Dongyeong Jeong, Seokkyu Kim, Myeongjin An, Donghwa Lee, Giwon Lee, Geun Yeol Bae, Eunho Lee
{"title":"Recent Strategies in Channel Modulation for High-Performance Neuromorphic Computing Based on Electrolyte-Gated Organic Synaptic Transistors","authors":"Dongyeong Jeong, Seokkyu Kim, Myeongjin An, Donghwa Lee, Giwon Lee, Geun Yeol Bae, Eunho Lee","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00450-z","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00450-z","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Neuromorphic computing, which mimics the functionality of human neural networks, has gained attention as a next-generation computing approach due to its advantages in high-speed data processing and low power consumption. As a result, extensive research has been conducted on synaptic transistors to realize this technology. Among them, electrolyte-gated organic synaptic transistors (EGOSTs) stand out due to their ability to regulate channel conductivity at ultra-low operating voltages, making them a crucial component for high-performance neuromorphic hardware. Channel modulation strategies play an essential role in enhancing synaptic performance by reducing dependence on external factors and enabling precise conductivity control, which is critical for developing high-performance EGOSTs. This review provides an overview of the fundamental operating principles of EGOSTs and explores various channel modulation strategies, concluding discussions on future advancements and technical challenges.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 11","pages":"2455 - 2466"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-04-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144923139","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Validation of Subway Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Data Using Memory-Augmented Autoencoders with Learned Normal Prototypes","authors":"Vahid Ghorbani, Shahzeb Tariq, ChangKyoo Yoo","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00451-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00451-y","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Indoor air quality (IAQ) monitoring in subway stations depends on sensors prone to failures due to confined spaces, cyberattacks, and prolonged use. Soft sensor validation frameworks using statistical or machine learning models can detect, diagnose, and reconstruct faulty data but struggle with complex fault patterns. This study introduces a memory-augmented autoencoder-based framework for reliable IAQ sensor validation, leveraging memorized normal prototypes. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first validation method that utilizes normal prototypes for reconciling corrupted measurements. Tested on real IAQ data from Seoul Metro's C-station, the method achieved a 97.03% detection rate, a 4.33% false alarm rate, and demonstrated potential for 10.25% energy savings while maintaining healthy IAQ.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 10","pages":"2231 - 2252"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-04-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145160962","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Muhammad Asif, Wonjoong Yoon, Jiyeon Lee, Jaehoon Kim
{"title":"Hydrogen Production, Storage, and Decarbonization via Heterogenous Catalytic CO2 Hydrogenation","authors":"Muhammad Asif, Wonjoong Yoon, Jiyeon Lee, Jaehoon Kim","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00454-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00454-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Clean energy alternatives are essential for mitigating the effects of climate change and global warming. Renewable hydrogen (H<sub>2</sub>) is a promising substitute for fossil fuels, offering zero CO<sub>2</sub> emissions. However, its low volumetric energy density poses a significant challenge for efficient storage and transportation. The strategic integration of H<sub>2</sub> storage with decarbonization initiatives has emerged as a viable solution to combat global warming. This review explores the potential sources of renewable H<sub>2</sub> production, storage methods, and applications in the context of decarbonization. Among various approaches, renewable liquid production via catalytic CO<sub>2</sub> hydrogenation—specifically through the reverse water–gas shift (RWGS) reaction, Fischer–Tropsch synthesis (FTS), and methanol synthesis—stands out as one of the most promising pathways. These processes facilitate the storage and transport of renewable H<sub>2</sub> while enabling large-scale industrial applications. The conversion of CO<sub>2</sub> and renewable H<sub>2</sub> into methanol and hydrocarbons not only enhances energy storage efficiency, but also offers significant environmental benefits, contributing to the development of sustainable energy systems. Additionally, this review addresses current technological and economic challenges associated with renewable H<sub>2</sub> and its storage while proposing future research directions. By providing insights into technological feasibility, practical applications, and research perspectives, this review aims to support advancements in decarbonization efforts through renewable hydrogen.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 8","pages":"1561 - 1586"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-04-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s11814-025-00454-9.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145161033","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yasin Khani, Kanghee Cho, Kwang-Eun Jeong, Chul-Ung Kim, Young-Kwon Park
{"title":"Catalytic Ethylene Oligomerization over Ni-Loaded X-AlSBA-15 (X = Gd, Y, La, and Sm) Catalysts","authors":"Yasin Khani, Kanghee Cho, Kwang-Eun Jeong, Chul-Ung Kim, Young-Kwon Park","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00449-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00449-6","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study evaluated the performance of Ni-X-AlSBA-15 (X = Y, Sm, Gd, and La) catalysts in the ethylene oligomerization processes. The effects of Y, Sm, Gd, and La promoters on the ethylene oligomerization process were examined. The Ni-X-AlSBA-15 (X = Y, Sm, Gd, and La) catalysts demonstrated a considerably enhanced catalytic activity and selectivity compared with that of Ni-AlSBA-15. In particular, the Ni-Gd-AlSBA-15 catalyst achieved the highest conversion of ethylene to butene (50.0 wt.%) after 12 h of time on stream. These enhancements were attributed to the improved dispersion of active sites, the presence of oxygen vacancies, and the optimized densities of the acid and Ni sites, which collectively enhanced the rate of adsorption of ethylene molecules. An increase in the selectivity of butylene (≥ 80%) confirmed that the gadolinium as a promoter had a positive effect on the catalytic activity. Overall, the Gd promoter, coupled with the remarkable benefits of AlSBA-15 in Ni-based catalysts, is promising for butene generation through ethylene oligomerization.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 10","pages":"2333 - 2343"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-04-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145160858","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lei Wang, Yujie Cao, Luxuan Ma, Wenqing An, Dong Chen, Kai Xia, Kai Jiang, Zhaojun Chen
{"title":"A Prospective Technology: Hemostasis with α-Cyanoacrylate Medical Adhesive via Electrostatic Spray Deposition Mode","authors":"Lei Wang, Yujie Cao, Luxuan Ma, Wenqing An, Dong Chen, Kai Xia, Kai Jiang, Zhaojun Chen","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00448-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00448-7","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>α-Cyanoacrylate medical adhesive is one of the materials that can achieve rapid hemostasis. However, its traditional delivery methods have many problems in practical operation. In this study, the α-ethyl cyanoacrylate (ECA) plasticized by biodegradable material polycaprolactone was used as precursor, and a comparative study was conducted on the delivery of ECA using two promising methods of electrostatic spinning technology (EST) and electrostatic spray deposition (ESD). Micromorphology analyses showed that the surface of the film obtained by ESD on aluminum foil exhibited relatively uniform characteristics compared with EST. The particle size distribution by ESD was more uniform than that of EST under the same working parameters. The peel strength and tensile strength of ESD film were 39.2% and 13.6%, respectively, higher than those of EST film, and ESD film folded 90° repeatedly up to 600 times without breaking. What’s more, the use of ESD could improve the wettability of ECA film, which would be conducive to film biodegradation. Biological surface coating experiment exhibited that ESD film could complete and continuous attachment to the surface of fresh pig liver with a good sealing effect. The results indicated that ESD had more prominent efficiency and adaptability for CA medical hemostasis in the medical field.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 8","pages":"1881 - 1888"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-03-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145171775","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhanced Electrochemical Performance Through Morphology-Controlled Co/N/C Catalysts: A Strategy for Optimized Electrode Architecture","authors":"Minhui Kim, Dongyeong Jeong, Seonggyu Lee","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00453-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00453-w","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study presents a novel strategy to enhance the performance of carbon-based non-precious metal catalysts (NPMCs) for electrochemical applications by controlling their electrode architecture through catalyst morphology optimization. The approach involves the self-assembly of zinc-based zeolitic imidazolate framework nanocrystals using cobalt ions as crosslinkers, followed by carbonization. This process yields morphology-controlled Co/N/C catalysts with a uniform size (0.5 µm), well-defined structure, and significantly higher tap density (1.7 ×) compared to irregularly shaped Co/N/C catalysts. Electrodes fabricated using the morphology-controlled catalysts demonstrated superior oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) performance in gas diffusion electrodes, attributed to reduced electrode thickness and enhanced transport properties. Despite similar intrinsic kinetic activities, the uniform morphology improved electronic/ionic conductivity and minimized mass transport losses, resulting in higher catalyst utilization efficiency. These findings highlight the critical role of electrode architecture in improving the performance of carbon-based catalysts, offering promising implications for energy conversion and storage systems, such as fuel cells and batteries.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 10","pages":"2391 - 2397"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145169478","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohammad Ali Yavari, Majid Baghdadi, Mohammad Ali Abdoli
{"title":"Zinc Recovery from Fly Ash for Preparation of a Porous Metal–Carbon Composite (PMCC) using Pyrolysis of Zinc-Terephthalate Composite: Adsorption of Bisphenol a from Contaminated Waters","authors":"Mohammad Ali Yavari, Majid Baghdadi, Mohammad Ali Abdoli","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00421-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00421-4","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This research presents a groundbreaking approach to address water contamination by Bisphenol A (BPA) using a sustainable and environmentally friendly porous metal–carbon composite (PMCC) derived from municipal solid waste incineration (MSWI) remnants. The study focuses on extracting of zinc (Zn) from MSWI fly ash, and subsequently utilizing the recovered metal for synthesizing an innovative PMCC. The composite with a high surface area (225.6 m<sup>2</sup> g<sup>−1</sup>) demonstrates remarkable efficiency in adsorbing BPA, a significant water pollutant with adverse health effects. The successful preparation of the composite was confirmed by various analytical techniques, including FTIR, FESEM, XRD, and BET. The research employs response surface methodology to optimize the removal process and validates the model through statistical analysis. Maximum removal efficiency of 99.6% was achieved under the optimal values for adsorbent and reaction time of 0.862 g L<sup>−1</sup> and 50 min, respectively, for BPA with a concentration of 23.8 mg L<sup>−1</sup>. Additionally, this study investigated BPA adsorption isotherms and kinetic models, revealing the Langmuir isotherm and pseudo-second-order kinetic model as the most appropriate models for characterizing the adsorbent behavior. The regeneration and reusability of the PMCC were explored, indicating its potential for industrial applications. Overall, this research pioneers a sustainable approach to water treatment by integrating waste-derived material into the synthesizing of effective adsorbents for environmental remediation.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 5","pages":"1071 - 1083"},"PeriodicalIF":2.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143852479","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Integrated Safety Assessment for Multi-stage Processing of Nuclear Decommissioning Waste Considering Material Partitioning and Transformation","authors":"In Gyu Chang, Jae Hak Cheong","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00438-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00438-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study developed a comprehensive safety assessment model implemented in Microsoft<sup>®</sup> Excel for the multi-stage processing of decommissioning waste. The model enhances existing approaches by allowing flexible combinations and sequencing of processing steps while considering material transformations such as phase separation during melting and incineration. It integrates the International Atomic Energy Agency Safety Reports Series No. 19 for small facilities and a module based on United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission Regulatory Guide 1.109 for large facilities to support age-specific public dose assessments. Partial verification of the public dose assessment module using NRCDose3 Code version 1.1.4 confirmed its accuracy and reliability. The model was tested at the comprehensive radioactive waste processing facility within the Kori nuclear power plant site and incorporated various waste types and processing steps including melting and incineration. Assessment accounted for phase changes and nuclide redistribution during processing. External exposure from <sup>60</sup>Co and <sup>137</sup>Cs was dominant for most workers under normal conditions, while <sup>54</sup>Mn exposure was significant for slag workers due to radionuclide partitioning. In abnormal conditions, inhalation became the major exposure pathway for workers and the public. This model offers a robust framework for evaluating radiological impacts in decommissioning waste processing to ensure enhanced protection for workers and the public.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 6","pages":"1169 - 1195"},"PeriodicalIF":2.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144135290","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dae Ho Hong, Mahlet N. Gebresillase, Jeong Gil Seo
{"title":"Upscaled Catalytic Production of Renewable Biofuels from Hexanoic Acid","authors":"Dae Ho Hong, Mahlet N. Gebresillase, Jeong Gil Seo","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00431-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00431-2","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) reaction plays a crucial role in the catalytic upgrading of bio-derived platform chemicals to renewable fuels and chemicals. Given its industrial versatility, the production of primary alcohols via the catalytic hydrodeoxygenation of carboxylic acids has been explored using the RuSn/ZnO catalyst demonstrating high performance and robust stability in high-pressure continuous-flow reaction systems. However, the complex synthesis procedures of this catalyst impose limitations on its applicability and scalability. Additionally, powder catalysts could cause a pressure drop across the catalytic beds, causing another challenge in a large-scale operation. To address these issues, a simplified preparation method for RuSn/ZnO catalyst utilizing commercial support was developed and pelletized sing methylcellulose and bentonite as binder. The pellet catalysts, with varying binder ratios (wt<sub>binder</sub>/wt<sub>cat</sub>), were evaluated for the hydrodeoxygenation of hexanoic acid under different reaction conditions. Characterization results confirmed the formation of Ru<sub>3</sub>Sn<sub>7</sub> alloy on the RuSn/ZnO-5 (wt<sub>binder</sub>/wt<sub>cat</sub><sup>=</sup>0.05) catalyst, which selectively produced 1-hexanol with a yield of 72.7% under optimized reaction conditions. Notably, the RuSn/ZnO-30 catalyst could selectively produce biofuel components (1-hexanol and hexyl hexanoate) with high stability in 0.403 L/day of hexanoic acid hydrodeoxygenation. The developed catalytic system offers the potential for advancing biomass conversion as a viable alternative to the conventional petrochemical processes, contributing to the industrialization of sustainable fuels and chemicals production.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 5","pages":"1033 - 1043"},"PeriodicalIF":2.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143852617","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Impact of Annealing on Metal–Oxygen Hybridization Process in Zinc Ferrite Thin Films Studied by Angle Dependent Soft X-Ray Absorption Spectroscopy","authors":"Subhajit Nandy, Jitendra Pal Singh, Hee Kyoung Kang, Weon Cheol Lim, Sangsul Lee, Keun Hwa Chae","doi":"10.1007/s11814-025-00444-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11814-025-00444-x","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Herein, we report the impact of thermal annealing on the metal (Fe-3<i>d</i>)-oxygen (O-2<i>p</i>) hybridization in zinc ferrite thin films using the angle-dependent near-edge X-ray absorption fine structure (NEXAFS) technique. Zinc ferrite thin films of thickness ~ 100 nm are grown on MgO (200) substrates using radio frequency sputtering. Further, these as-grown films are annealed at temperatures 200, 400, and 600 °C in an air atmosphere to improve the crystallinity of the films. NEXAFS studies on Fe <i>L</i><sub>2,3</sub>-edge and O <i>K</i>-edge reveal the importance of thermal annealing on the modification of the electronic structure of zinc ferrite films. Angle-dependent NEXAFS studies on Fe <i>L</i><sub>2,3</sub>-edge suggest that the variation in electronic structure caused by the metal–oxygen hybridization in Zinc Ferrite is influenced by the film’s crystallinity through the annealing process. Further, the nature of metal–oxygen hybridization in zinc ferrite is confirmed by the O <i>K</i> pre-edge angle-dependent NEXAFS studies.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":684,"journal":{"name":"Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering","volume":"42 5","pages":"1137 - 1142"},"PeriodicalIF":2.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143852539","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}