Micro turbinas de gas con generadores de alta velocidad para sistemas de energia locales inteligentes

At present, the share of energy collected from renewable resources and low-power units is growing, and the generation becomes distributed, having many facilities that operate in co-generation mode. That is why the construction of an energy system with distributed heterogeneous sources and the improvement of its efficiency have become widely discussed issues. This paper proposes a solution of a local smart energy systemfortheTechnoEcoPark, a sciencepark of Rostov State Transport University, Rostov, Russia. The solution aims to integrate the distributed generation facilities, including environmentally friendly renewable resources, grid infrastructure and consumers with controllable and uncontrollable load. Theapproachtothe problem is the application of a smart control systemthatmanagesgeneration, distribution and consumptionof energy in a mini-CHP-based autonomous energy system. Such smart control systems reveal the trends of optimal energydistribution in a autonomousenergysystem. The study substantiates that installation of an in-house mini-CHP can solve the task of supplying heat and powertotheTechnoEcoPark. The important advantage of the solution is a significant reduction of expenses on energy consumption as the generation costs less compared to the grid tariffs. The proposed energy supply system of the TechnoEcoPark exemplifies the integration of heterogeneous heat and power sources and consumers into a commonnetwork. The paper outlines the mechanisms of the energy system efficiency improvement. These mechanisms make it possible to provide heat and power supply services to consumers and to return the generated power into the centralized grid. The materials of the paper can be of use to the specialists and researchers who are interested in generation and distribution of energy in autonomous systems.En la actualidad, la proporción de energía recolectada de recursos renovables y unidades de baja potencia está creciendo, y la generación se distribuye, teniendo muchas instalaciones que operan en modo de cogeneración. Es por eso que la construcción de un sistema de energía con fuentes heterogéneas distribuidas y la mejora de su eficiencia se han convertido en temas ampliamente discutidos. Este documento propone una solución de un sistema de energía inteligente local para TechnoEcoPark, un parque científico de la Universidad Estatal de Transporte de Rostov, Rostov, Rusia. La solución tiene como objetivo integrar las instalaciones de generación distribuida, incluidos los recursos renovables ecológicos, la infraestructura de la red y los consumidores con carga controlable e incontrolable. El enfoque del problema es la aplicación de un sistema de control inteligente que gestiona la generación, distribución y consumo de energía en un sistema de energía autónomo basado en mini-CHP. Tales sistemas de control inteligente revelan las tendencias de distribución óptima de energía en un sistema energético autónomo. El estudio confirma que la instalación de un mini-CHP interno puede resolver la tarea de suministrar calor y energía al TechnoEcoPark. La ventaja importante de la solución es una reducción significativa de los gastos en consumo de energía, ya que la generación cuesta menos en comparación con las tarifas de la red. El sistema de suministro de energía propuesto por TechnoEcoPark ejemplifica la integración de fuentes heterogéneas de calor y energía y consumidores en una red común. El documento describe los mecanismos de mejora de la eficiencia del sistema energético. Estos mecanismos permiten proporcionar servicios de suministro de calor y energía a los consumidores y devolver la energía generada a la red centralizada. Los materiales del documento pueden ser de utilidad para los especialistas e investigadores interesados ​​en la generación y distribución de energía en sistemas autónomos

Role of Carbon Phase in the Formation of Foam Glass Porous Structure

The production of durable, non-combustible, heat-insulating materials is currently very important. One of the most promising materials is foam glass. Modern enterprises widely use organic foaming agents in foam glass production. The purpose of this work is to study the role of the carbon phase formed during the organic foaming agent’s (glycerol) thermal destruction in the processes of glass mass foaming. The samples were synthesized using the powder method with high-temperature treatment. Different ratios of glycerol and waterglass in a foaming mixture showed that amount of glycerol should be less than in waterglass. Otherwise, the amount is excessive and the glycerol burns out. It was shown that the quantitative description of the carbon phase structure and properties is complicated by its nanometer size and fusion into the glass. Theoretical calculations demonstrate that carbon particle size cannot be greater than 535 nm. Using a set of methods, it was proved that the carbon phase is represented by nanometer particles of amorphous sp2-carbon. Therefore, the foaming mechanism includes nanoparticles settling and immersing into the glass surface, a reaction of carbon with the sulfate ions from glass with a release of gases. Conclusions on foaming intensification via using sulfur additions and other organic foaming agents were drawn

Role of Carbon Phase in the Formation of Foam Glass Porous Structure

The production of durable, non-combustible, heat-insulating materials is currently very important. One of the most promising materials is foam glass. Modern enterprises widely use organic foaming agents in foam glass production. The purpose of this work is to study the role of the carbon phase formed during the organic foaming agent’s (glycerol) thermal destruction in the processes of glass mass foaming. The samples were synthesized using the powder method with high-temperature treatment. Different ratios of glycerol and waterglass in a foaming mixture showed that amount of glycerol should be less than in waterglass. Otherwise, the amount is excessive and the glycerol burns out. It was shown that the quantitative description of the carbon phase structure and properties is complicated by its nanometer size and fusion into the glass. Theoretical calculations demonstrate that carbon particle size cannot be greater than 535 nm. Using a set of methods, it was proved that the carbon phase is represented by nanometer particles of amorphous sp2-carbon. Therefore, the foaming mechanism includes nanoparticles settling and immersing into the glass surface, a reaction of carbon with the sulfate ions from glass with a release of gases. Conclusions on foaming intensification via using sulfur additions and other organic foaming agents were drawn

Peculiarities of the use of siliceous raw materials of the Russian Far East in the integrated pipeline protection

Modern trends in the development of Russian oil and gas infrastructure are examined. The important role of the Far East in the transportation and export of oil is revealed. The main threats in the operation of pipelines are described. The integrated protection technology of pipeline surfaces is proposed. The structure and properties of local silicate raw material – diatomite – are studied. The technology of obtaining glass enamel coating is designed to protect the internal surface of the pipe. The phase composition, microstructure and properties of the coating are compared with analogues. The technology of foam glass production is designed to protect the external surface of the pipe. The foaming processes are studied; the properties and structure of the material are examined. The optimum ratio of raw materials is revealed. Recommendations on the application of the developed technology for integrated pipeline protection are given

Peculiarities of the use of siliceous raw materials of the Russian Far East in the integrated pipeline protection

Modern trends in the development of Russian oil and gas infrastructure are examined. The important role of the Far East in the transportation and export of oil is revealed. The main threats in the operation of pipelines are described. The integrated protection technology of pipeline surfaces is proposed. The structure and properties of local silicate raw material – diatomite – are studied. The technology of obtaining glass enamel coating is designed to protect the internal surface of the pipe. The phase composition, microstructure and properties of the coating are compared with analogues. The technology of foam glass production is designed to protect the external surface of the pipe. The foaming processes are studied; the properties and structure of the material are examined. The optimum ratio of raw materials is revealed. Recommendations on the application of the developed technology for integrated pipeline protection are given

Gas micro-turbines with high-speed electric generators for local smart energy systems

At present, the share of energy collected from renewable resources and low-power units is growing, and the generation becomes distributed, having many facilities that operate in co-generation mode. That is why the construction of an energy system with distributed heterogeneous sources and the improvement of its efficiency have become widely discussed issues. This paper proposes a solution of a local smart energy systemfortheTechnoEcoPark, a sciencepark of Rostov State Transport University, Rostov, Russia. The solution aims to integrate the distributed generation facilities, including environmentally friendly renewable resources, grid infrastructure and consumers with controllable and uncontrollable load. Theapproachtothe problem is the application of a smart control systemthatmanagesgeneration, distribution and consumptionof energy in a mini-CHP-based autonomous energy system. Such smart control systems reveal the trends of optimal energydistribution in a autonomousenergysystem. The study substantiates that installation of an in-house mini-CHP can solve the task of supplying heat and powertotheTechnoEcoPark. The important advantage of the solution is a significant reduction of expenses on energy consumption as the generation costs less compared to the grid tariffs. The proposed energy supply system of the TechnoEcoPark exemplifies the integration of heterogeneous heat and power sources and consumers into a commonnetwork. The paper outlines the mechanisms of the energy system efficiency improvement. These mechanisms make it possible to provide heat and power supply services to consumers and to return the generated power into the centralized grid. The materials of the paper can be of use to the specialists and researchers who are interested in generation and distribution of energy in autonomous systems.En la actualidad, la proporción de energía recolectada de recursos renovables y unidades de baja potencia está creciendo, y la generación se distribuye, teniendo muchas instalaciones que operan en modo de cogeneración. Es por eso que la construcción de un sistema de energía con fuentes heterogéneas distribuidas y la mejora de su eficiencia se han convertido en temas ampliamente discutidos. Este documento propone una solución de un sistema de energía inteligente local para TechnoEcoPark, un parque científico de la Universidad Estatal de Transporte de Rostov, Rostov, Rusia. La solución tiene como objetivo integrar las instalaciones de generación distribuida, incluidos los recursos renovables ecológicos, la infraestructura de la red y los consumidores con carga controlable e incontrolable. El enfoque del problema es la aplicación de un sistema de control inteligente que gestiona la generación, distribución y consumo de energía en un sistema de energía autónomo basado en mini-CHP. Tales sistemas de control inteligente revelan las tendencias de distribución óptima de energía en un sistema energético autónomo. El estudio confirma que la instalación de un mini-CHP interno puede resolver la tarea de suministrar calor y energía al TechnoEcoPark. La ventaja importante de la solución es una reducción significativa de los gastos en consumo de energía, ya que la generación cuesta menos en comparación con las tarifas de la red. El sistema de suministro de energía propuesto por TechnoEcoPark ejemplifica la integración de fuentes heterogéneas de calor y energía y consumidores en una red común. El documento describe los mecanismos de mejora de la eficiencia del sistema energético. Estos mecanismos permiten proporcionar servicios de suministro de calor y energía a los consumidores y devolver la energía generada a la red centralizada. Los materiales del documento pueden ser de utilidad para los especialistas e investigadores interesados ​​en la generación y distribución de energía en sistemas autónomos

Recycling Ash and Slag Waste from Thermal Power Plants to Produce Foamed Geopolymers

Ash and slag waste (ASW) from coal combustion creates significant environmental and economic challenges. A promising method of ASW recycling is alkali activation with geopolymer material formation. This study investigates the influence of activating solution components (sodium hydroxide and sodium silicate) on the formation of porous geopolymers using ASW of different origins. The sodium hydroxide content of 0–4 wt.% and the sodium silicate content of 17–25 wt.% were studied. An increase in sodium hydroxide resulted in decreased density, but it adversely affected the strength. An increase in sodium silicate led to a compromised porous structure with relatively high density and compressive strength. An optimal composition, S19N3, comprising 3 wt.% of sodium hydroxide and 19 wt.% of sodium silicate obtained porous geopolymers with uniformly distributed 1.4–2 mm pores and a corresponding density of 335 kg/m3, a compressive strength of 0.55 MPa, a porosity value of 85.6%, and a thermal conductivity value of 0.075 W/(m·K). A mechanism for porous geopolymer formation was developed, including the interaction of alkaline components with ASW and a foaming agent, foaming, curing, and densification. The mechanism was examined using ASW from the Severodvinsk CHPP-1. This study allows for the optimization of geopolymer mixtures with various waste sources and the utilization of waste materials in the construction industry

Improving the Properties of Porous Geopolymers Based on TPP Ash and Slag Waste by Adjusting Their Chemical Composition

The possibility of improving the properties of porous geopolymer materials based on ash and slag waste from thermal power plants by adjusting their chemical composition is considered. An X-ray phase analysis of ash and slag wastes was carried out, the geopolymers’ precursor compositions were calculated, and additives to correct their chemical composition were selected. The samples were synthesized and their physical and mechanical properties (density, porosity, compressive strength, thermal conductivity) were analyzed. The micro- and macro-structure of the samples and the pore distribution of the obtained geopolymers were studied and pore-distribution histograms were obtained. The influence of Si:Al ratio on structural changes was described. The geopolymers’ phase composition was studied, consisting of an amorphous phase and high quartz and mullite. A conclusion about the applicability of this method for obtaining high-quality porous geopolymers was made