Energy Potential of the macaw palm fruit residues and their use in charcoal production
segunda-feira, dezembro 03, 2018
The
use of biomass for energy purposes has been highlighted in as a way to reduce
dependence on non-renewable energy sources. Macaw palm, Acrocomia aculeata (Jacq.)
Lodd. ex Martius,
is an arborescent palm and has a high energy potential from the fruit
processing. The aim of this study was to characterize the macaw palm residues
after the fruit processing to evaluate its use "in natura" and as
charcoal. The endocarp showed higher fixed carbon content, heating value and
bulk density compared with other residues and lower ashes content. The heating
value of endocarp charcoal was the highest, whereas the volatile matter levels
of epicarp charcoal showed higher results. All evaluated residues from the
macaw palm fruit processing have potential in power generation, especially the
endocarp and the epicarp. The endocarp charcoal has suitable characteristics as
source of energy and as a reductant.
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