Fluidized-bed energy technology for biomass conversion

Journal Article · Tue Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1980 · Tech. Bull., Tex. Eng. Exp. Stn.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6474815

LePori, W A; Anthony, R G; Lalk, T R; Craig, J; Groves, J

Fluidized bed technology was experimentally evaluated for the combustion and gasification of cotton gin waste. The isothermal bed temperatures in the reactors could be maintained below the ash fusion point of the waste. Raw stripper harvested cotton gin trash could be metered directly into the fluidized-bed reactors indicating that little feed preparation is required. H and CO were the primary products of gasification, and approximately 3200-400 Btu of gas were produced per lb of cotton gin waste. These techniques offer the potential of providing small-scale energy conversion systems for use on farms.

• Research Organization: Texas A and M Univ, TX USA
• OSTI ID: 6474815
• Journal Information: Tech. Bull., Tex. Eng. Exp. Stn.; (United States), Journal Name: Tech. Bull., Tex. Eng. Exp. Stn.; (United States) Vol. 80-82; ISSN TEEBD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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