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Static and Dynamic Analysis on a Steel Module in a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) Ship
Abstract: Abstract: An FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) is a floating production system that receives fluids (crude oil, hydrocarbons etc.) from a subsea reservoir and processes into oil and gas. Most FPSOs are ship-shaped, remodelled from existing cargo ships. FPSOs have been serving the offshore oil and gas industry for nearly 30 years. They have been proved to be safe and economical. A steel structure (module) in a FPSO will …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Combine Effect of Dry and Decomposed Raffia Palm in the Bioremediation of Oil-based Drill Cutting
Abstract: This study determines the effect of dry substrate and decomposed raffia palm for degradation of oil- based drill cuttings bioremediation. The remediation process was effectuated using dry and decomposed raffia palm. The experiment was carried out at the research Centre located at Agricultural and Environmental Engineering departmental workshop in Rivers State University, Port Harcourt. Samples of oil-based drill cuttings were bulked in eleven reactors with four replications (T1, T2, T3-T11). …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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STUDY DIESEL-RK APPLICATIONS IN THE COMPUTATION AND ANALYSIS OF TECHNOLOGICAL AND SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS OF DIESEL ENGINES USING HEAVY FUELS IN ORDER TO TEST WITH DIFFERENT PISTON BOWL DESIGNS
Abstract: The influence of different piston bowls on the Diesel-RK will be demonstrated in this test as the engine is the heart of vehicles for existence like human heart needed for survival. The piston bowl shows a significant influence on the load stratification in the transition area. The compression ratio shows a trade-off of NOx reduction with unburned hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide emissions. In today's society, people have attempted to employ …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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Evaluation of Kinetic Parameters of Total PetroleumHydrocarbon Degradation Using Grape Leaf as Nutrientto Catalyze the Reaction
Abstract: The outcomes of the research are to determine and evaluate the kinetic parameters of total petroleum hydrocarbon degradation using grape leaf as nutrient to catalyze the reaction. The application of the Michaelis–Menten model equation in combination with the Lineweaver–Burk Plot theoretical conceptual techniques was adopted in handling the computation of the functional parameters and coefficients of the system. The impact of bio-remediant dosage was monitored, and the kinetic parameters were …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Evaluation of Kinetic Parameters of Crude Oil Remediation Using Bio-Stimuant of Mint Leaf (Mentha piperita)
Abstract: Kinetic parameters of crude oil degradation as related to total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) were evaluated. The experiment was set-up using crude oil, loamy soil polluted and addition of bio-stimulant (nutrient based substance). The depletion of the pollutant was monitored within the contact time of 7 to 35 days. At intervals of 7 days samples were collected and analyzed to determine the TPH concentration at each bioreactor set-up, through subjecting the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 62–71 Read article
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Process Optimization of Copper Phthalocyanine Pigment PB15:3: A Sustainable Solvent Reduction Strategy for Industrial Applications
Abstract: Copper phthalocyanine pigments, particularly PB15:3 (beta-phase), represent cornerstone materials in the global colorants industry with applications spanning automotive coatings, printing inks, and engineering plastics. Conventional synthesis routes for PB15:3 necessitate copious volumes of high-boiling organic solvents – predominantly dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) and aromatic hydrocarbons – posing significant environmental burdens and economic constraints. This study presents a systematic investigation of solvent quantity optimization in the pigment finishing process of CI Pigment Blue …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 21–40 Read article
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Bio-stimulation with Fresh Avocado Seed for Crude Oil Remediation: Experimental and Bio-kinetic Modelling
Abstract: The remediation of crude oil-contaminated soils requires sustainable and cost-effective solutions. This study investigates the performance of fresh avocado seed (Persea americana) as a biostimulant for the remediation of Bonny Light crude oil-contaminated soil from the Kalarugbana community, Niger Delta. A 56-day laboratory-scale experiment was conducted using bioreactors containing 1 kg of soil contaminated with 100 ml of crude oil and treated with different volumes of fresh avocado seed slurry …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 68–76 Read article
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Perovskite Oxides: A Multifunctional Material Class for Solar-to-Fuel Energy Conversion
Abstract: Harnessing concentrated solar energy for thermochemical water and carbon dioxide splitting presents a promising pathway to produce liquid hydrocarbon fuels as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. This process relies on advanced redox materials to facilitate efficient chemical reactions within thermochemical cycles. Traditionally, research has focused on binary oxides, particularly ceria, due to its redox capabilities. However, ceria’s high reduction temperature and limited tunability via extrinsic doping hinder its optimization …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 36–45 Read article
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Transforming Carbon: The Science and Potential of Gasification
Abstract: Methanol and chemicals like urea and ammonia, which are the building blocks of many fertilizers, can be produced via the gasification process. Additionally, gasification can assist in the production of transportation fuels from biomass, coal, oil, and sands. Drying, pyrolysis, combustion, cracking, and reduction are the five distinct thermal processes that make up gasification. Drying removes moisture from the feedstock, while pyrolysis breaks down complex hydrocarbons into simpler molecules. Combustion …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–35 Read article
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Unveiling the Potential of Tyre Pyrolysis Oil A Sustainable Solution for Energy and Environmental Challenges: A Mini Review
Abstract: Pyrolysis is a technology to recover energy from the end-of-life tyre or scrap tyres by converting into various useful products like tyre pyrolysis oil (TPO), pyro-gas and solid char or carbon sooth also known as raw recycled carbon black. Tyre pyro oil is a dark brown/black colored liquid and used as a fuel in compression ignition (CI) engines, industrial furnaces and power plants etc. The TPO like other fuels contains …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Modeling the Biokinetic of Crude Oil Degradation inLoamy Soil Using the Citrus Sinensis of Flavedo Part
Abstract: The biokinetic parameters of crude oil degradation using Citrus sinensis of flavedo part was investigated in loamy soil environment. Mathematical models were developed for the purpose of determining the biokinetic parameters of the k1 (Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon), maximum specific rate of TPH remediation and dissociation constant of the TPH remediation on the effect of remediant dosage on the polluted loamy soil environment. The effect of the remediants were monitored for …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Comparative Biosorption Analysis of Chicken Feathers and Absorbent Pads on Crude Oil Contaminated Soil
Abstract: The study was done for the biosorption of hydrocarbon contaminated soil using chicken feather waste (CFW) and adsorbent pad adsorbents (AP). The adsorbents materials were sourced locally and prepared accordingly and made ready for the adsorption process. To analyze the adsorption of crude oil from contaminated soil, the following time intervals were used: 0 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks, 15 weeks, and 20 weeks. Additionally, varying amounts of …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 13–33 Read article
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Optimizing Power Factor and Efficiency in EV Chargers: Bridgeless Isolated Zeta-Luo Converter Solutions
Abstract: This paper focuses on enhancing the power factor of Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers through the implementation of a Bridgeless Isolated Zeta-Luo Converter. Poor power factor is a common feature of conventional charging systems, which increases energy losses and decreases efficiency. It is critical to address the serious environmental problems that transportation-related hydrocarbon emissions represent in the modern world. Electric car adoption is picking up steam as a means of promoting …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Increase the Shear Strength of Soil Using Bitumen Emulsion to Strengthening of Sub-structure
Abstract: Soil is one in all the nature’s most abundant construction materials. The majority style of construction is built with or upon the soil. If the sub grade isn't enough sensible, the complete structure can face failure like cracks. So, the sub grade is often replaced with stronger material so as to improve the strength however this can be not economical. During this project the strength of soil is exaggerated by …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 37–57 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Azadirachta indica Leaf on Crude Oil Contaminated Soils
Abstract: The intention of this research was to ascertain the effectiveness of sun-dried and room-dried Azadirachta indica leaf at varying quantities, in the remediation of sandy and loamy soils contaminated with 100ml of crude oil. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry method was used to test for the physicochemical properties of the materials used for the experiment. The unpolluted loamy soil was observed to contain pH of 6.75, electric conductivity of 10.36µS/cm, Total Oxygen …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 35–45 Read article
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Mushrooms as Bioremediation Agents
Abstract: One of the major ecological issues confronting the world today is the contamination of soil, water and air by toxic chemicals accordingly of industrialization and broad utilization of pesticides in agribusiness. Burning is right now the best and regular remediation practice yet is exorbitant as far as money and energy utilized. A rapid cost effective and biologically capable technique for tidy up is “bioremediation” which uses small scale living beings …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Bioaccumulation, Bioconcentration, and Biomagnification: Justification for Expediting the Clean-up of Contaminated Mangroves in Ogoniland
Abstract: Mangroves, which once served as natural reservoir of beneficial seafood to the inhabitants of ogoniland, an oil-rich community in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, now, pose serious ecological and health risks to the people. Crude oil exploration and exploitation in this region have brought about increased release of harmful chemical substances into these mangrove environments. These chemicals build up in the native flora and fauna associated with the ecosystem …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 45–49 Read article
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Investigation on the Viability and Performance of Justicia Carnea Plant Extracts Treated on Crude Oil Remediation in Loamy Soil
Abstract: This study was carried out to investigate the viability and the performance of Justicia carnea plant extracts treated with direct sunlight and the absence of sunlight on the bioremediation process of crude oil contaminated loamy soils sample obtained from the Otari community in Abua Local Government Area of Rivers State of Nigeria. Total petroleum hydrocarbon degraded, total microbial count, pH, amount of nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium, soil total organic carbon, …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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An Innovative Approach to Improve Cleaning Efficiency of Filter Cake in Gas & Oil Drilling Wells
Abstract: Drilling fluids are the complex fluids used for the drilling of oil and gas wells. The effective completion of an oil and gas well and invention of hydrocarbons from the oil and gas reservoir depends to a significant extent on the properties of drilling fluids selected during drilling operations. Filter cake stick provisionally until it is removed by dissolvers at the last stage of the well drilling. Theoretically the filter …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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ADSORPTION OF POLLUTANTS FROM EXHAUST GAS USING WASTE MATERIAL DERIVED ACTIVATED CARBON
Abstract: The emission of gas from motor vehicle engine causes pollution to the environment. The emission of motor vehicle contains pollutants such as hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of sulfur (SO2), carbon (CO2) and nitrogen (NOx), particulates, etc. In the present work, we prepared an activated carbon from Banana peel. The activated carbon was prepared by carbonizing banana peel in furnace. The resulted carbon was activated by chemical activation with …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article