Corncob-fueled drying system

Journal Article · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1984 · Trans. ASAE; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.13031/2013.32827· OSTI ID:5687917

Morey, R V; Thimsen, D P; Lang, J P; Hansen, D J

A system to collect, transport, process, dry and burn corncobs to dry shelled corn was evaluated. A mixture of shelled corn and cobs was harvested and transported to the drying facility where a continuous, automated system separated, dried and conveyed cobs to the combustor, a two-stage downdraft device with a 400 to 800 kW heat output. Exhaust products were put directly into the drying air without adversely affecting the corn's appearance or odor. 6 references.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Minnesota, St. Paul
• OSTI ID: 5687917
• Journal Information: Trans. ASAE; (United States), Journal Name: Trans. ASAE; (United States) Vol. 27:2; ISSN TAAEA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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