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Analysis of biodegradable additives in marine fuels and their effect on toxic exhaust emissions
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Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Polish Naval Academy, Poland
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Faculty of Navigation and Naval Weapons, Polish Naval Academy, Poland
Submission date: 2025-07-08
Final revision date: 2025-10-06
Acceptance date: 2025-10-07
Online publication date: 2025-11-14
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This study investigates the influence of biodegradable additives, specifically butyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, and demineralized water, on the emission of toxic compounds from marine diesel engines. Experiments were conducted using a Sulzer 6AL20/24 engine fueled with conventional diesel and two fuel blends containing alcohols and water. Emissions of NOₓ, CO, CO₂, and O₂ were measured and analyzed via statistical modeling. Results indicate that component fuels can reduce NOₓ emissions by up to 7.5%, mainly due to the cooling effect of water in the fuel mixture. However, effects on CO emissions were less consistent, varying with engine load and fuel composition. CO₂ emissions remained similar across fuels, while oxygen levels were influenced by the presence of oxygenated compounds. The findings support the potential of biodegradable fuel additives in reducing marine engine emissions, though further studies are necessary to optimize combustion and meet environmental regulations.
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