A LITERATURE REVIEW OF THE BRIQUETTING MACHINE

Abstract

The global use of fossil fuels has engendered widespread issues, such as climate change and adverse effects on public health. Many developing nations annually generate substantial quantities of biomass wastes, often mishandled or disposed of in environmentally detrimental ways. Nonetheless, there exists potential to transform these wastes into high-density, energy-efficient briquettes through a process known as densification. This offers a compelling alternative to traditional fossil fuels, presenting an opportunity to alleviate the adverse impacts of climate change. The present paper conducts a comprehensive review of biomass briquetting, encompassing the utilized resources, process parameters, associated technologies, and the resultant briquette quality. By synthesizing extant knowledge, the literature review aspires to furnish a thorough comprehension of the current state, challenges, and future prospects of briquetting machinery. This compilation of insights serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers involved in the domain.

Keywords: Briquettes, Agro-residues, densification, process parameters