In this paper we consider some practical applications of model reduction methods in unstable gas turbine and rocket combustion. We explore a set of promising methods for reducing computational burden in large scale LES calculations of unsteady turbulent combustion, as well as define scenarios in which model reduction can be advantageous. Three combustors will be considered here, that have been ...

Premixed or partially premixed compression ignition modes, such as homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI), have been a particular focus among researchers because of their potential to deliver enhanced fuel efficiency and meet exhaust emissions mandates without the addition of costly after-treatment technologies as currently required with traditional spark ignition (SI) and direct inject...

We seek to model the coupled evolution of a planet and civilization through era when energy harvesting by drives into new adverse climate states. In this way we ask if triggering "anthropocenes" kind humanity is experiencing now might be generic feature planet-civilization evolution. study focus on effects via combustion vary planet's initial atmospheric chemistry orbital radius. our model, inc...

Coal is a combustible material applicable to a variety of oxidation scenarios with conditions ranging from atmospheric temperature to ignition temperature. One of the most frequent and serious causes of coal fires is self-heating or spontaneous combustion. Opening an underground coal seam to mine ventilation air, such as long-wall gob and goaf areas and coal stockpiles, creates a risk of sponta...

The presence of particle-associated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) was investigated in mixed residential/light industrial, industrial and commercial zones in summer 2000 and winter 2001 in Tangshan, China. Thirteen PAHs were measured with the total average concentrations (ng/m) of PAHs ranged from 26.5 to 313.6 in summer and from 142.4 to 672.4 in winter. The average concentrations of ...

As part of DOE/NETL’s Carbon Sequestration Program, we are developing an integrated, multi-pollutant modeling framework to evaluate the costs and performance of alternative carbon capture and sequestration technologies for fossil-fueled power plants. The model calculates emissions, costs, and efficiency on a systematic basis at the level of an individual plant or facility. Both new and existing...

Homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) is a futuristic combustion technology that operates with a high fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. HCCI combustion is characterized by complex nonlinear dynamics which necessitates a model based control approach for automotive application. HCCI engine control is a nonlinear, multi-input multi-output problem with state and actuator constraints w...