Abstract
In this present study, biodiesel was produced from an ecofriendly and nonedible Aegle Marmelos Correa (AMC) oil. The physicochemical properties of AMC fuel meet the EN14214 and ASTM D 6751-2. Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analysis identified 99% of the ester formation. Gas chromatography (GC) analysis showed 67.71.9% unsaturated and 32.29% saturated fatty acids. A higher percentage of unsaturated fatty acids decreases the oxidation stability and improves the cold flow property of AMC biodiesel. AMC biodiesel is safe for storage and transportation due to its higher flash point of 164ºC. The calorific value of biodiesel was found to be nearly 90% of diesel fuel. Tribological characteristics of biodiesel (B100) were evaluated by using a four-ball tribotester. In this experiment, B100 showed 23% less wear scar diameter and 10% less friction coefficient than diesel fuel. This investigation concludes that AMC biodiesel could be a promising alternative fuel for diesel engine application as it possesses excellent physicochemical properties and tribological behavior.
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