Project Namosyn explores the use of synthetic fuels


The Namosyn project researches the use of synthetic fuels and tests them by motor. In addition, new processes for the production of e-fuels and concepts for implementation are being developed.

The consortium "Sustainable Mobility through Synthetic Fuels" (Namosyn) includes universities, Fraunhofer institutes, major research institutes and industrial companies. The project, led by the German Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology Society (Dechema), aims to synthesize and motor-test synthetic fuels for petrol and diesel engines.

The project envisages the development of new processes for the production of e-fuels. These are to be tested in different mixtures (blends) by motor under laboratory as well as real conditions on the combustion characteristics. Engine testing also includes the compatibility of the engine, the seals and the fuel-bearing components with the new fuel. For e-fuels for diesel engines, the question of a possible retrofit with components optimized for OME fuels will also be investigated.

E-Fuel Research Namosyn by 2022
In addition, concepts for implementation in existing systems are to be developed. In a life cycle analysis, the use of the Synfuels over the entire process chain is evaluated for sustainability, environmental compatibility and the potential of CO2 reduction. Namosyn was launched in 2019 and is being funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research for three years.

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