On the Optimization of Thermal Waste Destruction Systems

Abstract

<p>A computer technique for the optimization of thermal waste destruction systems for various design modes, with emphasis on satisfying the air pollution limitations is discussed. The approach considers the incineration of wastes by addition of fuels to permit the thermal destruction of waste materials which are potential pollutants. The computer optimizing package developed utilizes a modified form of a NASA chemical equilibrium program, the Pasquill-Gifford gas diffusion equation and an optimization routine. </p><p>The method employed incorporates the mathematical modeling of elementary incineration systems, with consideration of the practical aspects of the problem. The final computer design and assessment package is flexible and is developed in a way that permits upgrading and modification for realistic systems. </p>