Chemical Engineering: Recent submissions
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Thermodynamic efficiency analysis of ZnO/Zn based solar thermochemical CH4 reforming and H2O splitting cycle
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)The ZnO/Zn based CH4 reforming (MR) and H2O splitting (WS) process was thermody- namically scrutinized in this investigation. Two process arrangements i.e., ZnO/Zn based open (ZS) process and ZnO/Zn based semi-open (ZSH) ... -
The effect of N-heterocyclic carbene units on the absorption spectra of Fe(ii) complexes: A challenge for theory
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2020 , Article)The absorption spectra of five Fe(II) homoleptic and heteroleptic complexes containing strong sigma-donating N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) and polypyridyl ligands have been theoretically characterized using a tuned ... -
Electrocatalytic conversion of CO2 over in-situ grown Cu microstructures on Cu and Zn foils
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Electrochemical conversion of carbon dioxide to value added multi-carbon products is of great importance and a promising approach to mitigate greenhouse gases. In this work, we report the fabrication of electrodes by ... -
Evaluation of the efficiency of ionic liquids in the demulsification of oil-in-water emulsions
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)The production of oil in water emulsions (O/W-EMUL) is prevalent in the petroleum sector due to the presence of several stabilizers; however, O/W-EMUL is an unwanted phenomenon. Given that, this study evaluates the efficiency ... -
Membrane Distillation Crystallization Hybrid Process for Zero Liquid Discharge in QAFCO Plant
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Qatar fertilizer company (QAFCO) is one of the world’s largest single site producer of ammonia and urea with production capacity of 12,900 metric tons per day. Currently, QAFCO faces major challenges in terms of water ... -
Understanding the electrochemical performance of LiNi0. 5Mn1.5O4 coated with Yttria and distributed over graphene nanosheets as cathode in li-ion batteries
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4 is a promising cathode material for lithium-ion batteries with a high-voltage spinel structure. A microwave-assisted chemical co-precipitation method was used to synthesize Y2O3 coated quasi-spheres of ... -
Investigational Study for the efficiency of Fe3O4@SiO2 nanoparticles in the Oil Recovery Process using glass micromodel
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Nanofluids have shown their potential in the oil recovery process through surface modification. Due to their surface characteristics, they can apply to improve the oil production from reservoirs by enabling different ... -
Self-healing behavior of epoxy-based double-layer nanocomposite coatings modified with Zirconia nanoparticles
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)This work reports the self-healing behavior of epoxy reinforced ZrO2 double-layer nanocomposite coatings to alleviate the deleterious effects of corrosion in the oil and gas industry. The corrosion inhibitor (imidazole) ... -
Synthesis & Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Cathode Materials for Energy Storage
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Research into the development of novel cathode materials for energy storage applications is progressing at a rapid rate to meet the ever-growing demands of modern society. Amongst various options, batteries are playing a ... -
Double layered polymeric coatings for corrosion protection of steel
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Corrosion is one of the challenging issues faced by many industries, causing substantial economic losses every year due to the degradation of metallic parts, raising many safety concerns. Therefore, it is of utmost relevance ... -
Bio-Inspired Fabrication of Ultrafiltration Membranes incorporating Polydopamine Functionalized Graphene Oxide Nanoparticles
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Novel PSF composite UF membranes incorporating low loadings of polydopamine-functionalized graphene oxide particles (rGO-PDA) were fabricated and investigated. The functionalization was confirmed using FTIR-UATR, Raman ... -
Self-Healing Performance of Smart Polymeric Coatings Modified with Tung Oil and Linalyl Acetate
( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)This work focuses on the synthesis and characterization of polymeric smart self-healing coatings. A comparison of structural, thermal, and self-healing properties of two different polymeric coatings comprising distinct ... -
Comparative study on low and high pressure CO2 adsorption capacity of organic materials
( AIChE , 2016 , Conference)Application of solid sorbents for CO2 capture and separation has been under consideration since last decades owing to the promising feature of repeatable use, low cost of regeneration and thermo physical stability. However, ... -
Solar hydrogen production via a samarium oxide-based thermochemical water splitting cycle
( MDPI AG , 2016 , Article)The computational thermodynamic analysis of a samarium oxide-based two-step solar thermochemical water splitting cycle is reported. The analysis is performed using HSC chemistry software and databases. The first (solar-based) ... -
Surface characterization of mild steel exposed to atmosphere after being treated by sodium benzoate and dicyclohexylamine nitrite
( Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. , 2016 , Article)Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the performances of two inhibitors in controlling corrosion of steel products in industrial and marine atmosphere. Design/methodology/approach: Corrosion rates were ... -
Coagulant recovery and reuse for drinking water treatment
( Elsevier Ltd , 2016 , Article)Coagulant recovery and reuse from waterworks sludge has the potential to significantly reduce waste disposal and chemicals usage for water treatment. Drinking water regulations demand purification of recovered coagulant ... -
Challenges in the design and operation of an efficient photobioreactor for microalgae cultivation and hydrogen production
( Springer India , 2016 , Book chapter)The major challenge in the production of biofuels from microalgae is the need to generate sufficient quantities of microalgal biomass and an environmentally friendly and cost-effective method for extraction of oil from the ... -
Sustained solar fuel production in multiple thermochemical cycles using sol-gel derived ferrite nanopowders
( TechConnect , 2016 , Conference)In this paper, the sol-gel synthesis of Mg-doped Niferrite i.e. Ni-Mg-ferrite was attempted by using propylene oxide (PO) as a proton scvanger. Effects of two important synthesis paramaters such as amount of PO added during ... -
High performance CO2 filtration and sequestration by using bromomethyl benzene linked microporous networks
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2016 , Article)Porous solid sorbents have been investigated for the last few decades to replace the costly amine solution and explore the most efficient and economical material for CO2 capture and storage. Covalent organic polymers (COPs) ... -
Insights into choline chloride-phenylacetic acid deep eutectic solvent for CO2 absorption
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2016 , Article)The properties of choline chloride plus phenylacetic acid deep eutectic solvents in neat liquid state and upon absorption of CO2 are analyzed using a theoretical approach combining quantum chemistry using Density Functional ...
