Effect of different initiators on temperature-sensitive monolithic columns and application in online enrichment of β-sitosterol

Three temperature-sensitive monolithic columns were prepared by atom transfer radical polymerization and oxidation–reduction method using the initiator systems of CCl₄/FeCl₂, BPO/DMA, and APS/TEMED, respectively. The three monoliths were characterized by scanning electron microscopy, nitrogen adsorption, and thermogravimetric analysis. The obtained monolithic columns were used as on-line solid phase extraction sorbent coupled with high-performance liquid chromatography for the enrichment of β-sitosterol. By comparing some influencing factors on the adsorption, the optimum temperature-sensitive monolithic column which was initiated by CCl₄/FeCl₂ was selected for enrichment of β-sitosterol from plant oil. The maximum adsorption capacity of the monolith for β-sitosterol was 10.0031 mg/g. The limit of detection and limit of quantitation were 0.039 and 0.13 mg/mL, respectively. The recovery was in the range of 90.21–98.26%. The results showed that the monolith had better selectivity for β-sitosterol and could be used for enrichment of β-sitosterol in food samples. © 2019 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J. Appl. Polym. Sci. 2019 , 136, 47683.     

A new design strategy for DC/DC LLC resonant converter: Concept,modeling, and fabrication

In this paper, a new design procedure for LLC converter has been introduced. In fact, this method is a computer-based design algorithm based on a numerical technique. In the process of designing, the value of the resonant element is obtained by solving the LLC converter fundamental equation. This converter will be controlled by using state feedback, such as output voltage variable. As a matter of fact, in a control system, the change of output voltage (because of load variation) will affect the switching frequency, so the output voltage will be tuned. In the designing process, the fundamental equations of LLC converter are obtained, and the value of the resonant elements is calculated. Also, a comparison analysis is carried out between the proposed and typical methods. The simulation is done to investigate the validity of the proposed method. Moreover, a prototype is manufactured, and the experimental test is done to evaluate its applicability.     

Laser-assisted preparation of monolithic acidic catalysts for biomass conversion

5-(Hydroxymethyl)furfural (5-HMF) is a vital platform molecule from which a variety of high-value-added fine chemicals and polymerizable monomers can be prepared. The use of solid acids to catalyze the conversion of biomass into 5-HMF is environmentally friendly and economical. However, exploiting the high yield of 5-HMF in a highly concentrated reactant system is challenging. Herein, we present a laser-assisted method for preparing highly acidic monolithic acidic catalysts. A monolithic acidic catalyst based on metal Zr sheets was synthesized and used to catalytically convert 30 wt% fructose into 5-HMF (conversion rate: 96%; yield: 95%). The catalyst was immediately separated from the reaction solution by direct removal at the end of the reaction. Catalytic efficiency was largely unaffected after 10 cycles of use, and the same catalytic efficiency was observed after laser-regeneration, highlighting the potential industrial applicability of the developed catalyst.     

A fuel-cell/battery hybrid DC backup power system via a new high step-up three port converter

In this paper, a fuel-cell (FC)/battery hybrid direct-current (DC) backup power system is proposed for high step-up applications. This system is composed of a newly developed non-isolated three-port converter, which achieves a high voltage gain by taking the advantage of a quasi Z-source network and an energy transfer capacitor. After analyzing the converter, a comprehensive comparison study and a design procedure are provided. Moreover, the controllers regulating the source power levels while smoothing the FC power profile according to the proposed energy management strategy (EMS) are designed based on the developed small-signal model of the proposed converter. Both hardware and controller design procedures are validated through the PSIM model of the whole system. As a result, it is shown that the proposed system can effectively couple FC and battery while transferring their energies to a high voltage DC bus according to the offered EMS.     

35克素牛排单片重量控制方案探究

目的探究制定公司畅销产品大豆蛋白类食品35克素牛排的重量控制方案。方法研发人员通过查阅相关资料、采集生产与管理人员的意见、跟踪生产全程等手段获取实验方向,并通过小实验改变工艺条件和生产试验进一步验证工艺条件,探寻出了35克素牛排在生产过程中的重量变化规律、重量不稳定的主要原因及改进措施。结果 35克素牛排的单片重量与产品卤制工序呈影响极显著,与原材料重量、油炸工序差异显著。结论原材料控制在11克以上,油炸时间2分钟,最佳卤制时间10分钟,产品的单片重量合格率提高到90%以上。     

Review on non-isolated multi-input step-up converters for grid-independent hybrid electric vehicles

The increase in temperature, regulations of CO2 emissions, and the cost of conventional fuels forced the transportation industry to move towards the electrical energy sector. The increasing nature of electrification of transportation will increase the stress on the existing power system because of the charging of battery-based electric vehicles (EV). This paper briefly reviews the effect of electrification of transportation on the existing power system. The Lion's share of the EVs is battery-based, and these EVs extensively depend on Lithium. The Lithium is a non-renewable energy source just like fossil fuels, and reserves may last one day. The availability of Lithium reserves across the world and alternate for the grid-dependent EVs are illustrated in this paper. This paper also briefly discusses the fuel cell-based EVs, solar PV based EVs along with battery-based EVs and compare the battery with fuel cell.There is a significant need for research and development on grid-independent hybrid electric vehicles (GIHEV). From the last few years, the extensive part of the hybrid electric vehicles is making use of multi-input DC-DC converters to interface multiple sources to enhance the performance and reliability of the vehicle. Among different types of multi-input DC-DC converters, non-isolated multi-input DC-DC converters are best suited for low and medium power electric vehicle applications. This paper displays the synthesizing process of multi-input converters. Some of the existing efficient non-isolated multi-input high step-up DC-DC converter topologies are immensely discussed and compared. This review is intended to serve as a suitable guideline and reference for future work in the field of non-isolated multi-input high step-up DC-DC converter topologies for GIHEVs.     

A simple and effective design strategy to increase power conversion efficiency of linear charge pumps

This paper introduces a simple design strategy to increase the power efficiency of linear charge pumps. The technique exploits a voltage amplitude of the clock signal lower than the supply voltage to reduce the power conversion losses. The nominal output voltage is maintained unaltered by increasing the number of stages.     

一种射频抗电磁干扰的矿用红外温度传感器

设计了一种适用于复杂条件下实施井下温度探测的射频式红外温度传感器。借助于光学系统、光电探测器实时感应井下温度并提取温度信号,同时在DC-DC电源隔离模块中实施EMI滤波以抗电磁干扰,处理后的信号经过A/D转换、运算器放大后显示在LCD上,实施读取数据并记录在传感器的存储片上,实现了矿井复合灾害条件下的温度测试,测试精度控制在±2%。     

基于TL494 升压型DC-DC 稳压电源的设计

根据开关电源在各种电子产品中的发展趋势,介绍一种12 V转24 V的升压型DC-DC稳压电源。该电源采用TL494作为控制器件,根据其工作原理,合理选择了电源中的开关管、滤波电容、储能电感和续流二极管的参数设计,利用脉冲宽度调制技术进行电路控制,并通过控制开关管的导通时间,保持输出电压的稳定。仿真测试结果表明:该电路输出电压满载时变换效率大于70%,具有较高的安全性和可靠性。     

应用于大功率激光二极管列阵的单片集成微通道制冷热沉

介绍了一种应用于大功率激光二极管列阵的新型单片集成微通道制冷热沉.这种热沉已制造并经过测试.10叠层的激光二极管列阵的热阻为0.121℃/W.相邻两个激光条的间距是1.17mm.在20%高占空比条件下,波长为808nm左右,峰值功率可以达到611W.