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Optimal power dispatch in nuclear cogeneration plants for electricity, water and hydrogen production: A parametric study
Abstract: Nuclear cogeneration projects where apart from electricity, valuable products like desalinated and purified water, hydrogen and oxygen gases from electrolysis of the water are produced are capable of providing water and energy security in developing and developed nations. They can also potentially become sources of additional revenue for the power plant operators. A simple approach using energy and economics data from published literature is used in this work to develop …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 24–36 Read article
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Variations in GCRs with Solar Variability between 1996-2018
Abstract: Abstract The solar outputs and their variability controls by heliospheric structure, produce changes in cosmic ray intensity (high energy charged particles) entre into inner heliosphere. Observation based on the data taken from Omniweb data centre for solar- interplanetary data and monthly mean count rate of cosmic ray intensity (CRI) variation data from Oulu and Moscow neutron monitors during 1996-2018. It is observed that slow decline of solar cycle 23 and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 43–46 Read article
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An Eco-friendly approach for the utilization of waste water for the generation of Bioelectricity
Abstract: Abstract: Microbial fuel cell (MFC) is pollution free, electricity generation device; it represents a new method for eco-friendly source of electricity generation. When we produce electricity by Microbial fuel cell from food factory waste water we obtained pure water as a byproduct. Microbial fuel cell (MFC) is a special type of cell by which we can produce eco-friendly energy in the form of electricity. This paper explores the application of …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–26 Read article
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Comparison of Theoretical and Experimental Approach to Predict Crude Oil Spreading Rate in Niger Delta Area, Nigeria
Abstract: Theoretical and Experimental approach was employed to examine the rate of crude oil characteristics upon the influence of transport and spreading, using Niger Delta raw crude oil. The major raw crude oil used for this investigation are Escravos crude oil, Brass blend and Bonny light and the rate of transport and spreading was monitored based on the laboratory set – up experiment. Mathematical model was developed to monitor, predict and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 27–37 Read article
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Preparation of Aluminium Foam using Recycled Beverage Cans, Na-CL salt and Discarded Dry Battery powder
Abstract: In this work, an attempt has been made to prepare Aluminium Foam by using recycled beverage cans, dry battery powder and Sodium Chloride (Nacl) powder particles. Three samples were prepared with the following combinations: Sample I = 2 kg of recycled Aluminium cans + 10 wt. % of Nacl salt and 10 wt. % of dry battery powder particles; Sample II = 2 kg of recycled Aluminium cans + 15 …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 38–42 Read article
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Analysis and optimization of exergy losses in a heavy water distillation column
Abstract: Heavy water (D2O) of isotopic purity 99.9% and more is used as the moderator and the coolant in pressurized heavy water nuclear reactors (PHWRs). This purity is maintained by vacuum distillation. In the column there are various sources of irreversibility and thermodynamic inefficiency. This work presents an analysis of these losses in a typical heavy water distillation column and their dependence on various design and operating parameters of the column. …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–22 Read article
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Experimental Studies on the Surface-Driven Capillary Flow of Water in Pristine and Processed Microfluidic Devices Fabricated by PMMA
Abstract: In this work, air dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma processing on pristine polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) flat surface is the chosen surface modification technique to vary the surface wettability creating a difference in microfluidic speed of dyed water. Straight microchannel of uniform width, microchannel with integrated micropillars on bottom wall, and microchannel bend are the proposed designs of PMMA microfluidic devices in this work. Each microfluidic flow of dyed water is recorded …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Comparative analysis of low and high pressure water electrolysis using nuclear waste heat for sustainable hydrogen production in India
Abstract: Hydrogen has been proposed as a clean and sustainable vector of the decarbonized energy system of the near future. Generation of hydrogen gas from a relatively easily available resource like water through low temperature water electrolysis is a simple, technologically mature alternative for realizing the vision of hydrogen economy. This work examines the techno-economic feasibility aspects of a water electrolysis based hydrogen production plant when coupled with typical nuclear power …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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A PARAMETRIC ANALYSIS OF AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ON FLAT AND CURVED SURFACE OF A PV CELL
Abstract: This work focused on investigating and controlling the effect of ambient temperature on the surface temperature of a PV module. An experimental approach is carried out to provide ventilation on the surface of the PV panel with the help of a blower. With the increase in solar irradiance, the panel temperature also increases so experiment is conducted for different velocities of the air with the help of a blower to …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 39–48 Read article
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Comparative Study of Corrosion Inhibition In Carbon Steel Using Non Ionic Surfactants In Acidic Medium
Abstract: The use of surfactants is one of the numerous ways of protecting a metallic surface from electrochemical oxidation or corrosion. The amphiphilic nature of these surfactants leads to the formation of a protective layer on the metallic surface, effectively minimizing the area of contact between the fluids and the metal, thus inhibiting corrosion. Cationic surfactant like CTAB (Cetyltrimethylammonium bromide) has been most commonly used as a corrosion inhibitor, but since …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Passive Capillary Flow of Dyed Aqueous Isopropyl Alcohol in the Leakage-Free SU-8 based Glass Microfluidic Devices
Abstract: In this work, total 2 individual SU-8 based glass microfluidic devices are fabricated by the maskless lithography and indirect bonding technique. The aqueous isopropyl alcohol (10% IPA, 90% dyed water) is prepared to test these fabricated devices. Each passive capillary flow is recorded by the CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second. This work will be useful in bioengineering applications. Keywords: Passive capillary flow, SU-8, Aqueous IPA, Microfluidic device
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 30–32 Read article
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Micromechanical Analysis of Compaction and Drilling of Granular Media- A Review
Abstract: Granular matter is ubiquitous in our daily life yet far from completely understood. These granular materials have constituted a class of complex systems which exhibit global behaviors been reminiscent of solids, liquids, gases, or otherwise uniquely their own. The key to achieve good properties lies in the material structure from the molecules, via structures on nano- and micro levels to the macroscopic material. This paper also reviewed selected approaches and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Catalytic hydrogenation of dimethyl-nitrobenzene to dimethyl-aniline over Ni catalysts
Abstract: The catalytic transfer hydrogenation of dimethyl-nitrobenzene (DN) to Dimethyl-aniline (DA) was studied in the temperature range 343–403 , pressure range of 4–10 bar H2 and ethanol as solvent using Ni on alumina-silicate as catalyst above agitation speed 800 rpm. The substrate feed concentration was varied in the range from 0.124 to 0.745 kmol/m3 while catalyst loading was in the range 4–12% (w/w) of dimethyl-nitrobenzene. Dimethyl-aniline was the only reaction product, …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Application of Taguchi Method for Optimization of Reaction Parameters in Graft Copolymerization onto Guar Gum
Abstract: In this article, Taguchi method is used to theoretically optimize the various reaction parameters and their interactions that may affect the end properties of Guar Gum Grafted copolymers made in a laboratory glass reactor. An attempt has been made to assess and predict the effect of temperature, monomer (Acrylonitrile) concentration and Guar Gum concentration on % grafting. In the present study effect of above mentioned three reaction parameters on the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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A Review on Glucose Sensor
Abstract: The estimation of blood glucose levels is done utilizing different glucose biosensors for the screening, conclusion, and long term administration of patients with diabetes. Amperometric biosensors work by the creation of a present when a potential is connected between two terminals. At the point when a capability of - 0.6 V, with respect to the Ag/AgCl anode is connected to the platinum cathode, a present relative to the oxygen focus …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Response Surface Methodology to Optimize Deproteinization of Green Crab Shells (Carcinus maenas)
Abstract: The crab shells are used as a feedstock for the extraction of either chitin or chitosan and other bioactive materials such as dyes and proteins. The optimum conditions are required for a process development for an effective separation of chitin. The most important parameters for deproteinization of green crab shells have identified the concentration of NaOH, temperature and time of contact. The optimum conditions for deproteinization of Green crab shells …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Electrochemical Sensors: An Intense Mechanism in Scientific World
Abstract: Potentiometric, amperometric and conductometric electrochemical sensors have found a numeral of exciting uses in the areas of environmental, industrial, and clinical analyses. This review presents an overall outline of the three main kinds of electrochemical sensors, relating fundamental characteristics, improvements and their involvement to the area of analytical chemistry, concerning appropriate characteristics of the development of electrochemical sensors.
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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Biosensor –The Future of Diagnostic Study
Abstract: Electrochemical sensors for several analytes were the first technically proven as well as commersialised biosensors. Electrochemical biosensors have been considered for a long time. Presently, typical platform of transducers based on semiconductors and screen printed electrodes is in practice for construction of biosensors. Among all biocomponents, enzymes or enzyme labeled antibodies are presently the most widely recognized biorecognition devices utilized as a part of biosensor. This article focuses the principle …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Numerical investigation of hydrodynamics of batch crystallizer
Abstract: In this work, hydrodynamics in a draft tubebatch crystallizer is analysed computationally using Computational fluid dynamics (CFD). The CFD simulations are performed using multiple reference frame (MRF) with sliding mesh approach in transient condition for flow time of 5s using the standard k-ε turbulence model. The flow-field in batch crystallizer is quantified by calculating time averaged velocity profiles along the horizontal line and by analysing the temporal variation of liquid …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 24–35 Read article
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Production of Compositionally Modulated Nanolayer Zn–Ni Alloy Coatings and Their Corrosion Behaviours
Abstract: Compositionally modulated nanolayer alloy (CNA) coatings of Zn–Ni having alternatively the same compositions have been developed galvanostatically on mild steel from single bath technique (SBT) using square current pulses. Sulphanilic acid and citric acid (CA) were used as additives. Modulation in the composition of alloys were introduced by passing a different switched cathode current densities (SCCD’S) using sophisticated power sources. Variety of CNA coatings was developed under different conditions of …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article