Batch Plasma Carbonization Reactor with Upper Torch Placement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for treating organic substances at the production site face challenges such as high operational costs, equipment maintenance issues due to moisture infiltration, and inefficient carbonization processes, leading to odor and pollution problems.
Innovation Solution
A batch-type complex temperature treatment machine using high-temperature plasma with a configuration that includes a reactor, rotation part, torch part, heat exchange units, scrubber, mixing unit, heater, purification unit, and exhaust unit, which allows for efficient carbonization and exhaust gas treatment with minimal moisture infiltration and reduced energy consumption.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a plasma torch is positioned at the lower part of a reactor for carbonization, then the carbonization process can be initiated, but moisture in organic matter infiltrates into the torch and causes operation stop, requiring complete removal of organic matter for maintenance
Solution Approach 1:
The plasma torch is inverted from the conventional lower-positioned configuration to an upper-positioned configuration. This inversion allows the torch to be positioned above the organic matter in the reactor, preventing moisture infiltration while maintaining effective carbonization. The torch can now be maintained without complete removal of organic matter, as moisture cannot reach the upper-positioned torch.
Solution Approach 2:
The plasma torch is positioned at an upper right side location rather than directly above or below, introducing a spatial dimension change. This angular positioning (perpendicular to tangential direction of inner wall) creates optimal plasma emission direction into the reactor while maintaining distance from moisture sources, solving both operational continuity and maintenance ease.
2Productivity
If high-temperature plasma is used for carbonization of organic substances, then complete degradation and gasification can be achieved, but energy consumption increases due to pre-heating, post-heating, and cooling requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The system utilizes the exothermic oxidation reaction of carbon monoxide and other combustible gases in the exhaust as a self-heating mechanism. The oxidation catalyst promotes this reaction, generating heat that maintains the carbonization temperature without requiring continuous external energy input, thus reducing overall energy consumption while sustaining high-temperature plasma carbonization.
Solution Approach 2:
The exhaust gases containing carbon monoxide and other combustible components, which were previously considered waste or harmful emissions, are converted into a useful heat source. By introducing an oxidation catalyst, these gases undergo exothermic oxidation that generates the heat needed for carbonization, turning a harmful byproduct into a beneficial energy source.
3Use of energy by moving object
If low-temperature carbonization is performed at 200 to 400°C using indirect heating method, then energy consumption is reduced, but treatment time extends and complete degradation of organic matters is not achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges low-temperature carbonization (200-400°C) with high-temperature plasma treatment in a single reactor. The rotation part enables different zones to operate at different temperatures simultaneously, combining the energy efficiency of low-temperature processing with the rapid degradation capability of high-temperature plasma, achieving both time and energy optimization.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotation part introduces dynamic movement to the carbonization process, enabling organic matter to be continuously rotated and exposed to different temperature zones. This dynamic approach allows efficient heat transfer and plasma exposure without requiring prolonged static heating, reducing treatment time while maintaining energy efficiency.
4Productivity
If medium-temperature carbonization is performed at 400 to 600°C using hot air blowing method, then treatment speed increases, but significant odor is produced due to failure of high-temperature pyrolysis
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates different temperature zones within the same reactor: a high-temperature zone (600°C or above) near the plasma torch for effective pyrolysis and odor elimination, and a medium-temperature zone for bulk carbonization. This local quality differentiation allows rapid treatment speed while preventing odor generation through targeted high-temperature processing of volatile components.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system enables economical and easy maintenance, minimizes moisture infiltration, reduces harmful emissions, and achieves efficient carbonization across various temperature ranges, ensuring safety and effective treatment of organic waste.
Implementation Method 1
a torch part (130) provided to generate plasma so as to carbonize the organic matter inside the reaction part (110)
Implementation Method 2
an oxidation catalyst provided to promote an oxidation reaction
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a batch-type complex temperature treatment machine using a high-temperature plasma, and a method for treating exhaust gas thereof, and more particularly, to a batch-type complex temperature treatment machine using a high-temperature plasma which is a batch-type treatment machine for organic matter and which is easy to maintain and economical, and a method for treating exhaust gas thereof. The configuration of the present invention for achieving the above objectives provides a batch-type complex temperature treatment machine using a high-temperature plasma, characterized by comprising: a reaction part provided to accommodate therein organic matter for carbonization; a rotation part provided to agitate the inside of the reaction part; and a torch part provided to generate plasma so as to carbonize the organic matter inside the reaction part, wherein the torch part is coupled to the reaction part, and is provided to be coupled to an opposite side to the position where the organic matter is accumulated and agitated inside the reaction part.