9th AIAA Aviation Technology, Integration, and Operations Conference (ATIO) · 2009 · 111 citations · 0 references
EngineeringBioengineeringChemical EngineeringBiochemical EngineeringBioprocess EngineeringInternal Combustion EnginesBio-based MaterialsBioenergy SystemsBiofuel ProductionEngine TestingFuel ChemistryRenewable FeedstocksAdvanced BiofuelsBiofuel Life-cycle AssessmentBiofuelsFlight TestingFuel Property AnalysisLife-cycle Emissions ReductionOleaginous FeedstocksPlant-based Oils
This paper describes the results of an industry effo rt to test Bio-derived Synthetic Paraffinic Kerosene (Bio-SPK) from natural plant oils. The program included the identification and sourcing of sustainable feedstocks, the use of a new fuel processing method, nu merous fuel tests, engine operability, performance and emissions tests, and flight testing in three Boeing aircraft models. The Bio-SPK blended fuels have potential to reduce life cycle CO2 emissions and be compatible with current aircraft, systems, and infrastructure.