Image analysis techniques for petrographic analysis

E. Lester, M. Allen, M. Cloke, N. J. Miles

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Abstract

A system has been developed which is capable of performing major maceral group analysis, using image analysis, based on morphological features as well as grey scale shading. The main advantage of the system lies in its ability to distinguish liptinite from resin. The potential problems with the system have, in practice, proved to be minor and have not noticeably affected the results obtained. However, more noticeable problems may be encountered with fine coal particles. The method has been modified to measure "reactive" fractions of coal and a method using fluorescence is being developed for liptinite determination.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)17-24
Number of pages8
JournalFuel Processing Technology
Volume36
Issue number1-3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 1993
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Chemical Engineering (all)
  • Fuel Technology
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology

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