Development of zeolite-based adsorbents and processes for natural gas separation

Libin Liu

Research output: ThesisDoctoral Thesis

Abstract

Pressure swing adsorption (PSA) represents a pivotal technology for maximising the utilisation of natural gas, a cleaner energy source. This thesis addresses the challenges in designing PSA processes for unconventional natural gas purification and helium upgrading from three aspects: investigating the factors leading to reduced gas adsorption capacities of zeolite-based adsorbents synthesised from waste materials, creating a toolkit for analysing adsorption kinetics to conduct adsorbent screening for both natural gas purification and helium upgrading and developing a strategy for quick adsorption cycle design and operation.
Original languageEnglish
QualificationDoctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution
  • The University of Western Australia
Supervisors/Advisors
  • May, Eric, Supervisor
  • Graham, Brendan, Supervisor
  • Xiao, Gongkui, Supervisor
Award date11 Jun 2024
DOIs
Publication statusUnpublished - 2024

Embargo information

  • Embargoed from 11/06/2024 to 06/04/2026 . Will become publicly avaliable on 06/04/2026

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