Experimental Characterization of Maize Cob and Stalk Based Pellets for Energy Use

Sulaiman, Musediq Adedoyin; Adetifa, Babatunde Olusola; Adekomaya, S.O.; Lawal, Nurudeen Samuel; Adama, Olukayode O.

doi:10.4186/ej.2019.23.6.117

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“…The ultimate analysis of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), nitrogen (N), and sulfur (S) of samples was determined using the method ASTM D5373‐14. Total oxygen (O) was determined by subtraction, as follows 16 :

normalO = 100 - ((), normalC + normalH + normalN + normalS) .

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Biofuel characteristics and combustion emissions of poultry litter and lignocellulosic biomass

Özdemir

Demir

2020

Env Prog and Sustain Energy

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Broiler chicken industry generate different kinds of organic wastes mainly poultry litters (PL), which presenting high energy potential, but significant incineration burdens due to the mineral compositions. In the present study, the combustion potential of PL and locally available biomass co‐combustion candidates were evaluated based on proximate, ultimate, ash constitute, and exhaust gas emission. High heating values measured for PL samples were in the range of 13.5–14.6 MJ/kg and low heating values were 12.9–13.6 MJ/kg, respectively. The ultimate analysis result of PL was as follows; C (46.5 ± 1.3%), O (44.8 ± 0.7%), H (3.6 ± 0.3%), N (3.9 ± 0.3%), and S (0.9 ± 0.1%). Ash deposit challenging minerals were abundant in PL, in contrasting to the lignocellulosic biomass; wood residue (WR), hazelnut shell (HS), corn stalk (CS), and giant reed (GR), which can serve mitigation potential. High nitrogen and sulfur concentrations in PL had significantly increased the NOx and SO2 emissions but confirming related standards. Despite the high exhaust gas and ash emissions, the energy recovery practices of PL co‐combustion with lignocellulosic biomas allow environmentally safe management option for PL.

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normalO = 100 - ((), normalC + normalH + normalN + normalS) .

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Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Biofuel characteristics and combustion emissions of poultry litter and lignocellulosic biomass

Özdemir

Demir

2020

Env Prog and Sustain Energy

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“…Wojcieszek et al [95] reported that the heat of combustion of fresh maize cob kernels ranges from 7.62 to 10.79 MJ kg −1 , while that of seasoned kernels varies from 16.19 to 16.53 MJ kg −1 . High-quality maize biomass contains 47-54% carbon [96]. Despite the lower content of hydrogen compared to carbon in biomass, its impact on the calorific value is significant [97].…”

Section: The Biomass Of Zea Mays and Its Energy Valuementioning

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“…Its decarbonization potential positions it as one of the most promising energy carriers, crucial for the transition to a low-emission energy system [98]. Sulaiman et al [96] classify plants with high energy potential as those with biomass containing approximately 40-44% oxygen. Nitrogen (0.1-0.5%) and sulfur (about 0.1%) are much lower.…”

Section: The Biomass Of Zea Mays and Its Energy Valuementioning

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Soil Enzyme Response and Calorific Value of Zea mays Used for the Phytoremediation of Soils Contaminated with Diesel Oil

Borowik,

Wyszkowska,

Zaborowska

et al. 2024

Energies

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Ensuring a stable and cost-effective energy supply is a major challenge for the International Energy Agency (IEA). Additionally, the effectiveness of vermiculite and dolomite in mitigating the adverse effects of diesel oil, a petroleum-derived product, on plant growth and development, and on the biochemical activity of the soil, were assessed. Therefore, an attempt was made in the study to determine the energy properties of Zea mays, which is suitable for cultivation in contaminated areas. For these purposes, several parameters were analyzed in its biomass, including calorific value (Q), heating value (Hv), energy yield (Yep), ash content, and the presence of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), sulfur (S), nitrogen (N), and oxygen (O). Biochemical activity was measured through the evaluation of soil enzymes serving as indicators for the carbon (dehydrogenases, catalase, β-glucosidase), nitrogen (urease), sulfur (arylsulfatase), and phosphorus (acid and alkaline phosphatase) cycles. The plant greenness index was also determined. It has been demonstrated that diesel oil does not alter the calorific value of Zea mays biomass but significantly reduces the biomass quantity and destabilizes the biochemical properties of the soil. Zea mays contained an average of 6.84% ash, 49.88% C, 5.65% H, 0.17% S, 2.90% N, and 34.57% O. The calorific value of Zea mays ranged from 15.02 to 15.54 MJ kg−1 d.m. of plants, and the heating value ranged from 18.25 to 19.21 MJ kg−1 d.m. of plants. The biomass obtained from contaminated soil is recommended for energy purposes. The sorbents used—vermiculite and dolomite—proved to be less effective in the remediation of soil contaminated with diesel oil.

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“…According to Sulaiman et al, 90 a biomass is adjudged good when it has a carbon content of 47−54%, hydrogen content of 5.6−7%, oxygen content of 40−44%, nitrogen content of 0.1− 0.5%, and sulfur content around 0.1%. Hence, cashew leaves and corn cobs are potential candidates for bio-oil production.…”

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Comprehensive Characterization of Some Selected Biomass for Bioenergy Production

Yahya,

Adeleke,

Nzerem

et al. 2023

ACS Omega

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There is a lack of information about the detailed characterization of biomass of Nigerian origin. This study presents a comprehensive characterization of six biomass, groundnut shells, corncob, cashew leaves, Ixora coccinea (flame of the woods), sawdust, and lemongrass, to aid appropriate selection for bio-oil production. The proximate, ultimate, calorific value and compositional analyses were carried out following the American Standard for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, and Xray fluorescence were employed in this study for functional group analyses, thermal stability, and structural analyses. The H/C and O/C atomic ratios, fuel ratio, ignitability index, and combustibility index of the biomass samples were evaluated. Groundnut shells, cashew leaves, and lemongrass were identified as promising feedstocks for bio-oil production based on their calorific values (>20 MJ/kg). Sawdust exhibited favorable characteristics for bio-oil production as indicated by its higher volatile matter (79.28%), low ash content (1.53%), low moisture content (6.18%), and high fixed carbon content (13.01%). Also, all samples showed favorable ignition and flammability properties. The low nitrogen (<0.12%) and sulfur (<0.04%) contents in the samples make them environmentally benign fuels as a lower percentage of NO x and SO x will be released during the production of the bio-oil. These results are contributions to the advancement of a sustainable and efficient carbon-neutral energy mix, promoting biomass resource utilization for the generation of energy.

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Experimental Characterization of Maize Cob and Stalk Based Pellets for Energy Use

Cited by 10 publications

References 35 publications

Biofuel characteristics and combustion emissions of poultry litter and lignocellulosic biomass

Biofuel characteristics and combustion emissions of poultry litter and lignocellulosic biomass

Soil Enzyme Response and Calorific Value of Zea mays Used for the Phytoremediation of Soils Contaminated with Diesel Oil

Comprehensive Characterization of Some Selected Biomass for Bioenergy Production

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