Oxiperator Test Results!

We did it! The Oxiperator works.

We oxidized 0.5% methane in air. All by itself. Inlet temperature 18C. Max Temp. 951C. Testing data shows continuous stable operation for an hour. More testing to follow for longer durations and repeatability demonstration at the University of California Davis, STEEL Lab.

Next we go to lower concentrations, monitor emissions, then test on a lean burn engine methane slip at the Colorado State University Engine Lab!

Thank you to all who contributed and supported: Carnegie Mellon University, University of California, Davis, Colorado State University, Czero, Alturdyne, US Department of Energy OFECM and NETL,  California Energy Commission’s CalTestBed program, Colorado Cleantech Industries Alliance (CCIA), PTAC, NGIF and more.

Weak methane, be prepared!  Get ready to meet the Methane Monster.