scholarly journals Effects of Amorphous Ti–Al–B Nanopowder Additives on Combustion in a Single-Cylinder Diesel Engine

2017 ◽  
Vol 139 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian T. Fisher ◽  
Jim S. Cowart ◽  
Michael R. Weismiller ◽  
Zachary J. Huba ◽  
Albert Epshteyn
Keyword(s):  
Diesel Engine ◽  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Constant Load ◽  
High Specific Surface Area ◽  
Naval Research ◽  
Reactive Metal ◽  
Maximum Heat ◽  
Single Cylinder

Energetic nanoparticles are promising fuel additives due to their high specific surface area, high energy content, and catalytic capability. Novel amorphous reactive mixed-metal nanopowders (RMNPs) containing Ti, Al, and B, synthesized via a sonochemical reaction, have been developed at the Naval Research Laboratory. These materials have higher energy content than commercial nano-aluminum (nano-Al), making them potentially useful as energy-boosting fuel components. This work examines combustion of RMNPs in a single-cylinder diesel engine (Yanmar L48V). Fuel formulations included up to 4 wt % RMNPs suspended in JP-5, and equivalent nano-Al suspensions for comparison. Although the effects were small, both nano-Al and RMNPs resulted in shorter ignition delays, retarded peak pressure locations, decreased maximum heat release rates, and increased burn durations. A similar but larger engine (Yanmar L100V) was used to examine fuel consumption and emissions for a suspension of 8 wt % RMNPs in JP-5 (and 8 wt % nano-Al for comparison). The engine was operated as a genset under constant load with nominal gross indicated mean effective pressure of 6.5 bar. Unfortunately, the RMNP suspension led to deposits on the injector tip around the orifices, while nano-Al suspensions led to clogging in the fuel reservoir and subsequent engine stall. Nevertheless, fuel consumption rate was 17% lower for the nano-Al suspension compared to baseline JP-5 for the time period prior to stall, which demonstrates the potential value of reactive metal powder additives in boosting volumetric energy density of hydrocarbon fuels.

Effects of Amorphous Ti-Al-B Nanopowder Additives on Combustion in a Single-Cylinder Diesel Engine

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian T. Fisher ◽  
Jim S. Cowart ◽  
Michael R. Weismiller ◽  
Zachary J. Huba ◽  
Albert Epshteyn
Keyword(s):  
Diesel Engine ◽  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Consumption Rate ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Hydrocarbon Fuels ◽  
Constant Speed ◽  
Single Cylinder ◽  
Fuel Consumption Rate ◽  
Fuel Formulation

Energetic nanoparticles have shown promise as additives to liquid hydrocarbon fuels due to their high specific surface area, high energy content, and catalytic capability. Novel amorphous reactive mixed-metal nanopowders (RMNPs) containing Ti, A1, and B, synthesized via a sonochemical reaction, have been developed at the Naval Research Laboratory. These materials have higher energy content than commercial nano-aluminum (nano-A1), making them potentially useful as energy-boosting fuel components rather than simply catalytic additives. This work examines the combustion behavior of these RMNPs in a small, single-cylinder, 4-stroke diesel engine (Yanmar L48V). Fuel formulations included varying fractions of RMNPs, up to 4 wt. %, suspended in jet fuel JP-5. Comparative experiments also were conducted with equivalent suspensions of nano-A1 in JP-5. For each fuel formulation, with the engine operating at constant speed of 3000 RPM, load was varied across its full range. At each load, cylinder pressure data were recorded for 30 seconds (750 cycles) to enable determination of important combustion characteristics. Although differences were small, both nano-A1 and RMNPs resulted in shorter ignition delays, retarded peak pressure locations, decreased maximum rates of heat release, and increased burn durations. In addition, a similar but larger engine (Yanmar L100V) was used to examine fuel consumption and emissions for a suspension of 8 wt. % RMNPs in JP-5 (and 8 wt. % nano-A1 for comparison). The engine was connected to a genset operating at a constant speed of 3600 RPM and constant load with nominal gIMEP (gross indicated mean effective pressure) of 6.5 bar. Fuel consumption rate was determined from time required to consume 175 mL of each fuel formulation, while emissions levels were recorded once per minute during that time. Unfortunately, combustion data and visual inspection of the injector indicated that RMNPs led to significant deposits on the injector tip and in and around the orifices, which had a negative impact on both fuel consumption rate and emissions. The engine stalled after four minutes of operation with the nano-A1-laden fuel, apparently due to clogging at the bottom of the fuel reservoir. It was concluded that particle settling in the fuel reservoir and particle clogging in the fuel system and injector were significant problems for these composite liquid/powder fuels. Nevertheless, fuel consumption rate was found to be 17% lower for the nano-A1 suspension compared to baseline JP-5 for the period of time that the engine was able to operate, which is a significant achievement towards demonstrating the potential value of reactive metal powder additives in boosting the volumetric energy density of hydrocarbon fuels.

scholarly journals Performance of a drop-in biofuel emulsion on a single-cylinder research diesel engine

2016 ◽  
Vol 166 (3) ◽  
pp. 9-16
Author(s):  
Maria Bogarra-Macias ◽  
Omid Doustdar ◽  
Mohammed Fayad ◽  
Miroslaw Wyszyński ◽  
Athanasios Tsolakis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diesel Engine ◽  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Pyrolysis Product ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Waste To Energy ◽  
Gaseous Emissions ◽  
Pyrolysis Oil ◽  
Engine Operation ◽  
Single Cylinder

Current targets in reducing CO2 and other greenhouse gases as well as fossil fuel depletion have promoted the research for alternatives to petroleum-based fuels. Pyrolysis oil (PO) from biomass and waste oil is seen as a method to reduce life-cycle CO2, broaden the energy mix and increase the use of renewable fuels. The abundancy and low prices of feedstock have attracted the attention of biomass pyrolysis in order to obtain energy-dense products. Research has been carried out in optimising the pyrolysis process, finding efficient ways to convert the waste to energy. However, the pyrolysis products have a high content in water, high viscosity and high corrosiveness which makes them unsuitable for engine combustion. Upgrading processes such as gasification, trans-esterification or hydro-deoxynegation are then needed. These processes are normally costly and require high energy input. Thus, emulsification in fossil fuels or alcohols is being used as an alternative. In this research work, the feasibility of using PO-diesel emulsion in a single-cylinder diesel engine has been investigated. In-cylinder pressure, regulated gaseous emissions, particulate matter, fuel consumption and lubricity analysis reported. The tests were carried out of a stable non-corrosive wood pyrolysis product produced by Future Blends Ltd of Milton Park, Oxfordshire, UK. The product is trademarked by FBL, and is a stabilized fraction of raw pyrolysis oil produced in a process for which the patent is pending. The results show an increase in gaseous emissions, fuel consumption and a reduction in soot. The combustion was delayed with the emulsified fuel and a high variability was observed during engine operation.

scholarly journals Effect of algae fuel addition on fuel consumption and thermal efficiency of single cylinder diesel engine

2021 ◽  
Vol 1068 (1) ◽  
pp. 012016
Author(s):  
Hazim Sharudin ◽  
N.A. Rahim ◽  
N.I. Ismail ◽  
Sharzali Che Mat ◽  
Nik Rosli Abdullah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diesel Engine ◽  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Thermal Efficiency ◽  
Single Cylinder

Performance and Emission Characteristics of Diesel Engine Running on Blended Palm Oil

2013 ◽  
Vol 795 ◽  
pp. 164-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.M. Iqbal ◽  
Z.A. Zainal ◽  
M. Mazlan ◽  
Mohd Mustafa Al Bakri Abdullah ◽  
M.S. Salim
Keyword(s):  
Diesel Engine ◽  
Palm Oil ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Fossil Fuel ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Emission Characteristics ◽  
Performance And Emission ◽  
Suitable Climate ◽  
New Energy

Rapid increasing of industrialization and motorization has led arising of petroleum and energy demand. This pursue a new energy blends to cater the depletion of fossil fuel and the environmental degradation condition. Malaysia is blessed, which has suitable climate to plant alternative fuel (palm oil) and become one of the largest exporters to the world. Palm oil in its refined form as cooking oil has high energy content which can be adopted as an alternative to the petroleum based fuel. This paper evaluates the performance and emission characteristics of refined palm oil (RPO) as a fuel to the diesel engine. Palm oil and its blends composition with 20%, 40%, 60% as well as pure palm oil (100%) and diesel were tested separately under various engine loads. Five series of tests data on each type of fuel were analyzed and compared. Moreover, by increasing the percentage of RPO in blends would lead a character of higher percentage in density and viscosity. Studied revealed that the small percentage of RPO composition promises a good thermal efficiency together with the emission released.

Influence of the Air-Path Operating Parameters on the Low Temperature Combustion in a Single-Cylinder Diesel Engine

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlo Beatrice ◽  
Giovanni Avolio ◽  
Nicola Del Giacomo ◽  
Chiara Guido
Keyword(s):  
Diesel Engine ◽  
Low Temperature ◽  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Nox Reduction ◽  
Operating Parameters ◽  
Exhaust Pipe ◽  
Low Temperature Combustion ◽  
Passenger Cars ◽  
Single Cylinder ◽  
Temperature Combustion

The present paper describes the effects of some air-path operating parameters on the performance of a modern common-rail diesel engine when it runs under Low Temperature Combustion (LTC) conditions. Aim of the experimental work was to explore the potential of the control of each parameter on the improvement of LTC application to the modern LD diesel engines for passenger cars, in order to meet future NOx emissions limits avoiding penalties in fuel consumption and drivability. In particular, the effects on LTC performance of the following operating parameters were analysed: intake air temperature, exhaust EGR cooler temperature, intake pipe pressure, exhaust pipe pressure and swirl ratio. Tests are carried out with a single-cylinder research diesel engine derived from FIAT 1.9 JTD 16V Multi-Jet in the EURO4 version. Results analysis have shown a significant influence of some examined parameters on the improvement of EGR tolerability, that has led to sensitive NOx reduction, within fixed limits in fuel consumption and smoke. On the contrary, engine behaviour is insensitive to the variation of the other air-path parameters.

Performance Comparison between Diesel Fuel and Biodiesel Using a Low Cost Single Cylinder Diesel Engine Dynamometer

2014 ◽  
Vol 554 ◽  
pp. 505-509
Author(s):  
Mohd Zaini Jamaludin ◽  
Safaruddin Gazali Herawan ◽  
Mohamed Arifin Yusmady ◽  
Ahmad Fauzi
Keyword(s):  
Diesel Engine ◽  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Diesel Fuel ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Performance Comparison ◽  
Edible Oil ◽  
Brake Specific Fuel Consumption ◽  
Engine Torque ◽  
Single Cylinder ◽  
Engine Power

Nowadays, biodiesel from non-edible feedstock is gaining more concern than edible oil to substitute diesel fuel. The purpose of this study is to investigate the performance of low cost single cylinder diesel engine fuelled by regular diesel and B5 biodiesel of castor and jatropha. The experiments were conducted to identify the performance of a low cost single cylinder diesel engine dynamometer, in terms of engine torque, engine power, and brake specific fuel consumption. It was found that these biodiesel can be used as the alternative fuel based on the performance of engine dynamometer, where the results show nearly similar with regular diesel.

scholarly journals The Effects of Using Diesel-Citronella Fuel Blend on The Emission and Fuel Consumption for Single-Cylinder Diesel Engine

2020 ◽  
Vol 74 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Erdiwansyah Erdiwansyah ◽  
Muhammad Zaki ◽  
Mahidin Mahidin ◽  
Rizalman Mamat ◽  
Ahmad Fitri Yusop ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diesel Engine ◽  
Fuel Consumption ◽  
Fuel Blend ◽  
Single Cylinder
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