Energy and Thermochemistry Laboratory
Energy and Thermochemistry Laboratory
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The Energy and Thermochemistry (ETC) Laboratory is one of the research units in the Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Bandung Institute of Technology. Led by Dr. Firman Bagja Juangsa, we explore various pathways to achieve a net-zero world with a multidisciplinary research approach, bridging thermodynamics, fluids, chemistry, and materials in proposing solutions toward sustainable energy in our society.
Research Areas
Research Areas
Non-Carbon Fuel
In the effort to reduce GHG emissions, new sources of fuel are being explored, especially non-carbon fuel. We investigate the combustion characteristics of non-carbon fuels, specifically ammonia (NH₃) and hydrogen (H₂), through numerical and experimental studies, with a focus on the potential for co-firing them.
Chemical Looping
Hydrogen has been projected to be a future clean energy carrier. However, its supporting technologies (production and distribution) are still immature. We are trying to develop a chemical-looping combustion (CLC), coupled with a CCUS system, for hydrogen production. Our activities comprise experimental study, prototyping, and numerical study.
CCUS
CCUS plays an important role in achieving the net zero emissions goal. Current carbon capture technology mainly relies on high-energy intensity processes and yields a high capture cost. We developed new absorbent alternatives and explored various feedstocks for the mineral carbonation routes.
Dynamic Power Plant
To integrate renewable sources with conventional thermal power plants, operational flexibility needs to be enhanced to respond to the change in supply and demand and reduce curtailment. At ETC Lab, we aim to increase the power plant’s flexibility that focuses on plant dynamic simulation using several software programs, such as Dymola, AVEVA, and MATLAB.
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