Fundamental and applied research on fracture phenomena demonstrates that interparticle comminution at high pressure consumes substantially less energy than …Web

In this paper, we propose a qualitative evaluation approach as a step towards model generator and framework evaluation. To illustrate its application, we …Web

Background A structured approach involves systematic management of trauma patients. We aim to conduct an overview of reviews about the clinical efficacy and safety of structured approach (i.e., primary and secondary survey) by guideline checklist compared to non-structured approach (i.e. clinical examination); moreover, routine …Web

3 Scopes of the articles. In general, the thematic orientation of the articles is examined ().The percentage of these orientations (given the frequency of their distribution) are included: SD indicators, SD in RE, SD definitions, renewable systems, energy and sustainability, environmentally sustainability assessment, energy security, energy …Web

Due to the environmental issues, however, reducing a building's energy consumption and providing an improved IEQ are the A c c e p t e d M a n u s c r i p t JAABE2001046CM.Web

The current technology cluster of CO2 capture is still energy-intensive which results in a substantial increase in costs, thus the efficient conversion among various forms of energy is the major ...Web

1. Introduction. A substantial amount of energy consumption and emissions have resulted in the serious environmental pollution. According to the 2017 energy efficiency survey report, the world's fossil energy demand was still growing, and global energy consumption has increased by more than 30% in general [[1], [2], [3]].Investigations …Web

Background The research field of energy system analysis is faced with the challenge of increasingly complex systems and their sustainable transition. The challenges are not only on a technical level but also connected to societal aspects. Energy system modelling plays a decisive role in this field, and model properties define how useful it is in …Web

In turn, Kanneganti et al., (2017) claim that energy management has become crucial for the industrial sector as a structured approach to lowering the cost of production and in reducing the carbon ...Web

Data center energy efficiency evaluation has piqued the interest of data center operators, decision-makers, and researchers due to the high energy consumption behavior of data centers. It is vital to understand the energy consumption composition and hierarchical structure of the data center before undertaking energy efficiency …Web

The present study is an evaluation of a relatively new non-statistical metamodel-based approach known as, High Dimensional Model Representation, with reference to existing response surface methods ...Web

In all, more research is required for distributed energy systems based on an integrated energy perspective in optimal system structure, hybrid modeling approaches, data-driven system state ...Web

The models and estimation techniques are thoroughly classified and, for each taxonomy class, a presentation of the working principles is made. A comprehensive set of metrics is then introduced for …Web

This paper is structured as follows. In Section 2, the structure of the comprehensive evaluation system and its establishing process are introduced. Section 3 describes a fuel cell electric vehicle powertrain system. Here, two energy management strategies together with their simulation results are provided for subsequent evaluation …Web

However, there is a gap in research to examine the multi-objective optimization approaches for energy storage selection based on a posteriori methods so far. Besides, a comprehensive quantitative evaluation of the criteria and sub-criteria can eliminate the impact of human factors and make the model more realistic.Web

3. Construction of GSGL-REGI multi-dimensional evaluation index system for new power system. The new power system, GSGL-REGI multi-dimensional evaluation index system, takes the "source grid load" as its internal element, which reflects that the new power system should realize real-time interaction and high integration of all links of …Web

The accuracy and efficiency of electronic-structure methods to understand, predict and design the properties of materials has driven a new paradigm in research. Simulations can greatly accelerate ...Web

Sustainability is a comprehensive concept that integrates at least three dimensions of environment, economy and society. The power system is the primary source of greenhouse gas emissions, adversely impacting environmental sustainability. It also generates necessary energy supplies, which promote economic and social sustainable …Web

This scoping review identified a significant number of structured approaches developed to inform the implementation of genomic medicine into clinical practice, with limited use of implementation science to support the process. We recommend the use of existing implementation science theory and the expertise of implementation scientists to …Web

The rapidly advancing knowledge of the interactions between people and their environment provides opportunities for designers to practice evidence-based landscape architecture (EBLA) in designing outdoor spaces. Recent studies have proposed some characteristics of successful EBLA projects, including the following: amicable skepticism; …Web

This paper presents a comprehensive state-of-the-art review of the research carried out on the energy-based structural seismic design methods. Since earthquake exerts energy to the structure, it is realistic to use the energy as the main design criteria of the structure. The energy-based seismic design method is based on the concept of …Web

The US-based National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Sandia National Laboratories use a structured innovation approach to identify and develop new wave energy converter concepts with high ...Web

The IMPACT World + method was used to quantify environmental impacts for 1 ha of greenhouse (structure and strawberry) as the functional unit. The energy results indicated that the average total energy consumption was 388,898 MJha −1 for Quonset and 658,646 MJha −1 for Spanish structures.Web

Background A further increase in renewable energy supply is needed to substitute fossil fuels and combat climate change. Each energy source and respective technologies have specific techno-economic and environmental characteristics as well as social implications. This paper presents a comprehensive approach for prospective …Web

The prepared electrode has a wide electrochemical potential window, high removal percentage and ability to operate under ambient conditions. The experimental results show that the proposed method for the mineralization of dibenzoazepine drugs has high removal percentage, so that the average removal percentage of these drugs is 95%.Web

This study reviews energy policy evaluation approaches on their capability to estimate a successful implementation of renewable energy policies. This is predominantly done via energy system modeling and analysis. Although modeling the possible success and effects is not a precondition for policy making, it is a powerful tool to support decision …Web

Building upon these levels and on decision analysis theory principles, this research proposes a structured approach to support highway agencies in the process of crafting evaluation criteria. More precise and specific evaluation criteria will enhance the proposals' ability to offer the best value, which, in turn, will enhance the best-value ...Web

There is a variety of battery models and approaches in the field of battery state and health estimation. ... Based on the T-shape structure, this paper investigates a time-varying construction of ...Web

Building an integrated energy system (IES) is an excellent solution to environmental pollution and energy consumption currently. However, there are usually various IES configurations with different performances, and it is usually difficult for the decision-makers to select the most sustainable IES solution among multiple choices. In …Web

A structured approach to the evaluation of the energy requirements of HPGR Objectives The main objective of this work is to improve the under-standing of the energy …Web

Abstract. The approach to conducting risk assessments presented in this Guideline was developed with these objectives firmly in mind. The Guideline's structured approach fully meets the risk assessment requirements imposed on the Department's ADP systems by Federal and Department computer security policy, while eliminating numerous wheel …Web

Accountability, a cornerstone of contemporary education policy, is increasingly characterized by external monitoring and an emphasis on outcomes or results. Largely absent in discussions of accountability are the voices of stakeholders who work, learn, and teach in schools and other educational institutions. This article highlights the …Web

This paper presents a comprehensive approach for prospective sustainability assessment of energy technologies developed within the Helmholtz …Web

This chapter presents guidance notes on approaches and methods for evaluators working in international development. First, we describe several prevalent methodological approaches, followed by guidance notes on specific methods and tools. The latter are further divided according to their primary function for either data collection or data analysis.Web

The comprehensive analysis of different energy conversion, storage, and transmission processes and the dynamic characteristics of distributed energy systems from a thermodynamic perspective is a crucial foundation for the future application of thermodynamic methods for modeling, analysis, and evaluation. On the one hand, the …Web

Theory-based evaluation (TBE) approaches are ex-post evaluation approaches providing insight on success and failure of policy instruments . They pay …Web

In summary, this chapter presents a methodological framework to evaluate whole energy systems (WES), which is demonstrated through a case study for a local energy system. The framework is based on the identified WES evaluation principles, namely, being multidimensional, multivectoral, systemic, futuristic, systematic and …Web

Several frameworks are already in use that support a structured approach to health research capacity development (HRCD) and address competencies that are specific to health research [7–9]. These frameworks usually incorporate the individual or team, organization or institution, and society levels [8, 10, 11]. One conclusion that can …Web

Defining implementation. Previous implementation evaluation research has focused on a single dimension of implementation; predominately fidelity i.e. the extent to which the intervention is delivered as intended, such as the structure and sequence of intervention activities or dosage (e.g. duration and frequency of the intervention; Berkel …Web