Lipase and photodecarboxylase coexpression: A potential strategy for alkane-based biodiesel production from natural triglycerides

Alkane-based biodiesel is considered the next generation of biodiesel owing to its potential environmental benefits and the fact that it exhibits much higher specific caloric values than traditional biodiesel.However,the formidable obstacle impeding the commercialization of this cutting-edge fuel alternative lies in the cost associated with its production.In this study,an engineered strain Escherichia coli(E.coli)showcasing harmonized coexpression of a lipase(from Thermomyces lanuginosus lipase,TLL)and a fatty acid photodecarboxylase(from Chlorella variabilis,CvFAP)was first constructed to transform triglycerides into alkanes.The potential of E.coli BL21(DE3)/pRSFDuet-1-TLL-CvFAP for alkane synthesis was evaluated with tripalmitin as a model substrate under various process conditions.Following a comprehensive examination of the reaction parameters,the scope of the biotransformation was expanded to‘real’substrates(vegetable oils).The results showed that bioderived oils can be transformed into alkanes with high yields(0.80-10.20 mmol·L^(-1))under mild conditions(35℃,pH 8.0,and 36 h)and blue light illumination.The selected processes were performed on an increased lab scale(up to 100 ml)with up to 24.77 mmol·L^(-1) tripalmitin,leading to a yield of 18.89 mmol·L^(-1) pentadecane.With the employment of a method for efficiently producing alkanes under mild conditions and a simple procedure to isolate alkanes from the reaction system,the utilization of sustainable biomass as a fundamental feedstock emerges as the primary solution to lower the cost of alkane-based biodiesel.Thus,this study proposes a readily implementable and highly effective approach for alkane-based biodiesel production.

Performance and Emission Characteristics of a CRDI Diesel Engine Fuelled by SiO_(2) Nanoparticle-Waste Fat Biodiesel Blends

This study investigates the use of waste fat biodiesel(WFB)from the leather industry as a substitute for diesel fuel.Specifically,it examines the diesel engine performance of WFB,a blend of WFB and diesel(B50),and different blends of WFB and silicon dioxide(SiO_(2))nanoparticles(B50SiO_(2)40,B50SiO_(2)80,and B50SiO_(2)120μg/g).The results indicate that the B50SiO_(2)120 blend increases brake thermal efficiency by 10.03%compared to pure biodiesel but falls 1.93%short of neat diesel.Furthermore,the B50SiO_(2)120 mixture reduces smoke,hydrocarbon,and carbon monoxide emissions by 31.87%,34.14%,and 43.97%respectively,compared to diesel.However,the B50SiO_(2)120 blend shows a 4.91%increase in nitrogen oxide emissions compared to diesel.

The Effect of Reaction Temperature, Catalyst Concentration and Alcohol Ratio in the Production of Biodiesel from Raw and Purified Castor Oil

In this study, a homogeneous alkaline catalyst was used in the production of biodiesel from raw and refined castor oil feedstock. The effect of potassium hydroxide (KOH) as a catalyst between the two feedstocks, raw and refined castor oil was compared. The transesterification technique was utilized in this study, aiming to investigate the effect of different parameters, which include the reaction temperature, methanol-to-oil mole ratio, and catalyst concentration at a constant period of 90 minutes. The result revealed the performance of the KOH catalyst on raw castor oil yielded 98.49% FAME, which was higher than the refined castor oil which yielded 97.9% FAME. The optimal conditions obtained from refined castor oil were applied to raw castor oil because of the same properties. The fuel quality of castor oil and produced biodiesel were tested for physicochemical properties.

Biodiesel from Palm Vegetable Oil

Energy obtained from a variety of non-renewable sources is considered unsustainable. Various fossil fuels, such as petroleum, coal, and natural gas, are among these sources. The combustion of fossil fuels resulted in the generation of greenhouse gases, which increased the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Global warming and ozone layer degradation are the negative consequences. In a country like India, where consumable oils are still imported, it is sense to look at the possibility of using such unpalatable oils in CI engines that aren’t often utilized as cooking oil. Palm oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the monocarp of the oil palm’s crop. The main goal is to provide a low-cost, high-performance alternative to diesel. The possibility of palm oil as a realistic, modest, and effective hotspot for the generation of biodiesel is investigated in this research. The article is focused on the comparison of palm oil and diesel in terms of characteristics.

The Effect of Plant Growth Regulators on Physico-Chemical Properties of Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) Derived Biodiesel

Global concerns about the environmental impact of combustion emissions from petroleum fuels influence new research to seek for alternative energy sources. The current study investigates the possibility of using safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) as an alternative biodiesel raw material. Four plant growth regulators (PGR) were used to boost the production of safflower. Thirteen treatments were constituted from the four plant regulators and applied to the safflower crop arranged in completely randomised design, repeated three times. The results show that the effect of plant growth regulators was not more than that of the control. More studies have to be channelled towards the relationship between safflower and plant growth regulators.

Improvement in lipid production and biodiesel quality of Pavlova sp.by monochromatic illumination

Pavlova sp.is not only one of the most popular microalgae in aquaculture,but also a source of high-quality biodiesel feedstock.With white light as a control(W),Pavlova sp.was cultured in this study under varying light quality,including monochromatic red light(R),blue light(B),and combinations thereof with different proportions(illuminators of m Rn B,comprised of m red light units and n blue ones,m+n=7),to examine the effects of illuminating light quality on biocomponent production and biodiesel quality.The results show that combined monochromatic light,especially 2R5B,3R4B,4R3B,and 5R2B,could improve the growth of Pavlova sp.The dry weight of harvested algae powder in the 5R2B group reached 418.03 mg/L,and was 22.65%higher than that in the control group(W).Lipid production under combined monochromatic light of 4R3B reached 107.86 mg/L,and was 25.61%higher than in the control(W).In addition,illumination using 4R3B increased the proportion of C16∶0(palmitic acid)and C16:1(palmitoleic acid)fatty acids in Pavlova sp.by 15.55%and 21.94%,respectively,which translates into improved biodiesel quality.All cetane numbers(CN)for 4R3B–6R1B were over 51,while iodine values(IV)and degrees of unsaturation(DU)were reduced,leading to more stable biodiesel suitable for longterm storage.In addition,protein production under 6R1B was as high as 31.56 mg/L,1.8 times greater than under W.Light quality is proposed as an effective tool to regulate biocomponent production by microalgae.

Experimental Investigation on Macro Spray Characteristics of Octanol-Biodiesel-Diesel Ternary Fuel Blend

This study investigates the spray characteristics of ternary blends composed of octanol, biodiesel, and diesel fuel.Experiments are conducted using six materials to examine the variation in spray characteristic and to verify and compare a previously established spray tip penetration model with a modified model. The results show that the addition of OB100(30%of octanol, 70% of biodiesel) improves the spray characteristics of the fuel. Specifically, the addition of 10% or 20% of OB100 leads to a slight increase in the spray tip penetration, average spray cone angle, maximum spray width, and the spray area of the fuel blend;however, further addition of OB100 causes a corresponding decrease in these parameters. Based on previous research, this study uses kinematic viscosity instead of dynamic viscosity and density to modify the prediction model of spray tip penetration. The modified model exhibits a better fit quality and agreement with the experimental data,making it more suitable for predicting the spray tip penetration of fuel blends compared to the Hiroyasu-Arai model.

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.

全球生物柴油产业发展现状及其对我国植物油安全的影响

近年来,全球生物柴油产业快速发展,用于生产生物柴油的植物油消费量持续增加,对我国植物油供给稳定造成影响。对全球生物柴油整体发展情况、生物柴油产业发展影响因素、主要生产国生物柴油政策、生物柴油产业发展前景等进行研究,分析了全球生物柴油产业发展对我国植物油安全的影响,并提出相关建议。生物柴油产业发展改变了全球植物油消费结构、贸易流向,对我国油脂油料进口构成威胁,影响我国植物油供给安全。建议发展中国特色的生物柴油产业,提高我国油脂油料自给率,推动植物油多元化进口,确保我国植物油供给安全,同时呼吁生物柴油生产国优先保障食用消费,合理发展生物柴油。

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.

Biodiesel Production from Rhynchophorus ferrugineus Larvae Oil: Physichochemical Properties and Acid Composition of Oil as Affected by Oil Extraction Protocol

Biodiesel, a renewable energy source made from natural oils and fats, can be produced using white raffia larvae as a raw material. These larvae have a high lipid content and a short life cycle, making them suitable for this purpose. One crucial step in biodiesel production is oil extraction, and this study aimed to investigate how the extraction protocol affects the fuel properties of the oil. To study the impact of solvent type, solvent volume, and residence time on oil yield, 200 grams of Rhynchophorus ferrugineus were used in a Soxhlet extractor. The researchers examined the physicochemical properties and fatty acid composition of the crude grease using the European biodiesel standard (EN14214) and gas chromatography methods, respectively. The study found that hexane as a solvent produced the highest oil yield (64.44%) during a four-hour extraction period with a solvent ratio of 300 ml. Furthermore, the hexane-extracted oil had the highest iodine number (3.02 g/100 g) and cetane number (55.69). These values indicate favorable properties for biodiesel production. The Rhynchophorus ferrugineus larvae oil proved to be a rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids (76%), which were found to be significantly affected by the solvent type. Based on quality assessment, Rhynchophorus ferrugineus can be suitable for biodiesel production. In summary, under the given operational conditions, hexane is the most suitable solvent for Rhynchophorus ferrugineus oil extraction for biodiesel production. Further research in optimizing the extraction process can contribute to the efficient utilization of renewable energy sources like white raffia larvae for biodiesel production.

Valorization of Griffonia simplicifolia Seed Oil for Biodiesel Production: A Sustainable Alternative

Bio-derived oxygenated hydrocarbons, such as mixtures of fatty acid methyl esters (biodiesel), are promising alternatives for alleviating the adverse effects of fossil fuel consumption on climate change and preventing petroleum resource depletion. However, the selection of a viable feedstock for competitive biodiesel production remains challenging. Recent studies focusing on Griffonia simplicifolia seeds, the sole plant industrially exploited for 5-hydroxy- tryptophan (5-HTP) extraction, have shown that G. simplicifolia seed oil (GSO) can be solvent-extracted directly from ground seeds or the remaining seed cakes obtained after 5-HTP extraction with quantitative yields. This work documents the conversion of GSO into biodiesel through homogeneous base-catalyzed transesterification. The refractive index and density of the obtained methyl ester mixtures decreased with increasing oil-to-methanol molar ratio, reaction temperature, and time. Under specific conditions, 1.43 wt% FFA oil, 63.5C, 60 min, and 1:9 oil/MeOH molar ratio with 1.2 wt% NaOH or 1.3 wt% KOH as catalysts, optimal reaction conditions were reached. There were no significant differences in the potential for diminution of the refractive index and density between the NaOH and KOH catalysts. The predicted fuel properties based on the fatty acid composition determined by GC-MS showed that G. simplicifolia biodiesel exhibited a cetane index of 50.29, volumetric energy density of 34.97 MJ/L, cloud point of -1.03°C, kinematic viscosity of 4.07 mm2/s, and oxidative stability of 0.65 h. Apart from its unfavorable oxidative stability and slightly lower energy density compared to petrodiesel, all other calculated parameters met the current standards. The valorization concept proposed in this study should be integrated into the 5-HTP extraction process, preferably using the remaining dry seed cakes as raw materials to maximize revenue in a bioeconomic and sustainable approach.

Fe_(3)O_(4)@CuMOF催化文冠果油制备生物柴油的研究

金属有机框架(MOFs)材料的高表面积、结构稳定性和可调功能使其成为制备生物柴油的理想催化剂。本文通过溶剂热法制备磁性Fe_(3)O_(4)@Cu MOF催化剂,利用傅里叶红外变换光谱(FTIR)、扫描电镜(SEM)、能谱分析(EDS)、X射线衍射(XRD)、N2吸脱附(BET)、热重分析(TG)等手段对催化剂的微观结构和热稳定性进行表征,并应用于文冠果油制备生物柴油的反应中。结果表明:Fe_(3)O_(4)@Cu MOF催化剂表面粗糙多孔,比表面积为206.239 m^(2)/g,平均孔径为6.64 nm,属于介孔材料。Fe_(3)O_(4)@Cu MOF的饱和磁化强度为12.6 emu/g,易分离回收。当催化剂用量为3 wt%、醇油摩尔比为20∶1、反应温度为60℃、反应时间为2 h时,生物柴油产率最高,为75.0%。Fe_(3)O_(4)@Cu MOF循环使用5次后,其催化生物柴油的产率仍能达到69.25%。

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。

米勒循环对柴油机燃用生物柴油的性能研究

借助GT-Power软件实现某机车柴油机仿真模型的搭建,采用试验对仿真模型的准确性进行分析验证。研究在75%负载1000r/min工况燃用5种生物柴油B0、B10、B20、B50和B100,分析采用两种米勒循环对柴油机油耗、功率以及排放功能的影响。试验结果表明:柴油机功率发生变化拐点在30℃A米勒度处,油耗变化拐点在30℃A米勒度,碳烟排放发生变化拐点在20℃A米勒度,在该工况条件下NOx排放降低的效果较为显著。综合分析可知,在75%负载1000r/min工况条件下燃用B10生物柴油,米勒度为30℃A且变气阀重叠角米勒循环下柴油机表现最为佳。

基于模糊分析的船用柴油机燃用生物柴油性能优化

为优化生物柴油/柴油船用发动机的综合性能,利用AVL-Fire软件构建混合燃料发动机燃烧室模型,将仿真值与台架试验值进行对比验证其准确性,并通过燃用不同比例的生物柴油确立其最佳掺混比;最后,采用正交试验设计安排5个发动机运行参数进行多参数优化匹配,将NO排放量和指示功率作为评价指标,权重分别设置为0.6和0.4,对试验结果进行模糊数学分析。结果表明:对发动机性能影响大小顺序为EGR率(a_(1))、进气压力(a_(2))、进气温度(a_(3))、喷油提前角(a_(4))、喷油孔直径(a_(5));最优参数组合为:生物柴油掺混比30%、a_(1)=12.5%、a_(2)=0.173MPa、a_(3)=315.15K、a_(4)=18.6°CA、a_(5)=0.32mm,该组指示功率为52.7kW与原机55kW相比略低,NO排放量为5.37×10^(-5)%相比于原机8.5×10^(4)%降低了94.7%。该方法可以在保证发动机动力性的前提下,大幅降低NO排放量。

喷射策略对RCCI燃烧影响的试验

为了分析不同喷油策略对反应活性控制压燃(reactivity controlled compression ignition,RCCI)燃烧着火性能与燃烧性能的影响,使用汽油和柴油/加氢催化生物柴油(hydrocatalytic biodiesel,HCB)在光学发动机内进行了试验研究.结果表明:柴油/汽油RCCI燃烧较HCB/汽油需要的进气温度高,着火延迟期也较高,随着进气温度的增加,燃烧相位提前,着火延迟期减小;当柴油所含能量与燃料循环总能量之比从30%提高至40%时,缸内压力升高,进气温度对燃烧的影响减小;在HCB/汽油RCCI燃烧模式下,HCB喷油时刻从进气上止点后的曲轴转角-30.0°延迟至-20.0°后,燃烧过程对进气温度的敏感度降低;在光学发动机试验中,采用较高的进气温度有利于更好地实现RCCI稳定燃烧,但进气温度低于30℃时,可以通过推迟高活性燃料喷射时刻或提高高活性燃料质量分数来实现稳定着火燃烧,达到控制燃烧相位的目的.

生物柴油基减阻剂研制及滑溜水压裂液体系构建

为了解决常规白油基滑溜水体系在运输过程中容易分层以及减阻剂溶解太慢、对环境污染大等问题,首先通过测试不同相对分子质量及水解度的减阻剂F1~F6的溶解性和增黏性能优选了减阻剂F4;通过对稠化剂、分散剂及固液比筛选,研制了配方为34.0%生物柴油+3.0%稠化剂F-120+3.0%分散剂S-85+60.0%减阻剂F4的生物柴油基悬浮减阻剂,并将生物柴油基悬浮减阻剂与助排剂、防膨剂构建变黏滑溜水压裂液体系。实验结果表明,减阻剂F4在180℃下恒温剪切2 h后的表观黏度保留率为33.0%,热稳定性较好;变黏滑溜水压裂液具有良好的抗剪切能力和抗温性能,在剪切速率为170 s^(-1)下长期剪切后,常温下黏度保留率均可达90%以上,90℃下黏度保留率均达50%以上,其中高黏滑溜水压裂液黏度保留率可高达70%以上,低黏滑溜水压裂液的减阻率可达70%以上;高黏滑溜水压裂液的携砂性能比低、中黏滑溜水压裂液的高,且沉降速率最低,为0.005272 m/min。变黏滑溜水压裂液破胶后表面张力均小于27 m N/m,与煤油间的界面张力均小于2.0 mN/m,破胶液黏度均小于5.0mPa·s,且残渣含量均小于50 mg/L,满足标准要求。

EGR技术对生物柴油混合燃料发动机性能的影响研究

为缓解柴油掺烧生物柴油导致的NO_(x)排放过高问题,将4190ZLC船用中速柴油机作为试验台架,通过AVL_FIRE软件建立燃烧室模型,并验证该模型准确性。设置生物柴油掺混比0~40%等4组变量,EGR率0~12.5%等4组变量,进行柴油机燃烧、性能和排放分析。结果表明,掺烧适量生物柴油能够降低柴油机缸内温度,降低Soot排放,但同时会导致NO_(x)排放明显升高;EGR的引入能够实现低温燃烧,显著降低NO_(x)排放,但EGR率过高会增加Soot排放。生物柴油掺混比B40、EGR率12.5%组合NO排放比原机降低47.7%,Soot排放质量分数比原机降低98.13%。本文结果将为柴油掺混生物柴油燃烧并结合EGR技术提供一定的研究方向。

非粮油料植物黑莎草的理化性能及其转化为生物柴油的工艺研究

为拓宽生物柴油产业发展的原料来源,首先对黑莎草种子油进行理化性质测定,以评价其作为生物柴油非粮油料的可行性,再进一步优化其转化为生物柴油的工艺,以提高生物柴油的转化率。结果发现:黑莎草种子的含油量为20.16%,种子原油酸值为2.26 mg KOH/g,碘值为123.16 mg I2/100 g,皂化值为175.75 mg KOH/g,相对分子质量为971.20。由此可见,黑莎草种子原油各项物理指标均符合生物柴油对原料的要求,可以将黑莎草作为一种制备生物柴油的潜在原料来源进行开发研究。且进一步确定黑莎草种子原油转化为生物柴油的最佳工艺条件为:反应温度65℃,醇油物质的量比6∶1,反应时间60 min,催化剂用量1%(质量分数),在此条件下,黑莎草种子原油制备生物柴油的转化率可达98.50%。