Performance enhancement of photovoltaic systems using a North–South single-axis solar tracker in Lebanon
January 2026
Because of its scalability, adaptability, and zero-emission operation, photovoltaic (PV) technology has become a key component of sustainable energy production. However, due to the inability to consistently...
The control effect of burial evolution time limit on the organic matter pore structure of shale: A case study of the lower Silurian Longmaxi Formation shale from the periphery of the Sichuan Basin in southern China
January 2026
The most critical reservoir spaces in shale formations are organic matter (OM) pores, predominantly governed by thermal maturation processes. Notably, the Lower Silurian Longmaxi shale exhibits comparable...
Machine learning-based real-time lithology prediction from drilling acoustic signals
January 2026
Accurate lithology classification is essential for optimizing drilling operations and improving reservoir understanding. Conventional well logging methods often suffer from delays, limiting real-time...
Feasibility of PEM electrolysis using seawater for on-site hydrogen production at the port of New York and New Jersey
January 2026
This study evaluates the real-world feasibility of deploying on-site hydrogen production at the Port of New York and New Jersey using seawater-fed proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis under hard...
Wireless power transfer in offshore renewable energy: A review of technologies, challenges, and future directions
January 2026
The growing demand for sustainable and reliable energy solutions in remote coastal regions has sparked significant interest in offshore renewable energy systems, including floating solar arrays, wind...
Ensemble learning for well logging evaluation of the hybrid shale brittleness index: A case from the Gaoyou sag, Subei basin
January 2026
Accurate evaluation of the brittleness index (BI) is crucial for optimizing hydraulic fracturing during the extraction of hydrocarbon fluids in hybrid shale reservoirs, yet conventional petrophysical...
Machine learning applied to geochemical missing data of the Vaca Muerta unconventional reservoir: dealing with small sample sizes and heterogeneity
January 2026
Geochemical data provide comprehensive insights into reservoir chemistry, commonly obtained from well logs or through the laboratory analysis of core or cuttings samples. Data may be missing from certain...
Thermal performance of masonry solar distillation unit
January 2026
This study aims to assess the thermal efficiency and freshwater production of a brick-based solar distillation system in Udaipur, India (24°35′7″ N, 73°42′45″ E). An experimental test was carried out...
Multi-objective optimization of distributed generation in electrical grids using an adaptive chaotic salp swarm algorithm
January 2026
This research introduces an Adaptive Chaotic Salp Swarm Algorithm (AC-SSA) for optimizing the placement and sizing of Distributed Generation (DG) units in radial distribution networks. The proposed...
Unraveling tight gas migration and accumulation mechanisms via Raman-based single-inclusion carbon isotopes and paleo-pressure reconstruction: A case study of the Jurassic Shaximiao formation, Sichuan basin
January 2026
The innovative application of Raman spectroscopy for single-inclusion carbon isotope analysis represents a key advancement in understanding the migration and enrichment mechanisms of tight gas. In this...
Forecasting wind speed over multiple horizons: Superiority of deep learning and decomposition-driven hybrid models
January 2026
Accurate wind speed forecasting impacts grid stability, energy pricing, and ability to replace fossil fuels with clean power, however, stochastic nature and nonlinearity of wind make prediction a challenge....
Prediction of pressure build-up distribution and geomechanical analysis in a CO2 sequestration reservoir using optimized artificial intelligence models
January 2026
Injecting carbon dioxide into geological formations is a common method, but it carries significant geomechanical risks due to pore pressure buildup. This pressure increase can cause caprock failure,...
A review on microgrid control: Conventional, advanced and intelligent control approaches
January 2026
A microgrid is an advanced, small-scale power grid comprising conventional and non-conventional generation units, loads, and controllers. One of the reasons behind the growing interest and research...
Modeling and simulation of hybrid fuzzy-PID and model predictive control for enhanced dual-axis photovoltaic tracking precision
January 2026
This paper presents a comprehensive evaluation of several control strategies for dual-axis solar tracking systems, including proportional–integral–derivative, fuzzy logic, fuzzy–PID, and fuzzy–PID enhanced...
Modeling capillary bound water in limestone reservoirs
January 2026
Precise evaluation of capillary bound water is critical for accurate hydrocarbon reserve estimation and reliable forecasting of reservoir behavior. Traditional laboratory techniques and empirical models...
Modeling geothermal reservoirs permeability based upon NMR laboratory data
January 2026
Accurate permeability characterization is crucial for the efficient and sustainable development of geothermal resources. However, conventional methods like well testing and core analysis are often expensive...
Comparative impact of cold water and thermochemical cooling methods on breakdown pressure for improved stimulation in unconventional formations
January 2026
High breakdown pressure poses a significant challenges in terms of pumping pressure and associated costs during stimulation operations in unconventional reservoirs. These reservoirs are characterized...
Advanced Optimization Approaches for Demand Side Management in Renewable Energy Generation System
Available online 8 January 2026
Demand Side Optimization (DSO) is a critical approach to enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability by actively managing and reducing energy consumption at the consumer level. This study investigates...
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Available online 6 January 2026
Robust Multi-Time-Scale Scheduling of Microgrids with Renewable Energy Interpretation and Bidirectionally Controlled Electric Vehicles Using Adaptive Harris Hawks Optimization
Available online 3 January 2026
The increasing penetration of renewable energy sources and bidirectionally controlled electric vehicles into microgrids introduces significant uncertainty in generation output, electricity market prices,...
Real Time Implementation for Robust Adaptive Sliding Mode Predictive Control of PMSM
Available online 2 January 2026
Model Predictive Control is recognized as a promising approach for electric drives, with particular interest in the development of robust and high-performance predictive models. In this work, we propose...
Application and Research Progress of Artificial Intelligence in Shale Gas Exploration and Development
Available online 29 December 2025
As a crucial unconventional energy resource, shale gas has attracted significant attention. The successful application of artificial intelligence (AI) technology plays a vital role in advancing shale...
Laboratory evaluation of an innovative polyfraction nanoemulsion for enhanced oil recovery in carbonate reservoirs
October 2025
Polymers and nanoemulsions are frequently employed to boost enhanced oil recovery (EOR) systems' performance. Several physical phenomena that are essential to the process can be used in a synergistic...
Kaolinite origins and distinctive influences on deep-buried reservoir: A case study of Pinghu Formation in Xihu Depression, offshore China
October 2025
Substantial hydrocarbons in deep-buried reservoirs are challenged by diagenetically induced heterogeneity, hindering the identification of sweet-spot prospects. Despite being a common diagenetic mineral,...
Thermoelectric system optimization for waste heat energy recovery in building kitchen hoods
October 2025
Unutilized thermal energy is a prevalent issue, particularly in cooking-related activities within kitchens. Thermoelectric technology presents a viable solution by converting this wasted heat into alternative...
