Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Simulation analysis , Turbines , Water , Flow (Dynamics) , Steady state , Design methodology , Nozzles , Simulation , Torque

Feasibility of Using More Geothermal Energy to Generate Electricity

Kaufui Vincent Wong, Nathanael Tan

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36751

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Topics: Electric power generation , Geothermal power , Water , Rocks , Superheating , Temperature , Geothermal engineering , Heat , Renewable energy , Steam

Modeling of a Hybrid Energy System Integrated With an Intermittent Power Grid in Developing Countries

Kehinde Oke, Olumide Bello, Landon Onyebueke

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37084

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Topics: Developing nations , Modeling , Power grids , Generators , Computer software , Electric power generation , Fuels , Noise (Sound) , Performance , Pollution

Performance Evaluation of a Solar Powered Organic Rankine Cycle for Residential or Small Commercial Applications

Emily Ledbury, Pedro J. Mago

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37118

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Topics: Organic Rankine cycle , Performance evaluation , Solar power , Fluids , Temperature , Solar energy , Solar collectors , Climate , Heat transfer , Low temperature

An Energy Harvester From Airflow Induced Vibrations

A. Nayyar, V. Stoilov

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39078

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Topics: Air flow , Energy harvesting , Vibration , Generators , Energy resources , Oscillations , Resonance , Vortex shedding , Wind velocity

Thermal Transpiration Based Propulsion

Ryan Falkenstein-Smith, Pingying Zeng, Tyler Culp, Jeongmin Ahn

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39121

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Topics: Propulsion , Transpiration , Membranes , Pressure gradient , Combustion , Gas flow , Heat , Temperature gradient , Diffusion (Physics) , Heating

Salinity Gradient Power Experiment Using Reverse Electrodialysis

Sean Amaral, Neil Franklin, Michael Jurkowski, Mansour Zenouzi

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40248

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Topics: Design , Dimensions , Electricity (Physics) , Electrodes , Energy resources , Engineering prototypes , Membranes , Renewable energy , Water

Carbon Capture and Storage

Comparison and Analysis of Energy Consumption and CO2 Emissions of China and ASEAN

Wei Lu, Taide Tan, Cong Cao

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36126

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , China , Emissions , Energy consumption , Carbon , Collaboration , Governments , Safety , Economics

Reduction Behavior of Iron Oxide for Chemical-Looping Hydrogen Generation in a Compact Fluidized Fuel Reactor

Shiyi Chen, Zhipeng Xue, Xiang Wang, Changchun Xu, Dong Wang, Wenguo Xiang

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36204

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Topics: Fuels , Hydrogen , Iron , Temperature , Bubbles , Carbon dioxide , Fluidized beds , Oxygen , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting)

Study of CO₂ Absorption Into Aqueous Diethanolamine (DEA) Using Microchannel Reactors

Stefan Bangerth, Harish Ganapathy, Michael Ohadi, Tariq S. Khan, Mohamed Alshehhi

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36348

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Topics: Absorption , Carbon dioxide , Microchannels , Mass transfer , Separation (Technology) , Blanks , Carbon capture and storage , Geometry , Natural gas , Potassium

Integration of a CaO-Based Thermal Storage System in an IGCC Plant With Carbon Capture

Annelies Vandersickel, Alexander Mitsos, Randall P. Field

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38113

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Topics: Carbon capture and storage , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations , Thermal energy storage , Carbon dioxide , Energy storage , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Storage , Combustion , Design

Combined Energy Cycles, CHP and CCHP

Local District Heating Network With a Small-Scale Trigeneration Plant: Energetic and Economic Analysis of Optimization Strategies

Gabriele Amoruso, Marco Badami, Armando Portoraro

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36499

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Topics: Central heating , Economic analysis , Optimization , Profitability , Cogeneration plants , Energy efficiency , Fluctuations (Physics) , Heat , Heating

Design for Integration of a Compact Waste Energy Recovery System for Automobile Engine Exhaust Gas and Coolant

Mohammed S. Mayeed, S. Mostafa Ghiaasiaan, Thuyen Luong, Erhan Ilksoy

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37309

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Topics: Automotive engines , Coolants , Design , Energy recovery , Exhaust systems , Cycles , Automobiles , Weight (Mass) , Combined cycles , Steam

Design and Analysis of Energy Conversion Systems

Simulation Based Grid Optimization to Enhance Renewable Energy Storage in Iceland

Michael Sugar, Runar Unnthorsson

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36143

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Topics: Optimization , Renewable energy , Simulation , Storage , Energy budget (Physics) , Fluctuations (Physics) , Batteries , Carbon , Density , Electric power generation

A New Gas Path Fault Diagnostic Method of Gas Turbine Based on Support Vector Machine

Dengji Zhou, Jiayun Wang, Huisheng Zhang, Shilie Weng

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36367

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Topics: Gas turbines , Support vector machines , Artificial neural networks , Decision making , Engines , Genetic algorithms , Maintenance

Exergy Analysis and Optimization of a Building Air Conditioning System in Tropical Climate

Ricardo Salazar, Enrico Sciubba, Claudia Toro

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36764

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Topics: Air conditioning , Climate , Exergy analysis , Optimization , Energy consumption , Chain , Cooling , Absorption , Ejectors , Energy conversion

A New Concept for Power Grid Stabilization Using a Motor-Assisted Variable Speed Gas Turbine System

Naohiro Kusumi, Noriaki Hino, Aung Ko Thet

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37000

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Topics: Engines , Gas turbines , Motors , Power grids , Compressors , Flywheels , Stress , Temperature , Fluctuations (Physics) , Fuels

Combining Diesel Generators With Ultracapacitors to Enhance Stability and Reliability

M. Averbukh, A. Kuperman, G. Geula, S. Gadelovitch, V. Yuhimenko

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37930

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Topics: Diesel generators , Reliability , Stability , Ultracapacitors , Stress , Engines , Fuel consumption , Fuel efficiency , Control systems , Corporate average fuel economy

Available Systems for the Conversion of Waste Heat to Electricity

N. Tauveron, S. Colasson, J.-A. Gruss

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37984

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Topics: Brayton cycle , Closed-cycle gas turbines , Combined cycle gas turbines , Combustion , Cycles , Databases , Electrical measurement , Engines , Generators , Heat

Developing a Methodology for Comparing the Energy Efficiency of Hydraulic and Traction Elevators

Jim Bos, Robert Dell, Brad Nemeth, C. S. Wei, William Foley

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38384

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Topics: Elevators , Energy efficiency , Traction , Cables , Cost benefit analysis , Fluids , Ropes , Wire

Numerical Study of Regenerator Configuration in the Design of a Stirling Engine

Ana C. Ferreira, Senhorinha Teixeira, Manuel L. Nunes, Luís B. Martins

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38529

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Topics: Design , Stirling engines , Cogeneration systems , Accounting , Boilers , Combined heat and power , Computer simulation , Distributed power generation , Energy consumption , Energy conversion

A Multilevel Optimization Method for the Design and Operation of Stand-Alone Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems for Multiple Remote Communities

Francisco J. Contreras, David A. Romero, Cristina H. Amon

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38973

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Renewable energy , Diesel , Algorithms , Databases , Meteorology , Wind

Reduction of Primary Energy Consumption Through Distributed Thermal Storage in Buildings Connected With a District Heating Network

Giorgia Baccino, Sara Cosentino, Elisa Guelpa, Adriano Sciacovelli, Vittorio Verda

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39048

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Topics: Central heating , Energy consumption , Structures , Thermal energy storage , Stress , Storage , Cogeneration plants , Dynamic models , Energy efficiency , Flow (Dynamics)

A Web-Accessible Robotics Monitoring System Powered by a Thermoelectric Generator Connected to a Battery

Robert Dell, Runar Unnthorsson, C. S. Wei, William Foley

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39077

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Topics: Batteries , Generators , Monitoring systems , Robotics , Emergencies , Energy generation , Energy resources , Energy storage , Maintenance , Mobile robots

Evaluation of Synthetic Natural Gas Production From Renewably Generated Hydrogen and Carbon Dioxide

W. L. Becker, R. J. Braun, M. Penev

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39302

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Hydrogen , Natural gas , Carbon , Methane , Fuels , Heat , Natural gas distribution , Pipelines , Chemical processes

Modeling of a Piezoelectric Energy Harvester Mounted on a Quick-Return Mechanism

Haileyesus Endeshaw, Fisseha Alemayehu, Stephen Ekwaro-Osire

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A026doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39397

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Modeling , Cantilevers , Vibration , Accelerometers , Analytical methods , Dimensions , Excitation , Machinery , Piezoelectric materials

Optimal Operation and Sensitivity Analysis of a Large District Heating Network Through POD Modeling

Sara Cosentino, Elisa Guelpa, Roberto Melli, Adriano Sciacovelli, Enrico Sciubba, Claudia Toro, Vittorio Verda

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39509

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Topics: Central heating , Modeling , Sensitivity analysis , Optimization , Stress , Simulation , Carbon dioxide , Climate , Complex systems , Energy efficiency

Thermodynamic and Economic Evaluation of a Novel Mixed-Refrigerant Process for the Liquefaction of Natural Gas

M. N. Bin Omar, T. Morosuk, G. Tsatsaronis

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A028doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39639

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Topics: Economic analysis , Liquefaction , Natural gas , Refrigerants , Liquefied natural gas , Cooling , Exergy , Simulation

Evaluation of a Novel Concept for LNG Regasification in an Industrial Complex

T. Morosuk, S. Tesch, M. Schult, G. Tsatsaronis

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39640

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Topics: Liquefied natural gas , Chain , Economic analysis , Electric power generation , Engineers , Heat transfer , Refrigeration , Separation (Technology) , Simulation , System efficiency

Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage

Power Efficiency Optimization of Vanadium Redox Batteries Based on Experimental Analysis of Electrolyte Flow Through Carbon Felt of Electrodes

A. Pozin, M. Averbukh, S. Sukoriansky

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36295

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Topics: Carbon , Electrodes , Electrolytes , Energy efficiency , Experimental analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Optimization , Batteries , Ions , Polarization (Electricity)

Optimization of Smart Grid Solar Energy Application

Olumide Bello, Landon Onyebueke

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A031doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36791

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Topics: Optimization , Smart grids , Solar energy , Electric vehicles , Batteries , Peak load , Distributed power generation , Electric power generation , Modeling , Renewable energy

A Mathematical Model for Li-Air Battery Considering Volume Change Phenomena

Kisoo Yoo, Prashanta Dutta, Soumik Banerjee

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A032doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37627

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Topics: Batteries , Lithium , Anodes , Stress , Density , Electrolytes , Energy storage , Finite volume methods , Metals , Numerical analysis

Multifunctional Load-Bearing Energy Storage Materials

Andrew S. Westover, John Tian, Shiva Bernath, Landon Oakes, Rob Edwards, Farhan Nur Shabab, Shahana Chatterjee, Amrutur Anilkumar, Cary L. Pint

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A033doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38931

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Topics: Bearings , Energy storage , Stress , Bulk solids , Composite materials , Mechanical properties , Polymer composites , Semiconductor wafers , Silicon , Testing

Experimental Performance Evaluation of a Rechargeable Lithium-Air Battery Operating at Room Temperature

Susanta K. Das, Salma Rahman, Jianfang Chai, Matthew Quast, Steven E. Keinath, K. Joel Berry, Anja Mueller, Abhijit Sarkar

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A034doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39004

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Topics: Batteries , Carbon , Catalysts , Cobalt , Current density , Electrolytes , Ethers (Class of compounds) , Gas chromatography , Lithium , Manufacturing

Comparing High-Performance Computing Techniques for Modeling Structural Impact on Battery Cells

Mehdi Gilaki, Ilya Avdeev

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A035doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39271

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Topics: Batteries , Modeling , Engineering simulation , Parallel processing , Simulation , Anodes , Computers , Electrodes , Finite element analysis , Finite element model

Solubility of Oxygen in Lithium-Air Battery Electrolytes: A Molecular Dynamics Study

Anirudh Deshpande, Prashanta Dutta, Soumik Banerjee

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A036doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40215

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Topics: Batteries , Electrolytes , Lithium , Molecular dynamics , Oxygen , Temperature , Molecular dynamics simulation , Pressure , Vapor pressure

Ab Initio Modeling of the Electron Transfer Reaction Rate at the Electrode-Electrolyte Interface in Lithium-Air Batteries

Saeed Kazemiabnavi, Prashanta Dutta, Soumik Banerjee

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A037doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40239

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Topics: Electrodes , Electrolytes , Electron transport , Lithium , Modeling , Anodes , Current density , Oxidation , Stability , Vapor pressure

Energy and the Environment

Potential Reduction of Fugitive Methane Emissions at Compressor Stations and Storage Facilities Powered by Natural Gas Engines

Derek Johnson, April Covington

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A038doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38582

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Topics: Compressors , Emissions , Gas engines , Methane , Storage , Engines , Fuels , Compression , Natural gas , Roads

An Investigation of Microclimatic Impact of Cool Coating for Buildings in Low-Latitude and Tropical Climate

Kishor T. Zingre, Xingguo Yang, Man Pun Wan

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39739

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Topics: Climate , Coating processes , Coatings , Structures , Roofs , Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering simulation , Reflectance , Simulation , Solar energy

Energy Systems Components

Development of a Novel Two-Stage Heat Pump Clothes Dryer

Tao Cao, Jiazhen Ling, Yunho Hwang, Reinhard Radermacher

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A040doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36048

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Topics: Heat pumps , Cycles , Design , Heat exchangers , Vapors , Condensers (steam plant) , Energy efficiency , Engineering prototypes , Engines , Motors

Proposal Design Procedure and Preliminary Simulation of Turbo Expander for Small Size (2–10 kW) Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC)

Roberto Capata, Gustavo Hernandez

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A041doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36130

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Topics: Design , Organic Rankine cycle , Simulation , Turbochargers , Fluids , Pressure , Exhaust systems , Gas turbines , Gases , Internal combustion engines

Time Domain Modeling and Power Output for a Heaving Point Absorber Wave Energy Converter

Jeremiah Pastor, Yucheng Liu

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A042doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36374

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Topics: Modeling , Wave energy converters , Absorption , Damping , Shapes , Springs , Time-domain analysis , Boundary element methods , Buoys , Computer simulation

Cooling of Turbine Blade Surface With Extended Exit Holes: Parametric Study

Fariborz Forghan, Omid Askari, Uichiro Narusawa, Hameed Metghalchi

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A043doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36912

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Topics: Cooling , Turbine blades , Blades , Gas flow , Temperature , Coolants , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Jets

Solar Thermal Power Generation Using a Double Concentration on a Dish Collector

Ramy Khalid Zakaria El Adli Imam, Mohamed Yassin, Mohamed Donia, Ahmed Atiya

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A044doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36937

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Topics: Durability , Manufacturing , Mirrors , Renewable energy , Shades and shadows , Solar energy , Solar thermal power

The Thermal State Numerical Simulation and the Security Analysis to the Superheaters of the Ultra-Supercritical Boiler in FCB

Zhan Zhi-gang, Qian Kun, Xiong Yang-heng, Chen Ya-wei, Xiong Zhan

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A045doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37359

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Topics: Boilers , Computer simulation , Security analysis , Superheaters , Stress , Steam , Temperature , Oxidation , Power stations , Pressure

Small Hydro Plant Using Archimedes Screw: Modeling and Analysis

Julien Rohmer, Dominique Knittel, Guy Sturtzer, Damien Flieller, Jean Renaud

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A046doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37895

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Topics: Modeling , Screws , Energy generation , Design , Floods , Flow (Dynamics) , Hydropower , Hydrostatics , Rivers , Water

Two Stage Atmospheric Burners: Development and Verification of a New Mass-Energy Balance Model

José Teixeira, Luis S. B. Martins, Manuel Lopes, Senhorinha F. Teixeira, Manuel E. Ferreira

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A047doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38820

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Topics: Air entrainment , Air pollution , Combustion , Design , Diffusers , Emissions , Flames , Fluids , Fuel systems , Fuels

Optimal Design of IC Engine Cooling Fins by Using Genetic Algorithm

Terry Yan, Jason Yobby, Ravindra Vundavilli

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A048doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39446

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Topics: Cooling , Design , Fins , Genetic algorithms , Internal combustion engines , Convection , Cylinders , Degrees of freedom , Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients

Energy-Water Nexus

Performance of Air Gap Membrane Distillation Unit for Water Desalination

Atia E. Khalifa, Dahiru U. Lawal, Mohamed A. Antar

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A049doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36031

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Topics: Membranes , Water , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Coolants , Feedwater , Heat , Mass transfer , Design , Water temperature

Operational Costs Optimization in Water Distribution Systems

Dhafar Al-Ani, HamedHossien Afshari, Saeid Habibi

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A050doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36332

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Topics: Optimization , Water distribution , Pareto optimization , Energy consumption , Energy efficiency , Pumps , Reservoirs , Stress

Climate Change Aggravates the Energy-Water-Food Nexus

Kaufui V. Wong, Sarmad Chaudhry

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A051doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36502

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Topics: Climate change , Food products , Water , Rivers , Glaciers , Temperature , Cooling , Electric power generation , Hydropower , Biofuel

Representing the Water-Energy Nexus With Decision Matrices

Jacob Weimann, Matthew Schmidt, Arthur Bergles, Marc Compere

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A052doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36918

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Topics: Water , Fuels , Transportation systems , Carbon , Climate change , Cooling , Cycles , Developing nations , Emissions , Energy generation

Design Optimization of Batteryless Photovoltaic-Powered Reverse Osmosis Water Desalination in Remote Areas

Jihun Kim, Karim Hamza, Mohamed El-Morsi, Ashraf O. Nassef, Sayed Metwalli, Kazuhiro Saitou

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A053doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37750

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Reverse osmosis , Water , Batteries , Storage , Electricity (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Genetic algorithms , Groundwater

Lake Michigan Water Resources Study

Chenguang Sheng, George Nnanna, Chandramouli Viswanathan

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A054doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38369

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Topics: Lakes , Water , Water pollution , Artificial neural networks , Flow (Dynamics) , Cooling , Energy generation , Irrigation (Agriculture) , Uncertainty , Biomedicine

Impacts of Temperature Thresholds on Power Generation in the Upper Mississippi River Basin Under Different Climate Scenarios

Margaret A. Cook, Carey W. King, Michael E. Webber

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A055doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38908

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Topics: Climate , Energy generation , Rivers , Temperature , Cooling , Power stations , Water , Heat , Risk , Waves

Pumping System Assessment in Water Treatment Plants: Case Study: Mexicali, Baja California, México

Margarita Gil Samaniego Ramos, Héctor Enrique Campbell Ramírez, Silvia Vanessa Medina León, Juan Ceballos Corral

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A056doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39171

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Topics: Water treatment , Emissions , Pumps , Water , Design , Energy consumption , Maintenance , Sustainable development , Computer software , Electric power generation

Fuel Cell Systems Design and Application

Technoeconomy of Different Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Based Hybrid Cycles

Masoud Rokni

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A057doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36858

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Topics: Cycles , Solid oxide fuel cells , Biomass , Fuel gasification , Gas turbines , Carbon dioxide , Emissions , Heat engines , Steam , Steam turbines

Highlights of Fuel Cell Modeling From a Lattice Boltzmann Method Point of View

Mayken Espinoza, Bengt Sundén, Martin Andersson

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A058doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37010

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Topics: Fuel cells , Lattice Boltzmann methods , Modeling , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Solid oxide fuel cells , Atomic, molecular, and chemical characteristics , Energy conversion , Simulation , Transport phenomena

Water Management in Fuel Cell Stack by Using Microcontroller

Gukan Rajaram, Manoj Kumar Panthalingal, Parthasarathy Valivittan

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A059doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37901

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Topics: Fuel cells , Water resource management , Floods , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Control equipment , Cooling , Emissions , Gases , Switches , Temperature

Probabilistic Life Prediction of Hydrogen Steel Pressure Vessels in Industrial Electric Trucks

Constantinos Minas, Sejalben Patel

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A060doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38532

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Topics: Hydrogen , Pressure vessels , Steel , Trucks , Cycles , Pressure , Design , Fuel cells , Fatigue cracks , Generators

Parametric Studies of Microstructural Performance Effects in Solid Oxide Cells

Zachary K. van Zandt, George J. Nelson

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A061doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39021

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Topics: Solid oxide fuel cells , Porosity , Charge transfer , Electrochemical reactions , Electron transport , Fuel cells , Polarization (Electricity) , Polarization (Light) , Polarization (Waves) , Power density

Dynamic Response of a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Stack to Changes in a University Building’s Load

Michael M. Whiston, William O. Collinge, Melissa M. Bilec, Laura A. Schaefer

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A062doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39206

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Topics: Dynamic response , Solid oxide fuel cells , Stress , Fuels , Circuits , Computer simulation , Electric load , Energy generation , Exhaust systems , Flow (Dynamics)

Multi Objective Optimization of Direct Coupling Photovoltaic-Electrolyzer Systems Using Imperialist Competitive Algorithm

Azadeh Maroufmashat, Farid Sayedin, Sourena Sattari

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A063doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39765

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Topics: Algorithms , Pareto optimization , Energy transformation , Hydrogen , Hydrogen production , Proton exchange membranes , Optimization , Renewable energy sources

Role of GDL Surface Wettability and Operating Conditions in Liquid-Water Removal From NSTF Catalyst Layers

Prodip K. Das, Anthony D. Santamaria, Adam Z. Weber

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A064doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39856

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Topics: Catalysts , Gas diffusion layers , Water , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Low temperature , Floods , Alloys , Coating processes , Coatings , Fuel cells

Fuels and Biofuels

Gasification of Bio-Waste and Biomass Products Through Exposure to High Density and Low Density Supercritical Water

Bob Desnoo, Xiao Huang, Weiguo Ma, Yeong Yoo

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A065doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36140

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Topics: Biomass , Density , Fuel gasification , Water , Temperature , Chemical kinetics , Gases , Heating , Hydrogen , Methane

An Experimental Study of Performance and Emission on Ethanol Fuelled Pre and Post Injection in High Compression Ignition Engine With Zirconia Coating

Velliangiri Murugasen, Sureshkannan Gurusamy, Krishnan Annur Srinivasan

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A066doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36479

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Topics: Coating processes , Coatings , Diesel engines , Emissions , Ethanol , Fuels , Engines , Compression , Brakes , Combustion

Fixed Bed Solid Fuel Combustor for the Purpose of Testing Solid Biomass Emissions Properties

Bob Apprill, Logan Coen, Brian Gessler, Jonathan Mattson, Christopher Depcik

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A067doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36543

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Topics: Biomass , Combustion chambers , Emissions , Fuels , Testing , Combustion , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Fossil fuels , Sustainability

Laminar Partially Premixed Flames of Blends of Pre-Vaporized Jet-A Fuel and Palm Methyl Ester

Arun Balakrishnan, Ramkumar N. Parthasarathy, Subramanyam R. Gollahalli

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A068doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36930

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Topics: Ester , Flames , Fuels , Air flow , Combustion , Emissions , Biofuel , Carbon dioxide , Chemistry , Flow (Dynamics)

Combustion Characteristics of Spray Flames of Diesel and Palm Methyl Ester at Lean Inlet Conditions

Michael S. Richichi, Ramkumar N. Parthasarathy, Subramanyam R. Gollahalli

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A069doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36932

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Topics: Combustion , Diesel , Ester , Flames , Sprays , Fuels , Emissions , Petroleum , Air flow , Carbon

Conversion of Glucose Into 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural in DMSO as Single Organic Solvent

Mohamed A. Elmously, Ahmed Emara, Osayed S. M. Abu-Elyazeed

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A070doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37316

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Topics: Glucose , Temperature , Water , Biofuel , Petrochemicals

Ammonia Gasoline-Ethanol/Methanol Tertiary Fuel Blends as an Alternate Automotive Fuel

Shehan Omantha Haputhanthri, Timothy Taylor Maxwell, John Fleming, Chad Austin

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A071doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38026

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Topics: Ethanol , Fuels , Gasoline , Methanol , Pressure , Temperature , Vapor-liquid equilibrium , Dynamometers , Engines , High pressure (Physics)

Characteristics of Water-in-Diesel Emulsions in a Single Cylinder Compression Ignition Engine

Teja Gonguntla, Robert Raine, Leigh Ramsey, Thomas Houlihan

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A072doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38746

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Topics: Cylinders , Diesel , Diesel engines , Emulsions , Water , Fuels , Engines , Brakes , Emissions , Fuel consumption

Biomass Gasification in a Pilot-Scale Gasifier

Yunye Shi, Tejasvi Sharma, Guiyan Zang, Albert Ratner

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A073doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38958

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Topics: Biomass , Fuel gasification , Fuels , Gas chromatography , Shapes , Temperature

Combustion Characteristics of Jojoba Methyl Ester as an Alternative Fuel for Gas Turbine

Ali M. A. Attia, Radwan M. El-Zoheiry, Hesham M. El-Batsh, Mohamed S. Shehata

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A074doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39991

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Topics: Combustion , Ester , Fuels , Gas turbines , Emissions , Jet fuels , Flames , Biodiesel , Biofuel , Combustion chambers

Design and Construction of a Biodiesel Batch Reactor With Improved Settling Capability

Kevin N. Nwaigwe, Nnamdi V. Ogueke, Clifford Kamalu, Emmanuel E. Anyanwu

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A075doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40246

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Topics: Biodiesel , Construction , Design , Temperature , Density , Diesel , Diesel engines , Energy resources , Flash point , Pollution

Engine Performance and Emission Products of Pure Diesel and Multi-Feedstock Blended Biodiesel

Kosgei Belion, Patrick F. Mensah, Stephen Akwaboa, Eyassu Woldesenbet, Michael Stubblefield, Albert Adjaottor

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A076doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40349

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Topics: Biodiesel , Diesel , Emissions , Engines , Feedstock , Carbon dioxide , Nitrogen oxides , Diesel engines , Fuels , Torque

Fundamentals of Thermodynamics

Polytropic Change of State Calculations

Hans E. Wettstein

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A077doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36202

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Topics: Algorithms , Approximation , Carbon dioxide , Compression , Compressors , Energy dissipation , Gas turbines , Gases , Nitrogen , Oxygen

High Temperature Air Combustion (HiTAC) Phenomena and its Thermodynamics

Nabil Rafidi, Wlodzimierz Blasiak, Ashwani K. Gupta

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A078doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36312

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Topics: Combustion , High temperature , Thermodynamics , Oxygen , Industrial furnaces , Chemical reactions , Exergy analysis , Heat , Pollution , Temperature

Reduction Techniques Methods for Simplifying Complex Kinetic Systems: A General Review

Ghassan Nicolas, Fariba Seiyedzadeh Khanshan, Hameed Metghalchi, Richard H. West

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A079doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36351

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Topics: Chemical kinetics , Fuels , Stiffness , Uncertainty

Using the Peng-Robinson Equation of State to Explore Working Fluids for Higher Temperature Organic Rankine Cycles

Vincent D. Romanin, Alfonso Rodriguez, Jean Toutain, Sonia Fereres

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A080doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37969

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Topics: Equations of state , Fluids , Organic Rankine cycle , Temperature , Cycles , Rankine cycle , High temperature , Water , Low temperature , Boiling

Constrained-Equilibrium Modeling of Ethanol Combustion in Air

Ghassan Nicolas, Mohammad Janbozorgi, Hameed Metghalchi

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A081doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38377

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Topics: Combustion , Equilibrium (Physics) , Ethanol , Modeling , Ignition , Chemistry , Nitrogen , Thermodynamics

Mass Engine Cycle

Mostafa H. Sharqawy

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A082doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38570

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Topics: Cycles , Engines , Reservoirs , Heat , Heat engines , Membranes , Heat exchangers , Heat sinks , High temperature , Hydrostatics

Finite Time Thermodynamics Model of an Absorption Chiller

David Gerlach, Xiaohong Liao

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A083doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38777

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Topics: Absorption , Thermodynamics , Entropy , Heat exchangers , Condensers (steam plant) , Design , Engineering standards , Fittings , Fluid dynamics , Generators

Thermodynamic Analysis and Working Fluid Optimization of a Combined ORC-VCC System Using Waste Heat From a Marine Diesel Engine

Oumayma Bounefour, Ahmed Ouadha

IMECE 2014; V06AT07A084doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39976

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Topics: Diesel engines , Fluids , Optimization , Organic Rankine cycle , Waste heat , Compression , Refrigeration , Vapors

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