Thin-layer Steam Distillation of Fermented Grains: Effects of Steam Flow Rate and Temperature

2012 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jingju Chen ◽  
Zhanyong Li ◽  
Qing Xu ◽  
Jitian Song ◽  
Jingsheng Ye
Keyword(s):  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Steam Distillation ◽  
Removal Rate ◽  
Steam Flow ◽  
Process Unit ◽  
Steam Flow Rate ◽  
Unit Energy ◽  
Unit Energy Consumption ◽  
Fermented Grains

Abstract Bioethanol was obtained by distillation of solid-state fermented biomass. In this process, the objective material is ethanol and it is not necessary to consider other contents, like aromatic compounds, as essential in Chinese traditional alcohol distillation. In this paper, the characteristics of steam distillation of fermented grains were investigated and interpreted by means of steam drying. Two criteria were defined to evaluate the process unit energy consumption. The results indicated that the ethanol removal rate is improved with an increase of steam flow rate and the unit energy consumption is higher. But with an increase of inlet steam temperature, the constant distillation rate keeps invariant, and the unit energy consumption is lower.

A Novel Hybrid Method Based on Three-Stage Extraction and DEA-CCR Models for Selecting the Optimal Conditions for Citronella Oil Extraction

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thaithat Sudsuansee ◽  
Narong Wichapa ◽  
Amin Lawong ◽  
Nuanchai Khotsaeng
Keyword(s):  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Energy Cost ◽  
Oil Extraction ◽  
Steam Flow ◽  
Oil Yield ◽  
Steam Flow Rate ◽  
Citronella Oil ◽  
Extraction Model ◽  
Ccr Model

In citronella oil extraction process by steam distillation, inefficient use of steam is the main cause of excessive energy consumption that affects energy cost and oil yield. This research is aimed to reduce the energy cost and increase the oil yield by studying the steam used in the process. The proposed method is the three-stage extraction model combined with the Data Envelopment Analysis developed by Charnes, Cooper and Rhodes (DEA-CCR model). Although the three-stage extraction model has been widely used, there is no research integrate this model with DEA-CCR model. It is well known that DEA-CCR model is an effective tool to evaluate efficiency of decision making units/alternatives. The advantages of this research were presented as the calculation of the optimum distillation conditions, including the steam flow rate and the distillation time, were achieved as discussed in this article. The study was comprised of 3 parts. Firstly, the three-stage extraction model for citronella oil was formulated. Secondly, the results of the proposed model were calculated under different conditions, classified by steam flow rates from 5,000 to 60,000 cm3/min for the distillation period of 15–180 min. Finally, the DEA-CCR model was utilized to evaluate and rank alternatives. The results expressed that the best condition for producing citronella oil was at the steam flow rate of 40,000 cm3/min and the distillation time of 60 min. The optimal energy cost and percentage of oil yield were equal to 0.440 kWh/mL and 0.7%, respectively. When comparing to the experimental results, the percentage error of optimal energy cost and oil yield were slightly different, with a value of 0.98% and 0.85%, respectively. Moreover, the energy consumption was also reduced by 34.6% compared to the traditional operating conditions.

Steam distillation extraction of ginger essential oil: Study of the effect of steam flow rate and time process

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Arifuddin Fitriady ◽  
Anny Sulaswatty ◽  
Egi Agustian ◽  
Salahuddin ◽  
Deska Prayoga Fauzi Aditama
Keyword(s):  
Essential Oil ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Steam Distillation ◽  
Steam Flow ◽  
Time Process ◽  
Steam Flow Rate ◽  
Steam Distillation Extraction

scholarly journals Analysis of the Total Unit Energy Consumption of a Car with a Hybrid Drive System in Real Operating Conditions

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (13) ◽  
pp. 3966
Author(s):  
Jarosław Mamala ◽  
Michał Śmieja ◽  
Krzysztof Prażnowski
Keyword(s):  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Internal Combustion Engine ◽  
Electric Drive ◽  
Combustion Engine ◽  
Internal Combustion ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Hybrid Drive ◽  
Total Unit ◽  
Unit Energy ◽  
Unit Energy Consumption

The market demand for vehicles with reduced energy consumption, as well as increasingly stringent standards limiting CO2 emissions, are the focus of a large number of research works undertaken in the analysis of the energy consumption of cars in real operating conditions. Taking into account the growing share of hybrid drive units on the automotive market, the aim of the article is to analyse the total unit energy consumption of a car operating in real road conditions, equipped with an advanced hybrid drive system of the PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicles) type. In this paper, special attention has been paid to the total unit energy consumption of a car resulting from the cooperation of the two independent power units, internal combustion and electric. The results obtained for the individual drive units were presented in the form of a new unit index of the car, which allows us to compare the consumption of energy obtained from fuel with the use of electricity supported from the car’s batteries, during journeys in real road conditions. The presented research results indicate a several-fold increase in the total unit energy consumption of a car powered by an internal combustion engine compared to an electric car. The values of the total unit energy consumption of the car in real road conditions for the internal combustion drive are within the range 1.25–2.95 (J/(kg · m)) in relation to the electric drive 0.27–1.1 (J/(kg · m)) in terms of instantaneous values. In terms of average values, the appropriate values for only the combustion engine are 1.54 (J/(kg · m)) and for the electric drive only are 0.45 (J/(kg · m)) which results in the internal combustion engine values being 3.4 times higher than the electric values. It is the combustion of fuel that causes the greatest increase in energy supplied from the drive unit to the car’s propulsion system in the TTW (tank to wheels) system. At the same time this component is responsible for energy losses and CO2 emissions to the environment. The results were analysed to identify the differences between the actual life cycle energy consumption of the hybrid powertrain and the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light-Duty Test Procedure) homologation cycle.

Effect of the Short Fiber on the NR Composite and the NR-SBR Composite

2012 ◽  
Vol 581-582 ◽  
pp. 552-555
Author(s):  
Cai Jun Liu
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Short Fiber ◽  
Maximum Power ◽  
Mechanical Process ◽  
Contrast Method ◽  
Unit Energy ◽  
Unit Energy Consumption

The influence of the pretreatment polyester short fiber on the mechanical process and the properties of the NR/ SBR compound was studied by using contrast method. The results showed that the maximum power and the unit energy consumption increased because of short fiber, and the temperature also enhanced. So the low rotate speed is better. When the composite were cured, it had much characteristic such as rapid vulcanization speed, short scorch time and vulcanization smooth period. But the mechanical properties were increased. In the end, the microscopic photo of composite with the scanning electronic micrograph was taken.

Effect of Adding Pump-Around Circuits and Reducing Stripping Steam Flow Rate on the Improving Energy Efficiency and Increasing Processing Capacity of the Atmospheric Column

2012 ◽  
Vol 550-553 ◽  
pp. 939-942
Author(s):  
Zhen Wang ◽  
Wei Wei Li ◽  
Hui Peng Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Steam Flow ◽  
Processing Capacity ◽  
Atmospheric Column ◽  
Steam Flow Rate ◽  
Refinery Plant ◽  
Stripping Steam

This paper discusses the effect of adding pump-around circuits and reducing stripping steam flow rate on the improving energy efficiency and increasing processing capacity of the atmospheric column in a refinery plant by using commercial simulator. It is shown that both the capacity and energy efficiency of the atmospheric column can be increased by adding pump-around circuits and reducing stripping steam flow rate. The modifications discussed in this paper will affect the separation of the atmospheric column in some way. However, the product qualities can still meet the specifications, if the changes of the parameters are not significant. Therefore, the above issues should be considered in the modifications overall.

Evaluation of Transmitted Ultrasonic Signal for Measuring Steam Flow Rate Using Clamp-on Ultrasonic Flowmeter

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (0) ◽  
pp. OS11-02
Author(s):  
Shuhei ICHIMURA ◽  
Hideki MURAKAWA ◽  
Katsumi SUGIMOTO ◽  
Shuichi UMEZAWA ◽  
Katsuhiko SUGITA
Keyword(s):  
Flow Rate ◽  
Ultrasonic Signal ◽  
Ultrasonic Flowmeter ◽  
Steam Flow ◽  
Steam Flow Rate

Researches on a New Type of Rotating Thermic Motor

2012 ◽  
Vol 463-464 ◽  
pp. 1678-1681
Author(s):  
Nicolae Băran ◽  
Despina Duminică ◽  
Daniel Besnea
Keyword(s):  
Flow Rate ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Steam Flow ◽  
Mechanical Power ◽  
Cogeneration Plant ◽  
Constructive Solution ◽  
Functional Parameters ◽  
Steam Flow Rate ◽  
New Type ◽  
Research Contract

The paper presents the constructive solution and the functioning principle of a new type of rotating motor that integrates an energy cogeneration plant. Mechanical power developed by the motor and the steam flow rate needed for the driving of the rotating motor are computed. Finally, there are determined the constructive and functional parameters of this type of motor, that represents the purpose of a scientific research contract in 2011.

Preparation of Eupatorium Adenophorum Based Porous Carbon with Microwave Heating using Response Surface Methodology

2014 ◽  
Vol 33 (5) ◽  
pp. 427-437
Author(s):  
Zhao-qiang Zheng ◽  
Hong-ying Xia ◽  
C. Srinivasakannan ◽  
Jin-hui Peng ◽  
Li-bo Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Activated Carbon ◽  
Microwave Heating ◽  
Process Parameters ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Porous Carbon ◽  
Steam Flow ◽  
Process Conditions ◽  
Eupatorium Adenophorum ◽  
Activation Temperature ◽  
Steam Flow Rate

AbstractEupatorium adenophorum was utilized as raw materials for the preparation of activated carbon via microwave assisted steam activation. Influences of the three vital process parameters – activation temperature, activation duration and steam flow rate – have been assessed on the adsorption capacity and yield of Eupatorium adenophorum activated carbon (EAAC). The process parameters were optimized utilizing the Design Expert software and were identified to be an activation duration of 45 min, an activation temperature of 950 °C and a steam flow rate of 0.7 ml/min, with the resultant iodine number and yield being 1,010 mg/g and 20.13% respectively. The validity of process model to optimize the process parameters was verified using the analysis of variance (ANOVA). The key parameters that characterize quality of the porous carbon such as the BET surface area, total pore volume and average pore diameter were estimated to be 1,142 m2/g, 0.84 ml/g and 3.3 nm respectively, for the sample corresponding to the optimized process conditions. Additionally the pore structure is characterized using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). The present work strongly supports utilization of Eupatorium adenophorum as a potential precursor through microwave heating.

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