• Clean Technology
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• v.14 no.2
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• pp.117-122
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• 2008

Theoretical analysis was conducted on the combustion and the NOx formation characteristics of the coal-derived synthetic gases with medium-BTU heating value. The synthetic gas was assumed to contain the major species of CO, $H_2,\;CO_2$, and $N_2$ and the minor species of $CH_4$ and $NH_3$. Through thermochemical analysis on the combustion of the synthetic gas, the flame temperature, major and minor species of exhaust gas, and thermal and fuel NOx emissions were computed. In addition, the effects of the $CH_4$ and the $NH_3$ components in syngas fuel on combustion and NOx emission were investigated. Based on the computed results on the synthetic gases, basic direction and guidelines were provided fur the low NOx design of gas turbine combustor.

• Korean Journal of Agricultural Science
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• v.32 no.2
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• pp.233-241
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• 2005

The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of odor removal such as $NH_3$, volatile organic acid (VOA) during the pig manure composting using of the Pyroligneous acid liquor (PAL). The odor removal efficiencies were evaluated throughout the dilution rates (${\times}0$, ${\times}100$, ${\times}300$) of PAL. The results of the study are as followings. $NH_3$ content in all treatments (volume 10L) was approximately 8 mg/kg in compost piles on the first day. In the case of control treatment, it was increased by 46 mg/kg within 10 days and was not detected after 25 days. In contrast, those levels in PA-100 and PA-300 treatments were similar values at 38 mg/kg within 6 days and decreased after 15 days. And GC. equipment was used to analyze the volatile organic acids (acetic acid, butyric acid, isobutyric acid, isovaleric aicd, 2,3-methylbutyric aicd, and propionic acid). The concentration of acetic acid and butyric acid were the higher than other VOAs during the initial composting day and sharply declined after 15 days. The VOAs in the control treatment were detected until 40 days, but PA-100 and PA-300 treatments were not measured after 15 days. The PA-100 in all treatments was the most effective treatment for $NH_3$ gas and VOAs reduction during composting. In addition, these studies for the odor reduction in compost manufacture process would have to research on more effective methods for the PAL utilization in agro-biological aspects.

• Korean Journal of Soil Science and Fertilizer
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• v.44 no.3
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• pp.380-386
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• 2011

Tip burn has been reported as one of the most serious physiological disorder in Chinese chives (Allium tuberosum Rottl.) cultivated in plastic film house. In this study, a physiography and chemical properties of 132 plastic film house soils were investigated to elucidate factors affecting tip burn symptom. Also influence of soil properties on tip burn was statistically determined by path analysis and association analysis including a chi-square test or logistics analysis. Probability distribution of inorganic aqueous species, such as ammonia (g) was calculated using MINTEQ program. Soil order and chemical properties, especially pH, exchangeable calcium and inorganic nitrogen, showed a significant relationship with tip burn of Chinese chives. Tip burn symptoms occur mainly in an alkaline soil classified as Alfisols. Result of linear regression and path analysis exhibited that formation of ammonia (g) from soil solution depend upon soil pH and were associated with ammonium resulting from soil organic matter or nitrate. These results indicate that tip burn symptom of Chinese chives is directly affected by ammonia gas originated from alkaline soil condition.

• Proceedings of the Korean Society for Agricultural Machinery Conference
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• 2002.02a
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• pp.383-388
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• 2002

본 연구에서 구성한 바이오필터 시스템은 암모니아 가스를 대상으로 여러 조건에서 성능을 구명하였으며, 필터 설계시 중요 인자인 송풍량, 온도, 함수율, 압력강하, 체류시간들간의 관계를 구명하였다. 필터 내부의 온도 변화는 체류시간 및 압력손실에 거의 영향을 주지 않았으며, 함수율의 변화가 체류시간과 압력손실에 미치는 영향은 함수율 값이 증가할수록 체류시간은 감소했으며 반대로 압력손실은 증가하는 결과를 보였다. 이는 필터 내부의 공극률 변화로 생긴 결과라 판단된다. 송풍량은 바이오필터 효율에 절대적으로 영향을 미치며 송풍량이 증가할수록 체류시간은 감소하며 초기 제거율도 떨어진다. 미생물의 투입 여부에 따른 제거율은 미생물 접종을 하지 않은 경우 초기 흡착에 의한 영향으로 제거율이 높다가 시간이 지남에 따라 차츰 낮아져 90% 이하로 떨어지는 경향을 보였고, 균주를 접종한 경우에 있어서는 시운전 기간 동안 거의 100% 가까운 제거 성능을 보였다. 본 연구는 실험실에서 암모니아 가스만을 대상을 하여 실험하였다. 따라서 실제 축사에서 발생하는 다양한 성분의 악취와 농도에 대한 성능 검증과 개선에 대한 연구가 보다 장기간에 걸쳐 이루어져야 할 것이다. 또한 소요되는 에너지와 운전비용의 절감 등의 유지관리, 바이오필터와 타 방식과의 조합, 그리고 다양한 전처리 방식의 개발 등 여러 측면에서 바이오필터 성능 개선에 대한 연구가 병행되어야 할 것으로 판단된다.

• Korean Chemical Engineering Research
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• v.48 no.3
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• pp.391-396
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• 2010

In this research the characteristics of ammonia removal from malodorous waste-air were investigated under various operating condition of biofiilter packed with equal volume of rubber media and compost for the efficient removal of ammonia, representative source of malodor frequently generated at compost manufacturing factory and publicly owned facilities. Then the optimum conditions were constructed to treat waste-air containing ammonia with biofilter. Biofilter was run for 30 days(experimental frequency of 2 times/day makes 60 experimental times.) with the ammonia loading from $2.18g-N/m^3/h$ to $70g-N/m^3/h$ at $30^{\circ}C$. The ammonia removal efficiency reached almost 100% for I through IV stage of run to degrade up to the ammonia loading of $17g-N/m^3/h$. However the removal efficiency dropped to 80% when ammonia loading increased to $35g-N/m^3/h$, which makes the elimination capacity of ammonia $28g-N/m^3/h$ for V stage of run. However, the removal efficiency remained 80% and the maximum elimination capacity reached $55g-N/m^3/h$ when ammonia loading was doubled $70g-N/m^3/h$ for VI stage of run. Thus the maximum elimination capacity exceeded $1,200g-N/m^3/day$(i.e., $50g-N/m^3/h$) of the experiment of biofilter packed with rock wool inoculated with night soil sludge by Kim et al.. However, the critical loading did not exceed $810g-N/m^3/day$ (i.e., $33.75g-N/m^3/h$) of the biofilter experiment by Kim et al.. The reason to exceed the maximum elimination capacity of Kim et al. may be attributed to that the rubber media used as biofilter packing material provide the better environment for the fixation of nitrifying and denitrification bacteria to its surface coated with coconut based-activated carbon powder and well-developed inner-pores, respectively.

• Membrane Journal
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• v.32 no.3
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• pp.173-180
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• 2022

Presence of ammonia in drinking water is very toxic to human health. Soluble ammonia contaminates ground water due to activities such as the use of fertilizer in crop, industrial effluents and burning of fossil fuel. Even low concentration of ammonia present in water will damage aqua environment such as marine organism. Membrane technology is an important process to remove ammonia from effectively from water. Flat sheet membrane, membrane contactor and membrane distillation are some of the methods used for water purification from ammonia. Membrane contractor is an efficient process in which ammonia is removed through liquid-gas or liquid-liquid mass transfer without change of phase unlike membrane distillation. However, the cost of ammonia removal in this method is high due to maintenance of very high pH. Zeolite has excellent ion exchange ability that enhances its ability to interact with ammonia and adsorb from wastewater. Mixed matrix membranes containing zeolite enhance the efficiency of ammonia adsorption and separation from wastewater. In this review the above discussed issues are summarized in detail.

• Journal of the Korean Society of Marine Environment & Safety
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• v.29 no.7
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• pp.964-970
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• 2023

As part of the International Maritime Organization ef orts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the maritime industry is exploring low-carbon fuels such as liquefied natural gas and methanol, as well as zero-carbon fuels such as hydrogen and ammonia, evaluating them as environmentally friendly alternatives. Particularly, ammonia has substantial operational experience as cargo on transport ships, and ammonia ship engines are expected to be available in the second half of 2024, making it relatively accessible for commercial use. However, overcoming the toxicity challenges associated with using ammonia as a fuel is imperative. Detection is possible at levels as low as 5 ppm through olfactory senses, and exposure to concentrations exceeding 300 ppm for more than 30 min can result in irreparable harm. Using the KORA program provided by the Chemical Safety Agency, an assessment of the potential risks arising from leaks during ammonia bunkering was conducted. A 1-min leak could lead to a 5 ppm impact within a radius of approximately 7.5 km, affecting key areas in Busan, a major city. Furthermore, the potentially lethal concentration of 300 ppm could have severe consequences in densely populated areas and schools near the bunkering site. Therefore, given the absence of regulations related to ammonia bunkering, the potential for widespread toxicity from even minor leaks highlights the requirement for the development of legislation. Establishing an integrated system involving local governments, fire departments, and environmental agencies is crucial for addressing the potential impacts and ensuring the safety of ammonia bunkering operations.

• Proceedings of the Korea Air Pollution Research Association Conference
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• 2000.11a
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• pp.352-353
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• 2000

악취물질은 산업의 발전과 경제성장에 따른 생활수준의 향상으로 인하여 급격히 늘어나는 대기오염 물질 중의 하나로, 악취문제는 인간의 오감을 통해서 느끼는 감각공해의 대표적인 물질이다. 악취물질의 대표적인 성분인 암모니아는 무색의 자극성이 매우 크고 부식성이 있는 알칼리 기체로 1 ppm 정도에서 감지되어 다른 악취물질보다 감지되는 농도가 높다. 또한 그 배출원이 화학공장 등의 산업시설 뿐만 아니라 양돈, 양계장 등에서도 배출되어 우리 주위에서 쉽게 감지할 수 있는 물질이다. (중략)

• KOREAN POULTRY JOURNAL
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• v.41 no.11
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• pp.171-173
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• 2009

육계농가들에게 매회 사육이 끝날 때마다 가장 큰 고민은 계사 청소일 것이다. 깔짚과 함께'떡'이 된 계분... 치우려면 인력과 시간이 많이 소모되고 새 깔짚 구입 비용도 만만치 않은데, 그렇다고 그대로 방치하고 다음 병아리를 받기에는 암모니아가스로 인한 잦은 환기와 비용, 질병에 대한 근심으로 안 치울 수도 없다. 이러한 농가들의 고민을 해결해줄 간편하고 효율적인 계사청소기가 개발되어 관심을 모으고 있다. 계사청소기 '하우스키퍼' 개발로 업계의 주목을 받고 있는 이천종합농업기계(대표 김정식)를 소개하고자 한다.

• Journal of Animal Environmental Science
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• v.13 no.2
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• pp.129-138
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• 2007

A natural deodorizing agent (NDA) was made using pine cone byproduct, and its effects on malodor emission and composting were analyzed in this study. NDA was manufactured by mixing pine cone byproduct with three species of microorganisms and water containing mineral nutrients and molasses, and then by incubating for 48 hours at $30^{\circ}C$. Lab scale experiments were done with three treatment groups, T1 (control, sawdust treatment), T2 (microorganisms and sawdust treatment group), and T3 (NDA and sawdust treatment group). During composting, temperatures reached over $55^{\circ}C$, a minimum temperature for the inactivation of pathogenic microorganisms. No differences were found in physicochemical composition of compost among treatments. However, it was observed that over usage of NDA could obstruct temperature increase, since the biodegradation rate of organic matter of NDA was relatively low, Nitrogen loss due to ammonia gas emission, which normally happens during composting, was reduced by using NDA, and hence the nitrogen level of final compost was higher in T3 than in others. During experiment, it was found that ammonia gas emission was entirely lasted through compositing duration, but the $CH_3SH$ and $H_2S$ gases were produced only at early stage of composting. The ammonia concentration trapped in $H_2SO_4$ solution during 31 days of composting in T1, T2 and T3 was 12,660mg/L, 11,598mg/L and 7,367mg/L, respectively, showing distinguishable reduction of ammonia gas emission in T3. The emissions of $CH_3SH$ and $H_2S$ gases were also remarkably reduced in T3. Based on these obtained results, usage of the deodorizing agent made with pine cone byproduct could reduce the emission of malodor during composting, without any deterioration of compost quality.