Master Thesis: Adaptation of a model for oxyfuel combustion with subsequent flue gas treatment and examination of alternative CO2 capture processes

19.02.2025, Abschlussarbeiten, Bachelor- und Masterarbeiten

Are you interested in topics such as Power to X, methanol production, CO2 capture and waste treatment? In this master's thesis, you will use Aspen Plus to simulate and optimize plant processes.

Project Description:
In our research project, we investigate the partial and complete oxyfuel mono fluidized bed combustion of sewage sludge together with an oxyfuel flue gas cleaning section. The goal is to separate the carbon dioxide contained in the flue gas and make it usable for downstream P2X processes.
A simulation software (Aspen Plus) is used to model the oxyfuel combustion of sewage sludge and subsequent flue gas treatment on a pilot scale. The existing model will be adapted to experimental results and alternative CO2 separation processes will be implemented and compared in this thesis.

Tasks:
• Literature research
• Comparison and adaptation of the simulation results to data from the pilot plant in Stuttgart
• Implementation and comparison of various CO2 separation processes
• Techno-economic analysis of the various process paths

Requirements:
• Experience in Aspen Plus is an advantage but not mandatory
• Motivation, independence and commitment

Note: This master's thesis can be completed entirely online.

Kontakt: szymon.herdzik@tum.de