Bio Kettle (Fuel for Ease and an Uplifting Life)

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Philippines has been experiencing difficulties in terms of the source of fuel to sustain households and industries. Fortunately, many researchers and even entrepreneurs have been proposing alternative form for this energy, which is the Biodiesel. However, Biodiesel demands for extensive and costly production. Equipment and Machinery for the process need a spacious place. Though, it is considered as recycled fuel it is still impossible to produce it in an ordinary household. With that circumstance, the young entrepreneur planned a project that can really be useful for the production of Biodiesel. The design and development of portable kettle for the production of biodiesel is a proposed project that aimed to give ease to consumers in terms of its supply. This product was named by the entrepreneur, "Bio Kettle-Fuel for ease and uplifting life". Indeed, this product is very timely, and it can help not just the household but also the environment for it will produce an eco-friendly fuel.

METHODS

Instead of using heavy machine to make this alternative fuel, the equipment which was simple and cost-effective was created by the entrepreneur. The design was inspired by a kettle, since its function is to boil water. Meanwhile, this proposed work was intended to produce a biodiesel through the process of boiling the used oil. A prototype was used for this product which included the parts namely: Reactor, Methanol Tank, Control Panel, Structural Support and Condenser.

RESULTS

The product produced biodiesel through the use of vegetable oils, animal fats and even used cooking oils. These ingredients underwent processes inside the kettle. It was also found out that this kettle is portable since it is easy to carry or move around. With the use of prototype, the entrepreneur was able to determine that this Bio Kettle is indeed effective for the production of bio diesel.

DISCUSSIONS

The result indicated the effectiveness of the Bio kettle. Meanwhile, this product had still showed the need for improvements. Not everyone can afford it since it is costly. Also, some are not interested or not aware with the product and its capacity to produce fuel. To cope up with these points, the entrepreneur will inculcate the importance and uses of Biodiesel. Withal, the entrepreneur will use different types of promotions to encourage the customers to avail the product. She will also emphasize that despite its high cost, it will surely be useful in their daily lives in the long run.