Impact of CNTs on CI Engine Effectiveness and Emission Test Using a Blend of Diesel and Neem-Biodiesel

Rohit Singh, Rajesh Kumar Porwal, Vijay Verma

Abstract


Finding an alternative fuel is crucial to combating air pollution, one of the biggest environmental problems facing humanity today, and reducing reliance on foreign sources for conventional fuel. Biodiesel represents one such substitute. For example, carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are added to nanoparticles to enhance their functionality and reduce greenhouse gases. A comparative analysis of different blends was completed using diesel as the baseline. CNTs at concentrations of 25 ppm and 50 ppm were combined with B0, B10, and B20 biodiesel. Graphs comparing the blends' effectiveness, burning, and emissions features were made after measurements were obtained for each blend at different loads. When CNT (25 ppm) was added to B20 biodiesel, improvements in BTE and reduced emissions were noted, as well as enhanced burning when compared to diesel.

Keywords


CI Engine; Emissions; Performance; Carbon Nanotubes; Biodiesel

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