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Biodiesel is a biofuel produced from vegetable oils and animal fats. The study describes the solar-assisted biodiesel production from linseed oil and the parameter optimization using Taguchi’s L27 orthogonal approach and response surface methodology (RSM). A solar paraboloid dish of collector area 6.1 m2 and concentration ratio approx. 200 is used...
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... Also, the cetane number of flaxseed oil, a gauge of its ignition quality, is high. Better engine performance is the result of the gasoline igniting more quickly and effectively with a high cetane number (Budhraja et al., 2022). Biodiesel made from flaxseed oil is also a sustainable substitute for regular diesel fuel. ...
Flaxseed is a nutritional powerhouse, packed with essential nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, notably alpha-linolenic acid, Secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (SDG), lignans, protein, soluble fiber, and an array of phenolic compounds. This holistic nutritional profile makes flaxseed a remarkable dietary addition. A mere serving of flaxseed offers substantial protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids, making it an ally in weight management, blood pressure regulation, and the reduction of cancer risk and inflammation. These health benefits make flaxseed an attractive choice for individuals seeking to improve their overall well-being. Flaxseed’s appeal goes beyond its nutritional advantages. Its mild, nutty flavour and crispy texture make it a versatile ingredient that elevates the taste and consistency of a wide range of recipes. Whether sprinkled on yogurt, blended into smoothies, or used as a binder in baking, flaxseed’s culinary applications are as diverse as they are delightful. Furthermore, flaxseed’s potential uses extend into the food industry, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 3, which promotes good health and well-being. The current applications of flaxseeds for attaining strategic solutions in areas of textiles, paper production, biofuels and health supplements is considered as an industrial novelty. Flaxseed’s incorporation into food products contributes to the development of health-conscious and sustainable dietary options.
... The confirmation of optimal yield was conducted using RSM and Multiple Linear Regression (MLR) algorithms. Another recent study [30] investigated the solar-assisted production of biodiesel from linseed oil and parameter optimization through Taguchi's L27 orthogonal method and RSM. Ahmad et al. [31] optimized the biodiesel production from flax seed oil and the maximum yield of 98.6% was obtained at the optimized methanol to oil ratio, catalyst amount, and time. ...
Biodiesel is a sustainable and green fuel with high potential for mitigating the adverse environmental impacts associated with conventional fossil fuels. Since the production of biodiesel is a complex process affected by many parameters which can influence the quality, cost, and environmental impact of the fuel, optimizing these factors is crucial to facilitate the commercialization of biodiesel and reduce emissions. Response Surface Methodology (RSM) is a statistical approach that is used to optimize processes and understand the relation between factors and their combined effect on the output response. RSM in biodiesel applications has been used to optimize process variables and to enhance the performance of biodiesel in engines. The goal of this review paper is to offer a brief overview of RSM, its benefits, and how it can be employed to improve the biodiesel production process and engine performance. The input process parameters, output response parameters, optimized combination of values, experimental design used, and the adequacy of the model and response for the studies were discussed. Additionally, this paper analyses the current status of literature on RSM in biodiesel applications, discusses the methodologies used by researchers, and provides useful information about the challenges and potential solutions. The main takeaways from this review include gaining an understanding of the benefits of RSM and its integration with other tools, insights into the challenges associated with biodiesel production and RSM limitations, along with potential research areas for further improvements.
... However, the widespread consumption of crude oil has emerged as a noteworthy socioeconomic issue, particularly for nations with limited crude oil resources. This has resulted in a surge in crude oil prices, leading to global economic instability [1][2][3]. ...
... The fundamental steps involved in PSO for biodiesel yield optimization are as follows: definition of the optimization problem, particle initialization, evaluation of particle fitness, update of particle velocity and position, iterative process, and output of the optimized solution, as depicted in Fig. 3 [59]. In this study, MATLAB 2020a code was employed to implement PSO with the selected parameters: lower limit [4,3,27] and upper limit [11,47,12,37] a nd fitness function Fig. 9. Results of best fitness, mean fitness and Current best individual. ...
Biomass energy is a renewable energy source that is carbon‐neutral, versatile, and can never go extinct. In the current study, a simulation model of an anaerobic digester with parameters such as pretreatment temperature (PTT), hydraulic retention time (HRT), and feed‐to‐water (F/W) ratio was developed and a design of experiment was created. The results showed that the higher hemicellulose content in sugarcane bagasse (SB) gave a decent H 2 yield (13–23 %). The significance sequence was PTT > F/W > HRT. The optimal values were HRT of 15–16 d; F/W of 1.5 (SB), 1.26 [rice straw (RS)], and 0.5 [sawdust (SD)]; and PTT of 63.3 (SB), 68.8 (RS), and 75 °C (SD). The optimal H 2 yield was 19.80 (SB), 20.94 (RS), and 21.41 % (SD). Therefore, the present simulation and optimization showed concrete results to raise H 2 yield.
