Hydrothermal Stability Of Na-Lta Shaped With Clay Binder,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Hydrothermal Stability Of Na-Lta Shaped With Clay Binder, Jimmy D.L. Moreno, Daniele Da S. Pereira, Thalita M. Azevedo, Dárley C. De Melo, Debora A.S. Maia, Fateme Rezaei, Moisés Bastos-Neto, Diana C.S. De Azevedo
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
Gas drying by adsorption on molecular sieves is one of the first unit operations in natural gas processing. Nevertheless, the thermal swings during regeneration combined with the presence of a complex gas mixture may lead to early adsorbent fouling. The shaping of adsorbent materials is crucial not only to reduce pressure drop in columns, but also for enhanced thermal and mechanical properties. In this work, synthesized sodium-based zeolite Linde Type A (Na-LTA) in powder was shaped by extrusion into cylindrical pellets using a clay binder followed by calcination at 673 K for 24 h. The produced 2-mm pellets had binder …
Effect Of Alkali Metal Functionalization On Hydrogen Storage Performance Of Highly Porous Activated Carbons,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Effect Of Alkali Metal Functionalization On Hydrogen Storage Performance Of Highly Porous Activated Carbons, Ruthradharshini Murugavel, Ali A. Rownaghi, Fateme Rezaei
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
With increasing energy demand and fast-paced decarbonization methods adopted to curb the adverse effects of greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogen (H2) is considered a sustainable, clean, and potential renewable energy carrier for the future. To substitute the energy needs required for the physical methods of H2 storage, adsorbed gas storage (AGS) is the next viable option that provides the opportunity to adsorb and desorb gases under mild conditions. In this work, we studied the effect of light alkali metal functionalization comprising Li and K on the H2 storage performance of porous graphitic carbon adsorbents. The effect of metal doping on the …
Effect Of Eggshell Powder And Nano-Hydroxyapatite On The Surface Roughness And Microhardness Of Bleached Enamel,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Effect Of Eggshell Powder And Nano-Hydroxyapatite On The Surface Roughness And Microhardness Of Bleached Enamel, Shahinaz Hassan, Lamiaa Moharam
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
Background: The aim of the study was to evaluate the remineralizing potential of prepared solutions of eggshell powder (ESP) and nano-hydroxyapatite (nHA) on the surface roughness and microhardness of bleached enamel. Materials and Methods: Fifty bovine anterior teeth were selected and cleaned then bleached using a chemically activated in-office bleaching agent then the teeth were randomly allocated into five groups (n = 10) according to the tested remineralizing agents (10% ESP solution, 10% nHA solution, and MI Paste Plus) into; control, bleached, bleached + ESP solution, bleached + nHA solution, and bleached + MI Paste Plus groups. Then, the teeth …
Assessment Of The Dimensionless Groups-Based Scale-Up Of Gas–Solid Fluidized Beds,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Assessment Of The Dimensionless Groups-Based Scale-Up Of Gas–Solid Fluidized Beds, Faraj M. Zaid, Haider Al-Rubaye, Thaar M. Aljuwaya, Muthanna H. Al-Dahhan
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
The most common scale-up approach for gas–solids fluidized beds is based on matching the governing dimensionless parameters. In the literature, this approach has been validated only by means of measuring global parameters between different sizes of fluidized beds. However, such global measurements are not sufficient to depict all the interplaying hydrodynamic phenomena and hence verify the scale-up relationships. Therefore, to assess this approach, an advanced gas–solids optical probe and pressure transducer measurement techniques have been applied to quantify local hydrodynamic parameters in two different sized fluidized beds. Four different sets of experimental conditions were designed and conducted to examine the …
Review Of The Fluid Dynamics And Heat Transport Phenomena In Packed Pebble Bed Nuclear Reactors,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Review Of The Fluid Dynamics And Heat Transport Phenomena In Packed Pebble Bed Nuclear Reactors, Rahman S. Almusafir, Ahmed A. Jasim, Muthanna H. Al-Dahhan
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
Knowledge and proper safety analyses of the gas coolant and heat transport mechanism in the dynamic core of packed pebble bed nuclear reactors pose challenges to the reliable design and efficient operation of these reactors. Therefore, this paper carefully reviews most of the gas coolant mixing and heat transport studies performed for the fluid flow and heat transfer processes in packed pebble bed reactors (PBRs). It begins with a brief introduction and description of nuclear PBRs. The second section summarizes the physical characteristics of packed bed reactors in terms of the bed structure (porosity) and its radial and axial distributions. …
Development And Assessment Of Magnetic Fe2o3@Mof-74 Composite Sorbents For Ethylene/Ethane Separation,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Development And Assessment Of Magnetic Fe2o3@Mof-74 Composite Sorbents For Ethylene/Ethane Separation, Khaled Baamran, Kyle Newport, Ali A. Rownaghi, Fateme Rezaei
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
Development of smart sorbents that can be regenerated when triggered by external stimuli such as magnetic field can overcome the poor energy utilization of the current sorbents investigated for light olefins/paraffins separation. In this work, we report the development of novel magnetic sorbents comprising of MOF-74 crystals and superparamagnetic Fe2O3 particles in a core–shell structure, and assessment of their C2H4/C2H6 separation performance. The electromagnetic properties of the materials were tuned by varying the Fe2O3 (Fex) loading (x = 1–20 wt%), and their effects on adsorption …
Techno-Economic And Life Cycle Analyses For A Supercritical Biodiesel Production Process From Waste Cooking Oil For A Plant Located In The Midwest United States,
2023
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Techno-Economic And Life Cycle Analyses For A Supercritical Biodiesel Production Process From Waste Cooking Oil For A Plant Located In The Midwest United States, Prashant Nagapurkar, Joseph D. Smith
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
Existing Literature Lacks Detailed Techno-Economic and Environmental Life Cycle Analyses (TEA-LCA) Focused on Supercritical Biodiesel Production Pathways Produced Via Waste Products. Therefore, in This Work, the TEA-LCA Was Conducted to Generate Supercritical Biodiesel from Waste Cooking Oil for Plants Located in the Midwest Region of USA Having Annual Production Capacities of 10,600 and 128,000 T using Aspen Plus and GREET Software. Two Plant Production Capacities Were Chosen to Capture the Economies of Scale Impact on Biodiesel Manufacture Cost. in the Supercritical Process, Methanol and Propane Were Used as a Cosolvent to Synthesize Biodiesel from Waste Cooking Oil (WCO) at 280 …
Level And Temperature Controlled Vessel,
2023
The University of Akron
Level And Temperature Controlled Vessel, Cameron Macesich
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
Using two Arduino microcontrollers, level and temperature Proportional-Integral control systems for a continuously stirred tank reactor were designed and configured. Open-loop step tests were performed and fitted with First Order Plus Time Delay responses so that controller tuning parameters could be analytically derived. The effectiveness of the designed systems was evaluated by monitoring the response of closed-loop setpoint changes.
Defining The Proper Operating Time For The Septa Extractor,
2023
The University of Akron
Defining The Proper Operating Time For The Septa Extractor, Abigail Jones
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
Anionic polymerizations are a common type of reaction used to produce synthetic rubber. During these reactions, it is necessary to charge initiators, modifiers, and other substances, through pressurized containers that are sealed with rubber septa. These septa prevent oxygen and moisture from entering the pressurized container, and the reactor, though they need to be cleaned before use to remove other impurities. Currently a glass Soxhlet Extractor is used to remove such impurities, and though effective, it has a limited capacity, so it has to run frequently. This limitation led to the commissioning of the Septa Extractor, which is an automated …
Architectural Paint Tank Cleaning,
2023
The University of Akron
Architectural Paint Tank Cleaning, Callie Ruppen
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
Architectural paint is highly susceptible to bacterial contamination, so material preservative ingredients are added during production to prevent bacterial contamination which can lead to wet-state spoilage of paint. In recent years however, paint formulations have reduced or eliminated volatile organic compounds (VOC) and regulations on the use of material preservative ingredients have been increased, reducing the use of traditional material preservatives. As a result, the coating industry must focus on improving microbial control through manufacturing hygiene programs including process tank cleaning and sanitization. While requirements for tank cleaning are clearly outlined in standard operating procedures (SOPs) and internal standards, there …
Utilizing Computer-Aided Molecular Design With Azido-Ester Plasticizers,
2023
The University of Akron
Utilizing Computer-Aided Molecular Design With Azido-Ester Plasticizers, Justin Ebert
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
The goal of this project was to utilize Computer-Aided Molecular Design (CAMD) using the Signature molecular descriptor to inversely design optimized azido-ester plasticizers. Azido-ester plasticizers are used to modify the mechanical properties of propellant and explosive formulations. With the assistance of quantitative structure-property relationships, QSPRs, and two types of constraint equations, these new, novel plasticizers have the potential to possess optimal physical and chemical properties. Properties investigated in this work were decomposition temperature, heat of formation, glass transition temperature, and molecular weight. These properties were chosen for their importance when formulating propellants or explosives. After the filters were applied to …
Cross-Seeding Of Protegin-1 And Amyloid Beta To Inhibit Amyloid Beta Aggregation,
2023
The University of Akron
Cross-Seeding Of Protegin-1 And Amyloid Beta To Inhibit Amyloid Beta Aggregation, Sarah Robinson
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
Amyloid beta (Aβ) is considered a major component in the progression of degenerative disease like Alzheimer’s disease. In an attempt to cure Alzheimer’s before it has presented, this project proposes a study on the effects of protegrin-1 (PG-1) on the aggregation of Aβ. By cross-seeding to form a PG-1- Aβ heterocomplex, it is believed that aggregation of Aβ on the human brain can be inhibited, thus helping to stop the neurodegeneration caused by Alzheimer’s disease. To complete this project, an initial literature review of previous work done by the graduate student leading the project will be completed. After this, experiments …
Techno-Economic Analysis And Optimization Of Hydrogen And Mechanical Energy Storage Systems,
2023
West Virginia University
Techno-Economic Analysis And Optimization Of Hydrogen And Mechanical Energy Storage Systems, Pavitra Senthamilselvan Sengalani
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
The increasing significance of renewable energy sources is thrusting the load cycling of fossil-fueled power plants (FFPP), designed to operate under nominal-load conditions. Integration of energy storage systems (ESS) with the FFPPs such as hydrogen energy storage (HES) and mechanical energy storage facility such as compressed air energy storage (CAES) shows the potential to minimize the levelized cost of electricity during high demand scenarios and also minimize the negative impacts of off-design FFPP operation. The deployment of energy storage facilities at the FFPP level have considerable potential advantages as they can be exploited within the existing equipment items and facilities …
Modular Supply Network Optimization Of Renewable Ammonia And Methanol Co-Production,
2023
West Virginia University
Modular Supply Network Optimization Of Renewable Ammonia And Methanol Co-Production, Benjamin Akoh
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
To reduce the use of fossil fuels and other carbonaceous fuels, renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, geothermal energy have been suggested to be promising alternative energy that guarantee sustainable and clean environment. However, the availability of renewable energy has been limited due to its dependence on weather and geographical location. This challenge is intended to be solved by the utilization of the renewable energy in the production of chemical energy carriers. Hydrogen has been proposed as a potential renewable energy carrier, however, its chemical instability and high liquefaction energy makes researchers seek for other alternative energy carriers. Ammonia …
Optimal Design And Operation Of Integrated Hydrogen Generation And Utilization Plants,
2023
West Virginia University
Optimal Design And Operation Of Integrated Hydrogen Generation And Utilization Plants, Ijiwole Solomon Ijiyinka
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
There are considerable efforts worldwide for reducing the use of fossil fuel for energy production. While renewable energy sources are being increasingly used, fossil fuel still contribute about 80% of the energy used worldwide. As a result, the level of CO2 is still increasing fast in the atmosphere currently exceeding about 410 parts per million (ppm). For reducing CO2 build up in the atmosphere, various approaches are being investigated. For the electric power generation sector, two key approaches are post-combustion CO2 capture and use of hydrogen as a fuel for power generation. These two solutions can also …
State Estimation, Covariance Estimation, And Economic Optimization Of Semi-Batch Bioprocesses,
2023
West Virginia University
State Estimation, Covariance Estimation, And Economic Optimization Of Semi-Batch Bioprocesses, Ronald Hunter Alexander
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
One of the most critical aspects of any chemical process engineer is the ability to gather, analyze, and trust incoming process data as it is often required in control and process monitoring applications. In real processes, online data can be unreliable due to factors such as poor tuning, calibration drift, or mechanical drift. Outside of these sources of noise, it may not be economically viable to directly measure all process states of interest (e.g., component concentrations). While process models can help validate incoming process data, models are often subject to plant-model mismatches, unmodeled disturbances, or lack enough detail to track …
Combustion Characteristics Of Methane, Ethane, Propane, And Butane Blends Under Conditions Relevant Of A Dual-Fuel Diesel And Natural Gas Engine,
2023
West Virginia University
Combustion Characteristics Of Methane, Ethane, Propane, And Butane Blends Under Conditions Relevant Of A Dual-Fuel Diesel And Natural Gas Engine, Christopher Joseph Ulishney
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
As natural gas production infrastructure is already in place in most of the world and will continue expanding for the foreseeable future, natural gas is an alternative to traditional liquid petroleum fuels in heavy-duty engines. Dedicated natural gas or dual-fuel diesel-natural gas heavy-duty engines are alternatives to diesel-only power generation equipment. One challenge is the large variation in the natural gas composition available for such applications, which is known to significantly affect engine’s combustion characteristics and the emissions composition. As the literature on dual-fuel combustion under low load engine operating conditions that use more realistic natural gas mixtures (i.e., mixtures …
Machine Learning Assisted Framework For Advanced Subsurface Fracture Mapping And Well Interference Quantification,
2023
West Virginia University
Machine Learning Assisted Framework For Advanced Subsurface Fracture Mapping And Well Interference Quantification, Mohammad Faiq Adenan
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
The oil and gas industry has historically spent significant amount of capital to acquire large volumes of analog and digital data often left unused due to lack of digital awareness. It has instead relied on individual expertise and numerical modelling for reservoir development, characterization, and simulation, which is extremely time consuming and expensive and inevitably invites significant human bias and error into the equation. One of the major questions that has significant impact in unconventional reservoir development (e.g., completion design, production, and well spacing optimization), CO2 sequestration in geological formations (e.g., well and reservoir integrity), and engineered geothermal systems (e.g., …
Applying Thermal And Microwave Heating For Natural Gas Conversion To Value-Added Chemicals Over Zeolite-Supported Catalysts,
2023
West Virginia University
Applying Thermal And Microwave Heating For Natural Gas Conversion To Value-Added Chemicals Over Zeolite-Supported Catalysts, Ashley Marie Caiola
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
The world’s demand for natural gas has been consistently growing over the past few decades. Natural gas is considered a potential alternative to oil and coal because of its ability to burn cleaner. Although not completely emission-free, it has dominated the energy industry by providing a continuous supply of cheap fuel. Currently, natural gas makes up 41% of North American energy production. The conversion of natural gas to value-added chemicals typically involves the indirect production of synthesis gas (syngas) as an intermediate before the production of the desired product. Steam reforming and partial oxidation are two of the most common …
Microwave-Assisted Ammonia Synthesis Over Cs-Ru/Ceo2 Catalyst,
2023
West Virginia University
Microwave-Assisted Ammonia Synthesis Over Cs-Ru/Ceo2 Catalyst, Alazar Kesete Araia
Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)
Ammonia synthesis is one of the greatest innovations of the 20th century with extensive applications from fertilizers to intermediates for nitrogen-containing chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Annually, more than 242 million tons of ammonia is produced globally, supporting approximately 27% of the world’s population. One of the fast-growing applications for ammonia is as H2 energy carrier due to its high energy storage capacity, considered to be a decarbonized energy source. The low volumetric energy density and incompressibility makes Hydrogen a non-preferable energy carrier; an alternative carrier becomes a requirement. Ammonia possesses unique property as an energy-dense carrier to store and …
