In the framework of the FLEXnCONFU (FLEXibilize combined cycle power plant through power-to-x solutions using Non-CONventional FUels) European project, a dedicated test rig has been developed to enable the Turbec T100 mGT to operate with various ammonia-based fuel mixtures. Four separate fuel lines have been implemented for H₂, N₂, NG, and NH₃, providing the flexibility to create a range of fuel blends, including natural gas-ammonia mixtures and combinations of hydrogen, nitrogen, and ammonia to simulate different levels of ammonia cracking. This capability is essential for testing fuel blends with varying compositions, including those achieving a zero-carbon footprint.
To accommodate this functionality, the original commercial fuel system integrated into the T100 microturbine was disconnected, and a series of custom components were installed to manage the new fuel configurations.
The experimental campaign started in 2024 and is nowadays ongoing.
Scientific Coordinator: Prof. Loredana Magistri
