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Regeneration Of Carbon Dioxide-Rich Amines Via Mineralization, Tanasorn Thumpanisakool Jan 2024

Regeneration Of Carbon Dioxide-Rich Amines Via Mineralization, Tanasorn Thumpanisakool

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Carbon dioxide (CO2) a major driver of the increasing greenhouse effect, making the development of CO2 capture and utilization technologies. Although monoethanolamine (MEA) is a highly efficient sorbent, the energy cost of its thermal regeneration remains a significant challenge. This thesis investigates a low-energy regeneration route for MEA based on mineralized CO2. Especially, the study systematically investigates the effects of MEA concentration, calcium source selection, and amine regeneration mechanisms. A 5 M MEA solution achieved a CO2 loading capacity up to 2.9 mol/L. However, mineralization with CaSO4 alone resulted in irreversible MEA protonation and poor reusability. Mechanistic analysis revealed that …


Design And Development Of A Sustainable Ethylene Glycol Production Process Via Electrochemical Co2 Reduction, Nichapat Leelalertwong Jan 2024

Design And Development Of A Sustainable Ethylene Glycol Production Process Via Electrochemical Co2 Reduction, Nichapat Leelalertwong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Addressing the critical issue of rising atmospheric CO2 concentrations and their impact on climate change necessitates innovative technological solutions. This study presents a novel and sustainable method for producing ethylene glycol, commonly used in antifreeze, polyester, and various industrial applications, through electrochemical CO2 reduction, offering a lower environmental impact compared to conventional coal-based or biomass-based processes. This process is known as the "OCEAN" technique, which utilizes oxalic acid as a key intermediate to enhance efficiency and minimize unwanted byproducts. The process was simulated in Aspen Plus to evaluate both technological performance and environmental impact. CO2 is converted to oxalic acid …


Development Of Calcium Oxide Sorbent From Waste Natural Materials For Co2 Capture, Muhammad Dody Isnaini Jan 2024

Development Of Calcium Oxide Sorbent From Waste Natural Materials For Co2 Capture, Muhammad Dody Isnaini

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study aims to develop calcium oxide (CaO) sorbents for carbon oxide (CO2) capture by using various waste natural materials: eggshells, crab shells, and green mussel shells. These natural materials were used as precursors for the synthesis of CaO sorbents using the citric acid-assisted sol-gel method. Various characterization techniques, including N2 physisorption, XRD, XRF, CO2-TPD, TG/DTG, and FE-SEM, were performed to assess the physicochemical and thermal properties of the synthesized sorbents. The sorbent is investigated for its CO2 adsorption and recycle ability, as it has been a major issue for large-scale deployment of cyclic CO2 capture technology. This study also …


Design And Multi-Objective Optimization Of Methanol Reforming, High-Temperature Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell And Organic Rankine Cycle Integrated System, Supawat Taweekayujan Jan 2024

Design And Multi-Objective Optimization Of Methanol Reforming, High-Temperature Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell And Organic Rankine Cycle Integrated System, Supawat Taweekayujan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The growing demand for electricity across all sectors has led researchers to focus on developing advanced electric generation technologies that offer high performance and are environmentally friendly. This study presents the design and multi-objective optimization of an integrated system combining sorption-enhanced chemical looping reforming of methanol (SECL-OSRM), high-temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells (HT-PEMFCs), and a Recuperative-Regenerative Organic Rankine Cycle (RR-ORC). The hybrid system was simulated using Aspen Plus, focusing on energy, exergy, and exergoeconomic analyses. Sensitivity analyses of SECL-OSRM and ORC subsystems were performed to identify optimal operating conditions and working fluids. A Box-Behnken design of experiments approach generated …


Uv-Vulcanized Natural Rubber Grafted With Methyl Methacrylate For Production Of Ultrafine Fully Vulcanized Natural Rubber Powder, Torntawat Kiratiphongwut Jan 2024

Uv-Vulcanized Natural Rubber Grafted With Methyl Methacrylate For Production Of Ultrafine Fully Vulcanized Natural Rubber Powder, Torntawat Kiratiphongwut

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This research aimed to develop ultrafine fully vulcanized powdered natural rubbers (UFPNRs). The preparation process began with grafting methyl methacrylate (MMA) monomers onto natural rubber particles, followed by UV irradiation using an acrylate-based coagent and a photoinitiator. The final product was dried using a spray-drying technique. The successful grafting of MMA onto the natural rubber particles was confirmed using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). At a monomer concentration of 15 parts per hundred parts of dry rubber weight (phr), the highest grafting efficiency of 89 ± 0.7% was achieved. The research investigated the use of acrylate …


Electrochemical Regeneration Of Spent Monoethanolamine Solution After Carbon Dioxide Capture And Mineralization By Calcium Sulfate Addition, Nathaporn Kenbubpha Jan 2024

Electrochemical Regeneration Of Spent Monoethanolamine Solution After Carbon Dioxide Capture And Mineralization By Calcium Sulfate Addition, Nathaporn Kenbubpha

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is widely recognized as the primary greenhouse gas (GHG) driving global warming. Since the onset of the Industrial Revolution around 1850, the average atmospheric concentration of CO2 has steadily increased, reaching approximately 426 ppm as of March 2025. As a result, Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) has become a critical approach to mitigate this issue. Monoethanolamine (MEA) solution is widely used in various industries to capture CO2; however, the regeneration of MEA remains a challenge due to the high energy demands associated with the conventional stripping method, which requires boiling the solution. This study successfully developed …


การวิเคราะห์เปรียบเทียบแบบจำลองแบบดั้งเดิม แบบจำลองการเรียนรู้ของเครื่อง และแบบจำลองผสมสำหรับการทำนายสภาวะการทำงานของหอกลั่นเพนเทน-เฮกเซนที่มีจำนวนข้อมูลจำกัด, จิรภัทร ร่มแก้ว Jan 2024

การวิเคราะห์เปรียบเทียบแบบจำลองแบบดั้งเดิม แบบจำลองการเรียนรู้ของเครื่อง และแบบจำลองผสมสำหรับการทำนายสภาวะการทำงานของหอกลั่นเพนเทน-เฮกเซนที่มีจำนวนข้อมูลจำกัด, จิรภัทร ร่มแก้ว

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

กระบวนการกลั่นเป็นกระบวนการที่นิยมใช้เป็นอย่างมากในอุตสาหกรรมเคมีซึ่งเป็นกระบวนการที่ใช้ค่าดำเนินการสูง การปรับสภาวะการดำเนินการของหอกลั่นสามารถช่วยให้ลดค่าดำเนินการที่ใช้ได้ แบบจำลองโดยการเรียนรู้ของเครื่อง (Machine learning model) สามารถนำมาใช้ในการช่วยเลือกสภาวะการดำเนินการได้และมีการนำมาประยุกต์ใช้ในสายงานวิศวกรรมเคมีอย่างแพร่หลายแต่กลับยังไม่มีการศึกษาถึงอัลกอริทึมของแบบจำลองที่เหมาะสมกับหอกลั่นรวมถึงจำนวนข้อมูลขั้นต่ำที่จำเป็นต้องใช้ในการสร้างแบบจำลอง วิทยานิพนธ์ฉบับนี้มีจุดประสงค์เพื่อศึกษาช่องว่างดังกล่าวและผลของการผสมข้อมูลระหว่างข้อมูลจริงกับข้อมูลสร้างที่ถูกสร้างขึ้นโดยแบบจำลองแบบดั้งเดิม (Conventional model) โดยใช้หอกลั่นแยกเพนเทนและเฮกเซนเป็นข้อมูล มีการเปรียบเทียบกับแบบจำลองแบบดั้งเดิมผ่านโปรแกรมที่นิยมใช้เพื่อเป็นเกณฑ์ในการตัดสินความน่าเชื่อถือของแบบจำลองโดยการเรียนรู้ของเครื่อง อัลกอริทึมที่นำมาศึกษามีด้วยกันสี่อัลกอริทึมได้แก่ การถดถอยแบบเคอร์เนล ริดจ์ (Kernel ridge regression) เคเนียร์เรสเนเบอร์ (k-Nearest neighbor) ต้นไม้การตัดสินใจ (Decision tree) และโครงข่ายประสาทเทียม (Artificial neural network) อัลกอริทึมที่เหมาะสมกับชุดข้อมูลหอกลั่นมากที่สุดคือโครงข่ายประสาทเทียมซึ่งมีความซับซ้อนในแบบจำลองมากที่สุดทำให้สามารถเรียนรู้ความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างตัวแปรในข้อมูลหอกลั่นได้โดยความแม่นยำจะเพิ่มขึ้นตามจำนวนข้อมูลฝึกที่ใช้ เมื่อนำข้อมูลสร้างที่มีความแม่นยำใกล้เคียงกับข้อมูลจริงผสมกับข้อมูลจริงจะสามารถเพิ่มความแม่นยำของแบบจำลองโดยการเรียนรู้ของเครื่องในกรณีที่มีจำนวนข้อมูลจริงน้อยได้


Graphene Quantum Dot Spray-Coated Indium Tin Oxide Electrode For Fe3+ Detection, Firadao Bennui Jan 2024

Graphene Quantum Dot Spray-Coated Indium Tin Oxide Electrode For Fe3+ Detection, Firadao Bennui

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Ferric ion (Fe3+) contamination in water sources poses significant risks, making reliable detection technologies essential. In this study, electrochemical sensors were developed by spray-coating Graphene quantum dots (GQDs) on indium tin oxide (ITO) electrodes to enhance Fe3+ detection in aqueous systems. The performance of Assembly GQDs and GQDs on ITO electrodes was compared, and the electrochemical sensing of Fe3+ was investigated. GC-358 exhibited a 3D structure with aggregated particles and high electroconductivity, while CLS-3 showed a broad absorption peak around 300 nm and green photoluminescence at 505 nm due to carboxyl groups. Cyclic voltammetry showed the highest current response for …


Process Optimization Of Bioactive Compound Extraction From Aloe Vera Leaf Skin Using Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents: An Integrated Computational-Experimental Approach, Sopita Chanmee Jan 2024

Process Optimization Of Bioactive Compound Extraction From Aloe Vera Leaf Skin Using Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents: An Integrated Computational-Experimental Approach, Sopita Chanmee

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study aimed to evaluate the efficiency of environmentally friendly natural eutectic solvents (NADESs) for the extraction of bioactive compounds from Aloe vera leaf skin (AVLS) in comparison with conventional solvents, namely water and 80% ethanol. The experiment used NADES based on choline chloride with four hydrogen bonding agents (HBDs), namely xylose, glycerol, propylene glycol and lactic acid. The results showed that ChCl:Xy gave the highest phenolic compounds content, while ChCl:La gave the highest anthraquinone content and antioxidant activity as tested by DPPH and FRAP. COSMO-RS and sigma profile analyses revealed the molecular interactions affecting the extraction efficiency, which showed …


Effect Of Graphene Nanoplatelets Addition During Electroless Plating Of Abs On The Quantity Of Pdcl2 Usage For Copper-Nickel-Chromium Coated Abs, Wantana Chuakamhod Jan 2024

Effect Of Graphene Nanoplatelets Addition During Electroless Plating Of Abs On The Quantity Of Pdcl2 Usage For Copper-Nickel-Chromium Coated Abs, Wantana Chuakamhod

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) with chromium coating is widely used in applications requiring high strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal, such as automotive parts, electronics, appliances, sanitary fixtures, and decorative consumer goods. Before electroplating, nickel electroless plating is applied to ABS to create a conductive base, but this process traditionally relies on palladium (Pd), a costly material. This research explores reducing Pd usage by incorporating graphene into the plating bath, enabling a decrease in Pd concentration from the industrial standard of 16-25 ppm to just 6 ppm with the addition of 15 mg/L of graphene. The Ni-coated ABS achieved an electrical …


Simulation On Acid Gas Removal From Natural Gas Processing With Membrane And Absorption Process, Ratikorn Sornumpol Jan 2024

Simulation On Acid Gas Removal From Natural Gas Processing With Membrane And Absorption Process, Ratikorn Sornumpol

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The comparison using simulations of CO₂ removal from natural gas via membrane separation and monoethanolamine (MEA) absorption has been studied. The membrane model is applied with the single- and two-stage configurations over feed pressures 3,000–9,000 kPa, temperatures 10–59 °C, CO₂ concentrations 20–70 mol %, membrane areas 2,500–5,500 m², and flows 331,800–580,600 m³/h. At 10 °C feed temperature, CO₂ permeability is enhanced while CH₄ selectivity improves slightly, increasing CO₂ capture efficiency up to 74 % with only minor methane losses, though at the cost of higher refrigeration duty. The 10 °C operation also leads to stronger driving force across the membrane, …


Process Simulation And Techno-Economic Evaluation Of Free Lutein Production From Marigold Flowers, Yada Meayrin Jan 2024

Process Simulation And Techno-Economic Evaluation Of Free Lutein Production From Marigold Flowers, Yada Meayrin

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Lutein is a carotenoid widely recognized for its health benefits, including improved vision, cognitive function, and prevention of age-related diseases. This study presents a comprehensive techno-economic and environmental assessment of three crude free lutein production processes using marigold flowers (Tagetes erecta L.) at a processing capacity of 74 tons/year, modeled in Asplen Plus V.11. The evaluated processes include sequential extraction and de-esterification (SQP) using hexane (HEX) or liquefied dimethyl ether (LiqDME), and a one-step simultaneous extraction and de-esterification (SMP) using LiqDME. Among these, the SMP-DME process demonstrated the best performance, with a net present value (NPV) of 146.98 million US$, …


Arsenic Removal From Synthetic Produced Water Using Ionic Extractants And Vegetable Oils Via Hollow Fiber Supported Liquid Membrane, Natthawan Srinam Jan 2024

Arsenic Removal From Synthetic Produced Water Using Ionic Extractants And Vegetable Oils Via Hollow Fiber Supported Liquid Membrane, Natthawan Srinam

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This thesis presents the separation of arsenic from water derived from synthetic petroleum production using a hollow fiber supported liquid membrane (HFSLM) system. The membrane system incorporates an ionic liquid extractant and a vegetable oil-based diluent. The study began with the selection of suitable extractants and diluents, followed by experimental design to determine optimal operating conditions using response surface methodology (RSM). Box-Behnken Design (BBD) and Central Composite Face-Centered Design (FCCD) were employed, and the data were analyzed through analysis of variance (ANOVA). Kinetic and thermodynamic studies revealed that the HFSLM system could achieve arsenic extraction and stripping efficiencies of up …


Aluminium-Doped And Carbon-Supported Zinc Oxide Ternary Composite Electrodes For Supercapacitor Applications, Abdulkadeem Sanni Jan 2024

Aluminium-Doped And Carbon-Supported Zinc Oxide Ternary Composite Electrodes For Supercapacitor Applications, Abdulkadeem Sanni

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Developing high-performance supercapacitor electrodes requires materials with optimized electrical conductivity, surface area, morphology, energy density, and cyclability. Herein, we report a facile hydrothermal synthesis of carbon nanotubes (CNTs)-supported Al-doped ZnO@CuO composite. Structural characterization reveals that Al doping and CuO incorporation can transform ZnO nanoflakes into nanorod/nanoflower heterostructures. The electrochemical analysis of the quaternary composite in a mixed electrolyte containing 2 M KOH, 0.2 M KFC, and 0.2 M KI exhibits a specific capacitance of 1860 F/g at 1 mV/s. The fabricated asymmetric supercapacitor (ASC) yields an energy density of 36 Wh/kg, a power density of 3502.8 W/kg at 30 mA/g, …


Detection And Replacement Of States With Spikes And Noise By Long Short-Term Memory Models Or Neural Networks, Ittikorn Yutto Jan 2024

Detection And Replacement Of States With Spikes And Noise By Long Short-Term Memory Models Or Neural Networks, Ittikorn Yutto

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Spike signals are impulsive disturbances with high amplitude occurring over a very short duration. They are typically caused by external factors such as temperature fluctuations, vibrations, or sensor inaccuracies, leading to erroneous measurements and potential degradation of control system performance. This study aims to develop a Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) model for detecting and replacing spike signals in a second-order system. The model was trained and validated using datasets contaminated with spike signals of varying amplitudes. Experimental results demonstrated that the proposed model could suppress spike amplitudes by up to 99.79%, with a minimum reduction of 92.42% and an average …


Development Of Quaternized Poly(Vinyl Alcohol)/Chitosan/Two-Dimensional Molybdenum Disulfide Anion Exchange Membrane As A Separator For Electrochemical Processes, Nuttapon Suppanucroa Jan 2024

Development Of Quaternized Poly(Vinyl Alcohol)/Chitosan/Two-Dimensional Molybdenum Disulfide Anion Exchange Membrane As A Separator For Electrochemical Processes, Nuttapon Suppanucroa

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

In response to the global shift toward the expansion of large-scale energy storage systems (ESSs), secondary zinc-air batteries (ZABs) have attracted significant attention as promising candidates for next-generation batteries due to their high energy density, cost-effectiveness, and safety. However, their long-term practical application is hindered by several challenges associated with the membrane separator, including the formation of resistive zinc oxide layers and low hydroxide-ion conductivity. These limitations are attributed to poor ion-selectivity, which impedes electrochemical reactions and degrades battery performance. To address these issues, this study developed a series of innovative membrane separators featuring quaternary ammonium (QA)-functionalized polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), …


Hydrogen Production From Glycerol Using Sorption Enhanced Chemical Looping Steam Reforming With Multifunctional Pellet Catalyst, Talita Nimmas Jan 2024

Hydrogen Production From Glycerol Using Sorption Enhanced Chemical Looping Steam Reforming With Multifunctional Pellet Catalyst, Talita Nimmas

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

In this study, the synthesis of a pellet-scale material for hydrogen (H₂) production from glycerol via the Sorption Enhanced Chemical Looping Steam Reforming (SE-CL-SGR) process was investigated. The research focuses on material synthesis, performance enhancement, and the economic and environmental advantages of the developed material. Among the synthesis methods compared, the Stepwise Calcination process demonstrated the best performance, producing structurally stable and mechanically robust pellets. The optimal CaO/support mass ratio for the Ni-supported material (15Ni(70Ca.30Support)) was found to achieve 90% v/v H₂ purity with a pre-breakthrough time of approximately 75 minutes. Rare-earth metal oxides (CeO₂, La₂O₃) addition also improved mechanical …


Lead-Free Perovskite/Metal Oxide Heterojunction Photocatalyst For Sustainable Toluene Oxidation, Zakarya Hazaea Jan 2024

Lead-Free Perovskite/Metal Oxide Heterojunction Photocatalyst For Sustainable Toluene Oxidation, Zakarya Hazaea

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

An important field of study is the ecologically benign synthesis of useful compounds such as benzaldehyde and benzyl alcohol from the organic contaminant toluene. Lead-free halide perovskites are excellent options for photocatalysis due to their exceptional photoelectric properties. Nonetheless, they have notable challenges, such as fast charge recombination and ineffective charge separation. In this work, we present a simple anti-solvent technique to create a heterojunction between lead-free halide perovskite Cs2AgBiBr6 (CABB) with Cu2O and Cu-Cu2O. This combination facilitates the photocatalytic activation of C(sp3)−H bonds, which in turn increases the oxidation of toluene. The Cu2O and Cu-Cu2O creating a Z-scheme heterojunction …


Photocatalytic Efficiency Of Graphene Quantum Dots Incorporated With Tio2 Under Visible Light For Degradation Of Organic Dye, Ilada Sanprasert Jan 2024

Photocatalytic Efficiency Of Graphene Quantum Dots Incorporated With Tio2 Under Visible Light For Degradation Of Organic Dye, Ilada Sanprasert

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The rapid industrialization and increased use of organic dyes for production in many industries have led to extensive environmental pollution concerns. At present, photocatalytic dye degradation is an outstanding environmentally friendly process for removal and treatment of organic dyes from water pollutants that cause no harm to the environment. In this research, we investigated the performance of different crystallographic structure of TiO2 (anatase, rutile, and mixed anatase/rutile P25 TiO2) under visible light irradiation. Furthermore, the TiO2 was modified using graphene quantum dots to evaluate their effect on photocatalytic efficiency. The characterization results of the GQDs/TiO2 photocatalyst composites demonstrated that GQDs …


Molecular Dynamics Investigation Of Fluorine-Free Electrolytes For Sodium-Ion Batteries, Phitchapa Ausamanwet Zijdemans Jan 2024

Molecular Dynamics Investigation Of Fluorine-Free Electrolytes For Sodium-Ion Batteries, Phitchapa Ausamanwet Zijdemans

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are a promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries due to the abundance and low cost of sodium. However, conventional SIB electrolytes often rely on fluorine-based salts, contributing to the formation of persistent and environmentally harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs). This study employs molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to investigates the properties of fluorine-free electrolytes for SIBs, focusing on the solvation structure and dynamics of sodium ions (Na+) in bulk electrolytes and at the inner solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) for SIBs. Sodium perchlorate (NaClO4) at a concentration of 1 M was examined in glyme solvents with varying chain lengths, …


Preliminary Remote Identification Of Unstable Zone On Large-Scale Waste Dump At Mae Moh Mine Using Insar Technique, Chitra Buth Jan 2024

Preliminary Remote Identification Of Unstable Zone On Large-Scale Waste Dump At Mae Moh Mine Using Insar Technique, Chitra Buth

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Mae Moh Mine is one of the largest lignite mine in Southeast Asia, operated by the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT). It is located in the northern part of Thailand, in Mae Moh district, Lampang province. In March 2018, a significant sliding incidence occurred at a waste dump site with sliding area of 1.56 km2 approximately, highlighting the pressing issue of instability within this large-scale waste dump area. This study aims to address this concern in the future and demonstrate an innovative method for investigating the failure by employing Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR) technology. The methodology involves the …


Synthesis Of Carbon Nanomaterials From Sale Gas Using Nimo/Mgo Catalyst, Ahsan Khan Jan 2024

Synthesis Of Carbon Nanomaterials From Sale Gas Using Nimo/Mgo Catalyst, Ahsan Khan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study aims to convert greenhouse gases into valuable nanomaterials as a sustainable way to capture and utilize carbon. It examines the synthesis of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) from a methane-ethane mixture (sale gas) with CO₂ added in different reactor setups. A NiMo/MgO catalyst was used to enhance CNT growth. Nickel and molybdenum act as active sites, facilitating to break carbon bonds and supporting CNT formation. The addition of CO₂ promotes dry reforming, which enhances syngas production and influences CNT properties. Factors like gas composition, CO₂ presence, and reactor type affect CNT structure and yield. Extended reaction times improved graphitization, creating …


The Effects Of Uv-Radiation On The Removal Of Microplastics In Water Using Agglomeration-Micro-Flotation, Palot Srichonphaisarn Jan 2024

The Effects Of Uv-Radiation On The Removal Of Microplastics In Water Using Agglomeration-Micro-Flotation, Palot Srichonphaisarn

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Microplastics, plastic particles with diameter 1 micrometer to 5 millimeters, can disturb marine ecosystems due to their small size and surface properties which can be a carrier for hazardous matters. While wastewater treatment plants could remove some microplastics but some of them remain. Among the various removal techniques, flotation is a potential method due to the hydrophobic nature of microplastics. This study investigates the effects of ultraviolet radiation on the surface wettability of microplastics and removal efficiency of microplastics. The 6 types of microplastics were prepared from plastic boards. After the ultraviolet radiation, the results showed that ultraviolet radiation could …


Effect Of Zeolite Support Of Nickel-Copper Catalyst On Conversion Of Palm Oil To Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Natnicha Ritmun Jan 2024

Effect Of Zeolite Support Of Nickel-Copper Catalyst On Conversion Of Palm Oil To Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Natnicha Ritmun

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is increasingly recognized as a critical alternative for reducing the environmental impact of the aviation industry, which is a significant source of global greenhouse gas emissions. SAF production primarily utilizes vegetable oils as feedstock rather than biomass, due to their low functional group content and chemical structure that closely resembles that of fossil fuels. This research focuses on the development of bimetallic catalysts made from nickel, with copper as promoters, supported on various zeolites including SAPO-11, Zeolite Y, and Zeolite ZSM-5. The chemical and physical properties of these catalysts were analyzed using several techniques, including X-ray …


Methanol Production Via Co2 Hydrogenation In Gas Phase With 1-Propanol Assisted In Fixed Bed Reactor, Narakorn Ninkaew Jan 2024

Methanol Production Via Co2 Hydrogenation In Gas Phase With 1-Propanol Assisted In Fixed Bed Reactor, Narakorn Ninkaew

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The methanol synthesis from CO2 hydrogenation reaction using 1-propanol alcohol was selected to solvent involved in the new reaction pathway with CO2 and H2 as reactants in a gas phase fixed bed reactor. To study the effect of temperature at 160-230 °C, space velocity (GHSV) at 60-592 h-1, the mole ratio of 1 propanol to CO2 at 0-1.25, H2 to CO2 mole ratio of 5 and a pressure of 30 bar. From the experiment, the mole ratio of 1 propanol to CO2 at 1, the temperature of 170 °C and the space velocity of 420 h-1. It was found that …


การผลิตเมทานอลจากปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของแก๊สคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์ที่มีเอทานอลในสภาวะแก๊สที่เครื่องปฏิกรณ์แบบเบดนิ่ง, ชนาภัทร บุญประคม Jan 2024

การผลิตเมทานอลจากปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของแก๊สคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์ที่มีเอทานอลในสภาวะแก๊สที่เครื่องปฏิกรณ์แบบเบดนิ่ง, ชนาภัทร บุญประคม

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

เมทานอลเป็นวัตถุดิบเคมีตั้งต้นที่สำคัญสำหรับอุตสาหกรรมเคมี อุตสาหกรรมยา อุตสาหกรรมเครื่องใช้ไฟฟ้า ในวิทยานิพนธ์นี้จึงมีความสนใจในการศึกษาผลของเอทานอลในการผลิตเมทานอลจากปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของแก๊สคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์ที่มีเอทานอลในสภาวะแก๊สที่เครื่องปฏิกรณ์แบบเบดนิ่ง สำหรับการศึกษาผลของเอทานอล แบ่งการศึกษาออกเป็น 3 ขั้นตอนหลัก ได้แก่ การศึกษาเส้นทางการเกิดปฏิกิริยา การตรวจสอบปัจจัยที่มีผลต่อการผลิตเมทานอล และการคำนวณที่สภาวะสมดุลด้วยโปรแกรม Aspen Plus การศึกษาภายใต้สมมติฐานว่า การเพิ่มเอทานอลในการผลิตเมทานอลจากปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของแก๊สคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์ จะสามารถทำให้ผลิตเมทานอลได้ดีที่อุณหภูมิต่ำ ผลการศึกษาพบว่า การเพิ่มเอทานอลในกระบวนการเปลี่ยนเส้นทางปฏิกิริยา ทำให้เกิดเอทธิลฟอร์เมทเป็นตัวกลางในการสร้างเมทานอล การศึกษาอุณหภูมิ พบว่า การลดอุณหภูมิช่วยให้ปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์เป็นเอทิลฟอร์เมตและปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของเอทิลฟอร์เมตเป็นเมทานอลและเอทานอลมีประสิทธิภาพมากขึ้น อีกทั้งยังสามารถช่วยลดการเกิดปฏิกิริยาข้างเคียง ทั้งนี้ สันนิษฐานได้ว่าเอทานอลที่ถูกเติมเข้ามามีผลในการแย่งจับตำแหน่งออกฤทธิ์ (active site) บนตัวเร่งปฏิกิริยา ทำให้การเกิดปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของคาร์บอนมอนอกไซด์ที่อุณหภูมิ 200 และ 230 องศาเซลเซียสไม่สามารถทำได้อย่างมีประสิทธิภาพ นอกจากนี้ การศึกษาของการเพิ่มความเร็วเชิงพื้นที่พบว่า ค่าร้อยละการเปลี่ยนแปลงคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์และค่าร้อยละผลผลิตของเมทานอลลดลง เนื่องจากลดเวลาสัมผัสระหว่างสารตั้งต้นกับตำแหน่งที่เกิดปฏิกิริยาของตัวเร่งปฏิกิริยา ส่งผลให้สารตั้งต้นสัมผัสกับตัวเร่งปฏิกิริยาน้อยลงทำให้ไม่มีเวลามากพอที่จะเกิดปฏิกิริยาอย่างสมบูรณ์ อีกทั้งพบเอทิลฟอร์เมตน้อย สันนิษฐานได้ว่าปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของเอทิลฟอร์เมตเป็นเมทานอลและเอทานอลนั้นเกิดขึ้นอย่างรวดเร็วในช่วงค่าความเร็วเชิงพื้นที่ที่กำหนด อีกทั้งพบว่าการลดความเร็วเชิงพื้นที่ ที่อุณหภูมิ 200 และ 230 องศาเซลเซียส ทำให้ปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของคาร์บอนมอนอกไซด์เกิดขึ้นอย่างมีประสิทธิภาพมากยิ่งขึ้น ผลการศึกษาการเพิ่มอัตราส่วนโมลของเอทานอลต่อคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์ โดยคาดว่าจะช่วยให้เพิ่มค่าการเปลี่ยนแปลงคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์และผลผลิตของเมทานอล ผลการทดลองที่ความเร็วเชิงพื้นที่ 296 ชม.-1 ปฏิกิริยาไฮโดรจีเนชันของคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์และการไฮโดรจีเนชันของเอทิลฟอร์เมต พบว่า การเพิ่มเอทานอลในปฏิกิริยาจะช่วยเพิ่มเอทิลฟอร์เมต อย่างไรก็ตาม หากเพิ่มสัดส่วนเอทานอลที่มากเกินไปจะไปจำกัดการผลิตเมทานอล จากผลการศึกษาการเปลี่ยนแปลงอัตราส่วนโมลเอทานอลต่อคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์ภายใต้การเปลี่ยนความเข้มข้นของสารตั้งต้น พบว่า การเพิ่มความเข้มข้นของคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์และไฮโดรเจนในกรณีที่ไม่มีเอทานอล มีค่าร้อยละการเปลี่ยนแปลงคาร์บอนไดออกไซด์และค่าร้อยละผลผลิตของเมทานอลน้อยกว่ากรณีที่มีเอทานอล แสดงให้เห็นถึงอัตราการเกิดปฏิกิริยาที่ช้ากว่ากรณีที่มีเอทานอล จากผลการศึกษานี้ทำให้เอทานอลทำหน้าที่คล้ายกับตัวทำละลายเชิงเร่งปฏิกิริยา (catalytic solvent)


Oxidative Cleavage Of Oleic Acid At High Temperature Under Autogenous Pressure, Nichkamon Suwannit Jan 2024

Oxidative Cleavage Of Oleic Acid At High Temperature Under Autogenous Pressure, Nichkamon Suwannit

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The oxidative cleavage of oleic acid to produce azelaic acid and nonanoic acid, both of which are high-value chemicals and essential precursors in the pharmaceutical and plastic industries, was investigated. The objectives of this study were to examine the influence of temperature on reaction mechanisms, product formation, and reaction efficiency, as well as to optimize the reaction conditions for potential industrial applications. The research utilized hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) as the oxidizing agent, tungsten oxide (WO3) as the catalyst, and tert-butanol as a co-solvent under self-generated autogenous pressure conditions. The temperature range studied was 80 to 160°C, aiming to evaluate the …


Uv-Enhanced Catalytic Oxidative Cleavage Of Oleic Acid., Trinnasit Wittayakullertsin Jan 2024

Uv-Enhanced Catalytic Oxidative Cleavage Of Oleic Acid., Trinnasit Wittayakullertsin

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Oleic acid, a key component of plant oils such as palm oil, is a versatile feedstock for producing high-value bio-based chemicals. Utilizing its potential aligns with Thailand's objective of promoting sustainability as a premier palm oil producer. The conventional oxidative cleavage of oleic acid typically requires extreme conditions, including high temperatures, and ozone, which are expensive and harmful to the environment. This research provides an innovative method for utilizing ultraviolet (UV) radiation to increase oxidative cleavage at low temperatures (below 80°C). It employs hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) as an oxidizing agent and tungsten trioxide (WO3) as a catalyst to generate hydroxyl …


Ultrafine Fully Vulcanized Natural Rubber Modified By Grafting With Methyl Methacrylate Monomer As Toughening Modifiers For Polylactic Acid, Panyawutthi Rimdusit Jan 2024

Ultrafine Fully Vulcanized Natural Rubber Modified By Grafting With Methyl Methacrylate Monomer As Toughening Modifiers For Polylactic Acid, Panyawutthi Rimdusit

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This work focused on toughening polylactic acid (PLA) with an abundant and sustainable bio-based filler from natural rubber. Deproteinized natural rubber (DPNR) was modified by grafting with methyl methacrylate monomer (MMA) and further crosslinked via e-beam irradiation and spray drying to achieve ultrafine fully vulcanized powdered natural rubber grafted with polymethylmethacrylate (UFPNR-g-PMMA) to solves in the challenges of incompatibility between the DPNR and PLA. Interestingly, UFPNR-g-PMMA showed no agglomeration between rubber particles compared to that of neat UFPNR which showed partial agglomeration after irradiation crosslinking. The flexural toughness shows a significant improvement (351%) to 11280 ± 1522 kJ/m3 compared to …


Development Of Silica-Based Support Material From Sugarcane Bagasse Ash For Synthesis Of Carbon Nanotubes, Maturada Assawagetmanee Jan 2024

Development Of Silica-Based Support Material From Sugarcane Bagasse Ash For Synthesis Of Carbon Nanotubes, Maturada Assawagetmanee

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Sugarcane bagasse ash (SCBA), an abundant agricultural residue, is converted into high-value silica powder through a novel route involving calcination and acid leaching. This transformative process not only valorizes waste biomass but also yields silica nanoparticles with tailored microstructural properties suitable for application in carbon nanotube (CNT) production. The resultant silica powder was utilized as a catalyst support impregnated with Fe nanocatalyst for synthesizing CNTs from benzene. The effective route with a process sequence of 1 M HCl acid leaching followed by calcination could provide silica powder with a specific surface area of 12.29 m2/g, which could accommodate Fe nanocatalyst …