Pyrolysis Study of Different Fruit Wastes Using an Aspen Plus Model

Large quantities of fruit wastes are generated during the consumption and processing fruits. The disposal in an environmentally benign way is a challenging task. biochar production from by pyrolysis receiving huge attention because it can alleviate pollution provide supply sustainably. In this study, five waste types—orange peel, banana mango endocarp, apricot kernel shell, date pits—are examined. An Aspen Plus simulation tool was employed to develop steady-state model predict product yields wastes. details proximate elemental analyses were applied as input parameters model, carried out at 300–600°C 1 atm pressure. Among wastes, pits presented highest char yield (50.92 wt.%), while endocarp offered syngas (54.23 wt.%). From results, be inferred that best suited for production, whereas orange peel appropriate generation. study further analyzed studying optimization biomass feedstock blend relative bio-oil syngas. results demonstrate shell dominate blend. It hoped current outcomes will helpful selection feedstocks generation through pyrolysis.