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Experimental investigation and new correlation for the bubble departure diameter of methane and ethane binary mixtures during nucleate pool boiling.

• Author(s) : LI Z., XUE H., SHEN J., ZHAO Y., GONG M.
• Publication date: 2022/05
• Languages :
• Keywords : Methane, Ethane, Bubble, Pool boiling, Correlation, Model, Joule-Thomson, Modelling, LNG, Liquefaction
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 137
• Formats : PDF

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Numerical investigation on dynamic flow characteristics of methane condensation in microchannels.

• Author(s) : SUN Y., ZHAO C., WANG H., QIU Y., GONG M., ZHAO Y.
• Publication date: 2024/11
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Methane, Microchannel, Cryogenics, Condensation, Model
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 167
• Formats : PDF

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A novel approach for safe design of a cryogenic bio-methane purification unit.

• Author(s) : BRIEND P., LEHMAN J. Y., ZICK G.
• Publication date: 2014/04/07
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Methane, Purification, Separation, Cryogenics, Distillation
• Source: Cryogenics 2014. Proceedings of the 13^th IIR International Conference: Prague, Czech Republic, April 7-11, 2014.
• Formats : PDF

Advances in cryogenic fracturing of coalbed methane reservoirs with LN2.

• Author(s) : LONGINOS S. N., WANG L., HAZLETT R.
• Publication date: 2022/12
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Methane, Liquid nitrogen, Cryogenics, Expérimentation, Modelling, Review, Coal
• Source: Energies - vol. 15 - n. 24
• Formats : PDF

Heat transfer distribution for impinging methane-air premixed flame jets.

• Author(s) : HINDASAGERI V., VEDULA R. P., PRABHU S. V.
• Publication date: 2014/12
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Methane, Tube, Heat transfer, Thermography, Air, Distribution
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 73 - n. 1

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Optimization of a methane expansion liquefaction cycle for small scale LNG plants.

• Author(s) : ARTECONI A., SANTOLINI M., BARTOLINI C. M., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/04/07
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Methane, Liquefaction, Linde, LNG, Expansion, Cycle
• Source: Cryogenics 2014. Proceedings of the 13^th IIR International Conference: Prague, Czech Republic, April 7-11, 2014.
• Formats : PDF

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An experimental study on the working characteristics of a methane-charged cryogenic loop heat pipe.

• Author(s) : GUO Y., LIN G., ZHANG H., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/05/15
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Pulse tube, Heat pipe, Methane, Expérimentation, Space, Cryocooler, Cryogenics
• Source: Cryogenics 2017. Proceedings of the 14^th IIR International Conference: Dresden, Germany, Mai 15-19, 2017.
• Formats : PDF

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Experimental study on the solid-liquid equilibrium of cryogenic methane mixture propellant.

• Author(s) : LIU B., WANG L., SHI S., LI Y., LEI G.
• Publication date: 2021/10/05
• Languages : English
• Keywords : LNG, Methane, Cryogenics, Equilibrium, Solid, Liquid, Propellant, Mixture, Subcooling, Modelling, Freezing
• Source: Cryogenics 2021 online. Proceedings of the 16^th IIR International Conference, October 5-7, 2021.
• Formats : PDF

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An efficient high cooling capacity Stirling cryocooler and its application for capturing boil-off methane from liquefied natural gas.

• Author(s) : SUN D., XU Y., SHEN Q.
• Publication date: 2024/09
• Languages : English
• Keywords : LNG, Methane, Cryocooler, Stirling, Liquefaction, Expérimentation
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 165
• Formats : PDF

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Investigations on the heat transfer enhancement of converging minitubes for methane condensation.

• Author(s) : SUN Y., WANG H., NIE F., GONG M., SHEN J.
• Publication date: 2024/04
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryogenics, Condensation, Liquefied gas, Methane, Heat transfer, Modelling, Calculation, Simulation, Heat transfer coefficient, Microchannel
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 160
• Formats : PDF

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Experimental investigation on flow condensation of zeotropic mixtures of methane/ethane in a horizontal smooth tube.

• Author(s) : ZHUANG X. R., CHEN G. F., GUO H., et al.
• Publication date: 2018/01
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Heat transfer coefficient, Methane, R50, R170, Zeotropic mixture, Expérimentation, Ethane, Flow, Condensation
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 85
• Formats : PDF

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Crystallization risk of aromatic compounds in LNG production. part I: the solubility of benzene in methane-rich mixtures down to cryogenic temperatures.

• Author(s) : CAMPESTRINI M., HOCEINI S., STRINGARI P.
• Publication date: 2023/04/25
• Languages : English
• Keywords : LNG, Crystallization, Benzene, Expérimentation, Methane, Solubility, Equilibrium, Phase
• Source: Cryogenics 2023. Proceedings of the 17^th IIR International Conference, Dresden, Germany, april 25-28 2023
• Formats : PDF

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Helium, hydrogen and methane liquefaction with Reverse-Brayton & Joule-Thomson cycles, boosted by sub-sink cooled compression and hybrid compression or coabsorbent technology ultra-low temperature refrigeration.

• Author(s) : STAICOVICI M. D.
• Publication date: 2019/08/24
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Reversed cycle, Joule-Thomson, Helium, Methane, Liquefaction, Brayton, Modelling, Hydrogen, Compression
• Source: Proceedings of the 25^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Montréal , Canada, August 24-30, 2019.
• Formats : PDF

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Experimental investigation on flow condensation of methane in a horizontal smooth tube.

• Author(s) : ZHUANG X. R., CHEN G. F., ZOU X., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/06
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 78
• Formats : PDF

Optimisation of expansion liquefaction processes using mixed refrigerant N2–CH4.

• Author(s) : DING H., SUN H., HE M.
• Publication date: 2016/01/25
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Nitrogen, Methane, Liquefaction, Optimization, Mixture, Expansion, Refrigerant
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 93

Potential impact of dichloromethane on the ozone layer recovery

In a study published in Nature Communications, Ryan Hossaini and a team of researchers consider the impact of dichloromethane (CH2CL2) on the ozone layer.

• Publication date : 2017/12/13
• Subjects: General information, HFCs alternatives, Environment

A surprising increase in the emissions of trichlorofluoromethane (R11) since 2012

An article published in Nature underlines the unexpected and persistent increase in global emissions of ozone-depleting R11.

• Publication date : 2018/06/22
• Subjects: Regulation

Flammable ice: the answer to Japan’s energy drought?

Flammable ice (or methane hydrate) could represent an interesting alternative to fossil fuels in Japan, since vast amounts of methane hydrate can be found buried deep under the ocean around the country.

• Publication date : 2018/02/06

Comparison of oxygen liquefaction methods for use on the surface of Mars

An article published in Cryogenics reviews the various methods by which oxygen (used with methane as a propellant for ascent from the planet's surface) could be liquefied and stored on the surface of Mars.

• Publication date : 2018/04/19

Slight increase in global LNG trade in 2020

Global LNG trade continued to grow in 2020 albeit at a slower pace than the previous year. Meanwhile, orders for LNG-powered vessels have increased significantly.

• Publication date : 2021/10/22
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Latest IGU report: alarming gas-to-coal switching requires low-carbon solutions

The International Gas Union (IGU) assesses the global natural gas trade in 2020-21 in a report released in May 2022. The report also discusses the need for long-term alternatives to natural gas to reduce...

• Publication date : 2022/06/21
• Subjects: Environment, Figures, economy

Latest news on LNG and bio-LNG infrastructure projects in the pipeline

At the beginning of 2022, several LNG or bio-LNG projects are underway. 

• Publication date : 2022/01/28
• Subjects: Developing country, Technology

Recent advances in hydrogen liquefaction and storage

Several review articles present a comprehensive overview of the liquid hydrogen supply chain. IIR members Linde and Air Liquide are contributing to address the global demand for...

• Publication date : 2023/06/28
• Subjects: Technology

The LNG-fuelled fleet continues to grow

According to the maritime classification and consultancy company DNV, orders for LNG-fuelled ships remained high in 2022, close to the record figure of 2021. The use of LNG as a...

• Publication date : 2023/02/20
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Briefs: NOAA Greenhouse Gas Index

Researchers at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) developed what they call a "scientifically unambiguous" index, that they say will allow them to track changes in the gases that contribute the most to the warming...

• Publication date : 2009/02/24

Underground storage of liquid CO2

Dispensing of CO2 by storing it underground usually implies placing it in aquifer rocks deep enough (-800 m) to achieve sufficient pressure to maintain the CO2 in a supercritical (fluid) phase. This approach has many shortcomings as in this form,...

• Publication date : 2006/11/15

Focus on COP 26

The Conference of the Parties (COP) 26 was held in Glasgow (UK) from 31 October to 13 November 2021. Its results, while not seeming spectacular, nevertheless reflect important developments that should be noted,...

• Publication date : 2021/11/29
• Subjects: Environment

State of the art on the flammability of HFOs

An article recently published in the IJR reviews the flammability characteristics of 48 HFOs and blends for various experimental conditions.

• Publication date : 2020/02/05

US increasing food waste

Food waste contributes to excess consumption of freshwater and fossil fuels which, along with methane and CO2 emissions from decomposing food, thus impact global climate change. In a recent paper published in the Public Library of Science ONE,...

• Publication date : 2010/03/07

Do aliens use CFCs?

What if the search for extra-terrestrial life took a new turn? A grant recently awarded to a team of scientists will finance research for "technosignatures", which would include CFCs.

• Publication date : 2020/06/29

IIR at COP29 in Baku: Week 1 in review

The first week of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, brought together global leaders, scientists, and industry stakeholders to tackle pressing climate issues. Among the key participants, the...

• Publication date : 2024/11/17

The IIR makes its mark in LNG

In line with our objective to remain at the forefront of developments in the field of cryogenics the IIR, in partnership with the lnternational Gas Union (IGU), and the Gas Technology Institute (GTI), organizes triennial LNG conferences across the...

• Publication date : 2015/10/14

IJR Editorial: Solar energy, the energy of the future for refrigeration

Solar refrigeration should become a means of providing cleaner air conditioning and developing cold chains for food and health products where they are still deficient. We need to accompany this development while...

• Publication date : 2021/01/21

IIR’s contribution and key outcomes at COP29

The International Institute of Refrigeration actively participated in COP29/CMP19/CMA6 held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 11 November to 22 November 2024, contributing to key discussions and fostering discussions...

• Publication date : 2024/12/17
• Subjects: Regulation, Environment

Liquefied Natural Gas: production process and cold energy recovery

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled to about -160 °C and turned into a liquid to facilitate transportation and storage. A typical LNG supply chain...

• Last update : 2023/06/23
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : LNG and LPG

Hydrocarbon refrigerants

Hydrocarbons such as R290 (propane), R600a (isobutane) or R1270 (propene/propylene) are low GWP non-toxic natural refrigerants with excellent thermodynamic properties. They offer an...

• Last update : 2022/06/22
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Hydrocarbons, Containment, refrigerant charge reduction

Cryogenics in the pharmaceutical industry: drug design and bioavailability improvement

Research activities in the pharmaceutical sector focus primarily on developing novel drug formulations which can elicit the desired response upon being administered to the patient...

• Last update : 2023/03/10
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Freeze-drying in biology and medicine, Cryobiology, cryomedicine: general information