Article
Energy & Fuels
Mei An, Nini Yuan, Qingjie Guo, Xianyong Wei
Summary: This study investigated the effect of CuFe2O4 on the removal of Hg0 in coal gasification using experimental and thermodynamic techniques. The results showed that CuFe2O4-modified bentonite had better adsorption capacities for Hg0 and could convert more Hg0 into Hg2+ and particulate mercury. The thermodynamic simulation and DFT results further confirmed the favorable conversion of Hg0 with CuFe2O4-modified bentonite.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ruiqi Mu, Ming Liu, Junjie Yan
Summary: Supercritical water gasification (SCWG) is a promising technique to convert coal into hydrogen-rich syngas. Advanced exergy analysis shows that SCWG has a higher exergy efficiency compared to conventional (CG) and chemical looping gasification (CLG). The gasifier in SCWG process has the highest irreversibility caused by gasification reaction, but also has a high potential for avoidable exergy destruction. Additionally, parameters such as coal water slurry concentration (CWSC), gasification temperature, gasification pressure, and oxygen-coal ratio have significant effects on the performance of SCWG.
FUEL PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jiahui Yu, Shuai Wang, Dali Kong, Kun Luo, Jianren Fan
Summary: This study presents a high-fidelity computational fluid dynamics-discrete element method (CFD-DEM) reactive model to investigate the hydrodynamic and thermochemical characteristics in a chemical looping gasification (CLG) unit. The results show the quantified relationship between various operating parameters and CLG performance. It reveals that increasing gas inlet velocity enhances particle mixing and gas products, while increasing the char to oxygen carrier mass ratio reduces gas products. The dominance of the reaction heat in the heat transfer process for both char particles and oxygen carriers is also observed.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Huan Zhou, Guoqiang Wei, Qun Yi, Zheming Zhang, Yingjie Zhao, Yuke Zhang, Zhen Huang, Anqing Zheng, Kun Zhao, Zengli Zhao
Summary: Chemical looping gasification (CLG) of Yunnan lignite with Fe-Mn mixed oxygen carriers (OCs) was conducted to produce high-purity synthesis gas and reduce pollutant emissions. The Fe-Mn composite OCs exhibited oxygen decoupling characteristics and synergistic effects between active components, making them suitable for the gasification process.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Dunyu Liu, Chaoran Wang, Yunpei Fan, Qiuqi Liu, Xudong Wang, Kailong Xu, Jing Jin, Jingjing Ma, Jinchen Ma
Summary: Chemical looping combustion (CLC) of coal for carbon capture utilization and storage is an effective technology to reduce carbon emission. However, there is uncertainty in mercury emission from both air and fuel reactor. This paper aims to reveal the mechanisms for the transformation of mercury-related species.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jinchen Ma, Xin Tian, Bo Zhao, Xiaoshan Li, Yongchun Zhao, Haibo Zhao, Chuguang Zheng
Summary: This study investigates the behavior of mercury and the role of oxygen carrier in the CLOU process of Pingdingshan anthracite, finding that the removal efficiency of Hg-0(g) by the oxygen carrier is 60.71% and the adsorption capacity of Hg(p) is 0.281 μg/g. The oxygen carrier promotes the oxidation of Hg-0(g) and reduces the mercury released in the air.
FUEL PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shouxi Jiang, Laihong Shen, Jingchun Yan, Xin Niu, Bin Hu, Lingchang Wang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of sodium on coal combustion and NOx emissions in Zhundong coal. The results showed that water-soluble sodium had negative effects on coal conversion and NO generation during traditional combustion. However, when chemical looping was applied to Zhundong coal combustion, the NO emission was largely restrained and mainly came from pyrolysis. Additionally, the gasification agent facilitated NO generation and CO2 had a stronger effect on chemical looping.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinchen Ma, Daofeng Mei, Chaoquan Wang, Xin Tian, Zhaohui Liu, Haibo Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the fate of sulfur during in-situ gasification chemical looping combustion of coal, highlighting the resistance of Fe2O3/Al2O3 to sulfur and the positive effects of temperature and oxygen/fuel ratio on the conversion of sulfur compounds. Additionally, the research demonstrated the desulfurization function of coal ash and the effective conversion of sulfur-containing gases into SO2 using oxygen carrier materials.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Wenqi Qu, Hongxiao Zu, Jianping Yang, Zequn Yang, Hong Xu, Hailong Li
Summary: This study calculated the co-adsorption of Hg0 and selenium species on pyrite surface using DFT, and found that selenium species play an important role in Hg0 adsorption. The effect of SeO2 on Hg0 adsorption depends on its concentration, with low concentrations producing coordination-absent active sites beneficial for mercury elimination.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jinchen Ma, Xin Tian, Chaoquan Wang, Haibo Zhao, Zhaohui Liu, Chuguang Zheng
Summary: The study focused on the nitrogen conversion and distribution characteristics in the two elementary stages of coal conversion during the iG-CLC process. It was found that HCN was the dominant precursor of NOx in iG-CLC, and most NOx precursors were released during coal pyrolysis. The high CO2 concentration and reducing reaction atmosphere in the fuel reactor were found to inhibit the formation of NO.
FUEL PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Fan Zhang, Lin Zhu, Yuan Wang, Ling Sun
Summary: CLHG is a hydrogen production process with great prospects, focusing on overall energy efficiency and exergy efficiency; this study proposes a new evaluation tool and provides guidance for system improvement by studying the relationship between quantity and quality during energy conversion, also establishing a better energy matching relationship in the integrated system of CG and CLHG.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ming Luo, Haiyan Zhang, Shuxiang Wang, Jianjun Cai, Yanjun Qin, Lunzheng Zhou
Summary: The study investigated the chemical looping co-gasification of rice husk and coal using iron ore as an oxygen carrier, revealing significant synergistic effects between the two fuels under specific conditions, leading to increased carbon conversion efficiency and gasification efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Siqi Liu, Fang He, Kun Zhao, Haibo Zhao, Zhen Huang, Guoqiang Wei, Wen Yang
Summary: Coal chemical looping gasification (CCLG) is a promising technology with high resource utilization rate and environmental protection properties, requiring suitable oxygen carriers and optimized operating conditions for coal conversion and H2&CO production. This study tested a Cu-Fe bi-ore oxygen carrier and found that the optimal gasification conditions were at 950 degrees C with a oxygen carrier-to-coal mass ratio of 3:1 and steam rate of 0.08 ml/min, achieving a syngas yield of 58 mmol/g, 75.2% syngas selectivity, and 85.3% carbon conversion.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hailong Li, Hongxiao Zu, Zequn Yang, Jianping Yang, Hong Xu, Wenqi Qu
Summary: This study systematically investigated the immobilization mechanisms of elemental mercury on marcasite-type metal selenides based on density functional theory, finding that the adsorptions of Hg-0 at metal sites are mainly influenced by the 4p orbitals of metal atoms, while interactions at Se sites are affected by both the 5s and 4p orbitals of Se atoms. The influences of metal-terminated sites on Hg-0 adsorptions at Se sites are relatively limited.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yan Cao, M. A. El-Shorbagy, Pradeep Kumar Singh, Ayman A. Aly, Bassem F. Felemban, A. Sarkar
Summary: In this study, density functional theory calculations were used to investigate the adsorption of Hg-0 on silicon carbide monolayers. It was found that Hg-0 atoms chemically adsorb onto pure SiC monolayers, indicating the potential of developing novel adsorbents for Hg-0 removal.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinmin Liu, Yanjie Niu, Yuqing Huang, Xuexia Qiu, Qingjie Guo
Summary: Two new types of solid adsorption materials were prepared from waste television plastics and used to capture CO2 in flue gas from coal-fired power plants. The results showed that these materials had different CO2 adsorption capacities and mechanisms.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Huifen Kang, Jingjing Ma, Xintong Guo, Ziheng Han, Jian Hao, Qingjie Guo
Summary: This study investigated the emissions and migration of selenium using an iron-based oxygen carrier in chemical looping combustion. The results showed that the presence of the oxygen carrier significantly reduced the emissions of selenium and promoted its conversion from gaseous form to solid form. Additionally, the temperature of the fuel reactor and the number of oxygen carrier re-oxidation cycles played a crucial role in the emissions and retention of selenium.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Huang Yuqing, Xinmin Liu, Xiude Hu, Qingjie Guo
Summary: The modified resin was used as a multifunctional biological carrier for phenolic wastewater treatment in an anaerobic fluidized bed microbial fuel cell. The modified resin composite material was prepared by polymerizing conductive polyaniline on the surface and pores of macroporous adsorption resin. Various modified resins were prepared and characterized using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, specific surface area, and pore structure analysis. Molecular dynamics simulation was used to analyze the interaction forces and cohesive energy density, providing qualitative agreement with experimental data. When the modified resin with a mass ratio of resin to aniline of 1:0.6 was used, significant improvements in chemical oxygen demand removal efficiency, voltage, and power density were observed in the AFB-MFC.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ruotong Wang, Tuo Guo, Xiaoju Xiang, Yinmei Yin, Qingjie Guo, Yanxia Wang
Summary: In this research, solid amine adsorbents were functionally modified with sulphur-containing antioxidant 2-mercaptobenzimidazole (MB) to prevent amine group oxidation. The modified adsorbents showed a decrease in CO2 adsorption capacity of only 16.8% after 30 cycles, compared to a decrease of 63.2% for unmodified adsorbents. This indicates that MB modification can effectively inhibit the oxidative degradation of solid amine adsorbents and improve their antioxidant stability.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jianping Yang, Yuanyuan Na, Yingchao Hu, Penglin Zhu, Fanyue Meng, Qingjie Guo, Zequn Yang, Wenqi Qu, Hailong Li
Summary: Circulating adsorbents integrating elemental mercury adsorption and oxidized mercury decomposition/desorption processes were used for simultaneous adsorbent recycling and mercury recovery. The formation of granulated adsorbent pellets reduced elutriation in the system. La0.8Ce0.2MnO3 perovskite adsorbent was molded into pellets using an extrusion-spheronization method with microcrystalline cellulose (MC) as a pore-creating template. The pellets showed excellent Hg0 removal efficiency and durability in a wide temperature range, with slight interference from SO2 and H2O and enhancement from O2 and NO. The presence of pore channels in the pellets allowed for efficient Hg0 diffusion and in-situ retention during high-temperature burning.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Huifen Kang, Xintong Guo, Mei An, Qingjie Guo, Guozhang Chang
Summary: A combination of Ca-Fe and HZSM-5 catalysts was proposed to enhance the yields of aromatic hydrocarbons from pinecone pyrolysis. The performance of the catalysts and the mechanism of enhanced aromatic hydrocarbon generation were investigated. The results showed that the combination of Ca-Fe and HZSM-5 catalysts produced the largest peak area and highest relative content of aromatic hydrocarbons. The introduction of Ca-Fe components increased the yield of aromatics, especially benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Cheng Zuo, Xishi Tai, Qian Su, Zaiyong Jiang, Qingjie Guo
Summary: In the field of photocatalysis, loaded photocatalyst offers advantages of controlled morphology, uniform preparation, low cost, and easy recovery, making it a potential substitute for powder photocatalysts. In this study, TiO2 and Cu7S4 hybrid materials with oxygen vacancies grown on copper mesh were prepared. The enhanced photocatalytic performance of the material can be attributed to the synergistic effect between the interfacial electric field of the heterostructure and the abundant oxygen vacancies. This research provides insights into the design of S-scheme photocatalysts for efficient nitrogen reduction.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhuangmei Li, Ying Zhu, Na Li, Hui Zhang, Yuhua Wu, Ping Li, Qingjie Guo, Hongcun Bai
Summary: Understanding the reactive mechanism of coal thermochemical conversion is crucial for the efficient utilization of coal. However, the evolution of coal macromolecular structure, reactants, and products at particle and molecular scales remains unclear. This study used reactive force field molecular dynamics to uncover the reactive mechanism and nitrogen transformation during the combustion of HSW coal at microscopic scales. The effects of chemical equivalent and combustion temperature were investigated to explore the structural evolution, combustion reactants, and products. The results revealed observable changes in coal structure fracture during the continuous reaction. Furthermore, the study established the transformation networks of organic nitrogen in combustion and identified the pathway for the formation of HCN, NO, and NO2.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yunlei Zhao, Bo Jin, Zhineng Zhang, Kun Huang, Yakun Wang, Xiao Luo, Qingjie Guo, Zhiwu Liang
Summary: Using self-templated metal-organic framework (MOF) to develop efficient iron-based oxygen carriers is an effective way, but the effect of metal oxide-support interaction and crystal structure on the reactivity of MOF-derived iron-based materials is still unclear.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hui Huang, Zhaoxi Wei, Qingru Ge, Qingjie Guo
Summary: This study focuses on 278 cities in China from 2000 to 2017 and uses the SBM model to measure carbon emission efficiency. The results show that the average carbon emission efficiency in China gradually dropped from 0.6 to 0.5 during the research period. The classification of cities based on carbon emission efficiency reveals a decrease in high-efficiency cities and an increase in medium-low- and low-efficiency cities. The spatial-temporal evolution of carbon emission efficiency follows a certain pattern and has spatial auto-correlation. The study also identifies factors such as improving urban development quality and technological innovation, government intervention, and attracting high-quality foreign capital to improve the low efficiency of carbon emissions in cities.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shengnan Xu, Yun lu Han, Chao Ma, Yanxia Guo, Man Wu, Qingjie Guo, Hongjing Tian
Summary: Mixtures of shell-biochar and calcium silicate slag were impregnated with pentaethylenehexamine and then mixed with wet flue gas desulfurization gypsum to prepare adsorbents. The presence of crystalline water in FGDG slag affected the CO2 adsorption mechanisms of the amine groups. The FGDG modified adsorbents showed comparable cyclic recyclability and a minimal decrease in adsorption capacity after 12 cycles.
Article
Thermodynamics
Zhe Cui, Yang Sun, Wende Tian, Bin Liu, Qingjie Guo
Summary: This paper proposes a novel dynamic safety control strategy based on process modeling and complex risk computation to ensure the stable operation of the coal chemical looping gasification system (CCLGS). By modeling the CCLGS process and calculating the risk, it is found that the fuel reactor (FR) and air reactor (AR) have higher risk grades. Finally, a study on the dynamic control of FR and AR processes is conducted to evaluate the safety integrity level of pressure controllers.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ziheng Han, Huifen Kang, Nini Yuan, Xintong Guo, Jingjing Ma, Qingjie Guo
Summary: Selenium pollution from coal utilization is a growing concern. Calcium-iron oxygen carriers and alkali metal ions have inhibitory effects on selenium, reducing its emissions. The retention mechanisms of selenium by Fe2O3, CaFe2O4, Ca2Fe2O5, and bottom ash were investigated. Iron-based oxygen carriers can oxidize H2Se(g) to SeO2(g) and release lattice oxygen to form an Fe-O-Se structure and retain selenium. CaFe2O5 showed the highest retention rate of 32.301%. Bottom ash gradually increased selenium retention, with alkali metal ions playing a crucial role. This study provides a new approach to selenium removal using oxygen carriers and bottom ash during chemical looping gasification.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chenglong Wang, Lerao Wang, Xumei Tao, Liang Huang, Zaiqing Yang, Qingjie Guo
Summary: Fe-MOFs@Fe2O3 composites were prepared using BDB plasma method with recycle of waste PET, showing high specific surface areas and a low electron-hole complexation rate. These composites exhibited good photocatalytic performance, degrading 99.3% of malachite green within 30 min under visible light. This method provides a new approach for recycling waste PET plastics and preparing new energy functional materials.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(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.
Article
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.
Article
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.
Article
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.
Article
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.