Design, fabrication and performance evaluation of coconut husk and shell biomass-fed oven
| dc.contributor.author | Jemimah L. Caballong and Calvin Kim M. Dioses | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-05-04T01:50:12Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-05-04T01:50:12Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2023 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This study focused on the design, fabrication and performance evaluation of a coconut husk and shell biomass-fed oven for commercial and household baking. It aimed to utilize coconut bio=wastes and biomass fuel efficiently. The oven's design, heat distribution, and economic viability were assessed, comparing it with a conventional gas oven. The coconut husk and shell biomass=fed oven, designed with functionality and user-convenience in mind, enabled the baking of 8.4 kg coconut pies per batch. It showcased efficient heat distribution, maintaining a consistent baking temperature of 154.52°C. The oven utilized biomass fuel effectively, achieving a 100% baking efficiency. Compared with a conventional gas oven, the biomass-fed oven demonstrated similar baking characteristics offering sustainability advantages by utilizing renewable biomass fuel. Cost analysis-demonstrated significant operating cost savings, resulting in a profitable return on investment despite the higher initial investment cost. This study contributed in the utilization of coconut bio-wastes, encouraged their use as biofuel, and offered valuable insights for future research on biomass-fed ovens as viable alternative for bulking applications, promoting sustainability and reducing reliance on non-renewable fuels. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://granarium.clsu.edu.ph/handle/123456789/1286 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | |
| dc.title | Design, fabrication and performance evaluation of coconut husk and shell biomass-fed oven | |
| dc.type | Thesis |