Design and Application of Low-NOx Burners in Rotary Kilns
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: In an era of heightened environmental consciousness and stringent pollution controls, the reduction of air pollution, particularly nitrogen oxides (NOx), has emerged as a universal goal. In response to the increasingly rigorous NOx emission standards for industrial furnaces, our innovative research has yielded a groundbreaking solution. By engineering a novel five-channel vortex low NOx burner and implementing it in a company’s lime rotary kiln, we have achieved a remarkable reduction in NOx emissions. The average NOx content in the kiln’s tail gas, previously at 450mg/m3 and in violation of industry standards, has now been successfully decreased by over 30%. This cutting-edge burner technology not only ensures compliance with environmental regulations but also reaches a record-low NOx emission concentration of 135.56 mg/m3 during operation, effectively demonstrating our commitment to and success in controlling NOx emissions. This breakthrough marks a significant contribution to the field of industrial environmental protection and showcases our leadership in developing sustainable industrial practices.
Source: Energy & Environment Management
DOI: 10.63333/eem.v1n12
Authors: Tao Zheng, Chao Bian, Xiaohong Sun, Lianyong Wang
Institution: Northeastern University
Language: English
Subfield: Mechanical Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4408177227