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| What is the objective of the investigation? |
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| Optimization of bio-oil production parameters. |
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| Has someone done the work before? |
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| Past models have been attempted but consistent results have not yet been seen |
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| How have I gone about with the study? |
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| Reviewed past model designs. Derived equations. Formed and solved ode system by matrix equations with Matlab (using finite difference method). Verified results -- manuf. solns, sensitivity analysis. Determined most important parameters as |
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| Why did I follow this particular route of investigation? |
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| After choosen Cen model as guide upon seeing ways to approach prob, mathematical understanding was needed. After successfuly Matlab run, verification needed |
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| What are the principles governing the technique that I am using? |
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| Finite volume method derived from Taylor polynomials. Balance equations for mass and oil comp diffusion. Constitutive (Cen Wang, et al) for enthalpy balance |
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| What assumptions did I make and what were my justifications? |
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| particle voidage calculated by trapezoidal rule since assumed to vary with the apparent densities of char and wood. |
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