The MTG process consists of three main steps: 1. Methanol Dehydration: Methanol is first converted to dimethyl ether (DME) using an acid catalyst. 2. Oligomerization and Cyclization: DME is then converted to light olefins (such as ethylene and propylene) and subsequently to higher hydrocarbons through a series of oligomerization and cyclization reactions. 3. Aromatization and Alkylation: Finally, these higher hydrocarbons are further processed to form aromatic compounds and branched hydrocarbons, which are the main components of gasoline.
