Methanol-use options study: Phase 1. Final report

Technical Report · Fri May 01 00:00:00 EDT 1981

OSTI ID:6474629

This volume contains data on the transportation and distribution of methanol fuels and end uses of methanol. Appendix D describes the transportation and distribution of pure methanol and methanol-gasoline blend fuels from production facilities to bulk terminals. It includes both the technical and commercial aspects of the distribution system. It indicates that the particular properties of methanol require slightly different technology than petroleum products for bulk distribution. Likewise, the adaptation of pure methanol and blends into the present petroleum products distribution system will require slight changes, both technical and commercial. Appendix E examines the use of methanol fuels in the transportation sector in terms of: (1) impacts on engine performance and engine design as well as passenger safety and health; (2) the implications for methanol fuels of government regulations and policies in the area of transportation; and finally, (3) the costs of methanol utilization in transportation for both the consumer and the manufacturer.

• Research Organization: DHR, Inc., Washington, DC (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC01-79PE70027
• OSTI ID: 6474629
• Report Number(s): DOE/PE/70027-T2-Vol.3-App.D-F; ON: DE83006226
• Resource Relation: Other Information: Portions are illegible in microfiche products
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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