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Himanshu Kulshreshtha
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Asked: May 15, 20242024-05-15T11:14:47+05:30 2024-05-15T11:14:47+05:30In: ENERGY TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT

Explain schematic flow sheet for high rate farm scale digester.

Explain schematic flow sheet for high rate farm scale digester.

 

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      2024-05-15T11:15:11+05:30Added an answer on May 15, 2024 at 11:15 am

      A schematic flow sheet for a high-rate farm-scale digester outlines the main components and processes involved in anaerobic digestion, a biological process that converts organic waste into biogas and fertilizer. Here's an explanation:

      1. Feedstock Intake: The process begins with the intake of organic feedstock into the digester system. Feedstock can include agricultural residues, animal manure, food waste, and other organic materials. Proper handling and preparation of the feedstock ensure efficient digestion and biogas production.

      2. Feedstock Mixing and Pre-treatment: The feedstock may undergo mixing and pre-treatment to optimize the digestion process. This may involve shredding, grinding, or chopping the feedstock into smaller particles to increase surface area and enhance microbial activity. Mixing ensures uniform distribution of feedstock and prevents stratification within the digester.

      3. Anaerobic Digestion Tank: The pre-treated feedstock is then fed into the anaerobic digestion tank, which is the main reactor vessel where anaerobic digestion takes place. The tank is typically equipped with a mixer or agitator to maintain homogeneity and facilitate the circulation of microbes and nutrients.

      4. Microbial Digestion: Within the anaerobic digestion tank, specialized microorganisms break down the organic matter in the feedstock in the absence of oxygen, producing biogas as a byproduct. This biological process involves multiple stages, including hydrolysis, acidogenesis, acetogenesis, and methanogenesis, each carried out by different groups of bacteria and archaea.

      5. Biogas Collection: Biogas, primarily composed of methane (CH4) and carbon dioxide (CO2), is continuously produced during anaerobic digestion. It is collected from the top of the digestion tank and conveyed to a gas storage facility. Biogas can be stored in a gas holder or utilized directly for heat and power generation, cooking, or other applications.

      6. Effluent Treatment: The digested slurry, or effluent, remaining after biogas production, is discharged from the digestion tank and may undergo further treatment. Effluent treatment may include solid-liquid separation, nutrient recovery, and pathogen reduction to produce a nutrient-rich biofertilizer suitable for agricultural use.

      7. Biogas Utilization: The collected biogas can be utilized as a renewable energy source for various on-farm applications, including heating, electricity generation, and vehicle fuel. Biogas utilization systems may include biogas engines, turbines, boilers, or combined heat and power (CHP) units, depending on the specific energy needs of the farm.

      8. Waste Heat Recovery (Optional): In some systems, waste heat generated during biogas combustion or electricity generation can be recovered and utilized for additional on-farm processes, such as space heating, water heating, or drying operations, improving overall energy efficiency and resource utilization.

      By following this schematic flow sheet, high-rate farm-scale digesters can effectively convert organic waste into valuable renewable energy and fertilizer, contributing to sustainable agriculture and resource management.

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