Authors : Ephraim Yakubu Dabwor; Gyang Yakubu Pam; Ahmed Abdul Ibrahim

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 9 - September

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26sep035

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Abstract : The optimised parameters yielded a predicted grey relational grade of 0.7880 (a 39.20 % improvement over the initial design), which was validated experimentally at 0.8347 (an 47.45% improvement). Thermal performance tests in a charcoal stove revealed superior burning rates (1.39 – 2.09 g/min) and faster water boiling time (8 – 12 min) compared to conventional charcoal (1.09 g/min and 14 min).

Keywords : Development, Optimisation, Briquettes, Compressive Strength, Calorific Value.

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