Advanced Energy Technologies
Multi-Response Optimization of Tubular Microbial Fuel Cells Using Response Surface Methodology (RSM)

Maryam Keshavarz; Davod Mohebbi-Kalhori; Vajihe Yousefi

Volume 9, Issue 2 , May 2022, , Pages 49-58

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.290677.1218

Abstract
  Response surface methodology is employed to statistically identify the significance of three parameters of separator assembly arrangement, wastewater flow rate, and relative flow patterns of anode and cathode influencing the generation of power and coulombic efficiency of Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs). ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Reduction of Low Frequency Oscillations Using an Enhanced Power System Stabilizer via Linear Parameter Varying Approach

Vahid Nazari; Mohammad Hossein Mousavi; Hassan Moradi CheshmehBeigi

Volume 9, Issue 2 , May 2022, , Pages 59-74

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.306909.1265

Abstract
  Over the past decades, power engineers have begun to connect power grids to other networks such as microgrids associated with renewable units using long transmission lines to provide higher reliability and greater efficiency in production and distribution besides saving resources. However, many dynamic ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Sustainability and Environmental Impact of Hydroxy Addition on a Light-Duty Generator Powered with an Ethanol–Gasoline Blend

Padmanabhan Sambandam; Parthasarathy Murugesan; Mohamed Iqbal Shajahan; Balaguru Sethuraman; Hussein Mohamed Abdelmoneam Hussein

Volume 9, Issue 2 , May 2022, , Pages 82-92

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.299136.1241

Abstract
  Environmental sustainability encompasses various problems including climate change, clean air, renewable energy, non-toxic environments, and capacity to live in a healthy community. Many researchers focus their attention on alternative energy sources, such as ethanol and hydroxy gas, to enhance environmental ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Surface Modification of Copper Current Collector to Improve the Mechanical and Electrochemical Properties of Graphite Anode in Lithium-Ion Battery

Mohsen Babaiee; Mohammad Zarei-Jelyani; Shaghayegh Baktashian; Rahim Eqra

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2022, , Pages 63-69

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.290435.1219

Abstract
  A mechanical technique was applied to the copper current collector of lithium-ion battery anode to improve interface adhesion between Cu foil and anode film. The mechanical and electrochemical performances of graphite anodes coated on Bare Cu Foil (BCF) and Modified Cu Foil (MCF) were evaluated. The ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Performance Enhancement of Deep Violet InGaN Double Quantum Wells Laser Diodes with Quaternary Superlattice Barriers Structure

Ghasem Alahyarizadeh; Maryam Amirhoseiny; Majid Khorsandi

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2022, , Pages 106-111

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.300112.1246

Abstract
  The performance characteristics of InGaN Double-Quantum-Well (DQW) Laser Diodes (LDs) with different barrier structures were studied numerically by Integrated System Engineering Technical Computer-Aided Design (ISE TCAD) software. Three different kinds of structures of barriers including quaternary AlInGaN ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Green Synthesis of Heteroatom Doped Graphene from Natural and Chemical Precursors for Oxygen Reduction Reaction

Sedigheh Sadegh Hassani; Leila Samiee

Volume 8, Issue 4 , October 2021, , Pages 1-11

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.255422.1157

Abstract
  In the present work, natural biomass and chemical materials were applied as the heteroatom resources for modifying the Porous Graphene (PG) structure by pyrolysis method at 900 ºC. The physical and chemical characterizatons were performed by means of Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Brunauer–Emmett–Teller ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Production of Hydrogen Via Renewable Energy and Investigation of Water Molecular Changes During Electrolysis Process

Iessa Sabbe Moosa; Hussein A Kazem; Laila Masoud Rashid Al-Iessi

Volume 8, Issue 4 , October 2021, , Pages 19-28

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.260034.1167

Abstract
  Studies on renewable energy are essential topics that help find new energy sources to replace fossil sources and promote environment friendliness. Hydrogen is the most practical alternative energy carrier source that meets the mentioned purposes. The mass of hydrogen element in the Earth's water was ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Performance Analysis of a Novel Compressed Carbon Dioxide Storage Model Integrated with Solar Energy

Samira Jafari; Mehran Ameri Mahabadi

Volume 8, Issue 4 , October 2021, , Pages 90-100

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.272790.1188

Abstract
  As a result of growing energy demand, shortage of fossil fuel resources, climate change, and environmental protection, the need for renewable energy sources has been growing rapidly. However, there is an urgent need to cope with intermittency and fluctuation of renewable energies. Various energy storage ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Thermodynamic Investigation of a Trigeneration ORC Based System Driven by Condensing Boiler Hot Water Heat Source Using Different Working Fluids

Iraj Mirzaee; Aref Razmjoo; Nader Pourmahmoud

Volume 8, Issue 4 , October 2021, , Pages 108-115

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.273786.1191

Abstract
  This study conducts thermodynamic analysis on three trigeneration cycles including Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC), Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) cold energy, and absorption refrigeration cycle in order to select appropriate working fluids. Different types of ORC cycles including simple ORC, regenerative, ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Effects of PCM Mass on Heat Dynamics and Thermal Performance of Solar Air Heaters: A Numerical and Analytical Study

Ehsan Hasan Zaim; Hadi Farzan

Volume 8, Issue 3 , July 2021, , Pages 45-53

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.259570.1169

Abstract
  Utilizing thermal storage units such as Phase Change Materials (PCMs) is a suitable approach to improving Solar Air Heaters (SAHs). The present study tries to assess the effects of PCM mass values on the heat dynamics and thermal performance of SAHs. To this aim, an analytical thermodynamic model was ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Assessment of Optimum Renewable Energy System for the Somalia–Turkish Training and Research Hospital in Mogadishu

Sibel Dursun; Ercan Aykut; Bahtiyar Dursun

Volume 8, Issue 3 , July 2021, , Pages 54-67

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.245232.1140

Abstract
  Somalia–Turkish Training and Research Hospital in Mogadishu, is only powered by diesel generator currently. In this paper, the energy demand of this hospital is utilized by determining the optimum hybrid renewable energy generating system. By HOMER, a sensitivity analysis has been made with emphasis ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Optimization of Pyrolysis Temperature and Particle Size on the Phenols and Hemicellulose Fast Pyrolysis Products in a Tandem Micro-Pyrolyzer

Payam Ghorbannezhad; Maryam Abbasi

Volume 8, Issue 3 , July 2021, , Pages 68-74

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.255248.1155

Abstract
  Fast pyrolysis of sugarcane bagasse was investigated in a tandem micro-pyrolyzer. The effects of temperature and particle size on the phenolic compounds and hemicellulose products distribution were examined during fast pyrolysis process. For this, changes in the micro-reactor parameters were made (particle ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
The Effect of Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell Configuration Changing from Straight to Cylindrical State on Performance and Mass Transport: Numerical Procedure

Tuhid Pashaee Golmarz; Sajadollah Rezazadeh; Maryam Yaldagard; Narmin Bagherzadeh

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2021, , Pages 39-53

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.253825.1152

Abstract
  In the present work, a Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) as a three-dimensional and single phase was studied. Computational fluid dynamics and finite volume technique were employed to discretize and solve a single set of flow fields and electricity governing equations. The obtained numerical ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
A Factorial Study of the Effect of Rhamnolipid and Stirring on the Electricity Production, Desalination, and Wastewater Treatment Efficiencies of a Five-Chamber Microbial Desalination Cell

Abubakari Zarouk Imoro; Moses Mensah; Richard Buamah

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2021, , Pages 54-60

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.243765.1137

Abstract
  This study was conducted to improve the voltage production, desalination, and COD removal efficiencies of a five-chamber Microbial Desalination Cell (MDC). To do this, rhamnolipid was added to anolytes only and catholytes stirred to determine the effects of these factors on the MDC activity. This was ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Evaluation a Hybrid Passive Cooling System for a Building Using Experimental and Commercial Software (Design Builder)

Mahnoosh Eghtedari; Abbas Mahravan

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2021, , Pages 74-80

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.239940.1131

Abstract
  Increasing fossil fuel consumption in the building, especially in the air-conditioning sector, has increased environmental pollution and global warming. In this research, a zero-energy passive system was designed to ventilate the building and provide comfortable conditions for people in the summer. A ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Hydrogen Recovery in an Industrial Chlor-Alkali Plant Using Alkaline Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Boiler Techniques: Techno-Economic Assessment and Emission Estimation

Leila Samiee; Fatemeh Goodarzvand-Chegini; Esmaeil Ghasemikafrudi; Kazem Kashefi

Volume 8, Issue 1 , January 2021, , Pages 49-57

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.236413.1124

Abstract
  Some chemical processes, like the chlor-alkali industry, produce a considerable amount of hydrogen as by-product, which is wasted and vented to the atmosphere. Hydrogen waste can be recovered and utilized as a significant clean energy resource in the processes. This paper describes the thermodynamic ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Investigation of the Synergism Effect and Electrocatalytic Activities of Pt and Ru Nanoparticles Supported on the Carbon Aerogel-Carbon Nanotube (CA-CNT) for Methanol Oxidation Reaction (MOR)

Masoumeh Javaheri; Noushin Salman Tabrizi; Amir Rafizadeh

Volume 7, Issue 4 , October 2020, , Pages 50-55

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.234091.1116

Abstract
  Given that the catalyst and catalyst support properties have a key role to play in the electrochemical activity of fuel cells, in this research, the synergism effect of Pt and Ru nanoparticles reduced on catalyst support [synthesized Carbon Aerogel-Carbon Nanotube (CA-CNT)] was investigated. The catalyst ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
An Overview of Hydroelectric Power Plant: Operation, Modeling, and Control

Ghazanfar Shahgholian

Volume 7, Issue 3 , July 2020, , Pages 14-28

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.221567.1087

Abstract
  Renewable energy provides twenty percent of electricity generation worldwide. Hydroelectric power is the cheapest way to generate electricity today. It is a renewable source of energy and provides almost one-fifth of electricity in the world. Also, it generates electricity using a renewable natural resource ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Energy Simulation and Management of the Main Building Component Materials Using Comparative Analysis in a Mild Climate Zone

Nima Amani

Volume 7, Issue 3 , July 2020, , Pages 29-46

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.227079.1101

Abstract
  Must limited energy resources and the need for energy saving make the design of buildings more efficient in terms of energy consumption. For this reason, proper orientation of buildings, use of sunlight, natural ventilation, application of consumable materials are factors that help reduce heat and cooling ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Quantification of Thermal Energy Performance Improvement for Building Integrated Photovoltaic Double-Skin Façade Using Analytical Method

Mahdi Shakouri; Alireza Noorpoor; Hossein Ghadamian

Volume 7, Issue 3 , July 2020, , Pages 56-66

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.228559.1105

Abstract
  This study presents an analytical method for quantifying the improvement of thermal energy performance of a building integrated photovoltaic double-skin façade. The system was suggested as a retrofit measure for an existing building in Tehran. The effect of thermal performance was analyzed through ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
A Review of Application of Experimental Design Techniques Related to Dark Fermentative Hydrogen Production

Fatemeh Boshagh; Khosrow Rostami

Volume 7, Issue 2 , April 2020, , Pages 27-42

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.106767

Abstract
  The current review purpose is to present a general overview of different experimental design methods that are applied to investigate the effect of key factors on dark fermentation and are efficient in predicting the experimental data for biological hydrogen production. The methods of two levels full ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Electrochemical Modeling and Techno-Economic Analysis of Solid Oxide Fuel Cell for Residential Applications

Sadegh Safari; Hassan Ali Ozgoli

Volume 7, Issue 1 , February 2020, , Pages 40-50

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2020.105451

Abstract
  In this paper, an electrochemical model was developed to investigate the performance analysis of a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC). The curves of voltage, power, efficiency, and the generated heat of cell have been analyzed to accomplish a set of optimal operating conditions. Further, a sensitivity analysis ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Thermochemical Heat Storage Properties of Co3O4-X wt % Al2O3 and Co3O4-X wt % Y2O3 Composites (X=1, 2, 5, 8, 10)

Azin Hasanvand; Mehdi Pourabdoli; Ahmad Ghaderi Hamidi

Volume 6, Issue 4 , October 2019, , Pages 27-34

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2019.102483

Abstract
  The effect of Al2O3 (1-10 wt %) and Y2O3 (1-10 wt %) additions on thermochemical heat storage properties of Co3O4/CoO system was investigated by thermogravimetry, XRD, and SEM analyses. Results showed that the addition of Al2O3 to Co3O4 at constant 8 h mechanical activation improved the redox cycle stability ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Numerical Investigation of Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell Performance Enhancement by Geometrical Configuration Changing

Haleh Sadeghi; Iraj Mirzaei; Shahram Khalilaria; Sajad Rezazadeh; Mojtaba Rasouli Gareveran

Volume 6, Issue 4 , October 2019, , Pages 41-48

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2019.102828

Abstract
  Among the renewable energy systems, fuel cells are of special significance about which more investigation is required. The principal goal of the present study is considering the effect of the geometry change on the fuel cell's performance. In this paper, a three-dimensional model of proton exchange membrane ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Implementation of Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (Anfis) for Performance Prediction of Fuel Cell Parameters

Ali Mostafaeipour; Mojtaba Qolipour; Hossein Goudarzi; Mehdi Jahangiri; Amir-Mohammad Golmohammadi; Mostafa Rezaei; Alireza Goli; Ladan Sadeghikhorami; Ali Sadeghi Sedeh; Seyad Rashid Khalifeh Soltani

Volume 6, Issue 3 , July 2019, , Pages 7-15

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2019.98989

Abstract
  Fuel cells are potential candidates for storing energy in many applications; however, their implementation is limited due to poor efficiency and high initial and operating costs. The purpose of this research is to find the most influential fuel cell parameters by applying the adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference ...  Read More