Methanol/Kerosene Blends as Fuel

Abstract

Methanol/kerosene blends are the mixtures of methanol and kerosene. These blends have gained tremendous attention now a days as potential substitutes to traditional jet fuels owing to eco-friendly nature, higher flash points and octane number, thus reducing the toxic emissions compared to fossil fuels. China provides methanol fuel at prices that are usually 30%–50% less expensive than petrol and it is currently the largest methanol producer and consumer globally. Automobiles can be modified to operate on increased methanol blends, varying from 500 to 1000 (US$73–146) thereby making methanol the common and accessible fuel for automobiles. Methanol-Kerosene in different blends exhibits promising results when used in aircraft and micro turbo engine. By offering a direct path to drastically cut emissions from industry, shipping, overland transportation, aviation and power generation, methanol produced from renewable source has emerged as a greener and best substitute to traditional fuels. Methanol-kerosene blends can be hazardous and poisonous if not handled properly and safely, the same is also true for petrol and diesel. To tackle the toxic nature of these blends, a multidisciplinary strategy involving chemistry, materials science, toxicology, and environmental science, along with cooperation between academics, stakeholders and regulatory bodies is likely required. Additionally, in depth analysis of methanol-kerosene blends and their generation from biomass and waste products is currently the need of time so as to achieve the sustainability decarbonation and resilience society. © 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.