Technological Feasibility of Alternative Energy Sources.
Abstract
The US energy shortage is discussed. The technology of coal gasification or liquefication, shale oil from oil shale, and geothermal energy recovery is presented in sufficient detail to show feasibility of these as energy source alternatives to petroleum crude. Technical trade publications data show that essentially all necessary process technology is known, although important improvements are possible, and have been proved at pilot plant scale. Conversion of coal to energy offers the best opportunity for rapid development as a broad, in-house US energy source. The other two should be developed as time and funds are available.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 28, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADA005549
Entities
People
- Maurice L. Zweigle
Organizations
- United States Army War College