Modeling and optimization of transesterification of Jatropha oil to fatty acid methyl ester: application of response surface methodology (CCD) and Taguchi orthogonal method
Cyrus Aseibichin, Wısdom Chukwuemeke Ulakpa, Ikoko Omenogor, Emmanuel Doyah, Ayodeji Arnold Olaseinde, Oghenekome Cyril Anakpoha, Mabel Keke, Shankar Karuppannan
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of 0.8470, and a coefficient of variance (CV) of 0.65. On the other hand, the Taguchi method had coefficients of 0.8994, 0.7483, and 1.95. The FAME yield of RSM was slightly higher, but the Taguchi method was much more cost-efficient. The analysis of variance (ANOVA) results showed that the methanol to oil ratio had the highest influence on the yield, accounting for 49.61% of the variation. This highlights the significant impact of this factor on the overall process. The study highlights the significance of utilizing advanced techniques such as TOA and RSM, which are known for their effectiveness. The study aims to enhance the yield and efficiency of the transesterification process, thereby increasing the overall production of fatty acid methyl ester from Jatropha oil. This innovative approach efficiently generates biodiesel from renewable resources, like Jatropha oil, in a manner that is both environmentally friendly and maximizes the effectiveness of the process parameters.