Presentation Profile
Rapid Fuel Quality Control Measurements with NIR Spectroscopy
Currently Scheduled: 1/19/2018 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Room: Room 381 B
Main Author
Adam Hopkins J. Ph.D. - Metrohm USA
- Raghenvdra Sengar - Metrohm USA
Abstract:
Comprehensive fuel analysis requires many different ASTM tests prior to release. These tests require difficult to maintain equipment ranging from knock engines to NMR to gas chromatographs. Near infrared (NIR) spectroscopy, can augment these instruments, replacing them for routine analysis. We demonstrate comprehensive fuel analysis capabilities of a laboratory NIR instrument for three common fuel types - gasoline, diesel, and jet; and show transferability of the analysis models between instruments. This work points to the ability of NIR to be used for fuel blending, release, and product monitoring before consumption.
