Alternative fuels
Reference data et engineering information about alternative fuels pour combustion applications.
alternativefuels
Overview
Energy content of alternative fuels used in transportation and power generation. Alternative fuels offer varying trade-offs in energy density, emissions, and infrastructure requirements.
Data Table
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Fuel | HHV(MJ/L) | HHV(MJ/kg) | Density(kg/L) | State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline | 34.2 | 46.4 | 0.737 | Liquid |
| Diesel | 38.3 | 45.6 | 0.84 | Liquid |
| LPG (propane) | 25.3 | 50.3 | 0.51 | Liquid (press.) |
| CNG (compressed natural gas) | 9 | 55.5 | 0.18 | Gas (200 bar) |
| LNG (liquefied natural gas) | 21.2 | 55.5 | 0.45 | Liquid (cryo) |
| Ethanol (E100) | 21.2 | 29.7 | 0.789 | Liquid |
| Methanol (M100) | 15.8 | 22.7 | 0.792 | Liquid |
| Biodiesel (B100) | 33.3 | 37.8 | 0.88 | Liquid |
| Hydrogen (700 bar) | 4.5 | 141.8 | 0.04 | Gas (700 bar) |
| Hydrogen (liquid, −253°C) | 8.5 | 141.8 | 0.071 | Liquid (cryo) |
| Ammonia | 12.7 | 22.5 | 0.682 | Liquid (press.) |
| Dimethyl ether (DME) | 19.3 | 28.8 | 0.668 | Liquid (press.) |
| Jet fuel (kerosene) | 34.9 | 46.2 | 0.81 | Liquid |
Source: engineeringtoolbox.com
Notes
- Values are at standard conditions unless otherwise noted
- Always verify values for critical applications