Biomass Combustion Science, Technology and Engineering

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Woodhead Publishing Series in Energy

Preface

Part I: Introduction, supply chains and feedstock

Chapter 1: Biomass combustion for power generation: an introduction

Abstract:

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Biomass combustion techniques

1.3 Biomass as fuel

1.4 Market development for biomass combustion and conversion technologies

Chapter 2: Biomass supply chains

Abstract:

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Types of biomass and waste streams

2.3 Biomass supply chain structure and characteristics

2.4 Development of advanced biomass supply and process chains

2.5 Integration of biomass combustion into waste management

2.6 Advantages and limitations of using biomass for energy conversion

2.7 Future trends

2.8 Sources of further information and advice

Chapter 3: Biomass feedstocks: categorisation and preparation for combustion and gasification

Abstract:

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Types of feedstock

3.3 Characterisation, analysis and categorisation techniques

3.4 Fuel preparation and upgrading for combustion or conversion

3.5 Advantages and limitations of particular fuels

3.6 Future trends

Part II: Biomass combustion and co-firing

Chapter 4: Direct combustion of biomass

Abstract:

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Basis of biomass combustion

4.3 Fouling prevention and control

4.4 Corrosion and additives

4.5 Technology-specific issues

4.6 Conclusion

Chapter 5: Biomass co-firing

Abstract:

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Direct co-firing technologies

Chapter 6: Biomass gasification

Abstract:

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Basic principles and feedstocks

6.3 Basic reactor types

6.4 Monitoring and control, and performance optimization

6.5 Advantages and limitations

6.6 Future trends

6.7 Sources of further information and advice

Chapter 7: Fast pyrolysis of biomass for the production of liquids

Abstract:

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Pyrolysis principles and products

7.3 Applications of bio-oil

7.4 Feedstocks

7.5 Fast-pyrolysis technology

7.6 Fast-pyrolysis bio-oil upgrading

7.7 Economics

7.8 Conclusion and future trends

Chapter 8: Intermediate pyrolysis of biomass

Abstract:

8.1 Introduction

8.2 Intermediate pyrolysis technologies

8.3 Applications of intermediate pyrolysis and comparison with fast pyrolysis

8.4 An integrated project including intermediate pyrolysis

8.5 Future trends

Part III: Large-scale biomass combustion and biorefineries

Chapter 9: Large-scale biomass combustion plants: an overview

Abstract:

9.1 Introduction

9.2 Technologies

9.3 Fuels

9.4 Operational issues

9.5 Environmental aspects

9.6 Future trends

9.8 Acknowledgements

Chapter 10: Industrial-scale biomass combustion plants: engineering issues and operation

Abstract:

10.1 Introduction

10.2 The suitability of industrial-scale plants for biomass combustion

10.3 Biomass combustion technologies

10.4 Biomass combustion plant engineering issues

10.5 Operational routes to optimise performance and tackle problems

10.6 Future trends

10.7 Sources of further information and advice

10.8 Acknowledgements

Chapter 11: Biorefineries: increased value from biomass conversion

Abstract:

11.1 Introduction

11.2 Biorefinery feedstocks and concepts

11.3 Improving feedstocks

11.4 Conversion by enzymes and microorganisms

11.5 Life-cycle analysis and sustainability

11.6 Future trends

11.7 Sources of further information and advice

Index