Investigation of Process Variables in the Densification of Corn Stover Briquettes

Investigation of Process Variables in the Densification of Corn Stover Briquettes

The bulk density of raw corn stover is a major limitation to its large-scale viability as a biomass feedstock. Raw corn stover has a bulk density of 50 kg/m3, which creates significant transportation costs and limits the optimization of transport logistics. Producing a densified corn stover product...

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Main Authors: Curtis P. Thoreson, Keith E. Webster, Matthew J. Darr, Emily J. Kapler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-06-01
Series:Energies
Subjects:
biomass
compression pressure
density
logistics
moisture content
pellet
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/7/6/4019

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