| abstract |
Cellulose and lignocellulosic materials and methods and systems for processing useful intermediates and products such as energy and fuel are described. For example, irradiation methods and systems are described to aid in the processing of cellulose and lignocellulosic materials. The electron beam accelerator has a plurality of window foils, and these foils are cooled with a cooling gas. In one configuration, the second foil is integrated with the electron beam accelerator, and in another configuration, the second foil is part of the housing for the biomass transport system. [Selection] Figure 5 |