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Review Article

Technological horizons in natural gas processing: A comprehensive review of recent developments

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Received 09 Feb 2024, Accepted 28 May 2024, Published online: 24 Jun 2024
 

ABSTRACT

In the ever-changing world of global energy, natural gas remains important, acting as a critical resource to fulfill rising demand. This review looks deeply into the cutting-edge technology developments that will shape the future of natural gas processing. It investigates particular approaches and technologies driving advancement, such as membrane separation and adsorption procedures, in order to improve purifying efficiency. Furthermore, it broadens the discussion to include extensive examples of innovative dehydration and sweetening processes, as well as unique ways for impurity removal, while carefully considering sustainability considerations. This article investigates the integration of artificial intelligence and data analytics into process optimization, highlighting the importance of operational efficiency and emission reduction. It also investigates the transformational influence of nanotechnology on gas separation, emphasizing its role in sustainable and efficient natural gas conversion processes. The assessment concludes with a forward-looking perspective on the changing environment of the natural gas processing business. It emphasizes the need for ongoing research and collaboration in order to fully realize the promise of this critical energy source. This gives a clear path for researchers, business specialists, and regulators navigating the complex technical breakthroughs in natural gas processing.

GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT

Nomenclature

Abbreviation=

Full form

NGL=

Natural gas liquid

MEG=

Monoethylene glycol

DEG=

Diethylene glycol

TEG=

Triethylene glycol

TREG=

Tetraethylene glycol

PG=

Propylene glycol

LNG=

Liquefied natural gas

VOCs=

Volatile organic compounds

DEA=

Diethanolamine

TEA=

Triethanolamine

MDEA=

Methyldiethanolamine

DIPA=

Diisopropanolamine

EEA=

Ethanolamine

PA=

Pyridineamine

MOL=

Morpholine

DMAE=

Dimethylaminoethanol

ANL=

Aniline

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Disclosure statement

No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).

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