Abstract

Abstract: Finding substitute fuels has been more popular in recent years as a response to escalating pollution levels and fuel shortages. The goal of this research is to find the ideal gasoline to ethanol ratio that will maximize engine performance and reduce emissions in spark ignition engines. In order to analyse the performance of different blending ratios, the research looks at metrics such carbon monoxide (CO) emissions, brake power (BP), brake specific fuel consumption (BSFC), and brake thermal efficiency (BTE). Blends of gasoline and ethanol with a 15% ethanol content greatly increase engine thermal efficiency at higher engine speeds. E12 mixes of gasoline and ethanol boost engine braking power while lowering CO emissions and breakspecific fuel usage. Blends of gasoline with ten to fifteen percent ethanol present a possible substitute.

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