18372758. METHOD FOR PRODUCING GASOLINE ALTERNATIVE AND GASOLINE ALTERNATIVE simplified abstract (HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.)

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METHOD FOR PRODUCING GASOLINE ALTERNATIVE AND GASOLINE ALTERNATIVE

Organization Name

HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Kohei Kuzuoka of Wako-shi (JP)

Masayuki Nakatsu of Wako-shi (JP)

METHOD FOR PRODUCING GASOLINE ALTERNATIVE AND GASOLINE ALTERNATIVE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18372758 titled 'METHOD FOR PRODUCING GASOLINE ALTERNATIVE AND GASOLINE ALTERNATIVE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a method for producing a gasoline alternative by mixing FT light naphtha obtained through Fischer-Tropsch synthesis with bioalcohol obtained from biomass.

  • Determining a mixing ratio of bioalcohol to FT light naphtha based on octane values.
  • Determining a hydrogenation ratio to convert olefins to paraffins.
  • Hydrogenating the FT light naphtha.
  • Mixing the bioalcohol with the hydrogenated FT light naphtha based on the determined ratio.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in the production of renewable and sustainable gasoline alternatives for use in vehicles and other combustion engines.

Problems Solved

1. Reducing the reliance on traditional gasoline derived from fossil fuels. 2. Providing a more environmentally friendly fuel option by utilizing renewable resources.

Benefits

1. Lowering greenhouse gas emissions. 2. Diversifying the fuel options available in the market. 3. Promoting sustainability and reducing dependence on non-renewable resources.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Renewable Gasoline Alternative Production Method" - Optimizing the production process for commercial-scale manufacturing and distribution of the gasoline alternative.

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to the production of biofuels or blending of different fuel components to create gasoline alternatives. Research in the field of bioenergy and alternative fuels may have similar technologies or processes.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to other biofuel production methods in terms of efficiency and cost-effectiveness?

This article does not provide a direct comparison with other biofuel production methods, so it is unclear how this technology stacks up against existing alternatives.

What are the potential challenges or limitations of implementing this method on a large scale?

The article does not address the scalability or potential obstacles that may arise when implementing this method for mass production. Further research or testing may be needed to determine the feasibility of large-scale implementation.


Original Abstract Submitted

A method for producing a gasoline alternative by mixing FT light naphtha obtained through Fischer-Tropsch synthesis using renewable power with bioalcohol obtained from biomass, includes: determining a mixing ratio of the bioalcohol to the FT light naphtha based on an octane value of the FT light naphtha, a blending octane value of the bioalcohol, and a predetermined target octane value; determining a hydrogenation ratio for hydrogenation of olefin contained in the FT light naphtha to paraffin such that the gasoline alternative has an olefin content ratio of 10 vol % or less based on the determined mixing ratio of the bioalcohol and an olefin content ratio of the FT light naphtha; hydrogenating the FT light naphtha according to the determined hydrogenation ratio; and mixing the bioalcohol with the hydrogenated FT light naphtha according to the determined mixing ratio of the bioalcohol.