Overview of aerosols in post-combustion CO2 capture

Book chapter (2016)

Authors

J Mertens Laborelec
M.R.M. Abu-Zahra Masdar Institute of Science and Technology
T.J.H. Vlugt Engineering Thermodynamics - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
Research Group
Engineering Thermodynamics (Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering) (TU Delft)
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Published Date

2016

Language

English

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Faculty

Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering

Department

Process and Energy

Research Group

Engineering Thermodynamics

Abstract

This chapter gives an overview on the issue of aerosol-based emissions observed in post-combustion CO2 capture. Firstly, the evidence of aerosol-based emissions obtained from different pilot plant tests is presented. Unlike vapor-based emissions, which can be quantified and predicted based on the vapor pressure of the component, aerosol-based emissions are difficult to predict as it depends on several parameters. The key elements identified to explain the observation of aerosol-based amine emissions in PCC are discussed here. As the issue is being better understood, several countermeasures have been tested. Their efficiency in reducing aerosol-based emissions and possible disadvantages are summarized. The remaining knowledge gaps both from an understanding point of view as well as from a countermeasures point of view are outlined, and can serve as a basis for future research on this topic.