Powdered Coal. — Correct Size of Coal for Firing | NZETC
WEBIn addition to the use of the latter, peat, petroleum, coke, coke brieze, lignite, and other low grade coals can be used, which, under present conditions, are unsatisfactory for steam production in a locomotive. On an engine fitted with an apparatus for burning powdered coal the coal powder is blown into the furnace by a soft air blast.