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A Quasi-Three-Dimensional Multiscale Model for Two-Phase Simulation of Multi-Stream Plate-Fin Heat Exchangers
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Saeedi, Mohammad Hassan (Supervisor) ; Kazemzadeh Hannani, Siamak (Co-Supervisor) ; Mafi, Mostafa (Co-Supervisor)
Abstract
The present thesis aimed to develop a thermal-hydraulic model for simulation of multi-stream plate-fin heat exchangers. In this study, a multi-scale point of view was employed for three-dimensional simulation of multi-stream plate-fin heat exchangers. This is a cost-effective method that reflects the effects of complex phenomena at the micro-scale in the macro-scale model. In this model, fluid and solid matrix temperature distributions were obtained in the three-dimensional space, considering conduction heat transfer through separating plates, side plates, cap plates, and transverse conduction through fins. The modular form of the model has facilitated layer-by-layer simulation of parallel...
Determine oil content in petroleum waxes
, Article Hydrocarbon Processing ; Volume 85, Issue 6 , 2006 , Pages 95-97 ; 00188190 (ISSN) ; Yazdani, F ; Farhadi, F ; Sharif University of Technology
2006
STATCOM System Cooling Optimization
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Rajabi Qahnuyeh, Abbas (Supervisor)
Abstract
Today's electric power industry is unthinkable without high-power electronic converters. Statcom is one of the critical equipment; which is known for its quick response in reactive power compensation/supply. Losses in a high-power system are considerable. Most of these losses are caused by switching. In a conventional system, the cooling system is used only to control the temperature and stable operation of the switches. In this project, an attempt is made to evaluate the temperature of the outlet fluid for use in the Rankine cycle with organic materials by modeling the heat-generating parts in the Statcom equipment. Also, the unification of the Stacom cooling system with the Rankine cycle...
Test Case Selection in Test-Driven Development
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Mirian Hosseinabadi, Hassan (Supervisor)
Abstract
The large number of unit tests produced in the test-driven development (TDD) method and the iterative execution of these tests extend the regression test execution time in TDD. This study aims to reduce test execution time in TDD. We propose a TDD-based approach that creates traceable code elements and connects them to relevant test cases to support regression test selection during the TDD process. Our proposed hybrid technique combines text and syntax program differences to select related test cases using the nature of TDD. We use a change detection algorithm to detect program changes. Our experience is reported with a tool called RichTest, which implements this technique. To evaluate our...
Physical and hydraulic properties of a new spring packing
, Article CHISA 2006 - 17th International Congress of Chemical and Process Engineering, Prague, 27 August 2006 through 31 August 2006 ; 2006 ; 8086059456 (ISBN); 9788086059457 (ISBN) ; Yazdani, F ; Farhadi, F ; Deldari, H ; Sharif University of Technology
2006
Abstract
Physical and hydraulic properties of new stainless steel spring packing are introduced. The measured hydraulic properties are: dry and wetted packed bed pressure drop, loading and flooding points and the liquid holdups. The appropriate coefficients for predicting the mentioned hydraulic properties from different correlations are also reported. Hydraulic properties for this packing are compared with available packings. In spite of small size, the dry and wetted packed bed pressure drops of spring packing are less than similar Raschig and Protruded rings. The total liquid holdup of this packing is greater than other commercial packings. The big total liquid holdup and physical surface area are...
Process optimization and modeling of heavy metals extraction from a molybdenum rich spent catalyst by aspergillus niger using response surface methodology
, Article Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry ; Volume 18, Issue 1 , January , 2012 , Pages 218-224 ; 1226086X (ISSN) ; Mousavi, S. M ; Borghei, S. M ; Sharif University of Technology
2012
Abstract
The present study examines the biorecovery of heavy metals from a spent refinery catalyst obtained from one of the oil refineries in Iran using Aspergillus niger. Bioleaching experiments were carried out in batch cultures using A. niger in the one-step process to mobilize Co, Mo and Ni from hazardous spent catalysts. Response surface methodology (RSM) was applied for the design and analysis of experiments with the optimization of pH, temperature, inoculum percentage, pulp density and rotation speed during the bioleaching of the metals. Experiments were designed as per the central composite design (CCD) technique. Three cubic mathematical models were derived for prediction of the responses....
Heavy metals recovery from spent catalyst using acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans and acidithiobacillus thiooxidans
, Article ICCCE 2010 - 2010 International Conference on Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Proceedings, 1 August 2010 through 3 August 2010, Kyoto ; 2010 , Pages 331-335 ; 9781424477647 (ISBN) ; Borghei, S. M ; Mousavi, S. M ; Sharif University of Technology
2010
Abstract
In this investigation, a spent processing catalyst from one of the oil refineries in Iran was initially characterized physically and chemically. Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans and Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans were used to mobilize aluminum, cobalt, molybdenum and nickel from hazardous spent catalysts. Bioleaching experiments were performed in batch cultures. The growth characteristics of the bacteria (pH, Eh, cell concentration and ferrous and ferric iron concentration) were determined during bioleaching along with the concentration of metal values extracted from the catalyst. The results obtained from Inductive coupled plasma-optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) showed that after the...
Efficiency-effectiveness assessment of national innovation systems: comparative analysis
, Article Journal of Science and Technology Policy Management ; 2021 ; 20534620 (ISSN) ; Ghazinoory, S. S ; Aslani, A ; Mafi, V ; Sharif University of Technology
Emerald Group Holdings Ltd
2021
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to present and evaluate the performance of innovation systems by considering two indicators of efficiency and effectiveness. The scope of the evaluation is globally and due to the situation of each country, the suggested strategies are proposed to maintain the status quo or move toward the desired situation for countries. Design/methodology/approach: The approach is to compare and benchmark the countries in terms of the efficiency and effectiveness of their innovation system. The Global Innovation Index report’s input-to-output ratio and the global competitiveness report are used for the assessment. Findings: The findings indicate that countries such as...
Efficiency-effectiveness assessment of national innovation systems: comparative analysis
, Article Journal of Science and Technology Policy Management ; Volume 13, Issue 3 , 2022 , Pages 625-651 ; 20534620 (ISSN) ; Ghazinoory, S. S ; Aslani, A ; Mafi, V ; Sharif University of Technology
Emerald Group Holdings Ltd
2022
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to present and evaluate the performance of innovation systems by considering two indicators of efficiency and effectiveness. The scope of the evaluation is globally and due to the situation of each country, the suggested strategies are proposed to maintain the status quo or move toward the desired situation for countries. Design/methodology/approach: The approach is to compare and benchmark the countries in terms of the efficiency and effectiveness of their innovation system. The Global Innovation Index report’s input-to-output ratio and the global competitiveness report are used for the assessment. Findings: The findings indicate that countries such as...
Design and Simulation of CMOS Based Magnetic Sensor for Biosensing Applications
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Akbari, Mahmood (Supervisor) ; Fotowat-Ahmady, Ali (Supervisor)
Abstract
This paper presents a scalable and ultrasensitive magnetic biosensing scheme based on on-chip LC resonance frequency-shifting. The sensor transducer gain is demonstrated as being location-dependent on the sensing surface and proportional to the local polarization magnetic field strength |B|2 generated by the sensing inductor. To improve the gain uniformity, a periodic coil is proposed as a substitution for the standard process coil. As an implementation example, the circuit is designed in a 65nm CMOS process. The spatially uniform sensor gain of the array is verified by COMSOL simulations. Overall, the presented sensor demonstrates an improvement in the uniformity of the inductor’s magnetic...
Multi-variable Optimization of Vehicle Seat Suspension Considering Human Body Model Using Spring-Damper Isolators and Genetic Algorithm
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Moradi, Hamed (Supervisor) ; Vossoughi, Gholamreza (Supervisor)
Abstract
In recent years, the seat suspension system in commercial vehicles, industry, agriculture, transportation and … have been focused by researchers. Designing the spring-damper isolators for vehicle’s seat can be an achievable and suitable strategy to increase the comfort and decrease the risk of injuries in vehicles. In this research, the effect of vibrations due to road roughness has been examined by dynamic modeling of a vehicle in combination with the human body model. Thus by using spring-damper isolators and genetic algorithm, we try to optimize the performance of the system. Designing parameters includes the stiffness and viscosity of seat isolator and our target functions include the...
Periodic solutions for a semi-ratio-dependent predator-prey dynamical system with a class of functional responses on time scales
, Article Discrete and Continuous Dynamical Systems - Series B ; Volume 9, Issue 2 , 2008 , Pages 267-279 ; 15313492 (ISSN) ; Hesaaraki, M ; Sharif University of Technology
2008
Abstract
In this paper we explore the existence of periodic solutions of a nonautonomous semi-ratio-dependent predator-prey dynamical system with functional responses on time scales. To illustrate the utility of this work, we should mention that, in our results this system with a large class of monotone functional responses, always has at least one periodic solution. For instance, this system with some celebrated functional responses such as Holling type-II (or Michaelis-Menten), Holling type-III, Ivlev, mx (Holling type I), sigmoidal [e.g., Real and mx2/((A + x)(B +x))] and some other monotone functions, has always at least one ω-periodic solution. Besides, for some well-known functional responses...
Modified Load Scheduling Using Smart Meters
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Parniani, Mostafa (Supervisor)
Abstract
Implementation of various incentive-based demand response strategies has great potential to decrease peak load growth and customer electricity bill cost. Using advanced metering and automatic demand management makes it possible to optimize energy consumption, to reduce grid loss, and to release generation capacities for the sake of providing sustainable electricity supply, and reducing electricity bills for the customers. With these objectives, this thesis examines the previously suggested load scheduling programs in both residential and industrial sectors, and proposes new practical strategies for load management. This thesis has mainly focuses on three subdivisions of load management...
The Analysis of Total Productive Maintenance Based on Computerized Maintenance Management System
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; mostafavi, mostafa (Supervisor)
Abstract
The main purpose of this thesis is to analyze the total productive maintenance based on computerized maintenance management system. At first, a detailed study on total productive maintenance is performed and then the requirements of this maintenance strategy are specified. Also, a computerized maintenance management system is defined which can help total productive maintenance to reach to its requirements. Finally, a conceptual model and entity-relationship model for computerized maintenance management system data base has been created
Study of HVDC Transmission for Offshore Wind Farms Based on Voltage Source Converters
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Parniani, Mostafa (Supervisor)
Abstract
In this thesis, DC transmission of offshore wind farms is studied thoroughly. Various system configurations that are introduced in the literatures are discussed and their control scheme for normal conditions and grid faults are studied. Then, the HVDC transmission based on voltage source converter, located between a local offshore ac grid and the onshore ac system is investigated as the most practical choice. The HVDC linke circuit elements are calculated and the control strategies of the offshore and onshore converters are introduced. DFIGs are considered to be the best choice for the offshore wind turbine generators. Then, the system is simulated and the frequency of the offshore grid is...
Feasibility Study of Producing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient from Conceptual Process to Mass Production-Case Study
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Mostafavi, Mostafa (Supervisor)
Abstract
The main aim of this thesis is to develop the technical knowledge of designing and making active ingredients of domestically produced drugs, decreasing the costs, independency in producing these products, and checking outflow of currency. It also aims to reduce the financial challenges of patients who have to pay huge amounts for such drugs. Conducting research in the field of reverse engineering and using its definition, and attempt in made to get knowledge into the stages of product development process, to determine the technical standards associated with each stage, to recognize how knowledge is shared during this process, and to present some methods of establishing the infrastructure...
Performance Improvement of Maximum Power Point Tracker in Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Parniani, Mostafa (Supervisor)
Abstract
Increase in growing concerns over environmental pollution and depletion of fossil fuel resources motivate the need for cleaner energy technologies and stimulate research in facilitating renewable energy systems. In recent years, photovoltaic systems have attracted great attention since they remove the need for energy storage systems and intermediate processess for energy conversion. However, high capital cost, low efficiency and low energy density per area of these systems, as compared with other technologies hinder its industrial use. To surmount these bottlenecks and improve technical performance of PV systems, it is crucial to optimize configuration of convertor connection and to improve...
Coordinated Voltage Control of Power Systems in Normal and Emergency Operation States
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Parniani, Mostafa (Supervisor)
Abstract
One of the main objectives in operating a power system is to maintain the system voltage properly to avoid equipment damage and transfer power efficiently. Automatic control of transmission network voltage provides significant improvements in security, quality and efficiency of power system operation. This thesis investigates coordinated voltage control of power systems in normal, alert and emergency states. The aim is to propose a comprehensive framework for real-time operation of practical power systems, ensuring secure operation of the system in the normal state and after occurrence of sever contingencies.
At the first, a new coordinated voltage control scheme is proposed to ensure...
At the first, a new coordinated voltage control scheme is proposed to ensure...
The Analysis of Knowledge Management, Dimensions and Implementation Methods-Case study: Sardsaz Khodro Ind. Co
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Mostafavi, Mostafa (Supervisor)
Abstract
Today, organizations are surrounded by basic and continuous changes such as declining organizational resources, reduction of the production cycles, and the need for rapid adaption. Those organizations remain competitive while maintaining their productivity, that have following characteristics: accurately plan and assess their knowledge resources, create and absorb beneficial knowledge, store and organize their knowledge, disseminate knowledge to needed areas, and use knowledge in practice and decision making, to improve their products/services as well as their performance. Therefore, the human capital has been considered as knowledge owners and the most important organizational resource, on...
Feyerabend’s Point of View on Scientific Progress
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Taghavi, Mostafa (Supervisor)
Abstract
Feyarabend’s philosophy of science is against method and rule such that he believes that “anything goes”. However, he sometimes applies the term “progress”. Reviewing his publications shows that from his point of view, progress is qualitative and relative. So, unlike other philosophers of science Feyarabend ignores the clarification of the concept; subsequently, his applications of the term “progress” are somewhat ambiguous. However, by studying his philosophy, one may realize what should be done to achieve progress in any sense. The affirmative aspect of Feyerabend’s philosophy, while highlights the social and ethical elements, considering his humanitarian outlook as well as his special...