International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19, P. 2763 - 2782
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Abstract
This
paper
discusses
an
innovative
polygeneration
system.
To
supplement
the
heat
source,
a
solar
system
under
linear
Fresnel
reflector
(LFRs)
is
incorporated.
The
findings
indicate
that
facility
can
generate
70.1
MW
of
net
electric
power,
1921.3
kg/h
methanol,
2936.4
oxygen,
267.5
m3/h
potable
water,
and
approximately
54.4
hydrogen.
From
energy
perspective,
demonstrates
efficiency
52.1%,
while
from
exergy
standpoint,
27.7%.
Additionally,
facility’s
total
environmental
footprint
operational
cost
are
estimated
to
be
around
0.292
Pts/s
0.931
$/s,
respectively.
Water,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(17), P. 3051 - 3051
Published: Aug. 25, 2023
This
study
aimed
to
estimate
the
bioelectricity
production
process
using
a
vinasse
solution
through
application
of
Plackett–Burman
and
Box–Behnken
designs.
An
electrochemical
cell
was
constructed
Arduino
measure
potential
difference
between
an
anode
cathode
immersed
in
solution,
which
is
byproduct
wine
containing
organic
compounds
ions
that
undergo
redox
reactions.
The
design
identified
most
influential
variables
among
eight
previously
selected
(concentration
electrolyte,
pH,
temperature,
stirring,
addition
NaCl,
yeast
dose
electrode:solution
ratio).
results
showed
influencing
were
concentration
stirring
peak
306
mV
could
be
observed
for
100
mL
experiment.
third
variable
regarding
NaCl
addition,
its
high
influence
at
larger
times.
Based
on
these
results,
used
determine
possible
ranges
variation
independent
(vinasse
concentration,
dose)
maximize
production.
Therefore,
with
combination
intermediate
concentrated
(1:3
v/v
ratio)
431.1
when
adding
2%
after
15
min
In
what
concerns
instant
bioelectricity,
measured
1
experiment,
values
up
437.9
although
and/or
are
necessary
short
provides
insights
into
from
vinasse,
contributing
understanding
sustainable
energy
generation.
Desalination and Water Treatment,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
320, P. 100637 - 100637
Published: July 26, 2024
Microbial
Desalination
Cell
(MDC)
is
an
innovative
approach
for
water
desalination
that
concurrently
produces
energy
through
the
process
of
substrate
oxidation.
The
primary
issue
technique
its
limited
power
on
capabilities
during
oxygen
reduction
reaction
(ORR).
While
depletion
a
significant
in
electrochemical
conversion,
slow
kinetics
hinder
utilization
MDCs.
One
potential
resolution
to
this
problem
cathode
catalyst
with
high
level
activity,
which
effectively
enhances
rate
ORR.
Different
concentrations
copper
oxide
(CuO)
nanoparticles
(NPs)
were
used
investigate
behavior
ORR
and
impact
performance
MDC.
optimal
concentration
silver
(AgO)
NPs
was
utilized
conduct
comparative
analysis
both
types
NPs.
size
CuO
AgO
found
be
65
nm
55
respectively
by
material
characterization
studies.
density
achieved
absence
1.1
W/m3,
value
increased
4.9
W/m3
incorporation
3
mg/cm2
AgO.
use
loading
has
been
determined
efficacious
enhancing
investigations
conducted
also
showed
improvement
electrocatalytic
cathodic
while
operating
under
these
specific
afterward.
Therefore,
exhibits
as
viable
option
expansion
MDC
processes,
thereby
contributing
achievement
sustainable
development
objectives.
