Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Witold Zukowski, Przemyslaw Migas, Marta Zurek, Jan Wrona
Summary: The results of the n-hexane oxidation process in a fluidized bed reactor with a catalytic bed are presented. Baffles were used to modify the flow in the reactor and improve the process efficiency. The best results were achieved with the use of horizontal elements in the form of grids, which significantly improved the conversion of n-hexane to carbon dioxide.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Anqi Li, Shuanghe Meng, Kai Huang, Wuqiang Yang, Mao Ye
Summary: In this study, the effects of concentration models on the electrical capacitance tomography (ECT) measurements of gas-fluidized beds were experimentally investigated. The results showed that the concentration models can significantly influence the measured solid concentrations and the threshold selection for identifying bubbles and emulsion phase in gas-fluidized beds. A new concentration model based on a power function was proposed, and the optimal exponent alpha was determined through experimental fitting.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Veronique Masselot, Veronique Bosc, Hayat Benkhelifa
Summary: X-ray micro-computed tomography was used to study the effect of stabilizers on the microstructure of fresh sorbets. It was found that adding hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC) as a stabilizer led to an increase in air bubble quantity and a decrease in size, as well as a reduction in ice crystal size. The surfactant properties of HPMC may be related to its impact on the ice phase, potentially preventing crystal growth during freezing.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ragna Kipping, Holger Kryk, Uwe Hampel
Summary: This study investigated the impact of sparger configuration and fluid properties on local gas phase dynamics in a bubble column. The results showed that gas holdup and bubble size decreased with increasing NaOH concentration, while significant changes were observed in local bubbly dynamics such as bubble size distribution and axial gas phase velocity.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ragna Kipping, Michael Wagner, Uwe Hampel
Summary: Swarm effects in bubble columns are caused by the interaction between bubbles at higher gas holdup, where the flow around individual bubbles affects the movement of subsequent bubbles and has feedback on the overall flow regime. In this study, ultrafast X-ray tomography was used to investigate the inter-bubble distances and clustering characteristics in bubbly flows in a lab scale bubble column. It was found that large bubbles exhibited pronounced vertical clustering, while no clustering was observed for bubbles with lower gas holdup. The orientation of clustering primarily depended on the deformability of the bubbles rather than the gas holdup.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lorenzo Metilli, Malte Storm, Andrew J. Bodey, Kaz Wanelik, Arwen I. I. Tyler, Aris Lazidis, Stephanie Marty-Terrade, Elena Simone
Summary: This study presents a methodology for investigating the 3D microstructure of soft porous matter using synchrotron radiation X-ray computed tomography and time-resolved X-ray radiography. It highlights the importance of sample preparation and experimental setup in obtaining accurate results, and demonstrates the capabilities of these techniques in analyzing materials with different microstructures.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Julien Gonthier, Tilman Rilling, Ernesto Scoppola, Fabian Zemke, Aleksander Gurlo, Peter Fratzl, Wolfgang Wagermaier
Summary: This study used in operando X-ray micro-computed tomography (mu CT) to monitor the progression of the liquid, gaseous, and solid phases of silica gels during ambient pressure drying and spring-back. The findings challenge the common assumption about the penetration of gas during the spring-back effect and show that the emergence of the spring-back effect is correlated to an equal volume fraction of solid, liquid, and gas in the gels.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zeliang Su, Etienne Decenciere, Tuan-Tu Nguyen, Kaoutar El-Amiry, Vincent De Andrade, Alejandro A. Franco, Arnaud Demortiere
Summary: The segmentation of tomographic images of battery electrode is crucial for material characterization and electrochemical simulation. We propose a deep learning approach using a CNN for real-world battery material datasets, achieving high accuracy with limited labeled data. We also address the uncertainty in the segmentation quality by identifying human bias in the training data.
NPJ COMPUTATIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kai Zhang, Shuai Wang, Hanyu Jin, Yurong He
Summary: This research considers the importance of the bubble cloud in the mass transfer process and develops a mass transfer model based on clouded bubbles. Experimental results show that the proposed model provides better agreement with experimental data.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Mechanics
Jiliang Ma, Daoyin Liu, Xiaoping Chen, Cai Liang, J. Ruud van Ommen
Summary: Bubbles and slugs coexist in a fluidized bed with strong inter-particle forces. Different effects on fluidizing stability and chemical reaction efficiency are observed between bubbles and slugs. X-ray tomography is used to distinguish and study the properties of bubbles and slugs in a fluidized bed with varying inter-particle force. The gas-holding capacity of the emulsion phase improves as inter-particle force increases, while the bubble frequency decreases and bubble size slightly increases. Slugs increase in frequency and size with inter-particle forces, and different slugging patterns are identified with varying influences on particle flow.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MULTIPHASE FLOW
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Sihong Gao, Zeneng Sun, Jesse Zhu, Yiping Fan, Chunxi Lu
Summary: This study reveals the local transition details and onset velocity from a bubbling bed to a turbulent bed in a fluidized bed through experiments and a discrete wavelet analysis method, and extracts quantitative information of bubbles/voids.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Weijie Yin, Shuai Wang, Rushan Bie
Summary: In this study, a bubble structure-dependent (BSD) model is implemented to consider the bubble effect in a fluidized bed, where the kinetic theory of rough sphere (KTRS) is incorporated to describe the particle collision effect. The frictional contribution at a high solid concertation is taken into account, where the random fluctuation is introduced in the frictional stress to incorporate the mesoscale effect in the frictional regime. Mesoscale effects on frictional solid stress are analyzed. The results demonstrate that the mesoscale effect in the frictional regime leads to a more intensive fluctuation of the stress. In addition, the effects of particle roughness on frictional solid stress and mesoscale parameters are also discussed.
Article
Acoustics
Toru Tuziuti, Kyuichi Yasui, Wataru Kanematsu
Summary: The study found that adding nanobubbles at high acoustic amplitude can enhance the intensity of sonoluminescence, possibly providing nucleation sites, and bubble size also influences the intensity of sonoluminescence.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yang Yang, Changbao Jiang, Xianwei Guo, Shoujian Peng, Jingjing Zhao, Fazhi Yan
Summary: This study conducted a seepage experiment under constant axial stress and tiered cyclic unloading-loading confining pressure, proposing two new damage variables. The results showed that plastic deformations and permeability of coal increased with unloading levels, with a reverse trend when unloading level was large. The experiment also revealed the coexistence of Kaiser effect and Felicity effect, and the relationship between dissipated energy and cycle number shifted from logarithm to linear as unloading levels increased.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Laila Hossain, Emily Eastman, Monica De Rango, Vikram Singh Raghuwanshi, Joanne Tanner, Gil Garnier
Summary: The absorption capacity and kinetics of nanocellulose foams are controlled by the surface charge of the fibers, affecting swelling and network structure. The absorption process includes three stages: wicking, transition, and fiber swelling. Tuning the surface charge can modulate the absorption kinetics of nanocellulose foam.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Fuweng Zhang, Damiano La Zara, Feilong Sun, Michael J. Quayle, Gunilla Petersson, Staffan Folestad, J. Ruud van Ommen
Summary: The study investigated the fluidization of fine inhalation grade of lactose powders and found that a combination of vibration and micro-jet showed the best performance in improving fluidization. Using any two assisting methods together leads to better fluidization, with micro-jet resulting in considerable powder losses. Overall, the introduction of assistance methods enhanced separation forces and decreased agglomerate size.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amirhossein Mahtabani, Damiano La Zara, Rafal Anyszka, Xiaozhen He, Mika Paajanen, J. Ruud van Ommen, Wilma Dierkes, Anke Blume
Summary: The gas-phase modification process improved control over the thickness and uniformity of the deposited layers on nanoparticles, allowing for the introduction of versatile functionalized organic layers on the surface of nanoparticles in a controlled manner.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Dominik Benz, Y-Nhi T. Nguyen, Thanh-Lieu T. Le, Thanh-Hiep T. Le, Viet-Thong Le, J. Ruud van Ommen, Hao Van Bui
Summary: This study introduces a gas-phase approach for synthesizing Cu2O/TiO2 powder-based photocatalysts using atomic layer deposition (ALD) in a fluidized bed reactor. The deposition of ultrasmall Cu2O clusters on P25 TiO2 nanoparticles enhances the photocatalytic activity significantly, attributed to efficient charge transfer and reduced charge recombination. The study provides a fast, scalable, and efficient process for controllably depositing Cu2O clusters for surface engineering.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pieter van Gelder, Pim Klaassen, Behnam Taebi, Bart Walhout, Ruud van Ommen, Ibo van de Poel, Zoe Robaey, Lotte Asveld, Ruud Balkenende, Frank Hollmann, Erik Jan van Kampen, Nima Khakzad, Robbert Krebbers, Jos de Lange, Wolter Pieters, Karel Terwel, Eelco Visser, Tiny van der Werff, Dick Jung
Summary: This paper provides an overview of the concept and application of Safe-by-Design in various engineering disciplines, discussing differences, commonalities, and empirical data on design strategies. Safe-by-Design is considered a specific elaboration of Responsible Research and Innovation, helping to proactively incorporate safety considerations into engineering practices while avoiding extremes of technological optimism and disproportionate precaution.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Georgios Archimidis Tsalidis, Lya G. Soeteman-Hernandez, Cornelle W. Noorlander, Saeed Saedy, J. Ruud van Ommen, Martina G. Vijver, Gijsbert Korevaar
Summary: Safe-and-sustainable-by-design is a concept that integrates safety, sustainability, and functionality throughout a product's life cycle. This paper proposes a framework for early safety and sustainability assessment based on prospective life cycle assessment. The framework helps identify environmental sustainability and toxicity hotspots to avoid the development of toxic alternatives.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Isabell Bagemihl, Chaitanya Bhatraju, J. Ruud van Ommen, Volkert van Steijn
Summary: This paper demonstrates that structured reactors operated under gas-liquid Taylor flow can overcome the mass transfer limitations in CO2 electrolysis in aqueous systems and significantly improve reactor performance. By developing an easy-to-use analytical model, the relationship between process conditions, mass transfer, and reactor performance is explored. The results show that the film thickness and the volume ratio of CO2/electrolyte fed to the reactor greatly affect the current density and the faradaic efficiency, and industrially relevant performance can be achieved when operating the reactor at an elevated pressure beyond 5 bar.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Yujie Zhao, Xiao Wang, Quan-an Li, Xinyu Zhang, Ye Li, Rong-Jun Xie, J. Ruud van Ommen, H. T. Hintzen
Summary: Depositing nano-sized Al2O3 film around each BaSi2O2N2:Eu2+ particle through atomic layer deposition (ALD) can improve its thermal stability and inhibit oxidation. The Al2O3 coated phosphor showed an increased oxidation temperature and reduced degradation under water-steam conditions. White light-emitting diodes (wLEDs) fabricated with the Al2O3 coated phosphor also exhibited a significantly higher luminous flux.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Asvin Sajeev Kumar, Marilia Pupo, Kostadin V. Petrov, Mahinder Ramdin, J. Ruud van Ommen, Wiebren de Jong, Ruud Kortlever
Summary: This study investigates the electrochemical CO2 reduction performance of copper in non-aqueous electrolytes based on DMF, NMP, and ACN. The results show that DMF and NMP mainly produce oxalate, while ACN mainly produces hydrogen and formate. Therefore, aqueous electrolytes exhibit higher selectivity for hydrocarbon and alcohol production on copper electrodes, while organic electrolytes based on DMF and NMP are more suitable for obtaining oxalate and formate.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sunkeun Kim, Wilma K. Dierkes, Anke Blume, Auke Talma, J. Ruud Van Ommen, Nicolas Courtois, Julian Davin, Carla Recker, Julia Schoeffel
Summary: This study investigates the compatibility of pre-treated silica with natural rubber and its influence on the processing of silica-silane compounds. The results show that incorporating pre-treated silica fillers can improve the processing and reduce the generation of volatile organic compounds.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Isabell Bagemihl, Lucas Cammann, Mar Perez-Fortes, Volkert van Steijn, J. Ruud van Ommen
Summary: Coupling the analysis of technical feasibility with economic evaluation is crucial in identifying targets for development in electrochemical CO2 conversion processes. Electrochemical conversion of captured CO2 to base chemicals has the potential to contribute to a sustainable energy transition by closing the carbon cycle. While low-temperature electrochemical CO2 conversion has been demonstrated at lab scale, optimizing electrolyzer design and operation for industrial applications based on techno-economic analysis is the current focus. However, existing analyses often overlook the interdependencies between key performance variables, such as current density, Faradaic efficiency, and conversion. Our study highlights the significance of multiscale models in the field of CO2 electrolysis to understand the economic trade-offs and overcome bottlenecks in system designs.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Riccardo Uglietti, Daniele Micale, Damiano La Zara, Aristeidis Goulas, Luca Nardi, Mauro Bracconi, J. Ruud van Ommen, Matteo Maestri
Summary: This study demonstrates the potential of combining numerical and experimental approaches in understanding catalytic reactors, particularly fluidized beds. Through experiments and data analysis, the effectiveness of the in-house first-principles multiscale Computational Fluid Dynamic-Discrete Element Method (CFD-DEM) model is validated, and the fundamental insights that can be achieved through detailed numerical methods are reported. The integration of experimental information and numerical simulations allows for optimal design and scale-up procedures for reactor configurations with promising prospects in the energy transition.
REACTION CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jacob A. Moulijn, J. Ruud van Ommen, Aristeidis Goulas, David Valdesueiro, Jana Juan-Alcaniz, Kar-Ming Au-Yeung, Leo Woning, Jaap A. Bergwerff
Summary: The possibility of using a Ti alkoxide precursor for gas phase deposition to modify catalysts was demonstrated. A Ti oxide layer was successfully deposited on a mesoporous alumina support using titanium tetra-isopropoxide. The uniformity of the TiO2 coating was confirmed at both intra-particle and inter-particle levels. The TiO2 coating showed stability and improved catalytic activity in hydroprocessing compared to pristine alumina.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Albert Santoso, Afke Damen, J. Ruud van Ommen, Volkert van Steijn
Summary: We investigated three variations of atomic layer deposition (ALD) for depositing titanium oxide onto the soft polymer polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). Our findings demonstrate that ALD performed at atmospheric pressure significantly enhances the organic solvent resistance of PDMS by two orders of magnitude, resulting in a unique surface-subsurface coating of PDMS.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Saeed Saedy, Nico Hiemstra, Dominik Benz, Hao Van Bui, Michael Nolan, J. Ruud van Ommen
Summary: The promotional effects of ALD-deposited CuxO clusters on photocatalytic hydrogen production on P25 TiO2 were studied. It was found that the strong interaction between CuxO and TiO2 resulted in the stabilization of CuxO clusters on the surface. The CuxO/TiO2 photocatalysts showed remarkable improvement in hydrogen productivity, which can be attributed to increased charge carrier separation, improved light absorption, and the generation of surface Ti3+.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Dominik Benz, Hao Van Bui, Hubertus T. Hintzen, Michiel T. Kreutzer, J. Ruud Van Ommen
Summary: The photocatalytic mechanism of TiO2 nanoparticles coated with SiO2 by atomic layer deposition was investigated. SiO2 deposition not only improves the photocatalytic degradation of pollutants, but also changes the degradation mechanism. Low SiO2 loadings enhance OH* radicals generation, while high loadings suppress the photocatalytic performance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL ADVANCES
(2022)
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)
