Environmental and Emission Analysis of Biodiesel/Bioethanol/Nanoparticles Blends With Hydrogen Addition in Diesel Engine

ABSTRACT This study investigates the emission characteristics of a diesel engine fueled by a combination of algae biodiesel (AB), bioethanol (BE), graphene oxide (GO) nanoparticles, and hydrogen (H 2 ) fumigation, assessing their potential as sustainable fuel alternatives. A single‐cylinder diesel engine was tested under different load conditions using a biodiesel blend (AB + GO 50 ppm + BE 10%) as the primary fuel. At the same time, H 2 was introduced into the intake manifold via a port fuel injector at flow rates of 3 and 6 L/min (LPM). Emissions, including hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NO x ), and smoke opacity, were analyzed. Emission data from three independent runs at each load were analyzed with one‐way ANOVA followed by Tukey's HSD test ( p < 0.05) to verify statistical significance. The findings showed that H 2 fumigation at 3 and 6 LPM reduced HC emissions by 33.33% and 46.66%, CO by 57.75% and 77.58%, and smoke opacity by 15.04% and 31%, respectively, when compared with conventional diesel. While NO x emissions for the biodiesel blend without H 2 were 11.69% lower than diesel, H 2 fumigation increased NO x by 20.71% and 39% at 3 and 6 LPM, respectively. Combining AB, BE, GO, and H 2 effectively reduces HC, CO, and smoke emissions while improving combustion efficiency. However, higher NO x emissions with H 2 fumigation highlight the need for further optimization.

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Energy Science & Engineering
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2025-05-27
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https://doi.org/10.1002/ese3.70151
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9
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Biodiesel Production and Applications
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Environmental and Emission Analysis of Biodiesel/Bioethanol/Nanoparticles Blends With Hydrogen Addition in Diesel Engine

Ravikumar Jayabal, S. Rajkumar
9 citations
Energy Science & Engineering
Biodiesel Production and Applications
6.07
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Environmental and Emission Analysis of Biodiesel/Bioethanol/Nanoparticles Blends With Hydrogen Addition in Diesel Engine

Ravikumar Jayabal, S. Rajkumar
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9 citations

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ABSTRACT This study investigates the emission characteristics of a diesel engine fueled by a combination of algae biodiesel (AB), bioethanol (BE), graphene oxide (GO) nanoparticles, and hydrogen (H 2 ) fumigation, assessing their potential as sustainable fuel alternatives. A single‐cylinder diesel engine was tested under different load conditions using a biodiesel blend (AB + GO 50 ppm + BE 10%) as the primary fuel. At the same time, H 2 was introduced into the intake manifold via a port fuel injector at flow rates of 3 and 6 L/min (LPM). Emissions, including hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NO x ), and smoke opacity, were analyzed. Emission data from three independent runs at each load were analyzed with one‐way ANOVA followed by Tukey's HSD test ( p < 0.05) to verify statistical significance. The findings showed that H 2 fumigation at 3 and 6 LPM reduced HC emissions by 33.33% and 46.66%, CO by 57.75% and 77.58%, and smoke opacity by 15.04% and 31%, respectively, when compared with conventional diesel. While NO x emissions for the biodiesel blend without H 2 were 11.69% lower than diesel, H 2 fumigation increased NO x by 20.71% and 39% at 3 and 6 LPM, respectively. Combining AB, BE, GO, and H 2 effectively reduces HC, CO, and smoke emissions while improving combustion efficiency. However, higher NO x emissions with H 2 fumigation highlight the need for further optimization.

Energy Science & EngineeringVol. 13(8)
Hawassa University (ET), Saveetha University (IN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 3%
Biodiesel Production and Applications
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