Biomass Energy Sources
Assessment and Biogas Production from Leftover Food in Main Campus of Ambo University in a Batch Anaerobic Digestion

Asefa Keneni Negassa; addisu turura

Volume 5, Issue 2 , July 2024, , Pages 171-179

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12652.1200

Abstract
  The objective of this study was to assess and evaluate the biogas yield of food wastes generated from the main campus of Ambo University's student cafeteria in a batch anaerobic digestion. Food waste from preprocessing and leftover from the student cafeteria were collected and measured. Standard techniques ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
Performance Evaluation of a Thermal Barrier-coated CI Engine using Waste Oil Biodiesel Blends

Praveen Kumar G Yadav; Din Bandhu; Jayasimha K. Reddy; Meenakshi R. Reddy; Chadaram Srinivasu; Ganesh Babu Katam

Volume 5, Issue 2 , July 2024, , Pages 181-193

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12828.1206

Abstract
  Recycling plastics into energy sources is the most promising method for cutting down on pollution and trash. In this regard, predictions of adiabatic engines using pistons with thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) were made to reduce in-cylinder heat rejection, safeguard the underlying metallic surfaces from ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
A Review of Challenges to Adoption of Biodiesel as a Biesel Substitute in India

Madhurjya Saikia; Pranjal Sarmah; Partha P Borthakur

Volume 5, Issue 2 , July 2024, , Pages 221-227

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13161.1222

Abstract
  Biodiesel, derived from biomass, offers significant environmental advantages by reducing CO2 and CO emissions and promoting energy self-sufficiency. Currently, biodiesel remains limited to DG sets used by a small number of farmers in India, with minimal adoption in the transportation sector. Numerous ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
Predicting Performance Characteristics of an Engine Fueled by Algal Biodiesel-Diesel using Response Surface Methodology

Mohammad Khoobbakht; Mohsen Soleymani; Kamran Kheiralipour; Mahmoud Karimi

Volume 5, Issue 2 , July 2024, , Pages 269-279

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13512.1244

Abstract
  The effect of biodiesel percentage in biodiesel-diesel blends on the engine under different engine operation conditions must be predicted to achieve high performance. The goal of the present paper was to model brake power, brake torque, thermal efficiency, and specific fuel consumption of a diesel engine ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
Ethanol Blending in Petrol: Current Status and Prospects in India

Madhurjya Saikia; Pranjal Sarmah; Rupam Deka; Dipankar Das

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 45-49

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12885.1208

Abstract
  India has experienced rapid industrialization, propelling it to be the world's 3rd largest energy consumer. Among the sectors driving this energy consumption, the transportation industry plays a significant role. In the fiscal year 2022-23, India witnessed a surge in petroleum consumption, reaching a ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
Experimental Analysis and Parametric Optimization of Linseed Oil Methyl Ester Blend-Fueled Variable Compression Ratio Diesel Engine

Ganesh S Warkhade; Ganesh Babu Katam; Veeresh Babu Alur

Volume 4, Issue 2 , July 2023, , Pages 183-198

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2022.12394.1177

Abstract
  This paper analyses the VCR (variable compression ratio) engine's performance, combustion, and emission output responses. The experimental results were modelled using the Grey Taguchi method (GTM) for input parameters of compression ratio, load, and fuel blends. The objective is to find the optimal combination ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
Hydrodynamic Behavior of Biomass Micro-Particles in Counter-Flow Combustion of Dust Clouds

M. Akbari Vakilabadi; A.R. Binesh; M. Monfared

Volume 4, Issue 1 , January 2023, , Pages 55-66

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2022.11963.1128

Abstract
  A mathematical model has been investigated to predict the effect of hydrodynamic forces, especially thermophoretic forces on micro organic particles in counter-flow combustion in this research. Hydrodynamic forces change the velocity and concentration of evaporative organic particles moving toward the ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
Above-ground Biomass and Fuel Value Index of Selected Tree Species for Fuelwood Production in Ethiopia

G. Jebeso Morketo; M. Fekadu; T. Dajene

Volume 3, Issue 2 , July 2022, , Pages 143-153

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2022.11769.1110

Abstract
  The present study investigated appropriate tree species for biomass energy utilization by determining trees' dry biomass and fuel value index, taking into account that developing countries rely heavily on fuelwood for energy consumption. In Ethiopia, biomass currently meets more than 89.5% of total energy ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
Production and Characterization of Pellets from Carbonized Pinus Patula Sawdust

Tegene Tantu Geta; Mahelete Tsegaye; Gemechu Yadeta; Tewabech Alemu; Berhanu Sugebo; Dagnachew Genene

Volume 3, Issue 2 , July 2022, , Pages 175-181

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2022.11909.1123

Abstract
  The low bulk density of wood wastes causes handling, storage, and transportation issues, limiting its large-scale application. Pelletization can solve this inherent problem by converting biomass into dense and compact pellets with regular shape and size. To evaluate the effect of particle size and binding ...  Read More