Mid-Infrared Spectroscopy and Machine Learning for Chlorogenic Acid Quantification in Coffee
To predict chlorogenic acid (CGA) concentration in coffee during roasting, a machine learning algorithm was applied to mid-infrared (MIR) data.
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Uniform Gas Flow Distribution into Several Partial Flows under Consideration of Closable Outlets
Achieving a uniform distribution of a gas flow into a specific number of partial flows poses a challenge in various fields and can be accomplished using static flow distributors.
Utilization of Waste Materials Using the Müller–Kühne Process—A Life Cycle Inventory Study
The declining availability of sulfuric acid in Europe potentially creates a critical raw material gap.
Forschungsprojekt CircuPEM entwickelt Kreislaufwirtschaft für PEM-Elektrolyse
Das Forschungsprojekt CircuPEM will kritische Rohstoffe der PEM-Elektrolyse im Kreislauf führen und die Wasserstoffproduktion unabhängiger von Importen machen. Fördersumme: 2,9 Mio. EUR.
Experimental Parameter Study of the Factors Influencing Dry Dispersion Using Laser Diffraction
The optimization of dispersion processes is crucial for the particle size of the end product and the increase in efficiency of such processes.
A Versatile Setup for Determining Hydrogen and Oxygen Crossover of Electrolyzer Membranes and MEAs
Hydrogen and oxygen crossover in polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolyzers is critical for both operational safety and product gas purity.
AI- and Image-Based Analysis of Emulsification Processes: Opportunities and Challenges
Smart sensor systems for process analysis are of special interest in process industry.
DEXPI 2.0: Synergistic Integration of PFD and P&ID in a Unified Digital Model
With DEXPI 2.0, the DEXPI association aims to release its specifications for BFDs/PFDs (DEXPI Process) and P&IDs (DEXPI Plant) in one overarching package the first time.
Applying Quality by Design to Digital Twin Supported Scale-Up in Modular Plants
In the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries, faster time-to-process is a significant measure of success.
An Efficient and Unified Modeling Framework for Trickle Bed Reactors: A Modular Approach
Trickle bed reactors (TBRs) involve complex and multiscale dynamics that challenge their design, modeling, and optimization.
Machine Learning–Enhanced Fischer–Tropsch Synthesis
Optimizing Catalysts and Process Conditions for Efficient Fuel Production
Hydrogen from Biogas: Dynamic Modeling of an Integrated Shift Reactor
A dynamic, pseudo-homogeneous, two-dimensional reactor model of an integrated shift reactor for the production of hydrogen from biogas is developed.
Cellulose-Based Adsorbents for Decontamination of Multi-Pollutant Contaminated Waters
Porous spherical adsorbents based on natural biopolymers, pure and co-doped with activated carbon (AC), were prepared via dropping cum non-solvent-induced phase separation from ionic liquid–based solution.
Untersuchungen zur Aufbereitung von Gießerei-Altsand-Regenerierstäuben mittels Abweiseradsichter
In Grünsandgießereien werden die verwendeten Formsande zur bestmöglichen Ressourcenschonung so lange wie möglich im Kreislauf geführt und mit Zuschlagstoffen wie z. B. Bentonit und Glanzkohlenstoffbildner sowie weiteren Sandsystemen aufgefrischt.
Foundation Model for Determining Suitable Process Parameters in Twin-Screw Extrusion
Extrusion is a complex process, and identifying suitable process parameters to achieve specific product or process properties is often a time-consuming manual task, which hinders automation and requires specialized staff.
Operator and Management Support for Improving Energy and Material Efficiency in the Chemical Industry
Chemical plants are important consumers of energy and of feedstock and auxiliary materials. Operating them in the most energy- and resource-efficient manner has been the focus of the industry for a long time but there is still room for improvement.
Untersuchungen zur Aufbereitung von Gießerei-Altsand-Regenerierstäuben mittels Abweiseradsichter
In Grünsandgießereien werden die verwendeten Formsande zur bestmöglichen Ressourcenschonung so lange wie möglich im Kreislauf geführt und mit Zuschlagstoffen aufgefrischt.
Foundation Model for Determining Suitable Process Parameters in Twin-Screw Extrusion
Extrusion is a complex process, and identifying suitable process parameters to achieve specific product or process properties is often a time-consuming manual task.
Operator and Management Support for Improving Energy and Material Efficiency in the Chemical Industry
Chemical plants are important consumers of energy and of feedstock and auxiliary materials. Operating them in the most energy- and resource-efficient manner has been the focus of the industry.
Cellulose-Based Adsorbents for Decontamination of Multi-Pollutant Contaminated Waters
Porous spherical adsorbents based on natural biopolymers, pure and co-doped with activated carbon (AC), were prepared via dropping cum non-solvent-induced phase separation from ionic liquid–based solution.
Batterierecycling: RWTH Aachen entwickelt vollautomatisierte Demontage für nachhaltige Kreislaufwirtschaft
RWTH Aachen entwickelt automatisierte Systeme für Batterierecycling: Von der effizienten Demontage über Zellenreparatur bis zur Materialrückgewinnung - für nachhaltige E-Mobilität der Zukunft.
An Upscaling Method in Drying System Design: From Single Sample Kinetic to Dryer Models
An upscaling methodology for designing convective drying systems is presented, specifically focusing on tray and belt dryers of sliced food.
Reviewing the Challenges Toward Sustainable and Carbon-Neutral E-Fuels
Decarbonizing transportation, especially aviation, shipping, and trucking, is challenging.
CO2-Responsive Polymers for Membrane Applications: Synthesis and Adsorption Performance
The pressing need to address climate change has driven research into novel CO2 capture materials.
Measurement of Dissolved Gas Content in a Hydrocarbon-Based Liquid Using Gas Chromatography
The content of dissolved gases in a working liquid can influence outgassing and system properties.
Mit Nanotröpfchen zur effizienten Wirkstoffforschung
Die Entwicklung neuer Medikamente ist bislang ein langwieriger und kostspieliger Prozess – vor allem für kleinere Forschungseinrichtungen.
Recyclingverfahren für trockenprozessierte Kathoden entwickelt
Ein entscheidender Schritt, um die Produktion von Batteriezellen umweltfreundlicher und kostengünstiger zu gestalten, sind innovative Produktionsprozesse.
Kunststoffe im Kreislauf: Fraunhofer IVV zeigt lösungsmittelbasiertes Recycling auf der K 2025
Wie sich Kunststoffe aus komplexen Gemischen effizient zurückgewinnen lassen, demonstriert das Fraunhofer-Institut für Verfahrenstechnik und Verpackung IVV auf der Messe K vom 8. bis 15. Oktober 2025 in Düsseldorf.
Start-ups als Treiber der Energiewende: Chancen, Herausforderungen und Erfolgsfaktoren
Die Rolle von Start-ups im dynamischen Energiesektor wächst stetig. Sie bringen frische Ideen, neue Technologien und innovative Geschäftsmodelle in ein Umfeld, das durch Wandel und Regulierung geprägt ist.
A Framework for the Development of Soft Sensors for Process Plants
By monitoring sensors, problematic system states in process engineering plants and production lines can be detected and corrected before significant damage occurs.
Green Ammonia as a Decentralized, Cross-Sector Energy Vector for the German Energy Transition
The significance of ammonia as a carbon-free energy carrier is increasing amid the energy transition, especially for long-distance transport.
Process X – A Data Space for the Process Industry
The need for improved resilience, increased efficiency in production chains, and the need to raise resource efficiency require more cross-company information exchange.
Zirkularität – Die Herausforderung des Chemieingenieurwesens
Die Erreichung der Klimaneutralität der chemischen Industrie erfordert einen grundlegenden Umbau der Wertschöpfungsketten in 20 Jahren.
Brennstoffzellen in Serie: Fraunhofer-Forschung ebnet Weg zur Massenproduktion
Die Brennstoffzelle gilt als Hoffnungsträger für eine klimafreundliche Energiezukunft – sei es im Verkehr, in der Industrie oder bei der dezentralen Stromversorgung.
CO2-Based Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis Toward Aviation Fuel Components Using a Na-Promoted Fe Catalyst
The CO2-based Fischer-Tropsch synthesis toward liquid hydrocarbons was investigated using a Na-promoted Fe catalyst recently engineered for a high carbon chain growth.
