Development of Novel Activated Carbon Composites

The purpose of this project is to develop activated carbon molecular sieves, starting with porous carbon fiber composites manufactured from petroleum pitch-derived carbon fibers.

With increasing interest in fuel cell technology and hydrogen as the preferred fuel for fuel cells, coal-derived synthesis gas has significant potential as a source of hydrogen.

Oxygen-blown coal gasification is the most effective and efficient approach to achieving the goal of hydrogen from coal. Thus, a compact and efficient means of separating oxygen from air is being sought. A further purpose of this work is, therefore, to explore the utility of CFCMS-ESA for air separation.