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A Study of Air Pollution on Biomes
Abstract: The air pollution adversely affect the health of living beings both plant as well as animals.This paper demonstrates the study done on the living beings when they are exposed to constant smoke and dirt and unwanted fumes present in the atmosphere.The paper tells how the polluted air rich in CO causes choking in humans and prolong exposure to polluted air ultimately leads to death.The paper also focuses on ways to …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Biosorption of Fluoride from Aqueous Solution Using Ulva fasciata sp.: A Marine Green Algae
Abstract: Water is a useful and vital natural resource for sustaining life and environment that we have always thought to be available in abundance and free gift of nature. Enhanced industrial activity during recent decades has led to the discharge of unprecedented volumes of industrial waste water, which is a serious cause of environmental degradation. Excessive fluoride concentrations have been reported in ground waters of more than 20 developed and developing …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 45–53 Read article
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Recording of Leakage-free Surface-Driven Capillary Flow of Dyed Water in the Dual Sudden Contraction Microchannels
Abstract: Dual sudden contractionpolymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) microchannels are fabricated by the maskless lithography, hot embossing lithography, direct bonding technique, and atmospheric pressure air dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma processing. The surface-driven capillary flow of dyed water is faster on the processed PMMA surface than the pristine PMMA surface. The surface-driven capillary flow of dyed water is slower in the wider portion and faster in the narrower portion of any dual sudden contraction …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 40–44 Read article
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Investigation into the Use of Anaerobic Co-digestion of Cow Dung for Biogas Production
Abstract: The research is targeted on investigating the use anaerobic co-digestion of cow dung for biogas production, and to influence a decrease in the concentration of sulphide using direct inclusion of facultative lagoon sediment with sodium and calcium alginate. It was noted that 1 minute concentration of calcium alginate and sodium was introduced right from the beginning of the anaerobic digestion cycle shows the tendency to increase methane concentration and reduce …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Modelling the Reliability and unreliability of Selected Gas Plant Units
Abstract: This research demonstrates the reliability analysis of some units of some selected Gas Plant. In the study, unit plants of reboiler, stripper, cooling, compressor, acid dehydrated, heat transfer fluid, expander, and liquefaction were examined in terms of reliability and unreliability for a period of eight years. The results obtained revealed decrease in reliability value of unit plant with increase in period of utilization, whereas unreliability and cost increased with increase …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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An Experimental Study of Spherical Agglomeration of Benzoic acid And Influence of Process Parameters
Abstract: Through the process of drowning-out crystallisation in three partly miscible solvent mixtures, sphere aggregates of benzoic crystal have been successfully created. The mixture of benzoic acid, isopropyl alcohol, and bridging liquid is supplied to an agitated crystallizer with water acting as the anti-solvent. When a substance crystallises, little crystals are formed, and the bridging liquid causes the crystals to group together. Different solvents are utilised because benzoic acid crystals wettably …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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A New Protocol for The Synthesis of 5-(azidomethyl)-4-phenyl-1H- 1,2,3-triazole From Baylis-Hillman Adducts Derived from Nitro Olefins.
Abstract: The Baylis-Hillman adducts derived from nitroolefins have been convenientlytransformed into 5-(azidomethyl)-4-phenyl-1h-1,2,3-triazole via simple reaction condition. These compounds have been demonstrated for the synthesis of azidomethyl is highly biological reactive compounds. This novel bromo derivative of the BH adduct was simply treated with mole percentage of sodium azide in reactive condition. As a result, these novel azidomethylcompounds were extremely encouraging and provided fresh chances for building libraries of several new molecules. …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 42–46 Read article
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The Application of Buckingham Pi Theorem to Monitor Procurement Service Delivery: A Case Study of Walnut Wood
Abstract: The aim of this research is to demonstrate the application of Buckingham theorem to monitor procurement delivery of Walnut wood. In this investigation, wood material of walnut wood density, constant area, diameter and velocity was used to monitor, predict and simulate the weight, delivery time and tensile strength on the truck. The walnut wood material was investigated in terms of delivery time, tensile strength and the effect on the truck …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 54–63 Read article
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Kinetic Parameters of Corrosion Rate constant for Water-Based Plants for the Inhibition of Metal in Acidic Medium
Abstract: Kinetic parameters of metal inhibition in acidic medium in the presence of water-based plant extracts to monitor corrosion rate characteristics was investigated in this research. The two water-based plasts used are pnematopteris pennigera (GF) and selaginella myosurus (SM) and the mild steel was immersed into the extracts and 1.0M of hydrochloride acid was added to monitor the rate of metal sample corrosion of the analytical grade (raw) HCl (87.3mls) in …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 21–35 Read article
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Fabrication and Properties of Recycled PET Reinforced Waste Cellulosic Fiber Composites
Abstract: The economic utilization of lignocellulose waste, which is now being explored, is one of the environmental problems confronting third-world nations. Waste cellulosic fiber (paper sludge, PS) composites will enable the cost of the composite to be reduced while allowing for the efficient use of a waste material that is presently burned or buried. Environmentally friendly composites made from PSreinforced recycled poly(ethylene terephthalate) (rPET) matrix with the addition of SEBS-g-MA as …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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Investigation of Characteristics of Vernonia amygdalina Stem on Remediation of Crude Oil Polluted Loamy Soil Environment
Abstract: The effectiveness of Vernonia amygdalina in Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon (TPH) mitigation in a loamy soil environment was monitored using mixture of 100ml of Crude oil, 2kg of loamy soil and 25g to 100g of remediant determined. The experiment was set-up based on the design concept considered as presented in this research, which involved constant volume of 100ml of crude oil, constant mass of 2kg of loamy and changes in mass …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Performance Comparison of Plantain Stem Fibre, Palm Fruit Fibre and Banana Stem Fibre for Remediation
Abstract: This thesis goes on to show how each bioadsorbent works in a packed bed unit connected in series to remediate or treat contaminated fresh water medium using petroleum hydrocarbons, or crude oil. The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of plantain, banana, and palm bunch fibers with diameters of 50 µm, 150 µm, and 200 µm in treating contaminated water media. In each packed bed unit, the …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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Power generation from automobile exhaust using TEG
Abstract: Here we are modifying an automobile for producing energy using turbines. Now a days in automobile vehicle field many new innovating concepts are being developed. We are using the power energy from automobile exhaust to generate the electricity which can be stored in battery for the later consumption. In this project, we are demonstrating a concept of generating power in a moving vehicle by the usage of turbines. Here we …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Friction and Wear Response of CottonSeed Oils and Esterified CottonSeed Oil and their Blends with Mineral Engine Oil in a Reciprocating Sliding Contact at Severe Contact Conditions
Abstract: Many studies investigating the tribological performance of pure cottonseed and other bio-based oils have been conducted; a better understanding of vegetable oil tribologicalperformance at extreme conditions is still required. Little work has been carried out to studythe effect of vegetable oils on the performance of a lubricant formed from a blend ofcottonseed oil and conventional mineral engine oil. This work presents the tribologicalperformance of esterified cottonseed oil, and their blends …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 20–35 Read article
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Studies on Oil Extraction from Pongamia Seeds using Mechanical Expeller and Microwave Heating Technique
Abstract: The extraction of oil from seeds is carried out traditionally by using mechanical expeller. In this study, four configurations of oil extraction systems, namely, single screw, modified single screw, twin screw and microwave assisted oil extraction have been evaluated for oil yield and production or through put rate. Pongamia pinnata seeds have been used as the reference raw materials for this study, both in whole seed form and in crushed …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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A Comprehensive Energy Audit for Energy Efficiency Improvement in Commercial Building in Bangladesh
Abstract: As a developing country, Bangladesh is developing rapidly due to the increase in industry and technology. However, the country has been facing an energy crisis for many years to meet growing demand. Gradually, the gap between energy supply and demand is getting bigger and bigger. An effective way to close the gap is to conduct regular energy audits of all departments to help identify losses and wastes and provide room …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–40 Read article
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Techno-Economic Evaluation of Solar Harvesting as a Best-Fit Technology for Sustainable Green Building in the Humid Tropics
Abstract: Best-fit criteria in terms of availability, affordability, minimally conflicting operationality, energy efficiency, buildability, and maintainability are the hallmarks of sustainable green building technology. This study evaluates solar harvesting as a best-fit technology for residential buildings in the humid tropics. An analysis of a residential property located in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, is used as a case study to techno-economically portray the viability of solar harvesting. The analysis is carried out for …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Wireless Weather Monitoring and Reporting System Powered by Renewable Energy and the Internet of Things
Abstract: This work demonstrates an autonomous, renewable energy-powered weather monitoring system. A NodeMCU microcontroller that uses Wi-Fi to transmit data to the internet and a weather station that detects temperature, humidity, and air pressure make up the system. The system is run by a solar panel that charges a rechargeable battery, making it possible for it to function even in places without access to an electrical grid. The IoT platform ThingSpeak, …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Optimizing Residential Energy Costs with PEV-based Energy Storage and Particle Swarm Optimization
Abstract: This research addresses the critical challenge of optimizing electrical energy usage amidst the increasing integration of variable renewable energy sources and the widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). The core objective is to alleviate the energy cost burden for residential consumers by leveraging the capacity of Plug-in Electric Vehicles (PEVs) as an auxiliary energy source. Through innovative utilization of PEVs for both charging and discharging actions based on dynamic electricity …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Synthesis and characterization of mesoporous silica supported Pt catalysts for Decalin dehydrogenation
Abstract: Hydrogen, potentially very attractive energy source as its combustion forms only water in addition to energy. Hydrogen is the cleanest source of fuel. Decalin consists of considerable high hydrogen contents of 7.3 wt% and 64.8 kg H2 /m3 is an excellent mobile storage source for hydrogen. In this work, SBA-15 and carbon modified SBA-15 supported 1wt% Pt catalysts were synthesized and characterized for vapour phase dehydrogenation of decalin. About 154 …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 12–21 Read article