Experimental study of combustion and emissions characteristics of low blend ratio of 2-methylfuran/ 2-methyltetrahyrofuran with gasoline in a DISI engine
Rafiu K. Olalere , Gengxin Zhang , Haoye Liu , Xiao Ma , Hongming Xu
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Abstract
The nearing depletion of fossil fuels and the possible consequences of its emissions on the global climate has prompted a worldwide probe for their alternatives. 2-methylfuran and 2-methyltetrahydrofuran are considered promising alternative fuels for spark ignition engines. In this study, the combustion and emission characteristics of low blending ratio MF20 (2-methylfuran 20 %, gasoline 80 % by volume) and MTHF20 (2-methyltetrahydrofuran 20 %, gasoline 80 % by volume) were first implemented and compared to neat gasoline in a single-cylinder direct injection spark ignition engine. The combustion performance of the test fuels was analyzed across a range of loads from 3.5 to 8.5 bar indicated mean effective pressure and fuel injection timings between 180 and 280 crank angle degrees before top dead center. Meanwhile, the compositions of the hydrocarbon emissions were experimentally investigated using the Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy technique. Results show that MF20 exhibits advanced spark timing flexibility of 8 and 7 crank angle degrees before top dead center compared to the unleaded gasoline and MTHF20 respectively at the peak load. MTHF20 exhibits the highest maximum cylinder pressure at medium load compared to other fuels but drops sharply at peak load accompany with the audible knock. Additionally, MTHF20 exhibits specific fuel consumption advantage over MF20 across the entire load range. The unburned furan of the total hydrocarbon emissions was recorded to be 3 % of total hydrocarbon emissions. The concept of low blending ratio furan-based fuel proposed could provide a solution for the transition period of carbon neutrality.
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The exploration of energy sources remains a critical matter of study. For the past nine decades, fuel has consistently held the forefront in primary research efforts within the field of energy science. This area of investigation encompasses a wide range of subjects, with a particular emphasis on emerging concerns like environmental factors and pollution.