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Article A Novel ORC-PEM Integrated System for Sustainable Hydrogen Production from Low-Grade Waste Heat in Oil Refineries(Elsevier, 2025) Nazerifard, Reza; Mohammadpourfard, Mousa; Zarghami, RezaThis study presents an integrated multi-generation system for sustainable hydrogen production by harnessing low-grade waste heat from the overhead stream of the NHT unit's stripper column in an oil refinery. The proposed system integrates an ORC with a PEM electrolyzer, forming a novel energy solution that efficiently converts waste heat into clean hydrogen through electricity generation. A detailed model of the proposed system is developed, enabling a comprehensive assessment of its performance from thermodynamic, economic, and environmental viewpoints. At the same time, key operational parameters are optimized using the RSM-BBD method to minimize the hydrogen production cost, thereby enhancing the system's economic viability and practical implementation. The results demonstrated that the system achieves a yearly hydrogen production of 304.53 tons under optimized conditions, for 2.36 $/kg. The integrated system's overall energy and exergy efficiencies are calculated at 8.62 % and 33.43 %, respectively, demonstrating its high thermodynamic performance. Additionally, the system mitigates 3047 tons of CO2 annually by displacing conventional hydrogen production methods.Article Reversibility and Entropy in Bubbling Fluidized Beds: A Recurrence-Based Analysis(Elsevier, 2026) Zarghami, Reza; Mohammadpourfard, Mousa; Akkurt, Gulden GokcenNonlinear time series analysis techniques were applied to characterize bubbling fluidization. The delay method was used to reconstruct the state space attractor and analyze the reconstructed state space. The experiments were carried out in a laboratory-scale fluidized bed, operated under ambient conditions and with various sizes of particles, settled bed heights, measurement heights, and superficial gas velocities. The reversibility of the gas-solid fluidized bed hydrodynamics was investigated using pressure fluctuations by recurrence plot analysis. The anti-diagonal lines of the recurrence plot (RP) were regarded as a measure of reversibility. It was shown that the reversibility versus gas velocity has a concave shape in the bubbling regime. The highest reversibility occurs at velocities remarkably lower than the turbulent transition velocity. In addition, reversibility increases as the size of the particles increases. The Kolmogorov entropy was also estimated to confirm the reversibility analysis in the state space domain. In addition, the average cycle frequency and wideband energy in the frequency domain were also used to clarify the results in the state domain. It was found that a minimum in average cycle frequency, wideband energy, and entropy with an increase in the velocity corresponds to the transition between macro-structures and finer structures of the fluidization system. This minimum was primarily found in the macro-structures of the bubbling fluidization system. These findings can provide a practical tool for the optimal design and operation of the fluidized bed.Article Citation - WoS: 4Citation - Scopus: 4Zn/Na Co-Doped Hydroxyapatites: Synthesis, Antibacterial, and Bioactivity Studies(Elsevier Science Sa, 2025) Samadi, Hamed; Pakchin, Parvin Samadi; Mohammadpourfard, Mousa; Adibkia, KhosroThe most crucial challenge of post-orthopedic surgery is related to bacterial film formation, which leads to implant failure. In this work, zinc/sodium (Zn/Na) co-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (HA NPs) with different Zn/Na concentrations, including 1, 3, and 5 mol.% were synthesized using a hydrothermal method. Several analyses such as X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and N2 ad/desorption were used to pinpoint the properties of as-prepared materials. Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FE-SEM) and EDX analysis demonstrated that the HA NPs possess an average size of about 30-40 nm and hexagonal morphology with no impurity. XRD patterns confirm that by the increasing amounts of Zn/Na, the crystal size of samples was decreased. FT-IR affirms the correct doping of metal ions. Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) results of co-doped samples demonstrated a microporous structure, which can improve fluid flow in the inner structure of implants. The colony-forming unit (CFU) method conducted the antibacterial test, which confirmed that 5 mol.% Zn/Na co-doped HA NPs showed the highest antibacterial properties against Escherichia coli (PTCC 1276) (E. coli). Cytotoxicity results affirmed that 1 and 3mol.% Zn/Na co-doped HA NPs demonstrated low toxicity. Bioactivity tests revealed that the Zn/Na co-doped samples showed a higher ability to facilitate bone marrow stem cells; thus, improving the proliferation after the immersion in simulated body fluid (SBF). Therefore, Zn/Na co-doped HA NPs could be a promising candidate for bone tissue engineering applications.Article Citation - WoS: 4Citation - Scopus: 5A Smart Building Energy Management Incorporating Clustering-Based Tariffs in the Presence of Domestic Solar Energy, Battery, and Electric Vehicle(Pergamon-elsevier Science Ltd, 2024) Alilou, Masoud; Mohammadi-ivatloo, Behnam; Mohammadpourfard, MousaSmart buildings play a crucial role in optimizing energy management within the power network. As end-users of the power network, they have the ability to not only reduce economic costs for householders but also modify the technical indices of the power network. To promote efficient device management in smart homes (SH), demand response programs are recommended for consumers. This research investigates the application of clusteringbased electricity pricing strategy aimed at effectively managing the energy devices of a residential smart home. The utilized method categorizes the electricity tariff into five rates according to the clustering of the realtime pricing program. Ward's clustering method is utilized to cluster and determine new electricity tariffs. The primary goal of the energy management program is to minimize the building's energy cost, which is accomplished through the utilization of the multi-verse optimizer. The smart home consists of essential and manageable appliances, a photovoltaic panel (PV), a sodium-sulfur (NaS) battery, and an electric vehicle (EV). The initial parameters of the PV and EV are modeled stochastically by their probability distribution functions and calculated using the Latin hypercube sampling algorithm. The smart building's performance is assessed by taking into account various demand response programs. The numerical results present that the application of the clusteringbased management method has resulted in a significant reduction of 23-43 % in the electricity cost of smart homes. Additionally, the smart home exhibits a more linear consumption pattern when considering the electricity tariffs based on the clustering approach.Review Citation - WoS: 21Citation - Scopus: 23A Comprehensive Review of Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation Studies in Phase Change Materials: Applications, Materials, and Geometries(Springer, 2023) Soodmand, A. Mohammadian; Azimi, B.; Nejatbakhsh, S.; Pourpasha, H.; Farshchi, M. Ebrahimi; Aghdasinia, H.; Mohammadpourfard, Mousa; Heris, S. ZeinaliThermal energy storage systems (TESS) have emerged as significant global concerns in the design and optimization of devices and processes aimed at maximizing energy utilization, minimizing energy loss, and reducing dependence on fossil fuel energy for both environmental and economic reasons. Phase change materials (PCMs) are widely recognized as promising candidates due to their high latent heat storage (LHS) capacity. This review thoroughly evaluates the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) studies conducted in various sections, encompassing materials, modeling, simulation, as well as the results, advantages, and disadvantages of these works. The study is organized into three distinct sections. The first section discusses the applications of PCMs in various areas, including lithium-ion batteries, solar applications, building applications, electronics, and heating and cooling systems. The second section provides a comprehensive summary of cylindrical, rectangular, spherical, arbitrary shapes, and packed-bed geometries employed in TESS. The third section investigates the different types of materials used as PCMs. Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that industrial applications of hybrid nanocomposites incorporating PCMs in different geometries pose challenges, particularly in three-dimensional (3D) settings, where instability becomes a significant concern. Hence, further research and investigation are necessary to address these challenges adequately. In conclusion, this study serves as a reference review for future research endeavors in the field of simulating various PCMs in different geometries and applications. It provides valuable insights into the current state of knowledge, highlights potential areas for improvement, and offers guidance for advancing simulation techniques related to PCMs.Article Citation - WoS: 103Citation - Scopus: 113Preparation and Characterizations of Tio2/Zno Nanohybrid and Its Application in Photocatalytic Degradation of Tetracycline in Wastewater(Elsevier, 2023) Zeinali Heris, Saeed; Etemadi, Martin; Mousavi, Seyed Borhan; Mohammadpourfard, Mousa; Ramavandi, BahmanThe photodegradation of tetracycline antibiotics (TC) in an aqueous solution, using the TiO2 nanoparticles, ZnO microparticles, and TiO2/ZnO composite under the UV lamp in a continuous reactor, was performed. The effects of different parameters, such as the initial TC concentration, medium pH, ratio of each photocatalyst, and the flow rate were comprehensively studied. SEM, EDX, and XRD characterization techniques were employed to study the morphology and structure features of the prepared composite. The results revealed that a more significant amount of TC is not easily removed from wastewater. Furthermore, by increasing the pH of the medium to 11, the efficiency of TC degradation was increased, while the amount of removal remained stable at higher pH values. As the flow rate increased up to 190 mL/min, the removal efficiency increased; however, at higher flow rates, lower efficiency was obtained. Moreover, using multivariate analysis and response surface methodology (RSM), a model for removing TC and the effect of experimental parameters on removal efficiency was proposed. The optimal conditions using the RSM method were found to be the reduction efficiency of 78.94 % in pH = 11 (flow rate of 132 mL/min, and TiO2 concentration of 323 mg) and reduction efficiency of 75.89% in pH = 9 (flow rate of 143.19 mL/min and TiO2 concentration of 312.73 mg). © 2023 Elsevier B.V.Article Citation - WoS: 7Citation - Scopus: 7Comprehensive Thermoeconomic Study of a New Solar Thermosyphon-Assisted Multigeneration System(Elsevier, 2023) Anamaq, Rasoul Najafi; Khani, Leyla; Mohammadpourfard, Mousa; Heris, Saeed Zeinali; Gökçen Akkurt, GüldenNowadays, due to the global energy crisis, limited reservoirs of fossil fuels, and their negative environmental effects, the use of renewable energy sources and multigeneration systems have become good alternatives for conventional thermodynamic systems. One of these resources, whose technology has developed rapidly in recent years, is the use of solar energy for the simultaneous generation of various products. Therefore, in this research, a multigeneration system with several subsystems is introduced. The proposed system includes a solar energy collector to receive thermal energy, two thermal energy storage tanks, an organic Rankine cycle, and a Kalina cycle to generate electricity, a multi-effect distillation unit to produce fresh water, an electrolyzer to produce hydrogen, as well as heat recovery for hot water and hot air generation. In this multigeneration system, the cooling unit is designed with the help of a thermosyphon. The performance of the proposed system is studied from energy, exergy, environmental, and exergoeconomic viewpoints using Aspen HYSYS and EES software. The obtained results show that due to the addition of the thermosyphon unit to the refrigeration system, the exergy efficiency increases from 55.62% to 70.26%. As a result of this combination, the performance of the whole system is improved and the amount of costs are reduced. In addition, the parabolic collector system has the highest exergy destruction ratio, 39%, among the subsystems. Furthermore, the results of the exergoeconomic analysis indicate that the PEM water heater with 33.3% and the ejector with 22.7% own the highest cost destruction rates.Article Citation - WoS: 45Citation - Scopus: 31Highly Efficient Treatment of Petrochemical Spent Caustic Effluent Via Electro-Fenton Process for Cod and Toc Removal: Optimization and Experimental(Springer, 2023) Gholami, Asma; Mousavi, Seyed Borhan; Heris, Saeed Zeinali; Mohammadpourfard, MousaCaustic is commonly used in oil and gas refineries to remove CO2, H2S, organic sulfur, and acidic compounds; however, spent caustic must be treated considering the type of wastewater in refinery and petrochemical units due to their hazardous characteristics. This research aims to reduce the chemical oxygen demand (COD) and the total organic carbon (TOC) from the used caustic effluent of the olefin unit of Ilam Petrochemical Company employing the electro-Fenton method. The affecting parameters, such as H2O2 concentration, reaction time, pH, and current density on the COD and TOC removal rate, were investigated. An experimental design by response surface methodology (RSM) based on the Box–Behnken method with the considered factors was considered to study the setup’s effectiveness and optimize the conditions. The outcomes revealed that by increasing the H2O2 concentration from 11 to 18 mgL, the COD removal efficiency was enhanced from 68 to 93%. On the other hand, by increasing the reaction time after 15 min, the COD and TOC removal efficiency decreased. The same trend was observed by increasing the current density after the optimal value. The optimal conditions were acquired at pH = 4, current density = 20 mAcm2, H2O2 concentration = 18 mgL, and reaction time = 15 min. The promising results confirmed that the electro-Fenton could be an excellent treatment technique in Ilam Petrochemical Unit as a spent caustic treatment. © 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature.