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Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Ru Wang, Anand Balu Nellippallil, Guoxin Wang, Yan Yan, Janet K. Allen, Farrokh Mistree
Summary: Process knowledge is crucial for the digitalization and intelligentization of the manufacturing industry. The management of complexity and uncertainty in model-based engineered systems is critical to achieving rational, comprehensive, and robust decisions. The proposed decision-centric design process representation scheme aims to support the management of complexity and uncertainty in decision-making processes.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING INFORMATICS
(2021)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Omar Sharaf-addeen Alansary, Tareq Al-Ansari
Summary: This study proposes a comprehensive model for the strategic sustainability assessment of free zones, considering all dimensions of sustainability and using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) method to determine weights and priorities. The results indicate that the economic dimension is the most important sustainability pillar, followed by the environmental, social, and organizational pillars.
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Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Jose Pedro Carvalho, Luis Braganca, Ricardo Mateus
Summary: This paper explores the optimization of Building Sustainability Assessment (BSA) through the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) platforms, and finds that Autodesk Revit can support sustainability evaluation in a faster and more automated way. The wider use of BIM platforms can significantly promote the integration of BSA methods in the BIM collaborative process, contributing to the development of a more sustainable built environment.
COMPUTERS IN INDUSTRY
(2021)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Daniela R. G. de Faria, Jose Luiz de Medeiros, Ofelia Q. F. Araujo
Summary: The chemical industry is striving to achieve sustainable operations within safe planetary limits, while also considering complex system arrangements and unbiased decision-making processes. Current sustainability assessment methods lack comprehensive coverage of all dimensions within life-cycle boundaries, and decision-making procedures often lack thorough evaluation of proposed techniques. Integrated systems analysis is identified as necessary for product/process life-cycle and company-levels.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
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Engineering, Mechanical
Davood Omidzadeh, Seyed Mojtaba Sajadi, Ali Bozorgi-Amiri, Farzad Movahedi Sobhani
Summary: This study explores the possibility of determining the most efficient combinations of modules for each of the 23 car platforms to produce a collection of products. Through the use of the best-worst method technique and multi-objective mathematical programming, a set of platforms with maximum sustainability was achieved. The results were analyzed and the most efficient solution was selected. The module variants for the selected solution were determined and ranked using the SAW technique, and sensitivity analysis was conducted.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART E-JOURNAL OF PROCESS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Say Wah Lee, Ke Xue
Summary: This study used an integrated approach of importance-performance analysis and modified analytic hierarchy process to evaluate the overall sustainability performance of three cities through questionnaires distributed to residents. Implications and future research suggestions were provided based on the findings.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mojtaba Ashour, Amir Mahdiyar, Syarmila Hany Haron, Mohd Hanizun Hanafi
Summary: This study aims to identify and analyze barriers to the practice of sustainable interior architecture and design. By reviewing literature, using the Delphi method, and introducing a novel Parsimonious Cybernetic Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process, the study prioritizes barriers and provides valuable insights for professionals, educators, and policymakers.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
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Engineering, Industrial
Hao Sun, Haiqing Wang, Ming Yang, Genserik Reniers
Summary: Chemical process systems involve complex dynamic processes, and conventional methods cannot entirely identify and prevent emergent and uncertain hazards and disruptions. In these situations, resilience for CPSs is crucial for absorbing, adapting to disruptions, and restoring from damages. Systemic modeling and assessing resilience play vital roles, and the STAMP framework provides a robust analysis model.
RELIABILITY ENGINEERING & SYSTEM SAFETY
(2022)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mohammad Kamali, Kasun Hewage, Rehan Sadiq
Summary: This research proposes a framework for assessing the economic sustainability of single-family modular homes. The framework includes economic performance criteria, indicators, and benchmarks for comparison with conventional buildings. The results of case studies in British Columbia, Canada showed excellent overall economic sustainability performance for the benchmarking homes, but improvements are needed in certain criteria. The framework can assist decision makers in selecting construction methods and addressing underperforming areas in modular buildings.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Vikas Swarnakar, Amit Raj Singh, Jiju Antony, Raja Jayaraman, Anil Kr Tiwari, Rajeev Rathi, Elizabeth Cudney
Summary: This study aims to identify and prioritize a consensus structured set of triple bottom line (3BL) indicators for assessing the sustainability of the manufacturing process. The findings indicate that greenhouse/harmful gas emissions are the best indicator in terms of environmental criteria, while the rate of contribution to society and operational cost are the most important indicators for social and economic sustainability.
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Thermodynamics
Ruxing Gao, Lei Wang, Leiyu Zhang, Chundong Zhang, Tao Liu, Ki-Won Jun, Seok Ki Kim, Ying Gao, Tiansheng Zhao, Hui Wan, Guofeng Guan
Summary: This study quantitatively evaluated the sustainability performances of 21 alternative CO2 conversion technologies and developed a multi-criteria decision-making model to prioritize the alternatives. The results revealed that CO2 to methane, urea, methanol, dimethyl ether, and acetic acid were the top five promising conversion technologies from a sustainability perspective.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
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Engineering, Environmental
Arick Castillo-Landero, Jorge Aburto, Jhuma Sadhukhan, Elias Martinez-Hernandez
Summary: This paper introduces a novel methodology to intensify a chemical process guided by modularity, aiming to improve safety and energy efficiency. A case study demonstrates that a design guided by modularity is the safest and most energy-efficient.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yue Liu, Tao Shi, Ao Yang, Jingzheng Ren, Weifeng Shen, Chang He, Sara Toniolo
Summary: This paper proposes a decision-making framework based on process simulation and the fuzzy PROMETHEE II method to evaluate the performances of waste management alternatives. The framework can handle the problems of lacking data and uncertainty, and provides useful references and suggestions for decision-makers through establishing criteria system, conducting sustainability assessment, and performing sensitivity and uncertainty analysis.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Elzbieta Chwojnowska, Justyna Grzonka, Iwona Justyniak, Tomasz Ratajczyk, Janusz Lewin
Summary: Introduces a novel organometallic approach to synthesize polymer-coated ZnO nanocrystals, which allows precise control over the polymer/nanocrystal microstructure. The one-pot procedure combines the ring-opening polymerization of E-caprolactone mediated by an organozinc alkoxide initiator and an air-promoted transformation, resulting in quantum-sized ZnO crystals with a core diameter of ca 3 nm coated by poly(E-caprolactone). This method provides the ability to create well-defined hybrid composites for various nanosystems.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Joao Moura, Ana Margarida Pisco Almeida, Fatima Roque, Adolfo Figueiras, Maria Teresa Herdeiro
Summary: The misuse of antibiotics leads to bacterial resistance and jeopardizes generational health globally. This study focused on designing and prevalidating a mobile app interface to assist in the diagnosis of upper respiratory problems by professionals in interface design and pharmacology experts. The resulting interface received positive feedback, leading to improvements and a validated new version.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
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Engineering, Chemical
A. Idris, G. K. Chua, M. R. Othman
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(2016)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mohamad Rizza Othman, Rosshila Idris, Mimi Haryani Hassim, Wan Hanisah Wan Ibrahim
Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy
(2016)
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Environmental
Mohamad Z. Nordin, Mohamad R. Othman, Mohd K. A. Hamid
PRES15: PROCESS INTEGRATION, MODELLING AND OPTIMISATION FOR ENERGY SAVING AND POLLUTION REDUCTION
(2015)
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Environmental
Mohamad R. Othman, Umarul I. Amran, Gade P. Rangaiah
PRES15: PROCESS INTEGRATION, MODELLING AND OPTIMISATION FOR ENERGY SAVING AND POLLUTION REDUCTION
(2015)
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Education, Scientific Disciplines
M. R. Othman, L. Hady, J. -U. Repke, G. Wozny
EDUCATION FOR CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
(2012)
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Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Mohamad Z. Nordin, Mohamad D. Jais, Mohamad R. Othman, Mohd K. A. Hamid
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(2015)