The determination of correlated equations for the density, viscosity, and thermal conductivity of crude coconut oil
Date of Publication
1995
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Subject Categories
Chemical Engineering
College
Gokongwei College of Engineering
Department/Unit
Chemical Engineering
Abstract/Summary
This project aims to provide a mathematical model for crude coconut oil, correlating its thermal conductivity with viscosity and density. Each physical properties mentioned will be determined as a function of temperature by experiment. The Westphal Balance will be used for the determination of density while the Saybolt Viscosimeter will be used for viscosity. An experimental apparatus for the determination of thermal conductivity will be fabricated based on Stephen Whitaker's procedure of heat conduction. This experimental set-up assumes that convection and radiation is negligible. For the analysis of the empirical equations obtained from the results, the analysis of variance (ANOVA) will be used.The crude coconut oil that will be used comes from the Southern Integrated Oil Mill, Inc. The crude coconut oil deviates slightly from the standard specifications of the Department of Trade and Industry because of its slightly higher moisture content from the specifications of DTI.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU07023
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
117 leaves ; Computer printout
Keywords
Coconut oil—Properties; Coconut oil as fuel
Recommended Citation
Schroth, D., & Villarinte, J. Y. (1995). The determination of correlated equations for the density, viscosity, and thermal conductivity of crude coconut oil. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/3722
Embargo Period
1-18-2021
