DISPENSER FOR COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FILLING STATION

A fueling station dispenser for distributing a combustible gas that is lighter than air, and that includes electrical and gas handling sections in the same frame. A vapor barrier in the cabinet blocks fugitive gas that may be present in the gas handling section from entering the electrical section. According to most applicable codes, by isolating combustible gas from the electrical section gives it a Class I, Division 2 designation. Which eliminates the need to seal or air purge the electronics section as this designation allows for electronics that under normal intended operating conditions do not generate an arc with sufficient energy to initiate combustion.

FUEL GAS SUPPLY APPARATUS

A system for supplying fuel to an engine of a ship. The system includes a high pressure pump pressurizing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) and supplying the pressurized LNG to the engine, a hydraulic motor driving the high pressure pump and a chamber carrying the high pressure pump and the hydraulic motor. The chamber is substantially free of electric sparks.

DISPENSER FOR COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FILLING STATION

A fueling station dispenser for distributing a combustible gas that is lighter than air, and that includes electrical and gas handling sections in the same frame. A vapor barrier in the cabinet blocks fugitive gas that may be present in the gas handling section from entering the electrical section. According to most applicable codes, by isolating combustible gas from the electrical section gives it a Class I, Division 2 designation. Which eliminates the need to seal or air purge the electronics section as this designation allows for electronics that under normal intended operating conditions do not generate an arc with sufficient energy to initiate combustion.

REMOVABLE DEVICE FOR LIQUEFIED GAS-FUELING A VEHICLE, VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING AND REPLACING SAID DEVICE

REMOVABLE DEVICE FOR LIQUEFIED GAS-FUELING A VEHICLE, VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING AND REPLACING SAID DEVICE

Le dispositif (600) amovible d'avitaillement en gaz liquéfié pour un véhicule (400) utilisant du gaz en tant que carburant, comporte : - au moins un réservoir (605) cryogénique de gaz liquéfié muni d'une vanne (610) de sortie reliée à un organe de conditionnement (625, 626) du gaz liquéfié, - un embout (630, 631) de raccordement du gaz conditionné, configuré pour être inséré dans une entrée (405) auxiliaire d'alimentation de gaz du véhicule et - une fixation (635) amovible, configurée pour être fixée au véhicule.

DISPENSER FOR COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FILLING STATION

A fueling station dispenser for distributing a combustible gas that is lighter than air, and that includes electrical and gas handling sections in the same frame. A vapor barrier in the cabinet blocks fugitive gas that may be present in the gas handling section from entering the electrical section. According to most applicable codes, by isolating combustible gas from the electrical section gives it a Class I, Division 2 designation. Which eliminates the need to seal or air purge the electronics section as this designation allows for electronics that under normal intended operating conditions do not generate an arc with sufficient energy to initiate combustion.

Dispenser for compressed natural gas (CNG) filling station

A fueling station dispenser for distributing a combustible gas that is lighter than air, and that includes electrical and gas handling sections in the same frame. A vapor barrier in the cabinet blocks fugitive gas that may be present in the gas handling section from entering the electrical section. According to most applicable codes, by isolating combustible gas from the electrical section gives it a Class I, Division 2 designation. Which eliminates the need to seal or air purge the electronics section as this designation allows for electronics that under normal intended operating conditions do not generate an arc with sufficient energy to initiate combustion.

DISPENSER FOR COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FILLING STATION

A fueling station dispenser for distributing a combustible gas that is lighter than air, and that includes electrical and gas handling sections in the same frame. A vapor barrier in the cabinet blocks fugitive gas that may be present in the gas handling section from entering the electrical section. According to most applicable codes, by isolating combustible gas from the electrical section gives it a Class I, Division 2 designation. Which eliminates the need to seal or air purge the electronics section as this designation allows for electronics that under normal intended operating conditions do not generate an arc with sufficient energy to initiate combustion.

Fuel gas supply apparatus

A system for supplying fuel to an engine of a ship. The system includes a high pressure pump pressurizing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) and supplying the pressurized LNG to the engine, a hydraulic motor driving the high pressure pump and a chamber carrying the high pressure pump and the hydraulic motor. The chamber is substantially free of electric sparks.

Apparatus and method for supplying fuel to engine of ship

A system for supplying fuel to an engine of a ship. The system includes a high pressure pump pressurizing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) and supplying the pressurized LNG to the engine, a hydraulic motor driving the high pressure pump and a chamber carrying the high pressure pump and the hydraulic motor. The chamber is substantially free of electric sparks.

Compressed gas tank system with fast fueling ability at any vessel pressure

A method of fueling with compressed gas is described. In one embodiment, the method includes providing a supply of compressed gas; providing a storage tank with a fueling line, and a nozzle in the fueling line, the nozzle movable between at least a flow reduction position and a full fuel flow position; initiating fueling from the supply of compressed gas with the nozzle in the flow reduction position for a predetermined time or until a minimum pressure is obtained; when the predetermined time or the minimum pressure is obtained, moving the nozzle to the full fuel flow position; and fueling the storage tank from the supply of compressed gas with the nozzle in the full fuel flow position until fueling is completed. A vehicle incorporating the nozzle is also disclosed.

Pressure Cycle Management In Compressed Gas Dispensing Systems

A method for dispensing compressed gas from two or more compressed gas storage volumes to receiving vessel such as vehicle fuel tanks. Control instructions are provided to cycle the compressed gas storage volumes through pressure cycles in a rolling rotating cascading manner such that each of the compressed gas storage volumes cycle from an upper pressure limit to a lower pressure limit.

Splashguard For High Flow Vacuum Bubbler Vessel

The present invention is a container having a diptube inlet, at least one baffle disc positioned between the outlet of the diptube and the outlet of the container to provide a narrow annular space between the baffle disc and the sidewall of the container to prevent liquid droplets from entering the outlet to the container and the inner surface of the container sidewall and an annular, radially inward projecting deflector ledge on the sidewall, proximate the baffle disc. The present invention is also a process of delivering a chemical precursor from a container having the above structure. Liquid and vapor delivery are both contemplated.

Suction nozzle, suction device, gas filling device, gas consuming device and gas filling system

A suction nozzle, which is configured to be interlocked with a gas filler nozzle used to supply a gas to a gas consuming device, comprises a suction port configured to suck moisture inside the gas filler nozzle when the suction nozzle is interlocked with the gas filler nozzle.

Method for refueling and operating natural gas fueled truck

A method for operating a vehicle that provides refrigeration and is powered by an engine for burning liquefied natural gas. The vehicle contains on-board storage tanks for liquefied natural gas and liquid nitrogen. These two tanks are in thermal communication with each other and natural gas from the liquefied natural gas storage tank will periodically contact the liquid nitrogen and return as liquefied natural gas.

Carbon dioxide supply for injection-molding systems

For supplying a sink with liquid carbon dioxide with a required temperature of more than 0° C. and with a required pressure of more than 30 bar, liquid carbon dioxide is taken from a tank, in which it has been stored at a temperature below the required temperature and at a pressure below the required pressure. The pressure of the carbon dioxide is increased and then the carbon dioxide is heated to the required temperature.

Modular compressed natural gas system

A compression system is disposed in a container and shipped to a location having a supply of natural gas. The compression system connects to the natural gas supply, compresses gas from the supply, and provides compressed gas to a consumer. The container, which can be a standardized ISO shipping container, is fitted with removable vents at designated locations. Strategic positioning of compression system components in combination with the removable vents allows for ready access to the compression system for repair and maintenance.

Mobile Fueling Vehicle And Method

Vehicles, systems, and methods for delivering natural gas and providing mobile fueling services are disclosed. A method of delivering natural gas includes: delivering a source vehicle to a receiving tank for receiving natural gas at a remote refueling location, the source vehicle having a natural gas engine for driving the vehicle and a source tank disposed onboard the source vehicle for storing the natural gas; and transferring natural gas from the source vehicle to the receiving tank using pressure equalization between the source tank and the receiving tank and using a compressor disposed onboard the source vehicle. The onboard compressor is operatively connected to and powered by the source vehicle engine. The source tank is adapted to store a volume greater than or equal to about 200 DGE of natural gas and supplies natural gas to power the source vehicle engine.

Device and Method for Filling a Container with a Gas Under Pressure

The invention relates to a method and device for filling a tank with pressurized gas, comprising transfer of a predefined amount of a gas into the tank from at least one pressurized gas source via a filling duct, the gas being selectively cooled by a cooling component before it enters into the tank in order to prevent a defined temperature limit from being reached in the tank, characterized in that the method comprises a step of defining the maximum amount of energy that can be added to the tank without exceeding the temperature limit, this maximum amount of energy being expressed in the form of the maximum enthalpy that can be added to the tank, a step of defining the effective amount of energy that will be added to the tank during the transfer of gas into the tank without cooling, expressed in the form of an added enthalpy, cooling of the gas by the cooling component being controlled in order to remove selectively an amount of heat from the gas transferred into the tank corresponding at least to the fraction of the added enthalpy that exceeds the maximum enthalpy.

Facilities for Offshore Liquefied Natural Gas Floating Storage with Jack-Up Platform Regasification Unit

Facilities for offshore liquefied natural gas (LNG) floating storage with jack-up platform regasification unit, the facilities including: a jack-up unit comprising legs which have bottom part to be fixable to a sea bed and top part to be exposed to a surface of water, and a hull to be movable up and down with respect to the legs; a storage unit moored at the jack-up unit providing a space for storing LNG; a regasification unit as a module which regasifies the LNG supplied from the storage unit, installed on a top portion of the jack-up unit, separable from the jack-up unit; a utility unit comprising a power source and a sea water pump to supply power and sea water to the regasification unit; and a piping unit comprising unloading pipe for connecting the regasification unit and the storage unit and supplying pipe for carrying natural gas gasified by the regasification unit.

Hydrogen filling station system and method of operation therefor

A hydrogen filling station system generates hydrogen on demand. The hydrogen filling station system includes a PEM electrolyzer for generating hydrogen, a compression device for compressing the hydrogen, and a filling system for filling a vehicle with the compressed hydrogen. The required space for the hydrogen filling station system is reduced and operational safety is increased in that the PEM electrolyzer is directly connected to the compression device and the compression device is directly connected to the filling system, without temporary storage respectively. That is, there is no requirement to intermediately store the compressed hydrogen.

Multi-function unit for the offshore transfer of hydrocarbons

A hydrocarbon transfer arrangement for transfer of fluids between an offshore unit and a carrier which are placed in an offloading configuration, includes at least one transfer hose and a gas return hose, wherein the end of the at least one transfer hose is connected to a floating multi-function unit allowing for the transport of the transfer hose between the offshore unit and the carrier, wherein the floating multi-function unit can be lifted out of the water and can be held in a fixed position above water-level and is provided with connection elements for making a fluid connection between the transfer hose end and a manifold of the carrier and with emergency disconnect elements for the at least one transfer hose, placed at a distance from the connection elements.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR REDUCING PRESSURE OF NATURAL GAS AND METHODS AND SYSTEMS OF DELIVERING NATURAL GAS

Methods and systems for reducing a pressure of compressed natural gas and for delivering natural gas are disclosed. A regulator comprising a vortex tube may be used to reduce the pressure of compressed natural gas while a temperature thereof is also reduced. The temperature reduction associated with a pressure drop in the compressed natural gas is achieved by throttling the gas at constant enthalpy from 3,000 psig to 150 psig through the regulator. At least one heat exchanger may be utilized to increase the temperature of the compressed natural gas to a temperature suitable for injection delivery. A pressure-reducing regulator may be used to further reduce a pressure of the gas to about 45 psig for delivery to an end-user. 1. A system for reducing a pressure of a gas , comprising:a first regulator valve;at least one vortex regulator connected to the first regulator valve, the at least one vortex regulator comprising a vortex tube and having at least one inlet to receive natural gas and at least one outlet for releasing the natural gas at a substantially decreased pressure and temperature;a first heat exchange device configured to receive the natural gas from the at least one vortex regulator and to increase the temperature of the natural gas;a second regulator valve, the second regulator valve comprising a pressure-reducing regulator in fluid communication with the first heat exchange device and configured for further reducing the pressure of the natural gas and communication with the natural gas;a second heat exchange device configured to receive the natural gas from the second regulator valve and to increase the temperature of the natural gas; anda bypass line connected upstream of the at least one vortex regulator and downstream of the at least one vortex regulator to allow natural gas to the at least one vortex regulator.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first regulator valve comprises a valve in dynamic fluid communication with an inlet of the at least one ...

Large-scale hydrogen refueling station

The invention relates to a large-scale hydrogen refueling station comprising at least one supply storage, a plurality of compressor modules comprising a local controller, a plurality of dispenser modules, and a hydrogen production system comprising a hydrogen production system controller mutually connected by one or more flow paths. Wherein one of the controllers facilitates control of valves and thereby flow of hydrogen gas in the flow paths between the at least one supply storage, compressor modules, dispenser modules and hydrogen production system. Wherein the control of the valves enables flow of hydrogen gas in at least three of the flow paths simultaneously.

COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS FUELING SYSTEM WITH INTEGRATED FILL RECEPTACLE

A compressed natural gas fueling system includes a frame arrangement with at least one tank disposed therein and an inlet that can receive a compressed natural gas fueling nozzle to fill the at least one tank. The fueling system can be attached with and supported by frame rails behind a cabin of a vehicle such that the inlet is positioned above the frame rails. 1. A fuel system , comprising:a housing configured to be disposed behind a cabin of a vehicle;a plurality of tanks disposed within the housing, wherein each of the plurality of tanks includes front and rear mounts at opposing ends, the front and rear mounts are attached to tank supports, and the tank supports are attached between corner brackets to provide mounting structures for the plurality of tanks;a filter and a regulator are each mounted on or within the housing, wherein the filter is configured to filter gas from the plurality of tanks, the regulator is configured to be in fluid communication with the filter; anda fill receptacle configured to be in fluid communication with the plurality of tanks, wherein the housing is further configured to be attached with and supported by frame rails of the vehicle such that the plurality of tanks and the fill receptacle are positioned above the frame rails, and the plurality of tanks are stacked on each other such that axes of the plurality of tanks are oriented generally perpendicular to the frame rails.2. The fuel system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more valve assemblies that are operatively associated with each of the plurality of the tanks to provide fluid access to the plurality of the tanks via a piping.3. The fuel system of claim 2 , the one or more valve assemblies are positioned above the frame rails.4. The fuel system of claim 2 , the one or more valve assemblies are within the housing.5. The fuel system of claim 1 , further comprising a manifold assembly in fluid communication with one or more of the plurality of tanks.6. The fuel system of ...

Anti-leak arrangement applicable to gas supply nozzles

For this reason the invention proposes a solution consisting of channeling the gas from these leaks to a supplementary tank and, from it to the supply tank, recovering all the leaks, for which a pipe is used as main elements of the device, which is coupled to the bayonet by means of a seal connector made of Teflon or similar material and, a check valve at the inlet of the supplementary tank, said seal can be incorporated either in the bayonet or in the receptacle.

METHOD FOR PRESERVING QUALITY OF NITRIC OXIDE

A method provide high-purity nitric oxide by preserving quality of the nitric oxide by suitably inhibiting the disproportionation reaction of the nitric oxide that is transported in a state of being stored in a high-pressure gas cylinder, and decreasing the amount of nitrous oxide and nitrogen dioxide that are produced during the transportation. When the nitric oxide is transported in a state of being stored in the high-pressure gas cylinder, the nitric oxide is filled into the high-pressure gas cylinder at a gauge pressure between 1.96 MPa to 3.5 MPa to be stored, and is transported in a state in which the exterior surface temperature of the high-pressure gas cylinder is held in a range from −15° C. to 5° C. 1. A method for preserving quality of nitric oxide at the time when the nitric oxide is transported in a state of being stored in a high-pressure gas cylinder characterized by tilling the nitric oxide into said high-pressure gas cylinder at a gauge pressure between 1.96 MPa and 3.5 NTPa to be stored , and transporting in a state in which the exterior surface temperature of said high-pressure gas cylinder is held in a range from −15° C. to 5° C.2. A method for preserving nitric oxide at the time when the nitric oxide is transported in a state of being stored in a high-pressure gas cylinder characterized by determining an empirical formula that represents a relationship between production rate of nitrous oxide or nitrogen dioxide due to disproportionation reaction of nitric oxide in said high-pressure gas cylinder , pressure for filling the nitric oxide into said high-pressure gas cylinder , and exterior surface temperature of said high-pressure gas cylinder , andsetting the pressure for filling the nitric oxide into said high-pressure gas cylinder and the exterior surface temperature of said high-pressure gas cylinder from said determined empirical formula, a period of storage of the nitric oxide in said high-pressure gas cylinder, and a permissible value of ...

Method for Dispensing a Gas

A method for dispensing gas within a target temperature range wherein the gas exchanges heat with multiple thermal capacitors to cool the gas.

All-in-One Skid Assembly

Disclosed is an assembly that is an all-in-one combination of piping and equipment systems designed to provide a compact, simple, pre-fabricated assembly on single skid platform to meet all the functional needs of a petrochemical gas compression facility. The skid platform assembly provides a traveling pathway for the fluid generated from a well and is designed to provide all required pre-compressor and post-compressor functional equipment needs for each individual installed gas compressor. The skid platform assembly comprises an integrated liquid separator that also functions as a common liquid sump for all liquid generated by the pre-compressor and post-compressor functional equipment.

COMPRESSED GAS DELIVERY METHOD

A method of continuously conveying compressed gas to a plurality of vehicles, where the plurality of vehicles includes at least a first vehicle having a higher tank pressure and a second vehicle having a lower tank pressure that are simultaneously seeking compressed gas from the same delivery conduit. The method includes compressing gas using at least one compressor, conveying the compressed gas from the at least one compressor to a backpressure apparatus, conveying a non-bypass fill portion through the backpressure apparatus, diverting a bypass fill portion through a bypass conduit to at least one distributor, conveying the bypass fill portion through the at least one distributor to at least one of the one or more delivery conduits and subsequently to at least the first vehicle, and conveying the non-bypass fill portion through at least one of the one or more the delivery conduits to at least the second vehicle. 1. A method of continuously conveying compressed gas to a plurality of vehicles , wherein the plurality of vehicles includes at least a first vehicle having a higher tank pressure and a second vehicle having a lower tank pressure that are simultaneously seeking compressed gas from the same fluidly connected delivery conduit , the method comprising:compressing gas using at least one compressor;conveying the compressed gas from the at least one compressor to a backpressure apparatus, wherein the backpressure apparatus is fluidly connected to the at least one compressor;conveying a non-bypass fill portion of the compressed gas through the backpressure apparatus as either a direct fill portion, a storage fill portion, or a combination thereof;diverting a bypass fill portion of the compressed gas through a bypass conduit to at least one distributor, wherein the bypass conduit is fluidly connected between the at least one compressor and the backpressure apparatus;conveying the bypass fill portion of the compressed gas through the at least one distributor to at ...

CNG Fueling System

A compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling system has a single compressor comprising a first compression stage and a subsequent compression stage, wherein the first compression stage feeds the subsequent compression stage when filling a storage tank, the storage tank is configured to receive CNG from at least one of the first compression stage and the subsequent compression stage of the compressor when filling the storage tank, a CNG feedback to the subsequent compression stage of the compressor from the storage tank, the CNG being introduced back into the compressor at a location downstream relative to an output of the first compression stage, and a first heat exchanger associated with the CNG feedback.

FLUID CONTAINER REFILLING SYSTEM

A method for filling a fluid container with a cryogenic fluid, the method including the step of reducing with a container temperature reducer a container temperature of the fluid container prior to adding the cryogenic fluid to the fluid container. The method can include additional steps, including: compressing with a compressor the cryogenic fluid based at least partially on the container temperature, controlling with a controller the extent that the compressor compresses the cryogenic fluid, cooling with a fin pack the cryogenic fluid, filtering with a filter the cryogenic fluid, analyzing with a fluid analyzer a fluid within the cryogenic fluid, monitoring with a water monitor a water content of the cryogenic fluid and/or monitoring with a fluid sensor a fluid property of the cryogenic fluid. 1. A method for filling a fluid container of a cryoablation system with a cryogenic fluid , the method comprising the steps of:reducing a container temperature of the fluid container from a first temperature to a second temperature prior to adding the cryogenic fluid to the fluid container;compressing the cryogenic fluid, wherein an extent of compression of the cryogenic fluid is based at least partially on the container temperature of the fluid container;passing the compressed cryogenic fluid through a cooler so as to cool the compressed cryogenic fluid;passing the cooled and compressed cryogenic fluid through a filter;delivering the filtered, cooled and compressed cryogenic fluid to the fluid container; andafter delivering the filtered, cooled and compressed cryogenic fluid to the fluid container, selectively heating the filter to remove moisture from therefrom.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second temperature is at least approximately 10° C. lower than the first temperature.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cooler is a fin pack cooler.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the filter includes at least one of a replaceable cartridge and a regenerating cartridge.5. ...

Hydrogen fuel filling system and hydrogen fuel filling method

According to one aspect of the present invention, a hydrogen fuel filling system includes a first flow passage through which hydrogen fuel supplied from a pressure accumulator that accumulates hydrogen fuel under pressure passes; a second flow passage through which hydrogen fuel supplied from the pressure accumulator passes, and which is arranged in parallel with the first flow passage; a switching valve that switches flow passages selectively from one of the first and second flow passages to another, or that switches flow passages between one and both of the first and second flow passages; and a control circuit that controls opening/closing of the switching valve, wherein a fuel cell vehicle using hydrogen fuel as a power source is filled with hydrogen fuel while switching the flow passages by the switching valve during supply from the pressure accumulator.

HYDRAULIC PRESSURIZATION DEVICE FOR LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS AND LIQUEFIED-COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS

The disclosed technology generally relates to liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied-compressed natural gas (L-CNG) filling stations, and more particularly to an LNG/L-CNG hydraulic pressurization device and a gas filling station. In one aspect, a LNG/L-CNG hydraulic pressurization device includes an oil tank; a L-CNG pressurization cylinder; a LNG pressurization cylinder; first and second directional valves communicating with the L-CNG pressurization cylinder and the LNG pressurization cylinder respectively; a first hydraulic pump and a second hydraulic pump, whose oil inlets communicate with the oil tank and whose pressure oil outlets communicate with an oil inlet of the first directional valve and an oil inlet of the second directional valve respectively; and a ball valve having a first port communicating with a first communication port between the pressure oil outlet of the first hydraulic pump and the oil inlet of the first directional valve, and a second port communicating with a second communication port between the pressure oil outlet of the second hydraulic pump and the oil inlet of the second directional valve. 1. A liquefied natural gas/liquefied-compressed natural gas (LNG/L-CNG) hydraulic pressurization device , comprising:a first hydraulic pump having an oil inlet and a pressure oil outlet;a second hydraulic pump having an oil inlet and a pressure oil outlet;a liquefied-compressed natural gas (L-CNG) pressurization cylinder having an oil inlet and an oil outlet;a liquefied natural gas (LNG) pressurization cylinder having an oil inlet and an outlet port;a first directional valve that is a three-position four-way valve, the first directional valve comprising an oil inlet, a first oil outlet, a second oil outlet and an oil return port;a second directional valve that is a three-position four-way valve, the second directional valve comprising an oil inlet, a third oil outlet, a fourth oil outlet and an oil return port;an oil tank; anda ball valve having ...

Systems and Methods for Converting Cryogenic Liquid Natural Gas to High Pressure Natural Gas and to Low Pressure Natural Gas using a Sphere Vessel and Retain all Product and to Further Dispense Only by Voluntary Actions of the User

A System to convert and dispense pressurized gas(es) of cryogenic liquids of gas(es), and systems and methods using a sphere pressure vessel to efficiently convert liquid natural gas (LNG) to compressed natural gas (CNG) and low pressure natural gas (NG) and other cryogenic liquids of gas. The system requires one dedicated sphere pressure vessel at the dispensing location and the location of elements according to horizontal and vertical orientation to convert, retain, store, and dispense multiple pressures of gas from a cryogenic liquid supply such as a non-dedicated high pressure cryogenic personal supply tank. The system efficiently modifies and controls parameters of volume, pressure, and temperature in conversion scale to retain all converted product under human control to dispense, without process required waste, for use in commercial, utility and industrial uses, and scaleable for single family residential applications where service can be accomplished by pickup truck and trailer, where semi trucks access is not available.

LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS FILLING DEVICE

An LNG filling apparatus that can safely fill LNG in LNG vehicles. A filling apparatus for filling LNG in an in-vehicle tank, the apparatus having a housing a recovery hose and a filling hose separately led from the housing, a recovery mechanism for recovering a natural gas from the in-vehicle tank via the recovery hose, and a filling mechanism for filling LNG to the in-vehicle tank via the filling hose. Separately leading the recovery hose and the filling hose from the housing with these hoses in close proximity to each other allows a range capable of filling that is the overlap range between a connectable range of the recovery hose and a connectable range of the filling hose to be enlarged. A single hose led from the housing can be used for both of the recovery of the natural gas and the filling of the LNG, which prevents tangle of hoses with each other, and enables to fill the LNG in the in-vehicle tank safely. 1. A liquefied natural gas filling apparatus for filling liquefied natural gas in an in-vehicle tank comprising:a housing;a single hose led from said housing;a recovery mechanism for recovering natural gas from the in-vehicle tank via said hose;a filling mechanism for filling liquefied natural gas in said in-vehicle tank via said hose; anda gloves mounting part on which gloves used by an operator of said liquefied natural gas filling apparatus are mounted and which prevents a nozzle at an end of the hose from being detached in case that the gloves are put on the gloves mounting part.2. A liquefied natural gas filling apparatus for filling liquefied natural gas in an in-vehicle tank comprising:a housing;a recovery hose and a filling hose separately led from said housing;a recovery mechanism for recovering natural gas from the in-vehicle tank via said recovery hose; anda filling mechanism for filling liquefied natural gas in said in-vehicle tank via said filling hose; anda gloves mounting part on which gloves used by an operator of said liquefied natural gas ...

METHOD FOR PERFORMING A PRESSURE TEST ON A TANK AND TANK FILLING APPARATUS

A method for performing a pressure test on a tank (e.g. hydrogen tank) and a filling apparatus is disclosed. The tank is connected via a tank valve to a tank feed line which has a first valve for shutting off the tank feed line, wherein during the pressure test prior to the tank being filled through the tank feed line a flow of medium, with the first valve closed, is directed into the tank via a bypass line bridging the first valve, wherein the flow of medium is throttled in the bypass line such that a tank feed pressure acting on the tank valve rises in a controlled manner, wherein the tank valve opens particularly when the tank feed pressure exceeds the pressure prevailing in the tank. 1. A method for performing a pressure test on a tank , wherein the tank is connected via a tank valve to a tank feed line , which has a first valve for shutting off the tank feed line , comprising during the pressure test prior to the tank being filled via the tank feed line , a flow of a gaseous pressurized medium is conveyed with the first valve closed to the tank via a bypass line bridging the first valve , wherein the flow of medium is throttled in the bypass line , so that a tank feed pressure acting on the tank valve rises in a controlled manner.2. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the flow of medium is throttled by means of a throttle provided in the bypass line claim 1 , so that the tank feed pressure acting on the tank valve rises in a controlled manner downstream of the throttle.3. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the bypass line can be shut off by means of a second valve claim 1 , which in particular is provided upstream of the throttle in the bypass line claim 1 , wherein the second valve is opened to perform the pressure test with the first valve closed and the flow of medium via the bypass line is conveyed to the tank.4. The method according to claim 3 , characterized in that the flow of medium in the bypass line is ...

SOLVENT DEPRESSURIZATION DEVICES, SYSTEM, AND METHODS

A solvent storage and depressurization system is described. The system allows a volume of solvent to be stored and used at low pressure, thereby providing safety benefits and regulatory simplicity. The system includes an external expansion tank that is located outside of an extraction facility and that contains a solvent. The system also includes an internal storage tank that is located inside of the extraction facility and that provides a solvent supply to a solvent user, such as a phytochemical extraction system. The external and internal tanks are separated and connected via a duplex manifold. The manifold allows gas below a first pressure level to pass from the external expansion tank to the internal storage tank, and allows gas above a second pressure level to pass from the internal storage tank back to the external expansion tank, wherein the second pressure level is greater than the first pressure level. 1. A solvent depressurization system comprising:an external expansion tank that is located outside of an extraction facility and that contains a solvent;an internal storage tank that is located inside of the extraction facility and that provides a solvent supply to a solvent user; anda manifold that is coupled via a first conduit to the expansion tank and coupled via a second conduit to the storage tank, wherein the manifold is configured to allow gas below a first pressure level to pass from the external expansion tank to the internal storage tank, and to allow gas above a second pressure level to pass from the internal storage tank back to the external expansion tank, wherein the second pressure level is greater than the first pressure level.2. The solvent depressurization system of claim 1 , wherein the solvent is propane or butane.3. The solvent depressurization system of claim 1 , wherein the solvent user is a phytochemical extraction system.4. The solvent depressurization system of claim 1 , wherein the first pressure level is 0.3 psi and wherein the ...

Gas cartridge loaded dispensing device

A cartridge loader includes a lever arm, a hinge axle and a cam centered on the hinge axle, and a housing for receiving a cartridge, the housing having a first end and a second end, the first end adapted to connect to an appliance, and the second end adapted to allow the lever arm to open and close, the housing having an aperture exposing an interior of the housing, the aperture shaped to receive the cartridge and the lever arm, wherein the cam is adapted to assist in seating the cartridge in the housing when the lever arm is closed, and ejecting the cartridge when the lever arm is opened.

Method for filling a tank with gas

Method for filling a tank with gas via an injector, in which the average temperature of the gas in the tank is estimated in real time.

Hydrostatically Compensated Compressed Gas Energy Storage System

A compressed gas energy storage system may include an accumulator for containing a layer of compressed gas atop a layer of liquid. A gas conduit may have an upper end in communication with a gas compressor/expander subsystem and a lower end in communication with accumulator interior for conveying compressed gas into the compressed gas layer of the accumulator when in use. A shaft may have an interior for containing a quantity of a liquid and may be fluidly connectable to a liquid source/sink via a liquid supply conduit. A partition may cover may separate the accumulator interior from the shaft interior. An internal accumulator force may act on the inner surface of the partition and the liquid within the shaft may exert an external counter force on the outer surface of the partition, whereby a net force acting on the partition is less than the accumulator force. 1. A compressed gas energy storage system comprising:a) an accumulator having a primary opening, an upper wall, a lower wall and an accumulator interior at least partially bounded the upper wall and lower wall, the accumulator for containing a layer of compressed gas atop a layer of liquid when in use;b) a gas compressor and expander subsystem spaced apart from the accumulator and a gas supply conduit having an upper end in communication with the gas compressor and expander subsystem and a lower end in communication with accumulator interior for conveying compressed gas into the compressed gas layer of the accumulator when in use;c) a shaft having a lower end adjacent the primary opening, an upper end spaced apart from the lower end, and a shaft sidewall extending upwardly from the lower end to the upper end and at least partially bounding a shaft interior for containing a quantity of a liquid, the shaft being fluidly connectable to a liquid source/sink via a liquid supply conduit;d) a partition covering the primary opening and separating the accumulator interior from the shaft interior, the partition having ...

A mobile co2 filling system for filling onsite co2 storage and dispensing systems with co2

A mobile CO2 filling system selectively fills onsite CO2 storage and dispensing systems with CO2. The system includes a mobile platform; a tank holding liquid CO2 mounted on the mobile platform; a flexible dispensing hose coupled to the tank and configured to be selectively coupled to the filling inlet of an onsite CO2 storage and dispensing system; A pump selectively coupled to the tank; and a controller for controlling the filling of an onsite CO2 storage and dispensing systems with CO2 from the tank, wherein the controller is selectively designated by the user to operate in at least one pump assisted filling state and at least one gravity feed filling state.

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FILLING WITH LIQUEFIED GAS

Device for filling with liquefied gas comprising a fluid circuit provided with a first pipe for liquid transfer comprising a first end that is intended to be connected to a source of liquefied gas and a second end that is intended to be connected to a tank to be filled, a second pipe for gas transfer comprising a first end that is intended to be connected to the source of liquefied gas and a second end that is intended to be connected to said tank to be filled, the circuit comprising at least one third transfer pipe connecting the first and second transfer pipes, and a vent device connected to the first and second transfer pipes via a set of one or more safety valves, the circuit comprising a set of one or more valves for controlling the streams of fluid in the pipes of the circuit, the device comprising a system for gas flushing of the circuit, characterized in that the flushing system comprises a first source of pressurized gas, and a first set of one or more flushing pipes connecting the first source of pressurized gas in parallel both to the first and second transfer pipes via a set of one or more valves. 1. A device for filling with liquefied gas comprising:a fluid circuit provided with a first pipe for liquid transfer comprising a first end that is intended to be connected to a source of liquefied gas and a second end that is intended to be connected to a tank to be filled, a second pipe for gas transfer comprising a first end that is intended to be connected to the source of liquefied gas and a second end that is intended to be connected to said tank to be filled, at least one third transfer pipe connecting the first and second transfer pipes, a vent device connected to the first and second transfer pipes via a set of one or more safety valves, and a set of one or more valves for controlling streams of fluid in the pipes of the circuit; anda circuit gas flushing system comprising a first source of pressurized gas, and a first set of one or more flushing pipes ...

GAS SUPPLY APPARATUS

The gas supply apparatus is installed in a site of a facility for replenishing hydrogen gas. The gas supply apparatus includes: a gas treatment unit for treating the hydrogen gas; a housing including a gas unit accommodation part fix accommodating the gas treatment unit; and a duct part for allowing the air to flow out of or into the gas unit accommodation part. The housing includes a side section and a top section each having a barrier member. The duct part includes an inner opening section opened horizontally to the gas unit accommodation part, a passage section joining the inner opening section, and an outer opening section causing the passage section to open to an outside of the housing. The duct part has a barrier member. 1. A gas supply apparatus to be installed in a site of a facility for replenishing hydrogen gas , comprising:a gas treatment unit for treating the hydrogen gas;a housing including a gas unit accommodation part for accommodating the gas treatment unit: anda duct part for allowing the air to flow out of or into the gas unit accommodation part, whereinthe housing includes a side section and a top section each having a barrier member, andthe duct part includes an inner opening section opened horizontally to the gas unit accommodation part, a passage section joining the inner opening section, and an outer opening section causing the passage section to open to an outside of the housing, and the duct part has a barrier member.2. The gas supply apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe duct part is provided in an inside of the housing.3. The gas supply apparatus according to claim 2 , whereinthe passage section extends in a direction different from an opening direction of the inner opening section.4. The gas supply apparatus according to claim 2 , whereinthe outer opening section opens upward in the top section of the housing, or opens horizontally in the side section of the housing.5. The gas supply apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe duct ...

LIQUEFIED FUEL GAS SYSTEM AND METHOD

A method of fueling a transporter with liquefied fuel gas includes providing a transporter having a fuel gas storage tank for holding a liquefied fuel gas, a sub-cooler fluidly connected to the fuel gas storage tank, and a consumer. Liquefied fuel gas from the fuel gas storage tank is pumped into the subcooler to create subcooled liquefied fuel gas. The subcooled liquefied fuel gas may then be introduced into the fuel gas storage tank, for example by spraying into a vapor space of the fuel gas storage tank. Liquefied fuel gas is pumped from the fuel gas storage tank to provide pressurized liquefied fuel gas, the pressurized liquefied fuel gas is vaporized and the vaporized fuel gas is provided to the consumer for propelling the means of transport using the vaporized fuel gas as a fuel. 1. A method of fueling a transporter with liquefied fuel gas , the method comprising the steps of:providing a transporter, the transporter comprising a fuel gas storage tank for holding a liquefied fuel gas, a sub-cooler fluidly connected to the fuel gas storage tank, and a consumer;pumping liquefied fuel gas from the fuel gas storage tank into the sub-cooler to create subcooled liquefied fuel gas; andintroducing the subcooled liquefied fuel gas into the fuel gas storage tank.2. The method of claim 1 , the step of introducing the subcooled liquefied fuel gas into the fuel gas storage tank comprising spraying the subcooled liquefied fuel gas into a vapor space of the fuel gas storage tank.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:pumping the liquefied fuel gas from the fuel gas storage tank to provide pressurized liquefied fuel gas;vaporizing the pressurized liquefied fuel gas to provide vaporized fuel gas; andproviding the vaporized fuel gas to the consumer for propelling the means of transport using the vaporized fuel gas as a fuel.4. The method of claim 1 , the method including repeating the steps of pumping the liquefied fuel gas from the fuel gas storage tank into ...

Systems And Methods For Transporting Liquefied Natural Gas

Systems and methods for transporting and managing LNG are contemplated. A source of LNG is pumped to a pressure higher than a consumer pressure, and is vaporized to provide vaporized LNG. The vaporized LNG is transported from a first location to a second location without the need for cryogenic equipment. At the second location, the vaporized LNG is expanded to the consumer pressure or a second pressure below the consumer pressure to generate refrigeration content suitable to reliquefy at least a portion of the vaporized LNG. A reliquefied natural gas is generated at the second location while providing a natural gas product to a downstream consumer at the consumer pressure. 1. A method of providing a reliquefied natural gas product at a second location , comprising:providing liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) from an LNG source;pumping the LNG to a pressure above a consumer pressure to thereby form pressurized LNG;vaporizing the pressurized LNG at a first location to thereby form a pressurized natural gas;transporting the pressurized natural gas from the first location to the second location;expanding, at the second location, at least a portion of the pressurized natural gas to a second pressure to generate refrigeration content; andreliquefying the at least portion of the pressurized natural gas using the refrigeration content to thereby form the reliquefied natural gas product.2. (canceled)3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pressure of the pressurized LNG is between 10 and 100 bar.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first location is offshore and the second location is onshore.5. (canceled)6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the second location is an LNG production plant claim 5 , an LNG regasification plant claim 5 , or a natural gas distribution plant.78-. (canceled)9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of expanding further comprises steps of (i) cooling the pressurized natural gas in a heat exchanger to thereby generate a cooled product stream claim 1 , ( ...

System and Method for Transfering Liquid Argon to Bulk Transport Tanks

A system and method is provided for transferring liquid argon from a bulk storage tank to a transport tank in which liquid argon is pumped through a tube arrangement within a heat exchanger and the tube arrangement is contacted by liquid nitrogen so that heat transfers from the liquid argon to the liquid nitrogen, thereby reducing the temperature, density and pressure of the liquid argon prior to exiting the heat exchanger and flowing into the transport tank. 1. A system for transferring liquid argon from a bulk storage tank to a transport tank comprising:a storage tank containing liquid nitrogen; and a housing defining an interior chamber;', 'a liquid argon tube arrangement disposed within the interior chamber and having an inlet configured for fluid communication with the bulk storage tank and an outlet configured for fluid communication with the transport tank;', 'a liquid nitrogen tube arrangement in fluid communication with said liquid nitrogen bulk storage tank and disposed within the interior chamber in close proximity to the liquid argon tube arrangement, the liquid nitrogen tube arrangement including a plurality of openings positioned and arranged to direct liquid nitrogen from the liquid nitrogen tube arrangement onto the liquid argon tube arrangement; and', 'a vent defined in the housing in communication with the interior chamber to vent gaseous nitrogen therefrom., 'a heat exchanger including;'}2. The system for transferring liquid argon of claim 1 , wherein:said inlet is incorporated into said housing at or adjacent an upper portion of the housing; andsaid outlet is incorporated into said housing at or adjacent a lower portion of the housing3. The system for transferring liquid argon of claim 1 , wherein said liquid argon tube arrangement includes a first spiral tube extending from said inlet to said outlet.4. The system for transferring liquid argon of claim 3 , wherein said first spiral tube includes twenty coils between said inlet and said outlet.5. ...

FUEL GAS STORAGE TANK AND METHOD OF FILLING THE SAME

A fuel gas storage tank is disclosed that can store fuel gas, such as natural gas or hydrogen, in a solid state. The fuel gas storage tank includes a shell having a tank interior, a fuel gas storage material housed within the tank interior, one or more fuel gas injecting tubes, and one or more fuel gas collecting tubes. Each of the fuel gas injecting tube(s) and the fuel gas collecting tube(s) is permeable to fuel gas and is disposed in the tank interior and surrounded by the fuel gas storage material. And, within the tank interior, the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes and the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes are not directly connected to one another. 1. A fuel gas storage tank comprising:a shell that defines a tank interior;a fuel gas storage material housed within the tank interior, the fuel gas storage material being able to reversibly store fuel gas in a solid state;one or more fuel gas injecting tubes disposed in the tank interior, each of the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes being permeable to fuel gas and fluidly communicating with a fuel gas feed line; andone or more fuel gas collecting tubes disposed in the tank interior, each of the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes being permeable to fuel gas and fluidly communicating with a fuel gas extraction line, wherein the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes and the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes are not directly connected to each other within the tank interior thereby allowing fuel gas to be exchanged between the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes and the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes only by diffusing through the tank interior while being exposed to the fuel gas storage material.2. The fuel gas storage tank set forth in claim 1 , wherein the one or more fuel gas injecting tubes claim 1 , the one or more fuel gas collecting tubes claim 1 , or both claim 1 , comprise a filter tube that defines an internal flow passage extending between a first end and a second end claim 1 , the ...

FILLING STATION FOR CRYOGENIC REFRIGERANT

A filling station for filling a liquid cryogenic refrigerant from a supply tank to a receiver tank, the filling station comprising a flash tank between the supply tank and the receiver tank, adapted to de-pressurize the refrigerant that is transferred from the flash tank to the receiver tank, resulting in formation of a liquid cryogenic refrigerant phase and a vapour cryogenic refrigerant phase within the flash tank, and to phase separate the liquid and vapour cryogenic refrigerant phase, and a pump between the flash tank and the receiver tank, adapted for pumping the refrigerant out of the flash tank to the receiver tank, wherein the flash tank is equipped with a level control unit that is arranged to keep the level of the liquid cryogenic refrigerant phase within the flash tank at a predetermined minimum. 1. A filling station adapted for filling a liquid cryogenic refrigerant from a supply tank to a receiver tank , the filling station comprising de-pressurize the liquid cryogenic refrigerant that is transferred from the supply tank to the flash tank, resulting in the formation of a liquid cryogenic refrigerant phase and a vapour cryogenic refrigerant phase within the flash tank, and', 'to phase separate the liquid and the vapour cryogenic refrigerant phase, and, 'a flash tank positioned between the supply tank and the receiver tank, this flash tank being adapted to'}a pump positioned between the flash tank and the receiver tank, the pump being adapted for pumping the liquid cryogenic refrigerant out of the flash tank to the receiver tank when being in operation,wherein the flash tank is equipped with a level control unit that is arranged to keep the level of the liquid cryogenic refrigerant phase within the flash tank at a predetermined minimum.2. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the level control unit is arranged to keep the level of the flash tank below a predetermined maximum.3. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the filling ...

FILLING STATION FOR CRYOGENIC REFRIGERANT

A filling station for filling a liquid cryogenic refrigerant from a supply tank to a receiver tank, the filling station comprising a flash tank between the supply tank and the receiver tank, adapted to de-pressurize the refrigerant that is transferred from the flash tank to the receiver tank, resulting in formation of a liquid cryogenic refrigerant phase and a vapour cryogenic refrigerant phase within the flash tank, and to phase separate the liquid and vapour cryogenic refrigerant phase, and a pump between the flash tank and the receiver tank, adapted for pumping the refrigerant out of the flash tank to the receiver tank, wherein the flash tank has a size and the pump has an outflow of refrigerant such that the ratio between the size of the flash tank and the outflow of refrigerant out of the pump is equal to or more than 1. 2. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the ratio between the size of the flash tank and the outflow of the liquid cryogenic refrigerant out of the pump is between 1 and 5.3. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the filling station comprises one or more exhaust ball valves adapted forblowing-off excess cryogenic refrigerant vapour out of the flash tank when the pressure in the flash tank exceeds a predetermined pressure limit; andblowing-off excess cryogenic refrigerant vapour out of the receiver tank when the pressure in the receiver tank exceeds a predetermined pressure limit during the filling process of the receiver tank.4. The filling station according to claim 3 , wherein the predetermined pressure limit of the flash tank is between 7 and 10 bar.5. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the filling station comprises a silencer adapted to reduce the noise of the excess cryogenic refrigerant vapour being blown-off out of the flash tank and the receiver tank.6. The filling station according to claim 1 , wherein the filling station comprises cryogenic refrigerant vapour piping between the supply tank ...

SYSTEM FOR DRAINING AND REFILLING CRYOGENIC FUEL IN A VEHICLE TANK

A tool for draining and refilling a vehicle tank for cryogenic fuel, wherein the tool when in position for use has a vertical direction and includes a heat exchanger and a cooling tank, the cooling tank having an upper portion and a lower portion as viewed in the vertical direction of the tool and including a fuel outlet having at least one outlet valve, the fuel outlet being connected to a first fuel conduit and second fuel conduit via the at least one outlet valve, wherein the first fuel conduit includes an arrangement for connecting the first fuel conduit to an inlet on the heat exchanger, and wherein the second fuel conduit includes an arrangement for connecting the second fuel conduit to an inlet on a vehicle tank, the cooling tank further including an inlet, the inlet being connected to a fuel inlet conduit via a check valve and the fuel inlet conduit including an arrangement for connecting the inlet to an outlet from the heat exchanger, or to an outlet from a vehicle tank, and the outlet of the heat exchanger including an arrangement for connecting to an inlet on a vehicle tank, and a system and method for draining and refilling a vehicle tank. 128. A tool for draining and refilling a vehicle tank for cryogenic fuel , wherein the tool when in position for use has a vertical direction and comprises a heat exchanger and a cooling tank , the cooling tank having an upper portion and a lower portion as viewed in the vertical direction a the tool and comprising a fuel outlet having at least one outlet valve , the fuel outlet being connected to a fuel outlet conduit , wherein the fuel outlet conduit comprises means for connecting the fuel outlet on the cooling tank to an inlet on the heat exchanger , and wherein the fuel outlet conduit comprises means for connecting the fuel outlet on the cooling tank to an inlet on a vehicle tank , and that the cooling tank further comprises an inlet , the inlet being connected to a fuel inlet conduit via a check valve , and that ...

HYDROGEN RELEASE SYSTEM

A system for discharging hydrogen from two or more hydrogen storage vessels (A, B, C) containing solid hydrogen storage material. The system includes at least one hydrogen supply line for connecting the hydrogen storage vessels to a hydrogen demand (), and energy delivery system (A, B, C) to provide heat to the hydrogen storage material in each hydrogen storage vessel to desorb hydrogen from the solid hydrogen storage material, and one or more supply connection conduits (A, B, C) for connecting the supply line of lines to the hydrogen storage vessels (A, B, C). Each supply connection conduit has a backflow prevention device (A, B, C) to prevent hydrogen in the supply line from flowing back into the hydrogen storage vessels (A, B, C). Also disclosed is a system for delivering a supply of hydrogen to a hydrogen supply line including a control system () to determine the timing of activation of an energy delivery system based (A, B, C) on the hydrogen demand in the hydrogen supply line. The control system () activates the energy delivery system based (A, B, C) in the next hydrogen storage unit to provide a sufficient period of time for the material in the next hydrogen storage vessel to heat to the temperature at which hydrogen is provided at the supply pressure for the hydrogen supply line. 1. A system for discharging hydrogen from one or more hydrogen storage vessels , the hydrogen storage vessel or vessels containing solid hydrogen storage material , the system including;a hydrogen supply line for connecting to a hydrogen demand;an energy delivery system to provide heat to the hydrogen storage material in at least one of the hydrogen storage vessels to desorb hydrogen from the solid hydrogen storage material;a process control system; wherein the process control system monitors the desorption process from the one or more hydrogen storage vessels; wherein the process control system regulates the delivery energy from the energy delivery system to the one or more ...

METHOD FOR FILLING UP A STORAGE TANK WITH A GASEOUS PRESSURIZED MEDIUM, IN PARTICULAR HYDROGEN

The invention relates to a method for filling up a storage tank (e.g., a vehicle tank) () with a gaseous, pressurized medium, in particular in the form of hydrogen, in which a supply tank system () for storing the hydrogen is connected with the storage tank () to be filled by way of a tank feed line () and a fueling valve (), wherein, prior to filling up the storage tank () with aforesaid medium with the fueling valve () closed, a flow of the medium for cooling the tank feed line () is guided through the tank feed line () at a predefinable target temperature, and removed from the tank feed line () through a line () that branches away upstream from the fueling valve (). In addition, the invention relates to a fueling facility () for filling up a storage tank (). 1. A method for filling up a storage tank with a gaseous , pressurized medium in which a supply tank system for storing the hydrogen is connected with the storage tank to be filled by way of a tank feed line , wherein , prior to filling up the storage tank with aforesaid medium , a flow of the medium for cooling the tank feed line is guided through the tank feed line , and removed from the tank feed line through a line that branches away from the tank feed line upstream from the storage tank.2. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the tank feed line exhibits a fueling valve for blocking the tank feed line claim 1 , which is designed in particular as the inlet valve of a gas pump claim 1 , wherein aforesaid line branches way from the tank feed line upstream from the fueling valve claim 1 , and wherein the aforesaid flow is guided through the tank feed line and removed from the tank feed line via the aforesaid line with the fueling valve closed.3. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the medium used to cool the tank feed line is returned into the supply tank system via aforesaid line.4. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the actual temperature of the ...

PROCESS FOR FILLING A GAS STORAGE CONTAINER

A gas storage container may be filled with gas under pressure by feeding cryogenic fluid comprising liquefied gas into the container through a first conduit arrangement in a nozzle inserted into a passageway through a fluid flow control unit mounted in an opening in said container; closing the container to the passage of gas into or out of said container; and allowing said cryogenic fluid to become gaseous within the closed container. The invention involves venting displaced air and/or gaseous cryogenic fluid from said container during the feeding step through a second conduit arrangement in the nozzle. In embodiments in which displaced air and/or gaseous cryogenic fluid flows through the second conduit arrangement around a length of the first conduit arrangement, heat transfer from the fluid flow control unit to said cryogenic fluid is suppressed thereby reducing the level of evaporation of the cryogenic fluid in the nozzle during fill. 1. A process for filling a gas storage container with gas under pressure , said process comprising the steps of:feeding cryogenic fluid comprising liquefied gas into a gas storage container through a first conduit arrangement in a nozzle inserted into a passageway through a fluid flow control unit mounted in an opening in said container;closing said container to the passage of gas into or out of said container; andallowing said cryogenic fluid to become gaseous within said closed container, wherein, during said feeding step, displaced air and/or gaseous cryogenic fluid is vented from said container through a second conduit arrangement in said nozzle.2. A process as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said displaced air and/or gaseous cryogenic liquid flows around a length of said first conduit arrangement to suppress heat transfer from said fluid flow control unit to said cryogenic liquid.3. A process as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said second conduit arrangement defines an at least substantially annular flowpath around said length of ...

A COOLED-HYDROGEN SUPPLY STATION AND A COOLING APPARATUS FOR HYDROGEN

The present invention is a hydrogen cooling apparatus comprising: a air-cooled condenser disposed on a part of a first coolant passage so as to enable cooling of a first coolant by driving an air-cooling fan; a first heat exchanger enabling cooling of a second coolant by the first coolant, between another part of the first coolant passage and a part of a second coolant passage; and a second heat exchanger enabling cooling of hydrogen by the second coolant, between another part of the second coolant passage and a part of a hydrogen passage. A driving rotational speed of the air-cooling fan is inverter controlled in such a manner that a pressure of the first coolant from the air-cooled condenser to the first heat exchanger is maintained between 1.5 MPa and 1.7 MPa. 1. A cooled-hydrogen supply station comprising:a first coolant passage through which a first coolant circulates;an air-cooled condenser disposed on a part of the first coolant passage so as to enable cooling of the first coolant by driving an air-cooling fan;a second coolant passage through which a second coolant flows;a first heat exchanger enabling cooling of the second coolant by the first coolant, between another part of the first coolant passage and a part of the second coolant passage;a pressure detecting sensor configured to detect a pressure of the first coolant from the air-cooled condenser to the first heat exchanger;an inverter controller configured to inverter control a driving rotational speed of the air-cooling fan based on the pressure detected by the pressure detecting sensor in such a manner that the pressure is maintained between 1.5 MPa and 1.7 MPa;a hydrogen storage unit in which hydrogen is stored;a hydrogen passage through which the hydrogen stored in the hydrogen storage unit is transported; anda second heat exchanger enabling cooling of the hydrogen by the second coolant, between another part of the second coolant passage and a part of the hydrogen passage;wherein:the inverter ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR COMPRESSING EVAPORATED GAS

The invention provides an apparatus comprising a storage tank, a liquid piston compressor and a gas-fed device. The storage tank is configured to store liquefied gas therein. The liquid piston compressor is disposed downstream of, and in fluid communication with, the storage tank and is configured to receive boil-off gas from the storage tank and to compress the gas. The gas-fed device is disposed downstream of, and in fluid communication with, the liquid piston compressor, and is configured to receive compressed gas from the liquid piston compressor. 1. An apparatus comprising a storage tank configured to store liquefied gas therein; a liquid piston compressor disposed downstream of , and in fluid communication with , the storage tank and configured to receive boil-off gas from the storage tank and to compress the gas; and a gas-fed device disposed downstream of , and in fluid communication with , the liquid piston compressor , wherein the gas-fed device is configured to receive compressed gas from the liquid piston compressor.2. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the storage tank is configured to store a flammable liquefied gas comprising liquefied hydrogen claim 1 , liquefied natural gas (LNG) claim 1 , liquefied methane claim 1 , liquefied ethane and/or liquefied propane.3. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the storage tank is configured to store the liquefied gas at a pressure of less than 10 bara.4. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the apparatus comprises a pre-compressor configured to receive the boil-off gas from the storage tank and to increase the pressure of the boil-off gas to between 2 bara and 20 bara claim 1 , wherein the pre-compressor is disposed downstream of claim 1 , and in fluid communication claim 1 , with the storage tank claim 1 , and disposed upstream of claim 1 , and in fluid communication with claim 1 , the liquid piston compressor.5. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid piston compressor ...

SHIP INCLUDING GAS RE-VAPORIZING SYSTEM

A ship including a gas re-vaporizing system according to the present invention includes: a ship body; a vaporizer which is arranged in an upper portion of the ship body, and vaporizes liquefied gas and supplies the vaporized liquefied gas to a demander; and a heat source supply apparatus which is arranged inside the ship body and supplies a heat source to the vaporizer. 1. A ship including a gas re-vaporizing system , the ship comprising:a ship body;a vaporizer which is arranged in an upper portion of the ship body, and vaporizes liquefied gas and supplies the vaporized liquefied gas to a demander; anda heat source supply apparatus which is arranged inside the ship body and supplies a heat source to the vaporizer.2. The ship of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one deck which vertically divides an internal space of the ship body.3. The ship of claim 2 , wherein the heat source supply apparatus includes:a heat source pump, which supplies the heat source;a seawater heat exchanger, which heat exchanges the heat source and seawater; anda heat source circulation line, which is provided with the heat source pump and the seawater heat exchanger, andthe heat source pump and the seawater heat exchanger are sectioned and disposed at an upper side or a lower side by the deck.4. The ship of claim 3 , further comprising:a seawater pump, which supplies the seawater to the seawater heat exchanger; anda seawater line, in which the seawater flows and which is provided with the seawater pump and the seawater heat exchanger,wherein the heat source circulation line is formed to have a smaller diameter than a diameter of the seawater line.5. The ship of claim 4 , wherein the seawater line has one end claim 4 , which is connected to a seawater inlet formed on a lateral surface of the ship body claim 4 , and the other end claim 4 , which is connected to a seawater outlet formed on a lateral surface of the ship body claim 4 , andthe heat source supply apparatus is disposed in a section ...

LIQUIEFYING A GASEOUS MEDIUM

An arrangement comprising at least one liquefaction plant for liquefying a gaseous medium to produce a liquefied medium; and at least one storage tank for storing the liquefied medium. A first transfer line is provided which is connected between the liquefaction plant and the storage tank, for transferring liquefied medium from the liquefaction plant into the storage tank. A second transfer line is connected between the liquefaction plant and the storage tank, for transferring gaseous medium from the storage tank into the liquefaction plant. The second transfer line, which used for transferring medium from the storage tank into the liquefaction plant, is arranged so that it is routed at least partially through the area of the storage tank in which the liquefied medium is stored in use. 1. An arrangement comprisingat least one liquefaction plant (V) for liquefying a gaseous medium to produce a liquefied medium,at least one storage tank (S) for storing the liquefied medium,{'b': '3', 'a first transfer line () connected between the liquefaction plant (V) and the storage tank (S) for transferring liquefied medium from the liquefaction plant (V) into the storage tank (S), and'}{'b': 4', '4, 'a second transfer line (′, ″) connected between the liquefaction plant (V) and the storage tank (S) for transferring gaseous medium from the storage tank (S) into the liquefaction plant (V),'}{'b': 4', '4, 'wherein the second transfer line (′, ″), used for transferring medium from the storage tank (S) into the liquefaction plant (V), is arranged so that the second transfer line is routed at least partially through the area of the storage tank (S) in which the liquefied medium is stored in use.'}2344. An arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein an outlet of the first transfer line () into the storage tank (S) is provided adjacent to a first side wall of the tank (S) and an inlet of the second transfer line (′ claim 1 , ″) is provide adjacent to a second side wall claim 1 , said ...

METHOD FOR RECOVERING ENERGY FROM DRY ICE AT INFRA-ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE

A method of recovering energy produced by the change of phase of dry ice using a device having an enclosure () containing dry ice at an infra-atmospheric pressure and at a solidification temperature corresponding to the infra-atmospheric pressure; and a primary energy recovery circuit (), in which a heat transfer fluid circulates, passing through the enclosure. The method involves passage of the heat transfer fluid into the primary circuit (), this step causing the heating of the dry ice and its change of phase into CO2 and the cooling of the heat transfer fluid; extraction of the CO2 contained in the enclosure (); and substantially continuous lowering of the pressure of the enclosure () to an infra-atmospheric pressure. 11. A method of recovering energy produced by the change of phase of dry ice , said method being implemented by a device () comprising:{'b': '2', 'an enclosure () containing the dry ice at an infra-atmospheric pressure;'}{'b': 3', '2, 'a primary energy recovery circuit (), in which a heat transfer fluid circulates, passing through the enclosure ();'}the method comprising the following steps:{'b': '3', 'sub': '2', 'passage of the heat transfer fluid into the primary circuit (), this step causing the heating of the dry ice and its change of phase into COand the cooling of the heat transfer fluid;'}{'sub': '2', 'b': '2', 'extraction of the COcontained in the enclosure ();'}{'b': '2', 'a substantially continuous lowering of the pressure of the enclosure () to an infra-atmospheric pressure.'}22. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the COextracted from the enclosure () is gaseous.32914. The method according to claim 1 , comprising conveyance of the COextracted from the enclosure () into a heat exchanger () in which it transfers part of its heat to a heat transfer fluid circulating in a secondary circuit ().478. The method according to claim 1 , comprising substantially continuously measuring the pressure in a suction line () by a pressure sensor (). ...

Transport of Natural Gas Through solution in Liquid Hydrocarbon at Ambient Temperature

A method of transporting natural gas by liquefaction of natural gas at ambient temperature, achieved by mixing the natural gas at high pressure with a hydrocarbon that is a stable liquid at ambient temperature and ambient pressure. The hydrocarbon liquid may be crude oil or a distillate of crude oil. The method includes: liquefaction: mixing the natural gas with the hydrocarbon liquid at an ambient temperature and a high pressure to generate a liquid mixture, which contains the natural gas dissolved in the hydrocarbon liquid; shipping: transporting the liquid mixture using a marine tanker, during which the liquid mixture is maintained at ambient temperature and the high pressure; and regasification: at the destination, releasing a gas from the liquid mixture by lowering the pressure of the liquid mixture. The hydrocarbon liquid may be used multiple times. 1. A process of transporting natural gas , comprising:providing a hydrocarbon liquid, the hydrocarbon liquid being a stable liquid at ambient temperatures and ambient pressures;mixing the natural gas with the hydrocarbon liquid at an ambient temperature and a high pressure to generate a liquid mixture, the liquid mixture being a liquid containing the natural gas dissolved in the hydrocarbon liquid; andtransporting the liquid mixture using a marine tanker from a first location to a second location, during which the liquid mixture is maintained at ambient temperature and the high pressure.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the hydrocarbon liquid is crude oil.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the hydrocarbon liquid is a distillate of crude oil.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the mixing step mixes more than 20 volumes of the natural gas into one volume of the hydrocarbon liquid.5. The process of claim 1 , wherein the high pressure is above 1000 psia.6. The process of claim 1 , further comprising: prior to the mixing step claim 1 , conditioning the natural gas claim 1 , including dehydration and hydrogen sulfide ...

GAS FILLING SYSTEM

Provided is a gas filling system capable of further improving SOC of a gas tank. A gas filling system includes a gas tank and a gas station. The gas station includes a gas feed line, a gas return line, a gas circulation pump configured to circulate the gas between the gas tank and the gas station through the gas feed line and the gas return line, and a precooler configured to cool the gas fed from the gas station to the gas tank through the gas feed line. The gas is supplied from the gas station to the gas tank while the gas cooled by the gas precooler to a temperature lower than a heat resistant temperature of the gas tank is being circulated between the gas tank and the gas station. 1. A gas filling system comprising:a gas tank; anda gas station configured to supply a gas to the gas tank, wherein a gas feed line configured to feed the gas from the gas station to the gas tank;', 'a gas return line configured to return the gas in the gas tank to the gas station;', 'a gas circulation pump configured to circulate the gas between the gas tank and the gas station through the gas feed line and the gas return line; and', 'a gas cooling unit configured to cool the gas fed from the gas station to the gas tank through the gas feed line, and, 'the gas station comprisesthe gas is supplied from the gas station to the gas tank while the gas cooled by the gas cooling unit to a temperature lower than a heat resistant temperature of the gas tank is being circulated between the gas tank and the gas station.2. The gas filling system according to claim 1 , wherein after a temperature of the gas in the gas tank has risen to a predetermined temperature claim 1 , the gas is being supplied from the gas station to the gas tank while the gas is being circulated by the gas cooling unit between the gas tank and the gas station.3. The gas filling system according to claim 1 , whereinthe gas tank is mounted on a vehicle, andthe vehicle comprises a gas feeding connection port for connecting the ...

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MODULAR, MOBILE RAIL FUELING

A portable, modular fueling system for the storage, dispensing and offloading of fuel from a rail vehicle to one or more other fuel storage vessels is disclosed. The system module is self-contained on an ISO standardized intermodal platform. The module is capable of being in fluid communication with a plurality of modular storage vessels, either rail-bound or wayside, such as for delivering fuel to a fuel tender or a locomotive. Electrical power, equipment storage, lighting, and compressed air may be located on the intermodal rail car or in a support module, such as either ground-based or rail-mobile. Alternatively, the platform can be mounted to a trailer chassis, or affixed to a land-based foundation matching the standardized intermodal container footprint. Control of the fuel system is provided by automatic means with manual override. 1. A system for portable , modular fueling , the system comprising:a platform configured for intermodal rail transport, the platform having a storage tank for fuel and mounted to a frame, and the storage tank is configured to be in fluid communication with one or more storage vessels for fuel to deliver fuel thereto.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the system is configured to handle fuel in both a gaseous state and a liquid state.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the platform is configured to be mounted to an intermodal well rail car capable of providing a modular claim 1 , on-board dispensing system claim 1 , power claim 1 , storage claim 1 , lighting and compressed air.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the intermodal well rail car comprises an electrical generator and an air compressor.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the generator and the compressor are configured to be powered with shore power.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the platform is configured to be mounted to a trailer chassis or a land-based foundation claim 1 , each having a footprint that matches a footprint of the intermodal rail transport.7. The system of ...

DEVICE AND PROCESS FOR REFUELING CONTAINERS WITH PRESSURIZED GAS

A device and process for refuelling containers comprising a pressurized gas source, a transfer circuit intended to be removably connected to a container, the device comprising a refrigeration system comprising a refrigerant cooling loop circuit comprising, arranged in series, a compressor, a condenser section, an expansion valve and an evaporator section, the refrigeration system comprising a cold source in heat exchange with the condenser section and a heat exchanger located in the transfer circuit, the refrigerant cooling loop circuit comprising a bypass conduit comprising an upstream end connected to the outlet of the compressor and a downstream end connected to the refrigerant cooling loop circuit upstream the compressor inlet, the device further comprising a bypass regulating valve for controlling the flow of refrigerant flowing into the by-pass conduit, the device comprising a pressure sensor for sensing the refrigerant pressure in the cooling loop circuit between the compressor inlet and the heat exchanger outlet, notably at the inlet of the compressor, the device comprising an electronic controller configured for regulating the suction pressure at the inlet of the compressor via the control of the compressor speed and the opening of the bypass valve. 1. A device for refuelling containers with pressurized gas comprising: a pressurized gas source. a transfer circuit comprising one upstream end connected to the gas source and at least one downstream end intended to be removably connected to a container , a bypass regulating valve , an electronic controller connected to the bypass regulating valve and which is adapted and configured for controlling the bypass regulating valve; a pressure sensor , and a refrigeration system for cooling the gas flowing from the gas source prior to its entering into the container , the refrigeration system comprising a refrigerant cooling loop circuit comprising , arranged in series , a compressor , a condenser section , an ...

METHOD FOR MEASURING THE QUANTITY OF GAS INTRODUCED INTO A RESERVOIR AND CORRESPONDING FILLING STATION

A measured quantity of gas is introduced into a gas reservoir via a filling station including a flow meter. The quantity of gas transferred by the filling station to the reservoir is measured by the flow meter. The measured quantity of gas is reduced or increased by a predetermined corrective amount to yield a corrected gas quantity. 116-. (canceled)17. A method for measuring the quantity of gas introduced into a gas tank via a filling station equipped with a filling pipe that comprising an upstream end connected to at least one source of pressurized gas and a downstream end connected to a tank that is to be filled , the filling pipe comprising a flow meter and at least one downstream isolation valve positioned between the flow meter and the downstream end of the filling pipe , said method comprising the steps of transferring gas from the source to the tank during which step the downstream isolation valve is open;interrupting the transfer of gas with closure of the downstream valve;measuring, using the flow meter, a quantity of gas transferred during the transfer step; andgenerating a signal indicating a corrected quantity of gas transferred, the corrected quantity of gas transferred being obtained by reducing or by increasing, by a determined corrective quantity, the measured quantity of gas transferred during said step of transferring, the flow meter being adapted and configured to generate electric signals in the form of successive pulses each corresponding to an elementary measured quantity of gas, the generated signal being obtained by modifying at least one: a value of the elementary quantity of gas corresponding to a pulse generated by the flow meter, a number of pulses generated by the flow meter, a frequency with which the pulses generated by the flow meter are emitted, and a number of pulses counted from the pulses generated by the flow meter.18. The method of claim 17 , wherein the generated signal is obtained by subtracting claim 17 , or by adding claim ...

REGASIFICATION DEVICE

A device for regasifying liquefied natural gas (LNG) and co-generating cool freshwater and cool dry air, which device comprises at least one hermetic outer recipient containing an intermediate fluid in liquid phase and gaseous phase, the fluid having high latent heat and high capillary properties, traversed by at least one intermediate fluid evaporation tube inside the tube flows moist air whose moisture condenses, at least partly, in a capillary condensation regime on its inner face and on its outer face the liquid phase of the intermediate fluid evaporates, at least partially, in a capillary evaporation regime, and traversed by at least one LNG evaporation tube on which outer face the gaseous phase of the intermediate fluid condenses at least partially, under a capillary condensation regime, and inside the tube, the LNG is heated and changes phase and the regasified natural gas (NG) is heated to a temperature greater than 5° C. 1. A regasification device for liquefied natural gas (LNG) and co-generation of cool freshwater and cool dry air , the device comprising at least one external hermetic container containing an intermediate fluid in its liquid and gaseous phases , crossed by at least one intermediate fluid evaporation tube inside which a fluid that provides caloric energy to the device flows and on whose outer face the liquid phase of the intermediate fluid evaporates , and crossed by at least one LNG evaporation tube that on its outer face the gaseous phase of the intermediate fluid condenses and in its interior LNG is heated and changes phase and the resulting regasified natural gas (NG) is heated up to a temperature greater than about 5° C. , wherein the fluid flowing in the interior of at least one intermediate fluid evaporation tube is moist air and the inner face of at least one intermediate fluid evaporation tube is coated at least in part with microslots , microgrooves , sintering , or other capillary structure on which the water vapor contained in ...

Enhanced Storage System

A compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling station system includes a station storage container configured to receive gas at a first pressure, a dispenser configured to deliver CNG to a vehicle tank up to a second pressure below the first pressure, and a pressure regulator disposed between the station storage container and the dispenser. 1. A compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling station system , comprising:a station storage container configured to receive gas at a first pressure;a dispenser configured to deliver CNG to a vehicle tank up to a second pressure below the first pressure; anda pressure regulator disposed between the station storage container and the dispenser.2. The CNG refueling station system of claim 1 , wherein the pressure regulator is configured to restrict an output pressure to a pressure lower than a maximum allowable pressure of a vehicle tank connected to the dispenser.3. The CNG refueling station system of claim 1 , wherein the station storage container is in fluid communication with each of a compressor and the dispenser via a single connection.4. The CNG refueling station system of claim 3 , wherein the pressure regulator is disposed between the station storage container and each of the compressor and the dispenser.5. The CNG refueling station system of claim 4 , further comprising:a check valve connected both upstream and downstream relative to the pressure regulator.6. The CNG refueling station system of claim 5 , further comprising:a first actuated valve connected both upstream and downstream relative to the pressure regulator.7. The CNG refueling station system of claim 6 , further comprising:a first pressure switch connected between the station storage container and the pressure regulator.8. The CNG refueling station system of claim 7 , wherein the first actuated valve is actuated as a function of the operation of the first pressure switch.9. The CNG refueling station system of claim 8 , further comprising:a second actuated valve disposed ...

LNG GASIFICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A skid for capturing refrigeration from liquefied natural gas vaporization is disclosed comprising a first heat exchanger mounted on the skid, the first heat exchanger having a natural gas inlet, a natural gas outlet, a process fluid inlet, and a process fluid outlet. The process fluid is configured to flow from the process fluid inlet through the first heat exchanger to the process fluid outlet and then to the process fluid inlet. Other embodiments of the system for capturing refrigeration from vaporization of liquid natural gas, and methods for its use, are described herein. 1. A method for capturing refrigeration comprising:providing a predetermined flowrate of liquefied natural gas to a first heat exchanger;providing a process fluid to the first heat exchanger, wherein the process fluid is warmer than the liquefied natural gas;heating at least a portion of the liquefied natural gas with at least a portion of the process fluid;calculating an amount of energy transferred in the first heat exchanger from the process fluid to the liquefied natural gas;utilizing the process fluid for cooling.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising displaying on a user display the amount of energy transferred in the first heat exchanger from the liquefied natural gas to the process fluid.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising changing the predetermined flowrate of liquefied natural gas to the first heat exchanger based on the temperature of process fluid entering the heat exchanger.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising changing the predetermined flowrate of liquefied natural gas to the first heat exchanger based on the temperature of process fluid leaving the heat exchanger.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:calculating an amount of energy of the liquefied natural gas;adding the calculated amount of energy transferred in the first heat exchanger from the process fluid to the liquefied natural gas to the calculated amount of energy of the liquefied ...

Methods and compositions for delivery of carbon dioxide

Provided herein are methods, apparatus, and systems for delivering carbon dioxide as a mixture of solid and gaseous carbon dioxide to a destination.

Compressed natural gas fueling system with integrated fill receptacle

A compressed natural gas fueling system includes a frame arrangement with at least one tank disposed therein and an inlet that can receive a compressed natural gas fueling nozzle to fill the at least one tank. The fueling system can be attached with and supported by frame rails behind a cabin of a vehicle such that the inlet is positioned above the frame rails.

Gas supply device, hydrogen station, and gas supply method

A gas supply device includes a first compressor that compresses hydrogen gas, an accumulator disposed downstream of the first compressor and supplying the hydrogen gas to a dispenser that fills the hydrogen gas in a vehicle, and a gas flow passage that connects the first compressor, the accumulator, and the dispenser, and a control device. The gas flow passage includes a lead-in line for leading the hydrogen gas into the accumulator, a lead-out line for leading out the hydrogen gas from the accumulator, a lead-in side valve, and a lead-out side valve. The control device is capable of simultaneously bringing the lead-in side valve and the lead-out side valve into an open state.

NATURAL GAS FILLING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE

A natural gas filling system for a vehicle includes a piping system defining a first flow path, a receptacle, a tank, and a cooling circuit. The piping system includes a first end and a second end. The receptacle is coupled to the first end of the piping system, and the receptacle is configured to engage a natural gas filling station. The tank is in fluid communication with the receptacle and is configured to store a natural gas supply. The cooling circuit defines a second flow path and includes an expansion valve configured to reduce a pressure of a secondary fluid flow. The second flow path is in thermal communication with the first flow path such that heat transfer from the piping system into the cooling circuit cools the natural gas flowing between the receptacle and the tank. 1. A natural gas filling system for a vehicle , comprising:a piping system defining a first flow path, the piping system including a first end and a second end;a receptacle coupled to the first end of the piping system, wherein the receptacle is configured to engage a natural gas filling station;a tank coupled to the second end of the piping system, wherein the tank is in fluid communication with the receptacle and is configured to store a natural gas supply; anda cooling circuit defining a second flow path, the cooling circuit including an expansion valve configured to reduce a pressure of a secondary fluid flow,wherein the second flow path is in thermal communication with the first flow path such that heat transfer from the piping system into the cooling circuit cools the natural gas flowing between the receptacle and the tank.2. The natural gas filling system of claim 1 , wherein the cooling circuit is configured to contain an expanded gas downstream of the expansion valve claim 1 , the expanded gas having a temperature that is less than an initial temperature of the secondary fluid flow upstream of the expansion valve during operation of the cooling circuit claim 1 , and wherein the ...

TRANSPORT CONTAINER

A transport container for helium, with an inner container for receiving the helium, a coolant container for receiving a cryogenic liquid (N), an outer container, in which the inner container and the coolant container are contained, a thermal shield, in which the inner container is contained and which can be actively cooled with the aid of a liquid phase of the cryogenic liquid (LN), the thermal shield having at least one first cooling line, in which the liquid phase of the cryogenic liquid can be received for actively cooling the thermal shield, and an insulating element, which is arranged between the outer container and the thermal shield and which can be actively cooled with the aid of a gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid (GN), the insulating element having at least one second cooling line, in which the gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid can be received. 1. A transport container for helium comprising:an inner container for receiving helium,a coolant container for receiving a cryogenic liquid,an outer container in which the inner container and the coolant container are contained,a thermal shield which the inner container is contained and which can be actively cooled with the aid of a liquid phase of the cryogenic liquid, wherein the thermal shield has at least one first cooling line in which the liquid phase of the cryogenic liquid can be received for actively cooling the thermal shield, andan insulating element arranged between the outer container and the thermal shield and which can be actively cooled with the aid of a gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid, wherein the insulating element has at least one second cooling line in which the gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid can be received for actively cooling the insulating element,wherein the at least one second cooling line is in direct fluid connection with the coolant container in order for the gaseous phase of the cryogenic liquid to be received from the coolant container.2. The transport container ...

ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR OPERATING HYDROGEN FILLING STATIONS

The present application relates to an arrangement for the advantageous construction of a hydrogen filling station. 1. A method for operating a hydrogen filling station for a vehicle comprising the method stepsstoring a LOHC in the filling station, wherein hydrogen is chemically bound to the LOHC such that the LOHC is at least partially hydrogenated,releasing the chemically bound hydrogen from the LOHC andtransferring the released hydrogen into a hydrogen infrastructure of the vehicle.2. A method according to claim 1 , comprising{'b': 1', '3, 'transferring the at least partially hydrogenated LOHC from a first storage tank () into at least one chemical reactor (),'}{'b': '3', 'dehydrogenating the at least partially hydrogenated LOHC in the chemical reactor () while releasing hydrogen,'}{'b': '4', 'transferring the hydrogen by compression () into the hydrogen infrastructure of the vehicle,'}{'b': '2', 'transferring energy-lean LOHC into a second tank ().'}3. A method according to claim 1 , comprisingcondensing organic vapours by means of a dephlegmator,cooling the hydrogen to a temperature that is suitable for filling into the vehicle,{'b': '2', 'transferring the condensed vapours into a second tank (),'}{'b': '2', 'transferring the energy-lean LOHC into the second tank ().'}43. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the LOHC is being dehydrogenated in the reactor () at temperatures from ambient temperature to 350° C. and pressures from vacuum to 30 bar.53. A method according to claim 4 , wherein the LOHC is being dehydrogenated in the reactor () at temperatures from ambient temperature to 150 to 300° C.63. A method according to claim 4 , wherein the LOHC is being dehydrogenated in the reactor () at pressures from vacuum to 5 bar.73. A method according to claim 4 , wherein the LOHC is being dehydrogenated in the reactor () at pressures from 0.5 to 1.5 bar.8. A method according to claim 4 , wherein a chemical catalyst is usable for the process.9. A method according to ...

Method of heating a cryogenic liquid

A method of heating a cryogenic liquid contained in a cryogenic tank including a gas headspace. The method includes heating the cryogenic liquid by injecting gas at higher temperature under a free surface of the cryogenic liquid.

METHOD AND FILLING DEVICE FOR FILLING A TRANSPORT TANK

The present invention pertains to a method for filling a transport tank with a product medium in a liquid state in a gas liquefaction plant, comprising a step of supplying the product medium in the liquid state from a storage tank () of the gas liquefaction plant to the transport tank. The method is characterized in that it further comprises a step of discharging the product medium in a gaseous state from the transport tank into the storage tank (). 1. Method for filling a transport tank with a product medium in a liquid state in a gas liquefaction plant , comprising a step of supplying the product medium in the liquid state from a storage tank of the gas liquefaction plant to the transport tank , whereinthe method further comprises a step of discharging the product medium in a gaseous state from the transport tank to the storage tank.2. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the product medium in the gaseous state stored in the transport tank is fed into the storage tank downstream of a cooling and liquefying unit of the gas liquefaction plant which generates a liquid product medium stream to be supplied to the storage tank.3. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the product medium in the gaseous state stored in the transport tank is fed into the storage tank in its gaseous state.4. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the storage tank stores the product medium in both a liquid and a gaseous phase claim 1 , and the product medium in the gaseous state is discharged from the transport tank into the storage tank such that the product medium in the gaseous state is fed into the liquid phase.5. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the product medium in the gaseous state supplied to the storage tank from the transport tank is fed into a static mixer provided in or upstream of the storage tank.6. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the product medium in its gaseous state discharged from the transport tank is fed into a feed gas stream which claim 1 , upon flowing ...

Method and System for Optimizing the Filling, Storage and Dispensing of Carbon Dioxide From Multiple Containers Without Overpressurization

This invention relates to a novel method and system for dispensing CO2 vapor without over pressurization from a system having multiple containers. The system includes one or more liquid containers and one or more vapor containers. The system is designed to operate in a specific manner whereby a restricted amount of CO2 liquid is permitted into the vapor container through a restrictive pathway that is created and maintained by a shuttle valve during the filling operation so that equalization of container pressures is achieved, thereby allowing shuttle valve to reseat when filling has stopped. During use, a pressure differential device is designed to specifically isolate the vapor container from the liquid container so as to preferentially deplete liquid CO2 from the vapor container and avoid over pressurization of the system until the vapor container becomes liquid dry. The system can be operated so that at least 50% of the CO2 vapor product is dispensed from the vapor container. 1. A method for filling an on-site CO2 delivery system with CO2 to avoid over pressurization , comprising the steps of:providing a liquid CO2 container and a vapor CO2 container operatively connected to the liquid CO2 container;introducing pressurized CO2 fluid into the liquid CO2 container;creating a restricted flow pathway extending from the fill port to the vapor CO2 container in response to the flow of the pressurized CO2 fluid entering the liquid CO2 container;introducing a predetermined portion of the pressurized CO2 fluid through the restricted flow pathway and into the vapor CO2 container;filling the system with said pressurized CO2 fluid such that a total weight of said pressurized CO2 fluid occupying the system is no more than 68 wt % by water weight.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising substantially equalizing pressures in the liquid CO2 container and the vapor CO2 container during the filling.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein a pressure differential device is configured ...

Fuel transfer station and refillable fuel cell for fuel transfer station

A fuel transfer station may provide for the refilling of fuel canisters providing fuel to combustion powered equipment. The fuel transfer station may include a base, a frame coupled to the base, a first connection port and a second connection port provided in the base, and fluid flow lines connecting the first connection port and the second connection port. A supply tank may be supported by the frame and detachably connected to the first connection port. A fuel canister to be refilled may be detachably connected to the second connection port. Fuel contained in the supply tank may be selectively supplied to the fuel canister through the fluid flow lines in response to a pressure gradient drawing the fuel into the fuel canister.

Flow Control System

A compressed natural gas (CNG) refueling station system includes a compressor, a dispenser, and at least one of a valve and an orifice disposed in fluid communication between the compressor and the dispenser.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING BOIL-OFF GAS

Disclosed are a boil-off gas treatment system and method. The boil-off gas treatment system includes: a compressor compressing boil-off gas generated in a storage tank provided to a ship or a marine structure; a compressed gas heat exchanger disposed downstream of the compressor and performing heat exchange of the compressed boil-off gas with seawater or fresh water; and a boil-off gas heat exchanger disposed downstream of the compressed gas heat exchanger and performing heat exchanged of the compressed boil-off gas with boil-off gas to be supplied to the compressor. 1. A boil-off gas treatment system comprising:a compressor compressing boil-off gas generated in a storage tank provided to a ship or a marine structure;a compressed gas heat exchanger disposed downstream of the compressor and performing heat exchange of the compressed boil-off gas with seawater or fresh water; anda boil-off gas heat exchanger disposed downstream of the compressed gas heat exchanger and performing heat exchanged of the compressed boil-off gas with boil-off gas to be supplied to the compressor.2. The boil-off gas treatment system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a recondenser recondensing the boil-off gas compressed by the compressor;a compressed gas supply line connected to the recondenser at a downstream side of the compressor and provided with the compressed gas heat exchanger and the boil-off gas heat exchanger; anda bypass line branched from the compressed gas supply line at a downstream side of the compressed gas heat exchanger to allow the further compressed boil-off gas to be supplied to the recondenser after bypassing the boil-off gas heat exchanger.3. The boil-off gas treatment system according to claim 2 , further comprising:a first control valve disposed after a branch point of the bypass line from the compressed gas supply line; anda second control valve provided to the bypass line,wherein temperature of the compressed boil-off gas introduced into the recondenser is ...

METHOD FOR PROVIDING PRESSURIZED GAS TO CONSUMERS AND CORRESPONDING COMPRESSOR ARRANGEMENT AT VARIABLE SUCTION CONDITIONS

The invention relates to a method for providing pressurized gas from a source of liquefied gas to a consumer (), wherein vaporized gas is supplied from the source of liquefied gas () through a main input line () to a compressor arrangement () for pressurizing the vaporized gas, the compressor arrangement () comprising a plurality of compressor modules (), each compressor module being able to operate independently from any other compressor module of the compressor arrangement (), one or more of the compressor modules () of the compressor arrangement () can be bypassed, and wherein gas is conducted through only a part or all of the compressor modules depending on at least one of pressure level, temperature level, mass flow and composition of the gas to be provided to the consumer (). 118123003003531513005513008. A method for providing pressurized gas from a source of liquefied gas () to a consumer () , wherein vaporized gas is supplied from the source of liquefied gas () through a main input line () to a compressor arrangement () for pressurizing the vaporized gas , the compressor arrangement () comprising a plurality of compressor modules ( , , , ) , each compressor module being able to operate independently from any other compressor module of the compressor arrangement () , one or more of the compressor modules ( , ) of the compressor arrangement () can be bypassed , and wherein gas is conducted through only a part or all of the compressor modules depending on at least one of pressure level , temperature level , mass flow and composition of the gas to be provided to the consumer ().253251. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least a part of the compressor modules is connected in series and wherein one or more of the bypassed compressor modules ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ) are deactivated.33152413152315241. The method of claim 1 , wherein a first compressor module () and a second compressor module () are arranged in parallel and connected via a crossover-line () which can ...

PORTABLE SUPERCRITICAL FLUID EXTRACTION APPARATUS

A portable supercritical fluid extraction apparatus, comprising: 1. A portable supercritical fluid extraction apparatus , comprising:(i) pressure vessel for generating a supercritical fluid therein;(ii) a liquid solvent supply tank;(iii) a means for interconnecting said pressure vessel and said liquid solvent supply tank at a predetermined angle for delivery therethrough said interconnecting means of a liquid solvent from the liquid solvent supply tank to the pressure vessel; and(iv) a heating component for heating contents of the pressure vessel to produce a supercritical fluid therein.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , additionally comprising a sample infuser in fluid communication with the pressure vessel claim 1 , said sample infuser configured for receiving a sample therein and infusing the sample with the supercritical fluid to produce an extract therefrom.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the sample infuser has a shape selected from one of a cylindrical tube claim 2 , tube having a hairpin shape claim 2 , a portafilter shape claim 2 , conical shape claim 2 , a spherical shape claim 2 , and a ball shape.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , additionally comprising a receiving tank in fluid communication with the pressure vessel claim 1 , for receiving the extract therein.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the receiving tank is provided with a vent for venting solvent.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the receiving tank is provided with an access port.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , additionally comprising a heating means for the pressure vessel.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the heating means is one of a heating wrap claim 7 , heating block claim 7 , and a heating jacket.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said pressure vessel is fabricated with a metal material selected from the group consisting of stainless steel claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , aluminum claim 1 , copper claim 1 , and titanium alloy.10. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said liquid solvent ...

Dispenser for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Filling Station

A fueling station dispenser for distributing a combustible gas that is lighter than air, and that includes electrical and gas handling sections in the same frame. A vapor barrier in the cabinet blocks fugitive gas that may be present in the gas handling section from entering the electrical section. According to most applicable codes, by isolating combustible gas from the electrical section gives it a Class I, Division 2 designation. Which eliminates the need to seal or air purge the electronics section as this designation allows for electronics that under normal intended operating conditions do not generate an arc with sufficient energy to initiate combustion. 1. A dispenser for handling compressed gas comprising:a frame;a gas handling section in the frame;an electronics section in the frame; anda vapor barrier in the frame, so that when fugitive gas is in the gas handling section, the fugitive gas is blocked from flowing into the electronics section by the vapor barrier.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the vapor barrier comprises a bulkhead in the frame that defines an upper terminal end of the gas handling section.3. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the vapor barrier comprises a bulkhead disposed in the frame above the gas handling section.4. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the vapor barrier comprises a housing in the electronics section and in which electronics are disposed.5. The dispenser of claim 2 , further comprising an electrical conduit extending between the electronics section and the gas handling section and through the bulkhead.6. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the gas comprises compressed natural gas.7. The dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising side columns in the frame that extend adjacent the gas handling section and to above the electronics section claim 1 , an opening in a sidewall of the gas handling section claim 1 , and a vent in a sidewall of each of the side columns claim 1 , so that fugitive gas in the gas handling section ...

High pressure gas container and method for manufacturing high pressure gas container

In a high pressure gas container with a container body having a fusible plug valve and a boss portion arranged at a position different from the fusible plug valve, each of the fusible plug valve and the boss portion has a higher heat conductivity than the container body, the fusible plug valve and the boss portion are connected by a heat conductor and the heat conductor is accommodated in the container body.

Hybrid refueling station and method for refueling

Provided is a hybrid refueling station, including: a liquefied fuel unit, a gaseous fuel unit, a temperature management system and a dispensing unit. By combining the liquefied fuel unit with the gaseous fuel unit, boil-off fuel from the liquefied fuel unit is recovered into the gaseous fuel unit, which avoids boil-off loss of liquefied fuel. Provided also is a method for refueling in a hybrid refueling station. By using the gaseous fuel unit to perform a refueling operation during start-up of the liquefied fuel unit, the problem in the prior art of a delay during start-up when the liquefied fuel unit is used is overcome.

Gas filling method

A hydrogen gas filling method includes: a step for acquiring a pre-supply upstream pressure that is a pressure in a station side of a piping at time t 0 , a step for starting the supply of hydrogen gas from the station at time t 1 that is after the pre-supply upstream pressure is acquired, a step for acquiring a post-supply upstream pressure at time t 2 that is immediate after the supply of hydrogen gas starts, a step for acquiring a start-time flowrate that is a flowrate of hydrogen gas at the same period as the step for starting, a step for estimating the pressure loss generated in the piping at the time of the supply by using the pre-supply upstream pressure, post-supply upstream pressure, and the start-time flowrate, and a step for stopping the supply of hydrogen gas so that a tank pressure conforms with a predetermined target pressure.

GAS FILLING METHOD

Provided is a gas filling method capable of accurately determining the initial pressure in a tank while minimizing increase in temperature and pressure regardless of the capacity of the tank. The gas filling method for connecting a supply source to a tank via a piping, and filling the tank with the gas, the method includes: an initial-filling initiation step of opening a flow control valve provided in the piping to start initial filling; a pressure-variation acquisition step of obtaining a pressure variation per unit time at a predetermined detection point downstream of the flow control valve in the piping; an initial-pressure detection step of obtaining a pressure at the detection point at a time specified using the pressure variation, and considering that pressure as the initial pressure in the tank; and a main-filling initiation step of starting main filling using the initial pressure. 1. A gas filling method for connecting a supply source of compressed gas to a tank mounted on a mobile object via a piping , and filling the tank with the gas from the supply source , the method comprises:an initial-filling initiation step of opening a flow control valve provided in the piping to start initial filling;a pressure-variation acquisition step of obtaining a pressure variation per unit time or per unit mass at a predetermined detection point downstream of the flow control valve in the piping;an initial-pressure detection step of obtaining a pressure at the detection point at a time specified using the pressure variation, and taking that pressure as the initial pressure in the tank; anda main-filling initiation step of starting main filling using the initial pressure.2. The gas filling method according to claim 1 , wherein the flow control valve is controlled so that the flow rate of the gas which flows through the piping becomes constant in the initial filling.3. The gas filling method according to claim 2 , wherein the pressure at the detection point is obtained when ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR REPLENISHING A SUPPLY OF CRYOGENIC LIQUID, NOTABLY OF LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS

A method for replenishing the supply of cryogenic liquid from a storage tank () includes: pressurizing a container () with cryogenic gas at a first pressure, said container having passing through it a first cryogenic fluid flow line referred to as the cold line and a second cryogenic fluid flow line referred to as the hot line, passing cryogenic liquid at a second pressure through the cold line (), and supplying the container () with cryogenic gas at least partially from cryogenic liquid pumped from the storage tank () and vaporized. A device is also provided for the method hereinabove. 114-. (canceled)152. A method of replenishing cryogenic liquid from a storage tank () comprising:{'b': 14', '12, 'pressurizing a container () with cryogenic gas at a first pressure, said container being traversed by a first cryogenic fluid circulation line, the first cryogenic fluid circulation line being a cold line (), coming from the storage tank supplied with pressurized gas and having an evacuation of condensed liquid;'}passing cryogenic liquid through the cold line at a second pressure;supplying the cryogenic liquid downstream from the cold line; andsupplying the container with the cryogenic gas at least partially from the cryogenic liquid pumped into the storage tank and vaporized.16420. The method of claim 15 , wherein the pressurizing of the container is with a pump () and an evaporator ().17. The method of claim 15 , further comprising regulating pressure after vaporizing of the cryogenic liquid and before introducing said cryogenic liquid into the container.18. The method of claim 15 , further comprising pumping the cryogenic liquid from the storage tank claim 15 , using the cryogenic liquid pumped for feeding the cold line and for being vaporized before conducting the cryogenic liquid to the container.19. The method of claim 15 , further comprising revaporizing the cryogenic liquid condensed within the container prior to said cryogenic liquid being introduced into said ...

Energy Recovery System for a Mobile Machine

The disclosure is directed to an energy recovery system for a mobile machine The energy recovery system may include a tank configured to store a liquid fuel for combustion within an engine of the mobile machine, and a first reservoir configured to receive gaseous fuel formed in the tank. The energy recovery system may also include a conduit disposed around the tank that may be fluidly connected to the first reservoir. The energy recovery system may also include a second reservoir fluidly connected to the conduit, and an energy recovery configured to generate work utilizing a temperature gradient between gaseous fuel disposed within the first and second reservoirs.

Gas supply device and method for starting operation of gas supply device

A gas supply device for supplying a hydrogen gas to a dispenser of a hydrogen station includes: a refrigerant flow path through which a refrigerant for cooling the gas before being discharged from the dispenser flows; a refrigerator that can cool the refrigerant; a cooling device that can cool the refrigerant by latent heat when liquid hydrogen changes to the hydrogen gas; and a control unit that performs control to activate the refrigerator while stopping the cooling device when a condition set in advance is satisfied after performing control to activate the cooling device in activation of the hydrogen station.

Gas filling method

A gas filling method is divided into an initial step and a main step, and can finish the main step even if a small-volume tank is connected. A gas filling step is divided into an initial step and a main step whereby a predetermined target rising-pressure rate is realized. The method can include estimating initial pressure P0 of the tank when starting the initial step and an initial rising-pressure rate ΔP0 of a hydrogen tank for the initial step, and calculating a reference rising-pressure rate ΔPBS of the hydrogen tank where the pressure of the hydrogen tank is initial pressure P0 as a reference point. The main step is started from the reference point without executing the initial step a target rising-pressure rate ΔPST is set for the main step using a deviation between the initial rising-pressure rate ΔP0 and the reference rising-pressure rate ΔPBS.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR STORING LIQUID HYDROGEN

The present disclosure provides a storage system comprising a storage tank configured to store fuel at a cryogenic temperature for a predetermined amount of time. The storage tank may have a plurality of layers comprising: a first layer comprising a pressure vessel for containing the fuel at a pressurized state; a second layer comprising insulation for the first layer; a third layer comprising a vapor barrier; and a fourth layer comprising a shell configured to maintain a rigidity of the storage tank.

VIRTUAL GASEOUS FUEL PIPELINE

Various embodiments provide an end-to-end gaseous fuel transportation solution without using physical pipelines. A virtual pipeline system and methods thereof may involve transportation of gaseous fuels including compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), and/or adsorbed natural gas (ANG). An exemplary pipeline system may include a gas supply station, a mother station for treating gaseous fuels from the gas supply station, a mobile transport system for receiving and transporting the gaseous fuels, and user site for unloading the gaseous fuels from the mobile transport system. The unloaded gaseous fuels can be further used or distributed. 199-. (canceled)100. A method of transferring compressed gas from a gas supply to a destination storage vessel , the method comprising:transferring compressed gas from the gas supply to the destination storage vessel along a first flow path; andtransferring compressed gas from the gas supply to the destination storage vessel along a second flow path while actively refrigerating at least a portion of the second flow path, wherein the second flow path differs from the first flow path.101. The method of claim 100 , further comprising:during said transferring of the compressed gas along the first flow path, compressing the compressed gas in the first flow path using a compressor; andduring said transferring of the compressed gas along the second flow path, compressing the compressed gas in the second flow path using the compressor, wherein the compressor is disposed in the first and second flow paths.102. The method of claim 101 , wherein the first and second flow paths share a common passageway upstream from the compressor.103. The method of claim 100 , wherein the first and second flow paths diverge from each other downstream from the gas supply.104. The method of claim 100 , wherein the first and second flow paths converge with each other upstream from the destination storage vessel.105. The method of claim 100 , ...

Device and Method for Filling Cryogenic Tanks

A body structure has an inlet port that receives fluid, a first outlet port that connects to a top-fill line of a cryogenic tank, a second outlet port that connects to a bottom-fill line of a cryogenic tank and a slider tube cylinder. A cylinder housing connects to the body structure and has a pressure comparison cylinder with upper and lower volumes, with the latter in fluid communication with a cryogenic tank. A piston having a piston shaft slides within the pressure comparison cylinder. A pressure regulator is in fluid communication with the upper volume and the slider tube cylinder. A slider tube is connected to the piston shaft and slides within the slider tube cylinder. The slider tube cylinder selectively directs fluid to a top-fill line through the first outlet port or to a bottom-fill line through the second outlet port. 1. A device for filling a cryogenic tank , comprising: an inlet port for receiving fluid from a delivery device;', 'a first outlet port configured to connect to a top-fill line in communication with a cryogenic tank;', 'a second outlet port configured to connect to a bottom-fill line in communication with a cryogenic tank;', 'a slider tube cylinder;, 'a body structure includinga cylinder housing connected to the body structure defining a pressure comparison cylinder having an upper volume and a lower volume, the lower volume in fluid communication with a cryogenic tank;a piston slidably positioned in the pressure comparison cylinder;a piston shaft connected to the piston;a pressure regulator in fluid communication with the upper volume of the pressure comparison cylinder and the slider tube cylinder;a slider tube connected to the piston shaft and slidably positioned within the slider tube cylinder, said slider tube cylinder configured to direct fluid to a top-fill line through the first outlet port when a pressure in the lower volume exceeds a pressure setpoint and to direct fluid to a bottom-fill line through the second outlet port when ...

Device equipped with tank

A device equipped with a tank includes: a tank storing gas; a receptacle to be coupled to a gas supply nozzle; a filling passage communicating the tank with the receptacle; and a determination unit configured to determine whether there is a leak in the filling passage based on an amount of decrease in pressure in the filling passage per unit time, after supplying of the gas cooled to below freezing to the tank through the receptacle and the filling passage is finished, when a temperature of the receptacle is a predetermined temperature or greater and a pressure in the filling passage in a state where all valves opening and closing the filling passage are closed is greater than a first pressure, wherein the receptacle incorporates a check valve inhibiting backflow of the gas from the filling passage.

Shabbat compressor

A gas insulating interface between a compressed gas source and sink is presented. In some embodiments, the interface includes a primary tank for receiving a gas from the compressed gas source, a secondary gas tank for receiving a gas from the primary gas tank and for providing gas to the sink, valves for communicating the above elements, and/or a controller. The controller may control valves by control operations. Optionally, no control operation thereof responds to gas consuming immediately before the control operation. The controller may follow a predetermined duty cycle. The gas interface may include a pressure gauge of the primary gas tank and/or an emptying valve, which may communicate with the controller. Optionally, the gas insulating interface includes a detachable connector to the compressed gas source and/or a detachable connector to compressed devices. Optionally, there is a communication channel to the compressed gas source.

Compressed gas storage system

A pressurized gas storage system is disclosed for maintaining a minimum pressure of a primary fluid ( 5 ). The system includes a pressurized gas tank ( 2 ) inside which is mounted a flexible bladder ( 4 ) which contains the primary fluid. The space between the gas tank and the bladder is considered a compression chamber ( 9 ) which contains a secondary fluid ( 7 ) that exerts pressure on the bladder to maintain a minimum pressure upon the primary fluid. The secondary fluid is supplied to and exits tank pressure chamber through a port ( 6 ). The flexible bladder is couple to inlet outlet port ( 8 ) extending to a pickup tube ( 10 ). The system also includes a pump ( 18 ), fluid reservoir ( 14 ), pressure relief valve ( 24 ) and controller ( 26 ) which functions to maintain the pressure of the secondary fluid. In a second embodiment, pressure is maintained through a second fluid absorbing and releasing material.

Lng gasification systems and methods

A skid for capturing refrigeration from liquefied natural gas vaporization is disclosed comprising a first heat exchanger mounted on the skid, the first heat exchanger having a natural gas inlet, a natural gas outlet, a process fluid inlet, and a process fluid outlet. The process fluid is configured to flow from the process fluid inlet through the first heat exchanger to the process fluid outlet and then to the process fluid inlet. Other embodiments of the system for capturing refrigeration from vaporization of liquid natural gas, and methods for its use, are described herein.

Compressed Natural Gas Storage and Dispensing System

A compressed natural gas storage and dispensing system having descending pressure bulk storage banks in fluid communication with a supply source for CNG and high pressure storage banks in fluid communication with the descending pressure bulk storage bank, both banks being in fluid communication with fuel dispensers, wherein the delivery pressure of the CNG during simultaneous refueling of CNG powered vehicles is equalized. 1. A compressed natural gas (CNG) storage and dispensing system comprising:a descending pressure bulk storage bank in fluid communication with a natural gas supply source;a high pressure storage bank in fluid communication with said descending pressure bulk storage bank;at least one dispenser adapted to refuel a CNG powered vehicle, each said at least one dispenser in fluid communication with said descending pressure bulk storage bank and with said high pressure storage bank; anda re-compressor in fluid communication with said descending pressure bulk storage bank and said high pressure storage bank, whereby CNG is delivered from said decreasing pressure bulk storage bank to said high pressure storage bank as needed to refill said high pressure storage bank.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said natural gas supply source comprises a natural gas pipeline claim 1 , and said system further comprises a primary compressor in fluid communication with said natural gas pipeline and said descending pressure bulk storage bank.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein said natural gas supply source comprises transportable LNG supply tanks.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein said natural gas supply source comprises transportable CNG supply tanks.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein said at least one dispenser comprises a single inlet claim 1 , and further wherein said descending pressure bulk storage bank and said high pressure storage bank are in fluid communication with said at least one dispenser through a manifold valve.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein said at ...

LIQUID HYDROGEN FUELING SYSTEM INCLUDING LIQUID HYDROGEN STORAGE TANK AND FUELING METHOD THEREOF

Disclosed herein are a liquid hydrogen fueling system including a liquid hydrogen storage tank and a fueling method thereof. The liquid hydrogen fueling system partitions the inner tank of the liquid hydrogen storage tank into a first inner tank and a second inner tank, which are separate from each other, and makes liquid hydrogen easily flow from the liquid hydrogen storage tank to a high-pressure pump using the difference between the pressure inside the first inner tank and the pressure inside the second inner tank, thereby enabling high-pressure charging of liquid hydrogen in spite of the low density thereof. 1. A liquid hydrogen fueling system including a liquid hydrogen storage tank , which is in a form of a double-walled vessel including an inner tank and an outer tank , comprising:a bulkhead for partitioning a space inside the inner tank;a first inner tank partitioned by the bulkhead;a second inner tank for storing cryogenic liquid hydrogen therein, the second inner tank being partitioned by the bulkhead so as to be separate from the first inner tank;a high-pressure pump for pressurizing the liquid hydrogen that is supplied from the second inner tank;a supply line for supplying the liquid hydrogen from the second inner tank to the high-pressure pump; anda return line for returning hydrogen gas, generated as a result of vaporization in the high-pressure pump, to the first inner tank,wherein:a pressure inside the second inner tank is higher than a pressure inside the first inner tank; andthe liquid hydrogen flows from the second inner tank to the high-pressure pump due to a difference between the pressure inside the first inner tank and the pressure inside the second inner tank.2. The liquid hydrogen fueling system of claim 1 , wherein the bulkhead is in a form of a double-walled bulkhead claim 1 , and a vacuum is applied to a space between walls of the double-walled bulkhead.3. The liquid hydrogen fueling system of claim 2 , wherein the bulkhead has a shape of ...

SHIP FOR GAS STORAGE AND TRANSPORT

A ship for transporting cargo gas, such as natural gas, includes a ship structure and a middle transverse bulkhead constructed by gas storage containers. Each gas storage container includes an enclosure and a pipe coil within the enclosure that contains the cargo gas and it is the enclosures of the gas storage containers that are integrated into the ship structure to form the middle transverse bulk head. 1. A ship for transporting gas comprising:a ship structure including a hull including a port side structure, a starboard side structure, a deck structure and a bottom structure; a forward end bulkhead; and a rear end bulkhead; anda middle transverse bulkhead spaced between the forward end bulkhead and the rear end bulkhead, the middle transverse bulkhead including:a) at least one stack of gas storage containers, each stack including a lowermost gas storage container and an uppermost gas storage container, each of the uppermost gas storage container and the lowermost gas storage container including a construction including: an enclosure and a cargo gas storage pipe within the enclosure, the cargo gas storage pipe being a substantially continuous pipe coiled in plural layers, each of said plural layers including plural loops of said pipe; andb) connections configured to integrate the at least one stack of gas storage containers into the ship structure including (i) connections between the enclosures of the at least one stack of gas storage containers and each of the port side structure and the starboard side structure, (ii) a connection between the enclosure of the uppermost gas storage container and the deck structure, and (iii) a connection between the enclosure of the lowermost gas storage container and the bottom structure.2. The ship of further comprising a longitudinal bulkhead extending at least from the forward end bulkhead to the rear end bulkhead claim 1 , the longitudinal bulkhead including:a) a plurality of stacks of gas storage containers including a ...

COMPRESSED GAS DELIVERY SYSTEM

A compressed gas delivery system includes a control system and at least one compressor fluidly connected to the control system for providing a compressed gas to the control system. The system also has a backpressure apparatus that is fluidly connected between the at least one compressor and the control system. The backpressure apparatus conveys a portion of the compressed gas to the control system. The compressed gas delivery system also includes a bypass conduit that is fluidly connected between the at least one compressor and the backpressure apparatus. The bypass conduit conveys a portion of the compressed gas through the flow limiting distributor directly to one or more vehicles during a dispensing operation. 1. A compressed gas delivery system , comprising:a control system;at least one compressor fluidly connected to the control system and being configured to provide a compressed gas to the control system,a backpressure apparatus fluidly connected between the at least one compressor and the control system, wherein the backpressure apparatus is configured to convey a direct fill portion and a storage fill portion of the compressed gas to the control system;a storage bank arrangement configured to receive the storage fill portion from the control system and being configured to convey the storage fill portion to the control system;at least one distributor fluidly connected to the control system;a bypass conduit fluidly connected between the at least one compressor and the backpressure apparatus, wherein the bypass conduit is configured to convey a bypass fill portion of the compressed gas to the at least one distributor; andone or more delivery conduits,wherein the at least one distributor is configured to convey at least the bypass fill portion of the compressed gas to at least one of the one or more delivery conduits.2. The compressed gas delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the storage bank arrangement comprises a low storage bank claim 1 , a middle storage ...

SPACECRAFT THERMAL AND FLUID MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

To manage propellant in a spacecraft, the method of this disclosure includes storing propellant in a tank as a mixture of liquid and gas; transferring the propellant out of the tank; converting the mixture of liquid and gas propellant into a single phase, where the single phase is either liquid or gaseous; and supplying the single phase of the propellant to a thruster. 2. The method of claim 1 , whereinconverting the propellant into a single phase includes converting the mixture of liquid and gas propellant directly into liquid.3. The method of claim 2 , whereinconverting the mixture of liquid and gas propellant directly into liquid includes compressing the propellant using a piston.4. The method of claim 1 , whereinconverting the mixture of liquid and gas propellant into the single phase includes converting the propellant directly into gas.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein converting the mixture of liquid and gas propellant into the single phase includes drawing the liquid through a wicking material into a pump.7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising:causing a low-density vapor-phase of the propellant to condense onto a cooled complex surface at a temperature below a dew point of the propellant but above the freezing point of the propellant.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein the complex surface is composed of loosely packed hydrophilic fibers.9. The method of claim 6 , further comprising:progressively compressing, using a peristaltic-type pump, the wicking material along a wave which forces liquid out of the wicking material and toward an output port.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein converting the mixture of liquid and gas propellant into the single phase includes:evaporating the mixture to a complete vapor phase; andcondensing the complete vapor phase to a complete liquid phase.11. The method of claim 10 , wherein the evaporating includes:directing a stream of the mixture through a restrictive orifice to generate an abrupt pressure drop to flash- ...

CRYOGENIC FLUID SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAME

A cryogenic fluid system includes a vessel and a pumping system positioned for submerging within cryogenic fluid within the vessel. The pumping system includes an electric drive structured to move a pumping element within a pumping chamber to pump cryogenic fluid out of the vessel. A cooling jacket forms a heat exchange cavity about the electric drive such that heat is rejected externally of the storage vessel. 1. A cryogenic fluid system comprising:a cryogenic fluid storage vessel having a cryogenic fluid outlet formed therein;a pumping system positioned within the cryogenic fluid storage vessel, and including a housing having a pumping inlet fluidly connected with an interior volume of the cryogenic fluid storage vessel, a pumping outlet structured to fluidly connect with the cryogenic fluid outlet, and a pumping chamber fluidly between the pumping inlet and the pumping outlet;the pumping system further including a pumping element movable within the pumping chamber to transition cryogenic fluid from the pumping inlet to the pumping outlet, and an electric drive structured to actuate the pumping element; andthe pumping system further including a cooling jacket forming a heat exchange cavity about the electric drive for conveying cryogenic fluid in heat transference contact with the electric drive.2. The system of wherein the electric drive includes a first electromagnetic element and a second electromagnetic element inductively coupled with the first electromagnetic element claim 1 , and the cooling jacket envelops the first electromagnetic element but not the second electromagnetic element.3. The system of wherein the heat exchange cavity is positioned fluidly between the pumping inlet and the pumping outlet claim 2 , such that the cryogenic fluid transitioned to the pumping outlet is conveyed through the heat exchange cavity to exchange heat with the electric drive.4. The system of further comprising a vaporizer and an outlet conduit coupling the cryogenic fluid ...

CRYOGENIC FLUID SYSTEM FOR MACHINE, AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAME

A cryogenic fluid system such as a cryogenic fuel system for an engine includes a storage vessel, and a pumping mechanism with a pump positioned inside the storage vessel to be submerged in fluid stored therein. The system further includes a reciprocable pumping element operated by way of a drive mechanism including a rotatable driving element and a magnetic coupling operably between the rotatable driving element and the reciprocable pumping element. 1. A machine system comprising:a machine;a cryogenic fluid system including a cryogenic storage vessel, and a pumping mechanism structured to pump stored cryogenic fluid from the cryogenic storage vessel for supplying to the machine;the pumping mechanism including a pump positioned inside the cryogenic storage vessel and having a pump housing, a reciprocable pumping element movable in a first direction to receive stored cryogenic fluid into the pump housing and in a second direction to discharge stored cryogenic fluid from the pump housing, and a drive mechanism for actuating the reciprocable pumping element;the drive mechanism including a rotatable driving element positioned outside the cryogenic storage vessel, a rotatable driven element positioned inside the cryogenic storage vessel, and a magnetic coupling structured to transfer torque between the rotatable driving element and the rotatable driven element; andthe drive mechanism further including a rotary to linear motion converter coupled between the rotatable driven element and the reciprocable pumping element to apply a linear force to the reciprocable pumping element in response to torque applied to the rotatable driven element by the magnetic coupling.2. The system of wherein the rotary to linear motion converter includes a driving surface fixed to rotate with the rotatable driven element and defining an axis of rotation claim 1 , and a driven surface fixed to reciprocate with the reciprocable pumping element and in contact with the driving surface.3. The ...

Hydrogen station

Provided is a hydrogen station that supplies hydrogen to an external hydrogen tank, the hydrogen station including: a reciprocating compressor that is driven by a driver of which revolution is controllable; a cooling device that is capable of cooling hydrogen supplied from the reciprocating compressor to the hydrogen tank; a temperature sensor that detects an internal temperature of the hydrogen tank or a temperature of the hydrogen supplied to the hydrogen tank; and a control unit that controls the revolution of the driver based on the temperature detected by the temperature sensor.

Systems and Methods for Converting Liquid Natural Gas to Compressed Natural Gas and to Low Pressure Natural Gas

A system for producing pressurized gas(es) from polar molecular liquids without the need to compress the gas(es) through outside Systems and methods for efficiently converting liquid natural gas (LNG) to compressed natural gas (CNG) and to low pressure natural gas (NG). The system efficiently modifies and controls the parameters of volume, pressure, and temperature in converting liquid natural gas (LNG) to compressed natural gas (CNG) and eventually to low pressure natural gas (NG) for the purpose of storing and dispensing the same for use in a variety of commercial, industrial, and in particular, residential applications. 1. A portable LNG supply system comprising: i. the LNG receiving tank in selective communication with a safely isolated natural gas heater;', 'ii. the LNG receiving tank in selective communication with the head of a phase change gasifier; and', 'iii the LNG receiving tank with the most liquid communicated bottom in selective communication with an internal container within the phase change gasifier;, 'a. at least one empty LNG receiving tank, the receiving tank also serving as a gasifier and a pressure gas container and accepting gravity flow of liquids;'}b. a natural gas heater in communication with a system to enhance thermal transfer to the LNG receiving tank; i. components to isolate cryogenic liquids from exterior contact; and', 'ii. components to receive gravity flow of liquids; and, 'c. at least one phase change gasifier, comprisingd. sensors, instrumentation, control, and insulation components to facilitate operation of the system.2. The system of claim 1 , where the primary containment of the phase change gasifier comprises a round hoop base with an upright pipe member and the horizontally oriented hoop base in the process is the location of the cryogenic liquids in the process of gasifying and the vertical standing pipe is the location of the produced compressed gas. 1. Field of the InventionThe present invention relates generally to ...

Valve unit for gas container with a pressure-indicating or autonomy-indication device near the top

The invention relates to a gas distribution valve unit comprising a valve body ( 1 ) comprising a gas outlet orifice ( 6 ) via which the gas can leave the valve body ( 1 ), a first internal gas passage ( 3 ) fluidically connecting a gas inlet orifice ( 2 ) to the gas outlet orifice ( 13 ), a gas passage control system arranged on the first internal gas passage ( 3 ), and a control element ( 5 ) that a user can operate and that collaborates with the gas passage control system to control the passage of gas in the first internal gas passage ( 3 ), and a device ( 7 ) that indicates pressure or the gas autonomy. According to the invention, the valve body ( 1 ) comprises a second internal gas passage ( 11 ) fluidically connected to the first internal gas passage ( 3 ), and the pressure or autonomy indicating device ( 7 ) is fixed at the upper end ( 1 a ) of the valve unit, and comprises a pressure tapping ( 8 ) in fluidic communication with the second internal gas passage ( 11 ) so as to measure the pressure of the gas inside said second internal gas passage ( 11 ). Gas container equipped with such a valve unit.

GREASE DELIVERY SYSTEM

A grease delivery system is provided which includes refilling containers with a fluid from a larger reservoir to eliminate excess cost and waste. The container and reservoir are connected using hoses, a pump, and quick connect couplings. The containers are used to provide equipment with the fluid. 1. A system for fluid delivery comprising:a refillable reservoir configured for storing a fluid;a pump for moving the fluid;a pump hose for conveying the fluid;a pump hose coupling connected to the pump hose, the pump hose coupling including a pump hose quick connect and a valve;at least one refillable container for receiving the fluid, the at least one refillable container including:a refillable container inlet; and,a refillable container quick connect attached to the refillable container inlet,wherein each of the pump hose quick connect and the refillable container quick connect is a coupling that allows for attachment to another coupling without use of tools; the pump is able to move the fluid in the system from the refillable reservoir through the pump hose, the pump hose quick connect, and the refillable container quick connect to the refillable container.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the fluid is one of a grease claim 1 , an oil claim 1 , a liquid natural gas claim 1 , a chemical claim 1 , a brake fluid and combinations thereof.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the grease comprises a fatty material claim 2 , a base and a fluid.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the grease is one of an aluminum complex grease claim 2 , a calcium sulfonate grease claim 2 , a synthetic blend or a calcium 12 hydroxy stearate grease.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the valve is separate from the pump hose quick connect.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the refillable container quick connect is configured to be releasably coupled with the pump hose quick connect.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pump hose is a hydraulic hose.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the pump hose is ...

BOIL-OFF GAS TEMPORARY STORAGE SYSTEM

Provided is a boil-off gas temporary storage system and, more particularly, is a boil-off gas temporary storage system which compresses boil-off gas at high pressure, temporarily stores the compressed boil-off gas in a boil-off gas absorbing tank, supplies the stored boil-off gas to a high-pressure gas transmission part and a high-pressure liquefied natural gas transmission part to recycle the boil-off gas, controls the pressure of a low-pressure liquefied natural gas cargo tank and a fuel liquefied natural gas tank of a ship to be filled with gas, and removes the necessity of a complicated and high-priced re-liquefaction device, in a method for removing the boil-off gas to depressurize the fuel liquefied natural gas tank of a ship to be filled with gas in the relatively high-pressure state before supplying the liquefied natural gas to a ship to be filled with gas. 111102120301121. A boil-off gas temporary storage system including a fuel tank pressure control valve controlling a pressure of a fuel liquefied natural gas tank of a ship to be filled with gas to discharge low-pressure boil-off gas , a cargo tank pressure control valve controlling a pressure of the low-pressure liquefied natural gas cargo tank storing or supplying low-pressure liquefied natural gas to discharge the low-pressure boil-off gas , and a compressor compressing the low-pressure boil-off gas discharged from the fuel tank pressure control valve and the cargo tank pressure control valve to be converted into high-pressure boil-off gas , the boil-off gas temporary storage system comprising:{'b': 40', '30, 'a boil-off gas absorbing tank absorbing the high-pressure boil-off gas generated by the compressor and storing the high-pressure boil-off gas and liquefied natural gas while being vapor-liquid separated from each other;'}{'b': 41', '40', '50, 'an absorbing tank pressure control valve controlling a pressure of the boil-off gas absorbing tank to supply the high-pressure boil-off gas to a high- ...