Process and apparatus for conversion of biomass

摘要

A process for the conversion of cellulosic biomass, in particular lignocellulose-containing biomass into fermentable sugars is disclosed, wherein the biomass is converted into fermentable sugars by contacting a packed bed or heap of said biomass in a reactor with an acid, while passing an inert gas stream capable of taking up water through said reactor, by which the pH in said reactor can be controlled. The disclosure also relates to an apparatus suitable for carrying out said process.