College
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Date of Last Revision
2023-05-05 14:08:55
Major
Chemical Engineering
Honors Course
4200 497-001
Number of Credits
3
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2022
Abstract
The applications of sorbent compounds in conjunction with amines and other additives is an innovative method at combating CO2 pollution. An ideal solution would use an amine sorbent to trap the high levels of absorbed CO2 with a low binding energy (less than 45 kJ/mol) and subsequently release them into a stored vessel at ambient temperature with a vacuum swing adsorption system. Attempts at finding a best mixture will be conducted through the usage of a vacuum swing system, utilizing a bed syringe containing the sorbent mix and a vacuum syringe to pull on and subsequently release the CO2 into a measuring apparatus. Methods of data analysis including IR spectroscopy, CO2 concentration analyzers, volume expansion, and liquid bubbling will be the primary methods focused on quantifying and investigating such a composition. The main goal of this project is to find a best combination of sorbent and chemicals to contain and release CO2, with a secondary objective of determining a best method of analysis for further research into the subject matter.
Research Sponsor
Dr. Steven Chuang
First Reader
Dr. Ruel McKenzie
Second Reader
Dr. Chelsea Monty-Bromer
Honors Faculty Advisor
Dr. Donald Visco
Recommended Citation
Billy, Sean, "Amino-polymer for CO2 Capture by Vacuum Swing Adsorption" (2022). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 1599.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/1599
Included in
Biochemical and Biomolecular Engineering Commons, Polymer and Organic Materials Commons, Polymer Science Commons