Projects & Programs
Reformer-Enhanced Catalysis for Control of NOx Emissions
This collection of projects is focused on transforming a variety of fuels (diesel, natural gas, JP-8) to active reductants for Nitrogen Oxide (NOx). Fuel is processed using partial oxidation reforming to form syngas. The syngas is processed in a high-pressure reactor to form dimethyl ether (DME) and methanol, both of which are highly selective for NOx reduction over non-precious metal alumina-based catalysts. Projects focus on integration of processing steps and more active catalyst formulation. Successful development of this process will allow effective reduction of NOx for a wide range of applications including off-road and stationary engine emissions control.