journal article·2025-06-26Open access

An Overview of Theoretical, Numerical and Experimental Studies on Clean Energy and Combustion

Pedro R. Resende, Mohsen Ayoobi, Alexandre M. Afonso

Applied Sciences· Volume 15· Issue 13

Abstract

This paper reviews recent theoretical, numerical and experimental studies on clean energy and combustion, focusing on advancements in combustion efficiency, emission reduction technologies and renewable energy integration [...]
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Research context

OpenAlex topics: Combustion and flame dynamics · Advanced Combustion Engine Technologies · Fire dynamics and safety research

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Affiliations

ProMetheus—Escola Superior de Tecnologia e Gestão, Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo, 4900-347 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Division of Engineering Technology, College of Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 48202, USA

Transport Phenomena Research Center, Faculdade de Engenharia, Universidade do Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal

ALiCE, Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculdade de Engenharia, Universidade do Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias s/n, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal

Funding

FAPESP · FCT—Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia

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