DOI: https://doi.org/10.61435/ijred.2024.60361

Optimizing aeration rates via bio-methane potential test for enhanced biodrying efficiency of refuse-derived fuel-3

1The Joint Graduate School of Energy and Environment (JGSEE), King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi, Bangkok, 10140, Thailand

2Center of Excellence on Energy Technology and Environment (CEE), Ministry of Higher Education Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), Bangkok, 10140, Thailand

3Environmental Health Programme, School of Health Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, 57100, Thailand

4 Department Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Bangkok, 10800, Thailand

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Received: 26 May 2024; Revised: 6 Jul 2024; Accepted: 5 Aug 2024; Available online: 12 Aug 2024; Published: 1 Sep 2024.
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Aeration forms a critical part of the biodrying of refuse-derived fuel-3 (RDF-3) and significantly affects the fuel’s energy potential. Understanding the organic content (OC) of RDF-3 is crucial for determining the optimal aeration strategy. In this study, we conducted a bio-methane potential (BMP) test to estimate the OC by observing the conversion of organic matter into methane (CH₄) and carbon dioxide (CO₂). The observation of BMP was conducted using anaerobic digestion approach where substrate and inoculum are important parameters considered for the success of this test. Various ratios substrate-to-inoculum (S/I) were explored to assess their impact on biogas production, our research involved testing four S/I ratios (0.25, 0.5, 1.0, and 1.5) focusing on identifying the optimal aeration strategy. Based on stoichiometric calculations, the sample’s biogas yield per gram volatile solid indicates RDF-3’s OC is 1.5%. This OC value played a role in establishing the appropriate aeration rate (AR) for the biodrying process, which was determined to be 0.6 m³/kg.day, indicating the action of effective microbial degradation processes. Ensuring the correct AR is vital for maximizing the energy potential of RDF-3. Implementing optimized aeration rates based on the BMP test in waste management practices can significantly improve RDF-3 biodrying efficiency. This approach enhances RDF quality, reduces moisture, increases calorific value, and minimizes greenhouse gas emissions, leading to more sustainable and efficient waste-to-energy conversion.
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Keywords: Waste-to-Energy Conversion; Refuse-Derived Fuel Enhancement; Energy Recovery Optimization; Waste Treatment Technology; Waste Valorization
Funding: The Joint Graduate School of Energy and Environment (JGSEE), King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), and the Center of Excellence on Energy Technology and Environment (CEE)

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