Wastewater heat recovery systems for sustainable building energy efficiency and decarbonization: A comprehensive review with practical insights
July 2027
Growing energy demand and carbon emissions pose a major challenge to the building environment, particularly in addressing heating and cooling needs sustainably. In this context, wastewater is recognized...
Enhanced prediction of reservoir porosity and permeability via a Second Spectrum-inspired hybrid framework integrating LSTM, Random Forest, and SHAP
July 2027
Accurate prediction of reservoir porosity and permeability from wireline well logs remain a central challenge in subsurface characterization, owing to the nonlinear, non-stationary, and spatially autocorrelated...
Characterization of shale gas adsorption behavior based on the gravimetric method
May 2027
Based on gravimetric isothermal adsorption experiments, methane adsorption isotherms were obtained under different temperature and pressure conditions. High-pressure adsorption models were used to investigate...
Determining the robust drivers of CO2 emissions in Africa: Machine learning and panel econometric evidence on the Environmental Kuznets Curve hypothesis
May 2027
One of the primary greenhouse gases linked to global warming is carbon dioxide. This study investigates the determinants of carbon dioxide emissions in 29 African countries over the period 1990–2023...
Sedimentary facies modeling driven by morphodynamic sedimentary simulation under sparse-well conditions
May 2027
Offshore oil and gas fields have become an increasingly important domain for reserve additions and production growth. However, sparse well control and limited-quality seismic data impose significant...
Advanced optimization problems and solution methods for renewable energy integration - A bibliometric review
May 2027
The worldwide shift to sustainable energy supply has led to extensive incorporation of renewable energy sources into modern power systems incorporating specifically with wind-turbine and solar-photovoltaic...
Experimental comparison of dual-stage organic Rankine cycle and organic Rankine flash cycle for low-temperature geothermal power generation
May 2027
Organic Rankine cycle (ORC) has gained increasing attention in thermal power generation, but with a relatively low efficiency due to the irreversible loss of the evaporation process. In order to improve...
Design and simulation of a renewable energy-based microgrid for Accra Technical University
May 2027
Rising electricity costs, coupled with the unreliability of the supply, are big challenges facing higher learning institutions in developing nations, where the use of fossil fuels in centralized power...
Numerical investigation on percussive cutting of Hubei hot dry rock using conical cutter under varying impact parameters
May 2027
As the development of geothermal resources in medium to deep dry hot rock formations progresses, traditional drilling technologies face numerous challenges posed by high-strength hard rocks. These challenges,...
Overcoming geothermal development barriers in Indonesia: A narrative policy review of sedimentary basin-based geothermal development
May 2027
Indonesia possesses the world's largest geothermal resource potential, yet its utilization remains disproportionately low. This study conducted a narrative policy review and strategic assessment using...
Where does the exergy go? Risk-aware irreversibility mapping of a PCM-buffered solar photovoltaic-thermal/geothermal ventilation system
May 2027
This study answers a practical question in renewable ventilation design: where does the exergy go when solar–geothermal preconditioning is combined with latent thermal buffering? A hybrid ventilation...
Prediction and optimization of drill string torque and drag in horizontal wells based on dynamic friction coefficient testing
May 2027
With the large-scale development of unconventional oil and gas resources, extended-reach horizontal wells have been increasingly utilized in shale reservoirs. However, excessive torque and drag caused...
Evaluating structural controls as seismic hazard potential through joint mapping and kinematic analysis: West Rand Gold Mine, South Africa
May 2027
This study investigates the structural characteristics of joint sets and their potential influence on seismic hazard at the West Rand Gold Mine, South Africa. A total of 144 systematic 2 m × 2 m window-mapping...
The impact of ideality assumption on biomethane upgrading model
May 2027
While most research rely on ideal-gas assumptions without ensuring their accuracy, simulation of adsorption-based biomethane upgrading can lower experimental costs and enhance process analysis. In the...
Prediction of shale brittleness index by genetic algorithm optimization random forest algorithm
May 2027
The brittleness index (BI) is a key parameter for determining whether shale is compressible. Accurately predicting BI during CO2 storage is beneficial for evaluating shale's reservoir and cap rock properties...
CFD analysis of thermophysical characterization & performance optimization of a solar updraft tower utilising multi-composition gas mixtures
May 2027
The thermophysical behaviour of the solar working fluid plays an important role on the performance of the solar chimney. This work presents the results of a systematic Reynolds-averaged computational...
Enhanced loss of circulation prediction using Sea Lion-optimized machine learning models
May 2027
Lost circulation is a major drilling challenge that increases cost and non-productive time and is influenced by different parameters. This study develops and evaluates machine learning models for predicting...
Localization challenges and technological gaps in cleaning robots for fixed-tilt coplanar photovoltaic arrays: A review and perspective
May 2027
Accurate and reliable localization is crucial for autonomous mobile robots performing cleaning operations on coplanar photovoltaic arrays at fixed tilt angles, where smooth glass surfaces, repetitive...
Integrated wind uncertainty and incentive-based demand response framework for electricity market operation using probabilistic, robust, and fuzzy optimisation
May 2027
The greater the integration of wind energy, the more uncertainty is introduced into electricity markets, affecting dispatch decisions, price formation, and system reliability. At the same time, incentive-based...
Unveiling the thermodynamic performance of nano-enhanced bio-PCM for improved efficiency in solar cooling systems
May 2027
Nano-enhanced bio-based phase change materials have emerged as promising thermal management materials for solar cooling applications because of their ability to improve heat transfer and thermal energy...
Post-combustion carbon capture in the cement industry: A critical review of its decarbonization potential
May 2027
The cement industry is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for nearly 7% of global anthropogenic CO2 emissions. As cement demand continues to rise, rapid and substantial emission...
Heterogeneity, petro-fabric and petrophysical subdivision of the El Garia Formation (Ypresian, Tunisia): Implications for CO2 storage
May 2027
Assessing and evaluating each reservoir suitability for carbon dioxide storage (CCS) prior to injection is crucial to ensure safe and long-term geologic carbon storage. Rock physics is a key technique...
Designing wave farms to support mangrove restoration: A coupled hydro-morphodynamic and habitat suitability modelling approach
March 2027
Wave farms are increasingly proposed for hybrid coastal infrastructure, offering both renewable energy generation and shoreline protection. However, their potential to enable ecological restoration,...
Enhancement of atmospheric water generator performance by exploiting historical underground spaces
March 2027
Many Mediterranean countries are facing a severe water crisis due to climate change both in Southern Europe, Northern Africa and Middle East. One possible solution to mitigate this problem could be...
Design implications of ground properties and operating conditions for geothermal cooling in hot-humid and arid regions: A case study of Bahrain
March 2027
This study assesses the feasibility of geothermal cooling for residential buildings in hot-humid and arid regions, using Bahrain as a representative case. Unlike studies relying on commercial software,...
