Interesting Article from MIT Review. UOP, a division of Honeywell, has successfully designed and mass produced biofuel based jet fuel made out of Jatropha Curcas seeds. Their fuel can be used in regular jet engines without need for modifications.
According to UOP their Jatropa Jet fuel packs more energy than regular jet fuel which could lead to better mileage for commercial jets. It also has a lower freezing point than conventional jet fuel allowing it to perform well in the colder temperatures of higher altitude. Could this make it capable for use in sub space applications?
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