Browsing Theme 1: Energy, Environment & Resource Sustainability by Publication Date
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A Novel Modified Switched Inductor Boost Converter with Reduced Switch Voltage Stress
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)DC-DC power converters are necessary to step-up the voltage or current with high conversion ratio for many applications e.g. photovoltaic and fuel cell energy conversion, uninterruptible power supply, DC microgrid, automobile, ... -
Development of in-situ sensors for CO2 to fuel process
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Conversion of CO2 into fuel is an interesting and promising field. However, the conversion yield is hard to measure during the conversion process. Here, we have developed two techniques to measure the amount of CO2 while ... -
Pretreatment of cyanobacterial Chroococcidiopsis. biomass prior to hydrothermal liquefaction for enhanced hydrocarbon yield and energy recovery
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Chroococcidiopsis sp. was grown in 200 L open raceway pond. Biomass density and average biomass productivity were 0.41 g/L and 16.1 g/m2/d. Chroococcidiopsis biomass was harvested by self-settling. Self settled biomass was ... -
Cellulose microfibers (CMFs) reinforced smart self-healing polymeric composite coatings for corrosion protection of steel
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)The use of organic coating for the metals has been widely being used to protect the surface against corrosion. Polymeric coating incorporated with Nanocontainers loaded with inhibitor and self-healing provides better ... -
Approaches to achieve sustainable use and management of groundwater resources in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)This paper reviews the hydro-geochemical characterization of Qatar's aquifer. In addition, it highlights the opportunities in the current groundwater management practices to achieve a sustainable groundwater use in Qatar ... -
DFT-MD dissolution of oilfield pyrite scale using borax
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Introduction: Oilfield scales including pyrite form in oil and gas pipelines, underground tubing, and surface equipment thus blocking the flow of fluids and hindering production. Hence, the need for the development of ... -
Catalytic decomposition of ethanol over bimetallic NiCo catalysts for carbon nanotube synthesis
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)In this work we investigate the use of NiCo bimetal/oxide as catalyst for hydrogen production from ethanol, with a focus on the deactivation pattern and the nature of the observed carbon deposition [1, 2]. It is well known ... -
Piezoelectric Nanogenerators Based On Pvdf-Hfp/Zno Mesoporous Silica Nanocomposites For Self-Powering Devices
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Due to the rising global concern over energy catastrophe and environmental issues, attention has been diverted towards future energy. In recent times, rechargeable power and renewable energy sources have been considered ... -
Shear Behavior of Fiber Reinforced Concrete Beams with Basalt FRP Reinforcing Bars and Glass FRP Stirrups
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)The State of Qatar suffers from a harsh environment in the form of high temperature that prevails almost all year round in addition to severe humidity and coastal conditions. This exposure leads to the rapid deterioration ... -
Algae-based biofertilizer for date palm cultivation in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is the main fruit crop found in the arid and semi-arid regions of the world. It naturally adapts to the adverse environments of extreme heat and water scarcity and prevents further ... -
Facile synthesis of mesoporous silica nanoparticles and its electrochemical conversion of CO2 to fuels
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)The increasing amount of CO2 emissions from the industries is proving to have disastrous consequences on the environment. It would be highly beneficial if this CO2 is to be recycled and converted into useful fuel. The aim ... -
Novel Method for the production of Water from Humid Environment of Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Water scarcity is the major challenge of the upcoming decades for the entire world. Middle eastern nations are prone to water scarcity due to very less rainfall, scarce fresh water sources, sandy surrounding and harsh humid ... -
Detection of acetone in breath solution using nanocomposite CeO2-NiO-ZnO
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Acetone level of diabetic patients from their breath can be detected. The effect of CeO2 -NiO-ZnO nanocomposite was studied by adding different concentration of acetone. Structural (XRD, Raman) and morphological (SEM with ... -
Synthesis of High-Antifouling and Antibacterial Ultrafiltration Membranes Incorporating Low Concentrations of Graphene Oxide
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Membrane treatment for wastewater treatment is one of the promising solutions to affordable clean water. It is a developing technology throughout the world and considered as the most effective and economical method ... -
Capacitive type Humidity sensor based on PANI decorated Cu-ZnS porous micropshere
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)PANI coated Cu-ZnS porous microsphere structures have been synthesized by hydrothermal method and in-situ polymerization process. The synthesized composite is characterized by different techniques in order to study the ... -
Drone-based Cooling Leakage Measurement from Glass Front Towers
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Drones are increasingly gaining more attention these days and they are employed in several applications. At the same time, the steps towards saving energy and improving the efficiency of the buildings are significantly ... -
Biological Control of Mycotoxigenic Fungi and Ochratoxin A by The In-Vitro Application of a Qatari Burkholderia cepacia Strain (QBC03)
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites synthesized by mycotoxigenic fungi belonging mainly to three major fungal genera that are Aspergillus, Fusarium and Penicillium. The latter mycotoxigenic fungi contaminate plants and ... -
method validation of drug quantification poster
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)A lowest detection limit with straight linearity were obtained by developing a method to analyze Phenacetin (Phe) in both aqueous and organic extraction by using Liquid chromatography Triple Quoadrpole mass with electrospray ... -
Parametric study on moment redistribution of fiber reinforced concrete continuous beams with basalt FRP bars
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)The state of Qatar is suffering from its harsh environment and coastal conditions which stand for most of the year. As a result, steel-reinforced concrete structures are subjected to rapid corrosion and deterioration. ... -
Novel Electroless Deposited Corrosion - Resistant and Anti-Bacterial NiP-TiNi Nanocomposite Coatings
( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)From acidic NiP electroless bath, the co-deposition of TiNi nanoparticles in the NiP matrix to form novel NiP-TiNi nanocomposite coatings (NCCs) on top of API X100 carbon steel using several concentrations of TiNi nanoparticles ...
