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Plasma arc (pyro-plasma process)

Plasma arc (pyro-plasma process)
This system uses a heat source called a plasma arc flame. Two electrodes are precisely shaped and distanced. A highly ionised gas is passed between them and high voltage discharge occurs between the electrodes causing a hot plasma zone to be created. The plasma gas around the electrodes is of extremely high temperature ranging from 5600-30000°F (3093-16649 °c).

At such a high temperature the molecules within that zone dissociate into their individual atoms. Thereafter ‘quenching' allows for the controlled cooling of the hot plasma gas. The reintegration process produces synthesis gas. Since the process occurs in the vacuum the intermediary products (pollution causing) NO₂ and SO₂ (oxides of sulphur) are not formed. It takes care of all organic matter whether biodegradable or not. The cost is expected to be Rs 40-50 million rupees. A fully commercial plant is yet to be installed. One such demonstration plant is expected to be installed in Taiwan.

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Plasma arc (pyro-plasma process)