A SWISS ROLL STYLE COMBUSTION REACTOR FOR NON-CATALYTIC REFORMING OF JP-8

ACT's non-catalytic, sulfur-tolerant “Swiss-roll” reforming technology is an effective way to provide the required reformate composition for the Army’s SOFC system. This technology will enable DoD to implement efficient and low acoustic signature Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) system in the field and satisfy the Single Fuel Policy. While the high sulfur content of JP-8 and coke formation pose significant challenges for catalytic-based reforming systems, the thermal partial oxidation based reformer is comparatively less complex, highly compact, lightweight and requires minimal power consumption. These advantages allow for a fuel cell fed with JP-8 be implemented in a transportable system, such as ground vehicle, with low acoustic signature for the US Army.