Fundamental Combustion Properties of H2/CO Mixtures: Ignition and Flame Propagation at Elevated Pressures
Authors: C. J. Sung and C.K. Law
Direct link to the paper: DOI:10.1080/00102200801963169
Abstract:
Because of the current interest in the use of syngas in gas turbine applications, this article provides an overview of the fundamental combustion characteristics of H2/CO mixtures, with emphasis on ignition and flame propagation at high pressures. Specifically, the effects of pressure on the fundamental combustion properties, including auto-ignition delays, forced ignition limits, and laminar flame speeds, are demonstrated and discussed through several recent high-pressure experiments. The controlling reactions in ignition and flame propagation are identified. Through comparison of the newly obtained high-pressure experimental data and the computational results based on existing kinetic models, discrepancies in the rate parameters for the sensitive reactions are also discussed.
Citation: C. J. Sung and C.K. Law, “Fundamental Combustion Properties of H2/CO Mixtures: Ignition and Flame Propagation at Elevated Pressures,” Combustion Science and Technology 180 (6), 1097-1116 (2008).