Development of a bridged structure compound from isophorone as a JP-10 alternative

Abstract

The growing environmental concerns regarding the use of fossil fuels have driven the advancement of sustainable transportation fuels. This study presents a method for synthesizing a novel jet fuel substitute from acetic acid via isophorone dimerization followed by reduction. The resultant compound exhibited fuel properties, such as density and energy density, that are comparable to those of JP-10. Techno-economic analysis and life-cycle assessment demonstrated its economic and environmental viability, showcasing it as a sustainable alternative to conventional jet fuels.