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Synergistic effect of metal deactivator and antioxidant on oxidation stability of metal contaminated Jatropha biodiesel

Sarin, Amit; Arora, Rajneesh; Singh, N.P.; Sarin, Rakesh; … - In: Energy 35 (2010) 5, pp. 2333-2337

stability at 110 °C with a minimum induction time of 6 h by the Rancimat method (EN-14112). According to proposed National … specification for neat Jatropha biodiesel and metal contaminated Jatropha biodiesel by using antioxidants; it will have a cost … implication, as antioxidants are costly chemicals. Research was conducted to increase the oxidation stability of metal …

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Study of degumming process and evaluation of oxidative stability of methyl and ethyl biodiesel of Jatropha curcas L. oil from three different Brazilian states

Diana da Silva Araújo, Francisca; Araújo, Iranildo C.; … - In: Renewable Energy 71 (2014) C, pp. 495-501

.51 h and 13.03 h without antioxidant addition when submitted a Rancimat text. Such biodiesels had their physicochemical …

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Does Local Development Exist? Sustainability of Artisanal Agri-Industry of Jatropha Seeds in Yucatan

García, Armando Rucoba; Gil, Alfonso Munguía; López, … - In: Asian Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development 03 (2013) 12

This study seeks to analyze the benefits, as well as the likely risks of cultivating Jatropha curcas in small production units of rain fed lands in Yucatán. In order to analyze the possible development of local artisanal agri-industry in the context of policies related to biofuels in Mexico,...

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Biodiesel production and de-oiled seed cake nutritional values of a Mexican edible Jatropha curcas

Sánchez-Arreola, Eugenio; Martin-Torres, Gerardo; … - In: Renewable Energy 76 (2015) C, pp. 143-147

The scarcity of fossil fuels, in addition to environmental damage due to fossil fuel use and exploration, promotes research into alternative energy sources such as biofuels. Biodiesel has attracted considerable attention in recent years as an alternative to fossil fuels, since it is renewable,...

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Engine performance and emissions using Jatropha curcas, Ceiba pentandra and Calophyllum inophyllum biodiesel in a CI diesel engine

Ong, Hwai Chyuan; Masjuki, H.H.; Mahlia, T.M.I.; … - In: Energy 69 (2014) C, pp. 427-445

Biodiesel is a recognized replacement for diesel fuel in compressed ignition engines due to its significant environmental benefits. The purpose of this study is to investigate the engine performance and emissions produced from Jatropha curcas, Ceiba pentandra and Calophyllum inophyllum biodiesel...

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Food Security and Biofuels: A Case Study of Jatropha Curcas in Bolivia

Castro Gonzáles, Nirza Fabiola - Instituto de Investigaciones Socio Económicas (IISEC), … - 2014

The paper analyzes a Bolivian region for possible cultivation of the oil plant Jatropha curcas for sustainable biodiesel production in order to replace in part Bolivia's diesel imports. The specific site for this study is located in the dry region of Gran Chaco in Santa Cruz. The aim of this...

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Evaluation of biodiesel blending, engine performance and emissions characteristics of Jatropha curcas methyl ester: Malaysian perspective

Mofijur, M.; Masjuki, H.H.; Kalam, M.A.; Atabani, A.E. - In: Energy 55 (2013) C, pp. 879-887

Currently, the main crop for biodiesel in Malaysia is palm oil. Recently, Jatropha curcas has drawn the attention of the Malaysian Government. This paper aims to study the feasibility of Jatropha as a potential biodiesel feedstock for Malaysia. Physico-chemical properties of Jatropha biodiesel...

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Biotechnologizing Jatropha for local sustainable development

Puente-Rodríguez, Daniel - In: Agriculture and Human Values 27 (2010) 3, pp. 351-363

This article explores whether and how the biotechnologization process that the fuel-plant Jatropha curcas is undergoing might strengthen local sustainable development. It focuses on the ongoing efforts of the multi-stakeholder network Gota Verde to harness Jatropha within local small-scale...

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RENTABILIDAD DE JATROPHA CURCAS EN ASOCIACIÓN CON CULTIVOS Y MONOCULTIVO EN TIERRAS DE TEMPORAL EN YUCATÃN

García, Armando Rucoba; Gil, Alfonso Munguía - In: Revista Mexicana de Agronegocios 33 (2013)

El presente trabajo analiza las perspectivas de rentabilidad para dos sistemas de producción de Jatropha curcas en temporal para el tercer y cuarto año de establecimiento, en monocultivo y en asociación con maíz y frijol. Se obtuvieron los indicadores de evaluación económica de proyectos:...

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Assessing the potential demand for biofuel by combining Economics and Psychology: A focus on proximity applied to Jatropha oil in Africa

Litvine, Dorian; Gazull, Laurent; Dabat, Marie-Hélène - In: Ecological Economics 100 (2014) C, pp. 85-95

Bio-energy demand is known to be influenced by geographical origin and social equity. This paper aims to highlight the influence of the proximity between biomass production and energy consumption on the demand for alternative bio-fuels. In the context of Burkina Faso, we explore potential demand...

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