Enhancing Diesel Engine Performance and Emission Control Using Nanoparticles in Ethanol-Diesel Emulsions

International Journal of Mechanical Engineering

© 2024 by SSRG - IJME Journal

Volume 11 Issue 11

Year of Publication : 2024

Authors : Shubhangi G. Kamble, Sachin Karale

10.14445/23488360/IJME-V11I11P107

How to Cite?

Shubhangi G. Kamble, Sachin Karale, "Enhancing Diesel Engine Performance and Emission Control Using Nanoparticles in Ethanol-Diesel Emulsions," SSRG International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 11,  no. 11, pp. 67-77, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V11I11P107

Abstract:

This study analyses a C.I. engine’s performance and emission characteristics using ethanol-diesel emulsions containing NiZnFe₂O₄ nanoparticle nanoparticles. A four-stroke, single-cylinder, and diesel engine test rig was employed to evaluate different ethanol concentrations (5%, 10%, and 15%) and nanoparticle levels (25 ppm, 50 ppm, and 100 ppm) in the emulsions. The tests showed clear improvements in engine performance, fuel consumption, and emissions. The inclusion of NiZnFe₂O₄ NPs in ethanol-diesel emulsions significantly lowered BSFC due to the nanoparticles acting as catalysts that enhanced combustion efficiency by increasing heat release and cylinder pressure. Without the nanoparticles, BSFC for ethanol blends increased by 27.17%, 34.39%, and 37.87% for the E5, E10, and E15 samples, respectively, compared to diesel. However, when nanoparticles were added, fuel consumption was greatly reduced. In terms of emissions, the nanoparticles effectively reduced hydrocarbon (HC) and smoke emissions. HC emissions dropped by 50%, 58%, and 71%, while smoke opacity fell by 59%, 69%, and 61% for the E103N25, E103N50, and E103N100 fuel samples, respectively. These reductions were linked to improved combustion, facilitated by better atomization and fuel-air mixing due to the nanoparticles. However, carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions increased slightly due to more complete combustion. The findings suggest that graphite oxide nanoparticles could serve as a complementary or alternative Nano-catalyst in ethanol-diesel blends, further enhancing combustion efficiency and reducing emissions. This research underscores the potential of nanotechnology, including graphite oxide dosing, in creating cleaner, more efficient diesel engines with significant environmental and economic benefits.

Keywords:

Nickel zinc iron oxide, Graphite oxide dose, Ethanol-diesel emulsions, Compression ignition engine, Fuel consumption.

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