ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ ВПЛИВУ ПРОЦЕСУ БІОМЕТАНУВАННЯ IN-SITU НА ЗБІЛЬШЕННЯ ВИРОБНИЦТВА БІОМЕТАНУ В КЛАСИЧНИХ БІОГАЗОВИХ УСТАНОВКАХ
Objective: The study explores integrating in-situ hydrogen biomethanation into traditional biogas plants to enhance methane production. It aims to analyze biochemical mechanisms, assess the impact of operational parameters, and evaluate the feasibility of this technology for sustainable energy. Task...
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| Date: | 2025 |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | Ukrainian |
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Institute of Engineering Thermophysics of NAS of Ukraine
2025
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| Online Access: | https://ihe.nas.gov.ua/index.php/journal/article/view/621 |
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| Journal Title: | Thermophysics and Thermal Power Engineering |
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Thermophysics and Thermal Power Engineering| Summary: | Objective: The study explores integrating in-situ hydrogen biomethanation into traditional biogas plants to enhance methane production. It aims to analyze biochemical mechanisms, assess the impact of operational parameters, and evaluate the feasibility of this technology for sustainable energy.
Tasks:
Investigate biochemical pathways—hydrogenotrophic methanogenesis, homoacetogenesis, and acetoclastic methanogenesis—for converting CO₂ and H₂ into methane.
Examine how parameters such as temperature, hydrogen partial pressure, and the CO₂ / H₂ ratio influence methane production and microbial diversity.
Assessing the potential of in-situ biomethanation as a cost-effective and sustainable technology aligned with circular economy principles.
Methods:The research employed a comprehensive literature review to evaluate the integration of hydrogen biomethanation into continuous stirred tank reactors (CSTR). Key areas included gas-phase analysis, microbial dynamics, and thermodynamic modeling to evaluate methane production pathways and constraints.
Results: In-situ hydrogen biomethanation effectively enhances methane yields by leveraging hydrogenotrophic methanogens and homoacetogens. Hydrogen introduction facilitates CO₂ and H₂ conversion into methane via hydrogenotrophic pathways, with indirect contributions from homoacetogenic and acetoclastic processes.
Key findings include:
Parameter Optimization: The CO₂ / H₂ ratio near 1:4 maximizes conversion rates.
Microbial Interactions: High hydrogen levels support hydrogenotrophic methanogens but can inhibit syntrophic acetate oxidation, requiring precise control of hydrogen pressure.
Technology Integration: In-situ biomethanation adapts to existing biogas plants with minimal changes, reducing organic feedstock reliance and improving biogas quality.
Conclusion
In-situ hydrogen biomethanation emerges as a promising technology for improving methane production in biogas plants while supporting renewable energy goals. Its integration aligns with the European Union’s ambition to achieve 35 billion cubic meters of biomethane production annually by 2030. However, challenges such as hydrogen solubility limitations and the need for controlled operational conditions require further investigation. Continued research will focus on optimizing reactor configurations and scaling the technology for broader application. |
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