Biomass gasification, pyrolysis and torrefaction : practical design and theory

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Biomass gasification, pyrolysis and torrefaction : practical design and theory

Prabir Basu

Academic Press, c2013

2nd ed

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Includes bibliographical references (p.495-514) and index

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Description

Biomass is the most widely used non-fossil fuel in the world. Biomass resources show a considerable potential in the long-term given the increasing proliferation of dedicated energy crops for biofuels. The second edition of Biomass Gasification and Pyrolysis is enhanced with new topics, such as torrefaction and cofiring, making it a versatile resource that not only explains the basic principles of energy conversion systems, but also provides valuable insight into the design of biomass conversion systems. This book will allow professionals, such as engineers, scientists, and operating personnel of biomass gasification, pyrolysis or torrefaction plants, to gain a better comprehension of the basics of biomass conversion. The author provides many worked out design problems, step-by-step design procedures and real data on commercially operating systems. With a dedicated focus on the design, analysis, and operational aspects of biomass gasification, pyrolysis, and torrefaction, Biomass Gasification, Pyrolysis and Torrefaction, Second Edition offers comprehensive coverage of biomass in its gas, liquid, and solid states in a single easy-to-access source.

Table of Contents

Preface 1. Introduction 2. Economic Issues of Biomass Energy Conversion 3. Biomass Characteristics 4. Torrefaction 5. Pyrolysis 6. Tar Production and Destruction 7. Gasification Theory 8. Design of Biomass Gasifiers 9. Hydrothermal Gasification of Biomass 10. Biomass co-firing and Torrefaction 11. Production of Synthetic Fuels and Chemicals from Biomass 12. Biomass Handling 13. Analytical Techniques Appendix A: Definition of Biomass Appendix B: Physical Constants and Unit Conversions Appendix C: Selected Design Data Tables

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  • NCID
    BB14193399
  • ISBN
    • 9780123964885
  • Country Code
    ne
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Amsterdam
  • Pages/Volumes
    xix, 530 p.
  • Size
    24 cm
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