Properties and Performance of Novel Mg(OH)-Based Coatings for Corrosion Mitigation in Concrete Sewer Pipes.

The biological activity occurring in urban sewerage systems usually leads to the (biogenic) corrosion of pipe infrastructure. Anti-corrosion coating technology was developed in an effort to protect sewer pipes from degradation. This study evaluates a new class of relatively low-cost magnesium hydroxide-based coatings, regarding their ability to adhere efficiently onto the concrete surface, and offer efficient corrosion protection.

Effect of acorn meal-water combinations on technological properties and fine structure of gluten-free bread.

Gluten-free breads were developed from rice flour and corn starch at a constant ratio 1:1 with acorn meal addition (5, 15, 25%), at three levels of water (65, 70, 75%). Acorn supplemented gluten free breads better met sensory preference than rice breads in terms of colour (brown hue was enhanced) and were also nutritionally improved in terms of total phenolics. The specific volume of breads significantly decreased with increasing acorn addition while crumb hardness was also increased.

An investigation into the structure, morphology and thermal properties of amylomaize starch-fatty acid complexes prepared at different temperatures.

Amylomaize (Hylon VII) starch-fatty acid (capric, myristic, palmitic, stearic, oleic) complexes prepared at 30, 50 or 70°C were studied using XRD, DSC, SEM, TGA and FTIR techniques. XRD diffractograms displayed the typical V-form of complexed amylose regardless the temperature of preparing the complexes. The degree of crystallinity of the complexes increased while the size of the crystals formed decreased as the preparation temperature of the complexes increased.

Morphological characteristics, oxidative stability and enzymic hydrolysis of amylose-fatty acid complexes.

Complexes of amylose with fatty acids varying in carbon chain length and degree of unsaturation were prepared at 30, 50 or 70°C by dissolving amylose in 0.1N KOH and mixing with fatty acid potassium soap solution. The complexes were obtained in solid form as precipitates after neutralization.

Contribution to the sustainable management of resources by novel combination of industrial solid residues into red ceramics.

Limited amounts of industrial residues are recycled while the remaining huge quantities are stockpiled or disposed of, thus frequently leading to soil contamination. The utilization of industrial residues as valuable secondary resources into ceramics can contribute to efficient waste management and substitution for massive amounts of natural resources (clayey minerals) demanded for ceramic production. The low cost of these residues and even possible energy savings during mixture firing may also be beneficial.