Optimisation of process parameters using response surface methodology to improve the liquid fraction yield from pyrolysis of water hyacinth
Obianuju Patience Ilo, S’phumelele Lucky Nkomo, Ntandoyenkosi Malusi Mkhize, Onisimo Mutanga, Mulala Danny Simatele
Topics & Concepts
PyrolysisCharHyacinthYield (engineering)Fraction (chemistry)BiorefineryParticle sizeResponse surface methodologyEnvironmental scienceMole fractionEnvironmental engineeringRange (aeronautics)Materials sciencePulp and paper industryWaste managementChemistryChemical engineeringEngineeringChromatographyComposite materialBiofuelOrganic chemistryPhysical chemistryThermochemical Biomass Conversion ProcessesWeed Control and Herbicide ApplicationsComposting and Vermicomposting Techniques