Browsing College of Engineering (MU) by Thesis Department "Chemical engineering (MU)"
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Compressibility of a mixture of CH4 [plus] CO2 and correlation of compressibility factors
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1986)The work presented in this thesis consists of two parts: experimental and correlation. In the experimental part, the pressure-vo1ume - temperature data .for pure methane, and for one composition of methane-carbon dioxide, ... -
Computational study of infrared spectra of silica polymorphs via classical mechanics
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)A potential energy model that correctly reflects zeolite framework interactions is the premise for computational studies of the physical and chemical processes occurring inside zeolites, such as catalytic chemical reactions ... -
Computer simulation of the methane plasma enhanced deposition of carbon film
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Graphene is a hybridized carbon sheet with a honeycomb structure and has drawn much attention for its extraordinary characteristics such as a high mechanical strength and electrical conductivity. However for the purpose ... -
The continuous supercritical water gasification of spirulina and the use of a positive displacement feeding system
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] A factorial experiment was designed and conducted to explore the effect of three variables, concentration, temperature, and residence time, on two ... -
Controlling SIBLING protein orientation and conformation via native binding interactions
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Native bone tissue is comprised of a mixture of collagen, non-collagenous proteins, and hydroxyapatite (HA). The SIBLING (small integrin binding, N-linked glycoprotein) family of proteins is the primary group of non-collagenous ... -
Convection battery research, development, and simulation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)The research in this dissertation focuses on convection cells that have the potential to provide some of the needed breakthroughs in batteries. The convection cell utilizes electrolyte flow to decrease concentration ... -
Corrosion performance of nickel based alloy in hydrogen iodine solution
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)In this thesis, the corrosion performance of some Ni-based super alloys including Inconel 625, Hastelloy X and Nickel 200 were investigated in HI solution at 70?and 100? at intervals of 24h, 48h, 96h and 192h respectively. ... -
Deep eutectic solvent pretreatment for enhancing biochemical conversion of switchgrass
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)In this study, green solvent-based pretreatment was developed for improving the conversion of switchgrass to acetoin. Deep eutectic solvents (DESs), comprising choline chloride (ChCl) as a hydrogen-bond acceptor (HBA) and ... -
Deep eutectic solvents extraction of dibenzothiophene in model diesel
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Organic sulfur compounds in diesel fuel produce SOx during combustion in vehicles, leading to severe environmental pollution and causing health issues. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has established increasingly ... -
The design & construction of a proton microprobe using a GE PETtrace cyclotron
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)The interaction of fast neutrons with nuclear materials is a topic of fundamental interest in nuclear engineering. Fast neutrons possess the ability to degrade, and in some cases destroy, materials used in nuclear reactor ... -
Design of lithium air batteries with aqueous electrolyte
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The design of ultrafast routes to synthesis carbon nanotubes by microwave
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Carbon nanotubes are seamless cylinders of carbon skeletons with hexagonal honey comb structures. It also could be seen as the rolling of one or more ... -
Designing, modeling, manufacturing, and testing an atomic layer deposition system
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)There are multiple techniques for depositing thin films in nanoelectronics and semiconductor industries. Each technique has its own advantage and disadvantage. Of the many techniques, chemical deposition is the most favorable ... -
Developing a novel method for making metal oxide nanocoatings for electrocatalysis applications
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)In this dissertation, a new and novel technique to synthesize conformal films of metal oxides on top of nanoscale substrates in different geometries such as carbon nanotubes, carbon black particles, and iron oxide nanoparticles ... -
Developing new techniques to synthesize layered cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2019)Many synthesis techniques like sol-gel, co-precipitation, hydrothermal, pyrolysis, and many more have been used to synthesize batteries' active electrode materials. High surface area cathode materials with smaller nanoparticles ... -
Developing, implementing, and assessing coupled-tank experiments in an undergraduate chemical engineering curriculum
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)Five experimental modules that fit into the Undergraduate Chemical Engineering Curriculum were developed using the existing Coupled-Tank Apparatus. Students of different educational levels get an opportunity to develop ... -
Development of a combined dilatometer and mass spectrometer system for studying gas phase chemistry and kinetics during sintering
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)Details on the components and materials comprising the combined dilatometry mass spectrometry (CDMS) apparatus are provided; including recent modifications, operating procedures and information on major system failures. ... -
Development of multiscale porous elastomer substrates with passive-cooling capabilities and strain-insensitive conductive nanocomposites for skin-interfaced electronics
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)Emerging skin-interfaced electronics have been playing a significant role in many areas such as clinical healthcare and mobile fitness tracking because they can collect a variety of biological signals from human body. ... -
Development of novel site-specific imaging probes for prostate cancer detection
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)Molecular imaging is believed to play a pivotal role in decreasing cancer mortality and improving prognosis in the new era. It relies on molecular probes to image cellular or molecular abnormalities in living body. The ... -
Effect of silica fillers on bonding performance of 5th generation dental adhesive
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Dental adhesives are widely used in various direct and indirect dental restorations for bonding application. Resin adhesives have evolved through the ...