Fuels and Their Combustion (Classic Reprint)

Fuels and Their Combustion offers practical, comprehensive guidance for understanding how fuels burn and how to improve efficiency.

This engineering handbook explains the chemistry of combustion and ties it to real-world data, plant operation, and equipment design. Grounded in published examples and industry experience, it helps readers connect theory with how boilers, stokers, and burners perform in practice.

Structured for engineers and technically minded readers, the book covers the origins and composition of coal, oil fuels, and other primary fuels, then dives into the chemistry of combustion, calculations, and the behavior of gaseous fuels. It blends foundational principles with extensive data, illustrations, and applications.

• Clear explanations of combustion reactions, rates, and energy concepts.
• Practical guidance on furnace design, fuel handling, and efficiency testing.
• Proven data and charts drawn from real-world plant experiences.
• Coverage of coal types, producer gas, water gas, and modern fuel systems.

Ideal for readers in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and energy facilities who need solid, applicable insights into fuels and their combustion.