Grant: Alliance Grants
Toronto Metropolitan University
$25,000.00
Characterizing the Combustion and Pollutant Formation of Methane, Hydrogen, and Ammonia Blends
FY 2023-24
Summary
The proposed international collaboration will study the combustion of methane, hydrogen, and ammonia blends, to understand their pollution profiles and combustion properties. As the transition to clean and renewable energy sources is crucial for a sustainable future, it is essential to address the challenges associated with the combustion process, which still plays a crucial role in industrial applications and large-scale transportation. Methane, the main component of natural gas, is widely used for power generation and heating. However, its combustion emits greenhouse gases and carbon particles, contributing to climate change. Conversely, hydrogen and ammonia are promising fuels that can significantly reduce harmful emissions because they do not contain carbon atoms in their molecules. Unfortunately, their combustion properties are not ideal for many applications. Blending methane, hydrogen, and ammonia could provide a middle ground by reducing emissions while maintaining compatibility with existing applications. To achieve the objectives of this project, two research groups will collaborate: the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) team, providing their experimental facilities and analytical expertise, and the Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) team, offering simulation capabilities and a fundamental understanding of the combustion processes. The fuel blends will be thoroughly characterized experimentally regarding pollutant composition, energy profiles, and application potential. Numerical simulations will complement the experimental measurements to gain a comprehensive understanding of the combustion processes and fuel interactions. This research aligns with Canada's commitment to reducing its environmental impact, particularly greenhouse gases, NOx, and soot, which will pose significant challenges in the coming years. By demonstrating leadership in environmental research and its connection to public health, this collaboration will contribute to global efforts to combat climate change.
Program
Alliance Grants
Recipient
Location
Ontario, Canada
Recipient Type
Academia
Type
Grant
Source
NSERC's Awards Data
As published
Application id
586329-2023
Name nom
Dworkin, Seth SB
Department département
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Organization id
43
Institution établissement
Toronto Metropolitan University
Province en
Ontario
Province fr
Ontario
Country en
CANADA
Country fr
CANADA
Fiscal year exercice financier
2023
Competition year année de concours
2023
Award amount
25000
Program id
ALLRP
Program name en
Alliance Grants
Program name fr
Subventions Alliance
Group en
RESEARCH PARTNERSHIPS
Group fr
PARTENARIATS DE RECHERCHE
Committee code
96
Committee name en
RPP Internal Decision Cttee
Committee name fr
Cté de décision interne - PPR
Area of application code
305
Area of application group en
Energy resources
Area of application group fr
Ressources d'énergie
Area of application en
Energy storage and conversion
Area of application fr
Stockage et transformation de l'énergie
Research subject code
2200
Research subject group en
Fluid mechanics
Research subject group fr
Fluid mechanics
Research subject en
Mécanique des fluides
Research subject fr
Mécanique des fluides
Application title
Characterizing the Combustion and Pollutant Formation of Methane, Hydrogen, and Ammonia Blends
Keyword
Ammonia; Combustion; Computational Fluid Dynamics; Hydrogen Fuel; Methane; Soot Formation
Application summary
The proposed international collaboration will study the combustion of methane, hydrogen, and ammonia blends, to understand their pollution profiles and combustion properties. As the transition to clean and renewable energy sources is crucial for a sustainable future, it is essential to address the challenges associated with the combustion process, which still plays a crucial role in industrial applications and large-scale transportation. Methane, the main component of natural gas, is widely used for power generation and heating. However, its combustion emits greenhouse gases and carbon particles, contributing to climate change. Conversely, hydrogen and ammonia are promising fuels that can significantly reduce harmful emissions because they do not contain carbon atoms in their molecules. Unfortunately, their combustion properties are not ideal for many applications. Blending methane, hydrogen, and ammonia could provide a middle ground by reducing emissions while maintaining compatibility with existing applications. To achieve the objectives of this project, two research groups will collaborate: the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) team, providing their experimental facilities and analytical expertise, and the Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) team, offering simulation capabilities and a fundamental understanding of the combustion processes. The fuel blends will be thoroughly characterized experimentally regarding pollutant composition, energy profiles, and application potential. Numerical simulations will complement the experimental measurements to gain a comprehensive understanding of the combustion processes and fuel interactions. This research aligns with Canada's commitment to reducing its environmental impact, particularly greenhouse gases, NOx, and soot, which will pose significant challenges in the coming years. By demonstrating leadership in environmental research and its connection to public health, this collaboration will contribute to global efforts to combat climate change.
