Abstract
Polymers of individual and mixed normal C12, C14, C16, and C18 α-olefins are synthesized, purified, and then characterized. The performance of poly-α-olefins is assessed for improving the cold flow properties of a local gas oil in terms of cloud-point and pour-point depression. Results show that poly-α-olefins have great potency in decreasing the pour point of the distillate fuel, whereas a slight effect is observed in decreasing the cloud point. Efficiency of the polymeric pour-point depressants is discussed on the basis of their structure and average molecular weight. © 1996 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
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