This study discusses the three elements of a wood-based biorefinery, as proposed by the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF): hot-water extraction, hydrolysis, and membrane separation/concentration. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.mendeley.com/research/waterbased-woody-biorefinery/
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Lignocellulosic Biomass Feedstock Transportation Alternatives, Logistics, Equipment Configurations, and Modeling
The paper reviews the major transportation alternatives and logistics and the implementation of those for various types of energy crops such as energy grasses, short-rotation woody coppices, and agricultural residue. It emphasizes the importance of performance-based equipment configuration, standard regulations, and rules for calculating transport cost of delivery systems. Follow this link to learn more: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/bbb.1322/abstract
Biomass Feedstock Pre-Processing – Part 2: Densification
This in-depth review article describes pre-processing procedures like densification of wood and agricultureal biomass. Follow this link to learn more: http://biomassmagazine.com/articles/8595/researchers-use-ionic-liquid-to-pretreat-biofuel-feedstock-mix
Researchers use ionic liquid to pretreat biofuel feedstock mix
Winemakers have long known that blending different grape varietals can favorably balance the flavor characteristics of the wine they produce. In the future, makers of advanced biofuels might use a similar strategy, blending different feedstock varieties to balance the energy characteristics of the transportation fuel they produce. Follow this link to learn more: http://biomassmagazine.com/articles/8595/researchers-use-ionic-liquid-to-pretreat-biofuel-feedstock-mix
Advanced Regional Biomass Processing Depots: a Key to the Logistical Challenges of the Cellulosic Biofuel Industry
This scholarly article discusses the fundamental concept of Regional Biomass Processing Depots, their functionality, advantages, and potential challenges. Follow this link to learn more: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/bbb.318/abstract
Production, Prices, Employment, and Trade in Northwest Forest Industries
Graphs and Diagrams of Various Aspects of Northwest Forest Industries Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fs.fed.us/pnw/ppet/
Forest Insect and Disease Aerial Survey Data
Maps based on cooperative aerial surveys conducted by Forest Health Protection staffs of the Oregon Department of Forestry, Washington Department of Natural Resources, and the USDA Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/nr/fid/as/quad10/index.shtml
Enzymatic Cellulose Hydrolysis for Production of Liquid Biofuels from Lignocellulosic Biomass
A video presentation on enzymatic cellulosic saccharification for biofuel production Follow this link to learn more: http://www.glbrc.org/2011seminar-mcmillan
Review of Biomass Pretreatment Methods for Biofuel Production: “Fundamentals Toward Application”
A review article describing the different pretreatment technologies and why pretreatment is the major bottleneck in cellulosic biofuel production. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.isaaa.org/kc/cropbiotechupdate/article/default.asp?ID=8788
Evaluation of Mountain Beetle-Infested Lodgepole Pine for Cellulosic Ethanol Production by Sulfite Pretreatment to Overcome Recalcitrance of Lignocellulose
This research article covers the usage of SPORL pretreatment of pine trees killed by mountain pine beetle and whether or not it is easier to overcome recalcitrance of lignin in these trees in comparison to live trees. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.mendeley.com/research/evaluation-mountain-beetleinfested-lodgepole-pine-cellulosic-ethanol-production-sulfite-pretreatment-overcome-recalcitrance-lignocellulose/