Cellulose nanocrystal (CNC)–inorganic hybrid systems: synthesis, properties and applications

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (6) ◽  
pp. 864-883 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. S. Islam ◽  
L. Chen ◽  
J. Sisler ◽  
K. C. Tam

Cellulose nanocrystal (CNC), a class of sustainable nanomaterial derived from forest and agro-biomass can serve as nature's storage for carbon dioxide.

Author(s):  
Silviya Ninova ◽  
Osman Baris Malcioglu ◽  
Philipp Auburger ◽  
Matthias Franke ◽  
Ole Lytken ◽  
...  

Porphyrins are key elements in organic-inorganic hybrid systems for a wide range of applications. Understanding their interaction with the substrate gives a handle on structural and electronic device properties. Here...


2011 ◽  
Vol 30 (11) ◽  
pp. 3142-3150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jianguo Wu ◽  
Nilay Hazari ◽  
Christopher D. Incarvito

2019 ◽  
Vol 111 ◽  
pp. 03024
Author(s):  
Derya Kışla Tekin ◽  
Levent Çolak ◽  
Birol Kılkış

Today, sustainability and energy efficiency are of prime importance in satisfaction of thermal and electrical loads of buildings. In this study, innovative hybrid solutions alternative to conventional HVAC systems are investigated. Objective of study is to minimize the payback period and CO2 emissions are main objectives. For conventional HVAC systems two sources of energy, namely natural gas and electricity were considered as the base line. Energy sources for the innovative methods were considered to be solar energy, ground heat and waste heat. Conventional system was considered to be a backup system when innovative energy resources are insufficient. Hourly heating, cooling and electrical power loads of Eser Green Building, which already has LEED Platinum certificate were used for the case study, which aims to further improve the energy and exergy efficiency. In the new algorithm being developed, all power conversion systems were defined in a simple input- output transfer function format. A decision-making algorithm and an ExcelTM-based simulation program were developed and tried with Eser Green Building input data for different renewable energy source and system combination conventional systems, energy sources, and equipment in term of investment, operation and total cost, payback period, and carbon dioxide emission values. Payback period of Eser green building is 11,8 years and for two hybrid systems are 13,2 years and 9,2 years, respectively. Carbon dioxide emissions by hybrid systems under the same load conditions were found to be 488 kgCO2/h and 592 kgCO2/h for approaches, respectively.


Author(s):  
Robin J. McDaniel

Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technologies have been recently deemed by the DOE as clean energy, a low carbon-dioxide emitting “alternative energy” source. Recent UN Sustainability Goals and Global Climate Talks to reduce the anthropomorphic Carbon-Dioxide atmospheric concentrations signal a renewed interest and need for nuclear power. The objective of this paper is to present an improved approach to the evaluation of “Hybrid Nuclear Energy Systems”. A hybrid energy system is defined as an energy system that utilizes two or more sources of energy to be used in single or multiple applications. Traditional single sourced energy or power systems require the amount of energy creation and the production of usable power to be carefully balanced. With the introduction of multiple energy sources, loads, and energy capacitors, the design, simulation, and operation of such hybrid systems requires a new approach to analysis and control. This paper introduces three examples of “Hybrid Nuclear Energy Systems”, for large scale power, industrial heat, and electricity generation. The system component independence, reliability, availability, and dynamic control aspects, coupled with component operational decisions presents a new way to optimize energy production and availability. Additional novel hybrid hydro-nuclear systems, concentrated solar-nuclear power desalination systems, and nuclear-insitu petroleum extraction systems are compared. The design aspects of such hybrid systems suitable for process heat, electricity generation, and/or desalination applications are discussed. After a multiple-year research study of past hybrid reactor designs and recent system proposals, the following design evaluation approach is the result of analysis of the best concepts discovered. This review of existing literature has summerized that postulated benefits of Hybrid Nuclear Sytems are; reduced greenhouse gas emissions, increased energy conversion efficiency, high reliability of electricity supply and consistent power quality, reduced fossil fuel dependence, less fresh water consumption, conversion of local coal or shale into higher value fuels, while lowering the risks and costs. As these proposed hybrid systems are interdisciplinary in nature, they will require a new multidisciplinary approach to systems evaluation.


2014 ◽  
Vol 50 (99) ◽  
pp. 15764-15767 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chen-Geng Li ◽  
Le Xu ◽  
Peng Wu ◽  
Haihong Wu ◽  
Mingyuan He

The organic–inorganic lamellar MFI zeolites, containing embedded Gemini-type quaternary ammonium groups and changeable halogen anions, serve as active and reusable catalysts for the cycloaddition of epoxides and carbon dioxide.


2011 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 583-595 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jae-Min Oh ◽  
Dae-Hwan Park ◽  
Jin-Ho Choy

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sven Pletincx ◽  
Lena Trotochaud ◽  
Laura-Lynn Fockaert ◽  
Johannes M. C. Mol ◽  
Ashley R. Head ◽  
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