Characterization of briquette bamboo charcoal using Gigantochloa albociliata

Nazkhar, Nadia Nursabrina (2024) Characterization of briquette bamboo charcoal using Gigantochloa albociliata. [Project Paper] (Submitted)

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Abstract

Gigantochloa albociliata is a fast-growing bamboo species recognized for its eco-friendly attributes and abundant availability. Its desirable characteristics need to be analyzed to realize its full potential as the new source of fuel, typically in the production of briquettes replacing the ones that are commercialized. The bamboo Gigantochloa albociliata was retrieved in Kampung Sungai Senam, Sik, Kedah. Three samples were prepared, which were freshly cut bamboo, two weeks air-dried bamboo, and two months air-dried bamboo. The preparation of briquettes was done by crushing the bamboo charcoal into powder, and the starch solution was added as a binding agent for the briquette to undergo compression. Three replicates of briquettes of each condition of bamboo were tested to further understand the characteristics of the briquettes produced from this bamboo. Testing conducted was density, moisture content, ash content, ignition time, and calorific value. The outcomes of this study aim to produce briquettes with better properties compared to existing commercial briquettes. As a result, a sample of two months of air-dried bamboo has the highest potential to serve as an alternative source of energy replacing other fuel due to its maximum calorific value (6484 cal/g), low moisture content (6.22%), high density (0.8387 g/cm3), and fast ignition time (5.84 min).

Item Type:	Project Paper
Depositing User:	Ms. ROHANA ALIAS
Date Deposited:	20 May 2024 00:17
Last Modified:	05 Aug 2024 04:33
URI:	http://psaspb.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/1814

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