Application of mid-infrared spectroscopy for the field analysis of reformulated gasoline
Clarke, RH; Ritz, GP
| HERO ID | 1248198 |
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| In Press | No |
| Year | 1994 |
| Title | Application of mid-infrared spectroscopy for the field analysis of reformulated gasoline |
| Authors | Clarke, RH; Ritz, GP |
| Journal | American Environmental Laboratory |
| Volume | 6 |
| Issue | 3 (1994) |
| Page Numbers | 24-25 |
| Abstract | The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 introduced reformulated gasoline legislation, which regulated the composition of gasoline to improve tailpipe emissions and air quality. Oxygenates are adeded in the form of MTBE (methyl tert-butyl ether), ETBE (ethyl tert-butyl ether), ethanol, or methanol to reduce carbon monoxide and unburned hydrocarbon emissions. Aromatic and benzene content is capped to reduce volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The need for faster analysis of fuels in the field has driven the search for new methods to supplement gas chromatography (GC). Petroleum companies and regulatory agencies are using mid-infrared (mid-IR) analyzers over GC because they are fast, accurate, and portable for field use. Unlike GC, the mid-IR method described requires no initial separation of chemical compounds or advanced analytical training for operation. |
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| Is Public | Yes |
| Keyword | USA; hydrocarbons; Clean Air Act Amendments; carbon monoxide; gasoline; emission measurements; volatile organic compounds |
| Is Qa | No |