Comprehensive Analysis of C.I. Engine Fueled with Methyl Esters of Karanja Oil

Abstract:

Recent concerns over the environment, increasing fuel prices and scarcity of its supply have promoted the interest in development of the alternative sources for petroleum fuels. The methyl esters of vegetable oils, known as biodiesel are becoming increasingly popular because of their low environmental impact and potential as a green alternative fuel for diesel engine and they would not require significant modification of existing engine hardware. Methyl ester of Karanja (KME) derived through transesterification process. Experimental investigations have been carried out to examine properties, performance and emissions of different blends ( KB10,KB20, KB30, KB40 and KB50) of KME. However, its diesel blends showed reasonable efficiencies, lower smoke, CO and HC.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 532)
• Pages: 491-495
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.532.491
• Online since: February 2014
• Authors: R. Sarala*, M. Rajendran, B Sutharson
• Keywords: Bio-Diesel, C.I. Engine, Emission, Esterification, Karanja Oil, Performance

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