FUELS AND COMBUSTION

Course Description

Review of thermodynamics: laws of thermodynamics, enthalpy, entropy, otto, diesel and Bryton power cycles. Fuel classification, Fossil fuels and properties, alternative fuels. Coal, gas and lıquid fuels. Lower and higher heating value for fuels and calculations. Completed combustion, incompleted combustion, excess air ratio. Application of the first law of thermodynamics to the combustion processes. Mass and energy balance in combustion process. Combustion enthalpy. Adiabatic flame temperature. Oxygen and air for combustion, calculation for combustion products. Fluidized bed combustion and burners. Fuel storage, thermal performance, emission behavior. Fuel preparing and combustion systems. Combustion problems, pollutions, NOx control methods. Fuel cell, types, advantages, applicatios.

FUELS AND COMBUSTION

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Course outcomes

1. 01 1. Define the properties of fuels and classify fuels.
2. 02 2. Describe combustion.
3. 03 3. Explain the combustion thermodynamics
4. 04 4. Calculate air to fuel ratio for various fuels. Calculate the adiabatic flame temperature and chemical equilibrium
5. 05 5. Learn pollutant emissions and its negative effects, Nox problems, reduction measures
6. 06 6. Know combustion process in gas fueled combustion systems, energy equilibrium and to calculate efficiency.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 1, Stephen R͘ Turns, An Introductıon to Combustion: Concept and applications 2nd Ed, McGraw-Hill, 2000͘
2. 02 2. Joseph G. Singer, Combustion-Fossil Power Systems,3rd Ed, Combustion Engineering INC, 1981.
3. 03 Yunus Çengel and Michael A. Boles, Thermodynamics: An Enginnering Approach 5th Ed, McGraw-Hill,

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Describe (3) combustion fundamentals, fuel types, and key fuel properties, and Interpret (3) their significance in engines and basic gas power cycles. SOLO 3
2. L02 Formulate (3) combustion reactions and solve (3) air–fuel ratios and equivalence ratios for various fuels and combustion conditions. SOLO 3
3. L03 Analyze (4) thermochemical properties of fuels and derive (4) combustion-related quantities (e.g., heating values, enthalpy of combustion, adiabatic flame temperatures). SOLO 4
4. L04 Apply (4) chemical kinetics and equilibrium concepts to assess (5) reaction rates and species consumption. SOLO 4.5
5. L05 Describe (3) major combustion products and pollutants and interpret (3) their effects on engine operation. SOLO 3

Program Outcomes

1. Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
2. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
3. Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
4. Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
5. Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
6. Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
7. Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
8. Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
9. Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
10. Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
11. Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
12. Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
13. Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable
14. Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
15. Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
16. Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
17. Ability to work effectively as an individual.
18. Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
19. Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
20. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
21. Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
22. Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
23. Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
24. Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
25. Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
26. Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.

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