Processes, Volume 13, Issue 11

Sidetracking technology has become a relatively mature approach for redeveloping mature fields and restoring the productivity of old wells. However, the design of conventional sidetracking projects has largely relied on expert experience or numerical...

Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanostructures have been intensively investigated for applications in sensing, photocatalysis, and optoelectronic devices, where functional performance is strongly governed by morphology, crystallinity, and defect structure. Conventi...

To address the challenges of low efficiency, instability, and difficulties in meeting multiple constraints simultaneously in multi-AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) task scheduling for intelligent manufacturing and logistics, this paper introduces a sch...

Aortic valve calcification is the process of calcium buildup on the leaflets of the aortic valve, preceding functional insufficiency. Calcification underlies the development of aortic stenosis by stiffening the valve leaflets, leading to restricted a...

Direct Numerical Simulations (DNS) are widely employed to simulate thermo-fluid dynamics in packed bed reactors, offering high-fidelity insights into complex flow and heat transfer phenomena. However, recent studies have revealed notable differences...

This study explores the synergistic effects of recycled carbon fiber (RCF) and recycled carbon fiber powder (RCFP) on the performance of conductive asphalt mixtures (CAMs). Laboratory tests were conducted to evaluate optimal asphalt content (OAC), el...

Product quality control in chemical processes faces challenges from dynamic non-stationary data, underutilized variable spatial correlations, and overreliance on prior knowledge. This paper addresses these issues by proposing an enhanced Spatio-Tempo...

The tunneling face poses a significant risk for gas disaster in coal mining due to the complex interplay of geological conditions, ventilation strategies, and construction techniques, resulting in nonlinear and spatiotemporal dynamics in gas concentr...

To address the challenges of climate change mitigation and operational flexibility in active distribution networks (ADNs) amid high renewable energy penetration, this paper proposes a low-carbon economic dispatch framework integrating demand-side car...

Global population growth, climate change, and the environmental impact of livestock production have accelerated the search for sustainable and efficient protein sources. Fruiting bodies (mushrooms) and mycelial biomass have emerged as promising alter...

Solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) technology is an electrochemical power generation apparatus that enables the direct conversion of chemical fuel energy into electrical energy. To address the issue of thermal cycling stability, which is critical for comme...

Control systems stand as the crucial nervous system of modern industrial and technological processes, essential for achieving high performance, safety, and efficiency across diverse applications, from complex microgrids to advanced robotics [...]

The hydrocarbon accumulation process in the Dongying Formation (a key Cenozoic reservoir in the western Bohai Bay Basin) is complex due to superimposed tectonic activities. To reconstruct its evolution, we integrated fluid inclusion analysis, burial&...

To overcome the limited mechanical strength and poor stability of conventional gels in high-temperature, high-salinity oilfield environments, a novel nanocellulose-reinforced hydrogel (AM/AA/PCNF) was developed through a multistep chemical modificati...

This study presents the results of a comprehensive study on various agglomeration methods and binder types for producing briquettes from raw materials. Also, this research focuses on one of the major issues in the production of extrusion briquettes,...

The flexible operation of coal-fired boilers poses significant challenges to thermal safety, particularly due to delayed responses in wall temperature under variable load conditions, which may lead to overheating risks and reduced equipment lifespan....

To address the optimization challenges arising from the large-scale integration of distributed energy resources into active distribution networks, this paper proposes a multi-objective optimization partitioning method that balances system security/st...

Glass furnaces are a key component of the energy-intensive glass industry. Therefore, optimization of their energy performance is crucial for both economic and environmental sustainability. This study focused on optimizing the performance of an elect...

Municipal solid waste incineration fly ash (MSWIFA) can be reused as an admixture in cementitious materials, but its low activity limits its utilization as a resource. In this study, we systematically investigated the mineral and grinding characteris...

Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) technology has emerged as a valuable tool for monitoring fluid and proppant injection during hydraulic fracturing. One of its applications involves estimating cluster-level fluid and proppant allocations in real tim...

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa L.) is a wild, understudied plant rich in bioactive compounds such as polyphenols with designated antioxidant potential. The main objective of this research was to optimize ultrasound-assisted extraction of blackthorn pomac...

Existing faulty coal-fired units generally achieve oil-free stable combustion only at loads over 30%, failing to meet low load regulation demands. To address the insufficient flexibility of boilers, a novel flame-stabilization theory was developed fo...

This paper presents the validation of a voltage balancing converter for a bipolar DC microgrid designed to ensure reliable operation in both grid-connected and islanded modes. This microgrid includes unipolar constant power loads (CPL), a unipolar Ba...

Wave soldering is a technological process that allows for the simultaneous soldering of multiple locations on the same circuit board. Its major defects, such as tin bridging and insufficient tin filling, continue to challenge manufacturers, resulting...

In the Republic of Kazakhstan (one of the top 10 oil-producing countries in the world), the remediation of oil pollution found in unproductive soils under the conditions of a sharply continental arid climate is a highly relevant problem. The aims of...

The global demand for high-quality rice necessitates advancements in milling technologies and quality assessment techniques that are rapid, accurate, and scalable. Traditional methods of rice evaluation are time-consuming and subjective, and are incr...

The aircraft air-cycle system (ACS) provides cabin cooling, dehumidification, and pressurization. As a key component, the water separator removes free moisture from the air, preventing turbine icing/blockage under high humidity and avoiding humidity-...

In the present study, the endophytic fungus Fusarium fujikuroi was isolated from the medicinal plant Debregeasia salicifolia and cultivated for the extraction of bioactive metabolites. The crude extract was fractionated via gravity column chromatogra...

The siting of renewable energy systems (RESs) in regions vulnerable to multiple climate hazards presents a critical challenge for sustainable infrastructure planning. Traditional approaches, primarily driven by static assessments of solar and wind po...

Special steel manufacturing involves both discrete processing events and continuous physical flows, forming a representative discrete–continuous hybrid production system. However, due to the visually homogeneous surfaces of steel products, the...

It is crucial to investigate methods for improving the stiffness performance of machine tools according to their specific dynamic working conditions. This paper presents a complete computer-aided workflow for structural transient topology optimizatio...

Surfactant-based drying of polymeric coatings is a highly non-linear complex process due to the involvement of simultaneous heat and mass transfer. It is quite challenging to model this type of system mathematically. We resorted to a data-driven tech...

Flourensia cernua, commonly known as hojasén, is an endemic species from northern Mexico used in herbal medicine as a remedy for various stomach and respiratory ailments. In addition to its medicinal applications, this plant has notable antiox...

Lactic acid is an important biobased chemical widely used in the production of biodegradable plastics, food, and pharmaceuticals. However, the application of flocculant Saccharomyces cerevisiae remains limited in addressing stresses such as high-gluc...

To address the impact of source-load uncertainty on voltage security and power flow distribution, this study proposes an active distribution network (ADN) active–reactive power coordinated optimal dispatch strategy that incorporates the grid ba...

This study introduces nanoparticle-enhanced pulsed power plasma stimulation (NP-3PS) as a waterless fracturing technology for enhanced geothermal systems (EGS), employing ultrafast high-pressure plasma discharges from a 20 kJ capacitor charged to 40...

This paper offers a perspective on the future of energy harvesting through reverse electrodialysis (RED), particularly in systems using seawater and river water as feed solutions. Although significant progress has been made in membrane development an...

The utilization of lime kiln flue gas for producing CO₂-based fertilizer represents an emerging pathway to link industrial emission reduction with sustainable agricultural development. This review summarizes recent progress in CO₂ capture, purificati...

Hydraulic fracturing is a widely used stimulation technology in coalbed methane (CBM) fields. However, the coal reservoir damage caused by high-pressure hydraulic fracturing seriously affects the production effects, and the mechanism is not clear. Th...

Urea production plays a crucial part in the worldwide agricultural economy, providing a primary supply of nitrogen for fertilizers. For storage and transport, urea is synthesized in granular form, and the prilling technology is frequently employed. I...

The accurate analysis of the sealing performance of underground lined cavern hydrogen storage is critical for enhancing the stability and economic viability of storage facilities. This study conducts an innovative investigation into hydrogen leakage...

To address the challenges of high dimensionality, nonlinearity, and multiple constraints in distribution network fault location, where traditional intelligent optimization algorithms are prone to local optima and slow convergence, this paper proposes...

Insulators serve as critical insulating components in power transmission lines, and their defects are one of the primary causes of power outages in power grids. Power companies widely utilize unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) inspections to collect image...

The oil and gas sector encounterssignificant material problems during acid stimulation, particularly under high temperatures, high pressures, and corrosive conditions with CO₂ and H₂S. This study focused on corrosion and erosion failures of tungsten...

Skin aging involves oxidative stress, inflammation, and hyperpigmentation, prompting growing interest in plant-based treatments. Pistacia lentiscus L. and Pistacia atlantica Desf. (Anacardiaceae), North African pharmacopoeia species with recognized p...

This paper presents results derived from carbothermic reduction of tellurium from a tellurium-containing condensate obtained during the oxidative-distillation roasting of a tellurium-containing middling. It is shown that the tellurium-containing cond...

The safe production of mineral resources serves as a crucial cornerstone for sustaining the steady development of the national economy, and the level of its guarantee is directly linked to the overall situation of the industry’s sustainable dev...

Hydrogen has the potential to become a key component of the global economy by reducing reliance on fossil fuel imports, enhancing energy independence, and mitigating climate change. Its future role depends on factors such as availability, cost compet...

This study presents the experimental and thermodynamic evaluation of a solar thermochemical refrigeration system (STRS) powered by evacuated tube solar collectors with heat pipes as thermal energy sources, using industrial-grade BaCl₂–NH₃. The...

A malignant leakage presents a significant challenge in drilling engineering, particularly within carbonate formations, where such a leakage is frequently encountered. Currently, there is no effective solution to this problem. In this study, a water-...