On-site energy production from agricultural residues

Objectives of the current research project were: (1) evaluate biomass fluidized-bed gasifier-steam boiler energy conversion capabilities; (2) measure material erosion-corrosion properties of gas at various locations within the biomass energy conversion unit; (3) continue performance measurements and evaluation of gas cleanup systems; (4) continue economic analysis of biomass power producing system; and (5) consult with groups selected by TENRAC for site-specific energy system design. Results of this research show that biomass fueled energy producing systems are both technically and economically feasible. Using biomass fuel in a fluidized bed, combustible gas can be produced which has a heating value near 6.2 MJ per cubic meter. This LCV gas has been burned in a fire tube boiler to generate steam. More than 50% of the input fuel energy was converted to steam, which was flared. 31 references, 48 figures, 24 tables.