Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(1)
Published: June 10, 2023
In
this
study,
we
report
an
eco-friendly
and
facile
process
for
the
synthesis
of
biochar,
BC,
a
cobalt-biochar
nanocomposite,
Co-BC,
using
rice
straw
biomass.
We
constructed
two
superhydrophobic
coatings
on
steel
substrates
potentiostatic
electrodeposition
nickel-modified
Ni@BC,
nickel
modified
by
Ni@Co-BC,
then,
these
were
soaked
in
ethanolic
stearic
acid
solution.
Fourier
transform
infrared
spectroscopy
showed
that
acid-grafted
Ni@BC
coating,
Ni@BC@SA,
Ni@Co-BC
composite,
Ni@Co-BC@SA,
well
grafted
surface.
Scanning
electron
microscopy
revealed
have
nanoscale
features.
Atomic
force
results
Ni@Co-BC@SA
coat
had
higher
roughness
than
resulting
superhydrophobicity.
The
water
contact
angles
Ni@BC@SA
161°
165°,
respectively,
while
values
sliding
both
3.0°
1.0°,
respectively.
Quantitative
estimation
scale
inhibition
efficiency
coating
exhibited
greater
compared
to
coating.
Additionally,
demonstrated
improved
corrosion
resistance,
UV
mechanical
abrasion
chemical
stability
These
highlight
superior
performance
its
potential
as
highly
effective
durable
substrates.
Engineering Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 29, 2024
Abstract
This
work
proposes
the
use
of
an
unmanned
aerial
vehicle
(UAV)
with
autopilot
to
identify
defects
present
in
municipal
sewerage
pipes.
The
framework
also
includes
effective
control
mechanism
that
can
direct
flight
path
a
UAV
within
sewer
line.
Both
these
breakthroughs
have
been
addressed
throughout
this
work.
UAV's
camera
proved
useful
sewage
inspection,
providing
important
contextual
data
helped
analyze
line's
internal
condition.
A
plethora
information
for
understanding
inner
functioning
and
extracting
interior
visual
details
be
obtained
from
camera‐recorded
imagery
if
defect
is
present.
In
case
inspections,
nevertheless,
impact
false
negative
significantly
higher
than
positive.
One
trickiest
parts
procedure
identifying
defective
pipelines
negatives.
order
get
rid
outcome
or
positive
outcome,
guided
image
filter
(GIF)
implemented
proposed
method
during
pre‐processing
stage.
Afterwards,
algorithms
Gabor
transform
(GT)
stroke
width
(SWT)
were
used
obtain
features
UAV‐captured
surveillance
image.
camera's
then
classified
as
“defective”
“not
defective”
using
by
Weighted
Naive
Bayes
Classifier
(WNBC).
Next,
images
lines
captured
are
analyzed
speed‐up
robust
(SURF)
deep
learning
different
types
defects.
As
result,
methodology
achieved
more
favorable
outcomes
prior
existing
approaches
terms
following
metrics:
mean
PSNR
(71.854),
MSE
(0.0618),
RMSE
(0.2485),
SSIM
(98.71%),
accuracy
(98.372),
specificity
(97.837%),
precision
(93.296%),
recall
(94.255%),
F1‐score
(93.773%),
processing
time
(35.43
min).
Engineering Science & Technology Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5(2), P. 597 - 611
Published: Feb. 25, 2024
The
oil
and
gas
industry
is
witnessing
a
paradigm
shift
in
corrosion
detection,
inspection
methodologies,
maintenance
practices
due
to
the
integration
of
advanced
technologies.
This
paper
explores
how
cutting-edge
technologies,
including
artificial
intelligence
(AI),
robotics,
Internet
Things
(IoT),
are
revolutionizing
management
operations.
AI-powered
algorithms
enable
predictive
by
analyzing
vast
datasets
identify
patterns
predict
equipment
failure.
Robotics
plays
pivotal
role
remote
inspection,
offering
unprecedented
access
critical
infrastructure
while
minimizing
human
risk.
Additionally,
IoT
sensors
provide
real-time
monitoring
rates,
temperature,
pressure,
facilitating
proactive
enhancing
asset
integrity
management.
deep
dive
into
technologies
reveals
their
synergistic
impact
on
management,
processes,
strategies
industry.
By
leveraging
AI,
IoT,
operators
can
optimize
performance,
extend
lifespan,
minimize
downtime,
ultimately
operational
efficiency
ensuring
regulatory
compliance.
Through
case
studies
examples,
this
illustrates
practical
application
optimization.
Furthermore,
it
discusses
challenges
opportunities
associated
with
these
highlighting
need
for
data
standardization,
cybersecurity
measures,
workforce
upskilling.
As
sector
embraces
digital
transformation,
adoption
poised
drive
significant
improvements
reliability,
safety,
environmental
stewardship.
underscores
importance
embracing
innovation
address
unlock
new
sustainable
operations
sector.
Keywords:
Advanced
Technologies,
Corrosion,
Inspection,
Management,
Oil
Gas.
Water Science & Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
90(3), P. 731 - 757
Published: July 26, 2024
Artificial
intelligence
(AI)
is
increasingly
being
applied
to
wastewater
treatment
enhance
efficiency,
improve
processes,
and
optimize
resource
utilization.
This
review
focuses
on
objectives,
advantages,
outputs,
major
findings
of
various
AI
models
in
the
three
key
aspects:
prediction
removal
efficiency
for
both
organic
inorganic
pollutants,
real-time
monitoring
essential
water
quality
parameters
(such
as
pH,
COD,
BOD,
turbidity,
TDS,
conductivity),
fault
detection
processes
equipment
integral
treatment.
The
accuracy
(
