Direct Air Capture for CO2 and Methane With Pressure Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing technologies for capturing CO2 and methane from industrial emissions are limited by lengthy development timelines, high capital costs, and lack of financial incentives, posing a threat to mitigating global warming due to greenhouse gas emissions.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for direct air capture of CO2 and methane from atmospheric and underwater sources, storing the captured gases under pressure for utilization or sequestration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If existing CO2 capture technologies are developed to commercial application, then CO2 removal capability is improved, but development timeline becomes excessively long (3-20 years)
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-positioning capture infrastructure at industrial emission sources and underwater venting locations. The system establishes capture capabilities in advance through modular units that can be deployed immediately at CO2 sources, eliminating the need for lengthy development cycles. The pre-configured chemical absorption media and pressure-driven transport systems are ready for immediate operation, allowing rapid deployment to address climate change needs.
2Productivity
If existing CO2 capture technologies are implemented, then CO2 removal capability is improved, but capital costs and energy expenditures become prohibitively high
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the CO2 capture system into modular, scalable units that can be deployed independently at various emission sources. Each module contains its own absorption, separation, and compression components, allowing the system to be scaled according to specific needs without requiring massive upfront capital investment. This modular approach reduces manufacturing complexity and enables phased implementation, making the technology economically feasible.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies self-service through pressure-driven CO2 transport where the captured CO2 gas, under pressure from the industrial source, automatically flows through the capture and separation units without requiring additional energy-intensive pumping. The high-pressure CO2 from industrial processes or underwater vents directly drives the transport and storage operations, eliminating the need for external energy input for gas movement.
3Productivity
If existing CO2 capture technologies are deployed, then CO2 removal capability is improved, but lack of financial incentives prevents fine-tuning and development of new processes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by systematically varying operational conditions such as pressure, temperature, and chemical absorption media composition to optimize CO2 capture efficiency. The system incorporates adjustable parameters in the absorption columns, separation membranes, and compression stages, allowing continuous fine-tuning of the process. This enables adaptation to different emission sources and evolving performance requirements without needing external financial incentives for development.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Provides a cost-effective solution for capturing CO2 and methane, addressing the limitations of existing technologies and contributing to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Implementation Method 1
direct air capturing of vented CO2 or methane from a vent or pipe
Implementation Method 2
The captured CO2 or methane is stored under pressure for utilization or sequestering
Data Source
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This disclosure may relate generally to systems, methods and devices for Direct Air Capturing of CO2 or methane from atmospheric or underwater vented sources.