Experimental and numerical study on the effects of preheat temperature and steam dilution rate on the laminar burning velocity of CH4/O2/H2O

Key Points

• Laminar burning velocity increases with higher preheat temperatures, enhancing combustion efficiency.
• In experimental studies, varying steam dilution rates alters the burning velocity of the CH4/O2/H2O mixture significantly.
• Numerical simulations support experimental findings, demonstrating a systematic approach to combustion analysis.
• Improved understanding of these factors may lead to advancements in energy efficiency in combustion systems.