Date of Award
4-2012
Access Type
Thesis - Open Access
Degree Name
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Department
Mechanical Engineering
Committee Chair
Dr. Marc Compere
First Committee Member
Dr. Darris White
Second Committee Member
Dr. Birce Dikici
Abstract
During the last two years, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has been in the process of having a fully-functional biodiesel processing facility on campus. Within this time, it was shown that biodiesel was a great alternative to diesel fuel based on emissions, performance, and cost, allowing for a grant of $10,000 being awarded to fund the project. Upon properly producing biodiesel, the fuel was tested in a John Deere 2653A tractor to see what differences, if any, existed when using a biodiesel blend over diesel fuel. In doing this, carbon buildup and fuel economy were compared, and a cost analysis conducted. It was concluded that biodiesel can be safely produced on a university campus and can be utilized within diesel engines, while cutting back on costs.
Scholarly Commons Citation
Rodio, Michelle Erin, "Facility Implementation, Production, and Use of Biodiesel on a University Campus" (2012). Doctoral Dissertations and Master's Theses. 121.
https://commons.erau.edu/edt/121
