Naslov
Biodiesel from algae

Autori
Bošnjaković, Mladen

Izvornik
Journal of mechanics engineering and automation (2159-5275) 3 (2013), 3; 179-188

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
biodiesel ; algae ; Photobioreactor

Sažetak
Fossil fuels are non-renewable, and their quantities have been reducing because of pumping. On the other hand, the traffic is still developing and needs for fuels are growing. As a consequence people are forced to look for other sources of getting fuel. Additional reason for this has been steadily boosting the prices of crude oil and gas. Diesel, as fuel that is often used, is possible to produce from different feedstock (oil rape, soybean, sunflower, palm, waste animal fats, algae, etc). In this paper, we analyze the possibility of obtaining biodiesel from algae and the feasibility of such a method of producing biodiesel. Algae for biodiesel production are analyzed and the systems in which they are growing are described. Experience in this area is described as well as opportunities for further development of technology for getting biodiesel from algae. Algae are very resistant and can grow virtually anywhere in the desert, in salt and fresh water and even in the waste water. Algae can reproduce quickly ; they use CO2 for photosynthesis and less water than other crops. Bio fuel from algae is biodegradable and contains no sulphur and it is not toxic.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Strojarstvo

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