The race for a better fuel begins with NREL researchers.
An NREL research team has created a catalyst that converts biomass into a hydrocarbon mixture known as triptane. Triptane is added to gasoline to reduce engine knocking, to boost the octane rating, and to increase the motor's efficiency.
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Race for a Better Fuel Begins with NREL Researchers. January 10, 2017. Two men examine a large piece of laboratory equipment. NREL researchers Earl Christensen (left) and Jesse Hensley inspect a new fuel synthesis reactor that will be used to research triptane converted from biomass. Photo by ...
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