Towards nationwide implementation of 40% biodiesel blend fuel in Indonesia: a comprehensive road test and laboratory evaluation
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Published:2023-09-01
Issue:03
Volume:10
Page:1876-1889
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ISSN:2292-8782
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Container-title:Biofuel Research Journal
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language:
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Short-container-title:Biofuel Res. J.
Author:
Mokhtar Mokhtar,Sukmono Anis,Setiapraja Hari,Ma’ruf Muhammad,Yubaidah Siti,Haryono Ihwan,Rochmanto Budi,Soewono Respatya Teguh,Adhi Sukra Kurnia Fajar,Thahar Arfi,Manurung Efendi,Wibowo Cahyo Setyo,Widodo Setyo,Supriyadi Faqih,Abriyant Riva Yudha,Abriyant Riva Yudha,Suntoro Dedi,Faridha Faridha,Reksowardojo Iman K.
Abstract
This research focused on evaluating the technical viability of using biodiesel with a blending ratio of 40% v/v, which is expected to be implemented soon in Indonesia. Two kinds of biodiesel blends were prepared, a blend of 60% diesel fuel and 40% biodiesel (B40) and a blend of 60% diesel fuel, 30% biodiesel, and 10% hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) (B30D10). The fuels were tested on EuroII vehicles without any engine modifications through a 50,000 km endurance road test. Laboratory tests were also performed at certain traveled distances to evaluate various engine parameters, including power, fuel economy, exhaust emissions, and used engine oil properties. Engine components were inspected upon the completion of the road test. Cold-start ability was also examined to confirm the suitability of the investigated biofuels at low-temperature operating conditions in Indonesia. The road test results showed that vehicles fuelled with B40 and B30D10 could reach a distance of 50,000 km without encountering any technical issues. The laboratory evaluation during the road test indicated that B30D10 had a higher power and fuel economy than B40, with a maximum difference of 2%. Furthermore, B30D10 emitted lower CO, HC, and PM emissions than B40 throughout the distance traveled, with maximum differences of 11.4%, 14.7%, and 22.6%, respectively, but led to 15% higher NOx. Engine component inspection and used engine oil analysis confirmed the fulfillment of the manufacturer's recommendations for both B40 and B30D10. Finally, B40 and B30D10 were suitable for operating at low ambient temperatures in Indonesia, confirming them as practical options to be implemented in the nationwide 40% biodiesel blend fuel.
Publisher
Alpha Creation Enterprise
Subject
Fuel Technology,Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment,Biotechnology,Chemical Engineering (miscellaneous),Energy Engineering and Power Technology,Environmental Engineering,Waste Management and Disposal
Cited by
4 articles.
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