BIOS, PHOTOS, ABSTRACTS

“Update on Oxy-fuel Combustion”

JANUARY 10, 2013

RICHARD AXELBAUM – WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

BIO: Professor Axelbaum is the Jens Professor of Environmental Engineering Science and the Director of the Consortium for Clean Coal Utilization at Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL). He has over 65 peer-reviewed publications and holds four patents. Professor Axelbaum studies combustion phenomena, ranging from oxy-coal combustion to flame synthesis of nanotubes. Recently, his efforts have been focused on addressing global concerns over carbon dioxide emissions by developing approaches to carbon capture and storage (CCS).

ABSTRACT: Staged Pressurized Oxy-Combustion for Next Generation Carbon Capture and Storage

This talk will describe a novel system for carbon capture and storage (CCS) wherein coal and oxygen are combusted in stages under pressure.  This approach increases plant efficiency and is expected to reduce the cost of electricity as it addresses a number of the challenges associated with traditional oxy-combustion for carbon capture.

CHENDHIL PERIASAMY AND ROBERT GAGLIANO – AIR LIQUIDE

BIOS:

Chendhil Periasamy, Ph. D. is a Senior Research Scientist at Air Liquide’s Delaware Research and Technology Center in Newark, Delaware.  He has developed cleaner and energy-efficient oxy-combustion systems for power plant, glass, non-ferrous and steel industry applications.  His research interests include oxy-combustion, industrial furnaces, energy systems, burner testing, combustion diagnostics and oxygen safety.  He is the author/co-author of over 30 peer-reviewed journal and conference publications in combustion and energy related topics.  He has a Ph. D. in Combustion from the University of Oklahoma (USA) with Professor S. R. Gollahalli. He has bachelors and masters degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Madras (India) and Anna University (India).

Robert Gagliano currently holds the position of Combustion Group Manager at Air Liquide’s Delaware Research and Technology Center in Newark, Delaware.  Throughout his technical career, Rob has worked in a variety of fields including, failure analysis, metallurgy, water treatment, hydrogen production, and combustion.  Rob holds a Ph. D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Northwestern University and a Bachelors Degree in Engineering Science from SUNY Stony Brook. 

ABSTRACT: Update on Oxy-fuel Combustion System Design for Natural Gas-fired Power Plants with Flue Gas Recirculation

In this presentation, we describe the latest developments on oxy-fuel combustion system design for power plants firing natural gas.  Key design considerations for burner and combustion system of the boiler island will be discussed.  Role of flue gas recirculation ratio in reducing NO_x will also be highlighted.  Use of computer modeling in supporting burner design and pilot scale testing will be explained.

LEONARD DEVANNA – CLEAN ENERGY SYSTEMS

BIO: Mr. Devanna is the Executive Vice President of Clean Energy Systems. He has over 25 years of experience in various energy related companies.  Prior to joining Clean Energy Systems, Mr. Devanna’s previous positions included President and Founder of Advanced Energy Systems, President of Jadoo Power, Senior Vice President of Commonwealth Energy Systems, Vice President of Energy Supply for Commonwealth Gas Co and Co-Founder of NeuCo.  Mr. Devanna has served on the Board of Directors of over ten energy companies. His leadership positions have been across various energy sectors including distributed generation, energy supply, liquefied natural gas, fuel cells, process optimization software and oxy fuel combustion. Mr. Devanna is a licensed Professional Engineer, holds an MBA from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, a Masters in Engineering from San Diego State University and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Massachusetts.

ABSTRACT: An Up-Date on Oxy-Fuel Combustion

The presentation provides an overview of CES’ progress in developing oxy-fuel combustion systems that serve as the core technology in producing zero emission power, CO₂ for EOR operations, steam for SAGD applications and potable water. A description of the oxy-fuel gas generators and the recently developed oxy-fuel turbines is provided. The presentation discusses developing markets and CES’ product portfolio to address current and emerging opportunities.