Advanced Energy Technologies
A Study on the Kinetics and Effects of three Combustion Fuels on Retort Carbonization of Corn Husk and Cob

Mubarak A. Amoloye; Sulyman A. Abdulkareem; Adewale George Adeniyi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 30 July 2023

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2023.387471.1557

Abstract
  The drive to move away from fossil fuels and related products has drawn significant attention to biomass and biomass-related products in recent times. This study reports the effect of three forest biomass sources namely acacia auriculiformis, terminalia randii, and delonix regia as combustion fuels in ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
A Comprehensive Review of the Multidimensional Nanostructural Properties of Graphene Carbon Nitride as a Supercapacitor Electrode

Mahdi Saadati pour; Mona Zamani Pedram

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 13 January 2024

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2024.421225.1712

Abstract
  This abstract offers a comprehensive review of recent advancements in Graphene Carbon Nitride (GCN) as a highly promising electrode material for supercapacitors. GCN boasts exceptional advantages, including abundant availability, a metal-free composition, high nitrogen content, and remarkable environmental ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
A Comprehensive Review of Most Competitive Maximum Power Point Tracking Techniques for Enhanced Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation

Hassan Z. Al Garni; Arunachalam Sundaram; Anjali Awasthi; Rahul Chandel; Salwan Tajjour; Shyam Singh Chandel

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 19 February 2024

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2024.408699.1638

Abstract
  A major design challenge for a grid-integrated photovoltaic power plant is to generate maximum power under varying loads, irradiance, and outdoor climatic conditions using competitive algorithm-based controllers. The objective of this study is to review experimentally validated advanced maximum power ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Experimental Investigations into Effective Parameters for Improvement of Current Density in Microbial Fuel Cells

Mina Bahraminasab; Hamed Moqtaderi; Atiyeh Kiaeinejad

Volume 11, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 1-11

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.357225.1435

Abstract
  Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs) represent an environmentally-friendly approach to generating electricity, but the need to study variation parameters to find improvement conditions has been an important challenge for decades. In this study, a single-chamber MFC was designed to investigate the key parameters ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Enhancing Car Battery Energy Efficiency with Phase Change Material Nanocomposites: A Concise Review

Mohamad Shafagati; Aziz Babapoor; MohammadAli Bamdezh

Volume 11, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 74-88

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2023.388891.1563

Abstract
  This article investigates the utilization of thermal management systems for electric car applications and their optimization through the incorporation of phase change materials (PCMs) and nanoparticles (NPs). In recent years, with the expansion of the automobile sector and the introduction of electric ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Thermal Characterization of Eicosane/Graphite Nano-Composite-Based Phase Change Material

Ala Moradi; Hajar Es-haghi; Seyed Hassan Hashemabadi; Majid Haghgoo; Zahra Emami

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2023, , Pages 14-21

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2023.362050.1454

Abstract
  Phase Change Materials (PCMs) have received much consideration as thermal energy storage systems due to their high storage capacity. However, their heat transfer rate is limited because of the low thermal conductivity. Incorporating of carbon-based nanoparticles into the matrix of PCMs with good dispersion ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Experimental Study of Phase Change Process of the Paraffin as a PCM with Copper Foam and Iron Wool

Mohammad Saleh Barghi Jahromi; Vali Kalantar; Mohammad Sefid; Masoud Iranmanesh; Hadi Samimi Akhijahani

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2023, , Pages 59-65

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2023.365995.1483

Abstract
  Paraffin waxes are widely used as commercial organic heat storage phase changes (PCM) for many applications due to their suitable properties. Significant heat from fusion, nonpoisonous and stable properties, no phase separation, and the phase process result in a small volume change. Meanwhile, they are ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Techno-Environmental Analysis of Hybrid Energy System for Offshore Oil Rig Black Start

Abraham Olatide Amole; Adebimpe Oluwaseun Adeyeye; Daniel Oluwaseun Akinyele; Kehinde Adeleye Makinde; Stephen Oladipo

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2023, , Pages 66-77

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.350408.1402

Abstract
  The use of Diesel Generators (DGs) and gas turbines to power oil rigs is characterized by pollution due to the emission of harmful gases like carbon dioxide, very high noise levels, high maintenance costs, and the inability to start the platform if the DG fails. Offshore wind energy generation system ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Application of Thermal Energy Accumulators Based on Paraffin Phase Change Materials in Convective-Vacuum Impulsive Drying Units: A Brief-Focused Overview of Characteristics and Thermal Conductivity Enhancement Techniques

Mohammed Ali Sami Mahmood; Rodionov Yuriy Viktorovich; Shchegolkov Alexandr Viktorovich

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2023, , Pages 99-106

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2023.370842.1501

Abstract
  Researchers worldwide are studying thermal energy storage with phase change materials because of their substantial benefits in the enhancement of energy efficiency of thermal drying systems. A two-stage convective-vacuum impulsive drying plant is a technology for the manufacturing of chemical and food ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Predicting Solar Power Generation Based on the Combination of Meteorological Parameters in Iran: Neural Networks Approach

Abbas Ahmadi; Mahsa Zaman; Siab Mamipour

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2023, , Pages 131-145

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2023.363386.1461

Abstract
  Clean solar energy is one of the best sources of energy. Solar power plants can generate electricity in Iran due to their large number of sunny days. This paper presents a short-term forecasting approach based on artificial neural networks (ANNs) for selected solar power plants in Iran and ranks the ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Thermal Investigation of Single Slope Solar Still by Using Energy Storage Material

Subramanian Kumaravel; Nagaraj MeenakshiSunadaram; Govindarajan Bharathiraja

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2023, , Pages 156-162

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2023.376724.1518

Abstract
  In this research, a piece of copper scrap was placed in the 1m × 1m base of a single-slope solar still. An automated system steadily dripped salt water into the basin of the solar still. The experiment utilized dripping salt water and energy storage materials such as copper and brass scrap. Research ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Optimal Location and Sizing of Wind Turbines and Photovoltaic Cells in the Grid for Load Supply Using Improved Genetic Algorithm

Ming Hung Lin; Juin Hung Lin; Mamdouh El Haj Assad; Reza Alayi; Seyed Reza Seyednouri

Volume 10, Issue 2 , May 2023, , Pages 9-18

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.327250.1321

Abstract
  The optimal combination of distributed generation units in recent years has been designed to improve the reliability of distributed generation systems as well as to reduce losses in electrical distribution systems. In this research, the improved Genetic Algorithm has been proposed as a powerful optimization ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
An optimal master-slave model for stochastic planning of AC-DC hybrid distribution systems

Zeinab Sabzian-Molaee; Esmaeel Rokrok; Meysam Doostizadeh

Volume 10, Issue 2 , May 2023, , Pages 27-38

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.323167.1309

Abstract
  In this study, a novel stochastic planning method is proposed for AC-DC hybrid distribution networks. The proposed approach is based on the graph theory, and the optimal AC-DC structure of the network is selected among the system spanning trees. The presented method is a Mixed Integer Nonlinear Programming ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Investigation of the enhancement of thermophysical properties of new combinations of MWCNTs with several PCMs consisting of a type of paraffin in comparison with some mineral compounds (AN-MN-6H2O)

Seyed Amir Hassan Bathaei; Masoud Iranmanesh; Hossein Amiri; Hajir Kourki

Volume 10, Issue 2 , May 2023, , Pages 45-55

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.339549.1363

Abstract
  Thermal Energy Storage (TES) for solar thermal systems has attracted great attention because of the intermittent availability of solar energy. In the current paper, new combinations of several Phase Change Materials (PCMs) including a type of paraffin and some mineral compounds like ammonium nitrate ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Potential for Battery Energy Storage System in Zimbabwe

Allen G. Njovana; Wenying Yu; Qiying Shen; Jiarui Li; Yanyan Zhu; Yongsheng Liu

Volume 10, Issue 1 , January 2023, , Pages 34-42

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.294957.1230

Abstract
  This study aims to assess the potential of coupling solar PV power plants with Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to curtail load-shedding and provide a stable and reliable baseload power generation in Zimbabwe. Data from geographical surveys, power plant proposals, and investment information from ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
A Brief Overview of Microgrid Performance Improvements Using Distributed FACTS Devices

Ghazanfar Shahgholian

Volume 10, Issue 1 , January 2023, , Pages 43-58

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.321435.1305

Abstract
  Distributed flexible ac transmission system (D-FACTS) is a light-weight version of FACTS, which it is easily allocated and costs less than flexible ac transmission system (FACTS) devices. They have potential benefits to improve the system stability and improvement in power quality in microgrid (MG). ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Improving the Efficiency of a Cantilever Energy Scavenger

Mohammad Rahimzadeh; Hamid Samadi; Nikta Shams Mohammadi

Volume 10, Issue 1 , January 2023, , Pages 59-67

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.320113.1300

Abstract
  Energy harvesting from ambient vibrations using piezoelectric cantilevers is one of the most popular mechanisms for producing electrical energy. Recently, efforts have been made to improve the performance of energy harvesters. The output voltage dramatically depends on the geometrical and physical parameters ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Investigation of a Set of Novel Heat Exchanger Configurations of a Heat Recovery Steam Generator to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Combined Cycle Power Plant

Mohammad Rasooli Mavini; Hassan Ali Ozgoli; Sadegh Safari

Volume 10, Issue 1 , January 2023, , Pages 68-82

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.326260.1317

Abstract
  In this study, various configurations design of a Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) are examined to enhance energy efficiency of a Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP). A novel approach is used to investigate ten applicable configurations of a dual pressure Heat Recovery Steam Generator HRSG thoroughly ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Development of a Solar Energy Operated Weeder for Wetland Paddy Crop

Gunasagar Sahu; Hifjur Raheman

Volume 9, Issue 4 , December 2022, , Pages 10-20

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.304080.1255

Abstract
  A solar energy operated two-row weeder was developed for weeding in wetland paddy crop. Its major components are power source, power transmission system, weeding wheels, and a float. The power source comprised a DC motor, solar panel, and power storage unit with maximum power point tracker and motor ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
The Problem of Resilient Stochastic Unit Commitment with Consideration of Existing Uncertainties Using the Rate of Change of Frequency

Moslem Geravandi; Hassan Moradi CheshmehBeigi

Volume 9, Issue 4 , December 2022, , Pages 34-47

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.306473.1262

Abstract
  The ability of power systems against severe events shows their increased resilience, which in turn reduces the operation costs and recovery time of the system. This study presents a new resilient stochastic unit commitment model using the frequency change rate as a new index of system resilience. Furthermore, ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
DC Microgrid Voltage Stability Through Inertia Enhancement Using a Bidirectional DC-DC Converter

Shokoofeh Bagheri; Hassan Moradi CheshmehBeigi

Volume 9, Issue 3 , September 2022, , Pages 32-44

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.298032.1233

Abstract
  Today, the presence of energy storage systems along with the alternative nature of renewable energy sources has become undeniable and one of these types of systems is battery energy storage systems. The most important factor in studying the stability of DC microgrids (DCMGs) is the stabilization of the ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
A New Approach Based on RTV/SiO2 Nano coating to Tackling Environmental Pollution on Electrical Energy Distributions

Ashkan Zolriasatein; Zahra RajabiMashhadi; Majid Rezaei Abadchi; Nastaran Riahi Noori; Siamak Abyazi

Volume 9, Issue 3 , September 2022, , Pages 45-51

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.299858.1244

Abstract
  The crisis of contamination that leads to the accumulation of dust particles on insulation equipment and electrical insulators has disrupted the electricity grid. Electric discharge on infected insulators in wet conditions is a serious threat to the reliability of the grid, which can lead to grid failure ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
The Influence of Research and Development Activities and NanoFab Centers on Product Development in Nanotechnology: Focusing on Solar Thermal Energy and Photovoltaic Technology

Amrollah Dehghani Sanij; Taghi Torabi; Abbas khamseh; Alireza Boushehri

Volume 9, Issue 3 , September 2022, , Pages 87-100

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.292097.1222

Abstract
  This research aims to determine the influence of fundamental, applied, developmental research and Nanofabrication (NanoFab) centers on the final outcomes achieved by research and development activities, implying product development and value creation in nanotechnology. Data were collected through library ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Multi-Criteria Analysis of Biogas Feed Fuel Cell-Based Electricity Generation: Economic and Environmental Factors

Shafini Mohd Shafie; Zakirah Othman; A. Harits Nu'man; Nik Nurul Anis Nik Yusuf

Volume 9, Issue 3 , September 2022, , Pages 101-104

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2022.317755.1292

Abstract
  Penetration of renewable energy in the energy generation mix must be viewed from different angles. This issue shall not only cover the technological part, but also economic, environmental, and social criteria. The fuel cell provides huge potential with less reliance on fossil fuel-based electricity generation. ...  Read More

Advanced Energy Technologies
Analytical Approach to Exploring the Missing Data Behavior in Smart Home Energy Consumption Dataset

Purna Prakash Kasaraneni; Pavan Kumar Yellapragada Venkata

Volume 9, Issue 2 , May 2022, , Pages 37-48

https://doi.org/10.30501/jree.2021.313536.1277

Abstract
  Smart homes are considered to be the subset of smart grids that have gained widespread popularity and significance in the present energy sector. These homes are usually equipped with different kinds of sensors that communicate between appliances and the metering infrastructure to monitor and trace the ...  Read More