Abstract
Biomass, a fuel derived from organic matter, could be pivotal in meeting global power demands sustainably. One of the most propitious routes for converting biomass to gaseous fuels for heat and power generation is biomass gasification. Throughout this study, the comprehensive characterization of coconut shell-based biomass was performed. A downdraft gasifier was used to generate power from biomass. Coconut shells were found to have an energy content of 18.21 MJ/kg. The direct combustion of coconut shells led to the formation and emission of smoke. Thus, feasibility tests were conducted to check its status as a potential fuel for downdraft gasification. The results compiled from elemental composition tests, thermal and calorific value tests, and morphology analysis revealed that coconut shells could be used as a feedstock for downdraft gasification. The syngas obtained from coconut shells primarily contained a composition of about 25.6% Hydrogen and 23.3% Carbon Monoxide.
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