energy savings by the use of mtbe to replace alkylate in automotive gasolines

Journal Article · Tue Jul 01 04:00:00 EDT 1986 · Chem. Technol. Fuels Oils (Engl. Transl.); (United States)

OSTI ID:6969576

Englin, B A; Emel'yanov, V E; Terent'ev, G A; Vinogradov, A M

This paper presents data on the differences in energy consumption in the production of leaded and unleaded AI-93 gasolines with various blend components. The authors investigate as high-octane components certain products that are more effective in use and less energy-consuming in production in comparison with alkylate. In particular, methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE) is discussed; it is not poisonous, it has a high heat of combustion, and it does not attack materials of construction. The addition of 11% MTBE to gasoline lowers the cold start temperature of engines by 10-12 degrees. Moreover, no adjustment of the carburetor is required for the changeover to gasoline with 11% MTBE.

• OSTI ID: 6969576
• Journal Information: Chem. Technol. Fuels Oils (Engl. Transl.); (United States), Journal Name: Chem. Technol. Fuels Oils (Engl. Transl.); (United States) Vol. 21:11-12; ISSN CTFOA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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