Nanotechnology for Advanced Biofuels: Fundamentals and Applications

Nanotechnology for Advanced Biofuels: Fundamentals and Applications explores the use of nanotechnology to develop energy-rich compounds from bio-based sources. It discusses the challenges in producing nanotechnology-based fuels and their combustion, as well as the emission of oxidized particles and by-products. The book highlights the potential of nano-fuels as an emerging field and their potential to modify pre-existing fuels to maximize the use of renewable biomass.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 284 pages
Publication date: 21 March 2023
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Nanotechnology for Advanced Biofuels: Fundamentals and Applications delves into cutting-edge techniques for formulating fuels through the integration of nanotechnology and bio-based concepts. By incorporating high-energy nanoparticles and biologically derived molecules into liquid fuel, the potential of energy-rich compounds is significantly enhanced. This research addresses key challenges in the production of nanotechnology-based fuels, including their combustion or ignition during operation, as well as the emission of oxidized particles and by-products of incomplete combustion. Furthermore, it explores nano-fuels as an emerging field, highlighting their potential benefits and applications.

The integration of bio-based energy-rich fuels into conventionally used fuels is gaining prominence. By combining biofuels and nano-additives with pre-existing fuels, opportunities arise for developing modified fuels within domestic industries, maximizing the utilization of renewable biomass. This research serves as a valuable reference for materials scientists, energy scientists, and chemical engineers seeking to gain deeper insights into how nanotechnology can contribute to the development of more efficient biofuels.

Weight: 606g
Dimension: 234 x 192 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323917599