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Title:
Combustion engineering issues for solid fuel systems
Publication Information:
Boston, MA :bAcademic Press, 2008
Physical Description:
vii 496 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
ISBN:
9780123736116

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Summary

Summary

Design, construct and utilize fuel systems using this comprehensive reference work. Combustion Engineering Issues for Solid Fuel Systems combines modeling, policy/regulation and fuel properties with cutting edge breakthroughs in solid fuel combustion for electricity generation and industrial applications. This book moves beyond theory to provide readers with real-life experiences and tips for addressing the various technical, operational and regulatory issues that are associated with the use of fuels. With the latest information on CFD modeling and emission control technologies, Combustion Engineering Issues for Solid Fuel Systems is the book practicing engineers as well as managers and policy makers have been waiting for.


Author Notes

Mr. Miller (B.S. and M.S. Chemical Engineering) has more than 30 years' experience in energy research and development, combustion systems, fuels characterization, preparation and handling, hardware development and testing, and emissions characterization and control. He has been PI or co-PI of over $44 M in sponsored research. He is the author of four books published by Elsevier


Table of Contents

Introduction Coal Characteristics
Characteristics of Alternative Fuels
Characteristics and Behavior of Inorganic Constituents
Fuel Blending for Combustion Management
Fuel Preparation
Conventional Firing Systems
Fluidized-Bed Firing Systems
Post-Combustion Emissions Control
Some Computer Applications for Combustion Engineering with Solid Fuels
Gasification
Policy Considerations for Combustion Engineering