scholarly journals The New Method for Determining the Composition of Wood Gas Produced in Gas Generators of the Inverted Gasification Process

2019 ◽  
Vol 62 (4) ◽  
pp. 341-361
Author(s):  
E. M. Kashin ◽  
V. N. Didenko
Keyword(s):  
Equilibrium Constants ◽  
Balance Method ◽  
New Method ◽  
Reduction Zone ◽  
Gas Generator ◽  
Gasification Process ◽  
Gas Generators ◽  
Gasification Products ◽  
Generator Gas ◽  
Redox Zone

The article presents a new method for determining the composition of wood generator gas produced in gas generators of the inverted gasification process. The shortcomings of the existing calculation methods are analyzed, the main of which is the insufficient harmonization of the calculation results with the experimental data. The authors substantiate the priority of the main chemical reactions occurring during gasification of wood fuel. There are three active zones of gasification, viz.: a redox zone, a reduction zone and a zone of interaction of gasification products with each other and with the carbon of the fuel. In general, a redox zone consists of two subzones: in the first one reactions of water gas formation occur, and the second one appears when excess air is supplied to the gas generator. The proposed method for calculating the components of the generator gas is a set of a modified balance method and an added method for calculating the concentrations of chemical reaction products by the equilibrium constants of these reactions in the active gasification zones with different temperatures. The modified balance method considers the primary processes of wood and moist air transformation into components of the generator gas in the first subzone of the redox zone. The modified balance method is based on the equations of material balance of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, moisture, nitrogen and thermal balance of the system. The added method determines the concentrations of the components of the generator gas in the second subzone of the redox zone, as well as in the reduction zone and the zone of interaction of the gasification products with each other and with the fuel carbon. The combination of these two methods makes it possible to calculate with greater accuracy the output of the generator gas, the concentration of its components, fuel and air consumption, as well as a number of other characteristics of the gas generator.

Chemistry of the Gasification of Carbonaceous Raw Material

2021 ◽  
Vol 1045 ◽  
pp. 67-78
Author(s):  
Pavlo Saik ◽  
Roman Dychkovskyi ◽  
Vasyl Lozynskyi ◽  
Volodymyr Falshtynskyi ◽  
Edgar Caseres Cabana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gas Flow ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Reaction Channel ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Gas Generator ◽  
Equal Concentration ◽  
Gasification Process ◽  
Gasification Rate ◽  
Gasification Products ◽  
Gas Flow Velocity

The paper represents the studies of the process of carbonaceous raw material gasification. The initial material is represented by bituminous coal of grade H with the carbon (C) content of 79.2-85.3 %. Experimental studies have been used to substantiate the parameters of combustible generator gases (СО, Н2, СН4) output depending on the temperature of a reduction zone of the reaction channel and gas flow velocity along its length. It has been identified that the volume of the raw material input to be used for gasification process changes in direct proportion depending on the amount of burnt-out carbon and blow velocity. The gasification is intensified in terms of equal concentration of oxygen and carbon in the reaction channel of an underground gas generator. The gasification rate is stipulated by the intensity of chemical reactions, which depend immediately on the modes of blow mixture supply. Moreover, they depend directly on the intensity of oxygen supply to the coal mass and removal of the gasification products.

IMPROVING THE EFFICIENCY OF HOT GAS GENERATORS FOR HEATING AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (143) ◽  
pp. 46-53
Author(s):  
Andrey V. Negovora ◽  
◽  
Makhmut M. Razyapov ◽  
Arseniy A. Kozeyev
Keyword(s):  
Heat Pipe ◽  
Thermal Energy ◽  
Thermal Power ◽  
Research Purpose ◽  
Gas Generator ◽  
Thermoelectric Converter ◽  
Remote Monitoring System ◽  
Hot Gas ◽  
Safety Research ◽  
Gas Generators

Hot gas generators are used as a source of thermal energy for pre-start preparation of motor vehicles in cold climatic conditions. Their wide application is due to the high thermal power and safety. (Research purpose) The research purpose is in determining the possibilities of using thermoelectric modules to reduce the energy consumption of the battery by hot gas generators. (Materials and methods) Authors used research methods based on the application of standard techniques, while the object of research was the power supply system of a thermal energy source. (Results and discussion) Authors conducted research on ways and methods to reduce the electric consumption of a hot gas generator by recuperating thermal energy into electrical energy using thermoelectric generator modules. The thermoelectric converters installed on the heat pipe of the hot gas generator, due to the high temperature difference, will allow to obtain a high value of the electromotive force. Modeling of the nozzle in the software package of the Ansys three-dimensional modeling system showed that part of the heat energy goes through the surface of the heat pipe. The article proposes the use of a nozzle with a thermoelectric converter installed on the outer surface of the cylinder instead of a heat pipe. The article presents the mathematical model of an improved hot gas generator nozzle. (Conclusions) The use of a thermoelectric converter for the utilization of thermal energy and the replacement of energy losses of the battery, which feeds the hot gas generator, will reduce the internal power losses of the battery and increase the technical readiness of automotive equipment. The introduction of a comprehensive heat treatment system, which is intelligently and functionally linked to a remote monitoring system, will significantly increase the service life of the units most exposed to temperature influences.

scholarly journals Conversion of Biomass of Bagasse to Syngas Through Downdraft Gasification

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maryudi Maryudi ◽  
Agus Aktawan ◽  
Siti Salamah
Keyword(s):  
Energy Source ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Alternative Energy ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Reserves ◽  
Gasification Process ◽  
Gas Fuel ◽  
Gasification Products ◽  
Gasification Technology

National energy demand has been fulfilled by non-renewable energy sources, such as natural gas, petroleum, coal and so on. However, non-renewable energy reserves deplete increasingly which can cause an energy crisis. Conversion of biomass into energy becomes one of the solutions to overcome it. Indonesia has an enormous biomass potential especially from sugarcane plantation. Sugarcane plantations produce waste of bagasse abundantly. Commonly bagasse is utilized as energy source by conventional combustion.  This research studies the utilization of bagasse as energy source by gasification technology to produce gas fuel. The gasification model used in this research is downdraft gasifier equipped with cyclone to separate gas with solid or liquid gasification products. The result has shown  that gasification of bagasse has produced flammable syngas. The increase of bagasse weight increases the amount of syngas of gasification process. Carbon monoxide is the greatest content of syngas, while a few amount of H2, CH4 are also detected. Bagasse through gasification process is very potential source of alternative energy, since it is derived from waste and a cheap material.

scholarly journals Biomass to Syngas: Modified Stoichiometric Thermodynamic Models for Downdraft Biomass Gasification

Energies ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (20) ◽  
pp. 5383
Author(s):  
Hafiz Muhammad Uzair Ayub ◽  
Sang Jin Park ◽  
Michael Binns
Keyword(s):  
Fossil Fuels ◽  
Equilibrium Constants ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Model Parameters ◽  
Correction Factors ◽  
Thermodynamic Models ◽  
Renewable Biomass ◽  
Systems Model ◽  
Gasification Process ◽  
Different Types

To help meet the global demand for energy and reduce the use of fossil fuels, alternatives such as the production of syngas from renewable biomass can be considered. This conversion of biomass to syngas is possible through a thermochemical gasification process. To design such gasification systems, model equations can be formulated and solved to predict the quantity and quality of the syngas produced with different operating conditions (temperature, the flow rate of an oxidizing agent, etc.) and with different types of biomass (wood, grass, seeds, food waste, etc.). For the comparison of multiple different types of biomass and optimization to find optimal conditions, simpler models are preferred which can be solved very quickly using modern desktop computers. In this study, a number of different stoichiometric thermodynamic models are compared to determine which are the most appropriate. To correct some of the errors associated with thermodynamic models, correction factors are utilized to modify the equilibrium constants of the methanation and water gas shift reactions, which allows them to better predict the real output composition of the gasification reactors. A number of different models can be obtained using different correction factors, model parameters, and assumptions, and these models are compared and validated against experimental data and modelling studies from the literature.

Characteristics of "Three Zones" during Underground Coal Gasification

2012 ◽  
Vol 524-527 ◽  
pp. 56-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hong Tao Liu ◽  
Hong Yao ◽  
Kai Yao ◽  
Feng Chen ◽  
Guang Qian Luo
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Coal Gasification ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Gas Composition ◽  
Underground Coal Gasification ◽  
Reduction Zone ◽  
Gasification Process ◽  
Product Gas ◽  
Dry Distillation ◽  
Major Chemical

According to the temperature, major chemical reactions and gas compositions, the gasification process along the tunnel of underground coal gasification is divided into three zones, i.e. oxidation zone, reduction zone and dry distillation zone. A model test in the laboratory was carried out by using large-scale coal blocks to simulate the coal seam. The characteristics of the “three zones”, and the relation between the temperature and gas composition were also quantitative studied. It provided the necessary basic knowledge for further studying the process of underground coal gasification, including predicting compositions of product gas, life-cycle analyzing, selecting optimistic control parameters and determining suitable gasification craft.

scholarly journals PENENTUAN DISTRIBUSI UKURAN PARTIKEL TEPUNG TERIGU DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE PENGAPUNGAN BATANG (BUOYANCY WEIGHING-BAR METHOD)

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 30-34
Author(s):  
Rondang Tambun ◽  
Nofriko Pratama ◽  
Ely ◽  
Farida Hanum
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Particle Size Distribution ◽  
Size Distribution ◽  
Wheat Flour ◽  
Laser Diffraction ◽  
Coulter Counter ◽  
Balance Method ◽  
Density Change ◽  
New Method ◽  
Diffraction Scattering

Particle size measurement of wheat flour is important in wheat flour industry. There are several methods have been used to measure particle size distribution (PSD) of wheat flour, such as Andreasen pipette method, sedimentation balance method, centrifugal sedimentation method. The disadvantages of these methods are that they are time consuming and require special skills. On the other hand, PSD can be analyzed using a different principle through laser diffraction/scattering methods, and coulter counter method. The laser diffraction/scattering and coulter counter methods produce highly accurate results within a shorter time, but the equipment is extremely expensive. Therefore, a simple and cost-effective new method to determine PSD is in high demand. In this study, we aim to develop a new method to measure the particle size distribution of wheat flour using a buoyancy weighing–bar method. In this method, the density change in a suspension due to particle migration (wheat flour) is measured by weighing buoyancy against a weighing–bar hung in the suspension (etanol/metanol), and the PSD is calculated using the length of the bar and the time–course change in the mass of the bar. This apparatus consists of an analytical balance with a hook for underfloor weighing, and a weighing–bar, which is used to detect the density change in suspension. The result obtained show that the PSD of wheat flour measured by the buoyancy weighing-bar method is comparable to that determined by settling balance method.

scholarly journals Valorization of non-balanced coal reserves in Serbia for underground coal gasification

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (6 Part B) ◽  
pp. 4067-4081
Author(s):  
David Petrovic ◽  
Lazar Kricak ◽  
Milanka Negovanovic ◽  
Stefan Milanovic ◽  
Jovan Markovic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Coal Combustion ◽  
Fossil Fuels ◽  
Coal Gasification ◽  
Solar Photovoltaic ◽  
Underground Coal Gasification ◽  
Gas Combustion ◽  
Available Energy ◽  
Gasification Process ◽  
Gas Generators ◽  
Coal Reserves

In the name of a better and safer energy future, it is our responsibility to focus our knowledge and activities to save on imported liquid and gas fossil fuels, as well as coal on which energy security of Serbia is based. The rationalization in the use of available energy resources certainly positively affects economy and the environment of a country. This paper indicates motivations for the application of the underground coal gasification process, as well as surface gasification for Serbia. The goal is to burn less coal, while simultaneously utilizing more gas from the onsite underground coal gasification, or by gasification in various types of gas generators mounted on the surface. In both cases, from the obtained gas, CO2, NOx, and other harmful gases are extracted in scrubbers. This means that further gas combustion byproducts do not pollute the atmosphere in comparison with traditional coal combustion. In addition, complete underground coal gasification power requirements could be offset by the onsite solar photovoltaic power plant, which furthermore enhances environmental concerns of the overall coal utilization.

Condition Monitoring at Bulls Bridge Power Station

1983 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. N. Addrison ◽  
M. L. G. Hill
Keyword(s):  
Gas Turbine ◽  
Condition Monitoring ◽  
Gas Generator ◽  
Power Station ◽  
Power Turbine ◽  
Gas Generators

The Station chosen for the trial was Bulls Bridge Gas Turbine Station, sited near London Airport. (See Fig 1-1). Bulls Bridge contains 4, 70 MW sets; each 70 MW unit being powered by 4 Industrial Olympus gas generators, two at either end of a central alternator, (See Fig 1-2). At each end of the alternator, power is supplied via a clutch, to a shaft on which is mounted two power turbines, each driven by a single Olympus gas generator. Thus gas paths are separate between intake and final exhaust, and therefore each gas generator/power turbine assembly can be analysed without being unduly affected by associated plant.

scholarly journals Studies of catalytic coal gasification with steam

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 97-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stanisław Porada ◽  
Andrzej Rozwadowski ◽  
Katarzyna Zubek
Keyword(s):  
Coal Gasification ◽  
High Reactivity ◽  
Conversion Degree ◽  
Clean Coal ◽  
Catalytic Gasification ◽  
Gasification Process ◽  
Catalytically Active ◽  
Gasification Products ◽  
Isothermal Measurements

Abstract One of the promising processes, belonging to the so-called clean coal technologies, is catalytic coal gasification. The addition of a catalyst results in an increased process rate, in which synthesis gas is obtained. Therefore, the subject of this research was catalytic gasification of low-ranking coal which, due to a high reactivity, meets the requirements for fuels used in the gasification process. Potassium and calcium cations in an amount of 0.85, 1.7 and 3.4% by weight were used as catalytically active substances. Isothermal measurements were performed at 900°C under a pressure of 2 MPa using steam as a gasifying agent. On the basis of kinetic curves, the performance of main gasification products as well as carbon conversion degree were determined. The performed measurements allowed the determination of the type and amount of catalyst that ensure the most efficient gasification process of the coal ‘Piast’ in an atmosphere of steam.

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