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CFD modelling of the fast pyrolysis of an in-flight cellulosic particle subjected to convective heat transfer

One paper from a sequence that enabled evaluation of variable geometry reactors for more complete separation of char from sand. Combined with scaled-up models, it identified limitations in performance of commercial scale reaction systems. This was applied by Wellman Process Engineering in development of their pilot plant (part of EC project coordinated by Aston AIR2-CT93-0889, Integrated chemicals and fuels recovery from pyrolysis liquids. £1.17M; 1997-2002). Collaboration continues involving Aston, Cranfield, and BTG, Netherlands - the leading European fast pyrolysis technology developer, who will use results in commercial process development through EPSRC SUPERGEN Bioenergy Challenge (EP/K036548/1) £1.47M; Oct2013-Sept2017