Improved general correlations for predicting higher heating values: New polynomial correlations

Key Points

• Predictive models show improved accuracy for estimating higher heating values in various fuels, enhancing their usability.
• A notable correlation of 0.95 was achieved, implying a significant improvement over previous methods.
• Observational analysis of thermochemical properties led to the development of new polynomial correlations.
• These findings support the need for advanced predictive models in energy content assessments, impacting energy resource management.