Advanced Analysis of the Mechanism of Biomass Pyrolysis and Oxidation

Dear Colleagues,

In forest fires, the combustible substances are predominantly biomass. Once ignited, it can lead to severe casualties and substantial loss of flora and fauna. The emission of toxic and harmful substances—such as carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO₂), sulfur dioxide (SO₂), nitrogen oxides (NO_x), and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)—poses a significant threat to ecological systems. Currently, the primary strategies for managing forest fires center on prevention and early intervention. That is, by using effective measures to prevent the occurrence of forest fires, or to suppress the combustion of biomass at the early stage of the fire and prevent its rapid spread. A systematic analysis of the fundamental processes during the early stage of biomass combustion, along with an in-depth understanding of its pyrolysis, oxidation mechanisms, and combustion characteristics, can provide essential theoretical support and technical guidance for forest fire prevention, particularly in mitigating biomass burning and the formation of toxic and harmful substances. This has significant practical implications.

This Special Issue aims to highlight cutting-edge research on the advanced analysis of the mechanism of biomass pyrolysis and oxidation. This topic closely aligns with the journal’s core focus on fire dynamics, fire risk prevention and control, and fire safety engineering, offering a fundamental theoretical foundation for advancing research in combustion processes and fire hazard mitigation.

This Special Issue aims to highlight cutting-edge research on the advanced analysis of the mechanism of biomass pyrolysis and oxidation. Original research articles and review papers are warmly welcomed.

Dr. Junrui Duan
Dr. Kai Li
Dr. Lili Ye
Guest Editors

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