Event Title
Torrefaction of Pine, Willow, and Arundo to Improve Fuel Characteristics
Co-investigators
Ethan Wyble
Faculty Mentor
Prashanth R. Buchirreddy; John L. Guillory
Location
Memorial Gym
Start Date
20-4-2012 2:30 PM
End Date
20-4-2012 3:30 PM
Description
Torrefaction is an important step in using biomass as a fuel source. The advantages of torrefaction are in the product. The product is a torrefied biomass that has a higher mass energy density, possesses a hydrophobic nature, and is more uniform in comparison with unprocessed biomass. Also, the grindability characteristics of torrefied biomass greatly improve and are comparable with coal and coke. Tests are being conducted on lab scale to evaluate the effect of torrefaction on biomass properties. The effect of torrefaction on heating value, grindability, and hydrophobicity of pine feedstock has been determined and will be presented.
Torrefaction of Pine, Willow, and Arundo to Improve Fuel Characteristics
Memorial Gym
Torrefaction is an important step in using biomass as a fuel source. The advantages of torrefaction are in the product. The product is a torrefied biomass that has a higher mass energy density, possesses a hydrophobic nature, and is more uniform in comparison with unprocessed biomass. Also, the grindability characteristics of torrefied biomass greatly improve and are comparable with coal and coke. Tests are being conducted on lab scale to evaluate the effect of torrefaction on biomass properties. The effect of torrefaction on heating value, grindability, and hydrophobicity of pine feedstock has been determined and will be presented.
Comments
Poster presentation