Energies (Jan 2023)

Pulverized Coal-Fired Boilers: Future Directions of Scientific Research

  • Marek Ochowiak,
  • Zdzisław Bielecki,
  • Andżelika Krupińska,
  • Magdalena Matuszak,
  • Sylwia Włodarczak,
  • Michał Bielecki,
  • Dariusz Choiński,
  • Jarosław Smyła,
  • Krzysztof Jagiełło

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/en16020935
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 16, no. 2
p. 935

Abstract

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The paper provides an outlook on future directions of research and the possible applications for pulverized coal-fired boilers. One potential direction for future research is to focus on the ways to improve the efficiency of pulverized coal-fired boilers. This could involve developing new combustion technologies that are able to more thoroughly burn the coal and produce less waste or finding ways to capture and use the excess heat that is generated during the combustion process. The pulverized coal combustion process in power boilers is still being improved by the preliminary cleaning of coal and the use of various catalytic additives. Another area of research that could be valuable is the development of advanced control systems and monitoring technologies for pulverized coal-fired boilers. These systems could be used to optimize the performance of the boiler and ensure that it is operating at maximum efficiency while also providing real-time data on the condition of the boiler and any potential problems that may arise. The analysis of literature shows that several future paths of development and scientific research related to the technology of pulverized coal combustion in boilers can be distinguished.

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