E. I. Ifediorah

Experimental Evaluation and RSM Optimization of Bio-Grease from Cottonseed Oil Using Sodium Hydroxide and Bio-Based Additives

E. I. Ifediorah, A. K. Babayemi, O. L. Eluno & E. E. Eluno · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

This study focuses on the optimization of biogrease through glycerin extraction of cottonseed oil glycerin, using lye sourced from empty palm fruit bunches as an alkali and Moringa oleifera as a natural antioxidant. Moringa oleifera leaf extract was used as a corrosion-inhibiting...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i51518

Co-Pyrolysis and Catalytic Cracking of Coconut Shell Oil with Vacuum Gas Oil: Production and FTIR/GC–MS Characterization of Bio-fuel

K. T. Tochukwu, J. O. Ezeugo, J. C. Umeuzuegbu, S. R. Odera, P. C. Ojike & E. I. Ifediorah · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

The increasing shift into sustainable fuels and its global demand necessitates integrating biomass derivatives into petroleum refineries as a viable strategy for renewable fuel production. This study investigated the catalytic co-pyrolysis of coconut shell with vacuum gas oil (VG...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i21815