Article
Environmental Sciences
Shams Forruque Ahmed, Fatema Mehejabin, Adiba Momtahin, Nuzaba Tasannum, Nishat Tasnim Faria, M. Mofijur, Anh Tuan Hoang, Dai-Viet N. Vo, T. M. Mahlia
Summary: Membrane technology is gaining popularity in wastewater treatment due to its cost-effectiveness and environmentally friendly characteristics. This review addresses the key techniques for improving membrane performance and highlights the challenges and solutions associated with the membrane process. Hybrid techniques are also explored for enhancing membrane performance. The control strategies for membrane fouling still require optimization, and more research is needed for long-term direct membrane filtering operation.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sharjeel Waqas, Muhammad Roil Bilad, Aqsha Aqsha, Noorfidza Yub Harun, Muhammad Ayoub, Mohd Dzul Hakim Wirzal, Juhana Jaafar, Sri Mulyati, Muthia Elma
Summary: This study compares the biological and hydraulic performances of PVDF and PSF membranes in a rotating biological contactor system. Results show that the steady-state permeabilities of the membranes in MRBC are significantly higher than external filtration, with MRBC consuming only one-fourth of the energy of a traditional membrane bioreactor.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pu Li, Chao Yang, Feiyun Sun, Xiao-yan Li
Summary: Membrane fouling is a major challenge in water and wastewater treatment using membrane technology. This study developed an electrically assisted technique involving a conductive ceramic membrane coated with dopamine and carbon nanotubes, which effectively reduced fouling rates by applying a negative charge. The use of an imposed electric field was found to greatly decrease the amount of foulants attached to the membrane surface and pores.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Enya Wu, Yang Yu, Jiayue Hu, Gang Ren, Mingshan Zhu
Summary: By combining membrane filtration with advanced oxidation process, wastewater can be treated for potable reuse. The integration of piezoelectric channels induced piezo-activated peroxymonosulfate in the polyvinylidene fluoride membrane enhances the removal efficiency of antiepileptic carbamazepine pollutants.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ihtisham Ul Haq Shami, Bing Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance of three gravity-driven membrane reactors with various biocarriers for municipal wastewater treatment. The results showed that short-term chemical cleaning improved membrane performance and variable water head benefited in achieving higher permeate fluxes. Additionally, the wastewater treatment costs were relatively low.
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Aws N. Al-Tayawi, Elias Jigar Sisay, Sandor Beszedes, Szabolcs Kertesz
Summary: Water pollution is a severe issue caused by population growth and human activities, worsened by limited freshwater resources and increasing water demands. Among various contributors, the dairy industry stands out due to the high concentrations of harmful contaminants in dairy wastewater. Traditional treatment methods have limitations, and membrane separation technology (MST) has emerged as a promising alternative with benefits such as efficient separation, minimal impact on product quality, and lower energy consumption. However, challenges like membrane fouling and concentration polarization exist, and strategies like pre-treatment and 3D printing technology have been implemented to address them.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Haodan Xu, Wei Cheng, Zhiqiang Chen, Xuedong Zhai, Jun Ma, Tao Zhang
Summary: Selective pollutant removal was achieved through oxidative filtration on a ceramic membrane doped with highly dispersed cobalt. The oxidative filtration showed insensitivity to chloride, bicarbonate, and humic substances, and utilized more oxidation capacity of PMS compared to the homogeneous PMS/Co2+ system.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Selina Hube, Fiona Hauser, Michael Burkhardt, Sigurour Brynjolfsson, Bing Wu
Summary: This study investigated the feasibility of using ultrasonication as a ceramic microfiltration membrane fouling control strategy during gravity-driven membrane (GDM) filtration and constant flux filtration of primary municipal wastewater. The results showed that ultrasonication cleaning can effectively reduce membrane fouling and improve membrane performance. Cost analysis revealed that ultrasonication-facilitated GDM systems are economically feasible for treating wastewater at a household scale, while ultrasonication-facilitated constant flux filtration systems are favorable at a small community scale.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qingshui Fan, Xiaoxiang Cheng, Xuewu Zhu, Congwei Luo, Huixue Ren, Daoji Wu, Heng Liang
Summary: The combination of Co3O4@CNF catalyst and PMS oxidation with UF membranes can effectively treat secondary wastewater, removing organic matter and improving membrane resistance. This method has potential application in secondary wastewater treatment.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Selina Hube, Seonki Lee, Tzyy Haur Chong, Sigurdur Brynjolfsson, Bing Wu
Summary: In this study, the performance of two GDM reactors operated at different temperatures for treating primary wastewater effluent was investigated. Despite less efficient removal of biodegradable organics at 8°C, both systems showed comparable fouling resistance distribution patterns. Cleaning effectiveness followed the sequence of ultrasonication-enhanced physical cleaning, two-phase flow cleaning, chemical-enhanced physical cleaning, and physical cleaning, regardless of temperature. The presence of periodic cleaning led to differences in dominant microbial communities in the cake layers, but the temperature did not affect permeate quality, which met EU discharge standards.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Sivasubramani Divya, Tae Hwan Oh
Summary: Membrane-based filtration for wastewater treatment has shown promising results in terms of water purification, and nanocomposite membranes can enhance the filtration process. This offers an effective solution to global concerns over water scarcity and aquatic pollution.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Saleh Najafi Chaleshtori, Mehrdad Shamskilani, Azadeh Babaei, Masoomeh Behrang
Summary: This study investigated the performance of microalgal-activated sludge membrane bioreactor (MAS-MBR) as a self-biological treatment or post-treatment for conventional biological treatments. The results showed that cultivating mixed algae/sludge in raw wastewater achieved the best performance in terms of ammonium and phosphorus removal efficiency, as well as the highest oxygen production rate and oxygen uptake rate. However, membrane fouling was increased in this case, highlighting the need for regular membrane cleaning.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuanqing Guo, Heng Liang, Guibai Li, Daliang Xu, Zhongsen Yan, Rui Chen, Jing Zhao, Xiaobin Tang
Summary: The use of solar-activated PDS pretreatment efficiently degrades organic pollutants and reduces fouling in UF membranes, especially when dealing with Songhua River water. Both solar light and heating effects contribute to PDS degradation of natural organic matters, with correlations found between UV254, DOC, and membrane fouling indexes.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Siti Solehah Ahmad Norrahma, Nor Hazren Abdul Hamid, Nur Hanis Hayati Hairom, Latifah Jasmani, Dilaeleyana Abu Bakar Sidik
Summary: This study investigated the potential use of Neolamarckia cadamba as nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC) filter paper for treating industrial textile wastewater. Experimental results showed that at pH 6.5, with 100% initial feed concentration of the textile wastewater and a 60:40 cellulose dosage ratio, the NFC filter paper achieved a high colour removal efficiency and an optimum normalized flux. The study also provided insights into the operating parameters of filter papers for optimal performance.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mashitah Che Razali, Norhaliza Abdul Wahab, Noorhazirah Sunar, Nur Hazahsha Shamsudin
Summary: Water is essential for life, especially in terms of drinking water. This research paper provides a comprehensive review of membrane filtration technology for treating drinking water. It focuses on membrane fouling, identifies parameters that influence fouling, and discusses various methods to handle fouling, including prevention, prediction, and control automation. The study shows that prevention is the most common treatment for fouling, although it involves the use of chemicals that may affect human health. Prediction is often used to anticipate fouling development. There is limited research on membrane fouling control based on automation, and treatment methods and control strategies are usually determined individually.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Junjie You, Junyi Li, Heng Zhang, Mengfan Luo, Bo Xing, Yi Ren, Yang Liu, Zhaokun Xiong, Chuanshu He, Bo Lai
Summary: In this study, a g-C3N4 supported NiCx nanoclusters catalyst (NiCx-CN) was developed and its capability in activating peroxymonosulfate (PMS) was investigated. The mechanism investigation revealed that singlet oxygen (1O2) formed during the catalytic process had limited contribution to BPA elimination. Interestingly, high-valent nickel-oxo species (Ni&+=O) generated after the interaction of NiCx-CN and PMS were identified as the dominant reactive oxygen species (ROS). The prepared NiCx-CN also exhibited excellent resistance to interference from inorganic anions. Three BPA degradation routes were proposed based on the transformation intermediates. This study provides a new approach for the efficient degradation of organic pollutants using heterogeneous Ni-based catalysts through PMS activation via a nonradical mechanism.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Feng Cheng, Yongfei Tong, Yang Liu, Yue Yuan, Zhiqiang Chen, Juan Liang, Yongli Zhang, Peng Zhou, Xiaoguang Duan, Bo Lai
Summary: In this study, vanadium powder (V) was used as a cocatalyst to enhance the Fenton-like system, which could rapidly produce hydroxyl radicals and completely oxidize chloramphenicol with high stability. The low-valent vanadium sites on the surface played a crucial role in direct H2O2 activation and Fe(III) reduction induced by H2O2, leading to the production of hydroxyl radicals. The self-cleaning effect of vanadium under acidic conditions maintained reactive sites for sustainable electron donation and long-lasting enhanced Fenton oxidation.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xianhu Long, Hongle Shi, Rongfu Huang, Lingyun Gu, Yang Liu, Chuan-shu He, Ye Du, Zhaokun Xiong, Wen Liu, Bo Lai
Summary: In this study, sustainable Fe(III)/Fe(II) cycles in different inorganic peroxides activation systems were accelerated by using electro-catalysis (EC) as the electron donor. The electro-cocatalytic Fenton-like systems exhibited excellent degradation efficiency of sulfamethoxazole (SMX). Various reactive oxygen species (ROS) including hydroxyl radical ((OH)-O-center dot), singlet oxygen (O-1(2)), and sulfate radical (SO4 center dot-) were produced in EC/Fe(III)/PMS system, contributing to 38%, 37%, and 24% respectively. The dominant ROS in EC/Fe(III)/ PDS and EC/Fe(III)/HP processes was (OH)-O-center dot. The study provides a strong basis for constructing suitable systems to achieve different treatment requirements.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Can Feng, Heng Zhang, Yi Ren, Mengfan Luo, Siying Yu, Zhaokun Xiong, Yang Liu, Peng Zhou, Bo Lai
Summary: Copper sulfide was found to enhance the degradation of organic pollutants in the zerovalent iron/hydrogen peroxide system by accelerating the dissolution of iron and the cycling of Fe(III)/Fe(II). The introduction of copper sulfide resulted in a sustainable and high-efficiency iron-based oxidation system for the removal of organic contaminants. This study provides insights into the promotion effects of copper sulfide on zerovalent iron dissolution and Fe(III)/Fe(II) cycling in zerovalent iron-based Fenton-like processes.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhi-Hui Xie, Chuan-Shu He, Yong-Li He, Shu-Run Yang, Si-Ying Yu, Zhaokun Xiong, Ye Du, Yang Liu, Zhi-Cheng Pan, Gang Yao, Bo Lai
Summary: In this study, Co2Fe1-LDH was found to have excellent PAA activation ability and efficiently degrade various pharmaceuticals, with a removal efficiency ranging from 82.3% to 100%. It was discovered that the organic radical (R-O center dot) was the primary reactive oxygen species responsible for contaminants degradation. The Co2Fe1-LDH/PAA system showed the ability to resist the influence of water matrix and effectively remove pollutants in actual hospital wastewater, while also improving the biodegradability of the wastewater.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Wang-Xiao Jia, Wen-Qiang Li, Zhi-Hui Xie, Pu-Can Guo, Zhi-Long Ye, Zhao-Kun Xiong, Chuan-Shu He, Bo Lai
Summary: This study analyzed the interaction relationship and mechanism between vivianite, antibiotics, and dissolved organic matters. It was found that fulvic acid greatly enhanced the adsorption of antibiotics onto vivianite, while the adsorption of different antibiotics by vivianite was significantly related to the molecular weight of dissolved organic matter. The results of this study will expand our knowledge about the fate of antibiotics and phosphorus recovery from urban sewage and livestock wastewater in the formation of vivianite.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Zhi-Hui Xie, Chuan-Shu He, Dan-Ni Pei, Yudan Dong, Shu-Run Yang, Zhaokun Xiong, Peng Zhou, Zhi-Cheng Pan, Gang Yao, Bo Lai
Summary: This review comprehensively summarizes the characteristics, generation pathways, detection methods, and application of singlet oxygen (1O2) in wastewater treatment. It provides detailed information on the characteristics, generation pathways, and detection methods of 1O2, and identifies the current deficiencies in its mechanism exploration and practical application. It is expected to inspire further research on 1O2-mediated advanced oxidation processes (AOPs).
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mengfan Luo, Heng Zhang, Yi Ren, Hongyu Zhou, Peng Zhou, Chuan-Shu He, Zhaokun Xiong, Ye Du, Yang Liu, Bo Lai
Summary: Oxyanions, natural constituents in water, have been shown to enhance the decontamination efficiency of permanganate. However, the mechanism behind this enhancement is not well understood. This study systematically investigated the role of oxyanions in regulating the structural parameters of colloidal MnO2, leading to increased autocatalytic activity of Mn(VII). The results showed that oxyanions such as bicarbonate can improve the degradation of phenol by Mn(VII) through improved autocatalytic processes and structural changes in MnO2. Other oxyanions with appropriate ionic potentials also showed similar activation mechanisms. These findings enhance our understanding of Mn(VII) oxidation behavior and provide a theoretical foundation for designing enhanced Mn(VII) oxidation systems.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shuang Meng, Minglu Sun, Peng Zhang, Chenying Zhou, Chuanshu He, Heng Zhang, Yang Liu, Zhaokun Xiong, Peng Zhou, Bo Lai
Summary: Metal borides act as a new class of co-catalysts to enhance Fenton-like oxidation for environmental remediation, by steadily donating electrons to inactive Fe(III) and overcoming the drawbacks of Fenton-like reactions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Yu-Dan Dong, Yang Shi, Yong-Li He, Shu-Run Yang, Si-Ying Yu, Zhaokun Xiong, Heng Zhang, Gang Yao, Chuan-Shu He, Bo Lai
Summary: With the development of industry and agriculture, environmental pollution and water quality deterioration have become increasingly serious, posing a threat to human health. Fe-Mn-based materials, which are nontoxic, low-cost, easy to prepare, and highly efficient, have been widely used for wastewater decontamination. This review summarizes the synthesis methods and application progress of Fe-Mn-based materials in various catalysis processes, highlighting their potential in environmental remediation.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kaiyuan Luo, Yang Shi, Rongfu Huang, Xipeng Wei, Zelin Wu, Peng Zhou, Heng Zhang, Yin Wang, Zhaokun Xiong, Bo Lai
Summary: This study demonstrated the efficient degradation of sulfisoxazole (SIZ) using N-doped iron-based porous carbon (Fe@N-C) as a catalyst to activate periodate (PI). The Fe@N-C catalyst exhibited high catalytic activity, stable structure, and excellent electron transfer activity. The non-radical pathway was identified as the dominant degradation mechanism, which was supported by scavenging experiments, electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) analysis, salt bridge experiments, and electrochemical experiments. Fe@N-C mediated the electron transfer from organic contaminant molecules to PI, improving the efficiency of PI utilization. This study provides new insights into the application of Fe@N-C activated PI in wastewater treatment.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qin Yin, Haihong Yan, Yu Liang, Haiyan Wang, Pingzhou Duan, Bo Lai
Summary: In this study, biochar derived from cyanobacteria was decorated with N atoms to enhance its catalytic performance in PDS activation. The mechanism of TC degradation was comprehensively studied, showing the crucial role of 1O2 formation and surficial reactive complexes derived from PDS attacking the adsorbed TC molecules. It was proven that N-doping accelerates electron transfer between TC and PDS and strengthens non-radical pathway mediated by sp2 defects.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shuai Yang, Yang Shi, Xinhao Wang, Yang Liu, Yi Ren, Wei Li, Heng Zhang, Xiaoqiang Dai, Weiyi Sun, Bo Lai
Summary: This study discovered that natural organic matter, especially ortho-quinones, can participate in the transformation of sulfonamide antibiotics. An efficient approach for sulfonamide antibiotics elimination was introduced by oxidizing ortho-dihydroxyl structures using periodate. The results showed the generation of ortho-benzoquinone in the periodate/catechol system and its high degradation capability towards sulfamethoxazole, as well as other sulfonamide antibiotics.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rongrong Ding, Guannan Zhou, Chuanshu He, Wenqiang Li, Yiran Wang, Xiaocheng Liu, Bo Lai, Yang Mu
Summary: This study highlights the influence of coexisting heavy metals on the degradation of contaminants during FeS oxygenation. The introduction of Co2+ and Ni2+ significantly enhances the degradation of bisphenol A by increasing the generation of reactive species.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENT AND ENERGY
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xinping Zhang, Yuxin Guo, Xiaoyang Liu, Shun-Yu Wu, Ya-Xuan Zhu, Shao-Zhe Wang, Qiu-Yi Duan, Ke-Fei Xu, Zi-Heng Li, Xiao-Yu Zhu, Guang-Yu Pan, Fu-Gen Wu
Summary: This study develops a nanotrigger HCFT for simultaneous photodynamic therapy and light-triggered ferroptosis therapy. The nanotrigger can relieve tumor hypoxia, induce enhanced photodynamic reaction, and facilitate the continuation of Fenton reaction, ultimately leading to lethal ferroptosis in tumor cells.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Olumide Bolarinwa Ayodele, Toyin Daniel Shittu, Olayinka S. Togunwa, Dan Yu, Zhen-Yu Tian
Summary: This study focused on the semihydrogenation of acetylene in an ethylene-rich stream using two alloyed Pt catalysts PtCu and PtCo. The PtCu catalyst showed higher activity and ethylene yield compared to PtCo due to its higher unoccupied Pt d-orbital density. This indicates that alloying Pt with Cu is more promising for industrial relevant SHA catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guowei Chen, Wen-Cheng Chen, Yaozu Su, Ruicheng Wang, Jia-Ming Jin, Hui Liang, Bingxue Tan, Dehua Hu, Shaomin Ji, Hao-Li Zhang, Yanping Huo, Yuguang Ma
Summary: This study proposes an intramolecular dual-locking design for organic luminescent materials, achieving high luminescence efficiency and performance for deep-blue organic light-emitting diodes. The material also exhibits unique mechanochromic luminescence behavior and strong fatigue resistance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Joren van Stee, Gregory Hermans, Jinu Joseph John, Koen Binnemans, Tom Van Gerven
Summary: This work presents a continuous solvent extraction method for the separation of cobalt and nickel in a millifluidic system using Cyphos IL 101 (C101) as the extractant. The optimal conditions for extraction performance and solvent properties were determined by investigating the effects of channel length, flow rate, and temperature. The performance of a developed manifold structure was compared to a single-channel system, and excellent separation results were achieved. The continuous separation process using the manifold structure resulted in high purity cobalt and nickel products.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yan Xu, Jingai Jiang, Xinyi Lv, Hui Li, Dongliang Yang, Wenjun Wang, Yanling Hu, Longcai Liu, Xiaochen Dong, Yu Cai
Summary: A programmed gas release nanoparticle was developed to address the challenges in treating diabetic infected wounds. It effectively removes drug-resistant pathogens and remodels the wound microenvironment using NO and H2S. The nanoparticle can eliminate bacteria and promote wound healing through antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tong Xia, Zhilin Xi, Lianquan Suo, Chen Wang
Summary: This study investigated a highly efficient coal dust suppressant with low initial viscosity and high adhesion-solidification properties. The results demonstrated that the dust suppressant formed a network of multiple hydrogen bonding cross-linking and achieved effective adhesion and solidification of coal dust through various chemical reactions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinzhi Cai, Zhenshan Li
Summary: A density functional theory-based rate equation was developed to predict the gas-solid reaction kinetics of CaO carbonation with CO2 in calcium looping. The negative activation energy of CaO carbonation close to equilibrium was accurately predicted through experimental validation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jianxiong Chen, Fuhao Ren, Ningning Yin, Jie Mao
Summary: This study presents an economically efficient and easily implementable surface modification approach to enhance the high-temperature electrical insulation and energy storage performance of polymer dielectrics. The self-assembly of high-insulation-performance boron nitride nanosheets (BNNS) on the film surface through electrostatic interactions effectively impedes charge injection from electrodes while promoting charge dissipation and heat transfer.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zijian Li, Zhaohui Yang, Shao Wang, Hongxia Luo, Zhimin Xue, Zhenghui Liu, Tiancheng Mu
Summary: This study reports a strategy for upgrading polyester plastics into value-added chemicals using electrocatalytic methods. By inducing the targeted transfer of *OH species, polyethylene terephthalate was successfully upgraded into potassium diformate with high purity. This work not only develops an excellent electrocatalyst, but also provides guidance for the design of medium entropy metal oxides.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Navneet Singh Shekhawat, Surendra Kumar Patra, Ashok Kumar Patra, Bamaprasad Bag
Summary: This study primarily focuses on developing a sulphur dyeing process at room temperature using bacterial Lysate, which is environmentally friendly, energy and cost effective, and sustainable. The process shows promising improvements in dye uptake and fastness properties.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Dengjia Shen, Hongyang Ma, Madani Khan, Benjamin S. Hsiao
Summary: This study developed cationic PVC nanofibrous membranes with high filtration and adsorption capability for the removal of bacteria and hexavalent chromium ions from wastewater. The membranes demonstrated remarkable performance in terms of filtration efficiency and maximum adsorption capacity. Additionally, modified nanofibrous membranes were produced using recycled materials and showed excellent retention rates in dynamic adsorption processes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaoyan Wang, Zhikun Wang, Ben Jia, Chunling Li, Shuangqing Sun, Songqing Hu
Summary: Inspired by photosystem II, self-supported Fe-doped NiCoP nanowire arrays modified with carboxylate were constructed to boost industrial-level overall water splitting by employing the concerted proton-coupled electron transfer mechanism. The introduction of Fe and carboxyl ligand led to improved catalytic activity for HER and OER, and NCFCP@NF exhibited long-term durability for overall water splitting.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pengyao Yu, Ge Yang, Yongming Chai, Lubomira Tosheva, Chunzheng Wang, Heqing Jiang, Chenguang Liu, Hailing Guo
Summary: Thin LTA zeolite membranes were prepared through secondary growth of nano LTA seeds in a highly reactive gel, resulting in membranes with superior permeability and selectivity in gas separation applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Baiqin Zhou, Huiping Li, Ziyu Wang, Hui Huang, Yujun Wang, Ruichun Yang, Ranran Huo, Xiaoyan Xu, Ting Zhou, Xiaochen Dong
Summary: The use of machine learning to predict the performance of specific adsorbents in phosphate adsorption shows great promise in saving time and revealing underlying mechanisms. However, the small size of the dataset and insufficient detailed information limits the model training process and the accuracy of results. To address this, the study employs a fuzzing strategy that replaces detailed numeric information with descriptive text messages on the physiochemical properties of adsorbents. This strategy allows the recovery of discarded samples with limited information, leading to accurate prediction of adsorption amount, capacity, and kinetics. The study also finds that phosphate uptake by adsorbents is generally through physisorption, with some involvement of chemisorption. The framework established in this study provides a practical approach for quickly predicting phosphate adsorption performance in urgent scenarios, using easily accessible information.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Paula Alejandra Lamprea Pineda, Joren Bruneel, Kristof Demeestere, Lisa Deraedt, Tex Goetschalckx, Herman Van Langenhove, Christophe Walgraeve
Summary: This study evaluates the use of four esterified fatty acids and three vegetable oils as absorption liquids for hydrophobic VOCs. The experimental results show that isopropyl myristate is the most efficient liquid for absorbing the target VOCs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)