Thermodynamics and kinetcis of gas hydrate formation and decompostion

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The proposed research program on gas hydrates is continuation of my past research efforts. The proposal concerns primarily with the Thermodynamics and Kinetics of gas hydrate formation and decomposition. Natural gas hydrates are ice-like solid crystalline compounds that belong to a group of inclusion compounds called clathrate. They are formed by low molecular mass natural gas components in the presence of water at elevated pressures and low temperatures. Hydrates are known to plug or damage natural gas transmission lines and processing equipment. They are also known to exist naturally and are considered a potential hydrocarbon source in the near future. Gas hydrates can also be applied for separation of gas mixtures. We at the University of Calgary have been studying experimental and theoretical aspects of the thermodynamics and kinetics of gas hydrate formation and decomposition since 1977. We have developed a very significant knowledge base in these areas.