Research & Development
Advancing energy technology through continuous innovation and academic partnerships.
Research Focus Areas
Our research drives innovation in thermal energy technology and industrial process optimization.
Low-Temperature Coal Drying
Innovative drying technology using waste heat to reduce moisture in lignite and sub-bituminous coals.
Thermal Efficiency Optimization
Advanced methods to maximize heat transfer and combustion efficiency in power plants.
Waste Heat Recovery Systems
Capturing and utilizing waste heat from industrial processes to improve overall efficiency.
Emissions Reduction Technology
Clean energy solutions including dry FGD systems and combustion optimization for lower emissions.
Process Heat Integration
Optimizing thermal systems through advanced CFD modeling and process engineering.
Renewable Energy Integration
Integrating renewable energy sources with existing thermal power infrastructure.
Developed Technologies
Proprietary systems and equipment developed through years of research, some patented and others under active development.
Online Pulverized Coal Flow Balancing System
Real-time balancing system for all types of mills that optimizes fuel distribution across burners for improved combustion efficiency.
Pulverized Coal Deposit Detection and Alarm Sensor
Sensor system for horizontal piping that detects coal deposits before they cause blockages or fire hazards.
Isokinetic Coal Mass Flow and PA Velocity Measurement System
Precision measurement system for coal mass flow rate and primary air velocity using isokinetic sampling techniques.
Online Coal Mass Flow and PA Velocity Measurement System
Continuous online monitoring system for real-time coal flow and primary air velocity measurement without manual sampling.
Dust Explosion Characterization and Testing Apparatus
Laboratory apparatus for characterizing dust explosion parameters including Pmax, Kst, and minimum ignition energy.
Dry Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) System
Cost-effective dry scrubbing system for SO2 removal without the water consumption of wet FGD systems.
High-Performance Classifier for Drum and Hammer Mills
Advanced classifier design that improves particle size distribution and reduces oversized coal particles from mills.
Core R&D Areas
Deep technical expertise across the full spectrum of thermal power plant optimization and emissions control.
Combustion Optimization & Diagnostics
Advanced techniques to maximize combustion efficiency while minimizing emissions and unburned carbon.
- Burner and air-fuel staging optimization
- Unburned carbon (UBC) reduction strategies
- CO and NOx minimization through combustion tuning
Advanced CFD & Multiphysics Modeling
State-of-the-art computational fluid dynamics for virtual prototyping and design validation.
- Full-scale boiler and furnace CFD simulations
- Combustion, radiation, and particle transport modeling
- Design validation before costly field modifications
Coal Flow & Fuel Distribution Optimization
Ensuring uniform fuel distribution across all burners for optimal combustion performance.
- Pipe-to-pipe coal flow balancing
- Pulverizer optimization and performance testing
- Particle size distribution control and fineness improvement
Slagging & Fouling Mitigation
Preventing ash-related operational issues through chemistry-based prediction and control.
- Ash chemistry analysis and deposition prediction
- Temperature profile optimization to reduce slagging
- Sootblowing optimization and fouling prevention strategies
Waste-Heat Integrated Coal Drying
Proprietary low-temperature drying technology using waste heat to improve fuel quality.
- Low-temperature waste heat utilization (<150C)
- Lignite and high-moisture coal drying systems
- Pilot-scale to commercial-scale system design
Boiler Efficiency Enhancement
Systematic approaches to identify and eliminate efficiency losses throughout the boiler system.
- Comprehensive heat-loss diagnostics and audits
- Air preheater leakage detection and correction
- Flue gas temperature and excess air optimization
Emissions Reduction Technologies
Operational and equipment-based solutions for meeting stringent environmental regulations.
- NOx, CO, PM, SO2, and mercury reduction strategies
- Oxygen trim and combustion optimization for lower emissions
- Measurement and verification (M&V) protocols
Field Measurement & Baseline Testing
On-site diagnostic testing to establish baselines and verify improvement results.
- In-situ coal flow, temperature, and velocity measurements
- Performance mapping and baseline establishment
- Before/after verification and documentation
Digital Twins & Performance Monitoring
Data-driven models for continuous optimization and predictive maintenance.
- Physics-based and data-driven hybrid models
- CFD-integrated real-time performance prediction
- Decision-support tools for operators and engineers
Low-CAPEX Retrofit & Upgrade Technologies
High-impact improvements requiring minimal capital investment and short payback periods.
- Minimal-hardware performance improvements
- Fast-payback solutions (typically <2 years)
- Operational optimization before major equipment changes
Patents
Our patented technologies protect innovative solutions developed through years of research.
US US Patents
| Title | Number | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Method and System for Low-Temperature Coal Drying Using Waste Heat | US8,006,407 | 2011 |
| Integrated Waste Heat Recovery and Coal Drying System | US8,402,672 | 2013 |
| Flue Gas Treatment Process with Combined Desulfurization and Drying | US8,741,028 | 2014 |
| Coal Flow Balancing Device for Pulverized Fuel Systems | US9,127,837 | 2015 |
| Pulverized Coal Deposit Detection and Alarm System | US9,341,375 | 2016 |
| Isokinetic Coal Sampling Apparatus and Method | US9,528,913 | 2016 |
| Classifier System for Improved Coal Fineness Control | US9,782,764 | 2017 |
TR Turkish Patents
| Title | Number | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Dusuk Sicaklikta Linyit Kurutma Yontemi ve Sistemi | TR2015/09876 | 2015 |
| Pudra Komur Akis Dengeleme Mekanizmasi | TR2017/14523 | 2017 |
| Kuru Baca Gazi Desulfurizasyon Sistemi | TR2019/08234 | 2019 |
| Komur Birikim Tespit ve Alarm Sensoru | TR2020/12345 | 2020 |
| Yuksek Performansli Siniflandirici Sistemi | TR2021/05678 | 2021 |
| Cevrimici Komur Kutle Akis Olcum Sistemi | TR2022/09012 | 2022 |
Note: Patent numbers shown are placeholders. Real patent numbers will be updated.
Publications
Over 100 peer-reviewed papers advancing the science of energy engineering.
Effects of Low-Temperature Drying on Lignite Combustion Characteristics
Computational Analysis of Heat Transfer in Fluidized Bed Coal Dryers
Optimization of Dry FGD Systems for SO2 Removal in Power Plants
Two-Phase Flow Modeling in Pulverized Coal Pipe Systems
NOx Reduction Through Combustion Optimization in Utility Boilers
Waste Heat Recovery from Flue Gas Using Condensing Heat Exchangers
CFD Modeling of Coal Combustion in Tangentially Fired Boilers
Effect of Ash Chemistry on Slagging and Fouling Propensity
Pulverizer Performance Optimization for Improved Coal Fineness
Heat Rate Improvement Through Systematic Optimization Approach
University Partnerships
Collaborating with leading academic institutions and technoparks worldwide.
Academic Partners
Lehigh University
Pennsylvania, USA
Energy Research Center collaboration on coal drying and emissions reduction.
Technopark Affiliations
ITU ARI Teknokent
Istanbul, Turkey
Technology development center for energy innovation in Turkey.
GOSB Teknopark
Kocaeli, Turkey
Industrial technology park fostering energy sector innovation.
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