Advances in Combustion Technology

This edited volume on combustion technology covers recent developments and provides a broad perspective of the key challenges in this emerging field. It is divided into two sections, one on micro-combustion systems and the other on combustion systems for aerospace. It aims to introduce the combustion system in different industries and expounds novel combustion systems with reference to pertinent renewable technologies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 252 pages
Publication date: 24 October 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This edited volume on combustion technology delves into recent developments and offers a comprehensive outlook on the significant challenges facing this rapidly evolving field. Divided into two sections, the first section encompasses micro-combustion systems, hydrogen combustors, combustion systems for gas turbines and IC engines, coal combustors for power plants, and gasifier systems. The second section focuses on combustion systems related to aerospace, including supersonic combustors, rocket engines, and gel propellant combustion. Issues pertaining to energy-producing devices in power generation, process industries, and aerospace vehicles, as well as efficient and eco-friendly combustion technologies, are also explained.

Key Features:
Comprehensive Coverage: The book provides a thorough exploration of recent advancements in combustion technology, offering a comprehensive understanding of the design and development of combustion systems.

Definitive Concepts: It elucidates fundamental concepts related to the design and development of combustion systems, enabling readers to grasp the core principles involved.

Aerospace Applications: The book captures developments relevant to the aerospace area, including gel propellant, aluminum-based propellants, gasification, and gas turbines. It aims to introduce combustion systems in various industries.

Novel Combustion Systems: It expounds on novel combustion systems with reference to pertinent renewable technologies, providing insights into the latest developments in this field.

Target Audience: This book is designed for researchers and graduate students in chemical, mechanical, and aerospace engineering, energy and environmental engineering, and thermal engineering. It is also aimed at practicing engineers and decision-makers in industry and research labs, as well as petroleum utilization.

Weight: 660g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367501525