Thermoelectrically-Cooled Microreactor (IMAGE)

NYU Tandon School of Engineering

Thermoelectrically-Cooled Microreactor

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A thermoelectrically-cooled microreactor developed in the lab of NYU Tandon Professor Ryan Hartman provides insights into the crysallization of methane and water to form methane hydrate. The device comprises microchannels etched in silicon then bonded to a substrate to create 3-D microstructures. A thermoelectric cooling system enables stepwise temperature changes and isothermal operation. Stainless steel compression chucks enabled the delivery of fluids to and from the devices.

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Ryan Hartman

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