Y.S. Lin

Bio: Y.S. Lin is an academic researcher from Arizona State University. The author has contributed to research in topics: Membrane & Permeation. The author has an hindex of 71, co-authored 304 publications receiving 16100 citations. Previous affiliations of Y.S. Lin include University of Cincinnati & McMaster University.

Adsorption and Diffusion of Carbon Dioxide on Metal−Organic Framework (MOF-5)

Abstract: Adsorption equilibrium and diffusion of CO2 on microporous metal−organic frameworks (MOF-5, or IRMOF-1) crystals were experimentally studied by the gravimetric method in the pressure range up to 1 atm. The MOF-5 crystal cubes of about 40−60 μm in sizes were synthesized by the solvothermal method. Freundlich adsorption isotherm equation can fit well CO2 adsorption isotherms on MOF-5, with isosteric heat of adsorption of about 34 kJ/mol. Diffusion coefficient of CO2 in the MOF-5 is in the range of 8.1−11.5 × 10−9 cm2/s in 295−331K with activation energy of 7.61 kJ/mol. MOF-5 offers attractive adsorption properties as an adsorbent for separation of CO2 from flue gas.

Mechanism of high-temperature CO2 sorption on lithium zirconate.

Abstract: Lithium zirconate (Li2ZrO3) is one of the most promising materials for CO2 separation from flue gas at high temperature. This material is known to be able to absorb a large amount of CO2 at around 400-700 degrees C. However, the mechanism of the CO2 sorption/desorption process on Li2ZrO3 is not known yet. In this study, we examined the CO2 sorption/desorption mechanism on Li2ZrO3 by analyzing the phase and microstructure change of Li2ZrO3 during the CO2 sorption/desorption process with the help of thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and X-ray diffraction (XRD) analyses. Li2ZrO3 powders were prepared from lithium carbonate (Li2CO3) and zirconium oxide (ZrO2) by the solid-state method, and the CO2 sorption/desorption property was examined by TGA. It was shown that pure Li2ZrO3 absorbs a large amount of CO2 at high temperature with a slow sorption rate. Addition of potassium carbonate (K2CO3) and Li2CO3 in the Li2ZrO3 remarkably improves the CO2 sorption rate of the Li2ZrO3 materials. DSC analysis for the CO2 sorption process indicates that doped lithium/potassium carbonate is in the liquid state during the CO2 sorption process and plays an important role in improving the CO2 uptake rate. XRD analysis for phase and structure change during the sorption/desorption process shows that the reaction between Li2ZrO3 and CO2 is reversible. Considering all data obtained in this study, we proposed a double-shell model to describe the mechanism of the CO2 sorption/desorption on both pure and modified Li2ZrO3.

Carbon Dioxide Capture in Metal–Organic Frameworks

Abstract: Kenji Sumida, David L. Rogow, Jarad A. Mason, Thomas M. McDonald, Eric D. Bloch, Zoey R. Herm, Tae-Hyun Bae, Jeffrey R. Long

Membrane Technology and Applications

Abstract: Overview of membrane science and technology membrane transport theory membrane and modules concentration polarization reverse osmosis ultrafiltration microfiltration gas separation pervaporation ion exchange membrane processes - electrodialysis carrier facilitated transport medical applications of membranes other membranes processed.

Ceramic Fuel Cells

Abstract: A ceramic fuel cell in an all solid-state energy conversion device that produces electricity by electrochemically combining fuel and oxidant gases across an ionic conducting oxide. Current ceramic fuel cells use an oxygen-ion conductor or a proton conductor as the electrolyte and operate at high temperatures (>600°C). Ceramic fuel cells, commonly referred to as solid-oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), are presently under development for a variety of power generation applications. This paper reviews the science and technology of ceramic fuel cells and discusses the critical issues posed by the development of this type of fuel cell. The emphasis is given to the discussion of component materials (especially, ZrO2 electrolyte, nickel/ZrO2 cermet anode, LaMnO3 cathode, and LaCrO3 interconnect), gas reactions at the electrodes, stack designs, and processing techniques used in the fabrication of required ceramic structures.

Carbon Dioxide Capture: Prospects for New Materials

Abstract: The escalating level of atmospheric carbon dioxide is one of the most pressing environmental concerns of our age. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) from large point sources such as power plants is one option for reducing anthropogenic CO(2) emissions; however, currently the capture alone will increase the energy requirements of a plant by 25-40%. This Review highlights the challenges for capture technologies which have the greatest likelihood of reducing CO(2) emissions to the atmosphere, namely postcombustion (predominantly CO(2)/N(2) separation), precombustion (CO(2)/H(2)) capture, and natural gas sweetening (CO(2)/CH(4)). The key factor which underlies significant advancements lies in improved materials that perform the separations. In this regard, the most recent developments and emerging concepts in CO(2) separations by solvent absorption, chemical and physical adsorption, and membranes, amongst others, will be discussed, with particular attention on progress in the burgeoning field of metal-organic frameworks.