Experimental study demonstrates high yields of biodiesel using a calcium carbonate-derived catalyst, implying improved efficiency in alternative fuel production.
Key Points
Calcined CaO catalyst achieved up to 95.48% biodiesel yield from used cooking oil.
Different methanol/oil ratios were tested, with significant results observed at 15:1 ratio.
The synthesis involved calcining commercial calcium carbonate at 1000°C to produce an effective catalyst.
The findings suggest that this catalyst could enhance biodiesel quality and output in diesel engines.