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Energy & Fuels
Kedi Cai, Xueqin Jing, Yuting Zhang, Lan Li, Xiaoshi Lang
Summary: In this study, Al-doped manganese oxide with presetting sodium-ion (NaxMnyAlzO2) was synthesized and combined with Na3V2(PO4)(3) cathode active materials to optimize the electrochemical performances of sodium-ion batteries. The reed-leaves like NaxMnyAlzO2 polynary metal oxide exhibited excellent reversibility and low electrochemical impedance, and showed a specific discharge capacity of 73.76 F g(-1) at 100 mA g(-1) current density.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Nuclear Science & Technology
Danish, Recep Ulucak, Seyfettin Erdogan
Summary: This study utilizes the latest dataset to explore the impacts of nuclear energy on production-based and consumption-based CO2 emissions. The findings suggest that nuclear energy is effective in reducing production-based emissions but does not have an impact on consumption-based emissions related to international trade. Globalization tends to reduce both production-based and demand-based carbon emissions. The study also validates the Environmental Kuznets Curve for both types of CO2 emissions. Practical policy implications can be drawn from these findings regarding nuclear energy and CO2 emissions for selected countries.
NUCLEAR ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Biology
Chuan-Yuan Li
Summary: This review provides an updated summary of recent advances in understanding the non-canonical roles of apoptotic and DNA double-strand break repair factors in various biological processes. The findings suggest that apoptotic caspases and DSB repair factors play important roles beyond their conventional functions, such as in carcinogenesis, wound healing, and cancer stem cell generation. These findings will likely stimulate further research in this rapidly evolving field.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RADIATION BIOLOGY
(2023)
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Energy & Fuels
Yonghong Xu, Xia Chen, Hongguang Zhang, Fubin Yang, Liang Tong, Yifan Yang, Dong Yan, Anren Yang, Mingzhe Yu, Zhuxian Liu, Yan Wang
Summary: An algorithm for joint estimation of SOC and SOH is proposed in this paper, using particle filter and second-order equivalent circuit model to online identify parameters. The effectiveness and robustness of the algorithm are validated through experiments.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Energy & Fuels
Olusola Bamisile, Ariyo Oluwasanmi, Chukwuebuka Ejiyi, Nasser Yimen, Sandra Obiora, Qi Huang
Summary: This study compares the predictive performance of machine learning and deep learning models for solar radiation prediction, showing that deep learning models have better accuracy in predicting GSR and DSR. However, machine learning models have shorter training and testing times, making them more suitable for low computational applications. Among all models developed in this study, the application of RNN for GSR prediction in Yobe had the best overall performance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jamila S. Alzahrani, Z. A. Alrowaili, Canel Eke, Zakaria M. M. Mahmoud, C. Mutuwong, M. S. Al-Buriahi
Summary: This paper presents an extensive evaluation of the nuclear shielding features of Ni-, Fe-, Pb-, and W-based alloys using FLUKA simulations and XCOM nuclear database. The findings show that FLUKA is an accurate technique for developing new alloys for shielding applications in nuclear sites. The radiation protection efficiency varies for different alloys at 0.284 MeV, while the neutron cross sections of the studied alloys are similar, with no significant variation with chemical compositions.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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Nuclear Science & Technology
Mohanad S. Eid, I. I. Bondouk, Hosam M. Saleh, Khaled M. Omar, M. Sayyed, Ahmed M. El-Khatib, Mohamed Elsafi
Summary: The aim of this study is to investigate the radiation shielding properties of cement samples incorporating waste glass. The mass attenuation coefficient of the samples was determined experimentally and theoretically, and the results were compared to evaluate their accuracy. Mechanical properties and thermogravimetric analysis of the samples were also conducted. The study concluded that the cement sample with 50% waste glass has the highest potential for radiation shielding and provides an effective method for waste glass reuse.
NUCLEAR ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
H. A. Saudi, Hesham M. H. Zakaly, Shams A. M. Issa, H. O. Tekin, M. M. Hessien, Y. S. Rammah, A. M. A. Henaish
Summary: The impact of different Ce concentrations on glasses was studied, with BCe-10 glass showing the best photon shielding effect. The experiments also revealed the significance of B2O3 glasses in various technologies and their potential as radiation shielding materials.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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Biology
Houda Kacem, Aymeric Almeida, Nicolas Cherbuin, Marie-Catherine Vozenin
Summary: Research on delivering radiation at ultra-high dose rates (UHDRs) has gained interest in the radiation sciences, particularly due to the promising FLASH effect observed. The potential clinical implications of FLASH radiotherapy (FLASH-RT) are significant, as it could enhance treatment efficacy while minimizing toxicity. Pioneering research teams are now investigating the mechanisms and clinical translation of the FLASH effect in order to advance this new field of study.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RADIATION BIOLOGY
(2022)
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Biology
Zhongli Cai, Noor Al-saden, Constantine J. Georgiou, Raymond M. Reilly
Summary: The reliability of modeling cellular S-values for AE emitters and their relative dose deposition in subcellular targets were examined using MCNP6. Results showed that Hg-197 and Hg-197m deposit two-fold more doses than In-111 at the subcellular scale. All AE emitters deposit a higher self-dose in cellular and nuclear membranes compared to the nucleus.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RADIATION BIOLOGY
(2023)
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Energy & Fuels
Seyedvahid Vakili, Aykut Olcer, Alessandro Schonborn, Fabio Ballini, Anh Tuan Hoang
Summary: The aim of this study is to improve energy efficiency and reduce air emissions in the shipbuilding industry through the development of an energy-management framework. A multiple criteria decision-making approach was used, and case studies were conducted in shipyards in Bangladesh and Italy.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Nuclear Science & Technology
Ferdi Akman, H. Ogul, I Ozkan, M. R. Kacal, O. Agar, H. Polat, K. Dilsiz
Summary: This study investigates the photon attenuation parameters and electromagnetic shielding effectiveness of a novel polymer composite with niobium reinforcement. The results show that the Nb(15%) polymer composite has the highest absorption capacity for ionizing and non-ionizing radiations.
NUCLEAR ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Energy & Fuels
Yu Guo, Peng Yu, Chao Zhu, Kun Zhao, Licheng Wang, Kai Wang
Summary: This paper proposes a SOH estimation method based on the double bi-directional long short-term memory (DBiLSTM) model, which can accurately estimate recovered capacity and improve the accuracy of SOH estimation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Delnia Sadeghi, Nima Amiri, Mousa Marzband, Abdullah Abusorrah, Khaled Sedraoui
Summary: This article proposes a design and optimization method for the sizing of hybrid renewable energy systems (HRESs) with power-sharing capabilities using electric vehicles (EVs). Two case studies are conducted to compare the simulation results with and without EVs, and it is found that the use of EVs significantly reduces the total cost of the system, with the multi-objective particle swarm optimization (MOPSO) performing better than the multi-objective crow search (MOCS).
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Longxing Wu, Hui Pang, Yuanfei Geng, Xiaofei Liu, Jiahao Liu, Kai Liu
Summary: This paper proposes a low-complexity SOC and anode potential prediction method for LIBs using a simplified electrochemical model (SEM)-based observer under variable load condition. The effectiveness of the proposed method is assessed by combining data collected by experiment and COMOSL simulation, showing a good balance between accuracy and computation cost.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Fatih Selimefendigil, Ceylin Sirin
Summary: The study investigates the impact of utilizing nano-enhanced thermal energy storage unit on the performance of a greenhouse dryer, comparing different types of greenhouse dryers. Results show that utilizing nano-enhanced modification significantly reduces drying time and improves energy efficiency.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Iskender Akkurt, Roya Boodaghi Malidarre
Summary: The present study investigates the radiation shielding, physical, structural, and mechanical qualities of different types of marble concrete using FLUKA code, Phy-X/PSD software, and analytical method. The results show that MC25%, the thinnest type, is needed to reduce the initial intensity to half, requiring less volume of shielding material. MC10% exhibits the highest Energy Absorption Buildup Factor (EABF) and Exposure Buildup Factor (EBF) at 40 mfp. Moreover, the Transmission Factor (TF) of the marble concrete samples reveals a decrease in efficiency as energy increases. The Makishima-Mackenzie Model (MMM) is used to evaluate the structural and mechanical properties of the selected shielding materials, showing a decrease in elastic moduli from MC0% to MC25%, with the highest values of mechanical moduli requiring the highest values of bond dissociation energy (Gt).
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Khalid Almutairi, Seyyed Jalaladdin Hosseini Dehshiri, Seyyed Shahabaddin Hosseini Dehshiri, Ali Mostafaeipour, Ao Xuan Hoa, Kuaanan Techato
Summary: Iran is grappling with energy supply challenges due to population growth and industrial development, prompting the need for increased investment in renewable energy sources. A study utilizing SWOT analysis, multicriteria decision-making approaches, and game theory identified the best renewable energy development plans for the country, emphasizing the importance of environmental impact, resource potential, and power generation cost. The combination of high-efficiency wind and solar technologies, along with energy storage methods, was identified as the optimal strategy for renewable energy development in Iran.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
A. S. Abouhaswa, F. I. El-Agawany, Emad M. Ahmed, Y. S. Rammah
Summary: Barium boro-vanadate glasses were fabricated and their physical, optical, magnetic characteristics, and ionizing radiation resistance were investigated. The results showed that the stability of the glass samples decreased with the increasing V2O5 content, the optical band gap varied with V2O5 content, and the magnetic characteristics reached a maximum value at V2O5 concentration of 2 mol%. The linear attenuation coefficient, MFP, and HVL also changed with V2O5 concentration.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Ahmed Sajid, Erum Pervaiz, Hatim Ali, Tayyaba Noor, Mutawara Mahmood Baig
Summary: The commercialization of fuel cell technology, which is a green way to produce electricity, faces challenges such as high manufacturing costs and system instability. To address these issues, research is being conducted on the development of novel and inexpensive materials for fuel cells' electrodes and electrolytes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
