Sustainable Energy from Biomass Waste: Design and Fabrication of a Screw Briquetting Machine with Calorific Value Assessment

International Journal of Mechanical Engineering

© 2025 by SSRG - IJME Journal

Volume 12 Issue 11

Year of Publication : 2025

Authors : Nagini Yarramsetty, Venkata Sushma Chinta, Kiran Kumar Amireddy, Narasimha Kumar S, Varimadugu Sandhya, Jyothirmayi Narne

10.14445/23488360/IJME-V12I11P105

How to Cite?

Nagini Yarramsetty, Venkata Sushma Chinta, Kiran Kumar Amireddy, Narasimha Kumar S, Varimadugu Sandhya, Jyothirmayi Narne, "Sustainable Energy from Biomass Waste: Design and Fabrication of a Screw Briquetting Machine with Calorific Value Assessment," SSRG International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 12,  no. 11, pp. 48-54, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V12I11P105

Abstract:

Biomass briquetting is an effective solution for utilizing agricultural and forest residues as a renewable energy source. This work focuses on designing and fabricating a screw briquetting press that efficiently compresses biomass into high-density briquettes. The machine operates on the screw extrusion principle, where biomass is compressed in a heated die to form cylindrical briquettes. Key design elements include screw and die design, material selection, and heating systems for optimal compaction and energy efficiency. Biomass types like sawdust and cocopeat were tested for density, compression strength, and combustion behavior, and the results were compared with charcoal briquettes. Results show biomass briquettes have comparative mechanical strength and specific calorific value like charcoal briquettes. The system supports rural energy needs by providing a renewable, low-cost fuel alternative and reducing farm waste.

Keywords:

Biomass Briquettes, Saw Dust, Coco Peat, Fabrication of Briquetting Machine, Calorific Value.

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