This chapter is devoted to a bio-inspired self-assembling of heterogeneous robot modules into specific topological configurations. The approach involves several algorithmic inspirations from biological regulatory networks for achieving environmental dependability and considers constraint-based optimization techniques for finding optimal connections between heterogeneous modules. Scalability and...

The efficiency of solar heterogeneous TiO2 photocatalysis and homogeneous photo-Fenton reaction for removal of Lambda Cyhalothrin, Chlorpyrifos and Diazinon from pesticide wastewater industry was investigated. The effluent quality was not complying for discharge into sewerage network. Therefore, adsorption of the remaining portions of pesticides using powdered activated carbon (PAC) was assesse...

In order to improve the outcome of schizophrenia, we must deepen our understanding of its heterogeneous aspect. At the same time, we must search for homogeneous subtypes characterized by consistent clinical aspects so that we may develop specific and more effective treatments. Researchers have long categorized schizophrenia as a syndrome manifested through a number of distinct subtypes that sha...

Due to their excellent properties, clays have been widely used in several applications, particularly in catalysis. In this paper, three clays were used as heterogeneous photo-Fenton catalysts for phenol and tyrosol oxidations. Particular attention was given to the effect of the main operating conditions on the process performance. A total conversion was obtained for both organic pollutants with...

Background & Aims of the Study: Pharmaceuticals are considered as an emerging environmental problem due to their continuous discharge and persistence to the aquatic ecosystem even at low concentrations. The purpose of this research was the investigation of advanced oxidation processes (Fenton and Fenton-like) efficiency for the removal of nonbeta lactam Antibiotics of azithromycin and clari...

Currently, the textile industry is one of the most important economic sectors in many countries. Besides, it is known as a major consumer of water and consequently one of the largest groups of industries causing intense water pollution. Chemicals, including surfactants, dyes, resins, dispersants agents, inorganic salts, etc., play a variety of functions during the textile processing and are pre...

At an initial pH of 2, while abiotic oxidation of aqueous Fe(2+) was enhanced by a flux of H2O2 at micromolar concentrations, bio-oxidation of aqueous Fe(2+) could be impeded due to oxidative stress/damage in Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans caused by Fenton reaction-derived hydroxyl radical, particularly when the molar ratio of Fe(2+) to H2O2 was low. When pyrite cubes were intermittently expose...

This study makes a comparison between Fenton, Fenton-like, photo-Fenton and photo-Fenton-like treatment methods to investigate the removal of two acid dyes. The two selected acid dyes are C.I. Acid Orange 8 (AO8) and C.I. Acid Red 17 (AR17). These were chosen as model organic contaminants. The effect of operating parameters, such as amount of Fenton’s reagent (H2O2 and Fe) and Fenton’s-like rea...

Submit Manuscript | http://medcraveonline.com the reaction called the Fenton method [1]. Early research on the Fenton reaction was mainly focused on organic synthesis, enzymatic reactions and the cell damage mechanism [2]. It was noted that in the presence of a catalyst, H2O2 can be efficiently decomposed to generate oxidative active substances with strong oxidizing power, and degrade a variety...