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Effects of Temperature, Pressure and Physico-Chemical Characteristics on the Atomization and Disintegration of Jatropha Oil and its Formulations

Dabilgou Téré, Zongo S. Augustin, Bagre Boubou, Tubreoumya Guy Christian, Sandwidi Sayouba, Haro Kayaba, Daho Tizane, Koulidiati Jean, Sanogo Oumar, Zeghmati Belkacem & Bere Antoine · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

The physicochemical characteristics of vegetable oils, the atomization and the particle size of the spray are fundamental aspects for the simulation of their combustion on burners. In this study, the influence of temperature and pressure on the disintegration of the jet of jatrop...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i430239

The Role of Alkaline/alkaline Earth Metal Oxides in CO2 Capture: A Concise Review

Emmanuel Victor, Umenweke Great C & Ngozichukwu B · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

Reducing the concentration of CO2 from the atmosphere has attracted a lot of attention given the rapid level of industrialization in the world. Process Industries are one of the major contributors to this pollution in terms of the incessant release of CO2 from flue gas streams. I...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i330235

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Red Onion Skin Extract Derivatives as Oilfield Scale Inhibitors

Dominica Una, Dulu Appah, Amieibibama Joseph & Onyewuchi Akaranta · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

With growing awareness of the environmental impact of some conventional production chemicals and concerns about the depletion of non-renewable natural resources, increased efforts are being made to use renewable and non-toxic materials in the oilfield. In this study, a potential...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i330234

Assessment of Hazard and Risk Related Activities at Npdc-Ogini Oil Field Flow Station, Okpaile in Isoko North, Delta State, Nigeria

Asomaku Sunny Oghenefegor, Bolaji B. Babatunde, Wali Elekwachi & O. Emelu Victoria · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

The activities of oil, Gas and energy contains numerous hazards which could lead to multiple disasters such as loss of capital, damage to reputation, and also degrading the environment. The Essence of job hazards analysis and risk assessment is to design a safe working environmen...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i330233

Prospects and Challenges of Geothermal Energy in Uganda

Geoffrey S. Mutumba, Simon Echegu & Muyiwa S. Adaramola · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

This paper explores geothermal energy use as a renewable energy option in Uganda. It is discussed in pursuit of sustainable development. Uganda has been undergoing fast economic growth particularly as demonstrated by its resilience against the effects of COVID-19, it must develop...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i230230

Comparative Analysis of the Effects of Monovalent and Divalent Ions on Imported Biopolymer-Xanthan Gum and Locally Formulated Biopolymers-Gum Arabic and Terminalia Mantaly

Okechukwu Ezeh, Sunday Sunday Ikiensikimama & Onyewuchi Akaranta · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

Aim: Polymer flooding is used for enhanced oil recovery. Only polymers that can withstand harsh environments work best. HPAM is mostly the polymer used for enhanced oil recovery because it is available and cheap, but it does not withstand high temperatures and high salinity reser...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i230229

Study of the Effect of Process Parameters on the Yield of Fermentable Sugar from Tuber Peels Via Acid and Enzyme Hydrolysis

Onoh Ikechukwu Maxwell, Anho Lawrence Oghenerivwe & Egwuagu Onyekachi · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

The aim of this work is to study the acid and enzymatic hydrolysis of water yam peels using HCl, H2S04 acids and cellulase enzyme. The cellulase was secreted from Aspergillus niger (A.niger). The proximate analysis of the substrate showed that water yam peel is a lignocellulosic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i230228

Design Aspects of Small-Hydropower Plant

Bilal Abdullah Nasir · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

Presently, however, Hydroelectric is a source of power that can prove to be available to all, regardless of conditions such as weather. As history showed, a lot of development, as well as alterations, were made to this efficient supply of energy. Hydropower is a positive alternat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i230226

Study of the Behavior of Air Parcels, using PIXE, Hysplit and Wind Rose in the Metropolitan Zone of Toluca Valley, Mexico

Angélica Flores Ortiz, María de la Luz Jiménez Núñez & Raúl Venancio Díaz Godoy · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

Aim: The objective of this work was to determine the behavior of the trajectories of the air plots in two sites (San Mateo Atenco-(SM) and San Lorenzo Tepaltitlán-(SL)), in the atmosphere of the Metropolitan Zone of the Toluca Valley (MZTV). Methodology: In the atmosphere of the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i130225

Characterization of Coconut Shell Activated Carbon Catalyst for the Pyrolysis of Waste Sac Bags into Liquid Hydrocarbon Fuels

Kelechi Angelina Iheonye, Ifeanyichukwu Edeh, Ibrahim Kolawole Muritala & Ayoade Kuye · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

Aim: The use of synthetic catalysts in pyrolysis of waste plastics into hydrocarbon fuels is the common practice, these synthetic/ commercial catalysts are not readily available in Nigeria. The aim of this research paper is to prepare and characterize and test the catalytic perfo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i130224

Investigating of Flow Field and Power Performance on a Straight-blade Vertical Axis Wind Turbine with CFD Simulation

Yanfeng Zhang, Zhiping Guo, Xiaowen Song, Xinyu Zhu, Chang Cai & Qing’an Li · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

Forecasting the power performance and flow field of straight-blade vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT) and paying attention to the dynamic stall can enhance more adaptability to high turbulence and complicated wind conditions in cities environment. According to the blade element-mo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i130223

Physicochemical Potential of Balanites aegyptiaca Seed Kernel Oil from Northern Cameroon for Biodiesel valorization

Davy Fiwa Kaoke, Emmanuel Siryabe, Djakaou Iya-Sou, Emmanuel Talla & Patrick Mountapmbene Kouotou · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

This research work reports the physicochemical potentialities of Balanites aegyptiaca kernel oil for biodiesel valorization. Balanites seed was sampling from Pitoa, Maroua and Moutourwa localities located from North Cameroon and the kernel oil was extracted using Soxhlet apparatu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i130222

A Critical Review on Electric Power Sector for Sustainable Energy Development in Nigeria

Agberegha, Orobome Larry, Nwigbo, Chuka Solomon, Anyanwu, Ikechukwu Samuel, Azaka, Onyemazuwa Andrew & Oyedepo, Sunday Olayinka · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2021

Electricity is one of the most important invention of Man. It powers the economy and everything in a Nation. This work seeks to carryout a critical review of Nigeria’s energy crisis. A PricewaterhouseCoopers, PwC reports asserts that Nigeria still ranks 2nd worst in the global el...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2021/v9i130221