MEASUREMENT OF THE DIELECTRIC-PROPERTIES OF CHAR AT 2.45 GHZ

Microwave energy applied to a carbon-based adsorbent has been found to enhance the chemical reactions of SO(x) and NO(x) decomposition. The NO(x) and SO(x) in the combustion flue gas are adsorbed in a bed of carbon adsorbent and decomposed by microwave energy into nitrogen and elemental sulfur, respectively. The dielectric properties of various carbon adsorbents were measured by the waveguide short circuit sample holder technique. A knowledge of the dielectric properties of carbon adsorbent is necessary for a better understanding of microwave processes and for design of reactors.