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Renewable hydrogen production by aqueous-phase reforming of Glycerol using Ni/Al2O3-MgO nano-catalyst: effect of the Ni loading
, Article Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery ; 2020 ; Kazemeini, M ; Sharif University of Technology
Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
2020
Abstract
Aqueous-phase reforming (APR) of oxygenated hydrocarbons for hydrogen production presents several advantages as feed molecules might be easily found in a wide range of biomass; there is no need for its vaporization and the process allows thorough exploitation of the environmental benefits of using hydrogen as an energy carrier. In this contribution, catalysts with active phase Ni supported on Al2O3-MgO were synthesized at different loadings (1, 3, 5, 7, and 10 wt%) through the co-precipitation technique and tested for the Glycerol APR reaction. Effects of the Ni loading on physicochemical characteristics of Ni/Al2O3-MgO catalysts were examined. Moreover, catalytic performance was...
Optimization and Continuous Synthesis of Medicines Utilizing Catalysts Through a Micro-Reactor System
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Kazemeini, Mohammad (Supervisor)
Abstract
In order to fabricate batch and continuous systems to synthesize Pirfenidone (PFD), Solidwork and COMSOL software were used. Effects of parameters on reaction yield including; microreactors, micromixer, solvents, temperature, reaction time, and catalysts were understudied. Moreover, FTIR, NMR and HPLC analyses used to evaluate the prepared PFD. Its yield in microfluidic (30.5 %) was higher than that of batch (17.1 %) reactor. Besides, reaction yield in the presence of DMSO was higher than DMF in both reactors. It was shown that, adding a micromixer enhanced reaction time. leading to a higher PFD yield. Nonetheless, the yield was reduced by enhancing the temperature when DMF was utilized....
Transesterification of canola oil to biodiesel using CaO/Talc nanopowder as a mixed oxide catalyst
, Article Chemical Engineering and Technology ; Volume 40, Issue 10 , 2017 , Pages 1923-1930 ; 09307516 (ISSN) ; Kazemeini, M ; Bastan, F ; Sharif University of Technology
2017
Abstract
A series of heterogeneous catalysts including different molar ratios of CaO/talc was synthesized to study the transesterification reaction of canola oil and methanol under different reaction conditions. Characterization and kinetic results revealed that the activity of this catalyst was enhanced due to the increase of CaO/talc molar ratio value leading to an improvement in the biodiesel production. Moreover, the effect of various parameters on the activity of the undertaken catalysts was studied in order to determine the optimum process conditions. Leaching measurements and the durability of the CaO/talc catalyst under several reaction cycles were evaluated and proved it to be a stable...
Aqueous-phase reforming of glycerol for production of alkanes over Ni/CexZr1-xO2 nano-catalyst: Effects of the support's composition
, Article Renewable Energy ; Volume 108 , 2017 , Pages 417-424 ; 09601481 (ISSN) ; Kazemeini, M ; Larimi, A. S ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier Ltd
2017
Abstract
The aqueous phase reforming (APR) reaction of glycerol considered to be environmentally green. It converted polyols into value added products including; H2 and alkanes. Ni species known for its capability of producing alkane-rich gas under the APR process conditions might be utilized for this purpose. In this research, the conversion of glycerol into alkanes demonstrated using 10wt% Ni/CexZr1-xO2 (with x = 0, 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 and 1) catalysts. In order to better understand the behavior of these materials, they were evaluated physio-chemically through the; XRD, BET, H2-TPR, H2-Chemisorption and TEM analyses. Moreover; performances of the synthesized materials were determined through their...
Alkane Production from Biomass,Using Nano-Heterogeneous Catalysts
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M.Sc. Thesis
Sharif University of Technology
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Kazemeini, Mohammad
(Supervisor)
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Khorasheh, Farhad
(Supervisor)
Abstract
Reduced supplies of fossil fuels worldwide attention to the economic and energy-efficient processes for the production of fuel from renewable sources is diverted.Biomass has the potential shown because it has features such as frequency and is renewable. Because of the high solubility of hydrocarbons derived from biomass in large amounts of water and oxygen, the process is then performed on the aqueous phase is considered. Recent research for the production of alkanes by the deformation of the aqueous phase (Aqueous Phase Reforming) by Catalyst on hydrocarbons derived from biomass, such as glycerol, ethylene glycol, sorbitol, glucose, and etc. has been done. Here is our attempt to use the APR...
Production of renewable hydrogen through aqueous-phase reforming of glycerol over Ni/Al2O3–MgO nano-catalyst
, Article International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ; Volume 43, Issue 2 , 2018 , Pages 614-621 ; 03603199 (ISSN) ; Kazemeini, M ; Larimi, A ; Maleki, H ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier Ltd
2018
Abstract
In this study, a series of Ni nano-catalysts supported on Al2O3 and MgO were prepared through the co-precipitation technique. Effects of the Al/Mg ratio on physicochemical characteristics of Ni/Al2O3–MgO catalysts were examined. Moreover, catalytic performance was investigated in order to determine the optimum catalyst for H2 production in aqueous phase reforming (APR) of glycerol. It was revealed that, the APR activity of synthesized catalysts strongly depended on the aforementioned ratio. In addition, it was observed that, the catalytic activity of Ni/MgO and Ni/Al2O3 samples were both lower than that of the corresponding mixed oxide supports. Furthermore, it was shown that, amongst the...
Control of Quasi-Resonant Converters Using Multiple Model Fusion
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
Nowadays, power electronics converters with pulse width modulation (PWM) are widely used in different power circuits. Operation of semi-conductive switches during on and off conditions causes switching dissipation and consequently decreases the efficiency of the PWMs. Recently, by increasing the required power for power electronics applications, quasi-resonant converters attract attentions. Quasi-resonant converters, by adding resonant circuits to the PWM converters causes the soft switching operation (switching with zero current or voltage) and decreases the energy loss. In conventional control methods of these converters, the nonlinear average circuit model is linearized around the...
Control of Quasi-Resonant Converters Using Model Predictive Control
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
DC-DC switching convertors are power electronic circuits that have various applications nowadays. Quasi-resonant convertors are a kind of these convertors that are of great interest due to their simple structure and soft switching. The goal of controlling these convertors is to achieve constant output voltage while varying the input voltage and the load by choosing a proper switching frequency. Classic controllers show drawbacks in the case of high input voltage and load tolerance, and this nonlinear behavior of the systems results in some practical challenges. In this thesis, nonlinear predictive controller for quasi-resonant Buck convertors is designed. Having designed the linear...
Design of Electrical Drive for Steer-by-Wire Systems
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
Hydraulic steering technology has been used in vehicles for decades. Recently, a trend has been seen towards the use of electronic steer-by-wire systems that provide greater design flexibility by customizing the connection between the steering wheel and the steering mechanism. Steer-by-Wire systems (SbW) offer the potential to enhance steering functionality by enabling features such as automatic lane keeping, park assist, variable steer ratio, and advanced vehicle dynamics control. The lack of a steering intermediate shaft significantly enhances vehicle architectural flexibility. The task of a SbW system is two-fold: turning the steered wheels by tracking the hand wheel (HW) rotation and...
Direct Torque Control of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machine Using Nonlinear Flux Observer
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
Direct Torque Control (DTC) is one of the vector methods to control Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machines (PMSM). In order to achieve an appropriate control in vector control methods, an accurate estimation of flux is indispensable. Flux estimation should be fulfilled in a wide speed range without considerable dependence on motor parameters. Prevalent flux estimation methods are based on integration of stator voltage which is not feasible in low speed, or performed based on assumption of decoupled equations on d and q axis which is not precise for applications with fast dynamic. Different flux estimation methods are investigated in this thesis with the aim of improving the flux estimation in...
Design and Implementation of a Soft Switched Bidirectional Charger for Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) Applications
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
Due to the growing oil price and environmental considerations, tendency to use local and environmentally friendly energy sources has increased.Bidirectional transmission can be one of the key features of the smart grid,so the use of car battery connected to the grid as local energy sources makes sense. This can provide network stability, especially during peak load times. Vehicles connected to grid (V2G) is an electric vehicle or a plug-in hybrid electric vehicles can delivered the electricity to the grid. These systems require either two separate power electronic converters can be used for transmission in either directions or a two-way transfer charger. The aim of this project is to design...
Design and Implementation of a Soft-Switched Multiport Bidirectional Converter
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
In recent years, multiport bidirectional converters have been a center of attention in renewable energy systems. This research focuses on three-port bidirectional converters. First, series resonant bidirectional converter is precisely analyzed. This analysis includes sinusoidal, exact state space and small signal analysis through phasor concept. This converter can work in higher switching frequencies and higher power ratings in comparison with common DAB bidirectional converter due to its inductor impedance cancellation. To increase power rating a three-phase version is proposed which has reduced output filter capacitance. Then, three-port bidirectional resonant converter is proposed and...
Design and Implementation of High Efficient Charger for Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles with Power Factor Correction Feature
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
In this project the novel zero-voltage-switching topology for power factor correction bridgeless boost rectifier is proposed. By employing an improved ZVS pulse-width-modulation (PWM) switch cell, ZVS of all the main switches is achieved without additional current or voltage stress of main switches. Also for the auxiliary switch the zero-current-switching is provided. In all modes of opretion of this converter, the power path is provided by maximum two semiconductor so the conduction loss of converter is low as in conventional converter. With this features the efficiency of proposed converter is very high
Direct Speed Control of Permenant Magnet Synchronous Machine
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
Accurate and fast position controlling is an important issue in today’s industrial needs. Drives used for position control require fast dynamics on speed control. Cascade linear controllers have sluggish response due to bandwidth limitations on speed and current loop. These structures limit the dynamics above all in high power applications where the switching frequency is low. In this thesis, deadbeat direct speed control is proposed, which overcomes limitations by cascade loops resulting in high-speed control dynamics. This approach uses a model of the plant to generate the control signals. According to measured speed and currents, the controller specifies the best voltage vector in order...
Hybrid Modeling and Control of DC-DC Series Resonant Converters for Applications of Wide Range Power
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
The subject of control and stabilization of dc-dc series resonant converter (SRC) is still a challenge in power electronics. The conventional controller design and stability analysis for this converter are based on the model which is derived using the sinusoidal approximation and averaging followed by linearization about an operating point. This model is not applicable to a SRC that operates below resonance especially in discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) because the sinusoidal approximation is no longer acceptable. However, a SRC may be purposely designed to operate in DCM. Therefore, it is essential to investigate the stability analysis and controller design using a more sophisticated...
Wireless Power Transfer System Design using Selected Harmonic for Electric Vehicle Charging
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
Long lasting portable power is an ultimate desire for electronic devices. The limited capacity of the batteries in addition to the heavy weight and extra costs are the main challenges of the batteries for energy storage in large electrical devices like electric vehicles. Wireless Power Transmission (WPT) technology can address these issues by providing online electric power for these portable devices. Furthermore, this technology can supply electric devices especially portable ones by eliminating cables and connectors with more reliability.The current research is focused on optimum design of the wireless power transfer system for electric vehicle charging applications. The optimization of...
Design and Implementation of a High-Efficient High-Power-Density Telecom Battery Charger using Planar Matrix Transformers
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
In creating a telecom battery charger there are three challenging factors which are high power density, high efficiency and modularity. A telecome battery charger consist of a rectifier with power factor correction capability and a DC-DC converter. The power stage of DC-DC converter with high output current and low output voltage has a vital role in the battery charger. The isolation transformer and magnetic component of LLC resonant tank are two huge and heavy parts of the DC-DC converter. With the emergence of GaN and SiC switches pushing frequency to to megahertz is possible which resulted in decreasing the volume of passive divices. But with increasing the frequency, designing of the...
Modeling and Control of LLC Resonant Converter Based on Theories of Hybrid Systems
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
In comparison to pulse width modulation (PWM) converters, the ability of soft switch-ing enables resonant converters to operate at high frequencies, as the result of which these converters enjoy high efficiency, high power density, and low electromagnetic interference (EMI). Among resonant tank topologies, the LLC resonant tank is a very desirable structure, as the LLC resonant converter can operate in boost mode and properly regulate the output voltage under light loads and despite large variations in the input voltage and/or the load. However, there are major modeling issues with resonant converters, since conventional modeling approaches cannot properly model fast dynamics of these...
Control of Three-phase UPS with Nonlinear Load Using Disturbance Observer Considering Transformer Concerns
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
Nowadays, non-linear loads comprise an important part of electrical grids. One of the most essential sources of nonlinear loads is switching power supplies, which mainly include power electronic rectifiers. When power outage occurs, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) must be able to supply these loads. The nonlinearity of the load has a significant effect on the Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of the output voltage, which may not be easily reduced, especially in three-phase inverters. Furthermore, the presence of isolating transformers in these power supplies limits the control of harmonics and intensifies the nonlinear effects of the system.In this Master Thesis, a disturbance observer is...
Design of Soft-Switching Inverter Using Wide Bandgap Transistors for Electric Vehicle
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Tahami, Farzad (Supervisor)
Abstract
The electric vehicle inverter, as one of the most important components of the vehicle, needs to have a high efficiency and also be able to work at high temperatures. Due to passing a large part of the battery power through this part and being one of the components that has the biggest power in an electric vehicle , traction inverter Efficiency has a big impact on the total efficiency of the whole vehicle . By increasing the battery voltage of electric vehicles, in order to achieve a higher charging power, the electric vehicle inverter must be able to withstand a voltage of about 800 volts input .On the other hand, in electric car inverters, the goal is to reach a power density of 100kw / L....