Leonid Plotnikov^1,*, Danil Davydov^1,2, Dmitry Krasilnikov^1,2, Alexander Ryzhkov²

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.11, pp. 4621-4633, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.070713 - 27 October 2025

Abstract Improving the specific, technical, economic, and environmental characteristics of piston engines (ICE) operating on alternative gaseous fuels is a pressing task for the energy and mechanical engineering industries. The aim of the study was to optimize the parameters of the ICE working cycle after replacing the base fuel (propane-butane blend) with syngas from wood sawdust to improve its technical and economic performance based on mathematical modeling. The modeling results were verified through experimental studies (differences for key parameters did not exceed 4.0%). The object of the study was an electric generator based on a single-cylinder… More >

Nurrul Asyiqin Shamsuri¹, Zamil Khairuddin², Muhamad Hafiz Hamsan³, Norhana Abdul Halim⁴, Mohd Fakhrul Zamani Kadir^1,5, Muhammad Fadhlullah Shukur^6,7,*

Journal of Polymer Materials, Vol.42, No.3, pp. 729-742, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jpm.2025.069060 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Polymeric materials have emerged as a promising alternative to electrolytic solutions in energy storage applications. However, high crystallinity and poor ionic conductivity are the main barriers restricting their daily application. In this study, we propose a polymer electrolyte system consisting of methylcellulose-polyvinyl alcohol (MC-PVA) blend as host material and lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate (LiCF₃SO₃) as dopant, which was prepared using the solution-casting method. The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) analysis revealed a maximum conductivity of 5.42 × 10⁻⁶ S cm⁻¹ with 40 wt.% LiCF₃SO₃. The key findings demonstrated that the variation in the dielectric loss (ε_i) and dielectric constant (ε_r) was… More >

Tingqiang Yan, Xiaodong Wang^*, Yingjie Qiao^*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.8, pp. 1587-1604, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0075 - 22 August 2025

Abstract Polylactic acid (PLA), a biodegradable polymer, exhibits superior mechanical strength and processability. However, its broader adoption is hindered by inherent brittleness, low hydrophilicity, and sluggish crystallization kinetics. Chitosan (CS), a natural polysaccharide renowned for its biocompatibility and biodegradability, offers potential to address these limitations. While both materials have garnered significant attention in materials science, research on their integration via melt blending and the resulting performance enhancements for food-contact plastics remains understudied. This research comprehensively explores how different levels of CS content, from 0% to 10%, impact the characteristics of chitosan/polylactic acid (CS/PLA) composites. It specifically… More >

Aylin Altınbay^1,2, Ceren Özsaltık², Mohammadreza Nofar^2,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.8, pp. 1605-1621, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0048 - 22 August 2025

Abstract Interfacial compatibilization is essential to generate compatible blend structures with synergistically enhanced properties. However, the effect of molecular structure on the reactivity of compatibilizers is not properly known. This study investigates the compatibilization effect of multifunctional, epoxy-based Joncryl chain extender in blends of polylactide (PLA) and polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate (PBAT) using PLA with varying D-lactide contents and molecular weights. These PLAs were high molecular weight amorphous PLA (aPLA) with D-content of 12 mol% and semi-crystalline PLA (scPLA) grades with D-contents below 1.5 mol% at both high (h) and low (l) molecular weights. The reactivity of Joncryl… More >

Hailong Chen^*, Yu Zhang, Xin Luan, Mingyu Zhang, Guanzhen Tao

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.7, pp. 1753-1770, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.066494 - 31 July 2025

Abstract Fuel injection properties, including the injection rate (temporal aspects) and spray behavior (spatial aspects), play a crucial role in the combustion efficiency and emissions of diesel engines. This study investigates the effects of different ethanol-biodiesel-diesel (EBD) blends on the injection performance in diesel engines. Experimental tests are conducted to examine key injection parameters, such as spray penetration distance, spray cone angle, and droplet size, alongside an analysis of coupling leakage. The main findings are as follows: (1) The injection behavior of ethanol and diesel differs significantly. The addition of ethanol reduces the density, viscosity, and… More >

Shiyao Peng¹, Hanwen Zhang¹, Chong Chai¹, Shilong Xue², Xiaobin Zhang^2,*

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.5, pp. 1099-1112, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.060452 - 30 May 2025

Abstract The diffusion of hydrogen-blended natural gas (HBNG) from buried pipelines in the event of a leak is typically influenced by soil properties, including porosity, particle size, temperature distribution, relative humidity, and the depth of the pipeline. This study models the soil as an isotropic porous medium and employs a CFD-based numerical framework to simulate gas propagation, accounting for the coupled effects of soil temperature and humidity. The model is rigorously validated against experimental data on natural gas diffusion in soil. It is then used to explore the impact of relevant parameters on the diffusion behavior… More >

Anna Chiara Uggenti¹, Giorgio Rech², Raffaella Gerboni^2,*, Gianmario Ledda², Amedeo Aliberti¹, Claudia Vivalda³, Emanuela Bruno², Andrea Carpignano²

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.4, pp. 757-782, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.062347 - 06 May 2025

Abstract The paper presents an innovative approach to studying the reuse of a decommissioned natural gas production platform for the seasonal storage and extraction of a hydrogen-methane (H₂-CH₄) mixture from a depleted reservoir. The reuse plan involves removing outdated equipment from the platform’s decks while retaining essential components such as wellheads and separators. Exploiting a depleted reservoir for the injection of an H₂-CH₄ mixture requires a thorough understanding of its specific characteristics. This paper focuses on the engineering approach adopted in the basic design phase for such a conversion, providing recommendations and HSE guidelines. Given the hazardous… More >

Ameer H. Hamzah¹, Abdulrazzak Akroot¹, Hasanain A. Abdul Wahhab^2,*

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.5, pp. 2059-2075, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.061592 - 25 April 2025

Abstract The current work includes a numerical investigation of the effect of biodiesel blends with different aluminum oxide nanoparticle concentrations on the combustion process in the cylinder of a diesel engine. IC Engine Fluent, a specialist computational tool in the ANSYS software, was used to simulate internal combustion engine dynamics and combustion processes. Numerical analysis was carried out using biodiesel blends with three Al₂O₃ nanoparticles in 50, 100, and 150 ppm concentrations. The tested samples are called D100, B20, B20A50, B20A100, and B20A150 accordingly. The modeling runs were carried out at various engine loads of 0, 100,… More >

Vijaya Krishna Akula^1,*, Tan Kuan Tak², Pravin Ramdas Kshirsagar³, Shrikant Vijayrao Sonekar⁴, Gopichand Ginnela⁵

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.83, No.2, pp. 2449-2479, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.061486 - 16 April 2025

Abstract The rapid expansion of Internet of Things (IoT) networks has introduced challenges in network management, primarily in maintaining energy efficiency and robust connectivity across an increasing array of devices. This paper introduces the Adaptive Blended Marine Predators Algorithm (AB-MPA), a novel optimization technique designed to enhance Quality of Service (QoS) in IoT systems by dynamically optimizing network configurations for improved energy efficiency and stability. Our results represent significant improvements in network performance metrics such as energy consumption, throughput, and operational stability, indicating that AB-MPA effectively addresses the pressing needs of modern IoT environments. Nodes are More >

Yuxin Zheng, Ke Xu, Baicheng Zhang, Shengxin Guan, Lin Xia, Zhaoge Huang^*

Journal of Polymer Materials, Vol.42, No.1, pp. 237-253, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jpm.2025.059622 - 27 March 2025

Abstract In this manuscript, we conveniently prepared a series of polyester-polycarbonate copolymer (PPC-P)/polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT) blends that exhibit both flame-retardant properties and toughness. Piperazine pyrophosphate (PAPP), melamine phosphate (MPP) and ZnO were used as synergistic flame retardants for PPC-P/PBAT blends. The effects of synergistic flame retardants on thermal stability, combustion behavior and flame retardancy of PPC-P/PBAT blends were investigated. The results showed that when the ratio of PAPP/MPP/ZnO was 18.4:9.2:2.4, the LOI of PPC-P/PBAT composite was 42.8%, and UL-94 reached V-0 level. The results of cone calorimetry showed that the mass loss rate (MLR), the… More >