Review
Energy & Fuels
Carsten Wedler, J. P. Martin Trusler
Summary: Biodiesel fuels are comprised of a mixture of different fatty acid esters, which have significant effects on combustion and storage. This study reviews the available experimental data on density and viscosity of fatty acid methyl, ethyl, and butyl esters and identifies gaps in the literature. The research includes 16 different esters from three ester families and provides an overview of generalized models for describing density and viscosity at elevated pressures.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Soumaya Bouguerra Neji, Asma Chaari, Miguel Ladero Galan, Fakher Frikha, Mohamed Bouaziz
Summary: This study investigated the production of polyol ester from esterification of acid (OA) and glycerol, which yielded high concentrations of monoglycerides. The optimal reaction conditions were 200°C reaction temperature, 0.2% w/w catalyst KSF, and a glycerol/oleic acid ratio of 3:1, resulting in a yield of 71.8% and a selectivity of 80%.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Yang Zhang, Jie Peng, Huimin Zhao, Shuobo Shi
Summary: By constructing FAEE biosynthetic pathways, mutating the bifunctional enzyme, and employing different cultivation strategies, the production of FAEEs in Rhodotorula toruloides was successfully improved. Most of the produced FAEEs were secreted out of the cell, which could greatly reduce downstream processing costs.
BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR BIOFUELS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
J. J. Torres, N. A. Ochoa, C. L. Pagliero
Summary: This study developed a method for removing glycerol, a critical by-product in crude biodiesel, using a microfiltration composite ceramic membrane. By using this method, the researchers achieved a reduction of 38.1-69.3% in glycerol concentration. The results also showed that the addition of Span 80 did not improve the separation efficiency. The evaluation of the method received a score of 9 out of 10.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Priya Kumari, Juhi Sharma, Anup Kumar Singh, Ajay Kumar Pandey, Farnaz Yusuf, Shashi Kumar, Naseem A. Gaur
Summary: Developing microbial chassis for synthesizing value-added compounds is an eco-friendly approach to minimize the impacts of overusing fossil fuels and harsh chemicals. This study focused on modifying the fatty acid biosynthesis pathway in a strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae to produce fatty acid ethyl ester (FAEE) with high yield and titer. The engineered strain showed promising results, producing FAEE at a high titer and with a high percentage of monounsaturated fatty acids.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Miquele L. Padula, Arthur S. Romero, Dachamir Hotza, Murilo D. M. Innocentini, Maria E. G. Pinto, Augusto S. Pedrini, Evertan Rebelatto, Luiz Fernando B. Ribeiro, Guilherme Zin, J. Vladimir Oliveira, Marco Di Luccio
Summary: This study investigated the efficiency of microfiltration with a polymeric membrane for the dehydration of fatty acid ester mixtures. The modified membrane showed improved performance with higher fluxes and enhanced dehydration compared to the unmodified control membrane.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Xuejin Sun, Maria Jade Catalan Opulencia, Taranenko Pavel Alexandrovich, Afrasyab Khan, Mohammed Algarni, Anas Abdelrahman
Summary: In this study, Machine Learning (ML) approaches were used to simulate and optimize the biodiesel production process and predict the yield. Comparing the performance of different models, the MLP model showed the highest accuracy. Optimization using the MLP approach resulted in a high yield.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Akash Anandraj, Sarah White, Joseph K. Bwapwa
Summary: Temperature and nutrient conditions affect the physiology and FAME composition of Chlorella sp., with dual stress leading to increased lipid yield. Identified FAMEs C-16 and C-18 have potential for quality biodiesel and aviation fuel.
BIOFUELS BIOPRODUCTS & BIOREFINING-BIOFPR
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Arslan Sarwar, Linh Thanh Nguyen, Eun Yeol Lee
Summary: This study demonstrates the efficient upgrading of ethanol to fatty acid ethyl esters (FAEEs) using Pseudomonas putida KT2440, achieving high yields through gene expression and culture optimization. It provides a basis for integrating bioethanol production with the efficient conversion of ethanol to biodiesel.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
M. Matbouei, D. P. Weston, Xingzhong Liang, S. Hainsworth
Summary: Biodiesel is increasingly used in engine applications to reduce harmful emissions, but it is more corrosive to metallic components compared to petroleum diesel. This study found that corrosion rates were significantly faster for copper and brass compared to mild steel and aluminum alloys, with copper causing chain scission and greater biodiesel degradation. Activation energies for corrosion were also calculated for different metals, showing a direct reaction between copper and fatty acids leading to faster corrosion rates.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Raquel B. Gomez-Coca, Maria del Carmen Perez-Camino, Paul Brereton, Alessandra Bendini, Tullia Gallina Toschi, Wenceslao Moreda
Summary: In this study, a method for determining FAEE in olive oils using SPE/GC-FID was presented. The method was validated and internationally tested, showing good linearity, low LOD and LOQ, and stable repeatability. Additionally, the method provided advantages in terms of time and solvent reduction compared to the official method.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Xiaohong Hao, Hang Suo, Guanhua Zhang, Peixing Xu, Xin Gao, Su Du
Summary: This paper investigated the enzymatic production of FAEE from waste oil and ethanol under different conditions. The results showed that the conversion rate of FAEE was significantly improved under the ultrasound-assisted DES system, with synergistic effects of ultrasonic power and reaction temperature.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria Mihailescu, Adina Negrea, Mihaela Ciopec, Petru Negrea, Narcis Duteanu, Ion Grozav, Paula Svera, Cosmin Vancea, Alina Barbulescu, Cristian Stefan Dumitriu
Summary: The study optimized the gold recovery from residual solutions using Am-L-GA through factorial design experiment. It was found that the initial gold concentration plays a critical role in the adsorption process, while contact time has a slightly positive effect, and pH and temperature do not influence the adsorption capacity.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yan Cao, Jiang Du, Yu Bai, Mahdi Ghadiri, Samira Mohammadinia
Summary: The study proposed an artificial intelligence method based on support vector machine algorithm optimized by Grey wolf optimization algorithm to estimate the surface tension of biodiesels. The developed model showed the best predictive performance compared to existing models, with a determined R-squared value of 0.9905 for support vector machine.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mia Gotovusa, Mihovil Medic, Fabio Faraguna, Matea Sibalic, Lucija Konjevic, Jelena Parlov Vukovic, Marko Racar
Summary: This study optimized the conversion of biodiesel by adjusting parameters such as temperature, time, molar ratio, and catalyst mass, and evaluated the properties of fatty acid propyl esters blended with diesel.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Aleksandra Perovic, Mihajlo Z. Stankovic, Vlada B. Veljkovic, Milan D. Kostic, Olivera S. Stamenkovic
Summary: Hydrodistillation was used to extract essential oil from lavender flowers. The study aimed to model the kinetics of lavender essential oil hydrodistillation, evaluate the impact of hydromodule and time on oil yield, and determine optimal process conditions. Increasing hydromodule reduced oil yield but increased washing and diffusion rate constants.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Biljana S. Dordevic, Zoran B. Todorovic, Dragan Z. Troter, Ljiljana P. Stanojevic, Gordana S. Stojanovic, Ivica G. Dalovic, Petar M. Mitrovic, Vlada B. Veljkovic
Summary: This study investigated the use of deep eutectic solvents to extract black mustard seed, resulting in high levels of total phenolics and flavonoids with strong antioxidant activity, especially when using mixed solvents. The extracts contained various active compounds and could potentially be applied in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
JOURNAL OF FOOD MEASUREMENT AND CHARACTERIZATION
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Marija R. Miladinovic, Jugoslav B. Krstic, Miodrag Zdujic, Ljiljana M. Veselinovic, Djordje N. Veljovic, Ivana B. Bankovic-Ilic, Olivera S. Stamenkovic, Vlada B. Veljkovic
Summary: The hazelnut shell ash was investigated as a new base catalyst for biodiesel synthesis, achieving the highest ester content of 98% at 5% catalyst loading, 12:1 methanol-to-oil molar ratio, and 10 minutes reaction time. Homogeneous catalysis due to catalyst leaching was confirmed to contribute to the reaction, but did not determine the overall reaction rate.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Milan D. Kostic, Ana B. Bijelic, Olivera S. Stamenkovic, Vlada B. Veljkovic
Summary: The study investigated the production of biodiesel from used cooking oils in the presence of slaked lime catalyst and triethanolamine:menthol deep eutectic solvent. The deep eutectic solvent accelerated the transesterification reaction, following a pseudo-first-order rate law. The highest reaction rate constant was achieved using cooking oil from frying pork steaks at 60°C. The activated energy increased in the order of French fries, chicken breasts, and pork steaks.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRESS & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zoran B. Todorovic, Biljana S. Dordevic, Dragan Z. Troter, Ljiljana M. Veselinovic, Miodrag V. Zdujic, Vlada B. Veljkovic
Summary: Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) are versatile designer solvents with adjustable physicochemical properties. This study measured the physical and thermodynamic properties of three lecithin-based DESs with glycerol, triethanolamine, and oleic acid as additives. The viscosity was fitted using Arrhenius-type and Vogel-Tamman-Fulcher equations, and the density, viscosity, and refractive index of the DESs decreased with increasing temperature. The LEC:G DES exhibited the lowest density. It was also used as a co-solvent to accelerate the ethanolysis reaction of cold-pressed black mustard seed oil catalyzed by calcined or non-calcined CaO, leading to faster separation of the reaction mixture.
HEMIJSKA INDUSTRIJA
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Marija R. Miladinovic, Stefan Pavlovic, Ivana B. Bankovic-Ilic, Milan D. Kostic, Olivera S. Stamenkovic, Vlada B. Veljkovic
Summary: The possibilities of using waste plum stones in biodiesel production were examined. The plum kernels were used to obtain oil, while the remaining plum stone shells and kernel cake were burned to obtain ashes. The collected ashes were characterized and tested for catalytic activity in the transesterification of esterified plum kernel oil. The most effective catalyst was the plum stone shell ash, and its reusability was also investigated.
HEMIJSKA INDUSTRIJA
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Vlada B. Veljkovic, Ivana B. Bankovic Ilic, Dejan U. Skala
Summary: Reciprocating plate columns (RPCs) are an important type of multiphase contactors and reactors that maximize the effects of mechanical agitation and minimize adverse effects. RPCs are the most suitable contactor or reactor for performing complex actions in multiphase systems. This paper reviews the fundamental research and application of RPCs in Serbia over the past fifty years, analyzing hydrodynamic and mass-transfer characteristics, and discussing the use of RPCs as reactors in bioprocesses and biodiesel production processes.
HEMIJSKA INDUSTRIJA
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Marija Miladinovic, Milica Petkovic, Ivana Bankovic-Ilic, Sandra Konstantinovic, Vlada Veljkovic
Summary: Oil methanolysis over modified CaO catalysts with glycerol and ChCl:Gly DES was studied to evaluate catalytic performance and define a kinetic model. FTIR was used to confirm the formation of CaO complexes. Different catalyst loadings and methanol-to-oil ratios were applied, showing valid applicability of two kinetic models for describing the reactions catalyzed by both complexes.
HEMIJSKA INDUSTRIJA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Marija B. Tasic, Miona S. Stankovic, Milan D. Kostic, Olivera S. Stamenkovic, Vlada B. Veljkovic
Summary: This study evaluated the design, economic feasibility, and environmental impact of biodiesel production from apple seed oil obtained from apple pomace. The results showed that the process is viable and environmentally friendly.
CHEMICAL INDUSTRY & CHEMICAL ENGINEERING QUARTERLY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Bojana R. Danilovic, Natalija G. Djordjevic, Ivana T. Karabegovic, Dragan Z. Troter, Dragisa S. Savic, Vlada B. Veljkovic
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effect of ultrasound and deep eutectic solvent (DES) pretreatment on lipid yield from green microalgae, and the results showed that using efficient and environmentally friendly DESs resulted in a higher lipid yield.
CHEMICAL INDUSTRY & CHEMICAL ENGINEERING QUARTERLY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ana Velickovic, Jelena Avramovic, Milan Kostic, Jugoslav B. Krstic, Olivera Stamenkovic, Vlada B. Veljkovic
Summary: Wheat straw ash was found to be an effective catalyst in biodiesel production from sunflower oil, with optimized conditions resulting in a high FAME content of 98.6%. The statistical criteria values indicated the acceptability and precision of the developed model, while the FAME content decreased with reuse.
HEMIJSKA INDUSTRIJA
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yingna Du, Chen Huang, Wei Jiang, Qiangwei Yan, Yongfei Li, Gang Chen
Summary: In this study, anionic surfactants modified hydrotalcite was used as a flow improver for crude oil under low-temperature conditions. The modified hydrotalcite showed a significant viscosity reduction effect on crude oil. The mechanism of the modified hydrotalcite on viscosity and pour point of crude oil was explored through characterization and analysis of the modified hydrotalcite and oil samples.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Mohammad Saeid Rostami, Mohammad Mehdi Khodaei
Summary: In this study, a hybrid structure, MIL-53(Al)@MWCNT, was synthesized by combining MIL-53(Al) particles and -COOH functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT). The hybrid structure was then embedded in a polyethersulfone (PES) polymer matrix to prepare a mixed matrix membrane (MMM) for CO2/CH4 and CO2/N2 separation. The addition of MWCNTs prevented MIL-53(Al) aggregation, improved membrane mechanical properties, and enhanced gas separation efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yunlong Li, Desheng Huang, Xiaomeng Dong, Daoyong Yang
Summary: This study develops theoretical and experimental techniques to determine the phase behavior and physical properties of DME/flue gas/water/heavy oil systems. Eight constant composition expansion (CCE) tests are conducted to obtain new experimental data. A thermodynamic model is used to accurately predict saturation pressure and swelling factors, as well as the phase boundaries of N2/heavy oil systems and DME/CO2/heavy oil systems, with high accuracy.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Morteza Afkhamipour, Ebad Seifi, Arash Esmaeili, Mohammad Shamsi, Tohid N. Borhani
Summary: Non-conventional amines are being researched worldwide to overcome the limitations of traditional amines like MEA and MDEA. Adequate process and thermodynamic models are crucial for understanding the applicability and performance of these amines in CO2 absorption, but studies on process modeling for these amines are limited. This study used rate-based modeling and Deshmukh-Mather method to model CO2 absorption by DETA solution in a packed column, validated the model with experimental data, and conducted a sensitivity analysis of mass transfer correlations. The study also compared the CO2 absorption efficiency of DETA solution with an ionic solvent [bmim]-[PF6] and highlighted the importance of finding optimum operational parameters for maximum absorption efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Arastoo Abdi, Mohamad Awarke, M. Reza Malayeri, Masoud Riazi
Summary: The utilization of smart water in EOR operations has gained attention, but more research is needed to understand the complex mechanisms involved. This study investigated the interfacial tension between smart water and crude oil, considering factors such as salt, pH, asphaltene type, and aged smart water. The results revealed that the hydration of ions in smart water plays a key role in its efficacy, with acidic and basic asphaltene acting as intrinsic surfactants. The pH also influenced the interfacial tension, and the aged smart water's interaction with crude oil depended on asphaltene type, salt, and salinity.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Dongao Zhu, Kun Zhu, Lixian Xu, Haiyan Huang, Jing He, Wenshuai Zhu, Huaming Li, Wei Jiang
Summary: In this study, cobalt-based metal-organic frameworks (Co-based MOFs) were used as supports and co-catalysts to confine the NHPI catalyst, solving the leaching issue. The NHPI@Co-MOF with carboxyl groups exhibited stronger acidity and facilitated the generation of active oxygen radicals O2•, resulting in enhanced catalytic activity. This research provides valuable insights into the selection of suitable organic linkers and broadens the research horizon of MOF hybrids in efficient oxidative desulfurization (ODS) applications.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Edwin G. Hoyos, Gloria Amo-Duodu, U. Gulsum Kiral, Laura Vargas-Estrada, Raquel Lebrero, Rail Munoz
Summary: This study investigated the impact of carbon-coated zero-valent nanoparticle concentration on photosynthetic biogas upgrading. The addition of nanoparticles significantly increased microalgae productivity and enhanced nitrogen and phosphorus assimilation. The presence of nanoparticles also improved the quality of biomethane produced.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yao Xiao, Asma Leghari, Linfeng Liu, Fangchao Yu, Ming Gao, Lu Ding, Yu Yang, Xueli Chen, Xiaoyu Yan, Fuchen Wang
Summary: Iron is added as a flocculant in wastewater treatment and the hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) of sludge produces wastewater containing Fe. This study investigates the effect of aqueous phase (AP) recycling on hydrochar properties, iron evolution and environmental assessment during HTC of sludge. The results show that AP recycling process improves the dewatering performance of hydrochar and facilitates the recovery of Fe from the liquid phase.
Article
Energy & Fuels
He Liang, Tao Wang, Zhenmin Luo, Jianliang Yu, Weizhai Yi, Fangming Cheng, Jingyu Zhao, Xingqing Yan, Jun Deng, Jihao Shi
Summary: This study investigated the influence of inhibitors (carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and heptafluoropropane) on the lower flammability limit of hydrogen and determined the critical inhibitory concentration needed for complete suppression. The impact of inhibitors on explosive characteristics was evaluated, and the inhibitory mechanism was analyzed with chemical kinetics. The results showed that with the increase of inhibitor quantity, the lower flammability limit of hydrogen also increased. The research findings can contribute to the safe utilization of hydrogen energy.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Zonghui Liu, Zhongze Zhang, Yali Zhou, Ziling Wang, Mingyang Du, Zhe Wen, Bing Yan, Qingxiang Ma, Na Liu, Bing Xue
Summary: In this study, high-performance solid catalysts based on phosphotungstic acid (HPW) supported on Zr-SBA-15 were synthesized and evaluated for the one-pot conversion of furfural (FUR) to γ-valerolactone (GVL). The catalysts were characterized using various techniques, and the ratio of HPW and Zr was found to significantly affect the selectivity of GVL. The HPW/Zr-SBA-15 (2-4-15) catalyst exhibited the highest GVL yield (83%) under optimized reaction conditions, and it was determined that a balance between Bronsted acid sites (BAS) and Lewis acid sites (LAS) was crucial for achieving higher catalytic performance. The reaction parameters and catalyst stability were also investigated.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Michael Stoehr, Stephan Ruoff, Bastian Rauch, Wolfgang Meier, Patrick Le Clercq
Summary: As part of the global energy transition, an experimental study was conducted to understand the effects of different fuel properties on droplet vaporization for various conventional and alternative fuels. The study utilized a flow channel to measure the evolution of droplet diameters over time and distance. The results revealed the temperature-dependent effects of physical properties, such as boiling point, liquid density, and enthalpy of vaporization, and showed the complex interactions of preferential vaporization and temperature-dependent influences of physical properties for multi-component fuels.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yuan Zhuang, Ruikang Wu, Xinyan Wang, Rui Zhai, Changyong Gao
Summary: Through experimental validation and optimization of the chemical kinetic model, it was found that methanol can accelerate the oxidation reaction of ammonia, and methanol can be rapidly oxidized at high concentration. HO2 was found to generate a significant amount of OH radicals, facilitating the oxidation of methanol and ammonia. Rating: 7.5/10.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Radwan M. EL-Zohairy, Ahmed S. Attia, A. S. Huzayyin, Ahmed I. EL-Seesy
Summary: This paper presents a lab-scale experimental study on the impact of diethyl ether (DEE) as an additive to waste cooking oil biodiesel with Jet A-1 on combustion and emission features of a swirl-stabilized premixed flame. The addition of DEE to biodiesel significantly affects the flame temperature distribution and emissions. The W20D20 blend of DEE, biodiesel, and Jet A-1 shows similar flame temperature distribution to Jet A-1 and significantly reduces UHC, CO, and NOx emissions compared to Jet A-1.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jiang Bian, Ziyuan Zhao, Yang Liu, Ran Cheng, Xuerui Zang, Xuewen Cao
Summary: This study presents a novel method for ammonia separation using supersonic flow and develops a mathematical model to investigate the condensation phenomenon. The results demonstrate that the L-P nucleation model accurately characterizes the nucleation process of ammonia at low temperatures. Numerical simulations also show that increasing pressure and concentration can enhance ammonia condensation efficiency.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shiyuan Pan, Xiaodan Shi, Beibei Dong, Jan Skvaril, Haoran Zhang, Yongtu Liang, Hailong Li
Summary: Integrating CO2 capture with biomass-fired combined heat and power (bio-CHP) plants is a promising method for achieving negative emissions. This study develops a reliable data-driven model based on the Transformer architecture to predict the flowrate and CO2 concentration of flue gas in real time. The model validation shows high prediction accuracy, and the potential impact of meteorological parameters on model accuracy is assessed. The results demonstrate that the Transformer model outperforms other models and using near-infrared spectral data as input features improves the prediction accuracy.