Alternative Fuels Guidebook: Properties, Storage, Dispensing, and Vehicle Facility Modifications [R-180]

Covers methanol, ethanol, natural gas, LP gas, vegetable oils, hydrogen. Both a reference and a general guide for engineers and fleet managers whose job it is to implement alternative fuel vehicles, this book includes the fundamentals of the physical and chemical properties of alternative fuels and how they impact refueling system design and modifications of existing garages for safety purposes. Chapters cover: Alternative Fuels and Their Origins Properties and Specifications Materials Compatibility Storage and Dispensing Refueling Facility Installation and Garage Facility Modifications Glossary of Terms