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Two Step Oleofuran Production from Furfural and Fatty Alcohols

Creator:: Gadinas, Nicholas L.
Abstract:: A present abundance of biomass and a decreasing supply of petroleum signal the need for efficient pathways from renewable feedstocks to high value chemicals. One such class of chemicals is oleofurans, molecules comprised of a furan ring and carbon chain which can be used to make powerful hard water surfactants....
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Step Oleofuran Production from Furfural and Fatty Alcohols by Nicholas L. Gadinas

A Fabrication Process and Analysis of ZnO-ZnS-Sb₂S3₃ Thin Film Solar Cells

Creator:: Catherall, David
Abstract:: The purpose of this research is to provide a simple fabrication method for zinc oxide and antimony sulfide based thin film solar cells. Both a ZnO nanorod electron conducting structure and a stibnite absorber show promise in a solar cell. Initial attempts at using only ZnO and Sb2S3, however, resulted...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: ., 2009, 72. 22 11 Han, J.; Liu, Z.; Zheng, X.; Guo, K.; Zhang, X.; Hong, T.; Wang, B

Cu-Ga-S/ZnS Quantum Dots with Silica Melting Gel as a Luminescent Downshifting Coating for Enhancing Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation

Creator:: Chen, Si-Hao
Abstract:: Solar cells, also known as photovoltaic devices, are a class of renewable energy systems that can convert photons into electrons without the carbon dioxide emission. Short-wavelength, high-energy photons in the ultraviolet (UV) range can't be efficiently utilized by most solar cells because of the spectral mismatch. Luminescent downshifting is a...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Advanced Solvent Purification Process Design using Aspen HYSYS and Feasibility Studies

Creator:: Meeuwsen, Rachel M.
Abstract:: High purity isopropyl alcohol (IPA) is utilized in silicon wafer manufacturing in cleaning and drying processes. With the ever-decreasing die size, there is an increased need for even higher purity chemicals. This process was designed to further purify a 250,000 lbs/month stream high purity isopropyl alcohol stream for use in...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ Nicholas AuYeung, Committee Member, representing Department of Chemical Engineering

Solvent and Dispersion Effects on the Hydrodeoxygenation of Acetic Acid on a Pd(111) Model Surface

Creator:: Rebarchik, Michael A.
Abstract:: Increased dependence on fossil fuels and concerns of anthropogenic climate change have led to increased interest in alternative energy sources. Liquid fuels derived from renewable raw materials have gained attention in recent years due to their similarity to petroleum-based fuels. Biofuels derived through hydrodeoxygenation have been found to be one...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: ) CH4, (i) H, (j) H2O, (k) OH, and (l) CH3CH3 All saturated species such as CH3COOH, CO2, and CH4

Density Functional Theory Investigation of CH Coupling and CH Hydrogenation Reactions on Different Cobalt Surface Facets and Fischer-Tropsch Temperature Swing Reactor Optimization

Creator:: Petersen, Dennis F.
Abstract:: Fischer-Tropsh Synthesis is a chemical process that converts CO and H₂ (syngas) into long stable hydrocarbon chains to use as fuel. This process suffers from large product distribution that requires expensive post processing. In this study, the reaction mechanism of hydrocarbon chain growth on Co is investigated on different surface...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: - hydrogen atom kb eV/K Boltzmann Constant kf,r 1/sec or 1/bar*sec

Low-temperature, Inkjet-printed p-Type Copper(I) Iodide-based Thin-Film Transistors

Creator:: Gorecki, Jenna Y.
Abstract:: Inkjet-printed p-type copper(I) iodide-based TFTs were successfully fabricated. As-printed copper(I) halide semiconductor films, such as CuI, CuBrI, and CuClI, were used as p-type active channel layers for TFTs. The entire process of the TFTs fabrication was maintained under 150 °C, which is compatible with flexible plastic substrates and transparent glass...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Examination of Immobilized TiO2 Nanoparticle Photocatalytic Treatment of Propylene Glycol with Concentrated Solar Energy

Creator:: Hammervold, Meredith
Abstract:: Airports are required by the Federal Aviation Administration to perform deicing of aircraft pavement during icy conditions. Until recently, there were no discharge controls in place and deicing fluid contaminated nearby water bodies from storm water runoff. EPA regulations now require airports to collect the deicing fluid and meet discharge...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Resiliency of United States Power Grids to Inclement Weather Conditions

Creator:: Trevis, Kyle R.
Abstract:: The United States depends on the electrical grid infrastructure for nearly every facet of its operation. Understanding how inclement weather affects the reliability of the grid and what the U.S. is doing to ensure its resiliency will be a key step moving forward into the 21st century as global climate...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: . Wiley Online Library, Douglas, E., McGee, K., McCullough, J. “Texas Leaders Failed to Heed Warnings

Buffering Estuarine Sediments Against Acidification

Creator:: Myers, Tristen J.
Abstract:: Globally rising anthropogenic CO₂ emissions have resulted in the increased prevalence of ocean acidification (OA) which has the potential to impact shell-forming organisms. On geologic timescales, the largest contributor to atmospheric CO₂ was volcanoes, counterbalanced by weathering and erosion, but due to increased anthropogenic emissions, these processes alone can no...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Fehrenbacher, and Dr. Nicholas AuYeung. To all of you, I appreciate the time and effort you put into

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Two Step Oleofuran Production from Furfural and Fatty Alcohols

A Fabrication Process and Analysis of ZnO-ZnS-Sb₂S3₃ Thin Film Solar Cells

Cu-Ga-S/ZnS Quantum Dots with Silica Melting Gel as a Luminescent Downshifting Coating for Enhancing Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation

Advanced Solvent Purification Process Design using Aspen HYSYS and Feasibility Studies

Solvent and Dispersion Effects on the Hydrodeoxygenation of Acetic Acid on a Pd(111) Model Surface

Density Functional Theory Investigation of CH Coupling and CH Hydrogenation Reactions on Different Cobalt Surface Facets and Fischer-Tropsch Temperature Swing Reactor Optimization

Low-temperature, Inkjet-printed p-Type Copper(I) Iodide-based Thin-Film Transistors

Examination of Immobilized TiO2 Nanoparticle Photocatalytic Treatment of Propylene Glycol with Concentrated Solar Energy

Resiliency of United States Power Grids to Inclement Weather Conditions

Buffering Estuarine Sediments Against Acidification

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