Analysis on the effect of different parameters towards biodiesel consumption using statistical method

Che Hashim, Nik Mohamad Fadzrin Haniff (2022) Analysis on the effect of different parameters towards biodiesel consumption using statistical method. Project Report. Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Melaka, Malaysia. (Submitted)

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Abstract

The continual depletion in the world of fossil fuel resources and the increasing demand in energy consumption have prompted the need for the production and utilization of alternative fuels. Among other alternative fuels, biodiesel has received considerable attention worldwide. Nowadays, Malaysia's fuel price mainly increases every week for diesel fuel such as Diesel Euro5 and Euro2M. All diesel users use this fuel as an energy source to operate the vehicle. As a consumer, it is necessary to save fuel consumption on the car for more durability. This research was conducted to analysis on the effect of different parameters towards biodiesel consumption. Objective for this research is to measure the fuel consumption against engine rotation per minute (RPM) and different engine thermal conditions. Next, to compare the fuel usage that more saving and durable fuel between biodiesel and diesel. Then to analyze the best fuel consumption according to the different parameters using the statistical method. The method for collecting data is using the engine stand Common rail Turbo Diesel Engine (D-4D) by filling a total fuel of 1000ml and measuring the remaining fuel in the tank based on the engine is running for 15 minutes. This engine stand was chosen cause of the external fuel tank is already next to the engine, it is simple to take a reading of the fuel level. This fuel tank placement will make it easy to do reading by suctioning all fuel from the tank and measuring using a measurement jug for accurate data. This engine also can use biodiesel blend up to 20% with little or no modification. In addition, the data analyzed by using Generalized Factorial Design with the help of SPSS software. The result from the experiment found that the fuel consumption of Diesel Euro 5 use less than Biodiesel B20. However, in term of price analysis the Biodiesel B20 is more cost-effective than diesel. Furthermore, Biodiesel B20 is the best suggested for diesel users in terms of price saving and can reduce emission compared to conventional diesel. In conclusion, the results of this research can help a consumer to choose the best fuel for daily savings.

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