SubsidieMeestersPlasma Reactors for Efficient Fertilizer Production Applied in a Real Environment
The project develops and optimizes plasma reactors for sustainable NOx production from air, aiming to enhance green fertilizer production and reduce NH3 emissions in agriculture.
Projectdetails
Introduction
My project aims to demonstrate the proof of concept of new plasma reactors for sustainable and energy-efficient NOx production from air, as a basis for green fertilizer production. Plasma is created by applying electricity; it is quickly switched on/off and has no economy of scale, so it is ideal in combination with renewable (intermittent) electricity. Thus, it is of interest for the electrification of fertilizer production.
Background
This project originates from my ERC SyG, where we obtained record values in plasma-based NOx production and energy cost (EC). Now it is time to bring this into real application through optimization of the reactor design and its performance.
Reactor Development
We will build three different plasma reactor designs based on innovative computer model predictions. The following steps will be taken:
- Test the optimal matching to the power supply for maximum efficiency.
- Test the effect of:
- Quenching
- Heat recovery
- Pre-heating
- Gas recirculation
- Sorption materials
These tests aim to further improve the performance in terms of NOx yields and EC.
Real-World Testing
Subsequently, we will test the reactors in a real-world context, specifically air with varying humidity. We will explore the reactor robustness for both continuous long-term and intermittent operation.
Stakeholder Engagement
In the last two months, we plan demos for interested stakeholders, serving as real-life market analysis.
SWOT Analysis
Finally, we will perform a SWOT analysis, comparing the three reactors in terms of overall performance in a real-world context. This analysis will help decide which reactor will be selected for up-scaling and potential commercialization.
Innovation Goals
PREPARE aims to drive innovation for the application of HNO3 and NH4NO3 production, which currently relies mainly on non-sustainable resources. In addition, it can provide a solution to curb NH3 emissions from livestock and poultry farming by letting the plasma-produced NOx react with the emitted NH3 to form NH4NO3.
Conclusion
Hence, PREPARE provides an innovative route for greening up:
- The chemical/fertilizer-production industry
- The livestock and poultry farming sector.
Financiële details & Tijdlijn
Financiële details
| Subsidiebedrag | € 150.000 |
| Totale projectbegroting | € 150.000 |
Tijdlijn
| Startdatum | 1-11-2022 |
| Einddatum | 30-4-2024 |
| Subsidiejaar | 2022 |
Partners & Locaties
Projectpartners
- UNIVERSITEIT ANTWERPENpenvoerder
Land(en)
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