Optimization geometries of a vortex gliding-arc reactor for partial oxidation of methane

▸ Gliding-arc reactors were designed to produce hydrogen for studying the characteristics of the vortex flow reactor. ▸ Hydrogen yield of reverse vortex flow reactor was 10% higher than that of forward vortex flow reactor. ▸ Maximum energy efficiency was 50% for reverse vortex flow reactor. ▸ If discharge power was supplied to the reactors, the reactor performance increased with increasing distance between electrodes. ▸ Optimum ratio of the outlet and inner diameter was 1/2.