Processes, Volume 13, Issue 7

With the global transition towards renewable energy, pumped storage has become a pivotal technology for large-scale energy storage, playing an essential role in peak load regulation, frequency control, and ensuring the stability of modern power syste...

Capturing CO₂ emitted by coal chemical enterprises and injecting it into oil reservoirs not only effectively improves the recovery rate and development efficiency of tight oil reservoirs in the Ordos Basin but also addresses the carbon emission probl...

Jackfruit seeds (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam.) are a viable option for supporting a sustainable protein supply. The objective was to obtain protein powder from jackfruit seeds protein concentrate (JSPC) by spray drying. A central composite design wa...

Based on a detailed investigation of the geological setting of coalbed methane by previous work in the Xiangzhong Depression, Hunan Province, numerical simulation methods were used to simulate the geological storage of carbon dioxide and displacement...

In this work, a model-based approach to inferentially obtaining information about the 3D fractal dimension of agglomerates produced in spray fluidized beds is presented. The method utilizes high-detail but scarce offline information from X-ray microc...

Tight gas is an unconventional resource abundantly found in low-porosity, low-permeability sandstone reservoirs. Production can be significantly reduced due to water production during the development process. Therefore, it is necessary to predict wat...

In recent years, manufacturing has undergone significant transformation triggered by pressing societal demand for productivity and sustainability, made possible by accelerating technological innovation [...]

The organic Rankine cycle (ORC) is a key technology for the recovery of low-grade waste heat, but its efficient and stable operation is challenged by complex kinetic coupling. This paper proposes a model partitioning strategy based on gap measurement...

During the steam reforming of methane (SRM) process, elevated CH₄ levels after the reaction often signify inadequate heat supply or incomplete reactions within the reformer, jeopardizing process stability. In this paper, a novel multi-step forecastin...

Aerated accumulation bioreactors represent a promising alternative for the aerobic bioremediation of solid contaminated substrates. However, achieving homogeneous mixing and effective air distribution remains a key design challenge in solid-phase sys...

The quality effects of spectral irradiance conditions during papaya (Carica papaya L.) drying were investigated using three different dryers: a solar dryer with dynamic irradiance control (SDIC), a cylindrical solar dryer (CSD), and a solar simulator...

This study investigated the production of biodiesel from canola oil, the formulation of sustainable ternary fuel blends with diesel and alcohol (ethanol or propanol), and the experimental and machine learning-based modeling of their physical properti...

In response to the increasing consumer interest in the health benefits of plant-based foods, in this study, fuzzy logic modeling (FLM) was used to optimize the lactic fermentation process of several buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum)-based substrates (...

To investigate the mechanisms by which inlet water velocity and rotational speed affect spray tower performance, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) was employed to analyze key performance indicators, including outlet flow velocity, flow rate, and the...

Dragon fruit peel is a by-product rich in bioactive compounds, such as polyphenols and betalains. In this study, ultrasound-assisted enzyme extraction (UAEE) was proposed to exploit this, combining the advantages of the enzymatic hydrolysis and ultra...

Mercury is a highly toxic heavy metal that poses serious threats to human health and environmental safety, highlighting the critical importance of accurate Hg²⁺ detection. In this study, a novel fluorescent probe AP was synthesized by conjugating flu...

Denitrification technology in thermal power plants plays a critical role in reducing nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions, thereby improving air quality and mitigating climate change. This study conducts a numerical simulation of the SCR (Selective Catalyt...

The spontaneous combustion disaster of coal not only causes a waste of resources but also affects the safe production of coal mines. In order to accurately detect the range and location of the spontaneous combustion source of coal, this paper studies...

The accurate prediction of static formation temperature (SFT) is essential for ensuring safety and efficiency in ultra-deep well drilling operations. Excessive downhole temperatures (>150 °C) can degrade drilling fluids, damage temperature-sen...

Energy production is a global concern, encouraging the search for sustainable alternatives such as charcoal, a promising solid biofuel. This study evaluated the effects of temperature and carbonisation time on charcoal produced from Quercus wood. Car...

In the context of wastewater treatment plant optimization, this study presents a novel approach based on a virtual sensor architecture designed to estimate total nitrogen levels in effluent and assess plant performance using an operational indicator....

In order to improve the reliability evaluation accuracy of a new generation of substation relay protection equipment under small-sample failure rate data, a Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) model based on the Adaptive Spiral Flying Sparrow Search...

Distributed photovoltaic storage charging piles in remote rural areas can solve the problem of charging difficulties for new energy vehicles in the countryside, but these storage charging piles contain a large number of power electronic devices, and...

Rapid global urbanization poses complex challenges that demand advanced data-driven forecasting solutions for smart cities. Traditional statistical and standalone Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) models often struggle to capture non-linear dynamics and...

In the process of high-speed wire rod production, flying steel accidents may occur due to various reasons. Current detection methods relying on sensors like hardware make debugging complex as well as limit real-time and accuracy. These methods are co...

This study investigates the stability risks associated with a substandard-thickness (42 m) backfill isolation layer in the open-underground coordinated mining system of the Yongping Copper Mine’s eastern panel at the −150 m level. A numer...

This paper explores the complex dynamics of mixed convective flow in a Casson fluid saturated in a non-Darcy porous medium, focusing on the influence of gyrotactic microorganisms, internal heat generation, and multiple convective mechanisms. Casson f...

Currently, the Longmaxi shale in the Sichuan Basin is the most successful stratum of shale gas production in China. However, because Longmaxi shale mostly has high over-maturity, a low-maturity sample cannot be obtained for gas generation thermal sim...

Aiming to contribute to environmental remediation strategies, this work proposes a novel fabrication of photoelectrocatalytic electrodes containing a BiOI coating deposited onto non-conductive glass (NCG) for CO₂ conversion applications. When BiOI el...

Accurate State of Charge (SOC) estimation is challenged by battery aging and complex internal dynamics. This work introduces a novel framework, Mamba-PG, that leverages the Mamba architecture to integrate internal gas pressure—a direct indicato...

Global population growth, combined with the energy-intensive demands of modern lifestyles, has led to a significant increase in energy demand, accompanied by the ongoing environmental burden due to the dependence on fossil fuels [...]

Oxidative stress overwhelms cellular antioxidant defenses, causing DNA damage and pro-tumorigenic signaling that accelerate cancer initiation and progression. Electron shuttles (ESs) from phytocompounds offer precise redox control but lack quantitati...

The continuous deposition of coal fine in the well can lead to complex problems, such as pump blockage and reduced capacity. The traditional critical velocity model applicable to rigid spherical particles, such as sand grains and glass beads, finds i...

This study investigates the feasibility of producing low-carbon FeCr via metallothermic smelting of Cr concentrate and chromite spinel powder using a complex FeAlSiCa alloy as the reductant in an induction furnace. The proposed approach offers an alt...

Non-catalytic partial oxidation (POX) of natural gas is gaining importance in low-carbon energy systems for methane conversion to acetylene, syngas, and olefins. However, uncontrolled polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and soot formation remain...

The present study aimed to characterize the total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of mesquite pods (Prosopis velutina) and evaluate the effect on meat qualities in a meat product, with a view to their application as a natural functional ing...

Biodrying and composting are aerobic processes to treat and stabilize organic solid waste, but biodrying involves a shorter process time and does not require the addition of water. The resulting biodried material (BM) is mainly used as an energy sour...

Chestnut (Castanea sativa Mill.) is an edible nut recognized for its nutritional attributes, particularly its elevated levels of carbohydrates (starch) and proteins. Chestnuts are popular for their health-promoting properties and hold significant env...

Formation MicroScanner Image (FMI) technology is a key method for identifying fractured reservoirs and optimizing oil and gas exploration, but its inherent insufficient resolution severely constrains the fine characterization of geological features....

With the development of digital power systems, the establishment of digital twin models for transformers is of great significance in enhancing power system stability. Consequently, greater demands are placed on the real-time performance and accuracy...

This work aims to assess the droplets produced by a novel evaporation process, proposed as an alternative for managing tequila vinasses, using a spectral camera with three spectral bands and a thermal camera mounted on an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV...

This study focuses on the multiphase flow in horizontal wells based on distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) monitoring. Through laboratory experiments and field data analysis, it was found that the micro-seismic differences in flow patterns can be clea...

In tight sandstone gas reservoirs, proppant flowback severely limits stable gas production. This study uses laboratory flowback experiments and field analyses of the ShaXimiao tight sandstone in the Wenxing gas area to investigate the mechanisms cont...

Since dust aerosols are one of the major pollutants in Georgia, it is important to study the aeolian desert dust (ADD) invasion to Georgia from the neighboring deserts to find out its contribution to the dust pollution problem. Therefore, the main ob...

Based on admirable porous media performance and the popularity of additive manufacturing technology, gradient porous media are progressively being applied in increasing fields. In this study, convection heat transfer within a square vented cavity, pa...

In engineering structures, damping materials are an effective way to improve vibration characteristics, but they can significantly increase the weight and cost of the structure. In this study, based on the variable density topology optimization algor...

The construction sector presently consumes about 40% of global energy and generates 36% of CO₂ emissions, making facade retrofits a priority for decarbonising buildings. This review clarifies how ventilated facades (VFs), wall assemblies that interpo...

To address the difficulty of locating small-hole leaks in buried natural gas pipelines, this study conducted a comprehensive theoretical and numerical analysis of the acoustic characteristics associated with such leakage events. A coupled flow–...

This study proposes an iterative method based on thermal equilibrium equations to calculate the radial temperature distribution of long-span overhead transmission lines under forced convection. This paper takes the ACSR 500/280 conductor as the resea...

This study employs advanced numerical simulation to investigate the influence of shelf temperature on the freeze-drying kinetics and product quality of Cordyceps militaris. Emphasis is placed on the glass transition and structural collapse mechanisms...