Hydrodynamic behavior and design implications in continuous-flow hydrothermal liquefaction systems

Key Points

• Liquid products demonstrate variable yields based on hydrodynamic conditions, impacting overall system performance.
• Key findings indicate significant differences in yield ratios, with up to 30% variability observed.
• Analysis using computational fluid dynamics helped model the continuous-flow environment and assess system efficacy.
• Highlights inform future design strategies, improving efficiency in hydrothermal liquefaction applications.