Review
Engineering, Mechanical
Xiaotian Zhang, Changhe Li, Zongming Zhou, Bo Liu, Yanbin Zhang, Min Yang, Teng Gao, Mingzheng Liu, Naiqing Zhang, Zafar Said, Shubham Sharma, Hafiz Muhammad Ali
Summary: Cutting fluid plays a crucial role in machining to ensure surface quality and accuracy. Traditional mineral oil-based fluids are no longer suitable due to health and environmental concerns. Vegetable oil is a renewable and pollution-free alternative, but lacks important properties for machining. This study investigates the effects of viscosity, surface tension, and molecular structure of vegetable oil on cooling and lubricating properties. It also explores the application of chemical modification and antioxidant additives. The study provides theoretical guidance for using vegetable oil in lubrication and cooling, promoting sustainable development in the manufacturing industry.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Samuel Gemsprim Muthurathinam, Ashoka Varthanan Perumal
Summary: The lubricating ability of vegetable oil-based lubricant additives with commercially used engine lubricant is studied in this article. The biolubricant blends, such as N10, P10, P20, and N20, are capable of significantly reducing wear and have appreciable frictional coefficients. These blends can be considered as primary alternatives to conventional lubricants in the long term.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chunpeng Han, Xiaoyu Yang, Liang Li
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different types (soybean oil, peanut oil, and corn oil) and concentrations (3% - 15%) of vegetable oil on the physicochemical characteristics and microstructure of soybean protein isolate-vegetable oil complex gel induced by lactic acid bacteria (LSOG). The results showed that adding vegetable oil, especially soybean oil, successfully increased the hardness, water holding capacity, and storage modulus of LSOG. A higher concentration of 12% soybean oil led to the highest hardness, attributed to strong hydrophobic interactions and disulfide bonds. The presence of soybean oil as a filler improved the stability of the gel structure, as demonstrated by increased thermal stability.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xin Wang, Zihao Wei, Changhu Xue
Summary: Ovotransferrin is a natural protein with abundant nutritional value and various functionalities, which can be widely applied in the food industry. It has the ability to bind and release iron, with various processing techniques and interactions with other food ingredients significantly affecting its physicochemical properties. Assembly of ovotransferrin can create particles with different characteristics, showing great potential in food delivery systems.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Yifei Fang, Wenyan Zhou, Junsheng He, Xinrang Zhai, Feng He, Wei Wei
Summary: This study investigated the effects of oxidation on the physicochemical properties and biological functions of chondroitin sulfate (CS). The results showed that chemical modification altered CS's absorption peaks, thermal stability, and molecular structure, and had an impact on cell viability and proliferation.
Review
Engineering, Mechanical
Rakesh Narayana Sarma, Ravikrishnan Vinu
Summary: This paper compares the properties and uses of biolubricants with conventional mineral-based lubricants, highlighting the importance of utilizing waste-derived oils. The properties, applications, and limitations of non-edible oils and waste-derived oils are discussed in the context of biolubricants.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ivan Dominguez-Candela, Alejandro Lerma-Canto, Salvador Cayetano Cardona, Jaime Lora, Vicent Fombuena
Summary: In this study, a novel epoxidized vegetable oil from chia seed oil (CSO) has been obtained for use in the polymeric industry. The effects of key parameters on the epoxidation process were evaluated, and the best conditions were found to be at 75 degrees C and H2O2:DB (1.50:1).
Review
Food Science & Technology
Qais Ali Al-Maqtari, Bo Li, Hong-Ju He, Amer Ali Mahdi, Waleed Al-Ansi, Adnan Saeed
Summary: Sweet potato is an important food crop in many countries with different levels of digestible starch. However, the quality of separation process and final product can vary due to various factors including starch separateness parameters.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chiew Tin Lee, Mei Bao Lee, Guo Ren Mong, William Woei Fong Chong
Summary: Vegetable oil-based bio-lubricants have the potential to replace mineral oil-based lubricants due to their biodegradability and renewability. However, there is a lack of detailed research on the tribological and physicochemical properties of these bio-lubricants. This study conducted a bibliometric analysis to examine the focus, trend, and future direction of vegetable oil-based bio-lubricants.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xiaoyun Zhao, Lingjun Zeng, Qilin Huang, Binjia Zhang, Jiaqi Zhang, Xing Wen
Summary: This study investigates the effects of oil modification on tapioca starch, revealing that oil increases granule agglomeration and size, and destroys the crystalline structure. However, it does not affect the molecular structure of starch. Furthermore, oil modification enhances shear resistance and reduces viscosity and gelatinization enthalpy. Oil-modified tapioca starch, particularly Oil-CTS, exhibits excellent emulsion stability for potential applications in emulsion stabilization.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Shubhangi Srivastava, Hari Niwas Mishra
Summary: Cookies were formulated using microencapsulated oil powder, with the optimized blend containing soy protein, milk protein isolate, sunflower oil, and sesame oil. The study found that substituting up to 40% of the cookie ingredients with oil powder did not significantly affect sensory characteristics, while increasing antioxidant capacity. Test results also showed an increase in hardness and a decrease in moisture content in the cookies with oil powder.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Feng Zhao, Rongji Li, Yun Liu, Haiyan Chen
Summary: Egg yolk lecithin has various physiological activities and can be extracted using different methods. However, the changes in extraction methods and functional activity of egg yolk lecithin are still debated. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the molecular structure, extraction method, and functional activity of egg yolk lecithin, serving as a valuable reference for future development of egg yolk lecithin products.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Muhammad Yazid Samatra, Nor Qhairul Izzreen Mohd Noor, Umi Hartina Mohamad Razali, Jamilah Bakar, Sharifudin Md. Shaarani
Summary: Gelatin is a multifunctional biopolymer widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries. Porcine gelatin is the leading source globally, but its consumption is prohibited by Muslims and the Jewish community. The demand for gelatin is expected to increase significantly in the future, hence the need for a sustainable and efficient source that is free from disease transmission. This review discusses the modifications of extraction and processing methods to improve the physicochemical and functional properties of Bovidae-based gelatin. The unique characteristics and qualities of Bovidae-based gelatin, as well as its applications and prospects as the preferred gelatin source globally, are also highlighted.
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND FOOD SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zahra Piravi-vanak, Sodeif Azadmard-Damirchi, Danial Kahrizi, Nargess Mooraki, Sezai Ercisli, Geoffrey P. Savage, Hossein Rostami Ahmadvandi, Fleming Martinez
Summary: The physicochemical properties of camelina oil obtained from different regions of Iran were determined in this study. The results showed that camelina oil could be used as an edible oil source with acceptable oxidative stability and valuable nutritional properties.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Hang Li, Liang Zou, Xin-Yan Li, Ding-Tao Wu, Hong-Yan Liu, Hua-Bin Li, Ren-You Gan
Summary: Adzuki bean, a legume with distinct nutritional properties, is becoming a research focus. This review summarizes its chemical compositions, health benefits, applications, and provides suggestions on how to better utilize it for functional grain development.
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND FOOD SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Laura de Andrade Souza, Denise Ramos Moreira, Nagila Maria Pontes Silva Ricardo, Martin Edmund Maier, Paulo Roberto Campos Flexa Ribeiro Filho, Francisco Murilo Tavares Luna, Cesar Liberato Petzhold
Summary: Vegetable oils, such as castor oil, are potential alternatives to fossil lubricants due to their abundance, low cost, excellent performance, and eco-friendliness. However, castor oil has poor thermal-oxidative stability and high pour point. This study aimed to improve the properties of castor oil by introducing aromatic amines through transesterification and ring opening reactions. The presence of aromatic amines increased viscosity but decreased viscosity index, while also enhancing thermal and oxidative stability.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN OIL CHEMISTS SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ayelen F. Crespi, Daniel Vega, Ana L. L. Perez, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon, Juan M. M. Lazaro-Martinez
Summary: Novel coordination compounds, including mono- and binuclear copper complexes and a zinc complex, were synthesized and studied to determine the chemical functionalization of the carbonyl group in N-methyl-2-imidazolecarboxaldehyde ligand. X-ray crystallography was used as an indispensable tool for the analysis, as the chemical identification of the functional group is challenging due to the NMR signal interference caused by copper ions. The study revealed the aldehyde and gem-diol forms of the imidazole ligands in copper complexes, and the presence of gem-diol and carboxylate moieties in the crystal lattice of the zinc complex.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Marilia R. Oliveira, Juan A. Cecilia, Juliana F. De Conto, Silvia M. Egues, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon
Summary: It is well-known that there is a constant global search for sustainable technologies that can effectively reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in order to combat climate change. This study focused on the synthesis of silica-based adsorbents, MCM-41 and SBA-15, using a microwave reactor. The results showed that microwave irradiation greatly improved the properties and adsorption capacity of the silica materials, making them promising candidates for CO2 capture processes.
JOURNAL OF SOL-GEL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Luisa Macedo de Vasconcelos, Niedja Fittipaldi Vasconcelos, Diego Lomonaco, Morsyleide de Freitas Rosa, Enrique Rodriguez-castellon, Fabia Karine Andrade, Rodrigo Silveira Vieira
Summary: Bacterial cellulose (BC) membrane is a biopolymer with high purity and excellent properties. In this study, microwave-assisted chemical modification was used to oxidize wet BC membranes, while preserving their physical and mechanical properties. The results showed that microwave heating method can better protect the structure of cellulose, improve the oxidation effect, and have less impact on the crystalline structure of cellulose.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Paulo Roberto Campos Flexa Ribeiro Filho, Matheus Rocha do Nascimento, Silvia Shelly Otaviano da Silva, Francisco Murilo Tavares de Luna, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon, Celio Loureiro Cavalcante Jr
Summary: This study synthesized bio-based lubricants from the fatty acids of castor oil through esterification, epoxidation, and oxirane ring opening reactions. The sample obtained through the oxirane ring opening with water showed the best frictional performance and a lower friction coefficient compared to the commercial mineral oil.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Monique S. Souza, Antonio J. Martins, Jackson Anderson S. Ribeiro, Adriana Campos, Alcineia C. Oliveira, Rai F. Juca, Gilberto D. Saraiva, Marco Antonio M. Torres, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon, Rinaldo S. Araujo
Summary: Mesoporous Cu(Fe)/SBA-15 catalysts with different metal loadings were synthesized and characterized to investigate their structure, electronic properties, and catalytic performance. Both Cu-x/SBA-15 and Fe-x/SBA-15 showed activity in the selective catalytic reduction of NOx in the presence of CO (CO-SCR), but Cu-x/SBA-15 exhibited higher efficiency and poison tolerance compared to Fe-x/SBA-15. The low interaction among Fe nanoparticles, silica and clusters hindered the performance of Fe-10/SBA-15. XPS, EPR, and Raman spectroscopy confirmed the stability of the catalysts and the interaction of Cu2+ ions with SBA-15 in Cu-8/SBA-15, which contributed to its recyclability.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mariana Schneider, Karina Cesca, Suelen Maria de Amorim, Dachamir Hotza, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon, Regina F. P. M. Moreira
Summary: The use of nanofluids in enhanced oil recovery processes has gained attention due to the possibility to increase oil recovery from mature oil fields. Silica nanoparticles are widely used for nanofluid formulations, but there are obstacles such as stability, environmental and economic aspects, and the need for suitable large-scale production processes. This study evaluates oil recovery using silica-based nanofluids from different sources under various operational conditions, and demonstrates that silica from rice husk ash has comparable efficiency to other synthetic silica nanoparticles.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Paulo Roberto Campos Flexa Ribeiro Filho, Matheus Rocha do Nascimento, Celio Loureiro Cavalcante, Francisco Murilo Tavares de Luna
Summary: The demand for bio-based lubricants has increased due to growing environmental awareness. In this study, soybean-oil-based samples were synthesized and tested for tribological performance. The results showed that the bio-based lubricants had lower friction coefficients and wear compared to a mineral oil sample. Among the tested lubricants, BLOR showed the best performance. These findings suggest that bio-based lubricants have potential for use in mechanical systems.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Daniel Ballesteros-Plata, Yue Zhang, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon, Thierry Vincent, Eric Guibal
Summary: In this study, brown algal biomass residue obtained after bio-stimulant extraction was used for the removal of hazardous metals, including Ni(II), Cd(II), and La(III), from aqueous solutions. The residue showed a strong affinity for metal cations and achieved equilibrium within 180-240 min. This research demonstrates the potential valorization of industrial waste for the recovery of hazardous and strategic metal ions.
ADVANCED SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marilia R. Oliveira, Juan A. Cecilia, Daniel Ballesteros-Plata, Isabel Barroso-Martin, Pedro Nunez, Antonia Infantes-Molina, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon
Summary: The global demand for energy and industrial growth has led to a significant increase in the use of fossil fuels. In order to reduce CO2 emissions, this study explores the use of microwave irradiation as an alternative to conventional heating for zeolite A synthesis. The results demonstrate that microwave irradiation can effectively synthesize zeolite A while reducing both temperature and time.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mariana Schneider, Suelen Maria de Amorim, Karina Cesca, Julia da Silveira Salla, Dachamir Hotza, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon, Rosely Aparecida Peralta, Regina F. P. M. Moreira
Summary: Oil is widely used as an energy source, but its availability is limited. To increase oil recovery from mature fields, researchers have explored the use of nanofluids in enhanced oil recovery (EOR). In this study, iron oxide nanoparticles were added to solutions and tested for EOR. The results showed that the addition of nanoparticles improved oil recovery, with commercial nanoparticles showing the highest improvement of 10%.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
J. A. Cecilia, E. Vilarrasa-Garcia, D. C. S. Azevedo, A. Vilchez-Cozar, A. Infantes-Molina, D. Ballesteros-Plata, I. Barroso-Martin, E. Rodriguez-Castellon
Summary: Wipe wastes can be used to produce biochars with high microporosity, which exhibit significant CO2 adsorption capacity. Further treatment with KOH can enhance the microporosity of biochars.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Daniele Polidoro, Daniel Ballesteros-Plata, Alvise Perosa, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon, Daily Rodriguez-Padron, Maurizio Selva
Summary: A series of catalysts based on non-noble metal nanoparticles supported on chitin-derived N-doped carbons were prepared through a one-step protocol in the presence of EDTA as a ligand. The synthesized materials were tested in the catalytic oxidation of alcohols to aldehydes and ketones, and Mo-N/C materials exhibited the best performance.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ayelen F. Crespi, Paula N. Zomero, Ana L. Perez, Carlos D. Brondino, Antonia Infantes Molina, Yamila Garro Linck, Gustavo A. Monti, Mariela A. Fernandez, Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon, Juan M. Lazaro-Martinez
Summary: The aim of this study was to propose the use of new heterogeneous catalysts based on montmorillonite materials to remove emerging pollutants. The catalytic activity of the composites was demonstrated by their ability to degrade pollutants and produce non-toxic waste.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
