Synthesis of Oxygen-free Liquid Fuel by Slow Pyrolysis of Plant Raw Material under Pressure

Abstract

The possibility of processing low-cost types of biomass, including sawdust, into oxygen-free hydrocarbon fuel was studied. Synthesis of liquid fuel was performed by slow pyrolysis of plant raw materials under pressure. It was revealed that the resulting liquid fuel had a higher volatility than the feedstock and an increased fuel calorific power compared to conventional biofuels, which was explained by deoxygenation. The possibility of producing oxygen-free liquid fuel from vegetable raw material was substantiated. It was proposed to use produced oxygen-free liquid fuels instead of mineral fuels for sustainable development.