{"title":"Progress in the field of hydrotropy: mechanism, applications and green concepts","authors":"Akash D. Patel, Meghal A. Desai","doi":"10.1515/revce-2021-0012","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2021-0012","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Sustainability and greenness are the concepts of growing interest in the area of research as well as industries. One of the frequently encountered challenges faced in research and industrial fields is the solubility of the hydrophobic compound. Conventionally organic solvents are used in various applications; however, their contribution to environmental pollution, the huge energy requirement for separation and higher consumption lead to unsustainable practice. We require solvents that curtail the usage of hazardous material, increase the competency of mass and energy and embrace the concept of recyclability or renewability. Hydrotropy is one of the approaches for fulfilling these requirements. The phenomenon of solubilizing hydrophobic compound using hydrotrope is termed hydrotropy. Researchers of various fields are attracted to hydrotropy due to its unique physicochemical properties. In this review article, fundamentals about hydrotropes and various mechanisms involved in hydrotropy have been discussed. Hydrotropes are widely used in separation, heterogeneous chemical reactions, natural product extraction and pharmaceuticals. Applications of hydrotropes in these fields are discussed at length. We have examined the significant outcomes and correlated them with green engineering and green chemistry principles, which could give an overall picture of hydrotropy as a green and sustainable approach for the above applications.","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"39 1","pages":"601 - 630"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2022-03-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49405830","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent developments in MIL-101 metal organic framework for heterogeneous catalysis","authors":"M. Taghizadeh, S. Tahami","doi":"10.1515/revce-2021-0050","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2021-0050","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Metal organic frameworks (MOFs) are currently gaining considerable attention as heterogeneous catalysts. Since the functionality of the framework and the pore size of the MOFs can be adjusted over a wide range for various catalytic reactions, the usage of these materials as solid catalysts is attractive. One of the preferred catalytic mesoMOFs is MIL-101 (MIL: Material of Institute Lavoisier) family which has been mainly investigated. The large surface area, high pore volumes, and acceptable solvent/thermal stability (MIL-101(Cr) up to 300 °C) have led the MIL-101 family to be considered an ideal and widespread MOF for use as a great heterogeneous catalyst or solid support for a variety of reactions. The objective of this review is to present recent research on the use of the MIL-101 family for heterogeneous catalysis in gas and liquid phase reactions.","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"39 1","pages":"707 - 728"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2022-03-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44379771","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Potentials of bio-butanol conversion to valuable products","authors":"L. Pinaeva, A. Noskov","doi":"10.1515/revce-2021-0066","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2021-0066","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract In the last decade, there was observed a growing demand for both n-butanol as a potential fuel or fuel additive, and propylene as the only raw material for production of alcohol and other more bulky propylene chemical derivatives with faster growing outputs (polymers, propylene oxide, and acrylic acid). The predictable oilfield depletion and the European Green Deal adoption stimulated interest in alternative processes for n-butanol production, especially those involving bio-based materials. Their commercialization will promote additional market penetration of n-butanol for its application as a basic chemical. We analyze briefly the current status of two most advanced bio-based processes, i.e. ethanol–to-n-butanol and acetone–butanol–ethanol (ABE) fermentation. In the second part of the review, studies of n-butanol and ABE conversion to valuable products are considered with an emphasis on the most perspective catalytic systems and variants of the future processes realization.","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"39 1","pages":"669 - 706"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2022-02-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44306561","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jing Wang, Peifen Wang, Zhijun Wu, Tao Yu, A. Abudula, Mingzhu Sun, Xiaoxun Ma, Guoqing Guan
{"title":"Mesoporous catalysts for catalytic oxidation of volatile organic compounds: preparations, mechanisms and applications","authors":"Jing Wang, Peifen Wang, Zhijun Wu, Tao Yu, A. Abudula, Mingzhu Sun, Xiaoxun Ma, Guoqing Guan","doi":"10.1515/revce-2021-0029","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2021-0029","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are mainly derived from human activities, but they are harmful to the environment and our health. Catalytic oxidation is the most economical and efficient method to convert VOCs into harmless substances of water and carbon dioxide at relatively low temperatures among the existing techniques. Supporting noble metal and/or transition metal oxide catalysts on the porous materials and direct preparation of mesoporous catalysts are two efficient ways to obtain effective catalysts for the catalytic oxidation of VOCs. This review focuses on the preparation methods for noble-metal-based and transition-metal-oxide-based mesoporous catalysts, the reaction mechanisms of the catalytic oxidations of VOCs over them, the catalyst deactivation/regeneration, and the applications of such catalysts for VOCs removal. It is expected to provide guidance for the design, preparation and application of effective mesoporous catalysts with superior activity, high stability and low cost for the VOCs removal at lower temperatures.","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"39 1","pages":"541 - 565"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2022-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49026652","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Frontmatter","authors":"","doi":"10.1515/revce-2022-frontmatter2","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2022-frontmatter2","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2022-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45834590","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An insight review on formation damage induced by drilling fluids","authors":"Mojtaba Kalhor Mohammadi, S. Riahi, E. Boek","doi":"10.1515/revce-2020-0106","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2020-0106","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Formation damage is an essential part of drilling and production evaluation, which has a significant effect on well productivity and economics. Drilling fluids are significant sources of formation damage by different mechanisms. This article reviews the research works published during the past 30 years on formation damage associated with drilling fluids, including mechanical damage, chemical damage, and interaction with reservoir rock and fluids. Different filtration techniques, fines migration, and invasion models are discussed based on past studies and recent advancements. Laboratory experiments, methodology, and various aspects of evaluation are considered for further study. Despite presenting different authors’ views and experiences in this area, there is no integrated approach to evaluate formation damage caused by drilling fluids. Finally, the authors analyze the knowledge gap and conclude that a methodology must be designed to improve drilling fluids to prevent formation damage. Recent advances in the area of nanotechnology show promising alternatives for new methods to prevent formation damage.","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"39 1","pages":"387 - 415"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2022-01-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46647810","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
K. Sharifi, R. Halladj, Seyed Javid Royaee, Farshid Towfighi, Sepideh Firoozi, Hamidreza Yousefi
{"title":"Effective factors on performance of zeolite based metal catalysts in light hydrocarbon aromatization","authors":"K. Sharifi, R. Halladj, Seyed Javid Royaee, Farshid Towfighi, Sepideh Firoozi, Hamidreza Yousefi","doi":"10.1515/revce-2020-0082","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2020-0082","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Aromatic hydrocarbons are essential compounds, that the presence of which in fuels can improve the octane number. The conversion of the light alkanes to high value aromatics is vital from theoretical and industrial standpoints. Zeolites such as ZSM-5 play an essential role in the aromatization of light alkanes. This paper highlights the mechanism of aromatization of light alkanes such as methane, ethane, propane, butane, and its isomers. Furthermore, effective factors on the aromatization of light alkanes including metal type, crystallinity, acidity, space velocity, pretreatment of zeolites, co-feeding of light hydrocarbon, and operating factors such as temperature have been investigated to determine how a system of zeolite with metals can be useful to reach aromatization with high conversion.","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"39 1","pages":"513 - 540"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2022-01-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48837537","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Frontmatter","authors":"","doi":"10.1515/revce-2022-frontmatter1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2022-frontmatter1","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41771864","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
G. Kadja, N. F. Himma, N. Prasetya, A. Sumboja, M. Bazant, I. Wenten
{"title":"Advances and challenges in the development of nanosheet membranes","authors":"G. Kadja, N. F. Himma, N. Prasetya, A. Sumboja, M. Bazant, I. Wenten","doi":"10.1515/revce-2021-0004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2021-0004","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract The development of highly efficient separation membranes utilizing emerging materials with controllable pore size and minimized thickness could greatly enhance the broad applications of membrane-based technologies. Having this perspective, many studies on the incorporation of nanosheets in membrane fabrication have been conducted, and strong interest in this area has grown over the past decade. This article reviews the development of nanosheet membranes focusing on two-dimensional materials as a continuous phase, due to their promising properties, such as atomic or nanoscale thickness and large lateral dimensions, to achieve improved performance compared to their discontinuous counterparts. Material characteristics and strategies to process nanosheet materials into separation membranes are reviewed, followed by discussions on the membrane performances in diverse applications. The review concludes with a discussion of remaining challenges and future outlook for nanosheet membrane technologies.","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"39 1","pages":"631 - 668"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2021-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49352268","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mitra Sadat Lavasani, Nahid Raeisi Ardali, R. Sotudeh-Gharebagh, R. Zarghami, J. Abonyi, N. Mostoufi
{"title":"Big data analytics opportunities for applications in process engineering","authors":"Mitra Sadat Lavasani, Nahid Raeisi Ardali, R. Sotudeh-Gharebagh, R. Zarghami, J. Abonyi, N. Mostoufi","doi":"10.1515/revce-2020-0054","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/revce-2020-0054","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Big data is an expression for massive data sets consisting of both structured and unstructured data that are particularly difficult to store, analyze and visualize. Big data analytics has the potential to help companies or organizations improve operations as well as disclose hidden patterns and secret correlations to make faster and intelligent decisions. This article provides useful information on this emerging and promising field for companies, industries, and researchers to gain a richer and deeper insight into advancements. Initially, an overview of big data content, key characteristics, and related topics are presented. The paper also highlights a systematic review of available big data techniques and analytics. The available big data analytics tools and platforms are categorized. Besides, this article discusses recent applications of big data in chemical industries to increase understanding and encourage its implementation in their engineering processes as much as possible. Finally, by emphasizing the adoption of big data analytics in various areas of process engineering, the aim is to provide a practical vision of big data.","PeriodicalId":54485,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in Chemical Engineering","volume":"39 1","pages":"479 - 511"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2021-12-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45567781","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}