Biodiesel Performance Improvement with the Addition of Al2O3 Nanoparticles on Diesel Engine

Abdillah, Muhammad; Amaliyah, Novriany; Putra, Andi Erwin Eka; Surahman,

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“…Biofuels utilized in diesel engines encompass cotton oil [3,4], palm and coconut oils [5], waste cooking oils [6][7][8][9], rapeseed oil [10], canola oil [11], blends of rapeseed oil with canola and Jatropha oils [12], and olive and soya oils [13]. Challenges associated with the use of biodiesel, such as high viscosity, poor cold weather performance, and compatibility with diesel engine equipment, can be mitigated by blending the biodiesel with additives like Jet-A [14], kerosene [15], ethanol [16,17], and nanoparticles [18,19]. Spiritus and Pertalite [20], butanol and algae [21], and Pongamia [22] have been blended with spark ignition engines' fuel, resulting in improved emission of pollutants and enhanced specific fuel consumption (SFC).…”

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Evaluating the Performance and Exhaust Emissions of a Micro Gas Turbine Engine Fueled by Kerosene and Olive Oil Methyl Ester Blends

Hasan,

Rasheed

2023

IJHT

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The search for renewable, affordable energy alternatives has gained momentum in light of dwindling fossil fuel reserves. Biofuels, particularly those derived from plant sources, present a viable solution to both the energy crisis and environmental degradation. This study focuses on the implementation of olive oil methyl ester (OME) biofuel in micro gas turbine engines. Biofuel blends, with volumetric OME concentrations ranging from 20% to 80% in standard kerosene, were prepared and tested on a GT 85-2-H micro gas turbine unit. The engine's performance and exhaust emissions were evaluated under two different operational parameters: constant speed and constant load. The use of an 80% OME biofuel blend resulted in an 8.7% reduction in overall efficiency and a 13.1% increase in specific fuel consumption (SFC) under an 80% load. However, it also led to a significant improvement in exhaust emissions, with reductions of 28.8%, 39%, and 33.8% recorded for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), and nitrogen oxides (NOx), respectively. Similarly, under a constant speed test at 20000 rpm, an 80% OME blend caused a 10.5% reduction in overall efficiency and a 13.6% increase in SFC. Nevertheless, the same blend improved the CO, HC, and NOx emissions by 38%, 41.4%, and 36%, respectively. The findings confirm the potential of OME as a biofuel in micro gas turbine engines, underlining its effectiveness in reducing harmful emissions. This research emphasizes the feasibility of biofuels derived from olive oil in addressing future energy demands while mitigating environmental impact.

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Evaluating the Performance and Exhaust Emissions of a Micro Gas Turbine Engine Fueled by Kerosene and Olive Oil Methyl Ester Blends

Hasan,

Rasheed

2023

IJHT

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Nanoparticle-enhanced biodiesel blends: A comprehensive review on improving engine performance and emissions

Modi,

Rampure,

Babbar

et al. 2024

Materials Science for Energy Technologies

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Optimization of Biodiesel–Nanoparticle Blends for Enhanced Diesel Engine Performance and Emission Reduction

Mikky,

Bhran,

El-Araby

et al. 2024

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Biodiesel is a promising alternative fuel that represents a sustainable and environmentally friendly energy source. Due to its complete carbon cycle, it reduces dependence on fossil fuels and lowers greenhouse gas emissions. However, the use of biodiesel in diesel engines is associated with several challenges, including an increase in nitrogen oxide and particulate emissions, incompatibility with cold climates, and lower calorific value. By using nanoparticles as fuel additives, there is a potential to improve the properties of biodiesel and address its shortcomings. In this work, the characteristics of biodiesel derived from waste cooking oil have been enhanced using nanoparticle additives, which result in the usage of a higher percentage of the biodiesel in diesel engines. Nanoparticles of cerium oxide, silicon dioxide, and aluminum oxide have been investigated in different concentrations as biodiesel additives. Two mathematical models are introduced in this work and solved by LINGO optimization software (version 18); the first one seeks to predict the characteristics of biodiesel with nanoparticles in any blend of diesel–biodiesel–nanoparticles, while the second model aims to maximize the biodiesel ratio in a biodiesel–diesel–nanoparticles blend. The application of the combined two models aids in the selection of the optimal nanomaterial that improves the properties of biodiesel and permits an increase in the biodiesel mixing ratio in the fuel. The results show that the best nanoparticle type is cerium oxide at a concentration of 100 ppm, and the optimal mixing ratio of biodiesel blended with CeO2 nanoparticles is 24.892%. An unmodified diesel engine is operated and evaluated with the optimum blend (24.892% biodiesel + 75.108% petrol diesel + 100 ppm CeO2 nanoparticles). It is found that significant improvements in engine performance and emissions compared with the conventional diesel are achieved. The reductions in brake-specific fuel consumption (BSFC), smoke opacity, and carbon monoxide emissions are 24%, 52%, and 30%, respectively.

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Biodiesel Performance Improvement with the Addition of Al2O3 Nanoparticles on Diesel Engine

Cited by 3 publications

References 39 publications

Evaluating the Performance and Exhaust Emissions of a Micro Gas Turbine Engine Fueled by Kerosene and Olive Oil Methyl Ester Blends

Evaluating the Performance and Exhaust Emissions of a Micro Gas Turbine Engine Fueled by Kerosene and Olive Oil Methyl Ester Blends

Nanoparticle-enhanced biodiesel blends: A comprehensive review on improving engine performance and emissions

Optimization of Biodiesel–Nanoparticle Blends for Enhanced Diesel Engine Performance and Emission Reduction

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