Journal of Chemical Engineering & Process Technology
Open Access
ISSN: 2157-7048
ISSN: 2157-7048
Mohammed M. Farid
New Zealand
Research Article
Microwave Pyrolysis of Plastic
Author(s): Elham Khaghanikavkani, Mohammed M. Farid, John Holdem and Allan WilliamsonElham Khaghanikavkani, Mohammed M. Farid, John Holdem and Allan Williamson
Microwave heating has been used in the chemical industry for many years for diverse applications due to advantages, such as volumetric heating, high power density, and fast and easier temperature control. The motivation of this work is to develop a methodology to use potential benefits of microwave as a heat source in plastic pyrolysis. A goal was to use the available knowledge to design and build a rotating microwave reactor, to attain homogeneous temperature distribution in anticipation of producing pyrolysis products with uniform molecular hydrocarbon distribution. Also, it was sought to investigate the effect of process parameters on products’ yield and composition, and examine their suitability as fuel and useful chemicals. A rotating microwave reactor was designed and fabricated using a coaxial transmission structure without the limitations of the commonly-used enclosed gl.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2157-7048.1000150