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| Open Access | EXPLORING THE MECHANICAL AND COMBUSTION CHARACTERISTICS OF OIL PALM BIOMASS FUEL BRIQUETTES
Chileogu Danjuma , Department of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, NigeriaAbstract
This study investigates the mechanical and combustion characteristics of oil palm biomass fuel briquettes, aiming to assess their suitability for energy applications. Oil palm biomass, a readily available agricultural residue, holds significant potential as a renewable energy source. Briquetting, a densification process, offers a sustainable means of converting this biomass into solid fuel briquettes with enhanced handling and combustion properties. Through experimental analysis, this research evaluates the mechanical properties of oil palm biomass fuel briquettes, including compressive strength, density, and durability. Additionally, the combustion characteristics of the briquettes are examined, focusing on parameters such as ignition time, burning rate, and calorific value. The findings provide valuable insights into the feasibility of utilizing oil palm biomass fuel briquettes as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels.
Keywords
Oil Palm Biomass, Fuel Briquettes, Mechanical Characteristics
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