Clean Utilization Of Coal

Author : Bruce G. Miller
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 696 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2010-11-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080961169

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Clean Coal Engineering Technology by Bruce G. Miller Pdf

Concern over the effects of airborne pollution, green house gases, and the impact of global warming has become a worldwide issue that transcends international boundaries, politics, and social responsibility. The 2nd Edition of Coal Energy Systems: Clean Coal Technology describes a new generation of energy processes that sharply reduce air emissions and other pollutants from coal-burning power plants. Coal is the dirtiest of all fossil fuels. When burned, it produces emissions that contribute to global warming, create acid rain, and pollute water. With all of the interest and research surrounding nuclear energy, hydropower, and biofuels, many think that coal is finally on its way out. However, coal generates half of the electricity in the United States and throughout the world today. It will likely continue to do so as long as it's cheap and plentiful [Source: Energy Information Administration]. Coal provides stability in price and availability, will continue to be a major source of electricity generation, will be the major source of hydrogen for the coming hydrogen economy, and has the potential to become an important source of liquid fuels. Conservation and renewable/sustainable energy are important in the overall energy picture, but will play a lesser role in helping us satisfy our energy demands today. Dramatically updated to meet the needs of an ever changing energy market, Coal Energy Systems, 2nd Edition is a single source covering policy and the engineering involved in implementing that policy. The book addresses many coal-related subjects of interest ranging from the chemistry of coal and the future engineering anatomy of a coal fired plant to the cutting edge clean coal technologies being researched and utilized today. A 50% update over the first edition, this new book contains new chapters on processes such as CO2 capture and sequestration, Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) systems, Pulverized-Coal Power Plants and Carbon Emission Trading. Existing materials on worldwide coal distribution and quantities, technical and policy issues regarding the use of coal, technologies used and under development for utilizing coal to produce heat, electricity, and chemicals with low environmental impact, vision for utilizing coal well into the 21st century, and the security coal presents. Clean Liquids and Gaseous Fuels from Coal for Electric Power Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) systems Pulverized-Coal Power Plants Advanced Coal-Based Power Plants Fluidized-Bed Combustion Technology CO2 capture and sequestration

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Coal Research, Technology, and Resource Assessments to Inform Energy Policy
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2007-12-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309110228

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Coal by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on Coal Research, Technology, and Resource Assessments to Inform Energy Policy Pdf

Coal will continue to provide a major portion of energy requirements in the United States for at least the next several decades. It is imperative that accurate information describing the amount, location, and quality of the coal resources and reserves be available to fulfill energy needs. It is also important that the United States extract its coal resources efficiently, safely, and in an environmentally responsible manner. A renewed focus on federal support for coal-related research, coordinated across agencies and with the active participation of the states and industrial sector, is a critical element for each of these requirements. Coal focuses on the research and development needs and priorities in the areas of coal resource and reserve assessments, coal mining and processing, transportation of coal and coal products, and coal utilization.

Author : Rajesh Kumar Jyothi,Pankaj Kumar Parhi
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 665 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030685027

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Clean Coal Technologies by Rajesh Kumar Jyothi,Pankaj Kumar Parhi Pdf

This book presents the state of art of the several advanced approaches to beneficiation of coal. The influence of recent technology attains the advantages of processing coal, purification studies, rheological behavior, and the mineral beneficiation. The experts collected in this volume have contributed significantly to the enrichment in the in depth knowledge not only in context of working knowledge, but also future prospects of clean coal technology.

Author : Yuda Yurum
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9401710465

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Clean Utilization of Coal by Yuda Yurum Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce. Subcommittee on Fossil and Synthetic Fuels
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Coal
ISBN : PSU:000013376277

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Clean Coal Technologies by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce. Subcommittee on Fossil and Synthetic Fuels Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science and Technology. Subcommittee on Energy Development and Applications
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Clean coal technologies
ISBN : UCR:31210012663132

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Clean Coal Technologies Initiative by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science and Technology. Subcommittee on Energy Development and Applications Pdf

Author : Institute for Materials Research (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Coal gasification
ISBN : OCLC:880025170

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Materials Research for Clean Utilization of Coal by Institute for Materials Research (U.S.) Pdf

Author : Yuda Yürüm
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401710459

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Clean Utilization of Coal by Yuda Yürüm Pdf

This volume contains the lectures presented at the Advanced Study Institute on "Chemistry and Chemical Engineering of Catalytic Solid Fuel Conversion for the Production of aean Synthetic Fuels" which was held at Ak~;ay, Edremit, Tiirkiye, between July 21 and August 3, 1991. The book includes 23 chapters originally written for the meeting by distinguished scientists an technologists in the field. l would like to acknowledge the contribution of each of the authors in the book. Their efforts have shed light on our understanding in coal science research and better utilization of coal. Three main subjects: structure and reactivity of coal; cleaning of coal and its products, and factors affecting environmental balance of energy usage and solutions for future, were discussed in the Institute and these are presented under six groups in the book. I hope that of great use to research workers from academic and industrial background. the book will be Many people contributed to the success of the Institute on which this volume was based. I take this occasion to thank my colleagues who lectured in the Institute, both for their efforts during the two weeks and their expertly prepared lecture notes that reached to me in time. The Institute was generously sponsored by the Scientific and Environmental Affairs Dh·ision of the NATO and their contribution is deeply acknowledged.

Author : United States. Office of Coal Research
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Coal
ISBN : UIUC:30112104122327

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Clean Energy from Coal Technology by United States. Office of Coal Research Pdf

Author : DIANE Publishing Company,Kee H. Rhee
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1995-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0788125524

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Clean Use of Coal by DIANE Publishing Company,Kee H. Rhee Pdf

4 articles: removing the hazards from coal's hazardous air pollutants; some facts about global climate change; power systems and the environmental challenges; and update on NOx control technologies. Illustrations.

Author : Bruce G. Miller
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 856 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016-09-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128113660

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Clean Coal Engineering Technology by Bruce G. Miller Pdf

Clean Coal Engineering Technology, Second Edition provides significant information on the major power generation technologies that aim to utilize coal more efficiently, and with less environmental impact. With increased coal combustion comes heightened concerns about coal’s impacts on human health and climate change, so the book addresses the reduction of both carbon footprints and emissions of pollutants, such as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and mercury. Part 1 provides an essential grounding in the history of coal use alongside coal chemical and physical characteristics, worldwide distribution, and health and environmental impacts. Part 2 introduces the fundamentals of the major coal utilization technologies and examines the anatomy of a coal-fired power plant before going on to provide an overview of clean coal technologies for advanced power generation. Next, users will find a group of chapters on emissions and carbon management that have been extensively enlarged and updated for the second edition, thus reflecting the ever-increasing importance of this area. The final section of the book focuses on clean coal technology programs around the world and the future role of coal in the energy mix. This fully revised and selectively expanded new edition is a valuable resource for professionals, including environmental, chemical, and mechanical engineers who seek an authoritative and thorough one-volume overview of the latest advances in cleaner power production from coal. Provides a thorough, yet readable, one-volume guide to advanced power generation technologies for cleaner electricity production from coal Retains the essential background information on coal characteristics and the fundamentals of coal-fired power generation Presents extensively expanded and updated coverage on technologies for the reduction of pollutants, including particulate matter, sulfur oxides, and mercury Emphasizes carbon capture methods, storage, and emerging technologies for the reduction of carbon footprints, alongside a discussion of coal’s future in the energy mix

Author : International Energy Agency
Publisher : The Agency
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Clean coal technologies
ISBN : UCAL:B3907746

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Clean Coal Technology by International Energy Agency Pdf

Author : John W. Rich
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2008-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781437900866

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Clean Coal Technology by John W. Rich Pdf

Coproduction of power, fuels & chemicals offers an innovative, economically advantageous means of achieving the nation¿s energy goals. Coproduction involves the integration of 3 major building blocks: Gasification of coal or other hydrocarbon fuels to produce synthesis gas (syngas); Conversion of a portion of the syngas to high-value products such as liquid fuels & chemicals; & Combustion of syngas to produce electric power. Contents: Description of Gasification & Power Generation Technology; Syngas Conversion Processes; Industrial Applications of Gasification; Market Potential for Coproduction; Early Entrance Coproduction Plants; Conclusions; Bibliography; Contacts for CCT Projects & U.S. DOE CCT Program. Illustrations.

Author : Dave Osborne
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 577 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781782421177

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The Coal Handbook: Towards Cleaner Production by Dave Osborne Pdf

Coal remains an important fossil fuel resource for many nations due to its large remaining resources, relatively low production and processing cost and potential high energy intensity. Certain issues surround its utilisation, however, including emissions of pollutants and growing concern about climate change. The coal handbook: Towards cleaner production Volume 2 explores global coal use in industry. Part one is an introductory section which reviews the social and economic value of coal, emissions from coal utilisation, the handling, impact and utilisation of coal waste, and an exploration of emerging and future issues around industrial coal utilization. Chapters in part two highlight coal resources, production and use in established markets as well as the emerging markets of Brazil, the Russian Federation, India, Indonesia, and China. Part three focuses specifically on coal utilisation in industry. Chapters consider thermal coal utilisation, coal use in iron and steel metallurgy, advances in pulverised fuel technology, and the evaluation of coal for thermal and metallurgical applications. Further chapters explore coal utilisation in the cement and concrete industries, coal gasification and conversion, and value-in-use assessment for thermal and metallurgical coal. A final chapter summarises the anticipated future pathway towards sustainable, long-term coal use, suggesting transitions that will be needed to ensure cleaner utilisation for many decades to come. With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, The coal handbook Volumes 1 and 2 is a comprehensive and invaluable resource for professionals in the coal mining, preparation, and utilisation industry, those in the power sector, including plant operators and engineers, and researchers and academics interested in this field. Reviews the social and economic value of coal, emissions from coal utilisation, and the handling, impact and utilisation of coal waste Explores emerging and future issues around industrial coal utilization Highlights coal resources, production and use in established markets, as well as emerging markets such as Brazil, the Russian Federation, India, Indonesia, and China

Author : D.V. Subba Rao,T. Gouricharan
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781498778596

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Coal Processing and Utilization by D.V. Subba Rao,T. Gouricharan Pdf

This book is a direct outgrowth of classes that the authors gave over a period of three decades to a university audience taking a Mineral Beneficiation course as a major that included coal processing and utilization. It is designed to be used as a student's (or layman's) first introduction to coal processing and utilization, motivating the concepts