Title page for E-project-060109-191651

Project Type	MQP
Submission date	2009-06-01
Authors	Stephanie K Kavrakis, CM Lindsay Marie Wood, CM
URN	E-project-060109-191651
Title	Biodiesel Production from J. curcas Oil
Advisor	Thompson, Robert W., CM
Availability	restricted
Abstract The country of Haiti has the capability to use biodiesel for their transportation needs. This would increase their fuel security, economy and environmental impact. Jatropha curcas is a plant that will grow well in Haiti and produce a high yield of biodiesel. This report outlines studies done to find the optimal method for converting J. curcas oil to usable biodiesel. The amount of alkaline catalyst and ratio of methanol to fresh oil for the greatest conversion of fatty acid methyl esters are reported. In addition, the optimal reaction was established. Finding the most efficient way to convert J. curcas oil to biodiesel would allow for this biodiesel to be produced as economically as possible.
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