A Review on High-Capacity and High-Voltage Cathodes for Next-Generation Lithium-ion BatteriesAbstract lithium-ion battery (LIB) is at the forefront of energy research. Over four decades of research and development have led electric mobility to a reality. Numerous materials capable of storing lithium reversibly, either as an anode or as a cathode, are reported on a daily basis. But very few among the [...] 6704 75432 |
A Data-Based Reliability Analysis of ESP Failures in Oil Production WellsAbstract Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESPs) are one of the most widely used artificial lift methods in the petroleum industry. However, ESP failures are unanticipated and common occurrences with significant financial impacts for the operators. Analysis of the ESP performance and failures are essential in it [...] 6469 42777 |
Nowcasting Wind, Wave, Current and Turbulence Intensity for Offshore Wind Power Operation and Maintenanceby
Shih-Ang Hsu
Abstract In order to improve offshore wind power operation and maintenance (O&M), particularly during tropical and non-tropical cyclones, short-term forecasts or nowcasts up to 6 hours of meteorological and oceanographic (met-ocean) parameters including wind, waves, currents and turbulence intensity are [...] 5652 35236 |
Floating Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converters: A Review of DevelopmentsAbstract The main challenge in designing offshore renewable energy structures is to ensure their structural integrity on a life cycle basis while operating in harsh environments and, in parallel, being financially competitive and environmentally friendly concerning other types of energy systems. The Oscillat [...] 5165 50398 |
Using Additives to Control the Decomposition Temperature of Sodium BorohydrideAbstract Hydrogen (H2) shows great promise as zero-carbon emission fuel, but there are several challenges to overcome in regards to storage and transportation to make it a more universal energy solution. Gaseous hydrogen requires high pressures and large volume tanks while storage of l [...] 4511 20431 |
Reactor Design for Biogas Production-A Short ReviewAbstract Biogas is an alternative to gaseous biofuels and is produced by the decomposition of biomass from substances such as animal waste, sewage sludge, and industrial effluents. Biogas is composed of methane, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, hydrogen, hydrogen sulfide, and oxygen. The anaerobic produ [...] 4339 46277 |
Zero-Emission Geothermal Power Generation: Experimental Study on Carbonate Mineralization through CO2-Andesitic Pyroclastic Rock Interaction at Oku-Aizu Geothermal PlantAbstract In order to achieve advancement in zero-emission geothermal power generation for fixing the CO2 in the geothermal fluids to the carbonate minerals after binary power generation and reinjection of the fluid into the reservoir, batch-type experiments and geochemical simulations [...] 4321 15776 |
The Eastern Australian Floods of February 2022 and Its Relationship with Climate ChangeAbstract During February 2022 major riverine flooding occurred in an area which has the fastest population growth in Australia. This extended from the Mary River in Southeast Queensland (SEQ) to the Clarence River in Northeast NSW (NENSW). Two centres within this area were devastated by floods unprecedented [...] 3815 24959 |
EnergyPlus-Towards the Selection of Right Simulation Tool for Building Energy and Power Systems ResearchAbstract This article offers the summary of detailed literature review on the state of the art of simulation tools for building energy and power system research. The fundamental capabilities required for building energy and power system analysis tools are outlined. A comparative review of differe [...] 3782 21480 |
An 800V End to End SiC Powertrain to Accommodate Extremely Fast Chargingby
Naireeta Deb
and
Rajendra Singh
Abstract Widespread adoption of electric vehicles has presented the challenges of short range and prolonged charging time. Going forward, extremely fast charging is the only solution to these problems. However, the typical Silicon power electronics supported 400 V electric vehicle powertrain cannot live up t [...] 3681 20787 |
Variable Speed Diesel Electric Generators: Technologies, Benefits, Limitations, Impact on Greenhouse Gases Emissions and Fuel EfficiencyAbstract A substantial share of the electric energy is generated with synchronous generators that provide sustained alternating current (AC) voltage and frequency energy to regional and national power systems, which subsequently transport and distribute it to diverse users. In an attempt to reduc [...] 3423 23861 |
Ion Transport in Organic Electrolyte Solutions for Lithium-ion Batteries and Beyondby
Argyrios V. Karatrantos
,
Md Sharif Khan
,
Chuanyu Yan
,
Reiner Dieden
,
Koki Urita
,
Tomonori Ohba
and
Qiong Cai
Abstract The performance of metal-ion batteries at low temperatures and their fast charge/discharge rates are determined mainly by the electrolyte (ion) transport. Accurate transport properties must be evaluated for designing and/or optimization of lithium-ion and other m [...] 3367 33942 |
Harvesting the Potential of CO2 before it is Injected into Geological Reservoirsby
Tran X Phuoc
and
Mehrdad Massoudi
Abstract To store CO2 in geological reservoirs, expansion valves have been used to intentionally release supercritical CO2 from high-pressure containers at a source point to lower-pressure pipelines and transport to a selected injection site. Using expansion valv [...] 3234 11288 |
Numerical Investigation of Pyrotechnical Initiators and Their Impact in Airbag Inflator Applications: Ballistic Modeling and Functional AnalysisAbstract A numerical model describing the ballistic behavior of a commercially used initiator is presented in this article. This model was built on the principle of conservation of mass and energy in the multi-phase framework incorporated with mul [...] 3163 17419 |
High Data Rate MWD Mud Pulse Telemetry – From Mysteries to DiscoveryAbstract Our new approach to MWD mud pulse telemetry offers significant increases over conventional data rates. Using waveguide acoustics, we show that common drilling communications channels support carrier frequencies exceeding several hundred Hertz. Such signals are prone to attenuation over large drill p [...] 3103 18873 |
Development of the Flash Ironmaking Technology (FIT) for Green Ironmaking with Low Energy ConsumptionAbstract This article describes the development of a novel ironmaking technology based on flash reduction. The development started with the proof of the kinetic feasibility, considering that a typical flash reactor provides only a few seconds of residence time. This was followed by tests in a laboratory flas [...] 3021 20734 |
SOFC Stack and System Modeling, Fault Diagnosis and ControlAbstract This report is an account of research and development activities undertaken by the Centre for Process Systems Computations, Department of Chemical Engineering at Curtin University, Western Australia in the area of solid oxide fuel cells. The focus of work of the group included 1)effect of cell macro [...] 2936 16879 |
Risks Associated with the Use of Hydrogen as an Energy Carrier or Sourceby
Pluvinage Guy
and
Capelle Julien
Abstract Hydrogen is a dangerous gas due to its low ignition energy, wide flammability range, promotion of the embrittlement of steel, and its high coefficient of permeation for polymers. The fracture toughness and failure elongation of pipe steels are strongly impacted by hydrogen embrittlement, whereas yie [...] 2920 18353 |
Ni-Silica-based Catalysts for CH4 Reforming by CO2 with Enhanced Stability: Recent Designs and the Impacts of Ni Confinement, Promoters, and Core-Shell StructuresAbstract CO2 reforming of CH4, also referred to as the Dry Reforming of Methane (DRM), is considered an excellent method to produce H2 and CO (syngas), which are known to be used for the production of higher alkanes and oxygenates. Despite [...] 2892 15352 |
Design and Implementation of a Laboratory Sucker Rod Pumping Unit Using Industry 4.0 ConceptsAbstract The Industry 4.0 is here, and advanced technologies are widely available for domains such oil and gas which are traditionally slow in adopting extreme new technologies. This paper presents the design architecture and implementation of effective data acquisition (DAQ) and monitoring syste [...] 2840 15225 |
A Comparative Study of R134a and Propane (R290) as Refrigerants in Heat Pump Water Heatersby
Ann Lee
and
Shaokoon Cheng
Abstract In the context of decarbonization efforts, heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) offer an attractive solution over conventional electric resistance type hot water systems due to their 2-3 times higher efficiency. However, the high manufacturing costs and taxes associated with using hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) [...] 2787 45778 |
Variation of CO2-Brine Contact Angles on Natural Rocks of Different CompositionsAbstract Contact angles were measured for CO2-brine interactions on 20 different rocks that represent the properties of various CO2 storage depositional environments to characterize the wettability during geologic carbon storage. Three different CO< [...] 2731 16179 |
Enhancement Techniques for the Reduction of Heating and Cooling Loads in Buildings: A Reviewby
Kamal A.R. Ismail
,
Fatima A.M Lino
,
Jorge R. Henriquez
,
Mohamed Teggar
,
Abdelghani Laouer
,
Muslum Arici
,
Amani Benhorma
and
Daniel Rodríguez
Abstract The building sector is rated as a big consumer of electric energy and emissions, responsible for about 40% of final electric energy consumption. As a result, the Paris Agreement 2015 set a goal for buildings and the construction sector to reach a nearly zero-carbon stage by 2050. This urged most cou [...] 2731 20079 |
Autonomous Hydrogen Production for Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells PEMFCby
Manuel Legree
,
Jocelyn Sabatier
,
Fabrice Mauvy
,
Abdel Salam Awad
,
Matthieu Faessel
,
Frederic Bos
and
Jean-Louis Bobet
Abstract This paper focuses on hydrogen production for green mobility applications (other applications are currently under investigation). Firstly, a brief state of the art of hydrogen generation by hydrolysis with magnesium is shown. The hydrolysis performance of Magnesium powder ball–milled along with diff [...] 2598 16927 |
Post-Combustion CO2 Capture from an Industrial Power Plant Using Five Chemical Solvents: A Comparative TEAAbstract CO2 capture processes using five chemical solvents were modeled in Aspen Plus V.12.1 for the capture of over 90% CO2 from a 456 ton/hour split flue gas stream containing 12.02 mol% CO2 emitted by the Longview 780 MW power plant (We [...] 2574 14111 |
Solar Thermal Energy Stills for Desalination: A Review of Designs, Operational Parameters and Material AdvancesAbstract The demand for high-quality freshwater is increasing due to global population growth, intensifying agricultural practices and expanding industrial development. Additionally, many global regions have low levels of rainfall which makes them arid and incapable of supporting large human populations or a [...] 2552 30088 |
Lithium Metal Anode for High-Power and High-Capacity Rechargeable BatteriesAbstract Because lithium metal exhibits high specific capacity and low potential, it is the best candidate for fabricating anodes for batteries. Rechargeable batteries fabricated using lithium anode exhibit high capacity and high potential cathode; these can be potentially used to fabricate high energy densi [...] 2543 17363 |
Effect of Mineral Additives on Fusion Behavior of Agricultural Residue Ashes during Combustion or Co-combustion with LigniteAbstract In this work, the conducted chemical, mineralogical, fusibility, and thermogravimetric analyses and calculated the slagging/fouling indicators for predicting deposition tendencies in boilers to study the ash fusibility behavior of selected agricultural residues and their blends with lign [...] 2531 12855 |
Experimental Study of Lean-burning Limits of Hydrogen-enriched LPG Intended for Domestic UseAbstract The lean-burning limits of hydrogen-enriched Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) have been studied using a Bunsen burner. The lean-burning limits under different conditions are important design considerations in developing gas-fired domestic appliances. In this study, the lean-burning limits of hydrogen-e [...] 2501 12969 |
Na+ Mobility in PEO-Based Composite Solid-State Electrolytes by NMRby
Fariba Moradipour
,
Andreas Markert
,
Thomas Rudszuck
,
Niklas Röttgen
,
Gerald Dück
,
Martin Finsterbusch
,
Felix Gerbig
,
Hermann Nirschl
and
Gisela Guthausen
Abstract Charge transfer and mobility are essential for electrochemical processes in batteries, which need to be understood in detail for optimization, especially in the case of all-solid-state batteries. Wide line NMR is well-known in solid-state NMR and allows the quantification of ion mobility in ordered [...] 2413 10554 |
Green Energy Sources Reduce Carbon Footprint of Oil & Gas Industry Processes: A ReviewAbstract In recent years, the oil and gas sector has been moving towards green production methods to achieve net-zero emission goals. Governments and corporations have started large-scale initiatives to deploy advanced technologies to reduce carbon footprints and prevent global warming. Herein, we have explo [...] 2390 15883 |
Electricity without FuelAbstract Most power plants produce electricity by converting a mechanical motion into alternating current (AC). Photovoltaic solar panels convert an electromagnetic flux of light into direct current (DC). In general, electric energy can be harvested from a flux in the environment or from a change of the envi [...] 2386 30317 |
High Energy Density Rechargeable Aqueous Lithium Batteries with an Aqueous Hydroquinone Sulfonic Acid and Benzoquinone Sulfonic Acid Redox Couple Cathodeby
Hironori Takagi
,
Koichi Kakimoto
,
Daishuke Mori
,
Sou Taminato
,
Yashuo Takeda
,
osamu yamamoto
and
Nobuyuki Imanishi
Abstract The demand for high energy density rechargeable batteries beyond lithium-ion batteries has increased for electric vehicles. In the present study, a novel high energy density rechargeable aqueous lithium battery was proposed. The battery was composed of a lithium metal anode, a lithium-stable non-aqu [...] 2376 13182 |
A Review on the Application of the MPC Technology in Wind Power Control of Wind FarmsAbstract Due to the uncertainty and volatility of wind speed, its natural output power also exhibits strong volatility. In order to avoid the negative effects of the excessive fluctuation of the output power of wind turbines in the wind farm and the power grid, it is very important to accurately [...] 2362 15745 |
Zinc Silicate Thin Film Composites Obtained by a Sputtering Based Approach: Structural, Dielectric and Photovoltaic PropertiesAbstract This study deals with the production of zinc silicate thin films employing a solid-state reaction at temperatures ranging from 300 °C to 560 °C, to develop new inorganic, n-type materials with seemingly incompatible properties as low work function, high mobility, and high visible tra [...] 2315 11970 |
Spatio-Temporal Metocean Measurements for Offshore Wind Powerby
Lucy Wyatt
Abstract This paper presents the case for the use of HF radar to provide wave, current and wind measurements and maps during the surveying, resource and impact assessment, construction, maintenance and performance assessment phases of an offshore fixed or floating wind farm or other marine renewable project. [...] 2307 14024 |
From Food to Foot: The Energy and Carbon Flows of the Human Body at Walking and CyclingAbstract The carbon footprint of motorized transport modes per unit length traveled encompasses the unit share of the vehicle lifetime emissions, that of the transport infrastructure, and those of the motor energy, considered both from “well to tank” and from “tank to wheel”. In the active modes of transport [...] 2291 15650 |
Further Understanding of Uncertainties in the Impedance Spectrum of the Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cell due to Inductive Effects and Oxygen Diffusion Time ConstantAbstract In this study, uncertainties during the assessment of the electrochemical impedance spectrum of the polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) attributed to inductive artefacts at high frequencies and inductive loops at low frequencies as well as oxygen diffusion time constant are discussed. A validated i [...] 2270 11936 |
Hybrid Materials and Nanoparticles for Hybrid Silicon Solar Cells and Li-Ion Batteriesby
Antonio Vázquez-López
,
Marina García-Carrión
,
Erlend Hall
,
Anisa Yaseen
,
Ilknur Kalafat
,
María Taeño
,
Junjie Zhu
,
Xinyu Zhang
,
Elif Arici
,
Omer Suat Taskin
,
David Maestre
,
Emilio Nogales
,
Pedro Hidalgo
,
Julio Ramírez-Castellanos
,
Bianchi Méndez
,
Neslihan Yuca
,
Smagul Karazhanov
,
Erik S. Marstein
and
Ana Cremades
Abstract Hybrid composites based on inorganic nanomaterials embedded into a polymer matrix have were synthesized and characterized. Oxide semiconductor nanoparticles (SnO, SnO2, TiO2, Ga2O3, and NiO) and Si nanopartic [...] 2242 11793 |
Synthetical Optimal Design for Passive-Damped LCL Filters in Islanded AC MicrogridAbstract In AC microgrid systems, technical issues resulting from the power control effect are the power control method efficiency and the filter resonance since voltage-frequency interference and filtering resonance may cause significant control input reduction and oscillation. A simple and robu [...] 2238 16550 |
Research Requirements to Move the Bar forward Using Aqueous Formate Salts as H2 Carriers for Energy Storage Applicationsby
Katarzyna Grubel
,
Ji Su
,
Jotheeswari Kothandaraman
,
Kriston Brooks
,
Gabor A. Somorjai
and
Tom Autrey
Abstract In this perspective on hydrogen carriers, we focus on the needs for the development of robust active catalysts for the release of H2 from aqueous formate solutions, which are non-flammable, non-toxic, thermally stable, and readily available at large scales at reasonable cost. [...] 2224 12550 |
Techno-Economic Analysis of Waste-to-Suburban Cooking Energy Critical Infrastructure Development in Southwestern NigeriaAbstract This study examined the techno-economic specifications for a Waste-to-Suburban Cooking Energy critical infrastructure project in Southwestern Nigeria. Technological and project economic data for the W2E project were obtained from strategic sources and energy project fore [...] 2221 13581 |
Experimental Vapor-Pressures and Derived Thermodynamic Properties of Geothermal Fluids from Baden-Baden Geothermal Field (Southeastern Germany)Abstract 2205 12635 |
GIS-based MCDM Approach for Wind Farm Site Selection - A Case StudyAbstract The objective of this study is the development and implementation of a geographic information system (GIS)-based methodology to determine suitable sites for wind farms by using multicriteria decision making (MCDM) techniques. Many eligibility criteria are considered in this approach, suc [...] 2205 20384 |
Analysis of Correlations for the Prediction of the Entrainment Fraction of Droplets in Gas-liquid Annular Flowsby
Mariana P. Koss
and
Luiz E. M. Lima
Abstract In gas-liquid flows, droplets that detach from the liquid film lining the internal walls of a pipe and merge with the gas flowing through the pipe follow an annular flow pattern. This work analyzes correlations for estimating the entrainment fraction of such droplets contained in the literature by c [...] 2189 12633 |
The Viterbo Hydrothermal System and Its Sustainable Exploitation, Central Italyby
Ugo Chiocchini
and
Giovanni Savarese
Abstract Background: The Regione Lazio-Direzione Regionale dello Sviluppo Economico e delle Attività Produttive (RL–DRSEAP), carrying out its public functions to govern the use of mineral resources (including thermal water), planned the exploitation of the Viterbo hydrothermal system on the basis of a concep [...] 2187 22273 |
Interconnected Operations of Electric Vehicle to Grid and MicrogridAbstract This paper presents the development of a high-performance electric vehicle (EV) synchronous reluctance motor (SynRM) driv [...] 2179 12406 |
Comparing Environmental Impacts Arising from the Use of Electric Two-Wheeler vis-a-vis Gasoline Two-Wheeler in Indiaby
Yash Aryan
and
Anil Kumar Dikshit
Abstract Electric vehicles are becoming popular among consumers while BS-VI norms have been introduced and mandated for conventional vehicles in India. In the present study, the environmental impacts from the use phase of electric two-wheeler (EV) and gasoline two-wheeler (GV) have been evaluated [...] 2170 12375 |
Performance Investigation of a Nickel Cermet Anode Modified with Copper, Alkaline Earth Metal Oxide, Boron, and Perovskite for Direct Methane Fuel CellAbstract The metallic copper, alkaline earth metal oxide, boron, and perovskite were incorporated on the surface of a Ni-cermet anode, and the performance of the modified Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) anode was evaluated. The cell performance was analyzed by voltage-current characteristics (V-I
2164 12233 |
Assessment of Cu(In, Ga)Se2 Solar Cells Degradation due to Water Ingress Effect on The CdS Buffer Layerby
Deewakar Poudel
,
Benjamin Belfore
,
Shankar Karki
,
Grace Rajan
,
Sina Soltanmohammad
,
Angus Rockett
and
Sylvain Marsillac
Abstract The effect of water ingress on the surface of the buffer layer of a Cu(In, Ga)Se2 (CIGS) solar cell was studied. Such degradation can occur either during the fabrication process, if it involves a chemical bath as is often the case for CdS, or while the modules are in the field [...] 2158 1634609 |
An Ab Initio Study of Li/Ni-doped NaxMeO2 Cathode Material for Na-Ion Batteriesby
Arianna Massaro
,
Ana B. Muñoz-García
,
Mariarosaria Tuccillo
,
Michele Pavone
and
Pier Paolo Prosini
Abstract The current state-of-the-art quantum mechanics methodologies were applied to derive information on the bulk and surface properties of the P2-type layered oxide Na0.85Li0.17Ni0.21Mn0.64
2142 11588 |
The Liquid-Mediated Synthesis and Performance Evaluation of Li-Zr-F Composite for Ion-Conductionby
Junmo Moon
,
Satita Thiangtham
,
Ruijie Zheng
,
Sicheng Liu
,
Chayanaphat Chokradjaroen
,
Yasuyuki Sawada
and
Nagahiro Saito
Abstract Crystalline lithium fluoride (LiF) has been intensively pursued as potential alternative solid electrolytes (SEs) owing to its excellent chemical and electrochemical oxidation stability, and good deformability. However, due to its low ion conductivity, LiF is still challenging for practical SE appli [...] 2140 11172 |
Sustainability Implications of Using Hydrogen as an Automotive Fuel in Western AustraliaAbstract Hydrogen is regarded as a potential solution to address future energy demands and environmental protection challenges. This study assesses the triple bottom line (TBL) sustainability performance of hydrogen as an automotive fuel for Western Australia (WA) using a life cycle approach. Hydrogen is con [...] 2136 11878 |
Melting/Solidification Processes of PEG 1500 in Vertical and Horizontal Annular EnclosureAbstract In this paper, the primary aim is to look at the fundamental melting/solidification processes of polyethylene glycol 1500 (PEG 1500) for energy storage - insulation to prolong the cooling time of pipelines in unexpected shut-down conditions, prevent/minimize the wax deposition, and hydrate formation [...] 2133 11650 |
Modeling of Ceria Reduction in a Solar Thermochemical Reactor via DEM Methodby
Han Zhang
and
Joseph D. Smith
Abstract Solar thermochemical reactor provides an attractive approach that utilizes the most common solar radiation as the thermal driving force to motivate the reaction between CO2 and metal oxides, which is also called metal oxide redox pair-based thermochemical cycles. The CeO
2123 12834 |
Quaternary Hydrides Pd1-y-zAgyCuzHx Embedded Atom Method Potentials for Hydrogen Energy ApplicationsAbstract The Pd-H system has attracted extensive attention. Pd can absorb considerable amount of H at room temperature, this ability is reversible, so it is suitable for multiple energy applications. Pd-Ag alloys possess higher H permeability, solubility and narrower miscibility gap with better mechanical pr [...] 2114 12578 |
Seismic Imaging of Convective Geothermal Flow Systems to Increase Well ProductivityAbstract A core feature of convective geothermal resource production is wellbore energy flow Q ~ ρC x T x V. E.g., for wellbore fluid of volume heat capacity ρC ~ 4.3MJ/m3.oC, temperature T ~ 230oC, and volu [...] 2111 13616 |
A Techno-Economic Feasibility Analysis for the Production of Solar Photovoltaic Modules in Sudanby
Babkir Ali
Abstract This paper is intended to evaluate the economic viability of producing solar photovoltaic modules in Sudan. The simple payback period and the net present value were used as economic indicators to study comparatively different annual production capacities. Initial and operating costs were developed a [...] 2105 15119 |
A Simplified Optimization Model for Sizing Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel CellsAbstract The fluctuations in the cost of energy coupled with the gradual decrease in natural resources (i.e., oil, natural gas, coal) and the environmental issues caused by the extensive use of fossil fuels, demand the urgent need for the development of advanced and clean energy systems. The European Union h [...] 2104 11437 |
Sustainability Assessment of Power Generation from an Abandoned Oil and Gas Well in Alberta, Canadaby
Babkir Ali
Abstract The main objective of this paper is to study the sustainability of power generation from an abandoned oil and gas well in the province of Alberta, Canada. Economic and environmental indicators were used for the sustainability assessment. A conceptual design for a pilot plant was developed, and the m [...] 2097 13666 |
Online State of Charge Prediction in Next Generation Vehicle Batteries Using Deep Recurrent Neural Networks and Continuous Model Size Controlby
Steven Hespeler
and
Donovan Fuqua
Abstract This investigation presents a data-driven Long-short Term Memory battery model for predicting State of Charge for lithium-ion batteries LiFePO4 for next-generation vehicle operations. Our modified algorithm builds and updates a model using multivariate inp [...] 2065 11174 |
Estimating Met-Ocean Parameters during a Tropical Cyclone for Marine Science and Engineeringby
Shih-Ang Hsu
Abstract During a tropical cyclone (TC) worldwide, the Regional and Mesoscale Meteorological Branch (RAMMB) of NOAA/NESDIS (http://rammb.cira.colostate.edu/) issues real-time TC surface wind analyses. The purpose of this article is to provi [...] 2062 11292 |
Accelerated Controller Tuning for Wind Turbines Under Multiple Hazardsby
Aly Mousaad Aly
and
Milad Rezae
Abstract During their lifecycle, wind turbines can be subjected to multiple hazard loads, such as high-intensity wind, earthquake, wave, and mechanical unbalance. Excessive vibrations, due to these loads, can have detrimental effects on energy production, structural lifecycle, and the initial cost of wind tu [...] 2043 10625 |
Storable Energy Production from Wind over WaterAbstract The current status of a project is described which aims to demonstrate the technical and economic feasibility of converting the vast wind energy available over the globe’s oceans and lakes into storable energy. To this end, autonomous high-performance sailing ships are equipped with hydrokinetic tur [...] 2010 10950 |
Grid Integration of a Residential PV-based Hybrid Renewable Energy System Using High-Frequency Multi-winding TransformerAbstract In this paper, a topology of a residential hybrid renewable energy system based on a high-frequency multi-winding transformer is introduced and analyzed. The system includes a PV and a wind-turbine as renewable energy sources, a battery as energy storage and their energies are integrated through a h [...] 2007 11107 |
A Wind Turbine Emulator Using Field-Oriented Induction MotorAbstract This paper proposes a Wind Turbine Emulator (WTE) using an Indirect Field Oriented (IFO) Induction Motor (IM). The IM drive can be controlled as a conventional prime mover in speed mode, or a wind turbine in torque-speed mode via robust observed torque control. This paper presents key issues for est [...] 2000 10790 |
Aqueous Lithium--Air Batteries with High Power Density at Room Temperature under Air Atmosphereby
Hironari Minami
,
Hiroaki Izumi
,
Takumi Hasegawa
,
Fan Bai
,
Daisuke Mori
,
Sou Taminato
,
Yasuo Takeda
,
osamu yamamoto
and
Nobuyuki Imanishi
Abstract Rechargeable batteries with higher energy and power density exceeding the performance of the currently available lithium-ion batteries are suitable for application as the power source in electric vehicles (EVs). Aqueous lithium-air batteries are candidates for various EV applications due to their hi [...] 1966 14204 |
The Impact of Operating Conditions on the Performance of a CH4 Dry Reforming Membrane Reactor for H2 ProductionAbstract Biogas is a promising resource for the production of H2 since it liberates energy by recycling waste, along with the reduction of CO2. In this paper, the biogas dry reforming membrane reactor is proposed to produce H2 for use in fu [...] 1964 11440 |
Testing the Correlation between Prior Knowledge of - and Visualisation Guided WTPs for Reducing the Visual Impacts Visual from Offshore Wind FarmsAbstract Visual external costs are significant elements in the cost-benefit analysis of wind farm locations. This has been demonstrated well in the literature. However, in the assessment of the visual costs, a large share of the earlier studies used no or only simplistic visualizations of the visual impacts [...] 1962 9149 |
The Physical Potential for Dutch Offshore Wind Energyby
Floris Taminiau
and
Bob van der Zwaan
Abstract In the Netherlands, an important way to contribute toward achieving climate goals is the large-scale deployment of wind turbines in the North Sea. The North Sea is a unique location for offshore wind power thanks to its strong winds, shallow waters, and proximity to large ene [...] 1944 22475 |
Scientometric Analysis of Scheduling in Renewable Energy: A Keyword and Citation AnalysisAbstract The aim of this paper is the scientometric analysis of articles on “scheduling in renewable energy” that have been published between 2000 and 2017. For this purpose, the terms “scheduling in renewable energy” and “unit commitment in renewable energy” have been searched. We have found 1009 articles i [...] 1929 11877 |
Public Familiarity with Geothermal Energy on the North American West Coastby
Anna Karmazina
and
Brent S. Steel
Abstract The 2013 Pacific Coast Action Plan on Climate and Energy signed by the Governors of Oregon, California, and Washington and the Premier of British Columbia, launched a broadly announced public commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through multiple strategies. Those strategies include the deve [...] 1923 1698430 |
Hierarchically-Structured Ti/TiO2 Electrode for Hydrogen Evolution Synthesized via 3D Printing and AnodizationAbstract Hierarchically-structured, electro-catalysts consisting of a titanium core with controlled macro-porosity and a thin titania surface-layer with controlled nano-porosity were synthesized via combination of additive manufacturing and in-situ anodization. The electrodes were tested for hydrogen evoluti [...] 1908 13116 |
Water Photo-Oxidation Reaction on Clean and Doped Two-Dimensional Graphitic C2Nby
Tyler Campbell
and
Sergey Stolbov
Abstract In the search for new efficient photo-catalysts for hydrogen production through water splitting, the main attention has been paid to tuning the band gap width and its position with respect to vacuum level. However, actual electro-catalytic activity for the water oxidation reaction on a catalyst surf [...] 1906 10018 |
The Drag Forces on a Taylor Bubble Rising Steadily in Vertical PipesAbstract By the adoption of a drag-buoyancy equality model, analytical solutions were obtained for the drag coefficients (CD) of Taylor bubbles rising steadily in pipes. The obtained solutions were functions of the geometry of the Taylor bubble and the gas volume fraction. The solution [...] 1897 10521 |
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