism;    (5) an animal feed supplement comprising the microorganism; and    (6) sedimenting microorganisms, comprising contacting the microorganisms with a cationic flocculating agent, contacting the microorganisms with an anionic flocculating agent, flocculating the microorganisms, and sedimenting the microorganisms.
NOVELTY - Recovering wastewater originating from Methanol production process or Methanol to Propylene process involves: conducting the wastewater to a saturator column of a Synthesis gas Production Unit (a) for saturating a hydrocarbon gas stream of (a).    USE - For recovering wastewater originating from Methanol production process or Methanol to propylene process useful as boiler feed water (claimed), and agricultural water.    ADVANTAGE - The process eliminates process equipment associated with the biological treatment of wastewater, as the water is routed directly to the saturator column in the Synthesis Gas Unit thus resulting in savings in capital costs; reduces the operating costs associated with biological treatment of wastewater; provides significant quantities of good quality water for use in e.g. irrigation, recreational use, and integration into the utility networks of neighboring companies; allows availability of water from the Gas to Liquids complex as a saleable product generating additional income; eliminates the requirement for make-up water from the Raw Water Treatment Plant to the demineralization unit under normal operating conditions; reduces the design capacity of the Raw Water Treatment Plant thus resulting in savings in capital costs; and saves capital costs by routing wastewater directly to the saturator column without first being treated in a primary distillation section.
NOVELTY - Production of hydrogen involves contacting a steam feed stream with a proton conducting membrane (m1) supported on a porous redox stable substrate, through the substrate, applying a DC voltage across an anode coupled to other side of (m1) to dissociate a part of the stream, into protonic hydrogen and oxygen at the anode, passing protonic hydrogen through the membrane, to form molecular hydrogen at the cathode. (m1) is non-permeable to molecular gas and to oxide ions.    USE - For the production of hydrogen useful as a fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple, produces hydrogen with improved efficiency and reduced cost. The method makes it possible to dissociate water into hydrogen and oxygen and at the same time separate the hydrogen from the oxygen. The method provides hydrogen gas, which is free from oxygen, steam and other gases, thus avoiding the need for any downstream separation of gases. Also the electrolysis and separation out of hydrogen gas, is achieved without the need for any expensive precious metal catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a steam electrolyzer apparatus comprising a dense proton conducting membrane non-porous to molecular gas and supported on a gas permeable, chemically and mechanically stable; and electronically conducting substrate. The membrane is coupled at the substrate supported side to an anode for connection to a positive voltage and to a steam inlet and oxygen outlet for feeding a steam feed stream into the substrate and exhausting oxygen gas released, and its other side to a cathode for connection to a negative voltage and a hydrogen gas outlet for exhaustion of hydrogen gas released at the cathode.
NOVELTY - Plant/soil activation liquid is manufactured by adding phytogenic fermentation material (obtained by blending an enzyme or an enzyme-producing beneficial microbe with brown sugar produced from sugarcane) to mineral ion water of sulfuric acid, and performing symbiotic incubation under aerobic conditions.    USE - For activating plants such as fruits and vegetables (e.g. grapes, pineapple, apple, pear, melon, strawberry, loquat, fig, banana, garlic Aloe arborescenes, carrot, cabbage, plum, peach, sprout of pineapple needle, turmeric, mountain strawberry, mountain grape, papaya, Akebia quinata, silver vine, etc) and grains (e.g. barley, soybean, malt, rice, cornstarch, etc), and irrigation soil.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to produce the plant/soil activation liquid from easily available raw material, at low cost. The liquid is safe for use and does not cause environmental pollution like chemical fertilizer. The plant/soil activation liquid improves yield of crops, taste, appearance etc, by foliar application or soil irrigation, promotes growth of plant and improves health.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for use of the plant/soil activation liquid by applying the liquid on leaves and/or irrigating soil before start of putrefaction and after sugar content solution fermentation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fermentation step in the production of plant/soil activation liquid. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A catalytic reforming process comprises determining a concentration of the carbon monoxide in the net hydrogen product stream and reducing the flow rate of the reforming catalyst passing through the reforming zone to reduce the concentration of carbon monoxide in the net hydrogen product stream.    USE - The process is for producing a net hydrogen product stream containing no carbon monoxide. The produced net hydrogen product is useful as a source of high-purity hydrogen in the modern petroleum refinery.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive reforming process is capable of reducing the concentration of carbon monoxide in net hydrogen-rich gas by lowering the catalyst circulation in the reforming reaction zone. The undesirable production of carbon monoxide in the hydrogen off-gas is reduced if not eliminated by preventing or minimizing the amount of moisture carried by the regenerated catalyst into the reforming zone.
NOVELTY - A catalytic reforming process comprises operating the first catalytic zone at a first inlet temperature; and operating the second catalytic zone at a second inlet temperature that is less than the first inlet temperature. The step of operating the second catalytic zone is achieved in a heater that is operated below its maximum heating capacity to obtain a net hydrogen product stream.    USE - The inventive process is for producing a net hydrogen product stream useful as source of high purity hydrogen in the modern petroleum refinery. It is use in the petroleum refining industry for improving the octane quality of hydrocarbon feedstocks. It is used in producing motor gasoline.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive process provides high purity hydrogen from naphtha catalytic reformer. The inlet temperature of the second catalytic zone is reduced, and the inlet temperature of the first catalytic zone is increased, thus restoring the original predetermined conversion or product octane and reducing the concentration of carbon monoxide in the net hydrogen product stream.
NOVELTY - The conversion of an alkane to an oxygenated product involves reacting an alkane with a first bromide salt (S1) in a first reactor to produce an alkyl bromide, a hydrobromic acid, and a second bromide salt (S2); reacting hydrobromic acid with a metal oxide in a second reactor to produce water and (S1); and reacting alkyl bromide with metal oxide and water in second reactor to produce an oxygenated product and (S1).    USE - Used for the conversion of an alkane to an oxygenated product e.g. alcohol or ether.    ADVANTAGE - The reaction can be carried out at low initial capital equipment costs and low operating costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The conversion of an alkane to an oxygenated product involves reacting an alkane with a first bromide salt (S1) in a first reactor to produce an alkyl bromide, a hydrobromic acid, and a second bromide salt (S2). (S1) and (S2) include a transition metal having a higher valence state and a lower valence state and the transition metal is at higher valence state in (S1) and at lower valence state in (S2); reacting hydrobromic acid with a metal oxide in a second reactor to produce water and (S1); reacting alkyl bromide with metal oxide and water in the second reactor to produce an oxygenated product and (S1); purging the first and second reactors with an unreactive gas to remove any hydrocarbons from the first and second reactors; regenerating metal oxide in the second reactor by reacting oxygen with (S1) in the second reactor to produce metal oxide and bromine; regenerating (S1) in the first reactor by reacting bromine with (S2) in the first reactor to produce (S1); and purging the first and second reactors with an unreactive gas to remove any oxygen from the first and second reactors.
NOVELTY - An industrial composting system (10) comprising a receiving station (12) including hoppers for receiving and dispensing organic matter and structural elements, e.g. wood chips; a mechanical transfer assembly; several composting cells (46) disposed in a ring-shaped configuration (48) having a broken cross-section; and a pilling conveyor with input end positioned at a central point (52) of the ring-shaped configuration, is new.    USE - For automated large sale transformation of organic matter into compost (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system is simple and efficient. The broken ring-shaped configuration allows easy access to the composting cells and the telescopic pilling conveyor provides even pilling of the organic material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An industrial composting system comprises a pilling conveyor that is rotatable around the central point and has a telescopic output end for unloading the organic matter and structural elements on the composting cells. The hopper comprises a funnel-shaped receptacle having an input top end and an output bottom end. The mechanical transfer assembly comprises a transfer conveyor extending between a receiving station and the pilling conveyor. The system further comprises an automated control system controlling the flow control mechanism, the mechanical transfer assembly and the pilling conveyor; and a bio-filter disposed along the ring-shaped configuration inwardly of the composting cells. The composting cell comprises a water-proof platform and a ventilation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows top view of the composting system.    Composting system (10)    Receiving station (12)    Transfer conveyor (42)    Composting cells (46)    Ring-shaped configuration (48)    Central point. (52)
NOVELTY - A screening apparatus (100) comprising a static screening surface (35a) with several openings; a vessel (102) for holding the screening surface; and an aerator, where the apparatus has an upstream area (110) under ambient pressure with a first static head and a downstream area (112) with a second static head and the screening surface intercepts water flowing between the upstream and downstream areas, is new.    USE - In water treatment system for treating water (claimed); for screening raw sewage in shipboard application; to protect membrane filtering surface; to remove algae or floc in surface water or to enhance coagulation filtration applications.    ADVANTAGE - The screening apparatus protects the downstream membranes. The screening apparatus may be placed directly in front of the membranes to protect them from contamination in upstream parts of the membrane system. The screening apparatus allows the membranes to be packed at higher density or operated at increased flux or reduced cleaning or aeration. The assembly replaces, removes or reduces the need for head work screening.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus comprising a membrane assembly immersed in a tank; and a screening apparatus to intercept water flowing to inlet or from inlet to membrane assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic side view of the screening apparatus.    Static screen (35)    Screening surface (35a)    Screening apparatus (100)    Vessel (102)    Upstream section (110)    Downstream section. (112)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a reaction vessel in which the reacting liquid are introduced. An ultrasonic probe provided at the bottom of the reaction vessel, detects a position of a boundary surface of the reacting liquid and another ultrasonic probe provided at the side wall of the reaction vessel, provides compensation of sound velocity in the reacting liquid.    USE - For producing hydrogen used as fuel in home, industrial site, vehicle or aircraft from reacting liquid such as hydriodic acid (HI) solution and sulfuric acid solution, using iodine-sulfur process.    ADVANTAGE - The position of an interface or a surface boundary of liquid in a reaction vessel can be easily measured with high precision, in a non-contact manner, regardless of change of propagation speed of ultrasonic waves inside the reacting liquid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view explaining principal of an IS process.
NOVELTY - Method of processing organic waste products (I) into fuel comprises homogenizing the waste products, heating and pressurizing the waste products, removing water from the waste products, separating a selected constituent of the waste products from the waste products into a waste stream and blending a fuel with the waste stream to form a bio-fuel mixture (I).    USE - The method is useful to produce fuel from (I) (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method improves fuel efficiency with the intent to enable easy replacement of the more complex and costly existing reciprocating gasoline engines presently used in most automotive applications.
NOVELTY - Method involves gathering, piling, and compacting wood wastes and binding at gathering sites by means of manual or hydraulic devices; transporting bundles or rolls of predetermined sizes to utilization places for further burning without additional processing. Apparatus has self-propelled vehicle with trailer. Apparatus may be furnished with manual or hydraulic compacting device.    USE - Forestry, in particular, utilization of wood wastes as fuel in fuel-energetic engineering.    ADVANTAGE - Optimized cutting area works and reduced costs for effectuating the same.4 cl, 5 dwg
NOVELTY - Case (10) has a reforming portion (10a) and a vaporization portion (10b). A gas introduction chamber (13) at the lower side of reforming portion is connected to lower side of the vaporization portion through a hole. The water fed from a pipe to the vaporization portion descends after reaching the upper portion of the vaporization portion and is transferred to the gas introduction chamber through the hole.    USE - Reformer for fuel cell used for electric-power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Since the movement path of water from the water inlet of the vaporization portion to the gas introduction chamber is set long, water is vaporized stably to produce water vapor. The fluctuation in the volume of produced water vapor is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for fuel cell structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the fuel cell.    reformer (2)    case (10)    reforming portion (10a)    vaporization portion (10b)    gas introduction chamber (13)
NOVELTY - The container (1) includes a frame (110) in which timber is accommodated. An internal heating pipe (2) is arranged inside the frame. A suction inlet is formed in the heating pipe, at an air horn vicinity of the charcoal-making furnace to suck high temperature gas. An exhaust hole (23) is formed in the heating pipe to eject gas from the container.    USE - Container for charcoal making furnace.    ADVANTAGE - Enables uniform heating of the timber and thereby improves yield of the charcoal. Shortens carbonization time by improving the thermal efficiency of the furnace.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The frame is provided with a heat insulating material to suppress radiation of the heat to the bottom portion of the frame. The reverse side edge of the heating pipe is covered by a shielding board (21). The charcoal is manufactured in the container from the timber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top and sectional views of the container. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    container (1)    internal heating pipe (2)    shielding board (21)    exhaust hole (23)    cylindrical plate (112)
NOVELTY - The gas purification apparatus has a moving bed-type removal apparatus (5), which moves a removal-agent layer and updates the layer, and a fixed bed-type removal apparatus (7) in which the layer is fixed. The apparatus (7) is arranged on the downstream side of apparatus (5). The layer is formed by filling removal agent, which allows a gas obtained by gasifying biomass thermochemically to pass through, and removes tar.    USE - For removing tar from gas obtained by gasifying biomass such as saw dust, coppiced timber, chaff, palm oil residue, construction produced timber, marine organism resources, forest resources, agricultural product and livestock products.    ADVANTAGE - The gas purification apparatus is compact, economical, and efficiently removes tar from gas. Smooth driving of the gas purification apparatus is carried out without clogging, even if large amount of tar is removed. The removal agent is efficiently regenerated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The removal agent is carbon agent, preferably activated carbon. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for regeneration of used removal agent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of structure of the gas purification apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gasifier (1)    temperature regulator (2)    dust removal apparatus (3)    moving bed-type removal apparatus (5)    fixed bed-type removal apparatus (7)
NOVELTY - A sewage gas electric power generating apparatus has sewage gas preprocessor (8) having flow through space and bubbling mechanism in which bubbling of sewage gas is introduced and carried out into retained water. The gas flows at flow rate of 0.1 m/second or less in the flow through space. The electric power generating apparatus uses the sewage gas obtained by carrying out methane fermentation of organic waste as fuel gas.    USE - As fuel cell power generating device and gas engine electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The sewage gas electric power generating apparatus is inexpensive and driven stably and efficiently. The apparatus removes foreign material effectively from sewage gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of the sewage gas electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    purification tank (1)    desulfurizing tower (2)    gas holder (3)    sewage gas preprocessor (8)    water treating unit (10)
NOVELTY - The desulfurizing system (10) has desulfurizer (12), desulfurized raw material tank (13) and return flow path (15), and is used for manufacturing hydrogen from a hydrocarbon raw material. The desulfurizer removes the sulfur compound contained in the hydrocarbon raw material. Tank (13) stores desulfurized hydrocarbon raw material. The return flow path circulates desulfurized hydrocarbon raw material from the tank to desulfurizer.    USE - For manufacturing hydrogen from hydrocarbon raw material (kerosene), used in hydrogen production system for fuel cell system (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The desulfurizing system prevents coking troubles at the time of system shutdown.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) shutdown of desulfurizing system;    (2) hydrogen production system; and    (3) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of desulfurizing system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    desulfurizing system (10)    raw material tank (11)    desulfurizer (12)    desulfurized raw material tank (13)    return flow path (15)
NOVELTY - The organic refuse water content separation apparatus (4) has organic refuse insertion opening (34) at one end (23) and organic refuse discharge port (36) at other end (25). A sending screw (22) is arranged from one end towards other end, in inclined state. The organic refuse fermenter (40) connected to organic refuse discharge port, has insertion opening to conduct.    USE - For processing organic refuse obtained at kitchen in home environment.    ADVANTAGE - Processes organic without applying time and effort efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) organic refuse water content separation apparatus; and    (2) organic refuse processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the organic refuse processing apparatus.    organic refuse water content separation apparatus (4)    sending screw (22)    one end of separation apparatus (23)    other end of separation apparatus (25)    organic refuse insertion opening (34)    organic refuse discharge port (36)    organic refuse fermenter (40)
NOVELTY - The screen (12) for carrier separation, is installed in the outflow side wall surface (11) of the treatment tank (1a) containing microorganisms fixing support in the floating state. The potential energy is converted into kinetic energy, based on the water level difference with upstream side waste water, so that the to-be-processed water is circulated in the circulation ducts (17,17a) from outflow side to inflow side.    USE - For treating waste water such as sewage water or sludge.    ADVANTAGE - The to-be-processed water is circulated in the treatment tank at the time of power failure, since the carrier or the airborne microbe is returned to inflow side without requiring external energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for biological treatment method of waste water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the waste water treatment tank.    treatment tank (1a)    dividing wall (10)    outflow side wall surface of treatment tank (11)    screen (12)    circulation ducts (17,17a)
NOVELTY - A stirrer stirs the organic matter in the treatment tank (3). A controller (36) controls the deodorizing apparatus (21), according to the odor level detected by the odor detecting unit (35). The controller stops the running of deodorizing apparatus, when the odor level is below disregard level.    USE - For use as organic refuse disposer for processing organic matter such as organic refuse ejected in process of manufacture of foodstuffs.    ADVANTAGE - Decreases the power consumption since the running of the deodorizing apparatus is minimized according to odor level. Minimizes the time and effort of the user in switching the deodorizing apparatus according to the odor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the organic refuse disposer.    organic refuse disposer (1)    treatment tank (3)    deodorizing apparatus (21)    odor detecting unit (35)    controller (36)
NOVELTY - Decomposing (M1) antibiotics, involves processing the antibiotics using microorganisms capable of decomposing antibiotics and chosen from microorganisms belonging to Proteobacteria, gram positive low GC content bacteria, and gram positive high GC content bacteria, is new.    USE - (M1) is useful for decomposing antibiotics (claimed) such as ampicillin, oxytetracycline and thiamphenicol in water and soil obtained from bottom of sea, and for bioremediation of water and sea bottom soil contaminated with antibiotics.    ADVANTAGE - (M1) enables effective decomposition of antibiotics contained in water and soil obtained from bottom of sea.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) RA4 strain capable of decomposing ampicillin;    (2) RO1 strain capable of decomposing oxytetracycline; and    (3) RT1 strain capable of decomposing thiamphenicol.
NOVELTY - Thermal decomposition gas which flows out of thermal decomposition device (1) is supplied to cyclone type dust collector (7) and fine solid content contained in the gas is collected. The gas form the dust collector is supplied to a condenser (6) and condensed, and thus the thermal decomposition gas is processed.    USE - For processing of thermal decomposition gas generated from thermal decomposition device of plastic such as waste polystyrene.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables efficient processing of thermal decomposition gas and collection of fine solid content in gas. Adhesion of solid content to cooling pipe of condenser is prevented. Extension of degree of freedom of ejection operation is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus of thermal decomposition gas, which has cyclone type dust collector provided at the out flow path of thermal decomposition gas, and condenser provided at the exhaust passage of gas which flows out of the dust collector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process flow diagram of processing of thermal decomposition gas.    thermal decomposition device (1)    condenser (6)    cyclone type dust collector (7)    dust bunker (8)    sedimentation tank (9)    decompression device (10)
NOVELTY - A woodchip from which lignin is removed, produced by removing lignin from woodchips having a honeycomb structure, by bleaching, is new.    USE - The wood chip is used as an organic substance decomposition adjuvant, used for processing of organic refuse and disposal of excreta (claimed), and also as culture bed as microorganism.    ADVANTAGE - The lignin removed woodchip has excellent long-term preservability, and organic substance biodegradability. The lignin is effectively removed from woodchip (timber). The honeycomb structure of woodchip is maintained even though after subjecting to bleaching. The organic substance decomposition adjuvant containing the lignin removed wood chip enabled efficient processing of organic refuse and disposal of excreta, without generation of odor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A woodchip from which lignin is removed, produced by removing lignin from woodchips having a honeycomb structure, by bleaching. The lignin removed woodchip is impregnated with wood vinegar.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an organic substance decomposition adjuvant;    (2) processing of organic refuse;    (3) disposal of excreta;    (4) manufacture of lignin removed woodchip; and    (5) manufacturing apparatus of lignin removal woodchip.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the manufacturing apparatus of the lignin removed woodchip.    pipe (20)    cover component (22)    flow path (24)    partition plate (28)    pipe unit (32)
NOVELTY - The mixed gas containing hydrocarbon gas and oxygen-containing gas is supplied to fuel cell (1) through modifier (2). The oxygen-containing gas is supplied to cell through alternative pathway. The partial oxidation modification reaction is produced during temperature rise of modifier, and subsequently water vapor is supplied to modifier. The supply of oxygen-containing gas is stopped to set water vapor modification reaction.    USE - For operating fuel cell structure for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - By supplying water vapor to the modifier, the carbonaceous precipitate is prevented effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) modifier; and    (2) battery structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory diagram of the fuel cell structure.    fuel cell (1)    modifier (2)    combustion zone (3)    vaporization chamber (41)    modification catalyst (49)
NOVELTY - Process of water electrolysis comprises use of an electrode comprising at least an oxide material (I).    USE - The process is useful for the production of hydrogen as an energy vector.    ADVANTAGE - The process: is simple and inexpensive; and provides high yield, and high temperature, which provides better electric output and thermal energy (utilized in electrochemical conversion).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Process of water electrolysis comprises use of an electrode comprising at least an oxide material (I) of formula A2-x-yAaxAbyM1-zMazO4+delta.    A, Aa = metallic cation belonging to the group formed by lanthanides and/or alkaline and/or alkaline-earth;    Ab = cationic absence, i.e. vacancy of cations A and/or Aa;    M, Ma = metal belonging to the group formed by metals of transition elements;    y = 0-0.3 (preferably 0-0.2);    delta = -0.1-0.25 (preferably 0-0.10);    x = 0 or 1; and    z = 0 or 1.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also include for electrolyzer for water comprising an electrochemical cell containing a solid electrolyte, cathode and an anode (comprising (I)).
NOVELTY - Method for biological utilization of co-substrate (I) in the biological sewage- and mud treatment, where (I) is preferably plant and/or other biodegradable organic substances, comprises mincing (I) in a macerator and providing it into a mixing container, hydrolyzing and preacidifying the mixture.    USE - (I) is useful in the biological sewage- and mud treatment (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is a stabilized method and high amount of biogas is obtained by the method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Method for biological utilization of co-substrate (I) in the biological sewage- and mud treatment, where (I) is preferably plant and/or other biodegradable organic substances, comprises mincing (I) in a macerator and providing it into a mixing container, the primary sludge is brought from the preliminary sedimentation tank into the mixing container, hydrolyzing and preacidifying the mixture in a separating step, where the aqueous phase is added into a Bio-P-basin or in the denitrification basin and simultaneously the solid phase of the separating step is led into a septic tank.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a method for reducing nitrogen oxide and its system. It is characterized by that firstly, the nitrogen oxide and organic compound reducing agent can be passed through the low-temperature plasma reactor to obtain activation, then passed through the catalytic reaction bed in which the metal oxide catalyst is placed, and finally the nitrogen oxide can be reduced into nitrogen gas, and organic compound reducing agent can be propene or propane, and the metal oxide catalyst can be Ag/Al2O3, In/Al2O3 or Sn/Al2O3.
NOVELTY - A sunlight catalyzed TiO2 photocatalyst for treating the color sewage containing dyes (methyl orange, methylidyne blue, etc) is prepared from TiO2 particles through doping with Fe ions and metallic ions in Fe(NO3)3 and H2WO4, and treating by hydrogen plasma.
NOVELTY - The sensible heat of waste gas from power generation equipment (21) within virtual area having energy consumption equipments (23), is recovered as hydrogen or mixed gas of carbon monoxide and hydrogen by modifying dimethyl ether or methanol. The obtained hydrogen or mixed gas is supplied as fuel for energy consumption equipment or chemical raw material within energy supply and demand grid or another energy supply and demand grid.    USE - For supplying energy for fuel cell vehicles, transportation and consumer applications.    ADVANTAGE - The unused waste heat from power station is effectively utilized, and energy produced from waste heat is effectively supplied to several applications.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The sensible heat of waste gas from power generation equipment, combustion equipment or transport equipment (21) within virtual area (energy supply and demand grid) having several energy consumption equipments (23), is recovered as hydrogen or mixed gas of carbon monoxide and hydrogen by modifying dimethyl ether or methanol. The obtained hydrogen or mixed gas is supplied as fuel for energy consumption equipment or chemical raw material within energy supply and demand grid or another energy supply and demand grid.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for energy supply system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the energy supply and demand grid in iron mill or large-scale factory. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    power station (21)    plant (22)    building (power consumption equipment) (23)    dimethyl ether tank (24)    dimethyl ether/hydrogen station (25)    fuel cell automobile (26)
NOVELTY - A surface expression vector of a target protein comprising a fadL gene encoding an Escherichia coli outer membrane protein (FadL), an antibiotic-resistant gene, a promoter, a gene encoding a target protein, and a gene recombinant which is constructed, to be expressed on the surface of the cell in a form fused with the FadL protein if the target protein-encoding gene is expressed in a host cell, is new.    USE - The surface expression vector of a target protein is useful in recombinant live vaccines, in screening of various peptides or antibodies, in whole-cell adsorbents for heavy metal removal or waste water treatment, or in whole cell bioconversion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a microorganism transformed with the surface expression vector;    (2) a method for the cell surface expression of a target protein;    (3) a bioconversion method using the cells which are produced by the method of cell surface expression of a target protein and have a target protein with enzymatic activity expressed on their surface;    (4) a method for producing protein arrays which comprises immobilizing the cells which are produced by the method of cell surface expression of a target protein, and have a target protein expressed on their surface, on the surface of a substrate;    (5) a method for preparing antibodies in vertebrate animals;    (6) a method for producing a chiral compound, which comprises optically resolving a racemic ester compound into chiral ester, chiral organic acid or chiral alcohol by lipase, using the lipase expressed on the surface of the cells produced by the method of cell surface expression of a target protein; and    (7) a method for improving a target protein.
NOVELTY - A biodiesel composition comprises a branched fatty acid ester as a base fuel, and petroleum diesel (0-98%).    USE - For use as an alternative fuel source.    ADVANTAGE - The biodiesel is easier to formulate and use. It is prepared with a high conversion rate, increased selectivity towards branched monomeric isomers, and which employs a reusable catalyst. It replaces the exhaust odor of petroleum diesel with the pleasant smell of popcorn or French fries.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a motor fuel comprising a mixture of conventional mineral oil motor fuels and biodiesel comprising branched fatty acid ester.
NOVELTY - Composition of matter having a mechanism of cellular metabolic increase to optimize efficiency in processes that depend upon living organism metabolism for their operation and/or product production.    USE - (I) is useful to: treat all waste water to reduce its overall biochemical oxygen demand, solids content and improve its settability; increase production of extracellular products by stimulation of beneficial microorganisms to increase their utilization substrates; increase production of alcohol and other fermentation processes using microorganisms; increase yield of antibiotics and other biotechnology products produced from cultivation of microorganisms where (I) is used to activate the microorganisms to a greater rate of respiration and thus conversion of substrate to usable product; reduce hydrogen sulfide odor from a waste water system; optimize agricultural supplements including fertilizers and crop stimulants by stimulation of soil microorganisms; control aquatic algae growth in ponds, lakes and lagoons by stimulation of microorganisms and their consumption of otherwise available nutrients; optimize environmental remediation of hydrocarbon spills; increase the production of methane in anaerobic environments; reduce the TKN in wastewater; reduce the sludge in lagoons, digesters and sludge storage tanks; and reduce odors in animal housing units and CAFO's (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) stimulates biological activity and both environmentally and physically safe.
NOVELTY - Composting method includes blending of waste from poultry industry or stock-raising with microbial materials providing solid phase fermentation of obtained mixture. Consortium based on strains of bacterium Baccilus subtilis, fungi Trichosporon cutaneum, Trichoderma viride Sp., Fusarium sambucinum and yeast S.cerevisiae diastaticus taken in equal ratio is used as composting stimulator.    USE - Agriculture, biotechnology.    ADVANTAGE - Effective method for compost production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Composting method includes blending of waste from poultry industry or stock-raising with microbial materials providing solid phase fermentation of obtained mixture. Consortium based on strains of bacterium Baccilus subtilis, fungi Trichosporon cutaneum, Trichoderma viride Sp., Fusarium sambucinum and yeast S.cerevisiae diastaticus taken in equal ratio is used as composting stimulator. Consortium is introduced into composting substrates in form of liquid suspension or dehydrated biomass at a concentration of 0.005-0.05 % based on composting mixture, conditioned at a temperature of 20-65degreesC and humidity of 35-50 % for 4-7 days depending on retreating waste composition. Dolomite chips are added into compost in amount of 5 wt.% based on composting mixture.
NOVELTY - The present innovation deals with early-spring treatment of bee families. The suggested method for stimulating biological viability in bees deals with the impact upon brood chamber space with bees with the help of cold plasma flow. The source of cold plasma should be replaced above the channels along slotted lattice being fixed above the upper planks of brood chamber lattices. This impact should be conducted for 15 min both in the morning and in the evening. Equipment suggested to fulfill this method includes the source of cold plasma consisting of high-frequency generator, its output is loaded onto low-voltage wrapping of a plasmotron. High-voltage wrapping of a plasmotron is connected with an irradiator with its one end in case of its another free end. The irradiator is designed to be with multi-specular sharp ends covered with silver layer. The innovation suggested enables to increase viability in bees at the period of early spring.    USE - Apiculture.    ADVANTAGE - Higher efficiency of stimulation.3 cl, 3 dwg
NOVELTY - A multifunctional wave charcoal kiln (1) is obtained by mixing ore powder, shellfish shell powder and bamboo charcoal powder with baked clay and refractory cement during kiln construction.    USE - For manufacture of charcoal and bamboo acid liquid.    ADVANTAGE - The multifunctional wave charcoal kiln produces bamboo acid liquid having high alkalinity, reduces toxic material and produces abundant mineral. The management of temperature in the kiln is easy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the charcoal kiln.    charcoal kiln (1)    bamboo material (3)    pine material wood (4)    shellfish shell material (5)    lid (7)
NOVELTY - Fats and oils are co-existence with alcohol and alkali catalyst, subjected to ester-interchange, and glycerol is removed as a byproduct. Acid and water are add-mixed to the resulting product, neutralized, washed, and subjected to heating dehydration treatment at normal pressure to obtain petroleum alternate fuel.    USE - For manufacturing petroleum alternate fuel such as bio-diesel fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently and economically provides the high-quality petroleum alternate fuel having excellent workability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing apparatus of the petroleum alternate fuel, which uses a single container for manufacturing the petroleum alternate fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the processing flowchart of the manufacturing method of the petroleum alternate fuel. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The combustion apparatus has temperature detecting units (26) to detect temperature of the combustion region (18) which burns mixed gas of town gas, liquefied petroleum gas and off gas (unreacted hydrogen gas) from fuel cell, a control unit (22) to receive data of the temperature detecting unit and determine the combustion state of combustion region, and a ventilation control unit (21).    USE - For hydrogen production device.    ADVANTAGE - The combustion apparatus improves the modification efficiency of the hydrogen production device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of hydrogen production device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    hydrogen production device (1)    combustion region (18)    ventilation control unit (21)    control unit (22)    temperature detecting unit (26)
NOVELTY - The method involves detecting adhesion amount of carbonized material inside a reaction tube (2) of thermal decomposition device (1) corresponding to feed rate of melting plastic supplied from apparatus (4) with respect to a predetermined value.    USE - For detecting abnormality in supply of melting plastic to thermal decomposition system for waste plastic.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents occlusion of thermal decomposition device due to adhesion of carbonized material inside the reaction tube, effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) abnormal-stop method of thermal decomposition system; and    (2) abnormal-stop apparatus of thermal decomposition system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the thermal decomposition system.    thermal decomposition device (1)    reaction tube (2)    supply apparatus (4)    gas generator (5)    condenser (6)
NOVELTY - Processing biomass for manufacturing manure comprising integrating biomass of mown plants on vicinity of root of tree (2), where the tree is covered and fixed with protective cover (3) of biomass, is new.    USE - For processing of biomass used for manufacture of manure and fertilizer.    ADVANTAGE - The processing of biomass of mown plants is simply and efficiently enabled, without affecting environment and performing waste material treatment. The processed biomass is used for fertilizer. Generation of weeds is prevented by covering tree with protective cover.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of protective cover. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Tree (2)    Protective cover (3)    Pile (6)    String (7)
NOVELTY - The controller (1A) reads the prestored load data indicating the amount of hydrogen supplied from gas storing device (103) to fuel cell, and generates a driving pattern based on the read load data and detected residual pressure of gas storing device. The controller controls the operation of the hydrogen production apparatus (101) according to the determined driving pattern.    USE - For controlling operation of hydrogen production apparatus for supplying hydrogen to fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables producing hydrogen economically and efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of a operation controller of hydrogen production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    operation controller (1A)    load data storage program (8)    load prediction program (9)    driving pattern determination program (10A)    hydrogen production apparatus (101)    gas storing device (103)
NOVELTY - The outer surface of manure raw material (17) is covered with a heat insulating material of high air permeability, and air (20) is supplied from the lower portion of the manure raw material, and fermented aerobically to obtain manure.    USE - For manufacture of manure.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing method of manure reduces manufacturing time effectively, and does not require complicated installations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The outer surface of manure raw material (17) is covered with a heat insulating material of high air permeability, and air (20) is supplied from the lower portion of the manure raw material, and fermented aerobically to obtain manure.    The heat insulating material is expanded polystyrene bead layer having high biodegradability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the outer-surface portion and expanded portion of manure raw material during manufacture of manure.    manure raw material (17)    outer surface (18)    air (20)
NOVELTY - The foodstuffs waste treatment process involves supplying zeolite and aerobic microbe such as yeast, Actinomyces, fungi, Lactobacillus and non-fermentative gram-negative bacteria to organic refuse disposer, followed by supplying foodstuffs waste material to the foodstuffs waste treatment portion and incinerating the waste material. 90% of the waste material is incinerated and the remaining 10% is used as livestock feed.    USE - For producing livestock feed and soil improvement material.    ADVANTAGE - The foodstuffs waste material is not incinerated with fuel, hence production of environmental pollutant such as dioxin is restrained. The method enables efficient waste processing without generating unpleasant smell and waste discharge during treatment process. The waste processing can be performed efficiently in short period (all claimed). The method provides an eco-friendly environment, and is simple and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The foodstuffs waste treatment process involves supplying zeolite and aerobic microbe to organic refuse disposer, followed by supplying foodstuffs waste material to the foodstuffs waste treatment portion and incinerating the waste material. 90% of the waste material is incinerated and the remaining 10% is used as livestock feed. The zeolite has sponge-like structure and adsorbs moisture content and gas. The zeolite has favorable hardness, cation exchange ability and base-exchange property. The aerobic microbes are composite microbes of non-spore gram positive bacteria, aerobic spore forming bacteria, mesophile, thermophilic bacteria, gram positive coccus of catalase positive, yeast, Actinomyces, fungi, Lactobacillus, non-fermentative gram-negative bacteria and anaerobic spore forming bacteria.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the diagram of organic refuse disposer.
NOVELTY - Treating organic wastewater comprising performing aerobic organism processing at load (I) of 1 kgBOD/m3/day or more, where the treated water is subjected to aggregation separation using a coagulant and the aggregation separated water is further biologically treated by performing aerobic organism processing at load (II), which is less than load (I), is new.    USE - For processing of organic wastewater, such as sewage treatment wastewater and industrial treatment wastewater.    ADVANTAGE - The processing of organic wastewater is efficiently enabled using simple and compact apparatus, and treated water is obtained with high quality and reliability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow chart of wastewater treatment equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Bio-processing equipment comprising a damming plate (26) protruded horizontally from the inner surface of a treatment tank (5) towards the center above a stirring blade (6) that temporarily dams the processed materials (7,27) extruded in the turning direction in the front side and forms a collapse portion (36) on the back side within the treatment tank, where the dammed waste material is made to get over the damming plate and drop into the collapse portion, is new.    USE - For decomposing waste material such as organic refuse or bio-toilet wastes for health care.    ADVANTAGE - The action of the microorganism mixed with the waste material is enabled to efficiently decompose the waste material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross sectional side view of the bio-processing equipment.    Treatment tank (5)    Stirring blade (6)    Chips carrying microorganism (7)    Damming plate (26)    Waste material (27)    Collapse portion (36)
NOVELTY - Crushing of sludge generated by processing organic wastewater comprising supplying magnetic field to sludge (1) containing magnetic particles, where the magnetic particles are vibrated or moved towards magnetic field and the sludge is crushed, is new.    USE - For crushing and reducing volume of sludge generated by biological water treatment of organic wastewater (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently and economically crushes microorganisms in the sludge with reduced energy, without using chemicals.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for sludge volume reduction method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the crushing method of the sludge. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Sludge (1)    Stirrer (2)    Sludge shredding equipment (3)    Magnetic-particle collection equipment (4)
NOVELTY - Polyhydroxyalkanoic acid (PHA) purification method (M1) involves isolation and purification of PHA from microorganisms capable of producing PHA, by obtaining microorganisms containing PHA, isolating first PHA fraction by adding basic components to the microorganisms containing PHA, and isolating second PHA fraction by adding hypochlorite to the first PHA fraction.    USE - (M1) is useful for purifying polyhydroxyalkanoic acid (PHA) from microorganisms capable of producing PHA. The PHA is preferably poly beta hydroxybutyrate (PHB). (All claimed). The PHA is useful in producing biodegradable plastics.    ADVANTAGE - (M1) cost effectively and conveniently purifies PHA with high purity, without causing a reduction in molecular weight, and is thus useful in manufacture of high quality plastics.
NOVELTY - Filter (5) used in lipolysis tank (4) interposed on wastewater of reservoir water or circulating water path, comprising a carbon fiber filter layer (5a) impregnated with a culture medium containing proliferated microbes for decomposing and removing contaminants such as fats and oil in waste drain or circulating water, is new.    USE - The method is used for decomposing fats and oils in wastewater of reservoir water or circulating water of various installations (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The filter containing microbes effectively and rapidly decomposes fats and oils in water and is eco-friendly in nature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for apparatus useful in decomposing fats and oils in wastewater of reservoir water or circulating water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of apparatus for decomposing floating oil in cutting oil tank.    Cutting oil tank (1)    Scum skimmer device (2)    Suction pump (3)    Lipolyzing tank (4)    Filter (5)    Carbon fiber filter layer containing microbes (5a)    Porous mineral material (5b)
NOVELTY - An activated sludge processing method of waste water, comprising adding microbial cells and/or microbial cells processed material of microorganisms having phosphorus accumulating ability, such that mass of microbial cells becomes 1 % or more as a dry mass with respect to mixed liquor suspended solid (MLSS) mass in the activated sludge, is new.    USE - For processing wastewater-containing phosphorus.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to efficiently process wastewater containing phosphorus, by stabilizing phosphorus removing capacity on high level and increasing phosphorus-removing capacity in short period of time, using microorganism having phosphorus accumulating capacity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of wastewater treatment method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    anaerobic tank (1)    aerator (2)    microorganisms storage tank (3)    pump (4)    membrane separator (5)
NOVELTY - An organic-type wastewater colored by dye and/or pigment is biologically treated. Ozone is added to biologically treated water, and decoloring processing is carried out. Thus, high concentration colored organic wastewater is processed.    USE - For processing high concentration colored wastewater such as industrial wastewater and ink waste liquid ejected from manufacturing plant of ink cartridge, inkjet printer, personal computer and digital camera.    ADVANTAGE - The high concentration colored wastewater is efficiently and economically decolored and purified, and recycling of wastewater as pure water is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing apparatus of high concentration coloring organic wastewater, which has unit for performing biological treatment of wastewater colored by dye and/or pigment, and unit for adding ozone to biologically treated water and performing decoloring processing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of processing apparatus of organic wastewater.    Natural water (1)    Raw water conveying pump (2)    Natural water transfer pipe (3)    Aerator (4)    Diffuser (5)    Activated sludge (6)
NOVELTY - The wastewater treatment plant has collection unit (12), ultra-fine particle sizing apparatus (20), ferment-microbe tank (30) and separation tank (40).    USE - For treating wastewater such as wastewater ejected from restaurant and food processing factory.    ADVANTAGE - The wastewater treatment plant enables efficient decomposition of sludge and volume reduction of sludge.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The wastewater treatment plant has collection unit for collecting precipitated sludge (9) accumulated in sedimentation tank (11) of sewage treatment unit which decompose-treats the organic material in wastewater (83), apparatus for making the precipitated sludge into sludge ultra-fine particle, ferment-microbe tank for fermenting sludge ultra-fine particle by mixing with ferment microbe and separation tank for separating the fermented sludge ultra-fine particle into treated water (84) and fermented sludge (93).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process drawing of the processing plant of precipitated sludge.    precipitated sludge (9)    sedimentation tank (11)    collection unit (12)    ultra-fine particle sizing apparatus (20)    ferment-microbe tank (30)    separation tank (40)    wastewater (83)    treated water (84)    fermented sludge (93)
NOVELTY - Preparation of crystalline form of methyl 4-hydroxy-2-methyl-2H-1,2-benzothiazine-3-carboxalate-1,2-dioxide (meloxicam) useful as antiinflammatory agent, involves dissolving crude meloxicam in ketonic solvents such as acetone, methyl iso butyl ketone, diethyl ketone, methyl ethyl ketone and butanone at 85-90?oC under reduced pressure (2-3 kg/cm^2\asteriskg), optionally distilling and isolating the solid. The process is simple, cost-effective, industrially feasible, eco-friendly and economical. The substance is a non-solvated and free flowing solid, hence can be useful for pharmaceutical applications.
NOVELTY - An efficient, ecofriendly and alternative process for the preparation of amorphous atorvastatin calcium salt, is claimed, which eliminates conventional problems and is convenient to operate on a commercial scale. Also disclosed is the improved process for the preparation of amorphous atorvastatin calcium, which involves dissolving crystalline or blend of crystalline or mixture including amorphous atorvastatin calcium in ester solvents preferably ethyl acetate followed by removal of solvent by spray drying or ultrafilm agitated thin film drying- vertical (ATFD-V), further drying under vaccum to get amorphous atorvastatin calcium. Also disclosed is the production of amorphous form of atorvastatin which involves one step conversion of (R-(Rasterisk, Rasterisk))-2-(4-fluorophenyl)- b, dd-dihydroxy-5- (1-methylethyl) -3- phenyl-4-((phenyl amino )-carbonyl)-1H-pyrrole-1-heptanoic acid, tertiary butyl ester, to amorphous form of atorvastatin calcium through crude atorvastatin calcium.
NOVELTY - A renewable energy-source is produced when compatible waste water is made use of in energy-plantations. Following phase separation of effluent and with possible omission of a purification step, both the aq. phase and fouling solids will be utilised fully. Periodically re-occurring effluent liq. charge-impulses applied by surface-drainage, satisfy the energy-plantations' technical demands and environmentally water-protection requirements. This technology unifies in one location, both the purification of effluent, and the establishment of an up-to-date renewable energy source.    USE - None given.
NOVELTY - Provision of a pressurised gas by a system of two exchangers and a column to obtain a pressurized liquid.    USE - The invention describes an installation which ensures a continuous supply of a gas such as oxygen, nitrogen and argon, or other cryogenic liquids such as hydrogen, helium or carbon monoxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The first operation comprises    (1) compression of a primary air flow followed by purification in a purifier unit;    (2) compression of part of the air to a high pressure to vapourize the pressurised liquid;    (3) part of the high pressure air is directed to a primary exchanger;    (4) the cooled air is sent to a distillation column;    (5) withdrawal of a liquid from one of the columns, which is presurised and sent to the primary exchanger where it vapourizes to form a pressurised gas;    (6) part of the liquid is sent to a second exchanger where it vapourizes to give a top-up supply to the pressurised gas.    In a second operation, air at high pressure and pressurised liquid from the column is sent to the first exchanger and the flow rates of air and pressurised liquid are reduced, possibly to zero.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the installation for the process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure 1 shows an air separation installation with a double column, the low and medium pressure columns being linked by a condenser    primary exchanger; (1)    second exchanger; (2)    compressor; (3)    purification unit; (5)    supercompressor; (7)    compressed air at 20 - 100 bar; (8)    storage vessel; (9)    purified air; (13)    medium pressure column; (15)    low pressure column; (17)    storage vessel; (19)    inter-linking condenser; (21)    withdrawal of gaseous N2 to regenerate purification unit; (23)    outlet for liquid O2; (27)    pressurised gaseous O2. (37)