Publication Date: 2023/12/02
Abstract: The objective of this study is to synthesize bio lubricant using kernel oil fromvirescens specie of the palm fruit (Elaeisguineensis)via atwo-stage transesterification process in the presence of potassium hydroxide and trimethylolpropane (TMP) catalyst. The kernel oil was first extracted then characterized using standardlaboratory techniques before being synthesized to produce bio lubricant. The synthesized bio lubricant properties were studied to determine its unique physical and chemical properties. The viscosity at 40 and 1000C were 42 and 10.34cSt respectively, the viscosity index was quite high with a value of 132, the FFA value was found to be 0.34 which was very appropriate while the flash and pour point value were 3100C and -6 0C respectively. The property values were comparable with that of petro lubricant and within the range of recognized testing standards such as viscositygrade 46 (VG-46). The Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) analysis was used to identify if the reaction did take place and its level of completion. From the values obtained, it can be deduced that the NigerianElaeisguineensis kernel oil- based biolubricantpossesses quality lubricating properties and it’s a suitable alternative to petro lubricant.
Keywords: Biolubricant, palm kernel oil, palm fruit,Virescens, Transesterification.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10370808
PDF: https://ijirst.demo4.arinfotech.co/assets/upload/files/IJISRT23NOV1556.pdf
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