Fischer trope synthesis
so this is a breadth of catalyst assisted coal to liquid reactions used commercially.
with wood gas this would be really neat. the 'stove' design, or reactor for controlling a burn or influx of heat from a previous chamber is interesting to consider for the home user. the use of propane tanks has been done but i wonder what is possible with types of mortar and internal props that can be, say, burned out once it sets.
You just need the catalyst, a way to regenerate it, proper reactor conditions and a way to separate the products. You could do it at home in small scale as long as you have good ventilation and take proper procautions.
Sounds like a fun home project. I just wish I had time.
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