On the issue of mathematical modeling of rotary kiln operation in order to reduce fuel consumption

Abstract

Abstract In accordance with the operation principle of the rotary kiln of limestone and its shortcomings, the authors developed the foundations of a mathematical model. The ultimate goal of building algorithms for the proposed method is to reduce fuel consumption when using a rotary kiln. The paper proposes to use a mathematical model based on the method of energy balances. The scientific novelty is that for a rotary kiln for the first time it is proposed to use the method of energy balances by heating zones, depending on the type of fuel burned. The procedure of inputting initial data for mathematical modeling of heat transfer processes allows us to identify the largest heat fluxes in various zones of the furnace. After that, an optimization procedure is carried out using, among other things, objective functions, as well as nonlinear programming. In the end, such calculation algorithms allow us to make recommendations to reduce heat losses in a rotary kiln and a refrigerator, as well as to reduce specific fuel consumption.