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Mechanical and physical properties of khaya senegalensis solid fuel pellet with different binder percentages
Mechanical and physical properties of khaya senegalensis solid fuel pellet with different binder percentages
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2021-10-25
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Ras Izzati Ismail
Shaari A.R.
Khor Chu Yee
Alina Rahayu Mohamed
Rahim M.S.b.A.
Lee Yit Leng
Wan Nur A'tiqah Wan Draman
Nur Lailina Makhtar
Norawanis Abdul Razak
Mohd Riduan Jamalludin
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The characteristics of the solid fuel pellets, such as its strength, durability and density can be used to assess its quality. During the transport and storage, pellets with low strength and durability produces dusts and ultimately resulting in equipment blockage, high pollution emissions, and an increased risk of fire and explosion. Therefore, pellet manufacturing process should be given priority to improve pellet quality. The use of binder in the production of pellets will aid in improving pellet quality. Therefore, this study investigates the influence of different binder percentages on the mechanical properties of K. senegelensis fuel pellets. Durability, unit density, bulk density and diametral compressive strength testing were carried out in compliance with international standards. It was discovered that pellets containing 4% cassava starch binder produces better results, particularly in terms of durability and compressive ldiametral strength.