Hydrogen-rich synthesis gas production for use in vehicle fuel cells is effected on an electrically-conductive heated surface, especially of a metal alloy or silicon ceramic, to overcome cold-start and cold spot problems

摘要

A process for the production of hydrogen-rich synthesis gas for use in fuel cells, involves the reaction of hydrocarbon liquids, vapors or gases with water (or water vapor) and air (or O2). The reaction takes effect on the surface of a material which is electrically conductive and so can be heated by an applied voltage. An Independent claim is also included for the apparatus used in the process of production of hydrogen-rich synthesis gas.