Introduction
The use of compressed air as an energy source has been increasing in industrial applications due to its benefits such as environmental friendliness, safety, and reliability. However, the efficiency of compressed air systems needs improvement to achieve long-term sustainability. This paper presents a study on the efficiency improvement of compressed air engine systems for industrial applications.Efficiency Improvement Strategies
Various efficiency improvement strategies have been proposed and implemented in compressed air engine systems. In this study, three of the most promising strategies are analyzed in detail, including pressure drop reduction, heat recovery and energy storage. Pressure drop reduction aims to decrease the pressure loss in the compressed air network by optimizing the pipeline layout and reducing the number of pipe bends. Heat recovery can be achieved by capturing the heat generated during the compression process and using it for heating purposes. Energy storage strategies such as using flywheels or batteries can help to store the excess energy generated by the system and release it during peak demand.Experimental Validation and Future Work
To validate the effectiveness of these efficiency improvement strategies, a compressed air engine system prototype was built and tested in a real-world industrial environment. The results of the experiments showed that significant energy savings could be achieved by implementing the proposed strategies. However, there are still some limitations in terms of the complexity and cost of the implemented technologies. Future research should focus on the development of more cost-effective and efficient solutions, such as the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques for system optimization. In conclusion, this paper provides a comprehensive review of the efficiency improvement strategies for compressed air engine systems in industrial applications. The experimental results show that these strategies are effective in achieving energy savings and improving sustainability. Future research should continue to focus on the development of more efficient and cost-effective solutions for long-term sustainability.