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View article: Techno-Economic Evaluation of Scalable and Sustainable Hydrogen Production Using an Innovative Molten-Phase Reactor
Techno-Economic Evaluation of Scalable and Sustainable Hydrogen Production Using an Innovative Molten-Phase Reactor Open
The transition to low-carbon energy systems requires efficient hydrogen production methods that minimise CO2 emissions. This study presents a techno-economic assessment of hydrogen production via methane pyrolysis, utilising a novel liquid…
View article: Decarbonisation pathways for industrial clusters through multi-energy systems
Decarbonisation pathways for industrial clusters through multi-energy systems Open
Decarbonising industrial clusters will lay the foundation for decarbonisation in non-cluster-based industries whilst aligning with carbon-neutral targets. Nonetheless, the technical and economic viability appraisal for appropriate decarbon…
View article: Experimental and numerical investigation to optimise liquid desiccant system for advanced air conditioning
Experimental and numerical investigation to optimise liquid desiccant system for advanced air conditioning Open
This study aims to experimentally demonstrate a liquid desiccant systems effectiveness by using thermo-chemical fluid, such as aqueous solution of calcium chloride. This study evaluated the effect of operating temperatures on air propertie…
View article: Investigation of the operating characteristics of a free-piston closed-cycle Joule engine generator with helium as working fluid
Investigation of the operating characteristics of a free-piston closed-cycle Joule engine generator with helium as working fluid Open
As an emerging micro- or small-scale energy conversion technology, linear Joule engine generators (LJEGs) combine the advantages of external combustion engines and linear generators, feature the advantages of high thermal-to-electrical eff…
View article: Hybrid renewable energy systems for sustainable power supply in remote location: Techno-economic and environmental assessment
Hybrid renewable energy systems for sustainable power supply in remote location: Techno-economic and environmental assessment Open
Electricity supply is inconsistent and unreliable in many remote areas of India, where depending solely on a single renewable energy source is impractical. In this context, this study investigates the potential of off-grid hybrid renewable…
View article: Research and innovation identified to decarbonise the maritime sector
Research and innovation identified to decarbonise the maritime sector Open
The maritime sector requires technically, environmentally, socially, and economically informed pathways to decarbonise and eliminate all emissions harmful to the environment and health. This is extremely challenging and complex, and a wide…
View article: Techno-economic analysis of solid oxide fuel cell-based energy systems for decarbonising residential power and heat in the United Kingdom
Techno-economic analysis of solid oxide fuel cell-based energy systems for decarbonising residential power and heat in the United Kingdom Open
This study examines the feasibility of using hydrogen as a clean energy source for residential consumers in the UK through a low-carbon energy hub.
View article: Assessing the techno-economic viability of a trigeneration system integrating ammonia-fuelled solid oxide fuel cell
Assessing the techno-economic viability of a trigeneration system integrating ammonia-fuelled solid oxide fuel cell Open
In recent years, ammonia has gained traction as a clean fuel alternative and a promising energy carrier. In this study, a trigeneration system fuelled by ammonia has been conceptualised, integrating a solid oxide fuel cell stack for power …
View article: Operating characteristics and design parameter optimization of permanent magnet linear generator applied to free-piston energy converter
Operating characteristics and design parameter optimization of permanent magnet linear generator applied to free-piston energy converter Open
A tubular permanent magnet linear generator (PMLG) with axial magnetized is proposed for the free-piston engine generator (FPEG). The structures and test rigs of the PMLG and FPEG prototypes are introduced. The working characteristics of t…
View article: Industrial cluster energy systems integration and management tool
Industrial cluster energy systems integration and management tool Open
Critical for achieving the United Kingdom's net-zero targets, decarbonising industrial clusters would require robust tools to assess the feasibility of decarbonisation technologies and investment solutions. This paper presents an integrate…
View article: Evaluation of decarbonisation options for heritage church buildings
Evaluation of decarbonisation options for heritage church buildings Open
Heritage church buildings are significant energy consumers and carbon emitters, but hard to decarbonise due to construction materials and designs, which presents an imperative challenge for churches that have a mission to achieve net-zero …
View article: Multi-objective optimisation of a power generation system integrating solid oxide fuel cell and recuperated supercritical carbon dioxide cycle
Multi-objective optimisation of a power generation system integrating solid oxide fuel cell and recuperated supercritical carbon dioxide cycle Open
This article presents an advanced power generation system that integrates a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) module with a recuperated supercritical CO2 (s-CO2) cycle. The waste heat generated by the exhaust of the SOFC module is utilised to d…
View article: Techno-economic analysis of large-scale green hydrogen production and storage
Techno-economic analysis of large-scale green hydrogen production and storage Open
Producing clean energy and minimising energy waste are essential to achieve the United Nations sustainable development goals such as Sustainable Development Goal 7 and 13. This research analyses the techno-economic potential of waste heat …
View article: Technology roadmap for hydrogen-fuelled transportation in the UK
Technology roadmap for hydrogen-fuelled transportation in the UK Open
Transportation is the sector responsible for the largest greenhouse gas emission in the UK. To mitigate its impact on the environment and move towards net-zero emissions by 2050, hydrogen-fuelled transportation has been explored through re…
View article: Techno-economic analysis of a fuel-cell driven integrated energy hub for decarbonising transportation
Techno-economic analysis of a fuel-cell driven integrated energy hub for decarbonising transportation Open
In this study an advanced integrated multigeneration energy hub is conceptualized combining solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC), molten carbonate fuel cell (MCFC), proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyser and methanol production unit. Using na…
View article: Life cycle assessment of microalgae-derived biodiesel
Life cycle assessment of microalgae-derived biodiesel Open
Purpose Microalgae-derived biofuels are considered a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels. Nevertheless, as with all biofuels, there is still uncertainty around their sustainability. Most life cycle assessments (LCA) of microalgae biofue…
View article: Experimental study and analysis of a novel layered packed-bed for thermal energy storage applications: A proof of concept
Experimental study and analysis of a novel layered packed-bed for thermal energy storage applications: A proof of concept Open
This paper presents a study carried out as part of commissioning and testing of world’s first grid-scale 150 kWe Pumped Heat Energy Storage (PHES) demonstration system. The system employs two novel layered packed-bed thermal stores. The pr…
View article: Demonstration system of pumped heat energy storage (PHES) and its round-trip efficiency
Demonstration system of pumped heat energy storage (PHES) and its round-trip efficiency Open
Among the known energy storage technologies aiming to increase the efficiency and stability of power grids, Pumped Heat Energy Storage (PHES) is considered by many as a promising candidate because of its flexibility, potential for scale-up…
View article: Fuel cell integrated carbon negative power generation from biomass
Fuel cell integrated carbon negative power generation from biomass Open
Combining biomass-fuelled power plant with carbon capture and storage allows CO2 to be removed from the atmosphere, considering biomass a carbon–neutral fuel. In the present study, a biomass-based CO2 negative system has been proposed, whi…
View article: A techno-economic evaluation of low-grade excess heat recovery and liquid desiccant-based temperature and humidity control in automotive paint shops
A techno-economic evaluation of low-grade excess heat recovery and liquid desiccant-based temperature and humidity control in automotive paint shops Open
The paint shop is the most energy-intensive process in an automotive manufacturing plant, with air management systems that supply air to paint booths consuming the most energy. These systems are crucial for temperature and humidity control…
View article: Liquid desiccant dehumidification and regeneration process: Advancing correlations for moisture and enthalpy effectiveness
Liquid desiccant dehumidification and regeneration process: Advancing correlations for moisture and enthalpy effectiveness Open
The paper developed correlations for predicting moisture and enthalpy effectiveness of the liquid desiccant dehumidification and regeneration process. Experimental dehumidification and regeneration data available from the literature with d…
View article: The techno-economics potential of hydrogen interconnectors for electrical energy transmission and storage
The techno-economics potential of hydrogen interconnectors for electrical energy transmission and storage Open
This research introduces a ‘Hydrogen Interconnector System’ (HIS) as a novel method for transporting electrical energy over long distances. The system takes electricity from stranded renewable energy assets, converts it to hydrogen in an e…
View article: Identification and analysis on the variation sources of a dual-cylinder free piston engine generator and their influence on system operating characteristics
Identification and analysis on the variation sources of a dual-cylinder free piston engine generator and their influence on system operating characteristics Open
Stable combustion is a huge challenge for dual-cylinder free-piston engine generator (FPEG). Combustion variations are easy to occur, because the piston movement is only affected by the forces acting on the moving parts, and there is no me…