Research in industrial combustion systems: Current and future R and D

This paper briefly describes the current R and D activity in industrial combustion systems. The areas covered are novel burner systems, oxygen enriched systems, combustion controls and sensors and unique industrial process modifications. Some of the future research needs in industrial combustion systems have been identified. These include improved techniques of heat transfer to the load, improved sensors, plasmas to process materials and flash or pneumatic reactors for the metals, non-metals and petrochemical industries. 26 refs.