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3. Microalgae: Next-Generation Feedstock for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Authors : Bidhu Bhusan Makut, Pritikrishna Majhi, Sanjeev Mishra, Mohammad Aslam, Radhakanta Nag

Published in: Sustainable Aviation Fuels

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Abstract

The chapter delves into the urgent need for sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) to mitigate the environmental impact of the aviation sector, which is responsible for a significant portion of global CO2 emissions. Microalgae emerge as a promising feedstock for SAFs, offering advantages such as high lipid content, rapid growth rates, and the ability to utilize atmospheric CO2. The text explores various conversion pathways, including biomass gasification using Fischer–Tropsch synthesis, hydro-processing of microalgal bio-oil, and the transformation of algal starch into aviation fuel. Each method is scrutinized for its benefits and drawbacks, with a focus on the challenges of syngas purification, bio-oil upgrading, and compliance with jet fuel standards. The physicochemical properties of microalgae-derived aviation fuel are compared to conventional fuels, highlighting its potential for higher heating values and improved cold flow characteristics. The chapter also addresses the economic and environmental sustainability of microalgae-based SAFs, emphasizing the need for optimization and rigorous modeling to reduce operational costs. Overall, the text provides a thorough examination of the prospects and challenges of microalgae-derived aviation fuel, making a compelling case for its role in the future of sustainable aviation.
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Metadata
Title
Microalgae: Next-Generation Feedstock for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Authors
Bidhu Bhusan Makut
Pritikrishna Majhi
Sanjeev Mishra
Mohammad Aslam
Radhakanta Nag
Copyright Year
2025
Book
Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Print ISBN: 978-3-031-83720-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-83721-0

Copyright Year: 2025

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-83721-0_3

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