Method and system for production of biodiesel utilizing ultrasonic shear mixing to reduce the amount of energy needed by 45 to 50% and eliminate the use of water
US9944871B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 20, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 26, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E50/10
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The instant invention describes a method and system for producing biodiesel which increases energy efficiency by reducing the overall amount of energy associated with producing the biodiesel. Unlike most systems which use a batch procedure, the instant method and system utilize a continuous flow sonification procedure which provides for reactions to take place in tubes as the biodiesel moves along through the process. The continuous flow sonification procedure is performed in two main stages, utilizing the steps of acid esterification, transesterification, and a waterless washing.
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