Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University discusses a master’s thesis on the study of engine performance using biodiesel fuel blends containing nanomaterials.

The Technical Engineering College in Najaf, affiliated with Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, discussed the master’s thesis titled “Study of Engine Performance Using Biodiesel Fuel Blends Containing Nanoparticles.”

The thesis, presented by Nabil Kshawi Farhan from the Department of Power Mechanics Engineering Technologies, aims to examine engine performance using biodiesel fuel blends enhanced with nanoparticles.

The research findings indicate that a 20% biodiesel blend (B20) produced from RUTA plant oil (20% biodiesel + 80% diesel) is the most effective in improving engine performance and reducing harmful emissions, especially when enriched with nanoparticles. The B20 blend demonstrated improved brake power efficiency and reduced fuel consumption compared to pure diesel and other biodiesel blends.

Additionally, this blend significantly reduced carbon dioxide (CO₂), carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrocarbon (HC) emissions, making it a more sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative.

The study also explored optimized nanoparticle concentrations and the potential integration of alternative nanoparticles with hybrid systems for further performance enhancements.