Pollutant Generation in Partially Premixed Flames

Under funding from the Gas Research Institute (GRI), a collaboration of combustion researchers at SRI and the University of California, Berkeley, is characterizing the structure and chemical mechanisms of the partially premixed flames found in many appliances. Laser diagnostics and reaction models are being combined to furnish a sound basic understanding of this ubiquitous combustion configuration. Ultimately, this project aims to stimulate advances in energy efficiency and pollutant reduction by providing burner manufacturers with the tools needed to evaluate performance and improve designs.

Principal Investigator at SRI

Gregory P. Smith, E-mail: <smith@mplvax.sri.com>

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