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Combustion performance of pyrolysis oil/ethanol blends in a residential-scale oil-fired boiler

Frank C. Lujaji, Akwasi A. Boateng

2019encombustionpyrolysisethanoloilperformance

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This study investigates the combustion performance of blends of pyrolysis oil and ethanol in a residential-scale oil-fired boiler. The objective was to evaluate the efficiency and emissions of various blends under controlled conditions. A series of experiments were conducted utilizing a programmable logic controller (PLC) to gather precise data on mass flow rates and combustion temperatures. The experimental setup included advanced monitoring of key parameters through thermocouples and a human-machine interface (HMI) for real-time data logging. Results indicated that the incorporation of ethanol into pyrolysis oil blends significantly influenced combustion efficiency, with an optimal air-fuel equivalence ratio identified for the highest performance. Additionally, the emissions profile varied considerably with different blend ratios, revealing a trade-off between combustion efficiency and pollutant emissions. The study concludes that blending ethanol with pyrolysis oil presents a promising pathway for improving residential heating systems while addressing environmental concerns related to traditional oil use.

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