Design, Construction, and Experimental Evaluation of a Monopropellant Powered Free Piston Hydraulic Pump

2003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Justin W. Raade ◽  
Timothy G. McGee ◽  
H. Kazerooni
Keyword(s):  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Mobile Robotics ◽  
Hydraulic Fluid ◽  
Hydraulic Pump ◽  
High Concentration ◽  
Free Piston ◽  
Hot Gas ◽  
Piston Cylinder ◽  
Human Scale ◽  
Design Construction

A monopropellant powered free piston hydraulic pump (FPHP) was designed as a human scale (1.0 to 3.0 kW) mobile robotics power supply. The FPHP utilized high concentration hydrogen peroxide, which decomposes into hot gas when exposed to a catalyst, as the monopropellant energy source. Energy was extracted from the hydrogen peroxide and transferred directly to hydraulic fluid by expanding the hot decomposition gas in an integrated piston/cylinder arrangement. The prototype FPHP successfully produced 50 W of hydraulic power by pumping hydraulic fluid at an average pressure of 6.5 MPa (940 psi) and flow rate of 0.48 liters/min (0.13 gallons/min).

Monopropellant-Driven Free Piston Hydraulic Pump for Mobile Robotic Systems

2004 ◽  
Vol 126 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-81 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy G. McGee ◽  
Justin W. Raade ◽  
H. Kazerooni
Keyword(s):  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
Thermodynamic Analysis ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Power Supply ◽  
Robotic Systems ◽  
Hydraulic Fluid ◽  
Hydraulic Pump ◽  
Free Piston

The authors present a novel power supply for mobile robotic systems. A monopropellant (e.g., hydrogen peroxide) decomposes into high temperature gases, which drive a free piston hydraulic pump (FPHP). The elimination of fuel/oxidizer mixing allows the design of simple, lightweight systems capable of operation in oxygen free environments. A thermodynamic analysis has been performed, and an experimental FPHP has been built and tested. The prototype successfully pumped hydraulic fluid, although the flow rate was limited by the off-the-shelf components used.

Theoretical Analysis and Experimental Verification of a Monopropellant Driven Free Piston Hydraulic Pump

2003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy G. McGee ◽  
Justin W. Raade ◽  
H. Kazerooni
Keyword(s):  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Experimental Verification ◽  
Power Supply ◽  
Robotic Systems ◽  
Hydraulic Fluid ◽  
Hydraulic Pump ◽  
Free Piston

The authors present a novel power supply for mobile robotic systems. A monopropellant (e.g. hydrogen peroxide) decomposes into high temperature gases, which drive a free piston hydraulic pump (FPHP). The elimination of fuel/oxidizer mixing allows the design of simple, lightweight systems capable of operation in oxygen free environments. A thermodynamic analysis has been performed, and an experimental FPHP has been built and tested. The prototype successfully pumped hydraulic fluid, although the flow rate was limited by the off-the-shelf components used.

scholarly journals Effects of Millimolar Steady-State Hydrogen Peroxide Exposure on Inflammatory and Redox Gene Expression in Immune Cells from Humans with Metabolic Syndrome

Nutrients ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. 1920 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carla Busquets-Cortés ◽  
Xavier Capó ◽  
Emma Argelich ◽  
Miguel Ferrer ◽  
David Mateos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Immune Cells ◽  
Mononuclear Cells ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Mitochondrial Dynamics ◽  
High Concentration ◽  
Anti Inflammatory ◽  
Related Proteins

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) such as hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) can exert opposed effects depending on the dosage: low levels can be involved in signalling and adaptive processes, while higher levels can exert deleterious effects in cells and tissues. Our aim was to emulate a chronic ex vivo oxidative stress situation through a 2 h exposure of immune cells to sustained H2O2 produced by glucose oxidase (GOX), at high or low production rate, in order to determine dissimilar responses of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and neutrophils on ROS and cytokine production, and mitochondrial dynamics-related proteins, pro/anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant gene expression. Immune cells were obtained from subjects with metabolic syndrome. H2O2 at low concentrations can trigger a transient anti-inflammatory adiponectin secretion and reduced gene expression of toll-like receptors (TLRs) in PBMCs but may act as a stimulator of proinflammatory genes (IL6, IL8) and mitochondrial dynamics-related proteins (Mtf2, NRF2, Tfam). H2O2 at a high concentration enhances the expression of pro-inflammatory genes (TLR2 and IL1β) and diminishes the expression of mitochondrial dynamics-related proteins (Mtf1, Tfam) and antioxidant enzymes (Cu/Zn SOD) in PBMCs. The GOX treatments produce dissimilar changes in immune cells: Neutrophils were more resistant to H2O2 effects and exhibited a more constant response in terms of gene expression than PBMCs. We observe emerging roles of H2O2 in mitochondrial dynamics and redox and inflammation processes in immune cells.

scholarly journals Modeling and Optimization Study of a Tightly Integrated Rotary Electric Motor-Hydraulic Pump

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Garrett R. Bohach ◽  
Nishanth ◽  
Eric Severson ◽  
James D. Van de Ven
Keyword(s):  
Electric Motor ◽  
Piston Pump ◽  
Valve Timing ◽  
Hydraulic Pump ◽  
Detailed Model ◽  
Flow Rates ◽  
Design And Optimization ◽  
Piston Cylinder ◽  
Optimization Study ◽  
Four Quadrant

Abstract To meet the growing trend of electrification of mechanical systems, this paper presents a compactly integrated electric motor and hydraulic pump. The proposed application for this machine requires high flow rates at low pressure differentials and four quadrant operation. The hydraulic pump architecture selected for this machine is a radial ball piston pump. An inside impinged version of this architecture allows for efficient filling of the chambers and is radial balanced, both of which allow highspeed operation for increased power density. The radial ball piston pump is less expensive to manufacture and is radially more compact than a standard radial cylindrical piston pump. A model of the pump and the integrated electric motor have been created to study scaling relationships and drive detailed design and optimization. The scaling study considers how displacement is affected by pump diameter, and how the diameter and required torque change with angular velocity. The detailed model considers the effect of valve timing, piston-cylinder clearance, and pump geometry on the efficiency. The model is then exercised in an optimization of the machine parameters.

scholarly journals Influence of Fluoride Concentration and pH Value of 35% Hydrogen Peroxide on the Hardness, Roughness and Morphology of Bovine Enamel

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 392-398 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wilcilene Costa Nascimento ◽  
Yasmin do Socorro Batista de Lima Gomes ◽  
Larissa Dias Alexandrino ◽  
Hilton Tulio Costi ◽  
José Otávio Carrera Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Morphological Changes ◽  
Fluoride Concentration ◽  
Knoop Hardness ◽  
Scanning Electron Micrographs ◽  
High Concentration ◽  
Acidic Group ◽  
Bovine Enamel

ABSTRACT Aim The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effects of different sodium fluoride (NaF) concentrations and pH values on the Knoop hardness (KHN), surface roughness (SR), and morphology of bovine incisors bleached with 35% hydrogen peroxide (HP). Materials and methods Sixty-five bovine incisors were fragmented (5 mm2 × 2 mm) and distributed in 5 groups: Control (unbleached), Low NaF/Acidic (35% HP + 1.3% NaF, pH 5.5), Low NaF/Neutral (35% HP + 1.3% NaF, pH 7.0), High NaF/ Acidic (35% HP + 2% NaF, pH 5.5), and High NaF/Neutral (35% HP + 2% NaF, pH 7.0). KHN analysis was performed with a microhardness tester under a load of 25 gf for 5 seconds. The average SR was obtained with a rugosimeter. KHN and SR were analyzed before and after treatments. For morphological analysis, specimens were dehydrated and gold-sputtered, and scanning electron micrographs were obtained and analyzed by 3 examiners with a double-blinded technique. KHN and SR results were analyzed by one-way ANOVA and Tukey's test (p < 0.05). Results Only the Low NaF/Acidic and Low NaF/Neutral groups showed significant differences between the initial and final KHN values. All bleached groups presented significant differences between the initial and final SR values. Among the bleached groups, the least and most morphological changes were shown by the High NaF/Neutral and the Low NaF/Acidic group, respectively. Conclusion Treatment with 35% HP and 2% NaF at pH 7.0 promoted the least changes in morphology, hardness and roughness among the bleached groups. Clinical significance In-office bleaching with high-concentration HP and 2% NaF at neutral pH promoted the least changes in enamel hardness, SR, and morphology compared to other treatments. How to cite this article Nascimento WC, Gomes YSBL, Alexandrino LD, Costi HT, Silva JOC Jr, Silva CM. Influence of Fluoride Concentration and pH Value of 35% Hydrogen Peroxide on the Hardness, Roughness and Morphology of Bovine Enamel. J Contemp Dent Pract 2014;15(4):392-398.

Aero Engine Concepts Beyond 2030: Part 2 — The Free-Piston Composite Cycle Engine

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sascha Kaiser ◽  
Oliver Schmitz ◽  
Hermann Klingels
Keyword(s):  
Gas Turbine ◽  
Combustion Process ◽  
Climate Impact ◽  
Mechanical Transmission ◽  
Gas Generator ◽  
Free Piston ◽  
Piston Cylinder ◽  
Aero Engine ◽  
Readiness Level ◽  
Engine Concept

Abstract Recognizing the attention currently devoted to the environmental impact of aviation, this three-part publication series introduces two new aircraft propulsion concepts for the timeframe beyond 2030. Part one focuses on the steam injecting and recovering aero engine concept. This second part presents the free-piston composite cycle engine concept. A third publication, building upon those two concepts, presents the project which aims for demonstrating the proof of concept with numerical simulation and test-bench experiments up to a technology readiness level of three. The free-piston composite cycle engine concept is composed of a gas turbine topped with a free-piston system. The latter is a self-powered gas generator in which the internal combustion process drives an integrated air compressor. Here, several free-piston engines replace the high-pressure core of the gas turbine. Through the ability to work at much higher temperatures and pressures, the overall system efficiency can be increased significantly, and fuel burn as well as CO2 emissions reduce. The proposed free-piston composite cycle engine design is described in detail, and the sources of thermodynamic benefits are stated. Concrete engineering solutions consider the implementation into an aircraft. The free-piston design enables lower weight and size compared to a crankshaft-bound piston engine, as no mechanical transmission and lubrication system is required. The absence of a crankshaft and connecting rods eliminates reactive forces, reduces mechanical losses, and allows higher mean piston velocities. Facilitated through air lubrication, higher cylinder temperatures are viable. The reduction of heat losses enables cooling of the piston-cylinder with core fluid. The use of a sequential combustion chamber can enhance operability and tailor the production of NOx in low-altitude operation. A discussion of emissions affecting the environment shows the potential to reduce the climate impact of aviation.

Efficient hydrogen peroxide synthesis by metal-free polyterthiophene via photoelectrocatalytic dioxygen reduction

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 238-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wenjun Fan ◽  
Bingqing Zhang ◽  
Xiaoyu Wang ◽  
Weiguang Ma ◽  
Deng Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Oxygen Reduction ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
High Concentration ◽  
Metal Free ◽  
Dioxygen Reduction ◽  
Polymeric Semiconductor ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide Synthesis

We demonstrate the metal-free polymeric semiconductor pTTh as a selective and efficient photocathode for photoelectrochemical oxygen reduction to a high concentration of H2O2 in a cost-effective way.

A-101, a Proprietary Topical Formulation of High-Concentration Hydrogen Peroxide Solution

2018 ◽  
Vol 44 (3) ◽  
pp. 330-340 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet C. DuBois ◽  
Michael Jarratt ◽  
Brian B. Beger ◽  
Mark Bradshaw ◽  
Christopher V. Powala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide Solution ◽  
Topical Formulation ◽  
High Concentration
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