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How can we predict transport in J-Type loop seals?
This study models two flow behaviors: a square-root increasing region and a linear increasing region. A new tool for design!

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Particle Circulation Modeling of a Bulkhead-Mounted J-Type Loop Seal in a Circulating Fluidized Bed To realize flexible heat integration among several reactions, a bench-scale three-compartment circulating fluidized bed (CFB) system integrating internal J- and L-Type loop seals aimed at developin...

These robust, high‑loading CALF‑20 membranes offer scalable solutions for separation and could be integrated into industrial gas‑handling systems.

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Concentrated-Solution Synthesis of the Metal–Organic Framework CALF-20 and Its Application as a Functional Filler in Pebax-Based Mixed Matrix Membranes for CO2 Separation Mixed matrix membranes (MMMs) incorporating the metal−organic framework CALF-20 were developed for CO2 separation using Pebax® 2533 as the polymer matrix. CALF-20 prepared under concentrated synthe...

Calcium chloride’s promise as an hinges on proper . A 5‑hour 220 °C treatment removes hydrates, preventing CaClOH & NH4Cl formation during . Timing is key!



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Effect of Dehydration Conditions on Secondary Reaction Suppression in Calcium Chloride Ammonia Absorbers Calcium chloride is a promising ammonia absorber for mild-condition separation processes; however, its strong hygroscopicity requires careful dehydration to avoid secondary reactions. In this study...

PAA‑coated alumina tube membranes keep mechanical strength while offering pH‑dependent selectivity for acids, caffeine, phenol, ketones—ideal for industrial separations needing tunable barriers.



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Permeation and Responsiveness of a pH-Responsive Polyacrylic Acid-Coated Porous Alumina Tube Gate Membrane for Various Substances A pH-responsive polymer coated gate membrane based on inorganic materials with excellent mechanical durability enables pH-dependent substance separation with promising applications in various bioch...

Free‑form porcine turns triolein into in acetone! Minimal water present in acetone is sufficient for the reaction. A green route to .



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Can solar panels outperform forests in CO2 reduction? ☀️The latest study shows PVs have massive potential. In Kyoto, power demand can be met without deforestation by using existing structures! 🏙️

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Estimation of the Carbon Dioxide Fixation Effect of Several Types of Photovoltaic Cells and the Proposed Installation Strategy A life cycle assessment of various photovoltaic cells (PVs), which revealed that polycrystalline silicon PVs have great potential for CO2 reduction at the current development stage, was performed. ...

CFD study shows rib position (inner vs outer) in Taylor–Couette flow
shapes laminar & wavy vortex regimes. Outer‑cylinder ribs suppress
axial dispersion most, achieving plug‑flow—key for reactor mixer
design.




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Effect of Rib Configuration on Axial Mass Transport in Taylor–Couette Flow In this study, the effects of rib configuration on flow structure and axial mass transport in Taylor–Couette flow were investigated using computational fluid dynamics. Two configurations were consi...

Discover how using existing control data can create real‑time heat‑balance KPIs and eliminate the need for additional sensors in chemical plants.


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Advanced Production Management for Chemical Plants: Design and Evaluation of KPIs Suitable for Comprehensive Management of Steam Heat Loss Chemical plants are transforming from safe and stable to high-efficiency and decarbonized production. Efficient utilization and recovery of saturated steam, one of the major energy sources, are ess...

Novel glass‑fiber filter packed absorber prevents liquid stagnation & channeling, boosting effective wetting area. Gas‑absorption efficiency for CO₂ capture and NOₓ abatement rises.




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Effect of Placement of Packing Material Against Gravity on the Effective Wetting Area and Gas Absorption Efficiency of Absorption Equipment Packed with Glass Fiber Filter Effective wetting area between the gas and the absorbent can enhance the efficiency of gas absorption. In this study, new gas absorption equipment packed with a flat glass fiber filter was develope...

Cost‑effective and environmentally safe, laurel nobilis seed‑derived
KOH‑activated carbon outperforms conventional adsorbents in removing
Congo Red. Great for industrial wastewater treatment with minimal
resource input.


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Re‑dispersed Ni nanoparticles after CO₂ treatment dramatically improve dry methane reforming. The work demonstrates that carbon deposition isn’t the only deactivation route—thermal CO₂ can rejuvenate the catalyst.



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Enhanced Activity of Ni/Al2O3 Catalysts by CO2 Treatment for Dry Reforming of Methane This study investigated dry reforming of methane (DRM) with supported Ni catalysts at 973 K. The α-Al2O3-supported Ni catalyst showed gradual deactivation over time on stream. However, the activity...