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Feasibility of millimeter wave diagnostics for coal conversion and combustion systems

Author
Gopalsami, N.
Published
United States : [publisher not identified], 1986
Springfield, Va.: National Technical Information Service, [approximately 1986]
Physical Description
microfiche : negative ; 11 x 15 cm
Additional Creators
Raptis, A. C.

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Summary
The millimeter wave portion (30-300 GHz) of the electromagnetic spectrum, lying between the microwave and infrared regions, holds great potential for process diagnostics. In this report, the feasibility of millimeter wave (MMW) techniques is discussed for in-situ diagnostics of particulate-laden multiphase streams in coal conversion and combustion reactors/vessels. The techniques investigated include MMW spectroscopy for determination of molecular species and gas-phase temperature, MMW radiometry for particle-temperature measurement, and MMW scattering for particle characterization. each technique is scopes from the standpoint of its applicability to coal utilization systems. Parameters effecting the feasibility of millimeter wave diagnostics are clearly identified, and their ranges of applicability discussed. The assessment of feasibility is based on data obtained from the literature, handbooks, etc., theoretical calculations and estimates made using available theory, or on the development of simple models. The determination of some majority molecular species and gas-phase temperature using MMW spectroscopy appears marginally feasible in atmospheric-pressure combustors. The particle-temperature measurement using MMW radiometry appears very feasible in the reactors of coal conversion and combustion system. In order for the millimeter waves to penetrate the entire thickness of particulates in a reactor vessel, the particle concentration must be somewhat low (10/sup 8/ to 10/sup 9/ particles/m3 of 100..mu.. size). Particle characterization - determining particle size, size distribution, and concentration - also appears feasible if the particle concentration is low. 28 refs., 12 figs., 4 tabs.
Report Numbers
DE86013162; ANL/FE-86-2
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NTIS collection.
Note
DOE contract number: W-31-109-ENG-38
OSTI Identifier 5518089
Research organization: Argonne National Lab., IL (USA).
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