Handbook of Biorefinery Research and Technology: Production of Biofuels and Biochemicals
Author: Virendra Bisaria
Publisher: Springer Nature
Published:
Total Pages: 784
ISBN-13: 9819775868
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Handbook of Biorefinery Research and Technology: Production of Biofuels and Biochemicals
Author: Virendra Bisaria
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2024-10-28
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9789819775859
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis handbook provides a comprehensive review of the latest scientific developments through authoritative, expertly validated overviews in this field. It covers the basic principles, upfront research accomplishments as well as successful industrial applications. Each chapter is written by a domain expert which besides the in-depth review of the topic also outlines an economic outlook and future directions of research of the area. The book is structured in a way that is appropriate for advanced graduate students and professionals in diverse scientific and engineering communities including biocatalysis, genetic engineering, metabolic engineering, and bioprocess technology.
Integrated Biorefineries
Author: Paul R. Stuart
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2012-12-10
Total Pages: 873
ISBN-13: 1439803471
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIntegrated Biorefineries: Design, Analysis, and Optimization examines how to create a competitive edge in biorefinery innovation through integration into existing processes and infrastructure. Leading experts from around the world working in design, synthesis, and optimization of integrated biorefineries present the various aspects of this complex
Handbook of Biofuels Production
Author: Rafael Luque
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Published: 2022-12-05
Total Pages: 618
ISBN-13: 0323915213
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHandbook of Biofuels Production: Processes and Technologies, Third Edition provides a comprehensive and systematic reference on a range of biomass conversion processes and technologies. In response to the global increase in the use of biofuels as substitute transportation fuels, advanced chemical, biochemical and thermochemical biofuels production routes are quickly being developed. Substantial additions for this new edition include increased coverage of emerging feedstocks, including microalgae, more emphasis on by-product valorization for biofuels' production, additional chapters on emerging biofuel production methods, and co-production of biofuels and bioproducts. The book's editorial team is strengthened by the addition of an extra member, and a number of new contributors have been invited to work with authors from the first and second edition to revise existing chapters, with each offering fresh perspectives. This book is an essential reference for professional engineers in the biofuel industry as well as researchers in academia, from post-graduate level and up. - Provides systematic and detailed coverage of the processes and technologies being used in the production of first, second and third generation biofuels - Evaluates the latest advanced chemical, biochemical and thermochemical technologies, processes and production routes - Takes an integrated biorefinery approach, guiding readers through the production of biofuels and their co-products in integrated biorefineries - Includes videos of industrial production facilities and equipment, showing how complex processes and reaction apparatus work in a lab and industry setting
Evaluation and Utilization of Bioethanol Fuels. II.
Author: Ozcan Konur
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2023-12-22
Total Pages: 401
ISBN-13: 1000958736
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPresents the direct use of bioethanol fuels in electric cars and the indirect use of bioethanol fuels in electric cars in the form of biohydrogen produced from bioethanol fuels Discusses bioethanol fuel-based bioelectricity production, bioethanol fuel-based biochemical and biohydrocarbon production Discusses direct bioethanol fuel cells, bioethanol fuel electrooxidation, catalysts for bioethanol fuel oxidation, and nanotechnology applications in fuel cells Includes case studies of bioethanol fuel-based biochemical and biohydrocarbon production, nanosensors, ZnO-based nanosensors, and SnO2-based nanosensors
Handbook of Research on Algae as a Sustainable Solution for Food, Energy, and the Environment
Author: El-Sheekh, Mostafa M.
Publisher: IGI Global
Published: 2022-06-03
Total Pages: 833
ISBN-13: 1668424401
DOWNLOAD EBOOKToday's planet faces several critical problems such as resource depletion, environmental destruction, and climate change that affect all areas of life as we know it. Figuring out how to address these issues and prioritizing Earth’s health has been at the forefront of study as it is a key issue that affects us all. One element that requires further investigation is algae regarding its potential for creating a more sustainable future across the food, energy, and environmental sectors. The Handbook of Research on Algae as a Sustainable Solution for Food, Energy, and the Environment provides insight into the biotechnological and biorefinery aspects of algae together with their unique applications in the agriculture and pharmaceutical industry. Furthermore, this book considers the biological and biotechnological processes happening in the cultivation and harvesting of algae, DNA sequencing, and genomics of algae. Moreover, it examines the bio-remediation aspects of algae and its utilization to produce biofuels, methane, hydrogen, and other useful renewable sources of energy, thereby contributing to environmental sustainability. Covering topics such as cell biology and food science, this reference work is ideal for academicians, researchers, industry professionals, scholars, practitioners, instructors, and students.
Biofuels Production and Processing Technology
Author: M.R. Riazi
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2017-10-10
Total Pages: 690
ISBN-13: 1498778941
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe importance of biofuels in greening the transport sector in the future is unquestionable, given the limited available fossil energy resources, the environmental issues associated to the utilization of fossil fuels, and the increasing attention to security of supply. This comprehensive reference presents the latest technology in all aspects of biofuels production, processing, properties, raw materials, and related economic and environmental aspects. Presenting the application of methods and technology with minimum math and theory, it compiles a wide range of topics not usually covered in one single book. It discusses development of new catalysts, reactors, controllers, simulators, online analyzers, and waste minimization as well as design and operational aspects of processing units and financial and economic aspects. The book rounds out by describing properties, specifications, and quality of various biofuel products and new advances and trends towards future technology.
Production of Top 12 Biochemicals Selected by USDOE from Renewable Resources
Author: Anuj K. Chandel
Publisher: Elsevier
Published: 2021-10-13
Total Pages: 476
ISBN-13: 012823654X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKProduction of Top 12 Biochemicals Selected by USDOE from Renewable Resources: Status and Innovation covers all important technological aspects of the production of biochemicals from renewable feedstock. All the important technological aspects of biomass conversion for example biomass pretreatment, enzymatic hydrolysis for cellulosic sugars production followed by the fermentation into chemicals and downstream recovery of the products is reviewed. Recent technological advancements in suitable microorganism development, bioprocess engineering for biomass conversion for cellulosic sugars production and various fermentation strategies and downstream recovery of these top 12 products is presented. Each bio-chemical selected by US Department of Energy i.e. ethanol, xylitol/sorbitol, furans (5-HMF, 2,5-FDCA,), glycerol & its derivatives, hydrocarbons) isoprene, iso-butadienes and others), lactic acid, succinic acid, 3-hydroxy propionic acid, levulinic acid and biohydrogen/biogas is included in a single book chapter. In addition to the technical aspects of these 12 biochemicals, general technological challenges dealing with lignocellulose refining, perspectives and solutions are elaborated in the book. Also, life cycle analysis, techno-economic viability, and sustainability index of biofuels/biochemicals are comprehensively reviewed in the book. - covers uniquely designed scientific and technical literature on USDOE top listed biochemicals production with clear images and tables in the context of biomass valorisation - Includes the clear and simplistic illustration of technological updates on biomass processing, system biology, microbial fermentation, catalysis, regeneration and monitoring of renewable energy and chemicals production - Presents fast and reliable source of information on techno-economic analysis, life cycle analysis, technological scouting at industrial scale - Entails fundamental aspects, recent developments in production of renewable chemicals as building block materials for commodity chemicals production
Environmental Sustainability of Biofuels
Author: Khalid Rehman Hakeem
Publisher: Elsevier
Published: 2022-11-30
Total Pages: 418
ISBN-13: 0323998070
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEnvironmental Sustainability of Biofuels: Prospects and Challenges provides a comprehensive sustainability analysis of biofuels based on lifecycle analysis and develops various multi-dimensional decision-making techniques for prioritizing biofuel production technologies. Taking a transversal approach, the book combines lifecycle sustainability assessment, lifecycle assessment, lifecycle costing analysis, social lifecycle assessment, sustainability metrics, triple bottom lines, operational research methods, and supply chain designs for investigating the critical factors and critical enablers that influence the sustainable development of biofuel industry. This book will be a valuable resource for students, researchers and practitioners seeking to deepen their knowledge of biofuels as an alternative fuel. It will equip researchers and policymakers in the energy sector with the scientific methodology and metrics needed to develop strategies for a viable sustainability transition. - Provides decision-making and planning tools for the bioenergy sector - Focuses on the applied aspects of environmental sustainability, offering a guide to the implementation of standard and new analyses in the commercial sector - Gives readers the tools to understand the implications of policy and regulation in different locations rather than providing location-specific information that is quickly out-of-date
Handbook of Biofuels
Author: Sanjay Sahay
Publisher: Academic Press
Published: 2021-10-31
Total Pages: 692
ISBN-13: 0128231335
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHandbook of Biofuels looks at the many new developments in various type of bioenergy, along with the significant constraints in their production and/or applications. Beyond introducing current approaches and possible future directions of research, this title covers sources and processing of raw materials to downstream processing, constraints involved and research approaches to address and overcome these needs. Different combinations of products from the biorefinery are included, along with the material to answer questions surrounding the optimum process conditions for conversion of different feedstocks to bioenergy, the basis for choosing conversion technology, and what bioenergy products make economic sense. With chapters on the techno-economic analysis of biofuel production and concepts and step-by-step approaches in bioenergy processing, the objective of this book is to present a comprehensive and all-encompassing reference about bioenergy to students, teachers, researchers and professionals. - Reviews all existing and emerging technologies surrounding the production of advanced biofuels, including biodiesel and bioethanol - Includes biofuel applications with compatible global application case studies - Offers new pathways for converting biomass
