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Hydrodynamics of Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis in Slurry Bubble Column Reactors
Quarterly Technical Progress Report for the period of September 1, 1985 to November 30, 1985

Bukur, Dragomir B.
Brown, Russel F.
Daly, James G.
Petrovio, Dragan

Texas A&M University

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Table of Contents

I

Abstract

1

II

Objectives and Scope of Work

2

III

Summary of Progress

4

IV

Detailed Description of Technical Progress

6
 

A

Task 1 - Project Work Plan

6

B

Task 2 - Bubble Column Reactor Design/Construction

6

C

Task 3 - Process Variable Studies

6
 

1

Review of Literature on the Gas Holdup Hysterisis Behavior

6

2

Hydrodynamic Studies in the Small Glass Column

9
 

2a.

1.85 mm Single in the Small Glass Column

9

2b.

4 mm Single Orifice Plate Distributor

9

2c.

Sintered Metal Plate Distributor

12

3

Hydrodynamic Studies in the Large Glass Column

13

4

Photographic Techniques for Determining Bubble Size Distribution and Mapping of Flow Regimes

14

5

Future Work

17

D

Task 4 - Correlation Development and Data Correlation

17

V

Nomenclature

18

VI

Literature References

19
  Figures

20