Detailed kinetic modeling of C1 — C3 alkane diffusion flames

A study of detailed chemical kinetics in coflow and counterflow diffusion flames is presented. The chemistry of diffusion flames is of fundamental importance from a practical as well as a mechanistic viewpoint. The present study uses systematic reaction path flux and sensitivity analyses to determine the crucial reaction paths in methane and propane diffusion flames. The formation of benzene and intermediate hydrocarbons via C3 and C4 species...