dieselbrændstoffets
Dieselbrændstoffet, commonly known as diesel fuel, is a type of fuel oil derived from petroleum. It is primarily used in diesel engines, which are characterized by their compression-ignition system where fuel is ignited by the heat generated from compressing air. The composition of diesel fuel varies depending on the crude oil source and refining process, but it generally consists of heavier hydrocarbons than gasoline, with a higher flash point and boiling range.
Historically, diesel fuel was developed by Rudolf Diesel in the late 19th century for his experimental engine.
The refining process for diesel fuel involves fractional distillation of crude oil. Further treatments, such as
Diesel fuel is classified into different grades based on its cetane number, which indicates its ignition quality,