Article
Environmental Studies
Fabio Gaetano Santeramo, Leonardo Di Gioia, Emilia Lamonaca
Summary: The vegetable oil market is gaining attention in the global biofuel industry, especially in the EU where political interventions are promoting fuel security and environmental goals. Empirical analysis reveals strong and diversified dependencies among vegetable oils, particularly the high competition between domestically produced oils like rapeseed, soy, and sunflower oils. The study also finds that an increase in the price of imported palm oil can result in a displacement effect in land used for rapeseed cultivation in northern EU countries.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Manigandan Sekar, T. R. Praveenkumar, Veeman Dhinakaran, P. Gunasekar, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: This study focused on extracting plastic oil from mixed plastic waste and using nanoparticles to improve the quality of waste pyrolysis oil. The addition of Fe2O3 doped Al2O3 increased brake power production by 35% and reduced emissions of HC and CO2 by 45% and 60% respectively. The NOx emissions were also reduced by 15% compared to neat plastic oil and diesel fuel when using 25% pyrolysis oil.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Toxicology
Rebecca Harnung Scholten, Yona J. Essig, Martin Roursgaard, Annie Jensen, Annette M. Krais, Louise Gren, Katrin Dierschke, Anders Gudmundsson, Aneta Wierzbicka, Peter Moller
Summary: The results from this study suggest that short-term exposure to HVO exhaust is not associated with genotoxic hazard in humans.
ARCHIVES OF TOXICOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Goncalo Pacheco, Andre Silva, Mario Costa
Summary: The study examined the combustion characteristics of different fuel mixtures in a drop-tube furnace, revealing that the composition of the mixtures influences the fuel characteristics. The 75% JF mixture at higher temperatures exhibited increased burning rates, likely due to puffing and microexplosions.
Article
Economics
Francis Declerck, Prince Hikouatcha, Guillaume Tchoffo, Romeo Tedongap
Summary: This paper analyzes the price dynamics of Palm, Soybean, Rapeseed, and Sunflower oils, which are extensively used in the food and fuel sectors and have recently experienced significant price increases. The study examines the impact of biofuel policies and consumers' reactions. The findings suggest that biofuel policies have long-term effects on price equilibrium relationships and result in increased volatility and correlation responses to price fluctuations, particularly after the implementation of biofuel policies. The study also reveals significant differences in consumer sentiment and responses to price shocks across different countries and highlights the amplifying effects of biofuel policies on consumer confidence.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maigul Mursalykova, Mukhtarbek Kakimov, Amirzhan Kassenov, Bauyrzhan Iskakov, Zhadra Sergibayeva, Esen Kaspakov, Gulmira Zhumadilova, Assem Shulenova, Gulnara Kokayeva, Anuarbek Suychinov
Summary: This article focuses on the modeling of the pressing process in an experimental screw press for safflower oil production in small grain processing enterprises. Using mathematical modeling methods, the problem of extracting the liquid phase from dispersed material is described and solved. The article presents the basic scheme, characteristics, and working principle of the press equipment. The proposed theoretical calculation method helps determine optimal parameters, resulting in the highest oil yield at a diaphragm gap of delta = 0.1 mm and screw rotation speed of omega = 6.2 rad/s.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Rafal Gieleciak, Hena Farooqi, Jinwen Chen
Summary: In this study, diesel fractions were obtained by co-hydroprocessing blends of low-grade canola oil and Canadian oil sand bitumen-derived heavy vacuum gas oil (HVGO). The characterization results showed that an increased content of canola oil in the feed blends led to a higher content of normal paraffins (n-paraffins) in the diesel fractions, while the contents of aromatics and cycloparaffins decreased. The formation of n-heptadecane and n-octadecane in the diesel fractions resulted in improved physical and combustion properties.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Jinsong Zhao, Chunyu Zhao, Zhiyuan Jiang, Chang Liu, Mengtao Xu, Bangchun Wen
Summary: The study presents a comprehensive static load distribution model for double nut ball screw (DNBS), which considers the axial, lateral, and torsional deformations of the screw and the geometric error of the ball. An algorithm that combines the Monte-Carlo and ZCX methods is proposed for numerical solution of the ball contact load. The accuracy of the model is verified by comparison with previous studies. The model also enables stiffness reliability analysis and sensitivity calculation using Active learning and Kriging-based Monte-Carlo Simulation. This theoretical model provides a practical reference for the design and application of DNBS.
TRIBOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Yuehui Tang, Jingrui Peng, Jin Lin, Miaomiao Zhang, Yun Tian, Yaqian Shang, Shuying Chen, Xinxin Bao, Qiyuan Wang
Summary: In this study, a HD-Zip I family gene JcHDZ21 was cloned from physic nut and its expression pattern and function were analyzed. The results showed that JcHDZ21 gene had the highest expression in physic nut seeds and its expression was inhibited by salt stress. Transgenic Arabidopsis plants with ectopic expression of JcHDZ21 showed increased sensitivity to salt stress. This study provides a theoretical basis for the future breeding of salt-tolerant varieties of physic nut using JcHDZ21 gene.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Tzu-Chien Kuo, An-Shik Yang, Yih-Chyun Hwang, Wen-Hsin Hsieh
Summary: In the field of precision machining, temperature fluctuation can lead to significant machining errors. This study presents a novel method to calculate the heat flux from the nut to the nut raceway in order to evaluate thermal deformation of the ball screw shaft.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lin Zhang, Wei Chen, Rongrong Liu, Ben Shi, Youju Shu, Haoyu Zhang
Summary: This study identified 122 bHLH family members in the physic nut genome database, demonstrating their essential roles in plant development and abiotic stress. These genes were distributed on specific chromosomes and could be divided into 28 subfamilies. Syntenic analysis and gene expression profiles revealed their association with salinity and drought stresses, as well as their high expression in various tissues. Furthermore, the protein interaction network indicated their involvement in growth, development, and stress signal transduction pathways.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Reza Shokrani, Mohammad Haghighi, Mehdi Mohammadpour
Summary: A series of potential bifunctional basic/acidic CaO over hierarchical ZSM-5 nanocatalysts were synthesized and investigated in biofuel production. Secondary hard templating was applied on the ZSM-5 support by carbonaceous charcoal particles in order to increase the pore size for better diffusion. Ultrasound irradiation was also used for CaO impregnation, leading to better dispersing of particles. The results showed that sonication led to smaller and more distributed particles on the catalyst surface, as well as increased pore size.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Michela Costa, Luca Marchitto, Daniele Piazzullo, Maria Vittoria Prati
Summary: In this study, a combined experimental and numerical characterization of a Compression Ignition (CI) engine under Diesel and Waste Vegetable Oil (WVO) fueling at different loads is presented. The feasibility of preheated WVO as a substitute of Diesel fuel in CI engine for cogeneration purposes without modifying the engine geometry is proven. Despite increased fuel consumption and higher emissions, a reduction in all major impact categories is noticed in a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology when using WVO compared to Diesel fueling.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Shanshan Zhang, Minghang Xin, Zhiyu Wang, Xiaolan Dong, Chenhe Yang, Hongcheng Liu, Hongxiu Fan, Tingting Liu, Dawei Wang
Summary: In this study, oleogels based on Tiger nut oil were prepared using whey protein and Xanthan gum. The addition of Xanthan gum enhanced the stability and viscoelasticity of the emulsion, while the concentration of whey protein had a greater effect on the oleogel. The oleogels showed high gel strength and good thixotropic recovery when the Xanthan gum concentration was higher than 0.3%. This study provides a reference for the preparation of oleogels and their potential application as solid fat substitutes.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Adama Coulibaly, Mohamed K. Sako, Doudjo Soro, Sayon Sidibe, Richardson Yohan
Summary: This study investigates the valuation of cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL) mixed with diesel fuel as an energy source, and verifies its feasibility through combustion tests on a diesel engine. The results indicate that using purified CNSL as fuel up to 60% is possible, but improvement in purification techniques is still needed.
Article
Agronomy
Leon Hinrich Oehme, Alice-Jacqueline Reineke, Thea Mi Weiss, Tobias Wuerschum, Xiongkui He, Joachim Mueller
Summary: This study utilized digital surface models created from RGB-images captured by a UAV to estimate the plant height of 400 maize genotypes. The results showed that the UAV-based estimation was most accurate between 39 to 68 days after sowing.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Nilobon Komonsing, Sebastian Reyer, Pramote Khuwijitjaru, Busarakorn Mahayothee, Joachim Mueller
Summary: This study examined the effects of different drying conditions on dried turmeric slices. The results showed that higher temperatures increased drying rate and improved color and curcuminoid preservation. 70 degrees C under polycarbonate cover was identified as the optimal drying condition.
Article
Agronomy
Shamaila Zia-Khan, Melissa Kleb, Nikolaus Merkt, Steffen Schock, Joachim Mueller
Summary: Late detection of fungal infection is the main cause of inadequate disease control, affecting fruit quality and reducing yield of grapevine. This study found that infrared imagery can be a potential tool for early disease detection, by monitoring the changes in leaf temperature of grapevine to predict disease development.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Catalina Acuna-Gutierrez, Victor M. Jimenez, Joachim Mueller
Summary: This review summarizes the analysis and occurrence of mycotoxins in pulses, emphasizing the impact of climatic conditions on microorganism infestation and mycotoxin accumulation. It also explores the potential correlation between fungal infection and mycotoxin incidence in pulses. The review further discusses the potential effect of certain compounds on reducing fungi infestation and mycotoxin accumulation. It highlights the negative consequences of mycotoxin accumulation on the physiology and development of contaminated seeds and seedlings.
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND FOOD SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Hamed J. Sarnavi, Marcelo Precoppe, Pablo Garcia-Trinanes, Arnaud Chapuis, Thierry Tran, Michael S. A. Bradley, Joachim Mueller
Summary: This study investigated the isosteric heat of desorption for cassava products and found that the preparation method had a negligible contribution. The modified Chung-Pfost equation was determined to be the most suitable equation for cassava products, as it accurately reflected the temperature dependency of the isosteric heat of desorption. These findings are important for optimizing drying technologies.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Iris Ramaj, Steffen Schock, Shkelqim Karaj, Joachim Muller
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Haimanot Hailegiorgis Ayele, Sajid Latif, Joachim Mueller
Summary: The study investigates the impact of blanching and drying on the quality of four varieties of Ethiopian cassava. The results show that blanching significantly reduces the vitamin C content and ash content, but improves the crude fiber and protein content. Blanching in plain water is most effective in reducing cyanide content. The nutritional quality is better in cassava blanched in plain water, and the variety Hawassa-4 shows the highest nutritional value among the four varieties.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Remote Sensing
Peng Qi, Lanting Zhang, Zhichong Wang, Hu Han, Joachim Mueller, Tian Li, Changling Wang, Zhan Huang, Miao He, Yajia Liu, Xiongkui He
Summary: This article examines the effectiveness of using UAVs for crop protection in Asia and determines the optimal operating parameters for spraying in pear orchards. The results provide data to support the use of UAVs in pergola/vertical trellis system orchards and offer recommendations for canopy deposition methods and UAV development.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Omnia El Bergui, Aziz Abouabdillah, Mohamed Bourioug, Dominik Schmitz, Markus Biel, Abdellah Aboudrare, Manuel Krauss, Ahlem Jomaa, Sebastian Romuli, Joachim Mueller, Mustapha Fagroud, Rachid Bouabid
Summary: Water scarcity has become a major issue in Morocco and other Mediterranean countries, especially in 2022. This study evaluated the use of hydrogels in onion cultivation in Meknes, Morocco, and found that the type and dose of hydrogel, as well as the level of water supply, significantly affected plant growth. The results showed that Huminsorb((R)) Polyacrylate produced the best outcomes, increasing yield by 11 t/ha compared to the control treatment without hydrogel. Furthermore, combining hydrogel application with 50% water stress saved 208 mm of water while producing similar yields to the control treatment.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Adnan Mukhtar, Sajid Latif, Ziba Barati, Joachim Mueller
Summary: Cassava production generates significant by-products, such as leaves and tuber peel, which can be valorized instead of being considered as waste. However, the presence of cyanide and insoluble fibers presents challenges for their conversion into valuable products. This study investigated the changes in cyanide concentration and quality of cassava leaves after mechanical pressing and in tuber peel after enzyme treatment.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Naga Sai Tejaswi Uppuluri, Konstantin Dinkler, Xueling Ran, Jianbin Guo, Joachim Mueller, Hans Oechsner
Summary: The annual utilization of phosphate has increased, depleting existing sources of phosphorus. In order to overcome this, digestate is being investigated as a source to recover phosphorus. The separation of solids and liquids from the digestate by a screw press is the simplest form of concentrating, but it is not very efficient. This study aims to increase the separation efficiency and recover more phosphorus into the solid phase.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhangkai Wu, Sebastian Romuli, Kiatkamjon Intani, Joachim Mueller
Summary: This research studied crude sesame oil sedimentation and monitored it with low-cost laser backscattering imaging. The sedimentation speed was about -7 mm/h, then less than -2 mm/h. The oil properties changed during the sedimentation process, but the changes were not significant.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Miriam Huetter, Gregor Sailer, Benedikt Huelsemann, Joachim Mueller, Jens Poetsch
Summary: This study investigated the anaerobic digestion of Sargassum muticum (SM) with and without pretreatments. Mechanical pretreatment was found to increase methane yield, but the overall yield was still relatively low compared to other substrates. Co-digestion with wheat straw (WS) was recommended for SM, but further research is needed to improve the anaerobic digestion performance of SM.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Zhichong Wang, Yang Zhang, Tian Li, Joachim Mueller, Xiongkui He
Summary: In this study, a method using 2D LiDAR was developed to quickly obtain the 3D droplet distribution, which can be used to improve the optimization of spraying parameters in orchard plant protection operations.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Sebastian Reyer, Sebastian Awiszus, Joachim Muller
Summary: To reduce energy consumption, optimizing the drying process is necessary while considering drying behavior and product quality. A laboratory dryer was developed for studying various products' drying behavior and recording drying curves.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jingmo Zhou, Shubin Wu, Ying Liu
Summary: Expenditure isolation of lignin and the understanding of its structural variations during different isolation processes are crucial for the high-value utilization of lignin. This study proposed a green deep eutectic solvent (DES) consisting of choline chloride, ethylene glycol, and 4-chlorobenzene sulfonic acid for rapid lignin separation from poplar. The structural variations of DES lignin and its relationship with alkali pre-extraction of hemicellulose were investigated. The results showed that alkali pretreatment enhanced the DES separation of lignin and promoted the cleavage of specific linkages, resulting in reduced molecular weight and thermal stability of isolated DES lignin. Moreover, DES lignin obtained from integrated utilization displayed higher purity and S/G ratio compared to lignin obtained from direct DES treatment.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yuping Li, Ziyan Xie, Yun Huang, Jiangyi Zeng, Chao Yang, Ling Yuan, Ying Wang, Yongqing Li
Summary: In this study, the characteristic flavonoids (CFs) of three licorice species were identified through integrated metabolic and transcriptomic analysis. The key regulators of CF biosynthesis were also identified. These findings provide valuable information for understanding the biosynthesis of CFs and future breeding of Glycyrrhiza varieties.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xianjie Pan, Zhaoyi Luo, Fanqi Liu, Quanqian Yi, Yanning Zeng
Summary: This study presents a novel strategy for fabricating fully bio-based epoxy vitrimers using peach gum and itaconic acid, which exhibit superior mechanical properties and thermostability. The materials were characterized and the self-healing and recycling capabilities were evaluated. The results demonstrate the potential of using these materials for sustainable industrial applications.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mohsen Sabzi-Nojadeh, Mohammad Pouresmaeil, Mina Amani, Mehdi Younessi-Hamzekhanlu, Filippo Maggi
Summary: This study shows that inoculating Summer savory plants with endophytic fungus Trichoderma harzianum can improve plant growth and increase salt tolerance. The fungus enhances growth, restores chlorophyll and antioxidant levels, reduces harmful substances, and increases proline and soluble sugar levels, thereby increasing crop productivity in saline conditions.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yu Liu, Lei Li, Aichen Zhao, Xiuming Song, Lulu Wei, Mengdi Fang, Chuchu Zheng, Xiaodong Zhu
Summary: This study investigates the impact of peppermint essential oil microcapsules on the unpleasant odor emissions from wax oil coated wood products. The results show that microcapsules can improve the time and stability of odor release.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mesut Budak, Mirac Kilic, Hikmet Guenal, Ismail Velik, Mesut Sirri
Summary: This study assessed land suitability for rapeseed production using topography, climate, and soil data by analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and the Mamdani Fuzzy Inference System (MFIS). The study area covered land in the Diyarbakir province of southeastern Turkiye. The results indicated the proportions of different land suitability classes and showed the compatibility of AHP and MFIS methods in assessing suitability.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rui Tian, Yue Liu, Chao Wang, Weikun Jiang, Srinivas Janaswamy, Guihua Yang, Xingxiang Ji, Gaojin Lyu
Summary: In this study, hollow and solid lignin nanoparticles were synthesized through self-assembly and their application in PVA nanocomposite films was investigated. The results showed that the presence of hollow lignin nanoparticles in the films resulted in a room-like network structure, while the solid lignin nanoparticles induced different structural changes. The inclusion of LNPs improved the mechanical properties of the films, and both types of LNPs exhibited good hydrophobicity.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Marcos Vinicius Silva de Andrade, Simone Ribeiro Lucho, Renato Delmondez de Castro, Paulo Roberto Ribeiro
Summary: Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, commonly known as stevia, is a widely cultivated shrub with highly sweetening metabolites. It has gained significant interest in the food and beverage industries due to its extremely sweet taste and various health benefits. Researchers are currently focused on studying biotechnological strategies to enhance the biosynthesis of stevia plant metabolites for improved cultivation and production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Eleonora Cintura, Paulina Faria, Luisa Molari, Luca Barbaresi, Dario D'Orazio, Lina Nunes
Summary: This study investigated the properties of Arundo donax as a building material and found that it has strong adaptability, high hygroscopicity, and unique sound absorption behavior. The mechanical tests also demonstrated the applicability of the Arundo donax-based composite. This opens up new possibilities for the further application of Arundo donax-based materials.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Stiina Kotiranta, Juha-Matti Pihlava, Titta Kotilainen, Pauliina Palonen
Summary: The effect of light spectra, particularly far-red and short wavelength radiation, on the growth and secondary metabolites of cannabis is significant. Altering the R:FR ratio can increase the concentration and yield of secondary metabolites, while short wavelength radiation does not significantly affect plant morphology and secondary metabolite concentrations.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xuze Liu, Fangmin Liang, Jinyuan Cheng, Xuelian Zhou, Jia Wang, Guigan Fang, Kuizhong Shen, Xianzhi Meng, Chen Huang, Arthur J. Ragauskas
Summary: A novel Na2S-facilitated DES pretreatment method was proposed to fractionate moso bamboo, which achieved high lignin removal and preserved most cellulose and hemicellulose with excellent enzymatic digestibility.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Zechun Ren, Xinyuan Zhou, Kejiao Ding, Tong Ji, Hao Sun, Xiang Chi, Yunzhao Wei, Min Xu
Summary: This study prepared a thermal/magnetic/light-triggered multi-stimuli responsive shape memory polymer composite with excellent properties by adding magnetic nanoparticles into a polyurethane composite. The composite showed high shape recovery rate, fast response behavior, and suitability for 3D printing. Controllable external stimuli allowed for dynamic, remote, and precise control of 4D transformations. This work is significant for the design of smart materials and devices.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yurany Camacho Ardila, Jaiver Efren Jaimes Figueroa, Maria Regina Wolf Maciel
Summary: The higher heating value (HHV) and elemental composition are important properties of biomass, and their prediction using proximate and ultimate analysis is accurate.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiaohan Chen, Xianke Wang, Lili Shang, Xinxin Ma, Changhua Fang, Benhua Fei, Huanrong Liu, Shuqin Zhang
Summary: This study focuses on the comprehensive characterization of the three-dimensional (3D) structure of bamboo parenchyma and the evaluation of its tensile and compressive properties, as well as the analysis of its failure mechanisms. The study found that the measured tensile strength and elastic modulus of the parenchyma tissue are 48.81 MPa and 706.48 MPa, respectively. Compression failure modes in parenchyma tissue encompass compression bending and cell fracture, shear failure of the middle lamella, and detachment and debonding of the cell wall.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Tianfeng Liu, Yuxin Liu, Yunlin Fu, Mengji Qiao, Penglian Wei, Zhigao Liu, Yingjian Li
Summary: This study explored the formation mechanism of agarwood induced by fungus and its potential application in high-quality and high-yielding agarwood production. The results showed that the transition layer played a critical role in the continuous accumulation of agarwood, and the parenchyma cells of the xylem rays and interxylary phloem were the main action site of fungus. The accumulation and distribution of chemical composition in different layers were also investigated. The study identified the drivers of specific compounds and provided a theoretical foundation for future agarwood production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
