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Study of hydrogen liquefaction process through modelling and simulation (2024)
Thesis
Ahmad, A. (2024). Study of hydrogen liquefaction process through modelling and simulation. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4927474

Hydrogen is viewed as a promising alternative energy source to reduce dependence on conventional fuels, helping to tackle issues such as environmental challenges (climate changes) coming especially from the energy sector. Storing and delivering hydro... Read More about Study of hydrogen liquefaction process through modelling and simulation.

Modelling and Scale-Up Studies of Sorption-Enhanced Steam Reforming (SE-SR) of Methane for Blue Hydrogen Production (2024)
Thesis
Udemu, C. (2024). Modelling and Scale-Up Studies of Sorption-Enhanced Steam Reforming (SE-SR) of Methane for Blue Hydrogen Production. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/5086126

Rising concerns over climate change, largely driven by anthropogenic CO2 emissions, have intensified research and development in low-carbon and carbon-neutral energy solutions. Hydrogen is increasingly gaining attention. Unlike fossil fuels, hydrogen... Read More about Modelling and Scale-Up Studies of Sorption-Enhanced Steam Reforming (SE-SR) of Methane for Blue Hydrogen Production.

Dynamic Performance and Intelligent Control Optimization Algorithm of a Novel Solar-assisted Multi-source Heat Pump Heating System (2024)
Thesis
Li, Y. (2024). Dynamic Performance and Intelligent Control Optimization Algorithm of a Novel Solar-assisted Multi-source Heat Pump Heating System. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4913242

With the increasing challenges of climate change, carbon reduction and carbon neutrality are raising great attention from countries around the world. In the increasing global primary energy consumption, building heating takes up around 48% proportion... Read More about Dynamic Performance and Intelligent Control Optimization Algorithm of a Novel Solar-assisted Multi-source Heat Pump Heating System.

Airborne microplastic monitoring: developing a simplified outdoor sampling approach using pollen monitoring equipment (2024)
Journal Article
Chapman, E., Liddle, C. R., Williams, B., Hilmer, E., Quick, L. J., Garcia, A. G., Suárez, D. C., White, D., Bunting, M. J., Walker, P., Cabaneros, S. M. S., Kinnersley, R., Hansen, M. F., Atherall, C. A., & Rotchell, J. M. (2024). Airborne microplastic monitoring: developing a simplified outdoor sampling approach using pollen monitoring equipment. Journal of hazardous materials, 480, Article 136129. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2024.136129

A novel, yet simple, airborne microplastic (MP) sampling approach using global pollen monitoring equipment was applied to identify, characterise and quantify outdoor airborne MPs for the first time. Modification of Burkard spore trap tape adhesive pr... Read More about Airborne microplastic monitoring: developing a simplified outdoor sampling approach using pollen monitoring equipment.

Cleaning up metal contamination after decades of energy production and manufacturing: reviewing the value in use of biochars for a sustainable future (2024)
Journal Article
Priyanka, Wood, I., Al-Gailani, A., Kolosz, B. W., Cheah, K. W., Vashisht, D., Mehta, S., & Taylor, M. J. (2024). Cleaning up metal contamination after decades of energy production and manufacturing: reviewing the value in use of biochars for a sustainable future. Sustainability, 16(20), Article 8838. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16208838

The lasting impact of ancestral energy production operations and global manufacturing has not only generated substantial CO2 emissions, but it has also led to the release of metal-based pollutants into Earth’s water bodies. As we continue to engineer... Read More about Cleaning up metal contamination after decades of energy production and manufacturing: reviewing the value in use of biochars for a sustainable future.

Investigation of a Novel Thermochemical Reactor for Medium- and Low-Temperature Heating Applications in Buildings (2024)
Journal Article
Han, X., Zeng, C., Zhu, Z., Sun, Y., & Zhao, X. (2024). Investigation of a Novel Thermochemical Reactor for Medium- and Low-Temperature Heating Applications in Buildings. Buildings, 14(10), Article 3192. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14103192

This research paper investigates a novel triangular honeycomb thermochemical energy storage reactor for low- and medium-temperature applications in buildings, emphasizing its potential to enhance sustainable heating. Using a validated 3D numerical mo... Read More about Investigation of a Novel Thermochemical Reactor for Medium- and Low-Temperature Heating Applications in Buildings.

A feasibility study on active sound reduction across an acoustic plenum window by cancelling source clusters on internal periphery of the window cavity (2024)
Journal Article
Chan, P. Y., Tang, S. K., Cheung, C. C., Mui, K. W., & Fu, S. C. (2024). A feasibility study on active sound reduction across an acoustic plenum window by cancelling source clusters on internal periphery of the window cavity. The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, 156(4), 2155-2168. https://doi.org/10.1121/10.0030407

The possibility of applying active control to reduce sound transmission across a practical plenum window is examined experimentally in the present study using measured transfer functions of all related sound transmission paths. As a result of the lim... Read More about A feasibility study on active sound reduction across an acoustic plenum window by cancelling source clusters on internal periphery of the window cavity.

Steam reforming process for conversion of hydrocarbons to hydrogen (2024)
Book Chapter
Udemu, C., & Font-Palma, C. (2024). Steam reforming process for conversion of hydrocarbons to hydrogen. In M. R. Rahimpour, M. A. Makarem, & P. Kiani (Eds.), Hydrogen Production from Nonrenewable Resources (33-72). CRC Press. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003382263-5

For many years, the steam reforming process has been used to generate hydrogen gas from a variety of feedstocks, including natural gas, propane, naphtha, and coal. The hydrocarbons are converted into hydrogen gas and carbon dioxide using a catalyst a... Read More about Steam reforming process for conversion of hydrocarbons to hydrogen.

Multiscale modelling of CFRP composites exposed to thermo-mechanical loading from fire (2024)
Journal Article
Wan, L., & Millen, S. L. (2024). Multiscale modelling of CFRP composites exposed to thermo-mechanical loading from fire. Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 187, Article 108481. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2024.108481

Carbon fibre reinforced polymers (CFRP) are prone to structural damage during extreme events such as fire. Typically, modelling the effect of fire on CFRP structures is carried out through mesoscale analysis to predict overall structural performance.... Read More about Multiscale modelling of CFRP composites exposed to thermo-mechanical loading from fire.

A Data-Driven Design Approach for Eco-Districts with Early-Stage Real-Time Predictive Energy Modelling (2024)
Thesis
Qin, P. A Data-Driven Design Approach for Eco-Districts with Early-Stage Real-Time Predictive Energy Modelling. (Thesis). university of hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/5077634

The rapid urbanisation and growing awareness of sustainable development have led to the emergence of eco-districts as a potential solution for creating sustainable urban environments. However, existing eco-district evaluation systems and design appro... Read More about A Data-Driven Design Approach for Eco-Districts with Early-Stage Real-Time Predictive Energy Modelling.