Introduction to biomass energy conversions / author, Sergio C. Capareda.
This book presents a comprehensive review of biomass resources available for conversion into heat, power, and biofuels. The textbook covers biomass characterization and discusses facilities, equipment, and standards (e.g. ASTM or NREL) used for analysis. It examines the range of biomass resources...
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Language: | English |
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Boca Raton :
Taylor & Francis,
[2014]
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Physical Description: | xliv, 585 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm |
Format: | Book |
Contents:
- Biomass as energy source
- Biomass conversion processes
- Biomass properties for thermal conversion
- Biomass properties for biological conversion
- Biodiesel production
- Bioethanol production
- Biogas production
- Torrefaction
- Pyrolysis
- Gasification
- Advanced gasification
- Biomass liquefaction
- Biomass combustion
- Biomass sustainability issues.