Model of fast pyrolysis of a small volume-fraction of biomass within an gas of transient temperature and pressure

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Abstract

A simple model and results for the decomposition of pulverized cellulosic biomass within a non-oxidizing gas of transient temperature and pressure is presented. This model is used to predict the performance of a novel thermo-chemical biomass conversion scheme termed the reciprocating biomass conversion reactor (RBCR). Calculations indicate that complete thermo-chemical conversion can be completed within the compression and expansion strokes of a repurposed 4-stroke motor. Approximately 70% (by weight) of the bio-products are in the form of bio-oil. The performance of the RBCR is predicted to be favorable when compared to the state of the art, which is considered to be the fluidizied bed reactor (FBR). The biomass feedrate is increased by ≈ 100%, and the energy required for conversion to bio-oil is reduced by ≈ 50%.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication53rd AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting
DOIs
StatePublished - 2015
Event53rd AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, 2015 - Kissimmee, United States
Duration: 5 Jan 20159 Jan 2015

Publication series

Name53rd AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting

Conference

Conference53rd AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, 2015
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityKissimmee
Period5/01/159/01/15

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