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Micro-architectural alterations remove hurdles that hinder hydrogen fuel cells

Hydrogen fuel cells, which use hydrogen and oxygen to generate clean electricity and pure water, are considered among the most promising clean energy sources. However, the accumulation of liquid water inside hydrogen fuel cells is a major roadblock to efficient…

Plasma in Practice: Low-Emission Flaring Technology Moves Forward

A novel flare-stack configuration utilizing plasma technology has transitioned from the research stage to a commercial-scale operating site Amidst ambitious sustainability goals and the drive toward “net zero” emissions, engineering and research teams across the globe are developing and evaluating…

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Targeted magnetic system recovers valuable iron phosphate from sewage sludge

Many wastewater-treatment plants rely on iron-based coagulation to remove phosphorus from water. Following treatment with iron-based coagulants, most iron present in the sewage sludge is in the form of an iron-phosphate mineral known as vivianite. A patented technology called ViviMag…

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Methane-to-bioplastics technology takes advantage of wastewater off-gases

Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) are biodegradable polymers that are positioned as a promising alternative to conventional plastics. They can be produced from a variety of biological and renewable feedstocks. Mango Materials (MM; Vacaville, Calif.; www.mangomaterials.com) produces PHAs at a pilot plant and…

Focus On: Compressors, Fans and Blowers

This compressor delivers high flow in a compact design The latest addition to this company’s DrillAir family of portable air compressors is the X-Air+ 800-20 (photo). Delivering up to 800 ft3/min, the model is said to deliver high flow at…

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Innovative Membrane and Filter Technologies Reduce Downtime

New materials, designs and digitalization provide cost-effective, long-term membrane-system performance Chemical processors prioritize uptime and high performance in membrane and filtration systems, so innovative technologies are being developed to minimize downtime and provide more cost-effective long-term performance in challenging chemical…

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Delayed coking process converts biomass to graphite at reduced temperatures and generates fuels

Demand for synthetic graphite, a top-priority critical material in the U.S., is increasing because of its use in lithium-ion battery anodes and in steel-making. To meet the increased demand, while also cultivating a domestic source of synthetic graphite (most of…

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AI and Human-Centered Skills in Modern Engineering

Natural-language models powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies can enhance human-centered skills, such as communication, emotional intelligence and interpersonal workflows in chemical-manufacturing settings The chemical process industries (CPI) operate in environments defined by nonlinear system behavior, tight safety margins…

Instrumentation as a Strategic Lever: Turning Compliance and Safety into Competitive Advantage

The expectations placed on plant operators have never been higher. Regulatory frameworks are tightening, environmental accountability is under constant scrutiny and the margin for error in process safety is shrinking. At the same time, producers are expected to improve efficiency,…

SkyNRG and KLM Airlines start construction of commercial-scale SAF plant

SkyNRG (Amsterdam, the Netherlands; www.skynrg.com) and KLM Dutch Royal Airlines (Amstelveen, the Netherlands; www.klm.com) celebrated the official start of construction of DSL-01, the Netherlands’ first facility fully dedicated to the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Located in Delfzijl, the…