ISSN:
1572-879X
Keywords:
Fischer-Tropsch synthesis
;
petroleum refinery
;
chemical properties of Fischer-Tropsch products
;
physical properties of Fischer-Tropsch products
;
economic evaluation
;
FT products as liquid fuels
;
FT products as chemicals
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
Notes:
Abstract The compatibility between the Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (FT) and the economic role of the petroleum refining industry is examined. The economic advantage of the FT synthesis utilized within a petroleum refinery is explored. Also examined are the chemical and physical properties of the FT products. Although the FT distillate fuels have exceptional properties, FT naphta is difficult to reform into gasoline. The refiner may choose to utilize lighter FT products in petrochemical applications when FT is viewed as a supplement, rather than an alternative to petroleum refining.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00764512
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