New research from the University of Tehran into using neem seeds to produce bio-oil and syngas suggests a new renewable energy source.
In the theoretical research, Aspen Plus software simulates the steam gasification of neem seeds to identify optimal operating conditions for maximizing hydrogen production and cold gas efficiency. The study suggests that neem seeds could serve as a non-edible biomass source for renewable energy production, potentially reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating environmental impacts associated with traditional energy sources.
In the experimental phase, neem seeds undergo thermal pyrolysis in a semi-batch reactor after acid wash pre-treatment. The study analyzes the effects of pyrolysis temperatures and heating rates on product yields, with the highest bio-oil yield achieved at 60.2% under specific conditions.
Source
Thermochemical conversion of neem seed biomass to sustainable hydrogen and biofuels: Experimental and theoretical evaluation, Renewable Energy (ScienceDirect, Elsevier), 2024-02
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