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108 articles for “fuel properties”
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Performance Analysis and Emission Study of a C.I. Engine using Butanol, Biodiesel and Diesel Blends
Abstract: Biodiesel, which has been projected as an alternative to diesel fuel, can be made an attractive and viable substitute by use of a non-glyceride type of readily available, renewable and economic resources like acid oil. The production and consumption of biodiesel will increase in future due to ecofriendly, and possibility of use of existing engines of a motor vehicle without the need for major adjustments. Biodiesel and diesel fuel are …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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RCCI Engine: Performance and Emission Testing Using Biodiesel
Abstract: With dwindling fossil fuel reserves and rising energy demands, the need for renewable alternatives is more critical than ever. This study explores the potential of Karanja biodiesel, a fuel derived from Karanja oil, as a sustainable replacement for diesel in RCCI engines. Karanja biodiesel offers several advantages. It's renewable, reduces dependence on fossil fuels, and produces lower emissions compared to traditional diesel. This research investigates how Karanja biodiesel blends impact …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 30–41 Read article
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Evaluation of Diesel Engine Performance and Emissions Using Algal Biodiesel
Abstract: Algal material has captivated the attention as renewable fuel without imposing any impact on global food markets with high biomass productivity with their ability to convert CO2 to fuel, and wastewater treatment. This work has been carried to use algal biodiesel blends as fuel in a DI (direct injection) diesel engine. The fuel properties of AB10, AB20, AB30 and AB50 along with engine performance (BP and BSFC) and emissions (CO, …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Experimental Studies on the Mechanical and Microstructural Properties of Sustainable Concrete Incorporating Palm Oil Industrial Waste
Abstract: Diving into the world of concrete, normal concrete is widely used in construction but poses environmental challenges due to significant carbon dioxide emissions from cement production. Incorporating oil palm shells (OPS) and palm oil fuel ash (POFA) into concrete offers a sustainable alternative, utilizing waste products from the palm oil industry and reducing environmental impact. Experimental studies have examined the use of OPS and POFA as partial replacements for coarse …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 7, 2024 · pp. 19–40 Read article
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Basics of Biodiesel: A Review
Abstract: The present review aims to study the prospects and opportunities of introducing vegetable oils and their derivatives as fuel in diesel engines. Vegetable oils present a very promising scenario of functioning as alternative fuels to fossil diesel fuel. The properties of these oils can be compared favorably with the characteristics required for internal combustion engine fuels. Fuel-related properties are reviewed and compared with those of conventional diesel fuel. Use of …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Microalgae: A Promising Third Generation Renewable Energy Source for I.C. Engines
Abstract: Fossil fuel resources are diminishing day by day. Biodiesel fuels are attracting increasing attention worldwide as direct substitutes for diesel fuel in diesel engines. Among the biodiesel sources, Microalgae have been tested as a potential feedstock for biofuel age in current time inferable from its rich vitality content, swelled development rate, modest culture draws near, the remarkable limit of CO2 obsession, and O2 expansion to the earth. This paper reviews …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Production of liquid fuel from waste plastic using batch catalytic pyrolysis process
Abstract: Waste polystyrene from households and retailing shops are recognized to be the major sources of environmental problem. On the other hand, it represents a source of energy and valuable chemical products. Pyrolysis as a technique of chemical recycling of waste plastic is as an environmentally and economically acceptable option for converting waste plastics into useful resources. In this study, the operating conditions studied were; temperature was varied from 430 to …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Polystyrene Plastic Waste into Liquid Fuel Using Silica-Alumina Catalyst, Extracted from Rice Husk
Abstract: Catalytic Pyrolysis of Polystyrene (PS) into fuel like products using silica alumina catalyst that was extracted from rice husk was investigated over temperature range of 430–470°C. The output of catalytic pyrolysis was liquid oil, solid residues (char) and gaseous fraction. The product yields as a function of temperature, time and catalyst amount were studied. High conversion of liquid (48.8%) was achieved at 430 and 450ºC in the presence of 12.5 …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 15–31 Read article
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Evaluation of the Emission and Engine Operability of Biodiesel and Biodiesel Blends Produced from Alkali-Catalyzed Esterification and Transesterification of Jatropha Oil Feedstock
Abstract: This study reports on the engine performance analysis of biodiesel and blends produced from jatropha-based bio-oil feedstock via combined esterification and transesterification process, the physiochemical of the bio-oil, and subsequent biodiesel produced. Jatropha bio-oil was characterized to determine its fuel properties. A liquid phase transesterification reaction at 60 min reaction time, 50°C temperature, using a methanol-oil molar ratio of 40:1 and 0.35 g of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) catalyst was carried …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–21 Read article
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Recovery of Liquid Hydrocarbon Fuels from Polypropylene Waste Plastics via Catalytic Pyrolysis
Abstract: Process of pyrolysis is a thermo-chemical method conducted at high temperatures and usually in presence of catalysts. Dissimilar type of natural and synthetic catalysts are used for alteration of organic wastes into cherished fuels. The aim of this work is conversion of waste production of liquid fuel using catalyst that produced from rice husk ash. Waste plastic was pyrolyzed at temperature range 430-470oC and obtained products were liquid fuel, gas …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 33–48 Read article
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Experimental Study on Mechanical and Durability Properties of Concrete Using Mineral Admixtures
Abstract: This study explores the partial replacement of OPC with Fly Ash (FA), Rice Husk Ash (RHA), Glass Powder (GP), Palm Oil Fuel Ash (POFA) at varying percentages of 10%, 20%, 30% with the addition of 1% chemical admixture with water-cement ratio of 0.45. The influence of these replacements on the fresh properties, mechanical and durability properties is evaluated at 7, 28, and 56 days of curing. The results indicate that …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 148–160 Read article
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Selective Recovery of Valuable Chemicals from Tire Pyrolysis Oil: A Sustainable Approach
Abstract: The generation of waste/scrap/end-of-life tires (ELTs) poses severe environmental challenges globally. For the disposal of huge numbers of ELTs (generated every year) using conventional recycling methods, like as landfill or incineration, are not preferred due to their adverse environmental impacts. To overcome this problem, an alternative and promising technology is developed -the pyrolysis of waste tires. Pyrolysis is a thermochemical process that decomposes organic materials (Rubber Hydrocarbons) in the absence …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 31–43 Read article
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Catalytic Pyrolysis of Polymer Composites
Abstract: The increasing accumulation of polymer-based waste, including polymer composites, is causing degradation of environment and hence becoming a big issue. In the present paper, the researchers have taken up the question and tried to find the solution in the form of catalytic pyrolysis which can be opted as potential substitute. By the application of catalytic pyrolysis, it is getting checked and analysed that whether application will lead to transformation of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 379–389 Read article
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Experimental Study on Sustainable Light Weight Concrete Incorporating with Oil Palm Industrial Waste
Abstract: In present days a very huge number of raw materials are used by the construction sector which releases very large amount of harmful gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2) into the environment. To avoid such problems research should be focused on sustainable materials, among which Oil Palm industrial waste that can be used in concrete. The main purpose of this research is to utilize the palm oil fuel ash (POFA) …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 7, 2024 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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A Review study of Mn-Zn Ferrite with Applications and Synthesis processes
Abstract: The distinct magnetic characteristics and adaptability of Mn-Zn ferrites make them broadly applicable in a wide range of industries and applications. Temperature stability, high electricity resistivity, magnetic permeability, permittivity, saturation magnetization, and low power losses are among the characteristics of Mn-Zn ferrites. These ferrites particularly in the form of magnetic nanoparticles, have garnered significant interest in cancer research and therapy and the biomedical field. Researchers are keenly interested in the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Structure–Property–Performance Characteristics of Chlorella Vulgaris Lipid-Based Bio-Composites Modified with n-Pentanol
Abstract: The depletion of fossil fuel resources and increasingly stringent emission regulations have intensified the need for sustainable alternatives for compression ignition (CI) engines. Biodiesel derived from Chlorella vulgaris microalgae is a renewable, non-edible fuel; however, its higher viscosity and lower volatility can adversely affect engine performance. To address these limitations, higher alcohols such as n-pentanol can be employed as effective modifiers to improve fuel physicochemical properties while maintaining compatibility with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1636–1648 Read article
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An Investigation into the Quality of Distillate Diesel Fuel at Selected Service Stations in Freetown’s Western Area
Abstract: As a critical energy source for global transport and industry, diesel fuel quality is of paramount importance. This study evaluates and compares the quality of diesel fuel samples by analyzing key parameters: sulfur content, density, cetane index, and kinematic viscosity. The properties of diesel fuel samples from six (6) Fuel Stations of various Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) are compared with National Technical specifications limits of the Sierra Leone Standards Bureau, …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Extraction of Rice Bran Oil and Its Application in Producing Biodiesel
Abstract: Increased environmental awareness and depletion of resources are driving industry to develop viable alternative fuels from renewable resources that are environmentally more acceptable. Vegetable oil is a potential alternative fuel. The most detrimental properties of vegetable oils are its high viscosity and low volatility and these cause several problems during their long duration usage in compression ignition (CI) engines. The most commonly used method to make vegetable oil suitable for …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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The Physio-chemical Analysis of waste cooking oil and butanol blends with diesel
Abstract: With the growing concerns of environmental condition and energy resources, the alternate fuel like biodiesel is the best promising fuel. In this paper the physico-chemical properties has been determined of two different bio-diesel blends (1)Waste cooking oil(WCO) with diesel (2) butanol with diesel. The waste cooking oils are subjected to a chemical process called transesterification to produce the WCO biodiesel and then blended with diesel. The steps required for production …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 62–66 Read article
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Synthesis and Structural Characterization of Nanocrystalline CeO2 and Ce0.95Cu0.05O2 Solid Solution Catalysts: Properties and Applications
Abstract: The main study and the development of CeO2 and Cu-doped CeO2 nanocrystals containing transition- metal species are of crucial importance for understanding the preparation and fabrication of CeO2 and Cu-doped CeO2 nanoparticles by solution combustion technique to taken glycine as fuel. The structural properties of Ce1-xCuxO2 nanocrystals were examined by investigating the influence of cerium dioxide and Cu dopant ions. The CeO2 single-phase cubic system was successfully incorporated with Cu …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 29–38 Read article