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Briquetting of paddy straw in combination with other biomass
(CCSHAU, Hisar, 2022-07-22) Dey, Asmit; Yadvika
The present study was carried out to evaluate briquette production from a mixture of paddy straw and sugarcane bagasse. Preparation of briquettes was done at two moisture contents (8.5&12%), two particle sizes (2.36-4.75mm &4.75-9.5mm) and three mixing ratios of paddy straw and sugarcane bagasse (40:60, 50:50 and 60:40). Dependent variables like bulk density, shattering resistance, compressive strength and calorific value were analyzed. A Maximum calorific value of 15.84 MJ/kg was recorded at a 40:60 ratio of paddy straw and sugarcane bagasse at moisture content of 8.5%. Bulk density, shattering resistance and compressive strength were also highest at above said treatment. Cost-economics for the production of briquettes i.e. payback period and cost benefit ratio were 0.69 years and 1.14, respectively. The briquettes produced in this treatment were economical and high-quality briquettes which have great potential to generate revenue for the farmers and avoid pollution.