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Exploring how to counteract the world's energy insecurity and environmental pollution, this volume covers the production methods, properties, storage, engine tests, system modification, transportation and distribution, economics, safety aspects, applications, and material compatibility of alter...

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Other Authors: Ramadhas, A S (Editor)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis 2011
Subjects:
Energy
Thermodynamics & heat
Civil engineering, surveying & building
Mechanical engineering
Environmental science, engineering & technology
Alternative & renewable energy sources & technology
Power and Energy
Automotive Technology and Engineering
ENG
MechanicalEngineering
ENERGYANDCLEANTECH
SCI-TECH
STM
Alternative Energy Sources
Alternative Fuels
Biodiesel
Ethanol
Fuel Technology
Internal Combustion Engines
Methanol
Nonconventional Fuels
Renewable Energy
Sustainable Development
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Summary:Exploring how to counteract the world's energy insecurity and environmental pollution, this volume covers the production methods, properties, storage, engine tests, system modification, transportation and distribution, economics, safety aspects, applications, and material compatibility of alternative fuels. The esteemed editor highlights the importance of moving toward alternative fuels and the problems and environmental impact of depending on petroleum products. Each self-contained chapter focuses on a particular fuel source, including vegetable oils, biodiesel, methanol, ethanol, dimethyl ether, liquefied petroleum gas, natural gas, hydrogen, electric, fuel cells, and fuel from nonfood crops.
Physical Description:1 electronic resource (463 p.)
ISBN:b16260
Access:Open Access

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