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The performance, emissions, and combustion characteristics of an unmodified diesel engine running on the ternary blends of pentanol/safflower oil biodiesel/diesel fuel
AbstractThe objective of the present study is to scrutinize the influence of a binary blend of diesel–safflower oil biodiesel and ternary blends of diesel–biodiesel–pentanol on performance, emission and combustion characteristics of a diesel power generator. The test fuels were prepared on volume basis by splash blending and named as follows: B20, B20P5, B20P10, B20P15, and B20P20. The tests were carried out on a single-cylinder, four-stroke, naturally aspirated, and direct-injection diesel engine at four engine loads with a constant engine speed of 3000 rpm. According to the results, ternary blends vaguely reduced BTE while increased BSFC up to 13.90% as compared to diesel. In addition, an increase in pentanol concentration has a considerable effect on the decrease in NOX emissions. It is noted that the addition of pentanol to diesel–biodiesel blend caused to lower emissions (CO, HC, and smoke), whereas CO2 emission increased noticeably thanks to the more complete combustion due to the excess oxygen content. Reviewing combustion analysis results, pentanol addition led to decrease heat release rate and lower ignition delay up to 15% blend ratio compared to diesel. Based on the present study, pentanol can be evaluated as a promising type of higher alcohol for the compression ignition engines in the near future.Graphic abstract
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Reducing climate impacts in the transportation sector
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Comparative Assessment of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Toxicity in a Diesel Engine Powered by Diesel and Biodiesel Blends with High Concentrations of Alcohols
Higher carbon alcohols such as n-propanol, n-butanol, and n-pentanol that can be produced from biomass can be used as alternative fuels in diesel engines. These alcohols can mix with both diesel fuel and biodiesel without any phase separation. Currently, unregulated emissions such as toxicity and total polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) from the use of these alcohols are not monitored. Investigating the effects of increasing the alternative fuel concentration for use in a diesel engine on PAH emissions will contribute to the protection of the environment and extend the engine’s operating life. In this study, the effects of adding 35% (by volume) n-propanol, n-butanol and n-pentanol to diesel and biodiesel on unregulated emissions in a diesel engine were compared. In the total PAH emission of biodiesel, the mixture containing n-pentanol stood out compared to other mixtures with a decrease of 39.17%. In higher alcohol-diesel mixtures, the highest reduction was observed in the n-butanol mixture as 80.98%. With respect to toxic emissions, very close values were obtained in biodiesel blends up to 94.15%, although n-butanol showed a maximum reduction of 84.33% in diesel blends. All these reductions also prevented the formation of high-cycle PAHs. The results obtained showed that the use of high carbon alcohols in a high mixing ratio contributed to the improvement of the fuel properties of biodiesel and to an increase in the alternative fuel mixing ratio with the reduction of PAH emissions from diesel fuel.
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Detailed Analysis of PAH Formation, Toxicity and Regulated Pollutants in a Diesel Engine Running on Diesel Blends with n-Propanol, n-Butanol and n-Pentanol
There are a number of emissions produced by internal combustion engines that are regulated to limit atmospheric pollution. However, it is equally important for both environmental and human health to also monitor and control polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). Using high-carbon alcohols with straight-chain structures, such as n-propanol (Pro), n-butanol (Bu) and n-pentanol (Pen), together with diesel fuel (D), can be a way to reduce these harmful pollutants. In this study, nine different test fuels were created by mixing each higher alcohol with diesel fuel at 5%, 20% and 30% mixing ratios. In order to compare the effects of these test fuels on regulated pollutants and PAH compounds, fuel blends were evaluated in a diesel engine at partial loads and at a constant speed. Regulated emissions were measured using a standard 5-gas analyzer, and PAHs were detected and quantified using rigorous analytical chemistry methods, such as gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS). While higher carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrocarbon (HC) pollutants were emitted by the binary blends due to their high oxygen content and latent heat of evaporation (LHE), a decrease in nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions between 4.98% and 20.08% was observed depending on the alcohol concentration. With the exception of the 20% n-pentanol mixture, PAH concentrations in the exhaust gas were significantly reduced in other binary blends. The 35% n-butanol mixture stood out in reducing total PAHs by 80.98%. In toxicity reduction, the 20% n-propanol mixture was the most effective with a decrease of 91.23% in toxicity. Overall, higher alcohols have been shown to be effective additives not only in reducing overall PAH emissions and toxicity, but also in reducing high-ring and heavier PAHs, which are more carcinogenic and cause a greater risk to engine lifedue to wet stacking under cold starting or low-load conditions.
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Optimal Water Addition in Emulsion Diesel Fuel Using Machine Learning and Sea-Horse Optimizer to Minimize Exhaust Pollutants from Diesel Engine
Water-in-diesel (W/D) emulsion fuel is a potentially viable diesel fuel that can simultaneously enhance engine performance and reduce exhaust emissions in a current diesel engine without requiring engine modifications or incurring additional costs. In a consistent manner, the current study examines the impact of adding water, in the range of 5–30% wt. (5% increment) and 2% surfactant of polysorbate 20, on the performance in terms of brake torque (BT) and exhaust emissions of a four-cylinder four-stroke diesel engine. The relationship between independent factors, including water addition and engine speed, and dependent factors, including different exhaust released emissions and BT, was initially generated using machine learning support vector regression (SVR). Subsequently, a robust and modern optimization of the sea-horse optimizer (SHO) was run through the SVR model to find the optimal water addition and engine speed for improving the BT and lowering exhaust emissions. Furthermore, the SVR model was compared to the artificial neural network (ANN) model in terms of R-squared and mean square error (MSE). According to the experimental results, the BT was boosted by 3.34% compared to pure diesel at 5% water addition. The highest reduction in carbon monoxide (CO) and unburned hydrocarbon (UHC) was 9.57% and 15.63%, respectively, at 15% of water addition compared to diesel fuel. The nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from emulsified fuel were significantly lower than those from pure diesel, with a maximum decrease of 67.14% at 30% water addition. The suggested SVR-SHO model demonstrated superior prediction reliability, with a significant R-Squared of more than 0.98 and a low MSE of less than 0.003. The SHO revealed that adding 15% water to the W/D emulsion fuel at an engine speed of 1848 rpm yielded the optimum BT, CO, UHC, and NOx values of 49.5 N.m, 0.5%, 57 ppm, and 369 ppm, respectively. Finally, these outcomes have important implications for the potential of the SVR-SHO approach to minimize engine exhaust emissions while maximizing engine performance.
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Low Temperature NO Storage of Zeolite Supported Pd for Low Temperature Diesel Engine Emission Control
Pd supported on various zeolites has been found to be able to adsorb NO at temperatures below 200 °C with high storage efficiency and capacities in a gas feed which simulate diesel engine exhaust conditions. Highly dispersed Pd at the exchange sites of the zeolites are believed to be the active site for the low temperature NO storage. Different framework structures of the zeolites significantly affect not only the NO storage capacity but also the NOx desorption temperature. These materials show high potential for low temperature NOx emission control.
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Diesel Emissions and Their Control, 2nd Edition
Engineers, applied scientists, students, and individuals working to reduceemissions and advance diesel engine technology will find the secondedition of Diesel Emissions and Their Control to be an indispensablereference. Whether readers are at the outset of their learning journey orseeking to deepen their expertise, this comprehensive reference bookcaters to a wide audience.In this substantial update to the 2006 classic, the authors have expandedthe coverage of the latest emission technologies. With the industryevolving rapidly, the book ensures that readers are well-informed aboutthe most recent advances in commercial diesel engines, providing acompetitive edge in their respective fields. The second edition has alsostreamlined the content to focus on the most promising technologies.This book is rooted in the wealth of information available on DieselNet.com, where the “Technology Guide” papers offer in-depth insights. Eachchapter includes links to relevant online materials, granting readers accessto even more expertise and knowledge.The second edition is organized into six parts, providing a structuredjourney through every aspect of diesel engines and emissions control:
Part I: A foundational exploration of the diesel engine, combustion, andessential subsystems.
Part II: An in-depth look at emission characterization, health andenvironmental impacts, testing methods, and global regulations.
Part III: A comprehensive overview of diesel fuels, covering petroleumdiesel, alternative fuels, and engine lubricants.
Part IV: An exploration of engine efficiency and emission controltechnologies, from exhaust gas recirculation to engine control.
Part V: The latest developments in diesel exhaust aftertreatment,encompassing catalyst technologies and particulate filters.
Part VI: A historical journey through the evolution of dieselengine technology, with a focus on heavy-duty engines in the North American market.
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Investigating the effect of butanol isomers on combustion and emissions in port injection dual fuel diesel engines: an experimental study
The present study examines the effects of substituting alternative fuels for diesel fuel and employing a dual fuel approach on diesel engine combustion characteristics and emissions. Various butanol isomers, namely ıso-butanol, n-butanol, tert-butanol, and sec-butanol, were chosen as novelty alternative fuels. In dual fuel combustion strategy, diesel fuel was injected directly into the cylinder, while butanol isomers as a secondary fuel were introduced into the cylinder at the beginning of the intake period using a port injection technique. The tests were repeated for 15%, 30%, and 45% premixing ratios (Rp) of butanol isomers. This study presents detailed combustion parameters and pollutant emission findings produced in diesel engines employing a dual fuel strategy with butanol isomers. In general, an increase within in cylinder pressure and heat release rate was observed. Especially at a premixing ratio of 45%, an increase of 50% within heat release rate was observed. Use of all butanol isomers increased the ignition delay and shortened combustion duration. Brake thermal efficiency remained at acceptable levels, and ringing intensity was below the knock limit. In addition to an increase in CO and HC emissions, NOX emissions were also up at other premixing ratios but declined at 15%. High levels of decreased smoke opacity were recorded. Especially at a premixing ratio of 45% iso-butanol, a decrease up to 90% is remarkable. In conclusion, the combustion characteristics and pollutant emission results obtained from the experimental engine are discussed in detail according to the operating parameters. The obtained findings provide important information about the performance and emission profiles of alternative fuels and dual fuel systems and provide guidance for future research.
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Effects of Ethanol–Diesel on the Combustion and Emissions from a Diesel Engine at a Low Idle Speed
In this study, detailed experiments were conducted on the combustion and exhaust characteristics of ethanol–diesel blended fuels. The four-stroke four-cylinder common-rail direct injection diesel engine was used. The experiment was carried out at 750 rpm at a low speed idle, and a 40 Nm engine load was applied to simulate the operation of the accessories during the low idle operation of the actual vehicles. The test fuels were four types of ethanol-blended fuel. The ethanol blending ratios were 0% (DE_0) for pure diesel, and 3% (DE_3), 5% (DE_5) and 10% (DE_10) for 3%, 5% and 10% ethanol mixtures (by vol.%). Blending ethanol with diesel fuel increased the maximum combustion pressure by up to 4.1% compared with that of pure diesel fuel, and the maximum heat release rate increased by 13.5%. The brake specific fuel consumption (BSFC) increased, up to 5.9%, as the ethanol blending ratio increased, while the brake thermal efficiency (BTE) for diesel-ethanol blended fuels remained low, and was maintained at 23.8%. The coefficient of variation (COV) of the indicated mean effective pressure (IMEP) was consistently lower than 1% when ethanol was blended. The blending of ethanol increased the ignition delay from a 12.0 degree crank angle (°CA) at DE_0 to 13.7 °CA at DE_10, and the combustion duration was reduced from 21.5 °CA at DE_0 to 20.8 °CA at DE_10. When ethanol blending was applied, nitrogen oxides (NOx) reduced to 93.5% of the level of pure diesel fuel, the soot opacity decreased from 5.3% to 3% at DE_0, and carbon monoxide increased (CO) by 27.4% at DE_10 compared with DE_0. The presence of hydrocarbon (HC) decreased to 50% of the level of pure diesel fuel, but increased with a further increase in the ethanol blending ratio. The mean size of the soot particulates was reduced by 26.7%, from 33.9 nm for pure diesel fuel, DE_0, to 24.8 nm for DE_10.
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