Goodson D., Rutkowski R., Osler G.
ClearSign Combustion Corporation, US
Keywords: biomass, coal, combustion, efficiency, emissions reduction, glycerine, heat transfer
We have observed that software-controlled propagation of insignificant amounts of electrical energy through a flame region enhances both combustion efficiency and the transfer of thermal energy in an electrically conductive burner and heat exchange system. ClearSign Precision Active Control™ technology processes signals and applies them to flames to create an augmented combustion state.Manipulation of such a system, in response to predicted or observed events within the flame, allows electro-chemical (as opposed to mechanical) control of both the combustion and heat exchange processes. The result is dramatically reduced emissions and heat loss, and an increase in the thermal efficiency of the system.
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: Technical Proceedings of the 2008 Clean Technology Conference and Trade Show
Published: June 1, 2008
Pages: 562 - 565
Industry sectors: Energy & Sustainability | Sensors, MEMS, Electronics
Topic: Chemical, Physical & Bio-Sensors
ISBN: 1-4200-8502-0