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ScienceAsia 51 (2023): 1-11 |doi: 10.2306/scienceasia1513-1874.2023.024


Catalytic influence on biomass gasification behaviour in nickel-modified natural zeolite catalysts


Imron Rosyadia, Suyitnoa,*, Zainal Arifina, Tata Sutardib, Andika Taufiqurohmanc, Muji Setiyod, Wibawa Endra Juwanaa

 
ABSTRACT:     Thisstudyrigorouslyinvestigatesbiomassthermalbehaviorandgasificationefficiencyusingnaturalzeolite (NZ) catalysts, specifically focusing on those modified with nickel. Objectives encompass the assessment of Si/Al ratio, surface area, and pore characteristics of zeolite catalysts. Thermogravimetric Analysis exposes distinct temperature dependent biomass behaviors, emphasizing nickel?s catalytic influence, notably in Ni/NZMC at 471.95?C, indicating enhanced thermal interactions linked to cellulose decomposition. Structural changes due to nickel impregnation are detailed through X-ray diffraction patterns, revealing shifts in peak heights and Si/Al ratios. The syngas composition analysis highlights Ni/NZMC?s exceptional hydrogen production. Gasification yield results underscore zeolite catalysts? positive impact, particularly Ni/NZMC, exhibiting superior efficiency with increased gas yield and higher hydrogencontent. Thisresearchchallengesconventional beliefs, unveiling a nuanced relationship between Si/Al ratio, specific surface area, and gasification results, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of catalyst performance. These f indings significantly contribute to understanding catalyst-driven biomass conversion, providing a strong foundation for sustainable energy advancements.

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a Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), Indonesia
b Research Centre for Energy Conversion and Conservation, BRIN, Indonesia
c Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia
d Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Muhammadiyah Magelang, Indonesia

* Corresponding author, E-mail: suyitno@staff.uns.ac.id

Received 7 Mar 2024, Accepted 20 Feb 2025