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Journal : World Chemical Engineering Journal

The Influence of Natural Bayah Zeolite on the Pyrolysis Process of Liquid Fuel Based on HDPE and PP Plastic Waste Heri Heriyanto; Endang Suhendi; Muhammad Yusril Nasheh; Muhammad Fathi Rizqillah; Wardalia Wardalia; Hendrini Pujiastuti
World Chemical Engineering Journal Vol 8, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Chemical Engineering Department, University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62870/wcej.v8i1.26617

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Pyrolysis is a decomposition reaction method involving the heating of a material with little or no oxygen. The objectives of this research are to utilize plastic waste for the production of liquid fuel and determine the optimal conditions for maximizing liquid fuel yield. The pyrolysis method was used at a temperature of 350°C for 300 minutes with High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Polypropylene (PP) plastic as raw materials in composition variations of 7:3, 5:5, and 3:7, and the Bayah natural zeolite catalyst was activated and varied in amounts of 0%, 3%, and 5%. The analysis included yield tests, density tests, viscosity tests, calorific value tests, and the composition analysis of the liquid product yield.The results of this research indicated that the highest liquid product yield was obtained with a composition of 30% HDPE, 70% PP, and 0% catalyst, achieving a yield of 66.4%. It was concluded that the activated Bayah natural zeolite catalyst was not sufficiently effective in the pyrolysis process at a temperature of 300°C. The highest density and viscosity values were obtained with a composition of 70% HDPE, 30% PP, and 0% catalyst, which were 0.764 g/cm³ and 0.789 cP, respectively. The highest calorific value was obtained with a 50% HDPE and 50% PP composition, reaching 10,978.8 Cal/g. The composition analysis of the liquid product yield for a 70% HDPE and 30% PP composition resulted in 42% gasoline and 58% kerosene. For a 30% HDPE and 70% PP composition, the yield was 30% gasoline, 62% kerosene, and 8% diesel.
Engineering and Fabrication of TiO2 Photocatalyst: review Hendrini Pujiastuti; Indar Kustiningsih
World Chemical Engineering Journal Vol 8, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Chemical Engineering Department, University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62870/wcej.v8i1.25787

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The photocatalytic reactions occurring on the surface of TiO2 photocatalysts are crucial factors determining the kinetics and mechanisms of photocatalytic reactions. Photocatalyst engineering, especially of TiO2, is important due to various applications in photocatalytic processes. This review paper presents the engineering of materials and fabrication processes for TiO2 photocatalysts. Material catalyst engineering includes the development of TiO2 composites with magnetic materials, other additives, and doping. With the development of the chitosan-TiO2 coating to create the nanocomposite film, red grapes could be effectively protected against microbial infection and have their shelf life increased. F-doping on TiO₂ can increase the amount of photocatalytic oxidative species, encourage electron separation, and improve visible light absorption. To improve the effectiveness of removing the photocatalyst from the treated liquid waste once the procedure is finished, magnetic particles are added to photocatalysts. Fabrication methods for TiO2 modification to obtain specific crystal structures, including hydrothermal methods, anodization, and template-assisted techniques, will also be discussed. Another important factor is the duration of the hydrothermal treatment; nanotubes are generated after more than 12 hours. In contrast to diluted solutions, longer nanotubes will be produced during the Ti anodization process when concentrated electrolyte solutions, such as ethylene glycol and glycerol, are used.