Find the calorific value of fuel, given emission data

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The discussion focuses on determining the calorific value of fuel using data from an exhaust gas analyzer. Participants suggest utilizing the emission data to derive the chemical reaction formula based on the ratios of the combustion products. This method is confirmed as effective for calculating the heating value of the fuel. The conversation highlights the importance of accurate data interpretation in fuel analysis.

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I have data from exhaust gas analyzer, and I have to find the calorific value or the heating value of that particular fuel using that data. Can anyone show me how to do that please.
Or if there is any other way to find the calorific value of fuel.
The data is in the attached pic
 

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Welcome to PF!

You can use that data to generate the formula for the chemical reaction using the ratios of the products.
 
russ_watters said:
Welcome to PF!

You can use that data to generate the formula for the chemical reaction using the ratios of the products.

Thanks a lot Russ, its been very helpful.
 

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