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Performance Assessment of External Source-Driven Binary Vapor Cycles with Ammonia-Water and Trans-Critical CO2: The Impact of Reheating and Pressure Variations
Abstract: This study examines the thermodynamic performance of binary vapor cycles, specifically analysing two working fluid combinations: ammonia-water mixtures and trans-critical carbon dioxide (CO2). The study aims to evaluate their efficiency, applicability, and potential for improving energy conversion systems in various thermal applications. The analysis investigates how incorporating reheating processes and adjusting operating pressures impact system performance. These two parameters play a critical role in enhancing cycle efficiency and maximizing energy …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Design of a Plant for the Production of Ammonia and Urea Using Aspen HYSYS
Abstract: The design of a plant for the production of 1800 MT/Day of ammonia and 1400 MT/Day of urea using aspen HYSYS was carried out in this work. Ammonia is produced through the Haber-Bosch process, where hydrogen and nitrogen react in the presence of a catalyst producing mixture containing ammonia while urea is produced by the reaction between ammonia and carbon IV oxide. In this work, aspen HYSYS, chemical engineering design …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 29–44 Read article
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Performance Assessment of External Source-Driven Binary Vapor Cycles with Ammonia-Water and Trans-critical CO2: The Impact of Reheating and Pressure Variations
Abstract: This paper investigates the thermodynamic performance of binary vapor cycles, focusing on two working fluid combinations—ammonia-water mixtures and trans-critical carbon dioxide (CO2). The analysis evaluates how system performance is influenced by incorporating reheating processes and varying operating pressures, which are key parameters in optimizing cycle efficiency and energy recovery. By leveraging external heat sources and exploring these configurations, the research aims to provide insights into improving the efficiency of industrial …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Kinetic Studies of Pristine and Nanonickel Catalyzed Ammonia Borane
Abstract: The high hydrogen content chemical hydride, Ammonia Borane (NH3BH3, AB) is considered in its pure and catalyzed form for decomposition kinetics. The thermodynamics and slow kinetics are the major issues in addition to potential damage the material likely to cause to the fuel cell. The ability of AB for faster dehydrogenation at lower temperatures with Nickel in its nanoform is explored. The release kinetics, activation energy is computed using Kissinger …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Basic Urea and Ammonia Synthesis
Abstract: AbstractIndian population has continued to grow at the rate of 1.2% per year. This population explosion demands for around 263 million tonne of food grain per annum. From the present level of production of some 241 million tonnes (2012–2013); it is clear that an adequate quantity of fertilizer has to be made available. Urea (NH2CONH2) and ammonia (NH3) are of great importance to the agriculture industry as nitrogen-rich fertilizer. This …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Enhanced Room-Temperature Gas Sensing Performance of 2% Mn-Doped Sri Lankan Natural Graphite Thin-Film Sensors for Ammonia, Acetone, and Ethanol vapors Detection
Abstract: The development of room-temperature gas sensors with high sensitivity, fast response, and low-cost remains a critical challenge for environmental monitoring and safety applications. In this work, we report the fabrication and characterization of a 2% Mn-doped Sri Lankan natural graphite thin-film sensor for the detection of ammonia (NH3), ethanol (C2H5OH), and acetone (C3H6O) vapors under ambient conditions. The sensor was prepared using the doctor-blade coating method on Indium Tin Oxide …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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Phytoremediation of Aquaculture Wastewater: Duckweed (Lemna minor L.) as a Phytoremediator
Abstract: Aquaculture systems discharge huge quantities of waste into the aquatic ecosystem, in the form of excretory products and excess feed. These have grave implications on physicochemical and biological quality of the receiving environment. The study aimed to determine potential of duckweed (Lemna minor L.) for phytoremediation of aquaculture effluent. Hundred grams (100 g) of duckweed was grown in 10 L aquaculture effluent for 7-, 14-, 21-, and 28-day retention period …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Simulation of Nitric Acid Production
Abstract: Nitric acid has been known and esteemed for a long time. Most nitric acid is used in making ammonium nitrate. Its direct applications include photoengraving, metal pickling and passivation and the parting of gold and silver. Here the Oswald process is used to produce nitric acid. This process is simulated using HYSYS simulation software. The purpose of this simulation was to observe the thermodynamic properties of the process. We also …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 43–48 Read article
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Continuous Process Trickling Filter System with Perforated Spherical Celluloid Hexagonal Close-Packed System for the Removal of Pollutants in Domestic Wastewater
Abstract: Trickling filter system is an attached growth process which removes the pollutants from the wastewater via biological oxidation. In this research, the media is fabricated from perforated spherical celluloid in the arrangement of hexagonal close packed. The targeted compounds are specifically nitrogenous compounds, namely ammonia-nitrogen and nitrate-nitrogen, alongside biological oxygen demand and chemical oxygen demand. The percentage removal of the aforementioned parameters was found to be in the range of …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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Epipelic Algae Assemblage and Nutrient Status as Indicators of Pollution in Alice Creek, Rivers State, Nigeria
Abstract: Background and Objective: Alice creek is a tributary of the Sombreiro River, Akuku-Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria, receiving various anthropogenic wastes. The study investigated the species composition, diversity, abundance, and distribution of epipelic algae, and the nutrient status of Alice creek, a tributary of Sombreiro river, Rivers State, Nigeria. Materials and Methods: Epipelic and nutrients samples were collected monthly between February and May 2020 from three (3) stations …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Assessment of Physico-Chemical and Microbial Analyses of Hand Dug Wells in Makeni Town, Sierra Leone
Abstract: The various water samples were analysed for residual chlorine, ammonia, fluoride, nitrate, sulphite, lead, arsenic, chromium, and bicarbonate levels from January to August 2024. The bacteria contamination was investigated to determine the safety of the water for the consumption of human. The temperatures across the four wells ranged 27.3oC to 30.0oC, with and average values ranging from 27.94oC to 29.15oC. pH values were within the WHO recommended guidelines range of …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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Dosing Control of Urea in Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to enhance the reduction of Nitrogen oxides
Abstract: Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) is an effective aftertreatment technique designed to comply with rigorous emission criteria established by global regulatory authorities for the elimination of nitrogen oxides from exhaust streams. Since NOx and ammonia reagents are poisonous and an excess of either is therefore very undesired, it poses an intriguing control problem, particularly at high conversion. SCR systems must reduce NOx emissions as much as possible and reduce the possibility …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 110–120 Read article
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IoT-Based Public Toilet Monitoring System
Abstract: Public restroom maintenance is critical to urban hygiene and requires good resource management to secure hygiene, sustainability, and costs. This project presents the design and implementation of a real-time monitoring system for public restrooms, including IoT-based sensors, to measure key environmental factors, such as ammonia concentration, ambient light, and water level. The system can continuously monitor ammonia concentrations to detect poor air quality, opening an intervention window to remedy the …
Published in Journal of Operating Systems Development & Trends · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 15–25 Read article
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Investigation of Pollution Status in River No. 2, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Using Physicochemical and Bacterial Indicators
Abstract: This study assessed the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of surface water in the River No. 2 watershed, Sierra Leone, through monthly sampling from March–August 2024 at upstream, midstream, and downstream sites. Analyses included temperature, turbidity, pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids, ammonia, fluoride, sulfite, nitrate, lead, arsenic, chromium, and microbial indicators (Escherichia coli, fecal and non-fecal coliforms). Most physicochemical parameters met WHO drinking-water guidelines. pH (7.0–7.3), TDS (7–17 mg/L), turbidity …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 11–27 Read article
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Understanding the Role of Remote Sensing Techniques in Monitoring Air Quality for Effective Adherence to Environmental Impact Assessment Practices in Nigeria
Abstract: The paper reviews the Nigerian Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Act, outlining the established air quality thresholds and emission caps for stationary sources. The standard applies to; common pollutants like sulphur dioxide, carbon monoxide, ozone, particulate matter and nitrogen oxides; toxic metals such as arsenic, nickel, cadmium and mercury; as well as volatile organic compounds, ammonia, antimony, zinc, formaldehyde and radon.It also describes the major classifications of remote sensing applications, including …
Published in International Journal of Satellite Remote Sensing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Recovery of Struvite from Java Plum Leaves
Abstract: AbstractBio-degradation and leaching of java plum leaves liberates phosphate and can be recovered as struvite. Quantity of P2O5 obtained recoverable is 0.3009 g of P2O5/kg of leaves. Concentration of NaOH, ammonia, Magnesium sulphate was varied in aliquot. Process optimum variables were 12 g of 1N NaOH, 15 ml liquor ammonia, 5 g of magnesium sulphate yields 9.398 g of P2O5/kg of leave.
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Application of Polypyrrole/Lead Sulphide Nanocomposite in UV Light Assisted Photocatalysis and Gas Sensing
Abstract: The synthesis of ppy/lead sulphide nanocomposite was done using the co-precipitation method. The synthesized ppy/leadsulphide nanocomposite was characterized using Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Selected Area Electron Diffraction (SAED), X-Ray Powder Defraction (XRD), Fourier Transformation Infra-Red Spectroscopy (FTIR), UV-Vis Spectroscopy techniques. The optical bandgap of the synthesized ppy/lead sulphide nanocomposite was observed to be 3.48 eV. The synthesized material is crystalline, with an average crystallite size of 2.51 nm. The photocatalytic …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 13–27 Read article
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Water Quality Changes in Balu River during Non-Monsoon and Monsoon Period
Abstract: Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, is surrounded by numerous rivers and canals, such as Turag, Buriganga, Dhaleswari, Balu, and Shitalakshya. Among those, Balu river is one of the important water resources to supply drinking water for Dhaka metropolitan area (DMA), which is the 11thlargest city in the world. Nearly 14 million people reside in DMA. Major industrial zones in and around Dhaka are disposing untreated water directly in Balu river …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 38–49 Read article
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Effect of pH on Shear Strength Behavior of Granular Soil
Abstract: In this research, the performances of pH value on shear strength behavior of granular soil have been studied. The shear strength of soil is an important term in most of the foundation engineering problems such as the bearing capacity of shallow foundation, slope stability of dam/embankment and lateral earth pressure on retaining walls. A series of direct shear tests were conducted on two types of dry granular soils (taken from …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 8–11 Read article
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Experimental Studies on Modified Sequential Batch Reactor Using High Density Poly Ethylene as a Media
Abstract: Dairy industry wastewater is being a challenge to the environment. The effluent from the diary industries contain high amount of sulphate, sulphide, ammonia, chloride, nitrate, oil and grease, etc. To treat dairy waste water many methods were developed by researchers in the last few decades. Modified sequencing batch reactors (MSBRs) process used for different type of wastewater such as municipal wastewater, landfill leachate, dairy wastewater slaughter house, etc. Main operating …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 30–32 Read article