A systematic approach for optimization of an algal biorefinery using fuzzy linear programming

• Main Authors: Ubando, Aristotle T., Culaba, Alvin B., Tan, Raymond Girard R., Ng, Denny K. S.
• Format: text
• Published: Animo Repository 2012
• Subjects: Algal biofuels—Refining; Microalgae; Mechanical Engineering
• Online Access: https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/faculty_research/1703; https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/context/faculty_research/article/2702/type/native/viewcontent
• Institution: De La Salle University

In order to efficiently convert microalgae into value added products, a sustainable integrated algal biorefinery is needed. Generally, conversion of microalgae into biofuel involves several processing steps: cultivation, harvesting, dewatering, drying, oil extraction, and biofuel production. One of...