Biodiesel A Realistic Fuel Alternative for Diesel Engines

Environmental and political concerns are generating a growing interest in alternative engine fuels such as biodiesel. Biodiesel is a renewable energy source produced from natural oils and fats, which can be used as a substitute for petroleum diesel without the need for diesel engine modification. In...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Demirbas, Ayhan
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London Springer London 2008, 2008
Edition:1st ed. 2008
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Biofuels
  • Vegetable Oils and Animal Fats
  • Biodiesel
  • Biodiesel from Triglycerides via Transesterification
  • Fuel Properties of Biodiesels
  • Current Technologies in Biodiesel Production
  • Engine Performance Tests
  • Global Renewable Energy and Biofuel Scenarios
  • The Biodiesel Economy and Biodiesel Policy