Egypt Delves into Jatropha-Based Biofuels
March 1, 2017http://biofuels-news.com/display_news/11934/egypt_develops_jatrophabased_biofuels/
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After, semi-industrial experiments starting December 2016, researchers from Egypt's National Research Centre have recently produced a biofuel suitable for airplanes.
Currently, the fuel is suitable for car engines. However, to be suitable for jet engines, the fuel should be able to resist freezing until at least minus 45°C.
The centre was tasked by the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation to find a local biofuel that can fuel aircrafts. This decision was done to support the implementation of the International Air Transport Association plan, which aims to cut carbon dioxide emissions caused by aviation companies in half by 2050.
The researchers made biodiesel from the seeds of jatropha, whose seeds contain 20-25% oil. This oil can be extracted using organic solvents such as hexane. However, since the properties of jatropha oil differ from traditional engine oils, such as viscosity, density and degree of combustion, it needs to undergo a number of chemical processes to be adapted for use in running engines.
Currently, the fuel is suitable for car engines. However, to be suitable for jet engines, the fuel should be able to resist freezing until at least minus 45°C.
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