Engineering Proceedings, Volume 117, Issue 1

A hybrid material was synthesized via the formation of gold nanoparticles within a glucuronoxylomannan (GXM) polysaccharide matrix under alkaline conditions. The ionization of GXM carboxyl groups induced electrostatic repulsion, creating a flexible m...

Solar drying is a sustainable and energy-efficient method for preserving agricultural products; however, its performance is strongly influenced by fluctuating environmental conditions. This study presents an artificial neural network (ANN)-based pred...

The drying process in indirect solar dryers is strongly influenced by rapidly changing ambient conditions, resulting in highly nonlinear and dynamic system behavior. Accurate modeling is therefore essential for performance evaluation, process optimiz...

The increasing penetration of distributed renewable energy resources and the emergence of prosumers are reshaping the operational landscape of distribution grids. This work proposes a comprehensive prosumer-centric control and coordination framework...

In Mexico, mezcal production relies heavily on firewood, consuming up to 246 m³ per artisanal batch and producing approximately 2.4 t of bagasse for every 6 t of fermented Agave. This residue, with a calorific value of ≈19.4 MJ/kg, is a promisi...

This study examined the influence of temperature on the physicochemical and morphological properties of biochar from green pea peels. Biochar was produced by thermal degradation of the feedstock under Na₂CO₃ catalyst at temperatures of 300–800...

Water kefir is a non-dairy fermented water drink which includes lactic acid bacteria, acetic acid bacteria and yeasts which provide probiotic as well as antioxidant properties. Prunus armeniaca (apricot) is a promising raw material to develop a funct...

The separation and purification of carbon dioxide (CO₂) from sour gas streams is critical for emission reduction and industrial reuse. This study presents a chemical absorption-based process simulation of CO₂ (carbon dioxide) and H₂S (hydrogen sulfid...

The automation of petroleum extraction columns requires robust and adaptive control due to the highly nonlinear nature of the heat and mass transfer processes involved. In this study, a hybrid control system integrating conventional fuzzy logic with...

This study aimed to produce gluten-free cupcakes (GFCs) using a composite flour blend of Lepidium sativum seed mucilage (LSM) in different proportions. The GFCs substituted oil with 100% LSM (M100), revealing significant reduction in fat content (87....

This study investigates how graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄), derived from melamine, urea, and thiourea, degrades recalcitrant pharmaceuticals. Among the materials used, g-C₃N₄ derived from urea showed the highest degradation of methyl orange (60.25...

This study presents an artificial neural network (ANN)-based predictive model for evaluating the drying efficiency of a cabinet-type solar dryer used for dehydrating Plantago major leaves under natural climatic conditions. The performance of solar dr...

The increasing digital integration of Industrial Control Systems (ICS), including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Distributed Control Systems (DCSs), has improved operational efficiency while simultaneously increasing exposure to...

This study assessed the techno-economic performance and energy efficiency of scrap tyre valorization through pyrolysis in Nigeria, comparing two configurations: a pyrolysis plant integrated with power generation (Scenario 1) and a standalone pyrolysi...

Polyethylene is widely used in flexible packaging, but its hydrophobic and inert surface limits its compatibility with environmentally friendly water-based inks and paints. Conventional methods improve wettability only temporarily and with limited co...

Industrial information systems based on web technologies (ISOWT) face escalating security challenges, particularly in critical sectors such as energy. Traditional qualitative security assessments often lack the ability to deliver actionable, real-tim...

The utilization of waste biomass such as chicken manure (CM) for producing valuable products like fermentable sugars has gained increasing research attention. However, limited studies have explored the effect of acid pretreatment on sugar recovery ef...

Benzene-1,2,4-triyl tris(2-(3-carboxy-4-hydroxybenzenesulfonate) acetate) synthesis is an important step forward in the synthesis of multifunctional organic molecules, which have potential uses in material science and medical chemistry, among other d...

Slovakia’s biomethane production potential represents up to 10% of Slovakia’s natural gas consumption, which is largely unexploited. The aim of this paper is to develop a model of each available technology (continuous, dry batch, and wet...

Solar drying is an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly method for dehydrating agricultural and medicinal products; however, its performance is strongly affected by fluctuating climatic conditions and nonlinear heat and mass transfer process...

Industrial packaging systems exert substantial environmental pressures, including material resource depletion, greenhouse gas emissions, and the accumulation of post-consumer waste. As global supply chains expand and sustainability regulations intens...

In recent years, intelligent control of complex thermodynamic systems has gained increasing attention due to global demands for higher energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact in industrial settings. This study explores the integration of q...

Wastewater treatment is one of the major challenges in the reuse of water as a natural resource. Cleaning of water depends on analyzing and treating the water for the pollutants that have a significant impact on the quality of the water. Detecting an...

Accurate parameter extraction is essential for reliable photovoltaic (PV) modeling and performance assessment. This study proposes an improved Particle Swarm Optimization (IPSO) algorithm and presents a comparative evaluation against particle swarm o...

Carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions are a major contributor to climate change, requiring sustainable carbon capture and utilization (CCU) strategies. This study employed density functional theory (DFT) to assess a choline chloride–lactic acid deep e...

Carbon capture is an essential technology for reducing industrial CO₂ emissions, particularly in the power and cement sectors. Among the various capture methods, solvent-based absorption systems are widely used due to their efficiency and scalability...

Due to the world’s rising energy demand and reliance on fossil fuels, exploring cleaner energy sources is urgent. Green diesel from renewable resources, such as waste vegetable oil, is promising because it is compatible with petroleum diesel fr...

The removal of residual free chlorine ions from industrial wastewater is a critical step toward achieving sustainable and environmentally compliant water reuse. Excess chlorine in sludge collector water causes corrosion of process equipment, inhibits...

Thiosemicarbazones are known for their versatile coordination behavior and wide-ranging applications in the field of materials science, catalysis, and medicinal chemistry. Several investigations have reported on the biological potential of transition...

This study investigated the removal of phosphates from water using an adsorbent composed of Sacha Inchi cuticle and eggshell. For this, a filtration system was constructed using 10 cm diameter PVC pipes and employing 155.56 g of the adsorbent, which...

Winery wastewater contains recalcitrant pollutants, such as phenolic compounds, which can hinder biological treatment processes. While monitoring these systems is essential to prevent treatment failure, quantifying recalcitrant compounds through conv...

Natural zeolites—clinoptilolite from Golobradovo and mordenite from Lyaskovets deposits, Bulgaria—were used for the preparation of zeolite-supported CeO₂@Polybenzimidazole (PBI) hybrid materials, incorporating green-synthesized ceria usin...

The increasing resistance of Candida tropicalis to conventional antifungal agents has necessitated the development of effective, biocompatible alternatives derived from natural sources. Garlic (Allium sativum), known for its potent antimicrobial acti...

Industrial wastewater treatment processes often exhibit highly nonlinear, dynamic behavior, making accurate prediction and control difficult when using conventional modeling approaches. This study presents an enhanced Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference S...

Introduction: Open-circuit cooling systems (OCCSs), integral to many industrial processes, often release blowdown water containing elevated concentrations of treatment chemicals. These discharges, if uncontrolled, pose substantial risks to aquatic ec...

This study evaluates the feasibility of Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy combined with chemometric modeling for monitoring twin-screw melt granulation. Lactose monohydrate was used as a model excipient and polyethylene glycol (PEG 6000) (Sistemas Ana...

This study assesses four hydrogen production pathways (electrolysis, ammonia cracking, steam biomethane reforming, and methane pyrolysis) for an inland refinery under European Renewable Energy Directive III (RED III) goals. Using multicriteria decisi...

Many individual wastewater streams exhibit imbalanced or poor nutrient profiles, limiting their suitability for efficient biological treatment. In regions where several agro-industrial activities coexist, these streams are often produced in small vol...

The ever-growing global consumption of coffee generates millions of tons of spent coffee grounds (SCG) annually, posing a significant waste disposal problem. Although some SCG find use in composting or biogas production, a large portion remains under...

Integrating electrochemical fuel cells and internal combustion engines can enhance the total efficiency and sustainability of power systems. This study presents a promising solution by integrating a Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) with a m...

Grid impedance variation has the possibility of leading to voltage oscillation and control instability, which poses a serious problem to electric vehicle (EV) charger design. In response to this problem, this paper proposes a robust control approach...

Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) have emerged as highly efficient adsorbents for heavy metal removal owing to their biodegradability, wide availability, and rich surface chemistry. Their abundant hydroxyl and other reactive functional groups provide a h...

The urgent need for cleaner energy sources has driven exploration into innovative and sustainable solutions. This study investigates the potential of the invasive aquatic plant, the water hyacinth, to contribute to energy recovery and support the pre...

The reduced graphene oxide (rGO) combination in association with the single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) in a dispersion minimizes the number of carbon particles to obtain a hydrogel with the same level of specific conductivity. When developing n...

In this study, an efficient and regioselective synthetic method was developed for the preparation of 3-hydroxy-3-((2-(naphthalen-2-yloxy)-2-oxoethoxy)carbonyl)pentanedioic acid, a multifunctional ether–ester compound of potential interest for p...

Microplastics, plastic particles smaller than 5 mm, are now ubiquitous and represent a form of pollution that threatens ecosystems and human health, infiltrating the environment, air, and food chain. The search for solutions to microplastics requires...

Rabies remains a persistent zoonotic threat, particularly in regions where domestic dogs are the main source of human and animal infections. This mathematical model studies the dynamics of rabies transmission between canine populations (dog-to-dog) a...

The widespread disposal of pharmaceutical waste, particularly diclofenac (DCF), poses a significant threat to aquatic ecosystems. The current degradation methods, including biological treatments and standalone advanced oxidation processes, often prov...

The industrial processing of innovative packaging papers with enhanced barrier properties has become ever more challenging due to the more stringent regulations on single-use plastics (SUPs), with an extended applicability to coated papers. Although...

The decarbonisation of energy-intensive separation processes is critical for achieving net-zero goals in the chemical industry. While widely used for separating azeotropic mixtures, pressure swing distillation (PSD) remains highly energy-intensive du...