The use of biomass syngas in IC engines and CCGT plants: A comparative analysis

This paper studies the use of biomass syngas, obtained from pyrolysis or gasification, in traditional energy-production systems, specifically internal combustion (IC) engines and combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plants. The biomass conversion stage has been simulated by means of a gas–solid thermod...

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Published in:Applied thermal engineering 2009-11, Vol.29 (16), p.3309-3318
Main Authors: Baratieri, M., Baggio, P., Bosio, B., Grigiante, M., Longo, G.A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Biomass
CCGT
Energy
Energy. Thermal use of fuels
Engines and turbines
Equipments for energy generation and conversion: thermal, electrical, mechanical energy, etc
Exact sciences and technology
Gasification
Heat transfer
IC engine
Natural energy
Theoretical studies. Data and constants. Metering
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Summary:This paper studies the use of biomass syngas, obtained from pyrolysis or gasification, in traditional energy-production systems, specifically internal combustion (IC) engines and combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plants. The biomass conversion stage has been simulated by means of a gas–solid thermodynamic model. The IC and CCGT plant configurations were optimised to maximise heat and power production. Several types of biomass feedstock were studied to assess their potential for energy production and their effect on the environment. This system was also compared with the coupling between biomass gasification and fuel cells.
ISSN:1359-4311
1873-5606
DOI:10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2009.05.003