Tar-rich
coal
that
yields
oil
and
gas
resources
is
abundant
in
northwestern
China.
However,
due
to
variations
the
coal-forming
environment,
occurrence
of
tar-rich
its
key
molecular
structures
differ
across
layers
regions,
which
induces
pyrolysis
process
these
coals
are
different.
Here,
four
samples
with
different
tar
indicated
various
facies
were
investigated
by
thermogravimetric
analysis
in-situ
transmission
FTIR.
Based
on
comprehensive
results
research,
have
a
significant
effect
yield
controlling
structure.
Specifically,
formed
stronger
reducing
environment
higher
content
aliphatic
oxygen-containing
functional
groups,
more
Cal-Cal,
Cal-H,
Cal-O,
Cal-N
bonds
breaking
up
during
pyrolysis,
approximately
60%
total
broken
chemical
bond
content,
also
corresponds
samples.
During
process,
it
was
further
observed
FTIR
had
-CH2-,
-CH-,
C-O,
C=O
participated
reaction.
These
showed
faster
thermal
decomposition
rate
after
400
°C,
high
-CH2-
-CH-
affected
changes
-CH-/-CH2-,
-CH-/-CH3,
-CH2-/-CH3
values
influence
structural
types
groups
coal.
After
degree
reduction
structure
than
free-ends
-CH3
structures.
Coal
weaker
significantly
Additionally,
formation
gaseous
products
from
closely
related
evolution
residual
accumulation
increases
enhancement
condition
environment.
Journal of environmental chemical engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(5), P. 113352 - 113352
Published: June 17, 2024
This
research
focuses
on
developing
activated
biochars
for
CO2
adsorption,
evaluating
the
impact
of
particle
size
and
steam
activation
conditions
almond
shells
(AS),
pistachio
(PS),
nut
(NS),
three
crops
that
are
grown
worldwide.
A
literature
review
was
carried
out
characteristic
parameters
a
biomass
must
have
to
produce
biochar
an
acceptable
quality
capture
CO2.
Initially,
physicochemical
characterization
selected
biomasses
conducted,
revealing
high
levels
volatiles
(78–84
wt%),
carbon
(41–53
inherent
metals
(Ca,
K,
Mg
Na).
process
involved
pyrolysis
under
pre-established
conditions,
followed
by
adsorption
analysis
using
thermogravimetry.
Interestingly,
intermediate-sized
(ranging
from
2
1.4
mm)
exhibited
higher
uptake.
Once
optimal
determined,
were
further
optimized
varying
temperature.
In
this
regard,
these
established
at
900
°C
30
min,
flow
rate
0.15
mL/min
pressure
1
bar.
study
highlighted
heterogeneity,
resulting
in
distinct
morphologies
(microporous
PS
biochars,
mesoporous
NS
AS
biochars)
content
compared
raw
materials.
However,
O/C
H/C
ratios
fell
as
severity
rose.
On
researching
holding
times
constant
temperature
°C,
similar
trends
observed,
with
biochars.
Finally,
based
results,
2.81,
2.12
1.76
mmol/g
PS,
respectively,
shorter
(15
min)
Processes,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(4), P. 1064 - 1064
Published: April 2, 2025
The
conventional
pyrolysis
of
tar-rich
coals
faces
limitations
in
maximizing
tar
yield
and
optimizing
composition,
often
resulting
inefficient
resource
utilization
elevated
emissions
CO2.
This
study
investigates
a
novel
cryogenic
pretreatment
method
using
liquid
nitrogen
to
enhance
efficiency,
aiming
improve
transform
quality
for
sustainable
coal
utilization.
Three
underwent
at
varying
temperatures
(0
−90
°C)
via
nitrogen,
followed
by
pyrolysis.
product
distribution
(tar,
gas)
were
analyzed
compared
the
Gray–King
assay.
increased
25.8–44.6%
methods,
achieving
maximum
7.8–16.0
wt%
°C.
CO2
decreased
12.7–27.4%,
while
CH4
H2
proportions
rose
15.1–60.2%,
enhancing
gas
energy
content.
reduced
benzene
compounds
4.4–13.9
aromatic
derivatives
13.9–20.5
wt%,
indicating
shift
toward
higher-value
chemicals.
approach
demonstrates
dual
benefits
boosting
productivity
reducing
carbon
emissions,
offering
promising
path
cleaner
more
efficient
Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
181, P. 106643 - 106643
Published: July 22, 2024
Understanding
the
mechanisms
governing
coal
pyrolysis
reactions,
particularly
in
relation
to
macromolecular
structure,
is
crucial
for
improving
energy
efficiency
and
facilitating
transition
of
into
a
clean
source.
This
study
employs
cutting-edge
techniques,
such
as
High-Resolution
Transmission
Electron
Microscopy
(HRTEM)
Thermogravimetric
Analysis
coupled
with
Fourier
Transform
Infrared
Spectroscopy
Mass
Spectrometry
(TG–FTIR–MS),
analyze
lignite
its
residual
solid
samples
subjected
across
range
temperatures
from
300
°C
1100
°C.
The
variational
characteristics
structure
during
are
examined.
Utilizing
molecular
dynamics
simulations,
we
evolution
mechanism
carbon
organic
matter
process.
results
show
that
can
be
divided
three
distinct
phases:
activation
(30–300
°C),
(300–650
condensation
(650–1200
°C).
During
these
phases,
undergoes
complex
transformations,
including
folding,
twisting,
shedding
small
side
chains,
breaking
ultimately
leading
directional
arrangement
structural
fragments.
units
initially
undergo
decomposition,
followed
by
growth
alignment
certain
direction.
spatial
distribution
aromatic
evolves
local
ordering
complete
disordering,
culminating
larger-scale,
three-dimensional
ordering.
order
bond
within
is:
oxygen-containing
functional
groups
(such
C–O
COOH)
>
aliphatic
(N–C
C–C)
(CC).
By
uncovering
reaction
intermediates
pathways
involved
pyrolysis,
this
research
provides
comprehensive
quantitative
description
These
insights
offer
invaluable
theoretical
support
industrial-scale
coal,
paving
way
more
efficient
sustainable
utilization
resource.