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How to cite this article
Xu, B., Zhang, W. and Qi, Y. (2005). 'Research on Basic Fuel Properties and Emission Characteristics of E-Diesel Fuel Blend'. SET Proceedings, 4(1), pp. 568-573. https://doi.org/10.65582/set.2005.125
