The separation enhanced reaction process (SERP) in the production of hydrogen from methane steam reforming

This paper summarizes recent progress in the study of the separation enhanced reaction process (SERP) for the production of hydrogen from the steam reforming of methane (MSR) in a single unit operation. This process employs a packed column containing an admixture of a catalyst and an adsorbent or acceptor capable of selectively removing carbon dioxide as a reaction by-product from the reaction zone, The present status of research regarding various factors influencing the adsorbent and acceptor, respectively, are discussed in detail. The main advantages and disadvantages of SERP-MSR compared with the more conventional MSR process are advanced.