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The dual cycle mixed refrigerant (DMR), developed by Shell <strong>and</strong> others, may<br />

look simpler but the overall design will be similar in complexity as multistage<br />

compressors are typically needed. It is shown on the left with the C3MR on<br />

the right for comparison.<br />

Figure 16. Shell DMR <strong>and</strong> APLI C3MR designs<br />

For small <strong>and</strong> micro LNG, single cycle designs are often preferred. There are<br />

literally hundreds of patented solutions, but only a h<strong>and</strong>ful of mainline<br />

licensors, that have solved the challenge of achieving single cycle<br />

refrigeration. However, this means multiple internal stages in the process<br />

flow <strong>and</strong> the heat exchanger itself. The PRICO SMR is shown on the left <strong>and</strong><br />

the Linde LIMUM ® (on the right).<br />

Figure 17. PRICO SMR <strong>and</strong> Linde LIMUM ®<br />

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