To deepen understanding of the evolution of coal char microstructural properties of coal char during the co-pyrolysis of coking coal with additives,this study incorporated two typical additives,coal tar pitch(CTP)and ...To deepen understanding of the evolution of coal char microstructural properties of coal char during the co-pyrolysis of coking coal with additives,this study incorporated two typical additives,coal tar pitch(CTP)and waste plastic(HDPE),into a blended coal sample and carried out pyrolysis experiments.The pyrolysis process and the microstructure of char were systematically characterized using various analytical techniques,including thermogravimetric analysis(TGA),X-ray diffraction(XRD)and Raman spectroscopy.Data correlation analysis was performed to reveal the mechanism of carbon structural ordering evolution within the critical temperature range(350−600℃)from colloidal layer formation to semi-coke conversion in coking coal,and to elucidate the regulatory effects of different additives on coal pyrolysis pathways.The results indicate that HDPE releases free radicals during high-temperature pyrolysis,accelerating the pyrolysis reaction and increase the yield of volatile components.Conversely,CTP facilitates pyrolysis at low temperatures through its light components,thereby delaying high-temperature reactions due to the colloidal layer’s effect.XRD results indicate that during the process of pyrolysis,there is a progressive decrease in the interlayer spacing of aromatic layers(d002),while the aromatic ring stacking height(L_(c))and lateral size(L_(a))undergo significant of carbon skeleton ordering.Further comparative reveals that CTP partially suppresses structural ordering at low temperatures,whereas HDPE promotes the condensation and alignment of aromatic clusters via a free radical mechanism.Raman spectroscopy reveals a two-stage reorganization mechanism in the microstructure of the coal char:the decrease in the I_(D)/I_(G)ratio between 350 and 550℃is primarily attributed to the cleavage of aliphatic side chains and cross-linking bonds,leading to a reduction in defective structures;whereas the increase in ID/IG between 550 and 600℃is closely associated with enhanced condensation reactions of aromatic structures.Correlation analysis further demonstrates progressive graphitization during pyrolysis,with a significant positive correlation(R^(2)>0.85)observed between d002 and the full width at half maximum of the G-band(FWHM-G).展开更多
Enhancing soil organic matter characteristics,ameliorating physical structure,mitigating heavy metal toxicity,and hastening mineral weathering processes are crucial approaches to accomplish the transition of tailings ...Enhancing soil organic matter characteristics,ameliorating physical structure,mitigating heavy metal toxicity,and hastening mineral weathering processes are crucial approaches to accomplish the transition of tailings substrate to a soil-like substrate.The incorporation of biomass co-pyrolysis and plant colonization has been established to be a significant factor in soil substrate formation and soil pollutant remediation.Despite this,there is presently an absence of research efforts aimed at synergistically utilizing these two technologies to expedite the process of mining tailings soil substrate formation.The current study aimed to investigate the underlying mechanism of geochemical changes and rapid mineral weathering during the process of transforming tailings substrate into a soil-like substrate,under the combined effects of biomass co-smoldering pyrolysis and plant colonization.The findings of this study suggest that the incorporation of smoldering pyrolysis and plant colonization induces a high-temperature effect and biological effects,which enhance the physical and chemical properties of tailings,while simultaneously accelerating the rate of mineral weathering.Notable improvements include the amelioration of extreme pH levels,nutrient enrichment,the formation of aggregates,and an increase in enzyme activity,all of which collectively demonstrate the successful attainment of tailings substrate reconstruction.Evidence of the acceleratedweathering was verified by phase and surfacemorphology analysis using X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy.Discovered corrosion and fragmentation on the surface ofminerals.The weathering resulted in corrosion and fragmentation of the surface of the treated mineral.This study confirms that co-smoldering pyrolysis of biomass,combined with plant colonization,can effectively promote the transformation of tailings into soil-like substrates.This method has can effectively address the key challenges that have previously hindered sustainable development of the mining industry and provides a novel approach for ecological restoration of tailings deposits.展开更多
An experimental study on co-pyrolysis of bituminous coal and biomass was performed in a pressured fluidized bed reactor.The blend ratio of biomass in the mixture was varied between 0 and 100 wt%,and the temperature wa...An experimental study on co-pyrolysis of bituminous coal and biomass was performed in a pressured fluidized bed reactor.The blend ratio of biomass in the mixture was varied between 0 and 100 wt%,and the temperature was over a range of 550–650℃ under 1.0 MPa pressure with different atmospheres.On the basis of the individual pyrolysis behavior of bituminous coal and biomass,the influences of the biomass blending ratio,temperature,pressure and atmosphere on the product distribution were investigated.The results indicated that there existed a synergetic effect in the co-pyrolysis of bituminous coal and biomass in this pressured fluidized bed reactor,especially when the condition of bituminous coal and biomass blend ratio of 70:30(w/w),600℃,and 0.3 MPa was applied.The addition of biomass influenced the tar and char yields and gas and tar composition during co-pyrolysis.The tar yields were higher than the calculated values from individual pyrolysis of each fuel,and consequently the char yields were lower.The experimental results showed that the composition of the gaseous products was not in accordance with those of their individual fuel.The improvement of composition in tar also indicated synergistic effect in the co-pyrolysis.展开更多
To increase the low yield and selectivity of aromatic hydrocarbons during the biomass pyrolysis process,we torrefied the biomass and then co-pyrolyzing with plastics such as high-density polyethylene(HDPE),polystyrene...To increase the low yield and selectivity of aromatic hydrocarbons during the biomass pyrolysis process,we torrefied the biomass and then co-pyrolyzing with plastics such as high-density polyethylene(HDPE),polystyrene(PS),ethylene-vinyl acetate(EVA)and polypropylene(PP)and also single and dual catalyst layouts were investigated by Py-GC/MS.The results showed that non-catalytic fast pyrolysis(CFP)of raw bagasse(RBG)generated no aromatics.After torrefaction non-CFP of torrefied bagasse(TBG)generated low aromatic yield.Indicating that torrefaction would enhance the proportion of aromatics during the pyrolysis process.The CFP of TBG_(200℃)and TBG_(240℃)over ZSM-5 produced the total aromatic yield of 1.96 and 1.88 times higher,respectively,compared to non-CFP of TBG.Furthermore,the addition of plastic could increase H/Ceff ratio of the mixture,consequently,increase the yield of aromatic compounds.Among the various torrefied-bagasse/plastic mixtures,the CFP of TBG/EVA(7:3 ratio)mixture generated the highest the total aromatic yield of 7.7 times more than the CFP of TBG alone.The dual catalyst layout could enhance the yield of aromatics hydrocarbons.The dual-catalytic co-pyrolysis of TBG_(200℃)/plastic(1:1)ratio over USY(ultra-stable Y zeolite)/ZSM-5,improved the total aromatics yield by 4.33 times more than the catalytic pyrolysis of TBG_(200℃)alone over ZSM-5 catalyst.The above results showed that the yield and selectivities of light aromatic hydrocarbons can be improved via catalytic co-pyrolysis and dual catalytic co-pyrolysis of torrefied-biomass with plastics.展开更多
Waste plastics mainly come from MSW and usually exist in the form of mixed plastics. During the co-pyrolysis process of mixed plastics, various plastic components have different physicochemical properties and reaction...Waste plastics mainly come from MSW and usually exist in the form of mixed plastics. During the co-pyrolysis process of mixed plastics, various plastic components have different physicochemical properties and reaction mechanisms. Considering the high viscosity and low thermal conductivity of molten plastics, a falling film pyrolysis reactor was selected to explore the rapid co-pyrolysis process of typical plastic components(PP, PE and PS).The oil and gas yields and the compositions of pyrolysis products of the three components under different ratios at pyrolysis temperatures were analyzed to explore the co-pyrolysis characteristics of PP, PE, and PS. The study is of great significance to the recycling of waste plastics.展开更多
To reasonably utilize the coal direct liquefaction residue(DLR), contrasting research on the co-pyrolysis between different low-rank coals and DLR was investigated using a TGA coupled with an FT-IR spectrophotometer a...To reasonably utilize the coal direct liquefaction residue(DLR), contrasting research on the co-pyrolysis between different low-rank coals and DLR was investigated using a TGA coupled with an FT-IR spectrophotometer and a fixed-bed reactor. GC–MS, FTIR, and XRD were used to explore the reaction mechanisms of the various co-pyrolysis processes. Based on the TGA results, it was confirmed that the tetrahydrofuran insoluble fraction of DLR helped to catalyze the conversion reaction of lignite. Also, the addition of DLR improved the yield of tar in the fixed-bed, with altering the composition of the tar. Moreover, a kinetic analysis during the co-pyrolysis was conducted using a distributed activation energy model. The co-pyrolysis reactions showed an approximate double-Gaussian distribution.展开更多
Thermal decomposition of 21 kinds of binary mixtures between typical medical compositions was investigated under nitrogen conditions by dynamic thermogravimetric analysis(TGA) at 25–800 °C. The weighed sum metho...Thermal decomposition of 21 kinds of binary mixtures between typical medical compositions was investigated under nitrogen conditions by dynamic thermogravimetric analysis(TGA) at 25–800 °C. The weighed sum method(WSM) coupled with thermal analysis was applied to study the interaction between components. Then, co-pyrolysis kinetic model of the binary mixtures(tube for transfusion(TFT) and gauze) was established to verify the reliability of conclusions. The results show the follows. 1) Strong or weak interactions are shown between binary mixtures containing polyvinyl chloride(PVC), the main ingredient of TFT. The addition of other medical waste could enhance first stage decomposition of TFT. While, the secondary stage pyrolysis may be suppressed or enhanced or not affected by the addition. 2) There exists no interaction between catheter and other component, the DTG peak temperature representing Ca CO3 decomposition in catheter fraction is obviously lower than that of pure catheter; while,the shape of DTG peak keeps unchanged. 3) No evident reaction occurs between the other mix-samples, it is considered that their co-pyrolysis characteristics are linear superposition of mono-component pyrolysis characteristics.展开更多
The study firstly discusses the pyrolysis characteristics and kinetics by thermogravimetric analysis （TGA）, and then investigates the pyrolysis of lignite and co-pyrolysis with plastic （polyethylene or polypropyl- ...The study firstly discusses the pyrolysis characteristics and kinetics by thermogravimetric analysis （TGA）, and then investigates the pyrolysis of lignite and co-pyrolysis with plastic （polyethylene or polypropyl- ene） in tube furnace. Meanwhile, the research focuses on the co-pyrolysis products under different mix- ing ratios as well as pyrolysis products at different testing temperatures and heating rates. The results show that higher final testing temperature and lower heating rate contribute to bond fission in lignite pyrolysis, resulting in less char product. In co-pyrolysis, lignite acts as hydrogen donor, and the yields of char and water rise with increasing amount of plastic in the mixture, while the yields of gas and tar decrease; and a little admixture of plastic will promote the production of gas and tar. Kinetic studies indi- cate that in temperature range of 530-600℃, activation energies of lignite are higher than those of lig- nite/plastic blends, and as plastic mass ratio increases from 0% to 10%, samples need less energy to be decomposed during co-pyrolysis.展开更多
The co-pyrolysis of coal and biomass has proven to be a promising route to produce liquid and gaseous fuels as well as specific value-added chemicals while contributing to mitigating CO_(2) emissions.The interactions ...The co-pyrolysis of coal and biomass has proven to be a promising route to produce liquid and gaseous fuels as well as specific value-added chemicals while contributing to mitigating CO_(2) emissions.The interactions between the co-processed feedstocks,however,need to be elucidated to support the development of such a thermochemical conversion process.In this context,the present work covers the kinetic analysis of the co-pyrolysis of a bituminous coal with poplar wood.In this research,biomass was blended with coal at two different mass ratios(10%(mass)and 20%(mass)).Thermogravimetric analyses were carried out with pure and blended samples at four heating rates(5,10,15 and 30℃·min^(-1)).A direct comparison of experimental and theoretical results(based on a simple additivity rule)failed to yield a clear-cut conclusion regarding the existence of synergistic effects.Kinetic analyses have therefore been achieved using two model-free methods(the Ozawa-Flynn-Wall and Kissinger-Akahira-Sunose models)to estimate the rate constant parameters related to the pyrolysis process.A significant decrease of the activation energy has thus been observed when adding wood to coal(activation energies associated with the blend containing 20%(mass)of biomass being even lower than those estimated for pure wood at low conversion degrees).This trend was attributed to the possible presence of synergies whose related mechanisms are discussed.The rate constant parameters derived by means of the two tested models were finally used to simulate the evolution of the conversion degree of each sample as a function of the temperature,thus leading to a satisfying agreement between measured and simulated data.展开更多
Co-pyrolysis of coal and seaweed can not only effectively decrease the carbon footprint but also improve the quality and output of coal pyrolysis products,however,the influence of seaweed on thermal releasing behavior...Co-pyrolysis of coal and seaweed can not only effectively decrease the carbon footprint but also improve the quality and output of coal pyrolysis products,however,the influence of seaweed on thermal releasing behaviors of mercury during co-pyrolysis process are still unclear.In this work,the chlorella and Guizhou bituminous coal were mixed and used to reveal the mercury release behavior during co-pyrolysis by the temperature programmed pyrolysis experiments,thermogravimetric and differential thermogravimetric analysis(TG-DTG)and thermogravimetry-mass spectrometry(TG-MS)methods,offering a sufficient explanation on the control technology of mercury pollutants in co-pyrolysis.The results exhibited that a large amount of reducing gases such as CO,H_(2) and H_(2)O were generated in chlorella at the temperature range of 100-500℃,which was favorable for the transformation from oxidized mercury to elemental mercury,thus remarkably increased the release of elemental mercury in the raw coal sample.The mixed chlorella also significantly lowered the decomposition temperature range(from 400-600 to 300-400℃)of pyrite-bound mercury and decreased the decomposition temperatures of the pyrite-bound mercury species.Additionally,in the copyrolysis about 91.82%of mercury was released into the gas phase below 400℃ and was 13.77% higher than that of in individual pyrolysis of coal.展开更多
The co-pyrolysis of natural gas and coal is a promising way for the production of acetylene due to its high efficiency for energy and hydrogen utilization.This work investigated the thermodynamics for the copyrolysis ...The co-pyrolysis of natural gas and coal is a promising way for the production of acetylene due to its high efficiency for energy and hydrogen utilization.This work investigated the thermodynamics for the copyrolysis reaction of natural gas and coal using density functional theory.The favorable reaction conditions are presented in the form of phase diagrams.The calculation results show that the extra amount of methane may benefit the production of acetylene in the co-pyrolysis reaction,and the C/H ratio of 1:1,temperature around 3000 K and pressure at 0.1 MPa are most favorable.The results would provide basic data for related industrial process for the production of acetylene.展开更多
The extreme alkalinity of bauxite residue(BR)leads to difficulty with its reuse.Alkaline leachate and dust generation during the stacking process can pollute surrounding soil,air and water.In this work,co-pyrolysis of...The extreme alkalinity of bauxite residue(BR)leads to difficulty with its reuse.Alkaline leachate and dust generation during the stacking process can pollute surrounding soil,air and water.In this work,co-pyrolysis of bauxite residue and sawdust was applied to rapidly produce a soil-like matrix that met the conditions for plant growth as demonstrated by ryegrass pot experiments.The present study aimed to characterize the detailed changes in physicochemical,mineral weathering,and microbial communities of the pyrolyzed BR with different ratios of saw dust after plant colonization for 2 months.With increasing sawdust addition during co-pyrolysis,the pH of BR decreased from 11.21 to 8.16,the fraction of macro-aggregates 0.25-2 mm in the water-stable agglomerates increased by 29.3%,and the organic carbon concentration increased from 12.5 to 320 mg/kg,whilst facilitating the degree of humification,which were all beneficial to its revegetation performance.The backscattered electron-scanning electron microscope-energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometry(BSE-SEM-EDS)results confirmed the occurrence of sodalite and calcite weathering on aggregate surfaces,and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)results of surface Al and Si compounds identified that some weathering products were clay minerals such as kaolinite.Furthermore,bacterial community composition and structure shifted towards typical soil taxonomic groups.These results demonstrate soil development of treated BR at an early stage.The technique is a combination of alkalinity regulation and agglomerate construction,which accelerates soil formation of BR,thus proving highly promising for potential application as an artificial soil substitute.展开更多
Hazardous waste stream needs to be managed so as not to exceed stock-and rate-limited properties of its recipient ecosystems.The co-pyrolysis of Chinese medicine residue(CMR)and textile dyeing sludge(TDS)and its bio-o...Hazardous waste stream needs to be managed so as not to exceed stock-and rate-limited properties of its recipient ecosystems.The co-pyrolysis of Chinese medicine residue(CMR)and textile dyeing sludge(TDS)and its bio-oil,biochar,and ash quality and quantity were characterized as a function of the immersion of K_(2)CO_(3),atmosphere type,blend ratio,and temperature.Compared to the mono-pyrolysis of TDS,its co-pyrolysis performance with CMR(the comprehensive performance index(CPI))significantly improved by 33.9%in the N_(2)atmosphere and 33.2%in the CO_(2)atmosphere.The impregnation catalyzed the co-pyrolysis at 370℃,reduced its activation energy by 77.3 kJ/mol in the N_(2)atmosphere and 134.6 kJ/mol in the CO_(2)atmosphere,and enriched the degree of coke gasification by 44.25%in the CO_(2)atmosphere.The impregnation increased the decomposition rate of the co-pyrolysis by weakening the bond energy of fatty side chains and bridge bonds,its catalytic and secondary products,and its bio-oil yield by 66.19%.Its bio-oils mainly contained olefins,aromatic structural substances,and alcohols.The immersion of K_(2)CO_(3)improved the aromaticity of the copyrolytic biochars and reduced the contact between K and Si which made it convenient for Mg to react with SiO_(2)to form magnesium-silicate.The co-pyrolytic biochar surfaces mainly included-OH,-CH_(2),C=C,and Si-O-Si.The main phases in the co-pyrolytic ash included Ca_(5)(PO_(4))_(3)(OH),Al_(2)O_(3),and magnesium-silicate.展开更多
This study explored the synergistic interaction of sewage sludge(SS)and distillation residue(DR)during co-pyrolysis for the optimized treatment of sewage sludge in cement kiln systems,utilizing thermogravimetric analy...This study explored the synergistic interaction of sewage sludge(SS)and distillation residue(DR)during co-pyrolysis for the optimized treatment of sewage sludge in cement kiln systems,utilizing thermogravimetric analysis(TGA)and thermogravimetric analysis with mass spectrometry(TGA-MS).The results reveal the coexisting synergistic and antagonistic effects in the co-pyrolysis of SS/DR.The synergistic effect arises from hydrogen free radicals in SS and catalytic components in ash fractions,while the antagonistic effect is mainly due to the melting of DR on the surface of SS particles during pyrolysis and the reaction of SS ash with alkali metals to form inert substances.SS/DR co-pyrolysis reduces the yielding of coke and gas while increasing tar production.This study will promote the reduction,recycling,and harmless treatment of hazardous solid waste.展开更多
This study explored the synergistic interaction of sewage sludge(SS)and automotive paint sludge(PS)during co-pyrolysis for the optimized treatment of sewage sludge in cement kiln systems,utilizing thermogravimetric an...This study explored the synergistic interaction of sewage sludge(SS)and automotive paint sludge(PS)during co-pyrolysis for the optimized treatment of sewage sludge in cement kiln systems,utilizing thermogravimetric analysis(TGA)and thermogravimetric-mass spectrometry(TGA-MS).The result reveals the coexisting synergistic and antagonistic effects in the co-pyrolysis of SS/PS.The synergistic effect arises from hydrogen free radicals in SS and catalytic components in PS,while the main source of the antagonistic effect is that,during the mechanical mixing process,the SS/PS is converted from the particulate form into a dough-like rubbery which contributes to the film-forming effect,hindering the volatilization of volatile components.SS/PS co-pyrolysis reduces the yielding of tar production while increasing coke and gas.This study will provide some in-depth insights into the co-pyrolysis of SS/PS,and offer theoretical support for the subsequent research on the collaborative disposal processes in cement kilns.展开更多
Unlike plastic,biomass can also be converted and produce high quality of biofuel.Co-pyrolysis of coconut husk(CH)and laminated plastic packaging(LPP)were done in this study.Synergy between these two feedstock was calc...Unlike plastic,biomass can also be converted and produce high quality of biofuel.Co-pyrolysis of coconut husk(CH)and laminated plastic packaging(LPP)were done in this study.Synergy between these two feedstock was calculated by using thermogravimetric(TGA)and derivative thermogravimetry(DTG)analysis.Different activation energies of the reactions in the co-pyrolysis of CH and LPP were evaluated using the Coats-Redfern method.Results showed an activation energy ranging from 8 to 37 kJ/mol in the different percentage composition of the co-pyrolysis.Also,thermal degradation happens in two-stages in the copyrolysis of CH and LPP,in which CH degrades at the temperature range of 210℃ to 390℃ while LPP degrades in temperatures 400℃-600℃.Co-pyrolysis of CH and LPP can be an alternative for biofuel production and can also reduce the waste problems in the community.展开更多
The current methods of disposing of plastic waste,such as dumping or burning,create significant ecological problems and cause irreparable damage to valuable resources.This is especially true for plastics with complex ...The current methods of disposing of plastic waste,such as dumping or burning,create significant ecological problems and cause irreparable damage to valuable resources.This is especially true for plastics with complex structures,like polyethylene foams(PEF).This study focuses on how the plastic composition affects the in-teractions,kinetics,thermodynamics,yield of pyrolysis products,and their characterization during the copyrolysis of date palm waste(DPW)and PEF.Co-pyrolysis experiments were conducted at three different heating rates(10,20,and 30◦C/min)and with varying biomass ratios to plastic.The kinetic parameters were evaluated using different isoconversional techniques such as Kissinger Akahira Sunose(KAS),Vyazovkin(VZK),Ozawa Flynn Wall(OFW),and Friedman(FM).The average value of activation energy based on the Vyazovkin model is 96.31,216.33,232.85,382.69,and 206.47 kJ/mol for DPW,PEF,75PEF25DPW,25PEF75DPW,and 50PEF50DPW,respectively.The thermodynamic results showed that the average difference between activation energy and enthalpy is 4.89,6.02,5.81,5.36,and 5.61 kJ/mol for the DPW,PEF,75PEF25DPW,25PEF75DPW,and 50PEF50DPW,respectively.It is lowest for the DPW and highest for the PEF,whereas it is significantly lower for the mixes,indicating that the mixes consume less energy.Criado’s master plot suggested that the co-pyrolysis of DPW and PEF followed D1(one-dimensional)and D3(three-dimensional)reaction mechanisms.Further,co-pyrolysis results from the fixed bed reactor confirmed maximum bio-oil yield(38.85 wt%)was achieved at 50PEF50DPW ratio.The results of this study suggest that combining waste date palms with PEF could be a promising option for improving the co-pyrolysis process.展开更多
Waste plastics, with their high hydrogen-to-carbon (H/C) atomic ratios, can act as hydrogen donors during coal pyrolysis, thereby enhancing tar yield and quality. Thus far, a study has been conducted on the co-pyrolys...Waste plastics, with their high hydrogen-to-carbon (H/C) atomic ratios, can act as hydrogen donors during coal pyrolysis, thereby enhancing tar yield and quality. Thus far, a study has been conducted on the co-pyrolysis characteristics of coal and waste plastic, along with a rapid prediction method for tar yield. An experimental system for the co-pyrolysis of coal and waste plastic is established to examine the distribution patterns of pyrolysis products, such as gas, tar, and char, at varying temperatures and coal-to-waste plastic ratios. The results indicate a significant synergistic effect during the co-pyrolysis of coal and plastic waste. As the blending ratio of waste plastic increases, the tar yield also increases, with the value of the synergistic effect parameter initially rising and then falling. As the blending ratio continues to increase, the formation of a liquid phase becomes more prevalent on the surface of coal particles during the pyrolysis process, which inhibits tar release and leads to a gradual decrease in the positive synergistic effect of the waste plastic on tar yield. Based on these findings, a rapid prediction model for tar yield has been developed using neural networks and optimized with a Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), achieving a 10.52% reduction in the average prediction error under training conditions. The proposed model is utilized to predict the tar yield for new conditions in the database, with the relative error generally maintained within (−20%, 30%), demonstrating good accuracy and utility.展开更多
Alternative fuel recovery from used engine lubricant(UEL)and empty fruit bunch(EFB)was achieved through microwave co-pyrolysis.Co-pyrolysis was chosen for its potential to improve the quality of pyrolytic oil by gener...Alternative fuel recovery from used engine lubricant(UEL)and empty fruit bunch(EFB)was achieved through microwave co-pyrolysis.Co-pyrolysis was chosen for its potential to improve the quality of pyrolytic oil by generating synergistic effects between two distinct feedstocks,reducing activation energy,and enhancing pyrolytic oil quality.The central composite design(CCD)of response surface methodology(RSM)was used to optimise the temperature and EFB ratio.Atomic absorption spectrometry(AAS)was employed to characterise the heavy metal concentration in the pyrolytic oil.The optimised pyrolytic oil(UE450)produced the highest oil yield(25.17 wt%)with the lowest metal concentration at 450℃with a 50%EFB ratio.The fuel’s characteristics were similar to those of conventional diesel,with a higher value of HHV(45.17 MJ/kg).However,the oil was slightly acidic,with a pH of 4.3.GC-MS analysis of UE450 revealed the presence of alkanes and monoaromatic-rich hydrocarbons.Additionally,the UE450 biochar was characterised using FTIR,FESEM,and XRF.FTIR analysis showed that the carbonyl group(C=O)peaks at 1730 and 1440 cm^(-1)disappeared,indicating that heavy metals were bound to the biochar surface.Likewise,XRF analysis of UE450 biochar revealed that zinc(Zn)exhibited a high metal adsorption capacity,following the sequence Zn>Fe>Pb(1.96,1.06,and 0.81 mmol/g).The XRF results also indicated a significant removal of SO_(3)at approximately 10.37 mmol/g.展开更多
Sewage sludge produced by municipal sewage treatment plants can potentially be used as a biomass energy source because of its high organic content.Presently,the conversion and utilization of rapidly growing amounts of...Sewage sludge produced by municipal sewage treatment plants can potentially be used as a biomass energy source because of its high organic content.Presently,the conversion and utilization of rapidly growing amounts of sewage sludge represent an urgent challenge in China.Thermal conversion of sewage sludge to biochar through pyrolysis is a promising solution to this problem.However,biochar produced by pyrolysis of sewage sludge alone has a poor pore structure as a result of its low C content and high ash content.Furthermore,it is enriched in heavy metals that may pose high ecological risks.In this study,we addressed these issues through co-pyrolysis of sewage sludge and cotton stalks(1:1,wt./wt.)at different pyrolysis temperatures ranging from 350℃ to 750℃.The properties and surface characteristics of the biochars were investigated.Meanwhile,the transformation behavior of heavy metals during the co-pyrolysis process was studied,and the potential ecological risks of heavy metals in biochars were assessed.The results showed that elevated pyrolysis temperatures reduced the biochar yield and C content of the biochars,whereas such temperatures increased the pH value and ash content of the biochars.The biochars prepared at different pyrolysis temperatures were all mesoporous materials.The elevated temperatures promoted the transformation of heavy metals from mobile fractions to stable ones,thus resulting in a significant decrease in the ecological risks.In summary,co-pyrolysis of sewage sludge with cotton stalks proved to be a feasible method for the conversion and utilization of sewage sludge.展开更多
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(22378180,22078141)Education Department Foundation of Liaoning Province(JYTMS20230960)。
文摘To deepen understanding of the evolution of coal char microstructural properties of coal char during the co-pyrolysis of coking coal with additives,this study incorporated two typical additives,coal tar pitch(CTP)and waste plastic(HDPE),into a blended coal sample and carried out pyrolysis experiments.The pyrolysis process and the microstructure of char were systematically characterized using various analytical techniques,including thermogravimetric analysis(TGA),X-ray diffraction(XRD)and Raman spectroscopy.Data correlation analysis was performed to reveal the mechanism of carbon structural ordering evolution within the critical temperature range(350−600℃)from colloidal layer formation to semi-coke conversion in coking coal,and to elucidate the regulatory effects of different additives on coal pyrolysis pathways.The results indicate that HDPE releases free radicals during high-temperature pyrolysis,accelerating the pyrolysis reaction and increase the yield of volatile components.Conversely,CTP facilitates pyrolysis at low temperatures through its light components,thereby delaying high-temperature reactions due to the colloidal layer’s effect.XRD results indicate that during the process of pyrolysis,there is a progressive decrease in the interlayer spacing of aromatic layers(d002),while the aromatic ring stacking height(L_(c))and lateral size(L_(a))undergo significant of carbon skeleton ordering.Further comparative reveals that CTP partially suppresses structural ordering at low temperatures,whereas HDPE promotes the condensation and alignment of aromatic clusters via a free radical mechanism.Raman spectroscopy reveals a two-stage reorganization mechanism in the microstructure of the coal char:the decrease in the I_(D)/I_(G)ratio between 350 and 550℃is primarily attributed to the cleavage of aliphatic side chains and cross-linking bonds,leading to a reduction in defective structures;whereas the increase in ID/IG between 550 and 600℃is closely associated with enhanced condensation reactions of aromatic structures.Correlation analysis further demonstrates progressive graphitization during pyrolysis,with a significant positive correlation(R^(2)>0.85)observed between d002 and the full width at half maximum of the G-band(FWHM-G).
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52060011).
文摘Enhancing soil organic matter characteristics,ameliorating physical structure,mitigating heavy metal toxicity,and hastening mineral weathering processes are crucial approaches to accomplish the transition of tailings substrate to a soil-like substrate.The incorporation of biomass co-pyrolysis and plant colonization has been established to be a significant factor in soil substrate formation and soil pollutant remediation.Despite this,there is presently an absence of research efforts aimed at synergistically utilizing these two technologies to expedite the process of mining tailings soil substrate formation.The current study aimed to investigate the underlying mechanism of geochemical changes and rapid mineral weathering during the process of transforming tailings substrate into a soil-like substrate,under the combined effects of biomass co-smoldering pyrolysis and plant colonization.The findings of this study suggest that the incorporation of smoldering pyrolysis and plant colonization induces a high-temperature effect and biological effects,which enhance the physical and chemical properties of tailings,while simultaneously accelerating the rate of mineral weathering.Notable improvements include the amelioration of extreme pH levels,nutrient enrichment,the formation of aggregates,and an increase in enzyme activity,all of which collectively demonstrate the successful attainment of tailings substrate reconstruction.Evidence of the acceleratedweathering was verified by phase and surfacemorphology analysis using X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy.Discovered corrosion and fragmentation on the surface ofminerals.The weathering resulted in corrosion and fragmentation of the surface of the treated mineral.This study confirms that co-smoldering pyrolysis of biomass,combined with plant colonization,can effectively promote the transformation of tailings into soil-like substrates.This method has can effectively address the key challenges that have previously hindered sustainable development of the mining industry and provides a novel approach for ecological restoration of tailings deposits.
基金Supported by Hydrocarbon High-efficiency Utilization Technology Research Center of Yanchang Petroleum(Group)Co.Ltd.,China(ycsy2013ky-A-30)
文摘An experimental study on co-pyrolysis of bituminous coal and biomass was performed in a pressured fluidized bed reactor.The blend ratio of biomass in the mixture was varied between 0 and 100 wt%,and the temperature was over a range of 550–650℃ under 1.0 MPa pressure with different atmospheres.On the basis of the individual pyrolysis behavior of bituminous coal and biomass,the influences of the biomass blending ratio,temperature,pressure and atmosphere on the product distribution were investigated.The results indicated that there existed a synergetic effect in the co-pyrolysis of bituminous coal and biomass in this pressured fluidized bed reactor,especially when the condition of bituminous coal and biomass blend ratio of 70:30(w/w),600℃,and 0.3 MPa was applied.The addition of biomass influenced the tar and char yields and gas and tar composition during co-pyrolysis.The tar yields were higher than the calculated values from individual pyrolysis of each fuel,and consequently the char yields were lower.The experimental results showed that the composition of the gaseous products was not in accordance with those of their individual fuel.The improvement of composition in tar also indicated synergistic effect in the co-pyrolysis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foun-dation for Excellent Young Scholar of China(51822604)the Nature Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province for Distinguished Young Scholar(BK20180014).
文摘To increase the low yield and selectivity of aromatic hydrocarbons during the biomass pyrolysis process,we torrefied the biomass and then co-pyrolyzing with plastics such as high-density polyethylene(HDPE),polystyrene(PS),ethylene-vinyl acetate(EVA)and polypropylene(PP)and also single and dual catalyst layouts were investigated by Py-GC/MS.The results showed that non-catalytic fast pyrolysis(CFP)of raw bagasse(RBG)generated no aromatics.After torrefaction non-CFP of torrefied bagasse(TBG)generated low aromatic yield.Indicating that torrefaction would enhance the proportion of aromatics during the pyrolysis process.The CFP of TBG_(200℃)and TBG_(240℃)over ZSM-5 produced the total aromatic yield of 1.96 and 1.88 times higher,respectively,compared to non-CFP of TBG.Furthermore,the addition of plastic could increase H/Ceff ratio of the mixture,consequently,increase the yield of aromatic compounds.Among the various torrefied-bagasse/plastic mixtures,the CFP of TBG/EVA(7:3 ratio)mixture generated the highest the total aromatic yield of 7.7 times more than the CFP of TBG alone.The dual catalyst layout could enhance the yield of aromatics hydrocarbons.The dual-catalytic co-pyrolysis of TBG_(200℃)/plastic(1:1)ratio over USY(ultra-stable Y zeolite)/ZSM-5,improved the total aromatics yield by 4.33 times more than the catalytic pyrolysis of TBG_(200℃)alone over ZSM-5 catalyst.The above results showed that the yield and selectivities of light aromatic hydrocarbons can be improved via catalytic co-pyrolysis and dual catalytic co-pyrolysis of torrefied-biomass with plastics.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51503154,51776141)Major Projects of China Water Pollution Control and Treatment Science and Technology(2017ZX07202005)
文摘Waste plastics mainly come from MSW and usually exist in the form of mixed plastics. During the co-pyrolysis process of mixed plastics, various plastic components have different physicochemical properties and reaction mechanisms. Considering the high viscosity and low thermal conductivity of molten plastics, a falling film pyrolysis reactor was selected to explore the rapid co-pyrolysis process of typical plastic components(PP, PE and PS).The oil and gas yields and the compositions of pyrolysis products of the three components under different ratios at pyrolysis temperatures were analyzed to explore the co-pyrolysis characteristics of PP, PE, and PS. The study is of great significance to the recycling of waste plastics.
基金Supported by National High-tech Research and Development Program of China(2011AA05A2021)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21536009)Science and Technology Plan Projects of Shaanxi Province(2017ZDCXL-GY-10-03).
文摘To reasonably utilize the coal direct liquefaction residue(DLR), contrasting research on the co-pyrolysis between different low-rank coals and DLR was investigated using a TGA coupled with an FT-IR spectrophotometer and a fixed-bed reactor. GC–MS, FTIR, and XRD were used to explore the reaction mechanisms of the various co-pyrolysis processes. Based on the TGA results, it was confirmed that the tetrahydrofuran insoluble fraction of DLR helped to catalyze the conversion reaction of lignite. Also, the addition of DLR improved the yield of tar in the fixed-bed, with altering the composition of the tar. Moreover, a kinetic analysis during the co-pyrolysis was conducted using a distributed activation energy model. The co-pyrolysis reactions showed an approximate double-Gaussian distribution.
基金Projects(51105269,51406133)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject supported by the ScientificResearch Foundation for the Returned Overseas Chinese Scholars,Ministry of Education,ChinaProject supported by the Ministry ofEducation Key Laboratory Program,China
文摘Thermal decomposition of 21 kinds of binary mixtures between typical medical compositions was investigated under nitrogen conditions by dynamic thermogravimetric analysis(TGA) at 25–800 °C. The weighed sum method(WSM) coupled with thermal analysis was applied to study the interaction between components. Then, co-pyrolysis kinetic model of the binary mixtures(tube for transfusion(TFT) and gauze) was established to verify the reliability of conclusions. The results show the follows. 1) Strong or weak interactions are shown between binary mixtures containing polyvinyl chloride(PVC), the main ingredient of TFT. The addition of other medical waste could enhance first stage decomposition of TFT. While, the secondary stage pyrolysis may be suppressed or enhanced or not affected by the addition. 2) There exists no interaction between catheter and other component, the DTG peak temperature representing Ca CO3 decomposition in catheter fraction is obviously lower than that of pure catheter; while,the shape of DTG peak keeps unchanged. 3) No evident reaction occurs between the other mix-samples, it is considered that their co-pyrolysis characteristics are linear superposition of mono-component pyrolysis characteristics.
基金the financial support from the Priority Academic Program Development of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutionsthe Special Found of International S&T Cooperation Project of China (No.2010DFA72730)
文摘The study firstly discusses the pyrolysis characteristics and kinetics by thermogravimetric analysis （TGA）, and then investigates the pyrolysis of lignite and co-pyrolysis with plastic （polyethylene or polypropyl- ene） in tube furnace. Meanwhile, the research focuses on the co-pyrolysis products under different mix- ing ratios as well as pyrolysis products at different testing temperatures and heating rates. The results show that higher final testing temperature and lower heating rate contribute to bond fission in lignite pyrolysis, resulting in less char product. In co-pyrolysis, lignite acts as hydrogen donor, and the yields of char and water rise with increasing amount of plastic in the mixture, while the yields of gas and tar decrease; and a little admixture of plastic will promote the production of gas and tar. Kinetic studies indi- cate that in temperature range of 530-600℃, activation energies of lignite are higher than those of lig- nite/plastic blends, and as plastic mass ratio increases from 0% to 10%, samples need less energy to be decomposed during co-pyrolysis.
基金the support of the French Ministry of Higher Education,Research and Innovation(Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur,de la Recherche et de l’Innovation)。
文摘The co-pyrolysis of coal and biomass has proven to be a promising route to produce liquid and gaseous fuels as well as specific value-added chemicals while contributing to mitigating CO_(2) emissions.The interactions between the co-processed feedstocks,however,need to be elucidated to support the development of such a thermochemical conversion process.In this context,the present work covers the kinetic analysis of the co-pyrolysis of a bituminous coal with poplar wood.In this research,biomass was blended with coal at two different mass ratios(10%(mass)and 20%(mass)).Thermogravimetric analyses were carried out with pure and blended samples at four heating rates(5,10,15 and 30℃·min^(-1)).A direct comparison of experimental and theoretical results(based on a simple additivity rule)failed to yield a clear-cut conclusion regarding the existence of synergistic effects.Kinetic analyses have therefore been achieved using two model-free methods(the Ozawa-Flynn-Wall and Kissinger-Akahira-Sunose models)to estimate the rate constant parameters related to the pyrolysis process.A significant decrease of the activation energy has thus been observed when adding wood to coal(activation energies associated with the blend containing 20%(mass)of biomass being even lower than those estimated for pure wood at low conversion degrees).This trend was attributed to the possible presence of synergies whose related mechanisms are discussed.The rate constant parameters derived by means of the two tested models were finally used to simulate the evolution of the conversion degree of each sample as a function of the temperature,thus leading to a satisfying agreement between measured and simulated data.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province (No. ZR2019MEE023)the Qingchuang Science and Technology Program of Shandong Province University (No. 2019KJD004)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 22078168 and 21776164)。
文摘Co-pyrolysis of coal and seaweed can not only effectively decrease the carbon footprint but also improve the quality and output of coal pyrolysis products,however,the influence of seaweed on thermal releasing behaviors of mercury during co-pyrolysis process are still unclear.In this work,the chlorella and Guizhou bituminous coal were mixed and used to reveal the mercury release behavior during co-pyrolysis by the temperature programmed pyrolysis experiments,thermogravimetric and differential thermogravimetric analysis(TG-DTG)and thermogravimetry-mass spectrometry(TG-MS)methods,offering a sufficient explanation on the control technology of mercury pollutants in co-pyrolysis.The results exhibited that a large amount of reducing gases such as CO,H_(2) and H_(2)O were generated in chlorella at the temperature range of 100-500℃,which was favorable for the transformation from oxidized mercury to elemental mercury,thus remarkably increased the release of elemental mercury in the raw coal sample.The mixed chlorella also significantly lowered the decomposition temperature range(from 400-600 to 300-400℃)of pyrite-bound mercury and decreased the decomposition temperatures of the pyrite-bound mercury species.Additionally,in the copyrolysis about 91.82%of mercury was released into the gas phase below 400℃ and was 13.77% higher than that of in individual pyrolysis of coal.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21875096)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province,China(20181BCD40004,No.20224BAB213015)。
文摘The co-pyrolysis of natural gas and coal is a promising way for the production of acetylene due to its high efficiency for energy and hydrogen utilization.This work investigated the thermodynamics for the copyrolysis reaction of natural gas and coal using density functional theory.The favorable reaction conditions are presented in the form of phase diagrams.The calculation results show that the extra amount of methane may benefit the production of acetylene in the co-pyrolysis reaction,and the C/H ratio of 1:1,temperature around 3000 K and pressure at 0.1 MPa are most favorable.The results would provide basic data for related industrial process for the production of acetylene.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42030711,42177391)the Hunan Provincial Innovation Foundation for Postgraduate(No.CX20200177).
文摘The extreme alkalinity of bauxite residue(BR)leads to difficulty with its reuse.Alkaline leachate and dust generation during the stacking process can pollute surrounding soil,air and water.In this work,co-pyrolysis of bauxite residue and sawdust was applied to rapidly produce a soil-like matrix that met the conditions for plant growth as demonstrated by ryegrass pot experiments.The present study aimed to characterize the detailed changes in physicochemical,mineral weathering,and microbial communities of the pyrolyzed BR with different ratios of saw dust after plant colonization for 2 months.With increasing sawdust addition during co-pyrolysis,the pH of BR decreased from 11.21 to 8.16,the fraction of macro-aggregates 0.25-2 mm in the water-stable agglomerates increased by 29.3%,and the organic carbon concentration increased from 12.5 to 320 mg/kg,whilst facilitating the degree of humification,which were all beneficial to its revegetation performance.The backscattered electron-scanning electron microscope-energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometry(BSE-SEM-EDS)results confirmed the occurrence of sodalite and calcite weathering on aggregate surfaces,and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)results of surface Al and Si compounds identified that some weathering products were clay minerals such as kaolinite.Furthermore,bacterial community composition and structure shifted towards typical soil taxonomic groups.These results demonstrate soil development of treated BR at an early stage.The technique is a combination of alkalinity regulation and agglomerate construction,which accelerates soil formation of BR,thus proving highly promising for potential application as an artificial soil substitute.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos.51978175,42177196,and 22006015)the Scientific and Technological Planning Project of Guangzhou,China (No.202103000004)+2 种基金the Guangdong Province Science and Technology Planning Project,China (No.2022A0505050076)the Dongguan Science and Technology of Social Development Program (No.20211800904662)the Dongguan Sci-tech Commissioner Program (No.20221800500282)。
文摘Hazardous waste stream needs to be managed so as not to exceed stock-and rate-limited properties of its recipient ecosystems.The co-pyrolysis of Chinese medicine residue(CMR)and textile dyeing sludge(TDS)and its bio-oil,biochar,and ash quality and quantity were characterized as a function of the immersion of K_(2)CO_(3),atmosphere type,blend ratio,and temperature.Compared to the mono-pyrolysis of TDS,its co-pyrolysis performance with CMR(the comprehensive performance index(CPI))significantly improved by 33.9%in the N_(2)atmosphere and 33.2%in the CO_(2)atmosphere.The impregnation catalyzed the co-pyrolysis at 370℃,reduced its activation energy by 77.3 kJ/mol in the N_(2)atmosphere and 134.6 kJ/mol in the CO_(2)atmosphere,and enriched the degree of coke gasification by 44.25%in the CO_(2)atmosphere.The impregnation increased the decomposition rate of the co-pyrolysis by weakening the bond energy of fatty side chains and bridge bonds,its catalytic and secondary products,and its bio-oil yield by 66.19%.Its bio-oils mainly contained olefins,aromatic structural substances,and alcohols.The immersion of K_(2)CO_(3)improved the aromaticity of the copyrolytic biochars and reduced the contact between K and Si which made it convenient for Mg to react with SiO_(2)to form magnesium-silicate.The co-pyrolytic biochar surfaces mainly included-OH,-CH_(2),C=C,and Si-O-Si.The main phases in the co-pyrolytic ash included Ca_(5)(PO_(4))_(3)(OH),Al_(2)O_(3),and magnesium-silicate.
基金Funded by National College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program Project(No.CY202036)。
文摘This study explored the synergistic interaction of sewage sludge(SS)and distillation residue(DR)during co-pyrolysis for the optimized treatment of sewage sludge in cement kiln systems,utilizing thermogravimetric analysis(TGA)and thermogravimetric analysis with mass spectrometry(TGA-MS).The results reveal the coexisting synergistic and antagonistic effects in the co-pyrolysis of SS/DR.The synergistic effect arises from hydrogen free radicals in SS and catalytic components in ash fractions,while the antagonistic effect is mainly due to the melting of DR on the surface of SS particles during pyrolysis and the reaction of SS ash with alkali metals to form inert substances.SS/DR co-pyrolysis reduces the yielding of coke and gas while increasing tar production.This study will promote the reduction,recycling,and harmless treatment of hazardous solid waste.
基金Funded by National College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program Project(No.CY202036)。
文摘This study explored the synergistic interaction of sewage sludge(SS)and automotive paint sludge(PS)during co-pyrolysis for the optimized treatment of sewage sludge in cement kiln systems,utilizing thermogravimetric analysis(TGA)and thermogravimetric-mass spectrometry(TGA-MS).The result reveals the coexisting synergistic and antagonistic effects in the co-pyrolysis of SS/PS.The synergistic effect arises from hydrogen free radicals in SS and catalytic components in PS,while the main source of the antagonistic effect is that,during the mechanical mixing process,the SS/PS is converted from the particulate form into a dough-like rubbery which contributes to the film-forming effect,hindering the volatilization of volatile components.SS/PS co-pyrolysis reduces the yielding of tar production while increasing coke and gas.This study will provide some in-depth insights into the co-pyrolysis of SS/PS,and offer theoretical support for the subsequent research on the collaborative disposal processes in cement kilns.
基金The author would like to acknowledge the big help of the Department of Science and Technology in funding this research.
文摘Unlike plastic,biomass can also be converted and produce high quality of biofuel.Co-pyrolysis of coconut husk(CH)and laminated plastic packaging(LPP)were done in this study.Synergy between these two feedstock was calculated by using thermogravimetric(TGA)and derivative thermogravimetry(DTG)analysis.Different activation energies of the reactions in the co-pyrolysis of CH and LPP were evaluated using the Coats-Redfern method.Results showed an activation energy ranging from 8 to 37 kJ/mol in the different percentage composition of the co-pyrolysis.Also,thermal degradation happens in two-stages in the copyrolysis of CH and LPP,in which CH degrades at the temperature range of 210℃ to 390℃ while LPP degrades in temperatures 400℃-600℃.Co-pyrolysis of CH and LPP can be an alternative for biofuel production and can also reduce the waste problems in the community.
基金the support received from Interdisciplinary Research Center for Refining and Advanced Chemicals,King Fahd University of Petroleum&Minerals,Dhahran 31261,Saudi Arabia with funding grant and financial support for this work through project number INRC 2502.
文摘The current methods of disposing of plastic waste,such as dumping or burning,create significant ecological problems and cause irreparable damage to valuable resources.This is especially true for plastics with complex structures,like polyethylene foams(PEF).This study focuses on how the plastic composition affects the in-teractions,kinetics,thermodynamics,yield of pyrolysis products,and their characterization during the copyrolysis of date palm waste(DPW)and PEF.Co-pyrolysis experiments were conducted at three different heating rates(10,20,and 30◦C/min)and with varying biomass ratios to plastic.The kinetic parameters were evaluated using different isoconversional techniques such as Kissinger Akahira Sunose(KAS),Vyazovkin(VZK),Ozawa Flynn Wall(OFW),and Friedman(FM).The average value of activation energy based on the Vyazovkin model is 96.31,216.33,232.85,382.69,and 206.47 kJ/mol for DPW,PEF,75PEF25DPW,25PEF75DPW,and 50PEF50DPW,respectively.The thermodynamic results showed that the average difference between activation energy and enthalpy is 4.89,6.02,5.81,5.36,and 5.61 kJ/mol for the DPW,PEF,75PEF25DPW,25PEF75DPW,and 50PEF50DPW,respectively.It is lowest for the DPW and highest for the PEF,whereas it is significantly lower for the mixes,indicating that the mixes consume less energy.Criado’s master plot suggested that the co-pyrolysis of DPW and PEF followed D1(one-dimensional)and D3(three-dimensional)reaction mechanisms.Further,co-pyrolysis results from the fixed bed reactor confirmed maximum bio-oil yield(38.85 wt%)was achieved at 50PEF50DPW ratio.The results of this study suggest that combining waste date palms with PEF could be a promising option for improving the co-pyrolysis process.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52106133).
文摘Waste plastics, with their high hydrogen-to-carbon (H/C) atomic ratios, can act as hydrogen donors during coal pyrolysis, thereby enhancing tar yield and quality. Thus far, a study has been conducted on the co-pyrolysis characteristics of coal and waste plastic, along with a rapid prediction method for tar yield. An experimental system for the co-pyrolysis of coal and waste plastic is established to examine the distribution patterns of pyrolysis products, such as gas, tar, and char, at varying temperatures and coal-to-waste plastic ratios. The results indicate a significant synergistic effect during the co-pyrolysis of coal and plastic waste. As the blending ratio of waste plastic increases, the tar yield also increases, with the value of the synergistic effect parameter initially rising and then falling. As the blending ratio continues to increase, the formation of a liquid phase becomes more prevalent on the surface of coal particles during the pyrolysis process, which inhibits tar release and leads to a gradual decrease in the positive synergistic effect of the waste plastic on tar yield. Based on these findings, a rapid prediction model for tar yield has been developed using neural networks and optimized with a Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), achieving a 10.52% reduction in the average prediction error under training conditions. The proposed model is utilized to predict the tar yield for new conditions in the database, with the relative error generally maintained within (−20%, 30%), demonstrating good accuracy and utility.
基金supported by the financial support provided by the Universiti Malaysia Sabah(UMS)Grants No.DN22105 and GUG0617-1/2023.
文摘Alternative fuel recovery from used engine lubricant(UEL)and empty fruit bunch(EFB)was achieved through microwave co-pyrolysis.Co-pyrolysis was chosen for its potential to improve the quality of pyrolytic oil by generating synergistic effects between two distinct feedstocks,reducing activation energy,and enhancing pyrolytic oil quality.The central composite design(CCD)of response surface methodology(RSM)was used to optimise the temperature and EFB ratio.Atomic absorption spectrometry(AAS)was employed to characterise the heavy metal concentration in the pyrolytic oil.The optimised pyrolytic oil(UE450)produced the highest oil yield(25.17 wt%)with the lowest metal concentration at 450℃with a 50%EFB ratio.The fuel’s characteristics were similar to those of conventional diesel,with a higher value of HHV(45.17 MJ/kg).However,the oil was slightly acidic,with a pH of 4.3.GC-MS analysis of UE450 revealed the presence of alkanes and monoaromatic-rich hydrocarbons.Additionally,the UE450 biochar was characterised using FTIR,FESEM,and XRF.FTIR analysis showed that the carbonyl group(C=O)peaks at 1730 and 1440 cm^(-1)disappeared,indicating that heavy metals were bound to the biochar surface.Likewise,XRF analysis of UE450 biochar revealed that zinc(Zn)exhibited a high metal adsorption capacity,following the sequence Zn>Fe>Pb(1.96,1.06,and 0.81 mmol/g).The XRF results also indicated a significant removal of SO_(3)at approximately 10.37 mmol/g.
基金supported by the National Key Research&Development Program of China(Grant NO.2017YFC0504400-1)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grants NO.51074170,51704016)
文摘Sewage sludge produced by municipal sewage treatment plants can potentially be used as a biomass energy source because of its high organic content.Presently,the conversion and utilization of rapidly growing amounts of sewage sludge represent an urgent challenge in China.Thermal conversion of sewage sludge to biochar through pyrolysis is a promising solution to this problem.However,biochar produced by pyrolysis of sewage sludge alone has a poor pore structure as a result of its low C content and high ash content.Furthermore,it is enriched in heavy metals that may pose high ecological risks.In this study,we addressed these issues through co-pyrolysis of sewage sludge and cotton stalks(1:1,wt./wt.)at different pyrolysis temperatures ranging from 350℃ to 750℃.The properties and surface characteristics of the biochars were investigated.Meanwhile,the transformation behavior of heavy metals during the co-pyrolysis process was studied,and the potential ecological risks of heavy metals in biochars were assessed.The results showed that elevated pyrolysis temperatures reduced the biochar yield and C content of the biochars,whereas such temperatures increased the pH value and ash content of the biochars.The biochars prepared at different pyrolysis temperatures were all mesoporous materials.The elevated temperatures promoted the transformation of heavy metals from mobile fractions to stable ones,thus resulting in a significant decrease in the ecological risks.In summary,co-pyrolysis of sewage sludge with cotton stalks proved to be a feasible method for the conversion and utilization of sewage sludge.
