Nanomaterial-assisted anaerobic digestion of biomass for bioenergy and biofuel production

Rabia Liaquat, Muhammad Muddasar

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Abstract

This chapter examines the potential for nanomaterials to enhance the anaerobic digestion (AD) of biomass for bioenergy and biofuel production. The impact of nanoparticles on methanogenesis, process stability, and impurities in biogas production is discussed. This chapter delves into different types of nanomaterials, including metallic, metal oxide, carbon-based, and multicompound nanoparticles, and their effects on the AD process. Furthermore, the factors affecting the efficacy of nanoparticles, such as size, concentration, pH, pressure, and temperature, are discussed along with the synthesis routes of nanoparticles. The study concludes with an analysis of the energy and cost implications of using nanoparticles in AD and the challenges and future prospects for their incorporation. Overall, the research highlights the use of nanomaterials in optimizing the AD process for sustainable bioenergy and biofuel production.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationNanomaterials in Biomass Conversion
Subtitle of host publicationAdvances and Applications for Bioenergy, Biofuels, and Bio-based Products
PublisherElsevier
Pages235-266
Number of pages32
ISBN (Electronic)9780443135002
ISBN (Print)9780443135019
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2024

Keywords

  • Anaerobic digestion
  • Biofuel production
  • Kinetics
  • Nanomaterials
  • Process stability

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