Evaluation of Biodiesel Fuel Obtained from Waste Cooking Oil

Abstract

In this study, usage of methyl ester obtained from waste cooking oil (WCO) is evaluated as an alternative energy source. Potential of obtained biodiesel from WCO in the World and Turkey was determined. Physical and chemical properties of methyl ester were determined in the laboratory. The methyl ester was tested in a diesel engine with turbocharged, four cylinders and direct injection. Obtained results were compared with No. 2 diesel fuel. In addition, if WCO is evaluated as biodiesel, environmental pollution caused by waste cooking oil diminished.

Keywords:

• biodiesel
• diesel engine
• diesel fuel
• methyl ester
• waste cooking oil

Notes

^a It was made based on the experimental studies conducted by the authors in Agean Biotechnology Firm.

^b These are standard values taken by Petrol Ofisi A.Ş.