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Performance of Forward Osmosis Using Various Membranes
(2013-01)
As a result of water scarcity, increasing demand for freshwater, and energy intensive nature of the conventional desalination processes, advancing the science of desalination is crucial in the development of sustainable ...
Modeling Smartphone Power
(2013-06)
Battery technology has not advanced rapidly enough to keep pace with the growing energy demands of today's portable electronics. Leading this critical need for energy are smartphone devices which are being deployed and ...
An ANP Approach for Selecting a Sustainable Learning Technology Intervention for Development
(2013-06)
Governments in developing countries and their donors waste a significant amount of resources on non-sustainable initiatives in the name of development. Educational expenditure is no exception. For example, vast sums are ...
Modeling Water Flux in Forward Osmosis: Implications for Improved Membrane Design
(2013-05)
In efforts to make fresh water available to all people, researchers are dedicated to establish a water treatment method that will reduce the cost of production and impact on the environment. Forward osmosis desalination ...
Thermodynamic Analysis of an Integrated Hydrogen Production System Based on Solar and Nuclear Energy Sources in the UAE
(2013-12)
With the every day increase in energy prices and environmental pollution, there is a need for a reliable and sustainable fuel sources that are not hazardous to our daily lives and are economically viable. The UAE has for ...
Integrated Renewable Energy Options for HVAC-Cooling Systems
(2013-06)
The demand for energy is increasing at an unexpected rate all over the world. Most of the present worldwide energy usage is based on fossil fuel and results in continuous depletion of this resource. Conventional Heating ...
Voltage Stability Assessment of Dubai Power Grid Using a Detailed Load Model
(2013-06)
Voltage stability problem has become one of the major concerns for power utilities in recent years. This is due to the exponentially growing demands and the associated stress on the power transmission resources. Moreover, ...
Removal of Lead (II) Ions from Wastewater Using Eggplant Peels
(2013-01)
In this study, three methods have been tested for the production of eggplant peel activated charcoal (EPPAC) from eggplant peel charcoal (EPPC). A new method has also been devised which does not include continuous involvement ...
Sustainability of Composite Columns under Repeated Load and Harsh Environment
(2013-01)
Strengthening and rehabilitation are important operations for structural building to ensure sustainability. Enhancing the performance for the structural elements against the various loads and extreme conditions is the key ...
Sustainability Assessment of Machining Processes
(2013-12)
There is an increased interest in sustainability assessment of manufacturing systems and processes. Various machining practices are being proposed as sustainable and require careful investigation. The current sustainability ...