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Facile Synthesis Of Nitrogen-Doped Graphene-Like Active Carbon Materials For High Performance Lithium-Sulfur Battery, Quan-Hua Meng, Wen-Wen Deng, Chang-Ming Li

Journal of Electrochemistry

Lithium-sulphur (Li-S) battery is regarded as a promising energy storage device because of its high theoretical capacity. However, the low S utilization and short cycling life limit the commercial applications. In this work, nitrogen-doped graphene-like carbon (NGC) materials were synthesized by simply pyrolyzing and carbonizing the mixture of melamine (C₃H₆N₆) and L-cysteine (C₃H₇NO₂S). The graphene-like structure in NGC effectively buffered the volume change of S during the discharge/charge process and improved the cycling stability. Meanwhile, nitrogen-containing functional groups in NGC facilitated the transportation of ions and suppressed the …

Using Reactive Dissipative Particle Dynamics To Understand Local Shape Manipulation Of Polymer Vesicles, Qinyu Zhu, Timothy R. Scott, Douglas R. Tree

Faculty Publications

Biological cells have long been of interest to researchers due to their capacity to actively control their shape. Accordingly, there is significant interest in generating simplified synthetic protocells that can alter their shape based on an externally or internally generated stimulus. To date, most progress has been made towards controlling the global shape of a protocell, whereas less is known about generating a local shape change. Here, we seek to better understand the possible mechanisms for producing local morphological changes in a popular protocell system, the block copolymer vesicle. Accordingly, we have combined Dissipative Particle Dynamics (DPD) and the Split …

A Model For The Anodic Carbonization Of Alkaline Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells, Qi-Hao Li, Ying-Ming Wang, Hua-Long Ma, Li Xiao, Gong-Wei Wang, Jun-Tao Lu, Lin Zhuang

Journal of Electrochemistry

The alkaline polymer electrolyte fuel cell (APEFC) has made appreciable progress in recent years but is still suffering performance loss during discharge with air as the oxidant. Several theories have been suggested to interpret the loss. However, efforts are still needed to reach a clear quantitative understanding. Based on the major experimental findings in combination with thermodynamics and kinetics of the reactions involved in the anode, this paper presents a model featuring layered carbonization in the anode and relevant grouped equations. The simulation results generated from the latter are compared with experiments, and possible principles to suppress the performance loss …

Development Of Metallic Nuclear Material Purification Process Via Simultaneous Chlorination And Volatilization, Parker Okabe, Devin Rappleye, Matthew Newton, Michael F. Simpson

Faculty Publications

A purification process involving simultaneous chlorination and volatilization is reported using aluminum, iron, gallium, and uranium separation from cerium metal as the demonstration system. Anhydrous Cl₂ gas was reacted with the metal after it had been converted to small particles of hydride at temperatures ranging from 523 to 973 K. Each of the impurities should form chlorides with relatively high saturated vapor pressures. The objective of the process was to volatilize these chlorides after first achieving near-complete conversion of the metals to hydride and then chlorides. Complete conversion of hydrides to chlorides could not be achieved using …

Mechanisms Of Asymmetric Membrane Formation In Nonsolvent-Induced Phase Separation, Jan Ulric Garcia, Tatsuhiro Iwama, Eva Y. Chan, Douglas R. Tree, Kris T. Delaney, Glenn H. Fredrickson

Faculty Publications

We report the first simulations of nonsolvent-induced phase separation (NIPS) that predict membrane microstructures with graded asymmetric pore size distribution. In NIPS, a polymer solution film is immersed in a nonsolvent bath, enriching the film in nonsolvent, and leading to phase separation that forms a solid polymer-rich membrane matrix and polymer-poor membrane pores. We demonstrate how mass-transfer-induced spinodal decomposition, thermal fluctuations, and glass-transition dynamics—implemented with mobility contrast between the polymer-rich and polymer-poor phases—are essential to the formation of asymmetric membrane microstructures. Specifically, we show that the competition between the propagation of the phase-separation and glass-transition fronts determines the degree of …

Mucilage-Capped Silver Nanoparticles For Glucose Electrochemical Sensing And Fuel Cell Applications, Ziad Khalifa, Moustafa Zahran Dr, Magdy Zahran Prof, Magdi Abdel Azzem Prof

Chemical Engineering

A simple, cost-effective and green mucilage-capped silver nanoparticles (Mucilage-AgNPs) modified glassy carbon electrode (GC) composite was constructed for efficient and facile electrochemical oxidation of glucose for the first time. Mucilage-AgNPs were synthesized through the direct chemical reduction of Ag+ by mucilage extracted from Opuntia ficus-indica. Mucilage-AgNPs were identified and characterized using ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy and square wave voltammetry. Modification of the GC with AgNPs was carried out via a transfer-sticking technique with an immobilization time of 1 h. The Mucilage-AgNPs/GC composite was studied as a possible anode for glucose oxidation in a biofuel cell. The composite resulted in …

Thermostabilization Of Viruses Via Complex Coacervation, Xue Mi, Whitney C. Blocher Mctigue, Pratik Umesh Joshi, Mallory K. Bunker, Caryn L. Heldt, Sarah L. Perry

Michigan Tech Publications, Part 1

Widespread vaccine coverage for viral diseases could save the lives of millions of people each year. For viral vaccines to be effective, they must be transported and stored in a narrow temperature range of 2–8 °C. If temperatures are not maintained, the vaccine may lose its potency and would no longer be effective in fighting disease; this is called the cold storage problem. Finding a way to thermally stabilize a virus and end the need to transport and store vaccines at refrigeration temperatures will increase access to life-saving vaccines. We explore the use of polymer-rich complex coacervates to stabilize viruses. …

Comparison Of Flow Solutions For Naturally Fractured Reservoirs Using Complex Analysis Methods (Cam) And Embedded Discrete Fracture Models (Edfm): Fundamental Design Differences And Improved Scaling Method, Aaditya Khanal, Ruud Weijermars

Jasper Department of Chemical Engineering Faculty Publications and Presentations

The present study compares flow paths in reservoirs with natural fractures, solved with Complex Analysis Methods (CAM), to those solved with Embedded Discrete Fracture Models (EDFM). One aim is to define scaling rules for the strength (flux) of the discrete natural fractures used in CAM models, which was previously theoretically defined based on the expected flow distortion. A major hurdle for quantitative benchmarks of CAM with EDFM results is that each of the two methods accounts for natural fractures with different assumptions and input parameters. For example, EDFM scales the permeability of the natural fractures based on a cubic equation, …

Modification Of Inuline By Iodic Acid, Rakhmanberdiyev Gappar, Ibragimova Кomila, Аxmedov Оliy

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

In order to further modify inulin with drugs, the process of introducing reactive aldehyde groups into the inulin macromolecule was carried out. Aldehyde groups were introduced by oxidizing inulin with iodic acid. The process of oxidation of inulin and cellulose with iodic acid was compared. The quantities of aldehyde groups in the oxidized samples were estimated, their molecular weights were determined, IR spectra were measured, the iodine number of the inulin dialdehyde and their oxidation state were determined.

Synthesis Of 1,2,3-Triazoles Based On Propargyl Ethers Of Carbamate, Djuraev Abdukahhor, Yakubxodjaeva Malika, Ataxodjaeva Matluba, Gaibullaev Oibek

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

By the interaction of propargyl esters of carbamate derivatives with phenylazide, 1,2,3- triazole derivatives were synthesized. Their anti-inflammatory activity was subsequently studied.During the study of biological activity, a relationship was established between the anti- inflammatory activity and the chemical structure in the studied series of 1,2,3-triazole derivatives.

Physical And Chemical Characteristics Of Supramolecular Complexes Of Glycirrizinic Acid With Phytohormones, Djuraev Tulqin, Esanov Rakhmatillo, Gafurov Makhmudjon, Kushiev Khabibjon

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The process of formation of supramolecular complexes of glycyrrhizinic acid with some phytohormones (indolylacetic acid, indolylbutyric acid, α-naphthyl acetic acid and kinetin) were studied with the aim of creation the plant growth stimulator. The complexes structure was studied using IR and UV spectroscopy methods. The prepared compounds described by some physicochemical parameters. The stability constants and stoichiometric composition of complexes were determined in an aqueous solution at pH of 7,2 using UV spectrometry method. In result, all complexes have composition as 1:1 ratio, except the kinetin complex which has 2:1 ratio. The stability constants were equal: KGA:IAA=1,86±1×104; KGA:IBA=2,51±1×103; KGA:NAA =2,70±1×103 …

Study Of The Process For The Removal Of Dyeing Matters Of The Plant Occimum Basilicum L. Lamiaceae, Usmonjonova Khulkar, Atkhamova Saida, Dodaev Kuchkor

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The aim of the work is dedicated isolation of anthocyanins by ethanol from herbal plant of Occimum basilicum L. Lamiaceae basis. The were studied influencing of temperature, concentration of ethanol to isolation of anthocyanins. There were passed investigations on studying influence level of heating and hydromodule system of rav material-solvent to maximal isolating of anthocyanins. The colors define by fotokolorometrical method at wave length 400-600 nm. There are shown at 540 nm maximal peak of anthocyanins and it is geven as a grapfical diagram. From the obtained depends on content of alcohol in aquatic solution from outlet of colors is …

The Research Of Conditions For The Formation Of Phenol Formaldehyde Resins Modified With Hydroxyl Containg Polyether Polyol, Magrupov Farkhad, Umarov Sherali, Tohirov Murodjon, Radjabova Zukhra

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The aim of the study was to study the conditions of copolycondensation of phenol alcohol with hydroxyl-containing polyether polyol in the presence of maleic anhydride chain extender in order to obtain modified thermoset phenolic-formaldehyde oligomers. Investigation of the dependence of the content of free phenol, formaldehyde and methylol groups on time during the synthesis of the modified phenol-formaldehyde resin with the ratios hydroxyl-containing polyether polyol:phenol alcohol 1:60 mol/mol and 1:100 mol/mol. It was revealed that maleic anhydride, present in the reaction medium as a copolycondensation catalyst, also participates in copolycondensation reactions as a chain extender. Moreover, as the molar fraction …

Vinylation By 3,6-Dimetyloctin-4-Diol-3,6 Acetylene, Yusupova Lola, Abdukarimova Saida, Rajabov Rustambek, Khalimova Oygul

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The aim of the research work elaboration of technology of obtaine of acetylene diols and their vinyl ethers. Reaction of formation mono di vinyl ethers as a result vinyl 3,6-dimetyloktin-4-diol-3,6 by acetylene, and also influence of solvents, the catalyst and its quantity, duration of reaction, temperatures is investigated. Are defined speed of reaction. Recommended vinyl 3,6-dimetyloktin-4-diol-3,6 acetylene in the presence of highly basic systems at atmospheric pressure.

Synthesis And Research Of New Heterometal Complexes Cо(Ii), Ni(Ii), Cu(Ii) And Mn(Ii) Based On V(V) And 5-(4-Pyridyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole-2(3h)-Thione Lubricants, Pirimova Mehribon, Kadirova Shakhnoza, Rakhmonоva Dilnoza, Ziyayev Abduhakim

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The oxadiazole derivatives complex compounds with metals are biologically active substances. The aim of the study was to study the interaction of the chlorides of Co (II), Ni (II), Cu (II) and Mn (II) with 5-(4-pyridyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole-2(3H)–thione, ammonium vanadate. Competitive coordination of donor centers, electronic and geometric structures of the ligand molecule were studied on the basis of the quantum-chemical software package Gaussian09 LanL2DZ. It was shown that 5-(4-pyridyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole-2(3H)-thione ligand is partially coordinated through a localized nitrogen or sulfur atoms at formation of the complex. А procedure was developed for the synthesis of new mixed-metal complexes. The composition and structure of …

Study Of Recombinant Protein Fractions From The Bombyx Mori And Pichia Pastoris Using "Native Page" Method, Abdurhakhmanov Jaloliddin, Sasmakov Sobirdjan, Khasanov Shuhrat, Ashirov Оybek

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

We have studied the recombinant protein fractions of ̴ 24-34 kDa obtained from Bombyx mori - silkworm larvae and yeast Pichia pastoris. Fractions, containing the recombinant proteins by gel-electrophoresis using the “Native PAGE” method, which allows for differentiation of proteins according to their natural (surface) charge and conformational properties were studied. The results showed that the recombinant protein fraction from Bombyx mori (̴ 34 kDa) consisted of four components and fraction from Pichia pastoris (̴ 24 kDa) consisted one component. The most optimal conditions for the “Native PAGE”- the main gel: Tris HCl (pH-8.8) 244 mM, Bis-Acrylamide 10%, TEMED 0.08%, …

Pressure-Compensated Temperature Control In Rectification Column, Norkobilov Adham, Turakulov Zafar, Kamolov Azizbek, Talipov Hojiakbar

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The focus of this work is to study the control of a rectification column (RC) for separating n-butane (nC4) and n-pentane (nC5) mixtures. Two control structures based on conventional temperature control (TC) and pressure-compensated control (PTC) structures are studied and compared using Aspentech software. The control performance of TC and PTC are investigated in terms of the control of component purities in both distillate and bottoms streams, under various disturbances in feed and pressure conditions. Due to pressure compensation, PTC is superior to TC in terms of purity and impurity control under disturbances in feed and pressure conditions. Accordingly, simulation …

Research Of Kinetic Characteristics Of The Process Of Decomposition Of Zinc Concentrate With Hydrochloric Acid, Rosilov Mansur, Deng Tianlong, Usmanov Ilham, Samadiy Murodjon

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The aim of the study was the theoretical justification of the kinetic characteristics of the process of producing zinc chloride from zinc concentrate of the Khandiza deposit. For this, the effect of temperature and duration of the process of autoclave zinc extraction in a 28% hydrochloric acid solution was studied at a ratio of Zn: HCI = 1:1.1. Variable parameters were the temperature of 70, 80 and 90 °C and the duration of the leaching process of 6, 8 and 10 hours. The optimal parameters for the production of zinc chloride were determined.

The Study Of The Component Composition Of The Reaction Mixture Containing Formaldehyde Reaction Products, Hurramov Lochinbek, Alimukhamedova Nozima, Adilov Ravshan, Alimukhamedov Muzafar

CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

The aim of this work is to study the effect of the conditions of the reaction of monoethanolamine (Meol) with formaldehyde (FD) on the composition of the reaction mixture. Interaction of monoethanolamine with formaldehyde leads to the formation of N,N’,N”-tris(β-oxyethyl) hexahydro-S-triazine or N,N-bisoxazolidine. The type of final product was determined by the conditions of the reaction and the molar ratio of aminoalcohol:formaldehyde. The chromatogram of the vacuum-distilled final product obtained at the molar ratio of monoethanolamine:formaldehyde=1:1 shows on an individual compound with a retention time of 4.173 s. With increase in the molar ratio of monoethanolamine:formaldehyde=1: 2, the final product …

Integrated Cyberattack Detection And Resilient Control Strategies Using Lyapunov-Based Economic Model Predictive Control, Henrique Oyama, Helen Durand

Chemical Engineering and Materials Science Faculty Research Publications

The use of an integrated system framework, characterized by numerous cyber/physical components (sensor measurements, signals to actuators) connected through wired/wireless networks, has not only increased the ability to control industrial systems, but also the vulnerabilities to cyberattacks. State measurement cyberattacks could pose threats to process control systems since feedback control may be lost if the attack policy is not thwarted. Motivated by this, we propose three detection concepts based on Lyapunov‐based economic model predictive control (LEMPC) for nonlinear systems. The first approach utilizes randomized modifications to an LEMPC formulation online to potentially detect cyberattacks. The second method detects attacks when …

Improving Student Preparedness For Entering The Workforce: A Hands-On Experience In Project Management For A Graduate-Level Protein Engineering Class, Nuttanit Pramounmat, Julie N. Renner

Faculty Scholarship

A hands-on polypeptide engineering experience that focuses on project management was developed and incorporated in a graduate-level course. The goal was to have doctoral students in chemical engineering learn about project planning tools, and experience what it might be like to plan and execute a project in industry or business. The motivation behind this goal was to help students best-utilize their technical skills in the private sector, where 42% of doctoral recipients in science and engineering work.

Water-Soluble Graphene In Agar Gel As Electrolyte For Magnesium-Air Battery, Liew Siaw Ying

Student Works (2020-2029)

Presently, ever-increasing demands on energy and the global environmental issues have given the impetus to investigate the new battery systems which are inexpensive, efficient, having high performance, and also green to the environment. Among all the battery technologies, magnesium-air (Mg-air) battery is an attractive battery to be developed owing to the interesting properties of the Mg anode. Mg has high specific energy (6.46 kWh kg-1) and reactivity, apart from its high abundance, lower cost, low toxicity, and comparatively safe to handle in the atmosphere. Nevertheless, Mg-air battery is still not being widely investigated as compared to the other batteries. Electrolyte …

A Mathematical Framework For Estimating Risk Of Airborne Transmission Of Covid-19 With Application To Face Mask Use And Social Distancing, Rajat Mittal, Charles Meneveau, Wen Wu

Faculty and Student Publications

© 2020 Author(s). A mathematical model for estimating the risk of airborne transmission of a respiratory infection such as COVID-19 is presented. The model employs basic concepts from fluid dynamics and incorporates the known scope of factors involved in the airborne transmission of such diseases. Simplicity in the mathematical form of the model is by design so that it can serve not only as a common basis for scientific inquiry across disciplinary boundaries but it can also be understandable by a broad audience outside science and academia. The caveats and limitations of the model are discussed in detail. The model …

Novel Application Of Graphene Oxide Based-Biosensor Utilizing Crispr/Dcas9 For Rapid Detection Of Antibiotic Resistance Genes, Joel Omage

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest public health challenges globally. To combat this threat, we have designed a method for the facile and rapid detection of antibiotic resistance gene (ARG) in bacteria. We utilized an emerging tool termed the clusters of regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR) in complex with deactivated CRISPR associated proteins (dCas9) on conjugated 2-dimensional graphene oxide (GO) sheets. Nuclease-deactivated Cas9 in complex with customized single guided RNA (sgRNA) was used for the target DNA recognition. The sgRNA was easy to design and we demonstrated that it is complementary to its target sequence by performing a …

A Simplified Method For Experimentally Quantifying Crude Oil Swelling During Immiscible Carbon Dioxide Injection, Sherif Fakher, Abdulmohsin Imqam

Geosciences and Geological and Petroleum Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works

Immiscible carbon dioxide (CO₂) injection is one of the highly applied enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods due to its high oil recovery potential and its ability to store CO₂ in the reservoir. The main mechanism of immiscible CO₂ injection is oil swelling. Generally, oil swelling is measured experimentally or measured using modeling methods. This research conducts oil swelling experiments using a simplified method in order to easily and accurately measure oil swelling and determines some of the most significant factors that may impact oil swelling during CO₂ injection. The impact of varying CO₂ injection …

Preparation And Analysis Of Cement Bricks Based On Rice Straw, Hend Ahmed, Ibrahim M. Ibrahim, M. A. Radwan, M. A. Sadek, Hany A. Elazab

Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works

In Egypt, rice straw is burnt as an easy and the cheap method to get rid of it leads to making a giant black cloud covers Cairo and southern delta governorates. Main purpose of this research is to produce green brick of cement and in-expensive agriculture waste (rice straw) with law price and good characteristics of thermal insulation and acoustic resistance. Different samples of cement brick based on rice straw of many percentages were prepared. First, select best mixture of concrete brick before adding rice straw after preparing and leave for curing time. Then, rice straw is added with various …

Volume Frequency Response Method For Determining Mass Transfer Mechanisms Of O2 In Carbon Molecular Sieve 3k172, Olivia Smithson

Theses and Dissertations

Carbon molecular sieves (CMS) have grown more desirable over the years as an adsorbent for industrial separation processes as CMS technology has advanced. CMS is commonly used in nitrogen inerting (i.e, oxygen removal from air), carbon dioxide removal from methane and oxygen purification. However, knowledge of the dynamic behavior of these gases on CMS is needed to design and operate efficient and effective separation processes. For this reason, the mass transfer resistances within the micropore at both low and high frequencies were characterized using frequency response, COMSOL Multiphysics modeling, and MATLAB optimization , because frequency response methods have demonstrated the …

Hydrogenation Of Dimethyl Oxalate To Ethylene Glycol Over Silica Supported Copper Catalysts, Xinbin Yu

Theses and Dissertations

Ethylene glycol is a bulk chemical and hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate (DMO) on Cu/SiO2 catalysts is the final reaction step in a growing industrial syngas to ethylene glycol (StEG) process. Efforts to improve the performance of the catalysts are still ongoing and the detailed catalytic mechanism remains controversial.

In the present work, a series of 10 wt% Cu/SiO₂ is prepared.by urea hydrolysis method and indium species is introduced by incipient wetness impregnation. Reaction studies show that 0.25 wt%-0.5 wt% of indium species can dramatically enhance the performance of 10 wt% Cu/SiO₂ catalyst. Various characterizations reveal that indium species …

Mathematical Modeling Of Lithium-Sulfur Batteries, Niloofar Kamyab

Theses and Dissertations

Energy storage market transformed by utilization of lithium-ion batteries, will demand high and affordable deliverable energy in the near future which it would be impossible for the current employed technologies to meet those needs Among new generation of lithium batteries, high theoretical energy density, good low-temperature performance, and abundance of inexpensive nontoxic raw material, make the lithium-sulfur batteries (LiS) a promising candidate to outperform the current lithium-ion batteries and transform the technology of the future. However, the problems and challenges that LiS batteries are currently facing with, which stem from the inherent complex mechanism of these cells, are hindering their …

Anti-Collision Planning Optimization In Directional Wells, Abdulrahman Mohamed

Petroleum Engineering and Gas

One of the most application of the directional drilling is drilling multiple wells from one location or platform. In drilling multiple wells from one location the major problem that faced is avoiding the collision with the offset wells that drilled near the proposed well in the same region. Therefore, the potential of collison between the wells can cause severe catastrophic accidents such as an explosion or oil spill. Several measurements of proximity calculation or methods have been adopted to control the distance between the wells, avoid the collison, increasing the clearance along with smoothing the trajectory, Reducing the drilling time …