Experimental investigation on ammonia/coal co-firing of Zhundong coal and anthracite: a comparative study of combustion performance, fuel-N conversion and ash deposition

Key Points

• Combustion performance shows significant variation when co-firing ammonia with Zhundong coal and anthracite, impacting efficiency.
• Fuel-n conversion rates reached up to 70% in high-performance scenarios, showing promise for improved emissions management.
• Experimental investigation focusing on combustion and ash deposition provides comparative data for coal types and co-firing methods.
• This study highlights the potential for co-firing to enhance energy output while managing pollutant emission in coal combustion.