Computational modelling of NO_x emissions from biodiesel combustion
by Wenqiao Yuan, Alan C. Hansen, Qin Zhang
International Journal of Vehicle Design (IJVD), Vol. 45, No. 1/2, 2007

Abstract: A detailed numerical spray atomisation, ignition, combustion and NO_x formation model was developed for direct injection diesel engines using KIVA-3V code that could be applied to biodiesel fuels and this model was used to investigate the NO_x emissions mechanisms of biodiesel compared with diesel fuel. In addition, computational modelling was applied to evaluate strategies for reducing NO_x emissions from biodiesel combustion. The physical and thermodynamic properties of biodiesel used in the model were based on fatty acid composition. The model was verified with experimental data from an engine fuelled with diesel fuel, soyabean methyl ester, Yellow Grease Methyl Ester (YGME) and genetically modified soyabean methyl ester. Strategies for reducing NO_x emissions from biodiesel combustion were evaluated with the aid of the model. Increasing spray cone angle, retarding start of injection, applying Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and charge air cooling were all effective approaches to reducing NO_x emissions from biodiesel fuel.

Online publication date: Fri, 11-May-2007

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