„... an essential reference for analytical chemists, process chemists, researchers, engineers, and laboratory technicians.“ (E-STREAMS, September 2006)
Handbook of Coal Analysis
von James G. SpeightAll the guidance needed to test coal and analyze the results
With the skyrocketing costs of most fuel sources, government, industry, and consumers are taking a greater interest in coal, anabundant and inexpensive alternative, which has been made moreenvironmentally friendly through new technology. Published inresponse to this renewed interest, Handbook of Coal Analysisprovides readers with everything they need to know about testingand analyzing coal. Moreover, it explains the meaning of testresults and how these results can predict coal behavior and itscorresponding environmental impact during use.
The thorough coverage of coal analysis includes:
* Detailed presentation of necessary standard tests andprocedures
* Explanation of coal behavior relative to its usage alongside thecorresponding environmental issues
* Coverage of nomenclature, terminology, sampling, and accuracy andprecision of analysis
* Step-by-step test method protocols for proximate analysis, ultimate analysis, mineral matter, physical and electricalproperties, thermal properties, mechanical properties, spectroscopic properties, and solvent properties
* Emphasis on relevant American Society for Testing and Materials(ASTM) standards and test methods, including correspondingInternational Organization for Standardization (ISO) and BritishStandards Institution (BSI) test method numbers
To assist readers in understanding the material, a glossary ofterms is provided. Each term is defined in straightforward languagethat enables readers to better grasp complex concepts and theory. References at the end of each chapter lead readers to more in-depthdiscussions of specialized topics.
This is an essential reference for analytical chemists, processchemists, and engineers in the coal industry as well as otherprofessionals and researchers who are looking to coal as a means todecrease dependence on foreign oil sources and devise moreefficient, cleaner methods of energy production.
With the skyrocketing costs of most fuel sources, government, industry, and consumers are taking a greater interest in coal, anabundant and inexpensive alternative, which has been made moreenvironmentally friendly through new technology. Published inresponse to this renewed interest, Handbook of Coal Analysisprovides readers with everything they need to know about testingand analyzing coal. Moreover, it explains the meaning of testresults and how these results can predict coal behavior and itscorresponding environmental impact during use.
The thorough coverage of coal analysis includes:
* Detailed presentation of necessary standard tests andprocedures
* Explanation of coal behavior relative to its usage alongside thecorresponding environmental issues
* Coverage of nomenclature, terminology, sampling, and accuracy andprecision of analysis
* Step-by-step test method protocols for proximate analysis, ultimate analysis, mineral matter, physical and electricalproperties, thermal properties, mechanical properties, spectroscopic properties, and solvent properties
* Emphasis on relevant American Society for Testing and Materials(ASTM) standards and test methods, including correspondingInternational Organization for Standardization (ISO) and BritishStandards Institution (BSI) test method numbers
To assist readers in understanding the material, a glossary ofterms is provided. Each term is defined in straightforward languagethat enables readers to better grasp complex concepts and theory. References at the end of each chapter lead readers to more in-depthdiscussions of specialized topics.
This is an essential reference for analytical chemists, processchemists, and engineers in the coal industry as well as otherprofessionals and researchers who are looking to coal as a means todecrease dependence on foreign oil sources and devise moreefficient, cleaner methods of energy production.