Identification and Characterization of Sulfur Compounds in Straight-Run Diesel Using Comprehensive Two-Dimensional GC Coupled with TOF MS

The solid-phase extraction using Pd-Al2O3 as the stationary phase was employed to pre-separate the sulfur compounds in straight-run diesel. The isolating effect was evaluated quantitatively by gas chromatography with a sulfur chemiluminescence detector to harvest a satisfactory result. The identification of the structure of sulfur compounds by comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography coupled with the time-of-flight mass spectrometry indicated that cyclo-sulfides, benzothiophenes, dibenzothiophenes, dihydro-benzothiophenes and tetrahydro-dibenzothiophenes were included in straightrun diesel obtained from the Arab medium crude(AM). A total of 259 individual compounds were detected and their molecular structures were identified. The analytical method was approved as an effective way to characterize the composition of sulfur compounds, which reduced the interference of other compounds, facilitated the data presentation and provided more detailed information about molecular composition of sulfur compounds.

A reduced combustion mechanism of ammonia/diesel optimized with multi-objective genetic algorithm

For the deep understanding on combustion of ammonia/diesel,this study develops a reduced mechanism of ammonia/diesel with 227 species and 937 reactions.The sub-mechanism on ammonia/interactions of N-based and C-based species(N—C)/NOx is optimized using the Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm II(NSGA-II)with 200 generations.The optimized mechanism(named as 937b)is validated against combustion characteristics of ammonia/methane(which is used to examine the accuracy of N—C interactions)and ammonia/diesel blends.The ignition delay times(IDTs),the laminar flame speeds and most of key intermediate species during the combustion of ammonia/methane blends can be accurately simulated by 937b under a wide range of conditions.As for ammonia/diesel blends with various diesel energy fractions,reasonable predictions on the IDTs under pressures from 1.0 MPa to5.0 MPa as well as the laminar flame speeds are also achieved by 937b.In particular,with regard to the IDT simulations of ammonia/diesel blends,937b makes progress in both aspects of overall accuracy and computational efficiency,compared to a detailed ammonia/diesel mechanism.Further kinetic analysis reveals that the reaction pathway of ammonia during the combustion of ammonia/diesel blend mainly differs in the tendencies of oxygen additions to NH_2 and NH with different equivalence ratios.

Optimization of Diesel and Crude Oil Degradation in a Ghanaian Soil Using Organic Wastes as Amendment

Soil contamination by hydrocarbons poses numerous environmental, health and agricultural problems. The degradation of these pollutants can occur naturally but very slowly. It is therefore generally necessary to stimulate this degradation by different means. Thus, this study aimed to improve the bio-degradation of diesel and crude oil in a Ghanaian soil by biostimulation. For this, the sampled soil was characterized by standard methods and contaminated with diesel and crude oil at a proportion of 1% (w/w). Then, contaminated soil samples were supplemented with biochar-compost, poultry manure or cow dung at the proportion of 10% (w/w). Periodically, fractions of these samples were taken to evaluate the density of hydrocarbon utilizing bacteria (HUB) and the residual quantities of diesel or crude oil. The characteristics of the soil used show the need for supplementation for better degradation of hydrocarbons. The results of the study show that supplementing the soil with organic substrates increases HUB loads in soils contaminated by diesel and crude oil. They also show that the residual quantities of diesel and crude oil are generally significantly lower in supplemented soils (p = 0.048 and p < 0.0001 respectively). In addition, the study shows that degradation was generally greater in soils contaminated by diesel compared to those contaminated by crude oil, especially at the end of the study.

Study of the Viscosity and Specific Gravity of the Ternary Used Frying Oil (UFO)-Bioethanol-Diesel System

Fossil fuels cover around 80% of global energy consumption. However, the problems linked to their use justify the choice of using biofuel. In order to reduce as much as possible, diesel rate, an increase in the number of additives may be considered. Thus, in this work, the study of the used frying oil (UFO), bioethanol and diesel ternary system was undertaken. It emerges from this study that the addition of bioethanol reduces the viscosity and the density of the ternary system and permits a 90% substitution rate for diesel between the UFO and bioethanol. Finally, the percentage of oil becomes 40% after adding alcohol compared to the binary diesel crude vegetable oil mixture where this rate is 30%.

Development and Performance Evaluation of Catalyst for Productive Ethylene Cracking Feedstock in Selective Hydrocracking of Straight Run Diesel Oil

The upgrading of diesel oil to produce ethylene rich cracking feedstock is an important and promising technical route to reduce the ratio of diesel to gasoline. In the present work, a hydrocracking catalyst suitable for selective hydrocracking of straight run diesel oil to produce high-quality ethylene cracking feedstock at low cost was developed, by optimizing the composition of catalyst support materials, using amorphous silicon aluminum and aluminum oxide with high mesopore content as the main support, and modified Y zeolite with excellent aromatic ring opening selectivity as the acidic component. The catalyst has in-depth characterized by X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, N2-low temperature adsorption-desorption, NH3-temperature-programmed desorption, and IR techniques. And its catalytic cracking straight run diesel oil performance was evaluated. The results show that the prepared catalyst has high polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon ring opening cracking selectivity. However, alkanes retained in diesel distillates can achieve the goal of producing more ethylene cracking feedstocks with low BMCI value under low and moderate pressure conditions. This work may shed significant technical insight for oil refining transformation.

等温加热修正Diesel循环及其内可逆特性

提出一种新的Diesel循环,即等温加热修正的Diesel循环,并运用有限时间热力学理论建立内可逆修正Diesel循环模型,导出循环功率与效率、功率与压缩比和效率与压缩比的特性关系,研究循环温比、预胀比和传热损失对循环性能的影响,将修正后的循环性能与传统的Diesel循环性能进行比较。结果显示:循环功率与效率的关系曲线呈扭叶型,而功率与压缩比和效率与压缩比的关系曲线均呈类抛物线型;随着预胀比和循环温比的变大,循环性能明显提升;与传统的Diesel循环相比,修正后的循环性能更优。

Catalyst grading technology for promoting the diesel hydrocracking to naphtha

This paper reports the application of multi-component hydrocracking catalyst grading technology in diesel hydrocracking system to increase naphtha,and studies the influence of catalyst systems with different number of graded beds on the reaction process of diesel hydrocracking.Three hydrocracking catalysts with different physicochemical properties as gradation components,the diesel hydrocracking reaction on catalyst systems of one-component,two-component and three-component graded beds with different loading sequences are carried out and evaluated,respectively.The catalytic mechanism of the multi-component grading system is analyzed.The results show that,with the increase of the number of grading beds,the space velocity of reaction on each catalyst increases,which can effectively control the overreaction process;along the flow direction of feedstock,the loading sequences of catalysts with acidity decreasing and pore properties increasing can satisfy the demand of different catalytic activity for the conversion of reactant with changing composition to naphtha,which has a guiding role in the conversion of feedstock to target products.Therefore,the conversion of diesel,the selectivity and yield of naphtha all increase significantly on the multi-component catalyst system.The research on the grading technology of multi-component catalysts is of great significance to the promotion and application of catalyst systems in various catalytic fields.

Analysis of the Emissions and Performance of a Diesel Engine Using Pumpkin Seed Oil Methyl Ester with Different Injection Pressures

Biodiesel fuel is a potential alternative energy source for diesel engines due to its physiochemical characteristics relatively similar to those of traditional diesel fuel.In this study,the performance,emission,and combustion features of a mono cylinder DI diesel engine are assessed using 20%Pumpkin seed methyl ester(PSOME20)and considering varying injection pressures(200,220,240,and 260 bar).The considered Pumpkin seed oil is converted into pumpkin biodiesel by transesterification and then used as fuel.The findings demonstrate that the Brake Thermal Efficiency(BTE)of PSOME20 can be raised by 1.68%,and the carbon monoxide(CO),hydrocarbon(HC),and smoke emanations can be lowered,while oxides of nitrogen(NOx)emissions are increased at an injection pressure(IP)of 240 bar compared to the standard IP of 200 bar.The cylinder pressure and the Heat Release Rate(HRR)become higher at 240 bar,whereas the ignition delay is shortened with respect to PSOME20 at a normal IP of 200 bar.

Influence of Urea Uneven Injection on the Performances of a Diesel Engine

The influence of heterogeneous flow injection of urea at different velocities and temperatures on NO x conversion efficiency,ammonia storage and ammonia leakage is investigated experimentally.A diesel engine employing a selective catalytic reduction(SCR)technology is considered.It is found that for a fixed injection velocity,the degree of ammonia leakage changes depending on the temperature.The higher the temperature,the faster the catalytic reduction reaction and the smaller the degree of ammonia leakage.The temperature has a great influence on the catalytic reduction reaction rate.At an injection velocity of 10000/h,the average reaction rate at 420℃ is 12 times higher than that at 180℃.The injection velocity has a weak influence on the reaction rate.When the injection velocity changes from 10000/h to 40000/h at the same temperature,the average reaction rate does not change appreciably.However,increasing the space velocity can accelerate the leakage of ammonia,thereby miti-gating the benefits associated with the NO_(x) conversion.

Noise Control Solutions for Diesel Generator Sets

A persistent challenge for Oman's energy infrastructure was the deafening rumble of diesel generators. The Silent Generator Project addressed this challenge, developing advanced generators that deliver power quietly and efficiently. Diesel generators have historically been notorious for being noisy and vibrational, making them unsuitable for sensitive environments. To dramatically reduce noise levels, the project utilized innovative materials and design modifications to ensure reliable and quiet electricity for various applications. In all directions, the project advanced the knowledge of noise reduction through rigorous testing and meticulous integration of insulators and mufflers. As a result, quieter, more sustainable energy production is on the way, marking a major advance in silent generator technology. Furthermore, the Silent Generator Project lays the foundation for more efficient and environmentally friendly diesel generator technologies in the future. As a result of this research, a new standard for quieter, greener energy generation is established, demonstrating the critical role noise reduction plays in energy generation. Additionally, this work also suggests future diesel generator technologies that are more efficient and environmentally friendly. As a result of this research, a new standard for quieter, greener energy generation is set, demonstrating the critical role noise reduction plays in energy generation.

A Strategy to Control the Turbocharger Energy of a Diesel Engine at Different Altitudes

Power deterioration is a major problem for diesel engines operating at high altitudes.This problem stems from the limited availability of turbocharger energy,which is not enough to increase the boost pressure to the required level.In this study,a control strategy is introduced in order to achieve engine power recovery at different altitudes.It is shown that as the altitude increases from 0 to 4500 m,the required boost pressure ratio increases from 2.4 to 4.3.The needed turbocharger energy should be increased accordingly by 240%,and the TCC(turbine characterization coefficient)should be adjusted within wide ranges.A 12%decrease in the TCC can lead to a rise of the intake air pressure,which can compensate the pressure decrease due to a 1000 m altitude increase.The fluctuation range of boost pressure was within 14.5 kPa for variations in altitude from 0 to 4500 m.

Test Research on the Knock of a Common-Rail Diesel Engine Fueled with Diesel-Methanol Dual-Fuel

Experiments were conducted on a diesel-methanol dual-fuel(DMDF)engine modified by a six-cylinder,turbocharged,inter-cooled diesel engine.According to the number of diesel injection,the experiments are divided to two parts:the single injectionmode and double injectionmode.The results show that,at the double injectionmode,themaximumof pressure rise rate is small and the engine runs smoothly,however,knock still occurswhen the cocombustion ratio(CCR)is big enough.Under knock status,the power density of the block vibration concentrating at some special frequencies rises dramatically,and the special frequency of single injection mode(about 4.1 kHz)is lower than that of double injection mode(7–9 kHz).The cylinder pressure oscillations of knock status are very different fromthe non-knock status.Under knock status,cylinder pressure oscillations become more concentrated and fiercer at some special frequencies,and the same as the block vibration.The special frequency of single injection mode(3–6 kHz)is lower than that of double injection mode(above 9 kHz).

Experiment Study on the Exhaust-Gas Heat Exchanger for Small and Medium-Sized Marine Diesel Engine

This paper aims to design a special exchanger to recover the exhaust gas heat of marine diesel engines used in small and medium-sized fishing vessels,which can then be used to heat water up to 55°C–85°C for membrane desalination devices to produce fresh water.A new exhaust-gas heat exchanger of fins and tube,with a reinforced heat transfer tube section,unequal spacing fins,a mixing zone between the fin groups and four routes tube bundle,was designed.Numerical simulations were also used to provide reference information for structural design.Experiments were carried out for exhaust gas waste heat recovery from a marine diesel engine in an engine test bench utilizing the heat exchanger.The experimental results show that the difference between heat absorption by water and heat reduction of exhaust gas is less than 6.5%.After the water flow rate was adjusted,the exhaust gas waste heat recovery efficiency was higher than 70%,and the exhaust-gas heat exchanger’s outlet water temperature was 55°C–85°C at different engine loads.This means that the heat recovery from the exhaust gas of a marine diesel engine meets the requirement to drive a membrane desalination device to produce fresh water for fishers working in small and medium-sized fishing vessels.

Investigating the Effects of Eichhornia Crassipes Biodiesel and Liquefied Petroleum Gas on the Performance and Emissions of a Dual-Fuel Engine

This study considers the effect of Eichhornia Crassipes Biodiesel(ECB)blends on the performances,combustion,and emission characteristics of a direct injection compression ignition engine operated in a dual-fuel mode(DFM)and equipped with an Exhaust gas recirculation technique(EGR).In particular,a single-cylinder,four-stroke,water-cooled diesel engine was utilized and four modes of fuel operation were considered:mode I,the engine operated with an ordinary diesel fuel;mode II,the engine operated with the addition of 2.4 L/min of lique-fied petroleum gas(LPG)and 20%EGR;mode III,20%ECB with 2.4 L/min LPG and 20%EGR;mode IV,40%ECB with 2.4 L/min LPG and 20%EGR.The operation conditions were constant engine speed(1500 rpm),var-iation of load(25%,50%,75%,and 100%),full load,with a compression ratio of 18,and a time injection of 23°BTDC(Before top died center).With regard to engine emissions,carbon dioxide(CO_(2)),carbon monoxide(CO),hydrocarbons(UHC),and nitrogen oxide(NOX)were measured using a gas analyzer.The smoke opacity was measured using an OPABOX smoke meter.By comparing the results related to the different modes with mode I at full load,the BTE(Brake thermal efficiency)increased by 20.17%,11.45%,and 12.66%with modes II,III,and IV,respectively.In comparison to the results for mode II,the BTE decreased due to the combustion of ECB blends by 7.26%and 6.24%for mode III and mode IV,respectively,at full load.In comparison to mode II,the Brake specific energy consumption(BSEC)increased with the ECB substitution.With ECB blends,there is a noticeable decrease in the CO,CO_(2),and UHC emissions at a partial load.Furthermore,the 20%ECB has no effect on CO emissions at full load.For modes II and IV,the CO_(2)increased by 33.33%and 19%,respectively,while the UHC emissions were reduced by 14.49%for mode III and 26.08%for mode IV.The smoke of mode III was lower by 7.21%,but for mode IV,it was higher by 12.37%.In addition,with mode III and mode IV,the NOx emissions increased by 30.50%and 18.80%,respectively.

Effect of Palm Oil Biodiesel Blends on Engine Emission and Performance Characteristics in an Internal Combustion Engine

Increasing global environmental issues and depleting fossil fuel reserves has necessitated the need for alternative and sustainable fuel. In this paper, the effects of biodiesel and its blend on engine emission and performance characteristics in an internal combustion engine were analyzed. Biodiesel derived from the transesterification of raw palm oil was blended with diesel fuel at different proportions designated as PO5 (5% Biodiesel and 95% Diesel), PO10 (10% Biodiesel and 90% Diesel), PO15 (15% Biodiesel and 85% Diesel), PO20 (20% Biodiesel and 80% Diesel), PO50 (50% Biodiesel and 50% Diesel), PO85 (85% Biodiesel and 15% Diesel), and PO100 (100% Biodiesel). A Lombardini 2-cylinder, four-stroke direct injection diesel engine with a compression ratio of 22.8 was developed using Ricardo Wave software in which diesel, palm oil biodiesel blends and pure biodiesel are used in the model, and the obtained results were analysed and presented. The simulation was done under varying engine speeds of 1200 rpm to 3200 rpm at full load condition. Biodiesel and its blends are more environment-friendly and non-toxic when compared to diesel fuel;it also improves the mechanical efficiency of the engines, and above all can also lead to a reduction in poverty among rural dwellers. The obtained results showed that brake specific fuel consumption and brake thermal efficiency increased with palm oil biodiesel blends as compared to diesel fuel which might be a result of biodiesel’s lower heating value, and the increase in thermal energy may be a result of the oxygenation of the biodiesel blend as compared to pure diesel. In terms of brake torque, palm oil biodiesel blends were lesser than diesel fuel. The CO, HC, and NOx emissions of palm oil biodiesel blends decreased significantly compared to that of pure diesel. From this study, palm oil biodiesel emits lesser emissions than diesel fuel and its performance characteristics are similar to diesel fuel. Therefore, palm oil biodiesel can be used without any modifications directly in a diesel engine. In addition, it can also be used as blends as an alternative and sustainable fuel, decreasing air pollution, and increasing environmental sustainability.

Lipoid Pneumonia Caused by Diesel Aspiration: A Case Report and Literature Review

Diesel poisoning is a rare clinical condition.On September 27,2021,a 55-year-old male who mistakenly inhaled 20 mL of diesel through a siphon was admitted to our hospital.The main symptoms were cough and asthma.Chest computed tomography(CT)showed both lungs scattered with patchy consolidation,ground-glass shadow,exudation,and pleural effusion.After 61 days of lung rehabilitation training and other supportive treatment,including oxygen therapy,postural drainage,ventilator support,bronchoalveolar lavage,hemoperfusion,continuous renal replacement therapy(CRRT),hormones,and antibiotics,the patient’s condition improved,and the patient was discharged.Through literature review,we found that lung consolidation,ground-glass shadow,nodular lesions,and pleural effusion can be observed on chest images of patients with lipoid pneumonia,with severe cases showing diffuse lesions involving both lungs,possibly secondary to respiratory failure.Children with acute critical illness deteriorates rapidly and have poor prognosis,whereas adults or patients with chronic poisoning have better prognosis after active treatment.

基于进气节流耦合后喷策略的柴油机排气热管理

为研究柴油机颗粒物捕集器(diesel particulate filter,DPF)再生升温过程中排气热管理策略对柴油机氧化催化器(diesel oxidation catalyst,DOC)入口温度、发动机性能及污染物排放的影响,该研究分别选取低速低负荷、低速中负荷及中速低负荷工况,通过试验研究进气节流和喷油控制参数对DOC入口温度、燃油经济性及排放性能的影响。试验结果表明:通过进气节流、推迟后喷正时和增大后喷油量能够有效提高DOC入口温度,主喷正时和喷油压力对DOC入口温度的影响较小。基于Box-Behnken试验设计与响应曲面法对低速低负荷工况下进气节流耦合后喷策略的排气热管理策略进行多目标优化,以进气量、后喷正时和后喷油量为因子,DOC入口温度、有效燃油消耗率(brake specific fuel consumption,BSFC)、氮氧化合物(nitrogen oxides,NOx)和烟度排放为优化目标。响应曲面分析结果表明:各因素对DOC入口温度的影响程度从大到小为进气量、后喷油量、后喷正时;对BSFC和NOx排放的影响程度从大到小为后喷油量、后喷正时、进气量;对烟度排放的影响程度从大到小为进气量、后喷油量、后喷正时。当后喷正时为上止点后30℃A、进气量为87 kg/h、后喷油量为6 mg时,DOC入口温度达到最高,此时BSFC为275.4 g/(kW·h),NOx及烟度排放分别为7.38 g/(kW·h)和1.85 mg/m^(3)。优化后最佳进气量、后喷正时和后喷油量分别为87 kg/h、29℃A和5.4 mg,与优化前相比,DOC入口温度提升43.9℃,BSFC增加31.8 g/(kW·h),NOx和烟度排放分别降低18%和29%。研究结果可为DOC入口温度优化控制提供参考。

采用径向转向架的大轴重内燃机车曲线通过研究

为探究径向转向架在33 t轴重内燃机车的可行性,从径向转向架的概念、结构和原理出发,为大轴重内燃机车提供了一种径向转向架方案。在多体动力学软件中建立动力学模型,对比研究了采用径向转向架和传统转向架的重载机车通过曲线时导向轮对的黏着系数、蠕滑率和磨耗功。通过计算分析发现,与传统转向架相比,径向转向架可以减少车轮的滑动量,提高机车通过曲线时的黏着利用率,降低轮轨磨耗和左右车轮的不一致磨耗,降低轮对镟修频率,该结论可为今后我国研制大轴重高黏着内燃机车提供一定参考。

极寒条件下含氧燃料对柴油机冷起动特性的影响

针对柴油机存在低温冷起动困难甚至无法起动的问题,基于起动/发电机集成一体化技术柴油机,在高原低温发动机冷起动试验舱,研究-50号柴油A0(氧质量分数为0%)、A1(氧质量分数为2.05%)和A2(氧质量分数为4.40%)燃料在-43℃下对柴油机冷起动过程的影响和燃烧特性分析.结果表明:相比A0纯柴油,燃用A1、A2含氧燃料起动时间分别缩短了36.64%和42.71%;起动累计油量分别降低47.8%和60.6%;怠速运行前60 s内转速波动率分别降低25.3%和43.8%.燃用燃料氧质量分数越高,起动燃烧首循环的缸内压力、燃烧放热率、缸内燃烧温度和缸内压力升高率峰值越高,且燃烧重心前移,燃烧持续期越短;起动转速上升过程循环数越少,平均最大缸内压力越大,起动过程燃烧稳定性越好.

运用米勒循环与生物柴油对柴油机性能优化分析

本文基于GT-Power软件,对比分析了B20生物柴油在1000 r/min转速、2种负荷工况(100%和50%)下的2种米勒循环最佳方案,找到关于动力、经济、排放性能最佳的进气门提前关闭角;再基于米勒循环方案,对其性能进行了优化和分析,得出了B20生物柴油发动机在2种工况下功率、油耗、soot排放与NOx排放最佳性能的进气正时方案。结果表明:变气门重叠角米勒循环在整体性能方面优于变凸轮型线米勒循环,变气门重叠角米勒循环燃用B20生物柴油在2种不同负荷工况下,当处于进气门提前关闭角30℃A时功率性能最佳,并且通过模型优化后2种工况分别在进气门正时179.0℃aA和排气门正时174.0℃aA、进气门正时224.5℃aA和排气门正时119.0℃aA区域内有功率极大值;同理,油耗、soot与NOx排放也同样存在相对应的最佳进气门提前关闭角与优化后相对应的区域。