Natural gas hydrate storage and transportation technology

Author: Fan Shuanli
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: This book is one of the volumes in the "Renewable Energy Series." Based on introducing the basic knowledge and principles of solid hydrate storage and transportation technology (GtS) for natural gas, the book highlights measures and technologies for improving the gas storage efficiency of hydrates. It focuses on the process, application areas, research examples, and advancements of GtS. The book is divided into seven chapters. Chapters 1 to 3 introduce the concept of natural gas hydrates, their fundamental characteristics, and the basic principles and technical approaches for hydrate storage and transportation; Chapters 4 to 6 analyze the features of hydrate reactors, measures and technologies to enhance gas storage efficiency, and advanced technologies for hydrate decomposition; Chapter 7 introduces the applications of hydrate storage and transportation technology, such as long-distance natural gas transportation, peak shaving, natural gas hydrate vehicles, petroleum and chemical industry production, daily life applications, and hazardous material handling. This book is suitable for technical personnel in the fields of petroleum, natural gas, chemical engineering, energy, environmental protection, as well as faculty, students, and researchers in academic institutions.