This paper describes the framework development of a dynamic integrated biomass supply analysis and logistics model (IBSAL) to simulate the collection, storage, and transport operations for supplying agricultural biomass to a biorefinery. The model built in ExtendSim consists of time dependent events representing the working rate of equipment and queues representing the capacity of storage structures. Weather conditions including rain and snow influence the moisture content and the dry matter loss of biomass through the supply chain are included in the model.
Development and Implementation of Integrated Biomass Supply Analysis and Logistics Model (IBSAL)
- Source: Environmental Sciences Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, University of British Columbia; Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Alberta
- Specific Source: Science Direct,
- Date: October 2006
