Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis and Catalysts

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The discussion highlights the significance of a comprehensive collection of documents from the 1920s to the present that are crucial for researching the Fischer-Tropsch (FT) process and its evolution. The website Fischer-Tropsch.org aims to centralize and digitize these resources for easier access. The Fischer-Tropsch process has gained increased attention over the past decade, particularly for its applications in converting stranded natural gas into ultra-clean fuels like diesel and naphtha. Companies such as Syntroleum and Rentech are at the forefront of developing FT technology, with Syntroleum also exploring coal conversion into clean fuels. The growing interest in these processes is expected to intensify, especially with the potential shift toward a hydrogen economy.
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There is a large body of documents from the 1920’s through the present day which are important for researching and understanding the history and development of the Fischer-Tropsch and related processes. The purpose of this Fischer-Tropsch.org is to make these documents available in electronic media and in a centralized location

http://www.fischer-tropsch.org/

This process, and really a set of processes, have been receiving increased attention over the last decade.

Syntroleum - http://www.syntroleum.com/ - has developed Fischer-Tropsch (FT) technology that can convert stranded natural gas into ultra-clean fuels, such as diesel, naphtha and liquefied petroleum gases. The company also plans to convert coal into ultra-clean FT fuels.

Another company doing FTS - Rentech - http://www.rentechinc.com/

This will probably become a hot area, especially if there is a move to a so-called hydrogen economy.
 
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