Abstract： In order to study the flammability and explosion property of gases during the propane oxidation to acrylic acid process, the explosion limits and the safety oxygen content of gases at the recycle gas compre...Abstract： In order to study the flammability and explosion property of gases during the propane oxidation to acrylic acid process, the explosion limits and the safety oxygen content of gases at the recycle gas compressor outlet, the reactor inlet, and the reactor outlet were theoretically calculated and experimentally tested. Finally, the inert limit was also determined. It showed that gases at the recycle gas compressor outlet and the reactor outlet were nonflammable based on three indicators： the explosion limits, the safety oxygen content and the inert limit. The C3H6 and O2 contents were higher at the reactor inlet, which made the mixed gases easily ignitable. However, the large amount of inert gases suppressed the possibility of explo- sion effectively. As a consequence, no explosion phenomenon would happen in all three locations. But gases at the reactor inlet are most dangerous, where more supervision on the concentration of gases and more strict control on the temperature and pressure should be implemented. Besides this, open flame, hot surfaces and other sources of ignition are prohibited in working spaces. The experimental results can be applied to similar process for oxidation of propane.展开更多
Standard treatments of thermodynamic equilibrium are incomplete. They do not take account of all factors determining equilibrium, cannot explain why many systems do not reach equilibrium and do not discuss the questio...Standard treatments of thermodynamic equilibrium are incomplete. They do not take account of all factors determining equilibrium, cannot explain why many systems do not reach equilibrium and do not discuss the questions of reaching and maintaining equilibrium. The arguments presented here provide a single physical definition of thermodynamic equilibrium that accounts for all factors determining thermodynamic equilibrium for mixtures of combustible gases and air. Based on the standard delrmition of thermodynamic equilibrium, the MBD （Maxwell Boltzmann distribution） and a simple molecular model lead to three possible types of equilibrium. The regions of temperature pressure and composition for each type of equilibrium are defined by the measured values of ignition temperatures and the explosive and flammability limits. How this definition of thermodynamic equilibrium can be extended to all molecular systems is discussed in the following papers.展开更多
The corrosion resistances of widely used X33CrNiMnN23-8, X50CrMnNiNbN21-9, X53CrMnNiN20-8 and X55CrMnNiN20-8 high-alloyed austenite valves steels in combustion engines have been compared. The comparison was performed ...The corrosion resistances of widely used X33CrNiMnN23-8, X50CrMnNiNbN21-9, X53CrMnNiN20-8 and X55CrMnNiN20-8 high-alloyed austenite valves steels in combustion engines have been compared. The comparison was performed on the basis of results of kinetic corrosion of the test steels in combustion gases from gasoline with 5% ethanol additive （v/v） and the combustion gases from propane-butane. The corrosion test was performed gravimetrically under thermal shock conditions by heating samples of the test steels from room temperature up to 1,173 K in exhaust gases from a combustion engine, and holding them at this temperature for 2 h and then cooling at room temperature for about 25 min. Then the same thermal shock was repeated and after every 10 to 20 such cycles the mass of the specimens was measured. This experiment simulated the working conditions of a highly thermal loaded exhaust valve in a spark ignited engine. The analysis performed shows that the corrosion resistances of X33CrNiMnN23-8 and X50CrMnNiNbN21-9 valve steels in an environment of combustion gases from propane-butane and in gases from gasoline with 5% ethanol additive （v/v） are comparable, whereas the corrosion resistance of X53CrMnNiN20-8 and X55CrMnNiN20-8 valve steels in an environment of combustion gases from propane-butane is slightly worse than in gases from gasoline with 5% ethanol additive （v/v）.展开更多
The aim of the present study is to develop the biomass furnace combustor which can effectively employ four unused biomasses, i.e., wood bark, wood branch, bamboo, and grass as a fuel. Emphasis is placed on the combust...The aim of the present study is to develop the biomass furnace combustor which can effectively employ four unused biomasses, i.e., wood bark, wood branch, bamboo, and grass as a fuel. Emphasis is placed on the combustion gas components and combustion gas temperature in the combustor. It is found from the study that： （1） Four unused biomasses can take plate self combustion and the stable combustion yield; （2） Different combustion temperature distribution appears in combustor and is affected by each biomass; （3） The concentrations of nitrogen oxide and sulfur oxides are lower than the discharge standard value; （4） Higher thermal efficiency yields for bark, bamboo and grass.展开更多
Based on use of multi-dimensional models,this investigation simulates the performance of a proton exchange membrane fuel cell by varying the channel pattern.In the one-dimensional model,the porosity of the gas diffusi...Based on use of multi-dimensional models,this investigation simulates the performance of a proton exchange membrane fuel cell by varying the channel pattern.In the one-dimensional model,the porosity of the gas diffusion layer is 0.3.The model reveals the water vapor distribution of the fuel cell and demonstrates that the amount of water vapor increases linearly with the reduction reaction adjacent to the gas channel and the gas diffusion layer.Secondly,four novel tapered gas channels are simulated by a two-dimensional model.The model considers the distributions of oxygen,the pressure drop,the amount of water vapor distribution and the polarization curves.The results indicate that as the channel depth decreases,the oxygen in the tapered gas channel can be accel-erated and forced into the gas diffusion layer to improve the cell performance.The three-dimensional model is employed to simulate the phenomenon associated with four novel tapered gas channels.The results also show that the best performance is realized in the least tapered gas channel.Finally,an experimentally determined mechanism is found to be consistent with the results of the simulation.展开更多
With consideration to the acid gas incinerator burned and the problems identified during its application, renovation program has been proposed. According to the new design, draught burners with automatic control syste...With consideration to the acid gas incinerator burned and the problems identified during its application, renovation program has been proposed. According to the new design, draught burners with automatic control system shall be used to eliminate problems encountered during application of original burner. In addition to implement automatic control of combustion processes, the new system may minimize labor intensity and enhance safety of facilities.展开更多
In these years, a lot of environmental problems such as air pollution and exhaustion of fossil fuels have been discussed intensively. In our laboratory, a hydrogen-fueled propulsion system has been researched as an al...In these years, a lot of environmental problems such as air pollution and exhaustion of fossil fuels have been discussed intensively. In our laboratory, a hydrogen-fueled propulsion system has been researched as an alternative to conventional systems. A hydrogen-fueled propulsion system is expected to have higher power, lighter weight and lower emissions. However, for the practical use, there exist many problems that must be overcome. Considering these backgrounds, jet engines with hydrogen-fueled combustion within a turbine blade passage have been studied. Although some studies have been made on injecting and burning hydrogen fuel from a stator surface, little is known about the interaction between a tip leakage vortex near the suction side of a rotor tip and hydrogen-fueled combustion. The purpose of this study is to clarify the influence of the tip leakage vortex on the characteristics of the 3-dimensional flow field with hydrogen-fueled combustion within a turbine blade passage. Reynolds-averaged compressible Navier-Stokes equations are solved with incorporating a k-ε turbulence and a reduced chemical mechanism models. Using the computational results, the 3-dimensional turbulent flow field with chemical reactions is numerically visualized, and the three-dimensional turbulent flow fields with hydrogen combustion and the structure of the tip leakage vortex are investigated.展开更多
This paper presents a recent advance in the study of injection of fuel containing dissolved gas (IFCDG).Using diesel fuel containing dissolved CO2, experiments were performed under atmospheric conditions on a diesel h...This paper presents a recent advance in the study of injection of fuel containing dissolved gas (IFCDG).Using diesel fuel containing dissolved CO2, experiments were performed under atmospheric conditions on a diesel hole-type nozzle and simple nozzles. The effects of gas concentration in the fuel, injection pressure and the nozzle L/D ratio were examined. In order to reveal the controlling mechanism of IFCDG, the orifice flow pattern, pressure characteristics and their effects were also investigated. The result shows that IFCDG can produce a parabolic-shaped spray pattern with good atomization, which suggests the ekistence of a new atomisation mechanism. In terms of atomization, the beneficial effect of the IFCDG is obtained at the dissolved gas concentration above the transition and in the region of larger nozzle L/D ratio. However, under unfavorable conditions, IFCDG will lead to deterioration of atomization with coarse fuel droplets. It is found that the big difference of the oracle pressure characteristics caused by the variation of the nozzle L/D ratio has a dominant influence on the separation of the dissolved gas from the fuel inside the orifice and is verified to account for a dramatic change in the spray pattern and determine the effect of IFCDG. It is considered that the concept of IFCDG could be attractive in producing more efficient, clean engine and find use in a wide range of application.展开更多
基金financially supported by the National Science and Technology Support Program of China(2012BAK13B01)
文摘Abstract： In order to study the flammability and explosion property of gases during the propane oxidation to acrylic acid process, the explosion limits and the safety oxygen content of gases at the recycle gas compressor outlet, the reactor inlet, and the reactor outlet were theoretically calculated and experimentally tested. Finally, the inert limit was also determined. It showed that gases at the recycle gas compressor outlet and the reactor outlet were nonflammable based on three indicators： the explosion limits, the safety oxygen content and the inert limit. The C3H6 and O2 contents were higher at the reactor inlet, which made the mixed gases easily ignitable. However, the large amount of inert gases suppressed the possibility of explo- sion effectively. As a consequence, no explosion phenomenon would happen in all three locations. But gases at the reactor inlet are most dangerous, where more supervision on the concentration of gases and more strict control on the temperature and pressure should be implemented. Besides this, open flame, hot surfaces and other sources of ignition are prohibited in working spaces. The experimental results can be applied to similar process for oxidation of propane.
文摘Standard treatments of thermodynamic equilibrium are incomplete. They do not take account of all factors determining equilibrium, cannot explain why many systems do not reach equilibrium and do not discuss the questions of reaching and maintaining equilibrium. The arguments presented here provide a single physical definition of thermodynamic equilibrium that accounts for all factors determining thermodynamic equilibrium for mixtures of combustible gases and air. Based on the standard delrmition of thermodynamic equilibrium, the MBD （Maxwell Boltzmann distribution） and a simple molecular model lead to three possible types of equilibrium. The regions of temperature pressure and composition for each type of equilibrium are defined by the measured values of ignition temperatures and the explosive and flammability limits. How this definition of thermodynamic equilibrium can be extended to all molecular systems is discussed in the following papers.
文摘The corrosion resistances of widely used X33CrNiMnN23-8, X50CrMnNiNbN21-9, X53CrMnNiN20-8 and X55CrMnNiN20-8 high-alloyed austenite valves steels in combustion engines have been compared. The comparison was performed on the basis of results of kinetic corrosion of the test steels in combustion gases from gasoline with 5% ethanol additive （v/v） and the combustion gases from propane-butane. The corrosion test was performed gravimetrically under thermal shock conditions by heating samples of the test steels from room temperature up to 1,173 K in exhaust gases from a combustion engine, and holding them at this temperature for 2 h and then cooling at room temperature for about 25 min. Then the same thermal shock was repeated and after every 10 to 20 such cycles the mass of the specimens was measured. This experiment simulated the working conditions of a highly thermal loaded exhaust valve in a spark ignited engine. The analysis performed shows that the corrosion resistances of X33CrNiMnN23-8 and X50CrMnNiNbN21-9 valve steels in an environment of combustion gases from propane-butane and in gases from gasoline with 5% ethanol additive （v/v） are comparable, whereas the corrosion resistance of X53CrMnNiN20-8 and X55CrMnNiN20-8 valve steels in an environment of combustion gases from propane-butane is slightly worse than in gases from gasoline with 5% ethanol additive （v/v）.
文摘The aim of the present study is to develop the biomass furnace combustor which can effectively employ four unused biomasses, i.e., wood bark, wood branch, bamboo, and grass as a fuel. Emphasis is placed on the combustion gas components and combustion gas temperature in the combustor. It is found from the study that： （1） Four unused biomasses can take plate self combustion and the stable combustion yield; （2） Different combustion temperature distribution appears in combustor and is affected by each biomass; （3） The concentrations of nitrogen oxide and sulfur oxides are lower than the discharge standard value; （4） Higher thermal efficiency yields for bark, bamboo and grass.
基金Supported by the National Science Council (NSC 97-222-E-009-067)
文摘Based on use of multi-dimensional models,this investigation simulates the performance of a proton exchange membrane fuel cell by varying the channel pattern.In the one-dimensional model,the porosity of the gas diffusion layer is 0.3.The model reveals the water vapor distribution of the fuel cell and demonstrates that the amount of water vapor increases linearly with the reduction reaction adjacent to the gas channel and the gas diffusion layer.Secondly,four novel tapered gas channels are simulated by a two-dimensional model.The model considers the distributions of oxygen,the pressure drop,the amount of water vapor distribution and the polarization curves.The results indicate that as the channel depth decreases,the oxygen in the tapered gas channel can be accel-erated and forced into the gas diffusion layer to improve the cell performance.The three-dimensional model is employed to simulate the phenomenon associated with four novel tapered gas channels.The results also show that the best performance is realized in the least tapered gas channel.Finally,an experimentally determined mechanism is found to be consistent with the results of the simulation.
文摘With consideration to the acid gas incinerator burned and the problems identified during its application, renovation program has been proposed. According to the new design, draught burners with automatic control system shall be used to eliminate problems encountered during application of original burner. In addition to implement automatic control of combustion processes, the new system may minimize labor intensity and enhance safety of facilities.
文摘In these years, a lot of environmental problems such as air pollution and exhaustion of fossil fuels have been discussed intensively. In our laboratory, a hydrogen-fueled propulsion system has been researched as an alternative to conventional systems. A hydrogen-fueled propulsion system is expected to have higher power, lighter weight and lower emissions. However, for the practical use, there exist many problems that must be overcome. Considering these backgrounds, jet engines with hydrogen-fueled combustion within a turbine blade passage have been studied. Although some studies have been made on injecting and burning hydrogen fuel from a stator surface, little is known about the interaction between a tip leakage vortex near the suction side of a rotor tip and hydrogen-fueled combustion. The purpose of this study is to clarify the influence of the tip leakage vortex on the characteristics of the 3-dimensional flow field with hydrogen-fueled combustion within a turbine blade passage. Reynolds-averaged compressible Navier-Stokes equations are solved with incorporating a k-ε turbulence and a reduced chemical mechanism models. Using the computational results, the 3-dimensional turbulent flow field with chemical reactions is numerically visualized, and the three-dimensional turbulent flow fields with hydrogen combustion and the structure of the tip leakage vortex are investigated.
文摘This paper presents a recent advance in the study of injection of fuel containing dissolved gas (IFCDG).Using diesel fuel containing dissolved CO2, experiments were performed under atmospheric conditions on a diesel hole-type nozzle and simple nozzles. The effects of gas concentration in the fuel, injection pressure and the nozzle L/D ratio were examined. In order to reveal the controlling mechanism of IFCDG, the orifice flow pattern, pressure characteristics and their effects were also investigated. The result shows that IFCDG can produce a parabolic-shaped spray pattern with good atomization, which suggests the ekistence of a new atomisation mechanism. In terms of atomization, the beneficial effect of the IFCDG is obtained at the dissolved gas concentration above the transition and in the region of larger nozzle L/D ratio. However, under unfavorable conditions, IFCDG will lead to deterioration of atomization with coarse fuel droplets. It is found that the big difference of the oracle pressure characteristics caused by the variation of the nozzle L/D ratio has a dominant influence on the separation of the dissolved gas from the fuel inside the orifice and is verified to account for a dramatic change in the spray pattern and determine the effect of IFCDG. It is considered that the concept of IFCDG could be attractive in producing more efficient, clean engine and find use in a wide range of application.
