Processes, Volume 12, Issue 11

This study aims to highlight the noise reduction achieved through the integration of serrated blades on the leading and trailing edges within a small-scale cascade configuration relevant to turbomachinery contexts. Experiments were conducted using a...

Lean manufacturing focuses on perfection, trying to eliminate all types of Muda (waste), Mura (inconsistency), Muri (overburden), defects, injuries, and accidents through a continuous improvement process. Assembly lines are the final stages of manufa...

The accuracy of demand forecasting is critical for supply chain management and strategic business decisions. However, as data volumes grow and demand patterns become increasingly complex, traditional forecasting methods encounter significant challeng...

This study investigates seasonal biomass variations in Betaphycus gelatinus, a red alga cultivated in the field in Ninh Thuan, Vietnam, along with the chemical composition, structural properties, and bioactivity of its carrageenan. Monthly measuremen...

The growing need for sustainable materials in engineering applications has led to increased interest in the use of waste-derived ceramics as reinforcing fillers in polymer composites. This study investigates the mechanical and tribological performanc...

Among cyanobacterium, Arthrospira platensis (A. platensis) is a rich source of diverse bioactive compounds due to its high protein, essential amino acid, vitamin, and mineral content. A. platensis is one of the most abundant sources of protein (...

To solve the problem of the inability to achieve Y-shaped ventilation in the boundary coal mining of high-gas mines and the problem of gas accumulation in the upper corner of a fully mechanized mining face, non-pillar coal mining technology is propos...

The irregular and deep cracks induced by thermal shock in Al₂O₃ ceramics were repaired by applying Cu powder layer on their surface and heating at 1200 °C under an atmosphere of air. The Al-Cu-O liquid phase formed at 1200 °C by the reaction...

In recent decades, nanoscience has experienced rapid global advancements due to its focus on materials and compounds at the nanoscale with high efficiency across diverse applications. WO₃ nanostructures have proven to be a unique material in the deve...

Different types of porous materials have been developed for the efficient separation of CO₂ from mixtures of gases. Nevertheless, the most porous materials cannot be used for extensive industrial applications due to their non-negligible disadvantages...

SBS-modified asphalt produces a large number of hazardous fumes in the preparation process, which severely endangers health and causes environmental pollution. This paper details the design of a fume generation and collection device for asphalt and p...

The degradation of complex geological structures due to thermo-mechanical cycling results in a reduction in bearing capacity, which can readily induce engineering issues such as uneven settlement, cracking, and even the destabilization of the foundat...

The carbonization method for preparing Nano ZnO is characterized by its simplicity, ease of reaction control, high product purity, environmental friendliness, and potential for CO₂ recycling. However, traditional carbonization processes suffer from p...

A directional valve is a core component of the electro-hydraulic shakers in fatigue testing machines, controlling the cylinder or motor that drives the piston for reciprocating linear or rotary motion. In this article, a high-speed rotating direction...

The present study presents, for the first time, the real-time monitoring of an actual spiral-wound membrane unit used for ${\mathrm{CO}}_2$ removal from natural gas in an actual industrial offshore platform, utilizing a detailed phenomenological model. An Object-O...

In this paper, the negative impact of the charging load generated by the disorderly charging scheme of large-scale pure electric vehicles on the operation performance of the power grid system and the problem of reducing its charging energy efficiency...

The adsorption of toxic metals onto iron oxides is a prevalent geochemical process in natural environments. Organic acids are known to modify the adsorption features of toxic ions through either competitive or cooperative effects. Nowadays, the toxic...

In order to improve the accuracy and efficiency of flow pattern recognition and to solve the problem of the real-time monitoring of flow patterns, which is difficult to achieve with traditional visual recognition methods, this study introduced a flow...

The lack of in-depth analysis on the reservoir characteristics and the paleoenvironmental conditions of the Niutitang Formation in the study area has led to an unclear understanding of its geological background. In this study, core samples from well...

Background: The silkworm (Bombyx mori L.) and its cocoon are rich in bioactive proteins like sericin and fibroin, as well as enzymes such as serrapeptase, which possess anti-inflammatory and skin-healing properties. This study aimed to evaluate the i...

The Growth Optimizer algorithm (GO) is a novel metaheuristic that draws inspiration from people’s learning and introspection processes as they progress through society. Economic Load Dispatch (ELD), one of the primary problems in the power syst...

This study presents a comparative analysis of the CO₂ sorption properties of natural zeolites sourced from the Tayzhuzgen (Tg) and Shankanay (Sh) deposits in Kazakhstan. The Tayzhuzgen zeolite was characterized by a Si/Al ratio of 5.6, suggesting par...

Identifying fruit maturity accurately and achieving damage-free harvesting are challenges in designing blueberry-picking robots. This paper presents an intelligent flexible picking system. First, we trained a deep learning-based YOLOv8n network to lo...

The Sichuan Basin has abundant deep and ultra-deep natural gas resources, making it a primary target for exploration and the development of China’s oil and gas industry. However, during the drilling of ultra-deep wells in the Sichuan Basin, com...

The current study focused on the synthesis of doped silver nanoparticles (doped AgNPs) with yttrium (Y), gadolinium (Gd), and chromium (Cr) from pine needle leaf extract (PNLE). X-ray diffraction (XRD) was performed to assess the phase formation, det...

Bisphenol A (BPA) has been extensively used in the commercial production, especially the production of plastic products. It has endocrine-disrupting effects and poses potential risks to health, which is also related to the development of various dise...

The industrial processes used to produce paper and cellulose generate many lignocellulosic residues. These residues are usually burned to produce heat to supply the energy demands of other processes, increasing greenhouse gas emissions and resulting...

Three-phase four-switch active power filters (APFs) have attracted attention due to their low amount of semiconductors and low cost. The traditional control strategy of three-phase four-switch APFs usually includes phase-locked loops (PLLs) and rotat...

Biosurfactants are a group of environmentally friendly amphiphilic molecules that are applicable in numerous industries as essential biotechnology products, such as food production, cleaning products, pharmacology, cosmetics, pesticides, textiles and...

A novel methodology is proposed for the development of empirical flow pattern maps for pulsating heat pipes (PHPs), which relies on the concept of virtual superficial velocity of the liquid and vapour phases. The virtual superficial velocity of each...

Various processes take place in rotor systems with tilting pad bearings. It is important not only to control but also to manage these processes. Due to the instability of the oil film layer in a bearing with inclined pads, oil whirl/whip can occur. S...

The acoustic performance of sound barrier absorption materials utilized in substations is subject to variations due to factors such as sandstorms, corrosion, and rainfall. In this study, a model of the absorbing material was developed based on the De...

To improve the speed buffering and position tracking accuracy of medium–high-speed permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM), a sensorless control method based on an improved sliding mode observer is proposed. By the mathematical model of the b...

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Nitrogen injection technology has become an important production technology after water injection development in the karst fracture-vuggy reservoir in Tahe Oilfield. However, due to the influence of reservoir heterogeneity and the high mobility of ga...

The market share of blade batteries is rising rapidly due to their high energy density, efficient space utilization, and low cost. Nevertheless, effective cooling solutions for blade batteries are crucial to ensure the safe operation of electric vehi...

Pulsed electric field (PEF) is one of the emerging technologies that has been applied in many aspects of the food industry. This study examined the impacts of a PEF on the cooking quality, physicochemical properties, nutritional factors, and in vitro...

Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have attracted much attention as sustainable electrolytes for redox flow batteries. Despite the tremendous advantages of DES-based electrolytes, their high viscosity property has a negative effect on their mass transfer,...

We examined the effectiveness of metal-exchanged phosphomolybdic acid salts in converting levulinic acid, derived from biomass, into valuable products (alkyl levulinate). We prepared salts of phosphomolybdic acid using different metals (Fe³⁺, Al³⁺, Z...

Due to the complexity and diversity of aviation hydraulic pipeline systems, there has been a lack of qualitative formulas or characteristic indicators to describe clamp failures within these systems. In this paper, based on the data-driven idea, an i...

Biosurfactants produced by bacteria possess remarkable emulsification properties for crude oil, significantly enhancing oil mobility and recovery rates. This study aimed to isolate and screen biosurfactant-producing bacteria for oil enhancing recover...

To investigate the safe, stable, and economically viable operation of a boiler under ultra-low-load conditions during the deep peaking process of coal-fired units, a numerical simulation study was conducted on a 660 MW front- and rear-wall hedge cycl...

Screw pumps’ faulty working conditions affect the stability of oil production. At project sites, different sensors are used simultaneously to collect multi-dimensional signals; the data fault labels and location are not clear, and how to compre...

Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) flue gas denitrification systems are inherently complex, typically embodying characteristics of non-linearity, significant time delays, and susceptibility to multiple disturbances. In the context of coal power unit...

Xanthohumol, a prenylated chalcone in the flavonoid group, naturally occurs in many plants and exhibits antioxidant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral effects. The growing interest in xanthohumol due to its potential therape...

The application value of low-quality photos taken in foggy conditions is significantly lower than that of clear images. As a result, restoring the original image information and enhancing the quality of damaged images on cloudy days are crucial. Comm...

An MFI zeolite (Si/Al = 40) was desilicated by alkaline treatment in order to generate mesopores. Temperature, alkali concentration and treatment duration were adjusted to maximize mesoporosity while preserving the zeolite structure. Special attentio...

This study aims to tackle the challenge of explaining the underlying mechanisms behind the time-varying impedance phenomenon in animals experiencing low-voltage electric shocks. A dynamic impedance model that considers the effect of water electrolysi...

Amine transaminases (ATA) are critical players in producing non-canonical amino acids, essential building blocks in pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Significant progress has been made in discovering and engineering enzymes in this field, enhancing...

With increasingly stringent emission regulations, various clean fuel engines, electric propulsion systems, and renewable energy sources have been demonstratively applied in marine power systems. The development of control strategies that can effectiv...