Constant calorific value problem

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To maintain a constant calorific value when mixing air and methane, it is essential to adjust the mole fractions of each gas accordingly. As the volume of air increases, the amount of methane must be calculated based on the desired calorific value in KJ/kg. A simplified formula can be derived from the calorific values of both gases, allowing for adjustments based on the specific volumes used. The key is to ensure that the ratio of methane to air remains consistent to achieve the target calorific value. This approach can be implemented in the Delphi visualization program as needed.
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Hello, I've got this problem:

Imagine I mix 2 gases - air + methane (e.g.) and I can change/control quantity/volume of each gas. So if I change the volume of air how much methane should I add to keep a constant calorific value KJ/kg? So for example if I add 200 litres of air I need to know how much methane to add to have a constant calorific value, and then if I add only 150 then how much gas i need to add etc.

Hope I explained my problem ... Just some simplified formula/equation would be ok. I need it for my Delphi vizualization program, so it hasn't to be "physicaly 100% correct" :-) Thank you very very much for your help !
 
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pomocnik89 said:
Hello, I've got this problem:

Imagine I mix 2 gases - air + methane (e.g.) and I can change/control quantity/volume of each gas. So if I change the volume of air how much methane should I add to keep a constant calorific value KJ/kg? So for example if I add 200 litres of air I need to know how much methane to add to have a constant calorific value, and then if I add only 150 then how much gas i need to add etc.

Hope I explained my problem ... Just some simplified formula/equation would be ok. I need it for my Delphi vizualization program, so it hasn't to be "physicaly 100% correct" :-) Thank you very very much for your help !
You need to maintain the same mole fractions.
 
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