Evaluation of Alternative Fuel Characteristics for Internal Combustion Engines with Analytical Hierarchy Process
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For a long time, the diesel and gasoline have been utilized as fuel for internal combustion engines. But the diminishing oil supplies along with the variable oil prices drive people to obtain alternative sources for fuel. The sustainable fuel options may alter power consumption that results in less pollution, less carbon and more variety of fuel supply. It is generally a challenging task for decision makers to determine the best feasible fuel for internal combustion engines among multiple choices because of the complicated task of considering various attributes of performances and the lack of information available. However, the right choice of the most feasible fuel option for internal combustion engines can efficiently mitigate serious environmental troubles and over-consumption of energy during transportation.
In this study, the diverse types of liquid fuel options for internal combustion engines are compared in terms of critical characteristics determined within the scope of this research. In this article, the quantitative evaluation model utilized provides decision makers with a tool to be utilized during important strategic decision-making processes on issues with regard to fuel policy in the near future. The applied model presents quantitative conclusions that can contribute to enhance the decision-making progression.
Anahtar Kelimeler
Alternative Fuel,internal combustion engines,biofuel,biomas,sustainability
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