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As part of a research project led by ENEA, aimed at decarbonizing thermal power generation through the use of hydrogen/methane blends, a fuel-flexible burner for gas turbines has been developed. The system ensures low NOx emissions and stable combustion over a wide range of hydrogen concentrations.

The project, funded by the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MASE) within the framework of the National Electricity System Research (RdS) program, was carried out through a multidisciplinary collaboration between ENEA and NHOE:

• ENEA was responsible for the CFD simulations used to define and optimize the burner geometry, as well as for conducting experimental tests to assess flame stability, operating capability with HENG mixtures, and pollutant emissions;
• NHOE managed the mechanical design and prototype manufacturing.

The prototype developed by NHOE represents a significant step forward toward efficient, flexible, and low-emission combustion systems, contributing to the energy transition and sustainability goals promoted by the ENEA project.

References:

Sviluppo numerico e sperimentale di un combustore fuel-flexible per la microturbina TURBEC T100

Development of a Low-NOx Fuel-Flexible and Scalable Burner for Gas Turbines