Innovative Combustion Technologies for Low-Carbon and Zero-Carbon Fuels
A special issue of Fire (ISSN 2571-6255). This special issue belongs to the section "Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Simulation of Combustion and Fire".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 25
Special Issue Editors
Interests: hydrogen blending of fossil fuels; ammonia efficient and clean combustion technology; metal combustion
Interests: firefighting
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The global transition toward carbon neutrality necessitates urgent advancements in combustion technologies capable of utilizing low-carbon and zero-carbon fuels, such as hydrogen, ammonia, synthetic e-fuels, and biofuels. These fuels offer a pathway to the decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors, including power generation, heavy industry, and maritime/aviation transport. However, their large-scale adoption faces critical challenges, including flame stability, NOx emissions control, combustion efficiency, and safety risks such as leakage, flammability, and explosion hazards.
Innovative combustion strategies—such as moderate or intense low-oxygen dilution (MILD) combustion, catalytic combustion, plasma-assisted ignition, and fuel blending—are essential to overcoming these barriers. At the same time, the safe handling, storage, and utilization of these fuels require rigorous fire safety measures to mitigate risks in industrial and energy applications. This Special Issue seeks to compile cutting-edge research on next-generation combustion systems and associated safety technologies that enable the efficient, clean, and safe use of emerging fuels while maintaining compatibility with existing infrastructure.
This Special Issue aligns with the Fire journal’s focus on combustion science, fire safety, and energy conversion, emphasizing sustainable fuel technologies. We invite contributions that address fundamental and applied research on combustion innovations for decarbonization as well as fire and explosion prevention strategies for hydrogen, ammonia, and other low-carbon fuels. Topics should bridge gaps between laboratory-scale breakthroughs and industrial deployment, supporting the energy transition with scientifically robust, scalable, and safe solutions.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, technical notes, and short communications.
Dr. Tong Si
Dr. Yinjiao Su
Dr. Chan Zou
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- novel combustion concepts
- fuel flexibility and blending strategies
- emission control and environmental impact
- fire and explosion safety for low-carbon fuels
- system integration and applications
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