Article
Engineering, Environmental
Oscar Condori, Francisco Garcia-Labiano, Luis F. de Diego, Maria T. Izquierdo, Alberto Abad, Juan Adanez
Summary: Biomass Chemical Looping Gasification (BCLG) is a promising technology for producing high quality syngas using lattice oxygen instead of gaseous oxygen, with a new method for controlling oxygen consumption leading to significant improvements in syngas efficiency. The oxygen-to-biomass ratio was found to be the main factor affecting syngas production efficiency in this study.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Guang Li, Shuqi Ma, Fan Liu, Xing Zhou, Kai Wang, Yulong Zhang
Summary: The research focuses on the life cycle water footprint of producing syngas through chemical looping gasification of corn straw and wheat straw, showing that crop growth stage and different allocation methods significantly impact total water consumption. Sensitivity analysis suggests that water consumption of crop yield and growth can have opposite effects on water consumption efficiency.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chia-Hsuan Liao, Reiyu Chein
Summary: This study investigated the thermodynamic analysis of syngas production using biodiesel derived from waste cooking oil through the chemical looping reforming process. It was found that carbon-free syngas production can be achieved at high temperatures, and a carbon reactor was introduced to remove carbon and achieve high purity H2 or CO yield under high temperature and oxidizing agent flow conditions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jiawei Wu, Zhifeng Hu, Zhenwu Miao, Wencheng Wu, Enchen Jiang
Summary: The effect of adding calcium to rice husk in chemical looping gasification (CLG) was studied, revealing that calcium can significantly improve the performance of the gasification process, but may cause aggregation and sintering at high concentrations. (CH3COO)2Ca was found to be more beneficial than CaCl2 in enhancing gasification efficiency, with 6% (CH3COO)2Ca leading to optimal gasification efficiency and gas yield in the CLG process.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Oscar Condori, Francisco Garcia-Labiano, Luis F. de Diego, Maria T. Izquierdo, Alberto Abad, Juan Adanez
Summary: Biomass Chemical Looping Gasification using LD slag as an oxygen carrier can produce high quality syngas from various types of biomass under autothermal conditions, without agglomeration issues.
FUEL PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jiawei Wu, Juan Lv, Yousheng Lin, Wencheng Wu, Hongchang Xin, Jinkai Zhao, Yongzhi Ren, Mingfeng Wang, Enchen Jiang, Zhifeng Hu
Summary: This paper investigates the comprehensive influence of Mg on the performance of biomass chemical looping gasification (CLG). The results show that Mg can promote the CLG reaction and improve the gasification efficiency and gas yield. Furthermore, Mg addition can reduce the activation energy in the CLG process.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nhut Minh Nguyen, Falah Alobaid, Paul Dieringer, Bernd Epple
Summary: Biomass gasification is a promising renewable energy source that can replace fossil fuels, but faces challenges such as tar formation and low efficiency. Chemical looping gasification is considered a suitable pathway for producing valuable products from biomass. The review paper provides insights into the recent developments of biomass-based chemical looping gasification process.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Jimin Zeng, Rui Xiao, Jun Yuan
Summary: This study designed a PY-GA coupled reactor for high-quality syngas production. The results showed that the reactor had high hydrogen content and total carbon conversion efficiency, with minimal tar production throughout the process.
Article
Thermodynamics
Isabelly P. Silva, Rafael M. A. Lima, Hortencia E. P. Santana, Gabriel F. Silva, Denise S. Ruzene, Daniel P. Silva
Summary: This study aimed to improve the prediction of gasification system behavior by developing and applying empirical correlations for tar, coal, and methane, resulting in models that better described experimental results compared to traditional models.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ivan Sampron, Luis F. de Diego, Francisco Garcia-Labiano, Maria T. Izquierdo
Summary: This study investigates the impact of different iron content oxygen carriers on the performance of the BCLG system. The research indicates that oxygen carriers with varying iron levels exhibit similar gasification parameters and tar production under changes in oxygen-to-fuel ratio and fuel reactor temperature.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ivan Sampron, Arturo Cabello, Francisco Garcia-Labiano, Maria T. Izquierdo, Luis F. de Diego
Summary: Biomass chemical looping gasification (BCLG) is a promising technique for producing renewable syngas with negative carbon emissions. In this study, a Cu-based oxygen carrier, Cu14Al_ICB, was tested for 45 hours using pine sawdust as fuel. Factors such as the oxygen-to-fuel ratio and gasification temperature were found to affect the syngas composition and gasification parameters. The Cu14Al_ICB oxygen carrier demonstrated excellent performance in terms of syngas yield, char gasification, tar removal, and mechanical properties throughout the experiment.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Oscar Condori, Alberto Abad, Maria T. Izquierdo, Luis F. de Diego, Francisco Garcia-Labiano, Juan Adanez
Summary: In this study, the Biomass Chemical Looping Gasification (BCLG) process was evaluated using wheat straw pellets and ilmenite as the fuel feedstock and oxygen carrier respectively. The effect of different operational variables on process performance and syngas yield was analyzed, and no agglomeration issues were observed during the smooth operation of the CLG unit. The oxygen transference rate in the fuel reactor was found to be the main factor affecting syngas yield and cold gas efficiency.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Joao Brito, F. Pinto, Alexandre Ferreira, M. A. Soria, Luis M. Madeira
Summary: Biomass gasification produces syngas containing various components such as hydrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, methane, water, and higher hydrocarbons like ethane. A study on the steam reforming process of five different streams, obtained from three biomass sources, was conducted using Aspen Plus V12 software and Gibbs energy minimization method. Various operating conditions were assessed, and it was found that temperature, pressure, and steam-to-carbon ratio significantly influenced the hydrogen content in the streams. The hydrogen purity and yield were highest for the stream obtained from the gasification of Lignin followed by conditioning, while coke formation could be mitigated by specific conditions.
FUEL PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chenlong Liu, Dengke Chen, Qianlin Tang, Siddig Abuelgasim, Chenghua Xu, Wenju Wang, Jing Luo, Zhihua Zhao, Atif Abdalazeez, Ruyue Zhang
Summary: The effect of Mn doping on Fe2O3 for hydrogen-rich syngas production from biomass char has been studied. Mn doping enhanced the redox activity and oxygen vacancies, leading to increased hydrogen gas generation. Optimum conditions for maximum hydrogen gas yield were determined.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jingchun Yan, Junjie Lai, Kehan Yin, Yongbo Yan, Laihong Shen, Li Yang
Summary: Doped La-Fe-O perovskites were developed for microalgae chemical looping gasification (CLG), showing outstanding performance in syngas production. The perovskites facilitated the formation of NH3 and HCN, while iron ore converted precursors to NO. Below 400 degrees C, NOx can be stored on the perovskite surface, while above 700 degrees C, NOx can be selectively reduced by reducing components in tar or syngas under the catalysis of L3B7F, resulting in reduced NOx emissions. CLG over L3B7F may be a promising way to efficiently utilize microalgae and overcome nitrogen-related obstacles in biomass gasification technologies.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yingna Du, Chen Huang, Wei Jiang, Qiangwei Yan, Yongfei Li, Gang Chen
Summary: In this study, anionic surfactants modified hydrotalcite was used as a flow improver for crude oil under low-temperature conditions. The modified hydrotalcite showed a significant viscosity reduction effect on crude oil. The mechanism of the modified hydrotalcite on viscosity and pour point of crude oil was explored through characterization and analysis of the modified hydrotalcite and oil samples.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Mohammad Saeid Rostami, Mohammad Mehdi Khodaei
Summary: In this study, a hybrid structure, MIL-53(Al)@MWCNT, was synthesized by combining MIL-53(Al) particles and -COOH functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT). The hybrid structure was then embedded in a polyethersulfone (PES) polymer matrix to prepare a mixed matrix membrane (MMM) for CO2/CH4 and CO2/N2 separation. The addition of MWCNTs prevented MIL-53(Al) aggregation, improved membrane mechanical properties, and enhanced gas separation efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yunlong Li, Desheng Huang, Xiaomeng Dong, Daoyong Yang
Summary: This study develops theoretical and experimental techniques to determine the phase behavior and physical properties of DME/flue gas/water/heavy oil systems. Eight constant composition expansion (CCE) tests are conducted to obtain new experimental data. A thermodynamic model is used to accurately predict saturation pressure and swelling factors, as well as the phase boundaries of N2/heavy oil systems and DME/CO2/heavy oil systems, with high accuracy.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Morteza Afkhamipour, Ebad Seifi, Arash Esmaeili, Mohammad Shamsi, Tohid N. Borhani
Summary: Non-conventional amines are being researched worldwide to overcome the limitations of traditional amines like MEA and MDEA. Adequate process and thermodynamic models are crucial for understanding the applicability and performance of these amines in CO2 absorption, but studies on process modeling for these amines are limited. This study used rate-based modeling and Deshmukh-Mather method to model CO2 absorption by DETA solution in a packed column, validated the model with experimental data, and conducted a sensitivity analysis of mass transfer correlations. The study also compared the CO2 absorption efficiency of DETA solution with an ionic solvent [bmim]-[PF6] and highlighted the importance of finding optimum operational parameters for maximum absorption efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Arastoo Abdi, Mohamad Awarke, M. Reza Malayeri, Masoud Riazi
Summary: The utilization of smart water in EOR operations has gained attention, but more research is needed to understand the complex mechanisms involved. This study investigated the interfacial tension between smart water and crude oil, considering factors such as salt, pH, asphaltene type, and aged smart water. The results revealed that the hydration of ions in smart water plays a key role in its efficacy, with acidic and basic asphaltene acting as intrinsic surfactants. The pH also influenced the interfacial tension, and the aged smart water's interaction with crude oil depended on asphaltene type, salt, and salinity.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Dongao Zhu, Kun Zhu, Lixian Xu, Haiyan Huang, Jing He, Wenshuai Zhu, Huaming Li, Wei Jiang
Summary: In this study, cobalt-based metal-organic frameworks (Co-based MOFs) were used as supports and co-catalysts to confine the NHPI catalyst, solving the leaching issue. The NHPI@Co-MOF with carboxyl groups exhibited stronger acidity and facilitated the generation of active oxygen radicals O2•, resulting in enhanced catalytic activity. This research provides valuable insights into the selection of suitable organic linkers and broadens the research horizon of MOF hybrids in efficient oxidative desulfurization (ODS) applications.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Edwin G. Hoyos, Gloria Amo-Duodu, U. Gulsum Kiral, Laura Vargas-Estrada, Raquel Lebrero, Rail Munoz
Summary: This study investigated the impact of carbon-coated zero-valent nanoparticle concentration on photosynthetic biogas upgrading. The addition of nanoparticles significantly increased microalgae productivity and enhanced nitrogen and phosphorus assimilation. The presence of nanoparticles also improved the quality of biomethane produced.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yao Xiao, Asma Leghari, Linfeng Liu, Fangchao Yu, Ming Gao, Lu Ding, Yu Yang, Xueli Chen, Xiaoyu Yan, Fuchen Wang
Summary: Iron is added as a flocculant in wastewater treatment and the hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) of sludge produces wastewater containing Fe. This study investigates the effect of aqueous phase (AP) recycling on hydrochar properties, iron evolution and environmental assessment during HTC of sludge. The results show that AP recycling process improves the dewatering performance of hydrochar and facilitates the recovery of Fe from the liquid phase.
Article
Energy & Fuels
He Liang, Tao Wang, Zhenmin Luo, Jianliang Yu, Weizhai Yi, Fangming Cheng, Jingyu Zhao, Xingqing Yan, Jun Deng, Jihao Shi
Summary: This study investigated the influence of inhibitors (carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and heptafluoropropane) on the lower flammability limit of hydrogen and determined the critical inhibitory concentration needed for complete suppression. The impact of inhibitors on explosive characteristics was evaluated, and the inhibitory mechanism was analyzed with chemical kinetics. The results showed that with the increase of inhibitor quantity, the lower flammability limit of hydrogen also increased. The research findings can contribute to the safe utilization of hydrogen energy.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Zonghui Liu, Zhongze Zhang, Yali Zhou, Ziling Wang, Mingyang Du, Zhe Wen, Bing Yan, Qingxiang Ma, Na Liu, Bing Xue
Summary: In this study, high-performance solid catalysts based on phosphotungstic acid (HPW) supported on Zr-SBA-15 were synthesized and evaluated for the one-pot conversion of furfural (FUR) to γ-valerolactone (GVL). The catalysts were characterized using various techniques, and the ratio of HPW and Zr was found to significantly affect the selectivity of GVL. The HPW/Zr-SBA-15 (2-4-15) catalyst exhibited the highest GVL yield (83%) under optimized reaction conditions, and it was determined that a balance between Bronsted acid sites (BAS) and Lewis acid sites (LAS) was crucial for achieving higher catalytic performance. The reaction parameters and catalyst stability were also investigated.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Michael Stoehr, Stephan Ruoff, Bastian Rauch, Wolfgang Meier, Patrick Le Clercq
Summary: As part of the global energy transition, an experimental study was conducted to understand the effects of different fuel properties on droplet vaporization for various conventional and alternative fuels. The study utilized a flow channel to measure the evolution of droplet diameters over time and distance. The results revealed the temperature-dependent effects of physical properties, such as boiling point, liquid density, and enthalpy of vaporization, and showed the complex interactions of preferential vaporization and temperature-dependent influences of physical properties for multi-component fuels.
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Energy & Fuels
Yuan Zhuang, Ruikang Wu, Xinyan Wang, Rui Zhai, Changyong Gao
Summary: Through experimental validation and optimization of the chemical kinetic model, it was found that methanol can accelerate the oxidation reaction of ammonia, and methanol can be rapidly oxidized at high concentration. HO2 was found to generate a significant amount of OH radicals, facilitating the oxidation of methanol and ammonia. Rating: 7.5/10.
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Energy & Fuels
Radwan M. EL-Zohairy, Ahmed S. Attia, A. S. Huzayyin, Ahmed I. EL-Seesy
Summary: This paper presents a lab-scale experimental study on the impact of diethyl ether (DEE) as an additive to waste cooking oil biodiesel with Jet A-1 on combustion and emission features of a swirl-stabilized premixed flame. The addition of DEE to biodiesel significantly affects the flame temperature distribution and emissions. The W20D20 blend of DEE, biodiesel, and Jet A-1 shows similar flame temperature distribution to Jet A-1 and significantly reduces UHC, CO, and NOx emissions compared to Jet A-1.
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Energy & Fuels
Jiang Bian, Ziyuan Zhao, Yang Liu, Ran Cheng, Xuerui Zang, Xuewen Cao
Summary: This study presents a novel method for ammonia separation using supersonic flow and develops a mathematical model to investigate the condensation phenomenon. The results demonstrate that the L-P nucleation model accurately characterizes the nucleation process of ammonia at low temperatures. Numerical simulations also show that increasing pressure and concentration can enhance ammonia condensation efficiency.
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Energy & Fuels
Shiyuan Pan, Xiaodan Shi, Beibei Dong, Jan Skvaril, Haoran Zhang, Yongtu Liang, Hailong Li
Summary: Integrating CO2 capture with biomass-fired combined heat and power (bio-CHP) plants is a promising method for achieving negative emissions. This study develops a reliable data-driven model based on the Transformer architecture to predict the flowrate and CO2 concentration of flue gas in real time. The model validation shows high prediction accuracy, and the potential impact of meteorological parameters on model accuracy is assessed. The results demonstrate that the Transformer model outperforms other models and using near-infrared spectral data as input features improves the prediction accuracy.