Advanced Bioenergy Conversion
We carry out modelling and experimental research for developing more efficient biomass and biofuel conversion processes. We study optimal fuel production pathways and efficient ways to transform their chemical energy to power and heat. We work on black liquor combustion and spraying in recovery boilers, CFB combustion and gasification of waste and simulation and optimisation of modern bio-based power plants.
We work on transport biofuels conversion processes in engines i.e. new combustion systems like dual-fuel combustion, gas diesel combustion and other new combustion regimes. We also study new advanced conversion processes such as super-critical water gasification and hydrothermal treatment of very wet biomasses without needing to dry them first, increasing energy efficiency.
Personnel: Professor Mika Järvinen, Professor Martti Larmi, Senior University Lecturer Tuomas Paloposki