Article
Energy & Fuels
Haiyan Li, Huan Liu, Haoxuan Xing, Chan Zou, Xiuju Zhang, Xiaojiang Wu, Lejin Xu, Hong Yao
Summary: Using kaolin as an additive during the combustion of high-sodium coal can alleviate fouling and slagging issues, as well as capture As2O3. This study investigated the effect of kaolin on the behavior of Na/As-related ashing and revealed its mechanism through experiments and theoretical calculations. It was found that kaolin can effectively adsorb and capture Na/As at different temperatures.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Haiyan Li, Huan Liu, Haoxuan Xing, Chan Zou, Xiuju Zhang, Xiaojiang Wu, Lejin Xu, Hong Yao
Summary: The study found that adding kaolin during the combustion of high-Na coal can effectively alleviate fouling and slagging problems, while also capturing Na/As substances to reduce Na content in ash.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Guoliang Wang, Jesper Naimi Funch Poulsen, Samira Naimi Funch Poulsen, Peter Arendt Jensen, Flemming Jappe Frandsen
Summary: The Danish wheat straw, rich in K and Cl, is the most problematic fuel in terms of deposit formation, while milled wood pellets, leaves, and bark have lower deposition propensities. The addition of K-capture additives significantly reduces the deposition propensity of wheat straw combustion, but has little effect on wood pellet combustion.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Hui Li, Xiaoling Song, Gang Li, Lingxue Kong, Huaizhu Li, Jin Bai, Wen Li
Summary: This study investigated the effect of coal blending on ash fusibility and slurryability of Xinjiang low-rank coal. The results showed that coal blending not only reduced the ash fusibility but also improved the slurryability of low-rank coal. The concentration and stability of coal water slurry can be significantly increased by blending with specific coal types.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Debasree Saha, Tarit Roychowdhury
Summary: Energy generation from coal has environmental drawbacks due to the presence of potential hazardous elements. However, combustion residues can be safely utilized after proper characterization and treatment, along with regular inspection of emission control devices.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Hao Zhou, Yujian Xing, Mingxi Zhou
Summary: The study improved sodium adsorption efficiency of kaolin by using a novel modification method of intercalation-exfoliation combined with acid leaching. Experimental results showed that the modified kaolin had the best sodium adsorption performance, mainly controlled by intra-particle diffusion. The results suggest a broad application prospect for kaolin modified by the method of intercalation-exfoliation combined with acid leaching in terms of sodium adsorption capacity and alleviation of slagging tendency.
JOURNAL OF THE ENERGY INSTITUTE
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Liangqian Zheng, Jing Jin, Zhongyi Liu, Xuesen Kou, Xiang He, Long Shen
Summary: The co-combustion of coagulation sludge and Zhundong coal in circulating fluidized bed combustion can convert waste to energy and mitigate fouling and slagging problems. The ash fusion characteristics and sodium content were analyzed, and it was found that blending coagulation sludge effectively decreased the release of alkali metal sodium and inhibited low temperature eutectic. Iron salts in the blends generated low melting point substances, causing the blends ash to shrink at lower temperatures. The co-combustion of coagulation sludge and Zhundong coal is suitable for boilers with operation temperature under 1000 degrees C.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Denitsa Apostolova, Irena Kostova, Achim Bechtel, Maya Stefanova
Summary: The study conducted the first thorough investigation of PAHs in feed coals and FAs from combustion in six Bulgarian TPPs, aiming to compare their geochemical compositions, track changes in PAHs compositions with different feed coal ranks and ESP rows, and estimate the potential toxicity of FAs. Results show variations in PAHs concentrations between feed coals and FAs, with combustion resulting in a shift towards lighter PAHs. PAH distributions in FAs are dominated by phenanthrene, and the presence of heavier PAH, benzo[g,h,i]fluoranthene, was only found in the finest particulate matter in the last row of ESP from Varna TPP.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COAL GEOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bing Yuan, Hongyun Hu, Yongda Huang, Biao Fu, Huimin Liu, Guangqian Luo, Yongchun Zhao, Hong Yao
Summary: Selenium in gaseous form is difficult to retain in solid phases during coal combustion due to its high saturated vapor pressure. Understanding the migration of SeO2(g) on ash particles in the low-temperature zone is essential for controlling selenium emission. The physically-bound Se in fly ash consists of selenium condensation and physical adsorption, with mullite showing the best performance in selenium capture at temperatures between 90-200 degrees C.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Haifeng Zan, Xiaoping Chen, Wenqi Zhong, Jiliang Ma, Daoyin Liu, Guoqing Lian, Pengfei Geng, Cai Liang
Summary: Pressurised circulating fluidized bed oxy-fuel combustion (PCFB-OFC) is a promising technology for CO2 capture due to its high carbon capture efficiency and net efficiency. However, there is a lack of comprehensive experimental studies on PCFB thermal state experimental devices. In this study, a 100 kWth PCFB-OFC experimental device was developed, and the effect of combustion pressure on various parameters was investigated. The results showed that increasing pressure improved combustion efficiency, temperature distribution, and reduced pollutant emissions.
FUEL PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Siqi Liu, Yanqing Niu, Liping Wen, Yaqian Kang, Yufeng Wang, Denghui Wang, Shi'en Hui
Summary: The study focuses on the impact of ash minerals and the mechanisms of ash film and ash dilution on char reactivity during the burnout stage. The research aims to provide detailed data on the variation of ash film fraction with carbon conversion ratio, and integrate it into the kinetic model to predict the behavior of ash minerals during combustion.
COMBUSTION AND FLAME
(2021)
Review
Thermodynamics
Biao Fu, James C. Hower, Wencai Zhang, Guangqian Luo, Hongyun Hu, Hong Yao
Summary: This review critically summarizes recent progress in the study of REY in coal ash, evaluating the content, speciation, and extraction potentials of REY. It discusses the different forms, distribution behavior, and transformation mechanisms of REY in coal ash, and proposes possible retention mechanisms of REY by aluminosilicate glass at boiler temperature. The modification of REY speciation in fly ash by reactions with flue gas components and current extraction techniques for REY recovery from coal combustion ash are also highlighted.
PROGRESS IN ENERGY AND COMBUSTION SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Ulung Muhammad Sutopo, Erda Rahmilaila Desfitri, Yukio Hayakawa, Shinji Kambara
Summary: The study found that all mineral oxides had good correlations with arsenic, boron had good relationships with aluminum, calcium, and magnesium, chromium had good correlations with potassium and calcium, and interactions of fluorine with Fe2O3, K2O, and Al2O3 were predicted. The effects of mineral oxides on selenium partitioning were not observed. The inhibition order of trace elements by mineral oxides was determined. These results will be useful for controlling trace element emissions.
Article
Thermodynamics
Hoang Khoi Nguyen, Ji Hong Moon, Sung Ho Jo, Sung Jin Park, Dal Hee Bae, Myung Won Seo, Ho Won Ra, Sang-Jun Yoon, Sung-Min Yoon, Jae Goo Lee, Tae-Young Mun, Byungho Song
Summary: This study successfully improved the ash behavior of biomass combustion in oxy-fuel circulating fluidized bed by using kaolin as an additive, which resulted in enhanced potassium capture performance, reduced fouling formation, decreased SO2 emission, and significant improvements in combustion efficiency and CO2 concentration.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jingkun Han, Dunxi Yu, Jianqun Wu, Xin Yu, Fangqi Liu, Minghou Xu
Summary: Torrefaction has different effects on the ash slagging behavior during biomass and coal co-combustion. Co-firing biomass with high-Ca coal reduces the ash slagging rate, while co-firing biomass with high-Si/Al coal exacerbates the slagging tendency. Torrefaction can reduce the ash slagging rate of sawdust but increase it for other fuels. Measures such as optimizing operation conditions, co-firing with high-Ca coals, and using additives are suggested to alleviate the ash slagging during torrefied herbaceous biomass combustion.
Article
Thermodynamics
Wenyu Wang, Chang Wen, Tianyu Liu, Changkang Li, Haowen Liu, Enze Liu, Minghou Xu
Summary: The interaction between high-Ca pyrolyzed biochar and high-Si coal during co-combustion mainly results in the generation of PM1-10, with a slight impact on the formation of PM0.1-1 under oxy50 condition. The capture of Mg, Ca, and Fe by Si-containing minerals in coal leads to a decrease in PM0.1-1 during co-combustion. The reduction in elements is more obvious when a higher proportion of coal is blended, while the formation of PM1-10 is influenced by the characteristics of high-melting minerals in biochar and large mineral grains in coal.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMBUSTION INSTITUTE
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Sheng Chen, Mingkai Cheng, Jingying Xu, Xiaowei Liu, Dunxi Yu, Minghou Xu
Summary: This study developed a numerical framework to predict the effect of additives on reducing particulate matter during coal combustion and validated the reduction effect when burning high-sodium Zhundong coal in a lab-scale furnace. The experimental results showed that adding kaolin can significantly reduce the mass yield of smaller particulate matter (PM0.3), with chemical adsorption being the dominant mechanism for PM reduction.
Article
Thermodynamics
Xin Yu, Dunxi Yu, Fangqi Liu, Jingkun Han, Jianqun Wu, Minghou Xu
Summary: The study found that high-sulfur petroleum coke has little impact on co-gasification, while rice straw shows a significant catalytic effect only after being completely gasified into ash. Under high-concentration steam conditions, the main components of synthesis gas are H-2 and CO2, and rice straw ash exhibits a violent melting state.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Zean Wang, Pu Huang, Yihao Xie, Jian Ning, Yaojie Tu, Hao Liu, Dunxi Yu
Summary: This paper proposes a new method of preparing a cost-effective chlorine-rich carbon-based sorbent by directly pyrolyzing high chlorine coal to capture elemental mercury and utilize remaining char. The study shows that the transformation of chlorine forms during coal pyrolysis can provide active adsorption sites for Hg0 chemisorption, and CO2 activation can enhance the adsorption performance of char.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Fangqi Liu, Jingying Xu, Congming Yu, Jianqun Wu, Jingkun Han, Dunxi Yu
Summary: The novel compound additive prepared from kaolin and limestone shows promising prospects for reducing the emission of PM2.5. The addition of kaolin or limestone alone can reduce the aerosol emissions in the size range of 0.3-2.5 μm but increase the emissions of ultrafine aerosols less than 0.3 μm. However, the addition of the kaolin-limestone additive leads to a significant reduction in both PM0.3 and PM0.3-2.5, resulting in a high reduction of PM2.5.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jingkun Han, Dunxi Yu, Qunying Wang, Neng Yu, Jianqun Wu, Ying Liu, Lin Luo, Haoxiang Pan
Summary: This paper investigates the beneficiation of silo ashes and the risk assessment for land use. Through analyzing samples from six Chinese power plants, the concentration distributions of hazardous elements were characterized, and the environmental risks for agricultural and development land use were assessed according to Chinese standards. The results show that simple air classification is a potentially eco-friendly and value-added approach for the utilization of coal ash.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rui Li, Zhenqi Jing, Jingjing Ma, Long Qin, Kai Yan, Chang Wen
Summary: The char fragmentation processes, including mineral partitioning and particulate matter formation, were observed using a site percolation model. The model simulated the diffusion-controlled regime of char combustion and showed the influence of initial pore distribution on char oxidation and fragmentation, as well as the impact of the char conversion process on fragmentation extent and ash distribution.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jingji Zhu, Xiaowei Liu, Yishu Xu, Jingying Xu, Huakun Wang, Kai Zhang, Xiaobei Cheng, Dunxi Yu
Summary: Co-firing ammonia promotes devolatilization of coal and release of volatiles, affects the conversion of volatiles into soot, and changes the flame radiation properties. In fuel-lean conditions, co-firing ammonia increases the number density and size of soot particles, while in fuel-rich conditions, they decrease.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Changkang Li, Chang Wen, Dapeng Wang, Changxi Zhao, Rui Li
Summary: Field tests in a subcritical coal-fired power plant revealed that co-firing coal and sludge led to a more distinct transformation of Hg-0 to Hg-p, possibly due to the higher mineral content in sludge capable of absorbing Hg-0.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Tianyu Liu, Chang Wen, Ke Zhou, Changkang Li, Youjian Zhu, Dapeng Wang, Rui Li, Zhenqi Jing
Summary: Co-combustion of sewage sludge and coal in coal-fired power plants can reduce PM1 emissions but increase PM1-10 emissions. The formation of species during co-combustion can be intensified by high temperature and turbulent flow fields. The condensable Ca and S vapor from coal combustion and Fe-rich and Ca-rich flocculants in sludge are the main factors influencing the emission characteristics.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Dapeng Wang, Zhenqi Jing, Yaqin Wang, Tianyu Liu, Bohan Zhang, Chang Wen
Summary: A novel magnetic adsorbent CuMnOx/MIL-100(Fe) was synthesized and used for efficient removal of Hg0 from flue gas. The 6%CuMnOx/MIL-100(Fe) calcined at 500 °C exhibited superior Hg0 removal efficiency and capacity at 120 °C. The Hg0 removal mechanism was attributed to the formation of HgO through reaction with chemisorbed oxygen or lattice oxygen on CuMnOx/MIL-100(Fe), following the Langmuir-Hinshelwood and Mars-Maessen mechanism. The results suggest the potential industrial application of this adsorbent.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Fangqi Liu, Dunxi Yu, Jingkun Han, Jianqun Wu, Xin Yu, Xun Gong
Summary: This study investigated the PM evolution in an ultra-low emission CFPP. The results showed that PM generally decreased along with flue gas steam, but PM1 increased at SCR outlet and GGH outlet. The proportion of WSIs in PM increased with the increase of flue gas steam, with SO42-and Ca2+ being the main components. ESP had high removal efficiency for PM1, PM2.5, and PM10, and PM reduced by more than 50% after WFGD and WESP. PM emissions met ultra-low emission requirements, with average emission factors of 8.73, 15.90, and 21.04 g/t_fuel for PM1, PM2.5, and PM10.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Tianyu Liu, Chang Wen, Wenyu Wang, Yaqin Wang, Dapeng Wang, Bohan Zhang, Qian Liu
Summary: The study investigates the co-combustion of coal and pyrolytic biochar under oxy-fuel atmosphere, and finds that co-firing can inhibit the formation of ash deposits during combustion under air atmosphere, but the deposition tendency becomes more severe under oxy-fuel atmosphere.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Cheng Liu, Song Zhou, Dunxi Yu, Barbara Etschmann, Lian Zhang
Summary: This study presents a low-emission process integrating CO2 capture with SiO2-assisted CaCl2 pyro-hydrolysis technology for HCl regeneration. The CaCl2 pyro-hydrolysis process was optimized with water recycling and exhaust heat recovery, significantly reducing water and energy consumption. The integration of a two-stage CO2 capture unit further reduced CO2 emissions to a low level. Economic analysis results showed favorable financial performance for the optimized CaCl2 pyro-hydrolysis scenario.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rui Li, Chang Wen, Kai Yan, Tianyu Liu, Bohan Zhang, Mingtao Xu, Zijian Zhou
Summary: Metal oxides can generate photo-induced oxygen vacancies under ultraviolet irradiation, which can promote hydrogen production through the thermocatalytic decomposition of water. The study confirmed that cerium oxide (CeO2) can generate photo-induced oxygen vacancies after irradiation, which can be used for the water splitting reaction. Different metal ion-doped CeO2 samples were prepared to improve the reactions in the photochemical stage. The results showed that Cu-doped CeO2 had the highest hydrogen yield, which was twice that of pure CeO2. Metal ion doping improved light absorption performance and enhanced the generation of surface oxygen vacancies. The efficiency of hydrogen production was mainly affected by the formation energy of surface oxygen vacancies.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(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.
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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.
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.