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Diesel fuel-aqueous alcohol microemulsions

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OSTI ID:6511264
Hybrid fuel microemulsions are prepared from diesel fuel, water, alcohol, and a novel surfactant system comprising N,N-dimethylethanolamine and a long-chain fatty acid substance. These fuels are characterized by high water tolerance and low-temperature stability, and are particularly adaptable to the utilization of aqueous ethanol as the alcohol source.
Assignee:
Secretary of Agriculture
Patent Number(s):
US 4451265
OSTI ID:
6511264
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English