Open AccessMechanical and Physical Properties of Khaya senegalensis Solid Fuel Pellet with Different Binder Percentages
Author(s) -
Ras Izzati Ismail,
Abd Razak Shaari,
Khor Chu Yee,
Alina Rahayu Mohamed,
Muhammad Syakirin Bin Abd Rahim,
Lee Yit Leng,
Wan Nur A’tiqah Wan Draman,
Nur Lailina Makhtar,
Norawanis Abdul Razak,
Mohd Riduan Jamalludin
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
journal of physics. conference series
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 85
eISSN - 1742-6596
pISSN - 1742-6588
DOI - 10.1088/1742-6596/2051/1/012037
Subject(s) - pellets , pellet , durability , materials science , compressive strength , pelletizing , composite material , pulp and paper industry , waste management , environmental science , engineering
The characteristics of the solid fuel pellets, such as its strength, durability and density can be used to assess its quality. During the transport and storage, pellets with low strength and durability produces dusts and ultimately resulting in equipment blockage, high pollution emissions, and an increased risk of fire and explosion. Therefore, pellet manufacturing process should be given priority to improve pellet quality. The use of binder in the production of pellets will aid in improving pellet quality. Therefore, this study investigates the influence of different binder percentages on the mechanical properties of K. senegelensis fuel pellets. Durability, unit density, bulk density and diametral compressive strength testing were carried out in compliance with international standards. It was discovered that pellets containing 4% cassava starch binder produces better results, particularly in terms of durability and compressive ldiametral strength.