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Passive Capillary Flow of Dyed Ethylene Glycol in the SU-8 based Glass Microfluidic Devices Fabricated by Microfabrication Technologies
Abstract: In this work, total 4 individual SU-8 based glass microfluidic devices are fabricated by the steps of maskless lithography and indirect bonding technique using author’s own hands-on completely. Dyed ethylene glycol (80% red dye, 20% ethylene glycol) is prepared as working liquid. The CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second with a corresponding time-scale resolution of 0.04 second is used to record the surface-driven capillary flow of dyed ethylene glycol …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Nuclear Cogeneration Projects in India : An Assessment of the Current Scenario and Future Prospects
Abstract: Desalination of sea water through thermal and membrane based techniques and production of hydrogen through low temperature water electrolysis at facilities co-located with nuclear power plants are two areas identified for deploying co-generation projects in India in the near term. Nuclear desalination meets the requirements of clean drinking water in and around the nuclear facility, as well as to the in-house demand for high purity water for steam generation and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 69–89 Read article
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Effect of Environmental Parameters on Metal Corrosion in Soil Using Finite Element Method
Abstract: Deterioration of buried metal due to corrosive soil environment is a major issue worldwide. Although failure of buried metal due to corrosive soil is an old problem, yet such failures are still uncontrollable even with the application of advanced corrosion protection technologies. Therefore, understanding environmental parameters causing corrosion of buried metals are necessary. This research work reviews environmental parameters causing corrosion of buried metal in soils. These functional parameters include: …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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A Review on the Multiscale Integrated Approach in Multiphase Reaction Engineering and Process Intensification: Sustainable Energy and Process Design
Abstract: Abstract: Multiphase reaction engineering and process is important path for conversion of natural resources into fuels and chemicals to reduce greenhouse gas emission and increasing energy supply to meet growing global demand. This requires multiphase reactor design and modeling development for methane conversion into chemical building blocks, upgrading heavy oil and carbon capture. This multiphase reactor modeling involves the multiscale approach, which requires the knowledge of how phenomena at a …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Material and Energy Balances in the Process of Anti-Bacterial Drugs from Erythromycin
Abstract: Erythromycin is a crucial material for production of active pharmaceutical ingredient with several different applications to treat diseases. Demand for erythromycin derivatives has been accumulated within the last twenty years and drastically in last 2 years as a key raw material for COVID-19. Clarithromycin is one amongst the derivatives of erythromycin that has higher anti-bacterial properties. This paper involves manufacture of Clarithromycin, an anti-bacterial drug, from Erythromycin. Selective methylation of …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 21–36 Read article
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Investigation on Temperature Control of Boiler using Cascaded Proportional Integral Derivative (PID)
Abstract: Investigation was carried out to demonstrate the PID control mechanism of boiler using cascaded techniques to examine the tank temperature and the amplitude value of model developed without controller and model developed with controller. The influence of temperature was monitored and the effect examined with variation in amplitude. The obtained data from the investigation reveals the significant of temperature variation on the boiler control mechanism especially using Cascaded Proportional Integral …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 43–50 Read article
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Preparation and Performance Evaluation of LDPE/Rice Starch Blend Composites by Extrusion Method
Abstract: Discarding synthetic polymers such as low-density polyethylene (LDPE) used in food packaging ingredients is today considered a serious ecological threat because they are non-decomposable. The goal of this article is to create a decomposable polymer by incorporating a bio-polymer (starch) into its polymeric matrix. This article focuses on the preparation and characterization of rice starch (RS)-mixed LDPE decomposable polymer. In the first study, the effect of variability of RS content …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–22 Read article
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Design of Batch Reactors for Pulping of Plantain Pseudostem
Abstract: Plantain pseudostem has little application in Africa and constitute major domestic waste and often problematic to manage. It however contains a high content of lignocellulose that can be used for production of pulp. With the geometric decline of feedstock for pulp production due to dwindling wood resources, plantain pseudostem becomes a ready alternative. This study developed design models for batch reactor for the plantain pulping process under isothermal, non-isothermal and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Study on Mechanical and Physical Properties of Wood-Plastic Nanocomposites after Fiber Surface Treatment
Abstract: Numerous composites based on high-density polyethylene (HDPE), wood flour (WF), and nanoclay (Cloisite 30B) were prepared by melt compounding followed by injection mold. This paper aims to evaluate the feasibility of using HDPE and underutilized WF as a material for the development of woodplastic composites, as well as the strengthening effect of nanoclay on them. To develop the poor interfacial interaction between the hydrophilic WF and hydrophobic HDPE matrix, as …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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Vapor Liquid Equilibrium Study of Propylene Carbonate-water and its Comparison with Various Thermodynamics Models Using Dwsim Simulation Software and Group Contribution Method
Abstract: In present study, green solvents that are environment friendly in nature were considered because it will reduce the environment pollution by replacing the petroleum derived solvents. Solvent used in chemical industry were mostly derived from the petroleum crude oils. Solvent emission increases the environment pollution. With the use of green solvents, closed carbon cycle will reduce the environment pollution drastically. Bio-derived solvents are the recent replacement of petroleum solvents that …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Suitability of Methyldiethanolamine (MDEA) and Piperazine (PZ) for Improving CO2 Absorption Efficiency Using Rotating Packed Bed (RPB) Technology: A Modeling and Simulation Study
Abstract: Carbon dioxide (CO2) capture and storage (CCS) is an essential technology for reducing atmospheric CO2 emissions and mitigating climate change, especially in fossil-fuel power generation. However, the high cost of CCS technologies has hindered their widespread adoption. In this study, we modeled CO2 removal using a rotating packed bed (RPB) technology using Visual Fortran and Aspen Plus software. We made use of a blended amine solution including different molar concentration …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Core/Shell structures embedded polyaniline nanocomposite for Solar cells
Abstract: The synthesis and characterization of the conducting polyaniline (Pani) films embedded with Co2+ doped, PVA capped PbS/ZnS core-shell particles as photoluminescent boosters is reported. The photoluminescence intensity of the core-shell particles –Pani film had increased significantly.Periodic arrangement of the nanoclusters of the core-shell particles in the continuous conductive polymer matrix and high carrier density promise this material for the photoelectrochemical applications. Solid -state photovoltaic cells have been fabricated with PbS:Co/ZnS-Pani …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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Design and Performance Evaluation of an Existing Cooling Tower in Port Harcourt Refinery
Abstract: The need for efficient and effective waste heat removal systems forms the basis of this research which is the Design and Performance Evaluation of an Existing Cooling Tower in Port Harcourt Refinery. The design performance equation models were developed by the application of the principle of conservation of mass and energy and also from standard correlations from literatures. The input parameters for the solution of the design performance equations were …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 30–41 Read article
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Biodegradation of Plastic using Micro-organisms
Abstract: Plastics have become an important of modern life and are used in different sectors of application. In a year about 260 million tons of plastics are produced worldwide. Demand for plastics in India reached about 9.99 million tons in year 2014-2015. Plastics are high molecular weight organic source materials. In the present in view of the increasing use of plastics and its harmful effects, it has become necessary to prepare …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Environmental Impacts of Water Pollution
Abstract: Water is required for all life forms to exist. Water is essential for agriculture, industry, fishing, and tourism, among other things, in addition to household uses. Water availability has decreased as the world's population, urbanization, and industrialization have increased. The quality of the water used is also deteriorating as it becomes increasingly polluted. You've probably heard about some of the health harm or adverse consequences of water contamination. This teachable …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 46–49 Read article
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Pitaya Cactus Endophytic Bacteria a Sustainable Option to Reduce and Optimize NH4NO3 in Phaseolus vulgaris
Abstract: The Phaseolus vulgaris crop demands nitrogen fertilizer as NH4NO3 for healthy growth. However, the application of NH4NO3 not uptaken by plant roots, generates N2O, a gas that contributes to the greenhouse effect besides loss of soil fertility; a sustainable option is to reduce up to 50% and to optimize it by inoculating P. vulgaris seeds with genera and species of plant growth promoting endophytic bacteria isolated from a desert xerophyte …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Assessment of Average Annual Soil Erosion by Rusle Model Using Geospatial Techniques in a Watershed
Abstract: Soil erosion is a major complication in India, due to the unplanned urbanization and inappropriate treatment of land management. An attempt has been made by using Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE) model to estimate annual average soil loss of the upper Kangsabati watershed in West Bengal, India which comprises a total area of 3603.70 km2. RUSLE model integrated with Geographic Information System (GIS) for the whole watershed predicted soil …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 70–74 Read article
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Artificial Intelligence in Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
Abstract: Addressing the pressing global issue of climate change demands rapid and creative approaches. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has surfaced as a potent instrument for addressing the complex issues linked to climate change. It provides inventive answers for diminishing greenhouse gas emissions and getting ready for the impacts of a shifting climate. This article conducts a comprehensive examination of AI's pivotal role in addressing climate change. It explores various aspects, including AI-driven …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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PARABENS AS FUTURE POTENTIAL DRUG
Abstract: Parabens are class of chemicals widely used as preservatives in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. They are effective preservatives in many types of formulas. These compounds and their salts are used primarily for their bacterial and fungicidal properties. They are also used as food additives. Their analogues viz. ethers and hybrid / fused molecules also possess various biological activities which prompted us to synthesize few more analogues for their future …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–33 Read article
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ISONIAZID STABILIZED TUNGSTEN TRICARBONYL COMPLEX: A NEW CO-RELEASING MOLECULE WITH ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY
Abstract: Transition metal carbonyl complexes substituted with biologically active ligand can act as CO-releasing molecules which have beneficial roles including antimicrobial activity. Careful choices of ancillary ligand such as isoniazid help in eliminating issues of toxicity that may arise from drug substrates. Substitution reaction of tungsten hexacarbonyl with isoniazid in the presence of trimethylamine N-oxide under nitrogen atmosphere was carried out at ambient temperature for 72 hrs. The product was characterized …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 36–43 Read article