The main aim of the work is an attempt to evaluate the performance of non-edible feedstock known as Azolla (water fern) methyl ester in a CI test rig. At first, oil is extracted from Azolla which is further trans-esterified to Azolla methyl ester oil. The physical properties of esterified oil are evaluated and compared with ASTM standards of biodiesel. Based upon the oil yield rate blends are prepared in proportions of AME10, AME20, and AME30 concerning diesel fuel. These blends are tested in a standard diesel engine to evaluate the performance and emission characteristics at varied load conditions. From the obtained results, it was observed that AME10 blend shown closer behavior with the pure diesel fuel in terms of performance parameters. Whereas, on the other hand in terms of emission parameters such as NOx and HC, AME10 shown significant reduction rate compared with that of diesel fuel. So, based upon the experimental evaluation, it is concluded that AME10 blend can be a potential source of fuel in a diesel engine without any modifications.
Experimental Analysis of Azolla Biodiesel Blends in CI Engine
Lect.Notes Mechanical Engineering
02.03.2022
12 pages
Aufsatz/Kapitel (Buch)
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
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