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Novel Backup Filter Device for Candle Filters--CeraMem Corporation, 12 Clematis Avenue, Waltham, MA 02154-7011; 781-899-4495
Dr. Bruce A. Bishop, Principal Investigator
Mr. Robert L. Goldsmith, Business Official
DOE Grant No. DE-FG02-99ER82760
Amount: $100,000
Hot gas particulate removal is required for advanced coal conversion process systems to protect downstream equipment such as turbines, catalyst beds and fuel cells. The currently preferred means of particulate removal is filtration with candle filters. However, candle filters have not shown the reliability necessary to be commercially viable. This project will develop a simple backup filter for candle filters which will protect downstream equipment in case of candle failure. In Phase I, a prototype device will be developed and tested. Initial tests will be made under ambient conditions; subsequently, tests will be performed at elevated temperature and pressure.
Commercial Applications and Other Benefits as described by the awardee: Successful development of the backup filter device should resolve a problem which limits commercialization of the two most advanced coal conversion processes.