HELIOS/SMART FORCED-DRAFT BIOMASS PLATFORM

NEXMANCER HELIOS.
Smarter Fire. Zero Smoke.

Experience the evolution of solid fuel cooking with the NEXMANCER Helios. Engineered with active BLDC forced-draft aerodynamics, preheated secondary gasification, and intelligent thermocouple regulation — delivering unprecedented thermal efficiency and virtually smokeless combustion.

80% Less Firewood
90%+ PM2.5 Reduced
12V / 24V Solar Ready
NEXMANCER Helios Smart Biomass Stove studio render
Combustion Core
285°C ● CLEAN VORTEX
BLDC Forced Air
65% AUTO PID
Inspect 15-Part CAD Exploded View & 4K Cutaway
Thermal Efficiency> 65%vs 12-18% traditional 3-stone
PM2.5 & CO Emissions-90%near-zero visible smoke
Fuel Consumption1/4thwood, pellets & agro-waste
Blower Power Draw2.4W40+ hours on 12V 7Ah pack
THERMODYNAMIC COMBUSTION ARCHITECTURE

See the airflow.
Understand why there is zero smoke.

Traditional chulhas and open fires create smoke because wood gases escape unburned due to cold air and poor oxygen mixing. NEXMANCER divides airflow into two engineered zones: primary air to gasify biomass, and pre-heated secondary air to incinerate the gases in a clean flame vortex.

SIMULATED FLUID DYNAMICSSmokeless Secondary Burn
Primary & Secondary Air (Cold / Preheated)
High-Temp Combustion Zone
ACTIVE SUBSYSTEM DETAIL

Zone 2: Pre-Heated Secondary Air Inlets

Smoke re-burning & gasification combustion

Air routed along the outer chamber wall absorbs waste heat, superheating to over 400°C before jetting horizontally through secondary inlet holes into the rising flue gases. This ignites unburnt soot, smoke, and tar, converting noxious particulate matter into usable thermal energy.

Zone Temp750°C - 950°C
Airflow Allocation65% Total Volume
Key Engineering Attributes:
Concentric double-wall air preheat jacket reclaims conductive heat loss
Precision tangential jet angle induces cyclonic flame turbulence
Eliminates 90%+ of visible smoke and hazardous indoor particulate emissions
Why Forced-Draft Gasification? Natural draft cookstoves depend on chimney height and weather. A BLDC fan eliminates draft starvation, ensuring complete wood gas burnout under any ambient pressure or altitude.
INTELLIGENT EMBEDDED CONTROLLER

The fire responds to you. In real time.

Take total control over combustion. The NEXMANCER smart console couples a tactile rotary encoder with thermocouple telemetry and adaptive PID airflow control. Test the interactive console below.

NEXMANCER HELIOS TELEMETRY CONSOLE
HELIOS PROTO-2
● 12.4V DCMODE: AUTO
COMBUSTION CORE TEMP
337°C
Target: 300°C(Secondary Active)
BLDC FORCED AIR DRAFT
65% THROTTLE
RPM: 3,270FLOW: 10.7 CFM
STATUS: OPTIMAL COMBUSTION • ZERO SMOKEEST. BATTERY: ~22 HRS (12V 7Ah)
Blower Speed Modulation:65%
10% Low Simmer50% Cooking100% Turbo Boil
NEXMANCER Intelligent Controller prototype close-up
Engineered Hardware Prototype
Machined Aluminum Dial & Integrated OLED

Weather-resistant enclosure, tactile sealed click buttons, stainless hardware mounts, and sub-millisecond ADC sampling for K-type industrial thermocouples.

K-Type Thermocouple
0°C to 1,024°C continuous thermal sensing inside the core
12V / 24V Architecture
Runs directly from adapter, DC battery pack, or solar panel
PRECISION SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE

Engineered as a system —
15 precision subsystems.

Every millimeter of the NEXMANCER Helios is engineered for longevity, thermal retention, and complete smoke elimination. Toggle between the 15-part exploded assembly and the operational cutaway.

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NEXMANCER Helios Smart Forced-Draft Biomass Stove complete 15-part exploded engineering view
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CAD EXPLODED VIEWNEXMANCER HELIOS — 15-PART EXPLODED ASSEMBLY

Explore All 15 Engineered Components

Click any component below to view technical role and metallurgy
#01Vessel Interface

Heavy Duty Pot Support

High-silicon ductile cast iron spider trivet engineered with optimized aeration scallops. Securely holds small pans, woks, and heavy community cauldrons up to 50 kg without tipping.

Ductile Cast Iron
#02Thermal Sealing

Top Ring / Cooking Interface

Precision laser-cut heavy steel collar with high-temperature thermal finish. Directs heat cleanly upward against cooking vessel while isolating ambient drafts.

Coated Carbon Steel
#03Thermodynamics

Insulated Combustion Chamber

High-density refractory ceramic lining containing intense combustion core heat (>850°C). Radiates thermal energy back into the flame while keeping outer chassis safe to touch.

Alumina-Silica Refractory
#04Air Aerodynamics

Secondary Air Manifold

Tangential cyclonic injection ring. Delivers pre-heated air (>400°C) into rising unburnt flue gases, igniting smoke and soot for clean, smokeless secondary combustion.

Stainless Steel 304
#05Chassis

Outer Shell Body

Industrial-grade cylindrical steel housing finished in matte black high-temperature powder coating. Weather, rust, and scratch-resistant for rugged indoor and outdoor use.

Powder-Coated Steel
#06Fuel Ingestion

Wood Feeding Tray

Dual-purpose hopper tray supporting continuous feeding or gravity feed. Handles split firewood, tree prunings, compressed briquettes, and pellet fuels without jamming.

Laser-Cut Heat Treated Steel
#07Draft Plenum

Primary Air Manifold

Under-grate pressurized air manifold receiving positive draft directly from the BLDC blower. Uniformly distributes primary oxygen across the entire ember bed.

Aero-Duct Welded Steel
#08Combustion Bed

Optimized Grate

Perforated heavy-duty grate maximizing primary air passage while retaining hot charcoal embers for continuous gasification.

High-Alloy Thermal Cast Iron
#09Maintenance

Quick-Release Ash Drawer

Sealed slide-out collection drawer beneath the grate. Enables quick ash disposal during continuous cooking cycles without stopping the active fire.

Cold-Rolled Steel with Heat Grip
#10Structural

Sturdy Base & Legs

Quad-stance cast aluminum/steel legs with vibration isolation feet. Ensures stability on uneven outdoor ground, rustic kitchen floors, or tabletop platforms.

Structural Reinforced Alloy
#11Fluid Mechanics

Air Ducting Plenum

High-efficiency aerodynamic transition duct connecting the BLDC blower outlet to the primary manifold with minimal static pressure loss.

Thermal Sealed Housing
#12Active Draft

BLDC Blower Fan

Variable-speed brushless DC centrifugal fan providing positive static pressure. Microcontroller-modulated via PWM for smooth throttle control from 10% to 100%.

High-Temp PBT & Brushless Rotor
#13Sensing & Feedback

K-Type Temperature Sensor

Industrial-grade thermocouple probe positioned directly at the combustion collar. Transmits real-time core temperature telemetry to the MCU every 250 milliseconds.

Stainless 316 Protective Sheath
#14Intelligence

Smart Controller & OLED UI

Microcontroller console with knurled digital dial, high-contrast OLED screen, and automated PID feedback curves for hands-off or manual flame modulation.

Machined Anodized Dial & IP54 Casing
#15Energy Systems

12V / 24V Power Architecture

Universal low-voltage power system operable via mains AC/DC adapter, portable power banks, vehicle 12V sockets, or direct mini solar panels for off-grid freedom.

Integrated Surge & Reverse Protection
ACTIVE SUBSYSTEM #01 • Vessel Interface
Heavy Duty Pot Support

High-silicon ductile cast iron spider trivet engineered with optimized aeration scallops. Securely holds small pans, woks, and heavy community cauldrons up to 50 kg without tipping.

SpecificationLoad tested: 50 kg+ • Fits 14cm to 42cm pots
MaterialDuctile Cast Iron
INTERACTIVE IMPACT & ECONOMIC CALCULATOR

Calculate your fuel savings.
Measure your carbon impact.

See the direct real-world difference of precision forced-draft gasification. Adjust your cooking hours and baseline fuel source to calculate wood saved, carbon averted, and economic payback.

Daily Cooking Duration:3 Hours / Day
1 Hour (Light)4 Hours (Family)8 Hours (Commercial)
Meal Volume / People Fed:5 People
2 (Couple)6 (Household)40 (Community Kitchen)
NEXMANCER Thermal Efficiency: ~68%Tier-4 Clean Cooking Target
PROJECTED ANNUAL IMPACTPER STOVE UNIT / YR
Firewood Conserved
2,902 kg/yr
≈ 16.1 mature trees saved from deforestation
Annual Fuel Cost Saved
$406 / yr
Full hardware payback in under 6 months
CO2e Emissions Prevented
5.31 tCO2e
Carbon credit verification eligible
Foraging & Tending Saved
290 Hours
Empowering women & families with productive time
Want to run field trials or clean cookstove carbon offset projects?
REAL-WORLD DEPLOYMENT SCENARIOS

Designed for real-world kitchens. Everywhere.

From remote off-grid homesteads to carbon finance projects and eco-resorts, NEXMANCER adapts to the context, local fuel types, and culinary habits of the communities it powers.

Family Cooking

Rural & Off-Grid Households

Transforms domestic kitchens into clean, smoke-free environments. Operates reliably on split wood, pruned twigs, and agricultural residue while saving 3+ hours daily of fuel gathering.

75% less firewood needed
Institutional Scale

Community Kitchens & Schools

Heavy-duty cast iron trivet holds 50kg pots with ease. Provides commercial boil power for midday meal schemes, community centers, and institutional canteens without pricey LPG.

Supports large 40cm+ vessels
Sustainable Living

Eco-Resorts & Glamping Retreats

A gorgeous, tactile focal point for outdoor culinary experiences. Zero toxic smoke, clean wood aroma, and modern industrial aesthetics aligned with eco-friendly hospitality.

Clean aesthetic & low noise
Circular Economy

Agro-Waste Energy Valorization

Engineered forced draft handles tough fibrous fuels that choke natural draft stoves: coconut shells, coffee husks, compressed crop briquettes, and bamboo offcuts.

Multi-biomass fuel tolerance
ESG & Impact

Carbon Offset & Clean Cooking Funds

Designed for verifiable carbon credits under Gold Standard and Verra methodologies. Significant firewood reduction yields certifiable tCO2e offset volume per household.

Tier-4 thermal efficiency
CUSTOM DEPLOYMENT

Have a custom fuel or fleet requirement?

We engineer custom controller firmware curves, hopper configurations, and blower calibrations for regional biomass feeds (bamboo, bagasse, briquettes, rice husk).

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS & BENCHMARKS

A platform ready to be measured.

Transparent, repeatable engineering numbers. Compare the technical parameters of the NEXMANCER system against legacy biomass cookers.

Thermal & Combustion DynamicsVERIFIED

Nominal Thermal Output3.5 kW - 6.8 kW (Controllable)
Thermal Efficiency> 65% (ISO 19867-1 / WBT 4.2.4)
Combustion Core TemperatureUp to 950°C in secondary vortex
Time to Boil (5 Liters Water)11 - 13 minutes (Turbo mode)
Turndown Ratio4:1 (From high boil to slow simmer)
Emissions ClassificationTargeting Tier 4 / Tier 5 ISO Clean Cooking

Airflow & Forced-Draft InductionVERIFIED

Blower TypeHigh-static pressure brushless DC centrifugal fan
Operating Speed800 RPM to 4,800 RPM (PWM Modulated)
Airflow Volume Range0.8 CFM to 18.2 CFM continuous
Air Preheating SystemConcentric thermal annular jacket
Secondary Air InletsTangential cyclonic injection array

Electrical, Power & IntelligenceVERIFIED

System Operating Voltage12V / 24V DC Auto-sensing input
Power Consumption2.4W (Nominal) • 5.5W (Peak Turbo) • <0.1W (Sleep)
Supported Power SourcesAC/DC Adapter, 12V LiFePO4 / Lead-acid, 15W Solar PV
Embedded Controller32-bit ARM Cortex MCU
Telemetry & SensorIndustrial K-Type thermocouple probe (-50°C to 1100°C)
Display & InterfaceHigh-contrast OLED screen + Knurled digital encoder dial

Mechanical & MaterialsVERIFIED

Combustion ChamberAlumina-silicate high-density refractory ceramic lining
Pot Support TrivetHeavy-duty ductile cast iron (supports pots up to 50kg)
Outer Chassis ShellMatte black powder-coated cold-rolled steel
Ash Disposal SystemPull-out sealed steel drawer with safety latch
Total System Weight6.4 kg (Portable & field rugged)
Fuel CompatibilitySplit firewood, pellets, wood briquettes, coconut shells, crop briquettes
Full Engineering Spec Sheet & CAD Schematics
Available for institutional evaluators, cookstove testing laboratories, and distribution partners.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Got questions? We have engineering answers.

NEXMANCER is engineered for fuel versatility. It burns seasoned split firewood, pruned tree limbs, compressed biomass pellets, coconut shells, bamboo offcuts, and agro-residue briquettes. The high-static-pressure BLDC blower ensures dense fuel beds receive sufficient oxygen without choking.