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Effects of Different Binders on the Physical and Combustion Properties of Dried Leaves Briquettes

 

Table Of Contents


Chapter ONE

INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1Introduction
  • 1.2Background of Study
  • 1.3Problem Statement
  • 1.4Objective of Study
  • 1.5Limitation of Study
  • 1.6Scope of Study
  • 1.7Significance of Study
  • 1.8Structure of the Research
  • 1.9Definition of Terms

Chapter TWO

LITERATURE REVIEW

  • 2.1Overview of Different Binders
  • 2.2Physical Properties of Dried Leaves Briquettes
  • 2.3Combustion Properties of Dried Leaves Briquettes
  • 2.4Previous Studies on Binders and Briquettes
  • 2.5Effects of Binders on Biomass Briquettes
  • 2.6Sustainability Aspects of Different Binders
  • 2.7Economic Considerations of Using Various Binders
  • 2.8Environmental Impact of Binders in Briquettes
  • 2.9Comparison of Organic vs. Inorganic Binders
  • 2.10Future Trends in Binder Technology

Chapter THREE

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  • 3.1Research Methodology Overview
  • 3.2Selection of Binders for Experimental Study
  • 3.3Preparation of Dried Leaves Briquettes
  • 3.4Experimental Design for Testing Physical Properties
  • 3.5Experimental Design for Testing Combustion Properties
  • 3.6Data Collection Methods
  • 3.7Statistical Analysis Techniques
  • 3.8Quality Control Measures

Chapter FOUR

DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

  • 4.1Physical Properties Analysis Results
  • 4.2Combustion Properties Analysis Results
  • 4.3Comparison of Different Binders' Effects
  • 4.4Correlation Analysis between Binders and Properties
  • 4.5Discussion on Optimal Binder Selection
  • 4.6Implications for Briquette Production Industry
  • 4.7Recommendations for Further Research
  • 4.8Conclusion on Findings

Chapter FIVE

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

  • 5.1Summary of Research
  • 5.2Conclusions Drawn from the Study
  • 5.3Contributions to Existing Knowledge
  • 5.4Practical Applications of Findings
  • 5.5Limitations of the Study
  • 5.6Suggestions for Future Research
  • 5.7Final Thoughts and Reflections

Thesis Abstract

                    ABSTRACT

Biomass Briquetting can address waste problems, reduce air pollution from direct open air burning and also reduce dependence on fossil fuels for heat generation. Dry leaves have been shown to have high calorific values; therefore the purpose of this study is to determine the effects of some binders on the physical and combustion properties of dried leaves briquettes. Dried leaves were mixed with binders such as clay, starch and Arabic gum separately at different ratios of 10%, 20%, 30% and 40%, and made into briquettes using a manual press with a hydraulic jack of 20 tons. Physical and combustion properties of these briquettes were obtained using different methods prescribed by other researchers. From the results of the properties tested, briquettes made from dried leaves and gum at 40% of binder was most resistant to water. Dried leaves and clay at 40% had the highest relative density of 0.7977g/cm3. Dried leaves an.d starch had a relative density at 40%, 0.4640g/cm3 while briquettes with gum binder had 30%, 0.4030g/cm3. Dried leaves and gum at 40% had the highest volatile matter of 84.110% and the highest heating value of 30.5118MJ/kg at 10%. Briquettes at this ratio failed to hold, because of its low durability. The high ash content of briquettes bonded with clay 16.353% to 34.487% made it difficult to ignite, due to the presence of non combustible matter. Dried leaves bonded with starch at 20% had high heating value of 30.2189, and was able to withstand shattering with durability of 81.752% and high relaxation ratio of 1.7427. It can then be considered as the best binder in this study.


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