Use of Biomagnetism for Biogas Production with a Recirculation of Fermentation Broth

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The invention describes a new method for producing biogas that combines organic substrates and specific enzymes, with the added step of recirculating fermentation broth from a fermenter. This mixture (fermentation broth-enzyme-substrate complex) is then exposed to a magnetic field before being returned to the fermenter. This process significantly increases the amount and quality (methane content) of biogas produced, is energy efficient, and is easily scalable for industrial use.

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• Industrial biogas plants aiming to improve methane yield and energy output.
• Agricultural waste management facilities turning crop residues (such as sugar beet pulp, corn silage, straw) into renewable energy.
• Municipal or rural bioenergy operations seeking efficient and renewable alternatives to fossil fuels.
• Waste processing units in food or sugar industries integrating energy recovery into their processes.
• Developing countries enhancing local biogas systems for electricity and heat generation.

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• Significantly increases both the quantity and quality (methane richness) of biogas produced.
• Low energy requirements for the pretreatment step, ensuring high process efficiency.
• Highly scalable, making it feasible for large industrial operations as well as smaller installations.
• Utilizes inexpensive, easy-to-implement components and existing knowledge of biogas production, reducing costs and complexity.
• Enables higher organic loading rates (more substrate processed per day) without typical reductions in process stability or energy yield.
• Applicable to a wide range of organic substrates, allowing flexibility in feedstock use.
• Contributes to renewable energy production, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting environmental sustainability.

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The invention relates to a method for producing biogas. An organic substrate and an enzyme are provided for this purpose. In addition, fermentation broth from a fermenter is recirculated to the enzyme and substrate to form a fermentation broth-enzyme-substrate complex. The fermentation broth-enzyme-substrate complex is exposed to a magnetic field and then returned to the fermenter.