Research on Gasification of Wood in a Plasma Pyrolysis Unit

摘要

The report provides a quick summary of the properties of wood waste and its value as an energy source. Various gasification techniques are discussed and compared before the actual experimental work is presented. The experiments are carried out in a plasma research facility and, although not completely conclusive, they have proven that very good quality gas can be produced. Minor equipment addition to the existing set-up should enable production of better quality gas and higher gas yields as well as minimization of electricity consumption. Plasma gasification, due to its simple, versatile controls and capability of producing a good quality gas, has proven itself as a very promising new gasification technology deserving of an opportunity for further research and development. 5 references, 5 figures, 11 tables. (ERA citation 09:039820)