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Biofuel extraction techniques : biofuels, solar, and other technologies / edited by Lalit Prasad, Subhalaxmi Pradhan and S.N. Naik.

BIOFUEL EXTRACTION TECHNIQUES The energy industry and new energy sources and innovations are rapidly changing and evolving. This new volume addresses the current state-of-the-art concepts and technologies associated with biofuel extraction technologies. Biofuels are a viable alternative to petroleum...

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Other Authors: Prasad, Lalit, Pradhan, Subhalaxmi, Naik, S. N.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Newark : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2023.
Subjects:
Biomass energy.
Biomass energy
Table of Contents:
  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • Chapter 1 Plant Seed Oils and Their Potential for Biofuel Production in India
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 Background
  • 1.3 Non-Edible Oil as Feedstock for Biodiesel
  • 1.3.1 Jatropha
  • 1.3.2 Pongamia
  • 1.3.3 Mahua
  • 1.3.4 Nahor
  • 1.3.5 Rubber
  • 1.3.6 Lesser Explored Non-Edible Oils for Biodiesel Feedstock in India
  • 1.4 Fuel Qualities
  • 1.4.1 Cetane Number
  • 1.4.2 Acid Value
  • 1.4.3 Ester Content, Glycerides, and Glycerol
  • 1.4.4 Phosphorus Content
  • 1.4.5 Iodine Value
  • 1.4.6 Oxidation Stability
  • 1.4.7 Linolenic Acid Methyl Esters
  • 1.4.8 Polyunsaturated (≥ 4 Double Bonds) Methyl Esters
  • 1.5 Conclusion
  • Author Contributions
  • References
  • Chapter 2 Processing of Feedstock in Context of Biodiesel Production
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 Feedstock in Context of Biodiesel
  • 2.3 Processing of Oilseeds
  • 2.3.1 Pretreatment
  • 2.3.2 Decortication
  • 2.3.2.1 Characteristics of Oilseeds Required for Decortication
  • 2.3.2.2 Decortication Method
  • 2.4 Oil Extraction Methods
  • 2.4.1 Aqueous Method
  • 2.4.2 Hydraulic Press
  • 2.4.3 Ghani (Animal or Power-Driven)
  • 2.4.4 Solvent Extraction Method
  • 2.4.5 Mechanical Extraction Method
  • 2.4.6 Microwave Assisted Oil Extraction
  • 2.4.7 Ultrasonic Assisted Oil Extraction
  • 2.4.8 Supercritical Assisted Oil Extraction
  • 2.5 Catalyst
  • 2.5.1 Homogeneous Catalyst
  • 2.5.2 Heterogeneous Catalyst
  • 2.5.3 Biocatalyst
  • 2.6 Production Process of Biodiesel
  • 2.7 Techniques for Biodiesel Production
  • 2.7.1 Catalytic Transesterification Technique
  • 2.7.2 Pyrolysis
  • 2.7.3 Microwave Assisted
  • 2.7.4 Ultrasonic Assisted
  • 2.7.5 Supercritical Assisted
  • 2.8 Advantages & Disadvantages of Using Biodiesel
  • 2.9 Current Challenges and Future Perspectives of Biodiesel
  • 2.10 Summary
  • References
  • Chapter 3 Extraction Techniques for Biodiesel Production
  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Direct Use and Blending
  • 3.3 Microemulsion
  • 3.4 Pyrolysis
  • 3.5 Transesterification
  • 3.5.1 Homogeneous Catalyzed Transesterification
  • 3.5.2 Heterogeneous Catalyzed Transesterification
  • 3.5.3 Enzyme Catalyzed Transesterification
  • 3.5.4 Supercritical Alcohol Transesterification
  • 3.6 Intensification Methods for Biodiesel Production
  • 3.6.1 Ultrasonic Method
  • 3.6.2 Microwave Method
  • 3.6.3 Cosolvent Method
  • 3.6.4 Membrane Technology
  • 3.6.5 Reactive Distillation
  • 3.7 Conclusions
  • References
  • Chapter 4 Role of Additives on Anaerobic Digestion, Biomethane Generation, and Stabilization of Process Parameters
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Anaerobic Digestion Process
  • 4.3 Metallic Additives
  • 4.4 Alkali Additives
  • 4.5 Biological Additives
  • 4.5.1 Microorganisms
  • 4.5.2 Enzymes
  • 4.6 Carbon-Based Additives
  • 4.6.1 Graphene
  • 4.6.2 Carbon Nanotubes
  • 4.6.3 Activated Carbon
  • 4.6.4 Biochar
  • 4.7 Nanoparticles
  • 4.7.1 Fe Nanoparticles
  • 4.7.2 Nanoparticles of Ag and ZnO

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