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BIOMASS CONVERSION - TO LIQUID FUELS: - USING PLANT OILS
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open in viewerThe production of biomass is one way to harvest abundant solar energy. This report investigates the use of plant oils converted to biodiesel as a source of energy. The U.S. energy demand is compared to oil yields from soy, oil palm and microalgae. Current obstacles to viability are summarized and some recommendations are presented.
- This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.
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- 02B014I
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- 2002
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- 2002-01-01
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- Worcester
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