CARBON NANOTUBES (MWCNTs) ADDED BIODIESEL BLENDS: AN ENGINE ANALYSIS

Abstract

Investigations were done on a diesel engine to assess its performance and emissions by utilizing a biodiesel blend containing multi-walled-carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs). The findings of the experiments were compared to those of the basic fuel, diesel. Mahua Methyl Ester [MME] was used to make biodiesel from palm oil. With the help of an ultrasonicator, the MCNTs mass fractions of 50, to 100 ppm were blended with biodiesel fuel. The experiments were conducted on a mechanically loaded single-cylinder diesel engine at a constant speed of 1500 rpm. A 5-gas analyzer was used to measure the emissions. The findings demonstrated a significant improvement in brake-specific fuel consumption and brake thermal efficiency. The MWCNT biodiesel fuels resulted in a significant reduction in hazardous pollutants such as NOx and CO2.