Milani, Dia - University of Sydney - School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

研究领域

At the intersection of engineering, science, economics and management, Dr Milani believes that mathematical modelling can provide significant insights into the design and performance of complex systems. His approach simplifies the complexities of real systems by segregating sub-systems that affect the performance of the whole system, and builds reliable mathematical and computational models to better understand the impact and optimisation of design variables on overall system performance. "One of my key research interests is on utilising renewable energy in optimizing atmospheric water capture within human comfort (temperature) zone. This is a major issue in hot and humid regions around the world, where excessive heat is often confronted by increasing fossil-based power demand for air-conditioning. Ironically, in this unsustainable process, the quality condensate water is also neglected or wasted. "My overarching focus is on integrating renewable energy resources into large-scale power infrastructures and industrial processes. My ultimate goal is to cut capex-opex requirements and simultaneously reduce the carbon footprint on our environment. I am very passionate about utilising unwanted carbon dioxide as a feedstock that can be converted to a variety of commodity chemicals, fuels and building blocks for other products. My research into power-plant carbon capture (PCC) shows a high integration potential for captured and purified CO2 streams in other industries. For example, utilizing captured CO2 into methanol and DME synthesis will significantly reduce the resource intake and carbon emission of the integrated processes. "I have been colloborating with the engineering and scientific community at the University of Sydney since 2007. This is a very motivating and stimulating environment for my work."

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Luu, M., Milani, D., Abbas, A. (2016). Analysis of CO2 utilization for methanol synthesis integrated with enhanced gas recovery. Journal of Cleaner Production, 112, 3540-3554. [More Information] Luu, M., Milani, D., Wake, M., Abbas, A. (2016). Analysis of di-methyl ether production routes: Process performance evaluations at various syngas compositions. Chemical Engineering Science, 149, 143-155. [More Information] Luu, M., Milani, D., Sharma, M., Zeaiter, J., Abbas, A. (2016). Model-based analysis of CO₂ revalorization for di-methyl ether synthesis driven by solar catalytic reforming. Applied Energy, 177(1), 863-878. [More Information] Tumilar, A., Sharma, M., Milani, D., Abbas, A. (2016). Modeling and Simulation Environments for Sustainable Low-Carbon Energy Production – A Review. Chemical Product and Process Modeling, 11(2), 97-124. [More Information] Milani, D., Abbas, A. (2016). Multiscale modeling and performance analysis of evacuated tube collectors for solar water heaters using diffuse flat reflector. Renewable Energy, 86, 360-374. [More Information] Luu, M., Milani, D., Bahadori, A., Abbas, A. (2015). A comparative study of CO2 utilization in methanol synthesis with various syngas production technologies. Journal of CO2 Utilization, 12, 62-76. [More Information] Milani, D., Khalilpour, R., Zahedi, G., Abbas, A. (2015). A model-based analysis of CO2 utilization in methanol synthesis plant. Journal of CO2 Utilization, 10, 12-22. [More Information] Parvareh, F., Milani, D., Sharma, M., Chiesa, M., Abbas, A. (2015). Solar repowering of PCC-retrofitted power plants; solar thermal plant dynamic modelling and control strategies. Solar Energy, 119, 507-530. [More Information] Milani, D., Qadir, A., Vassallo, A., Chiesa, M., Abbas, A. (2014). Experimentally validated model for atmospheric water generation using a solar assisted desiccant dehumidification system. Energy and Buildings, 77(July), 236-246. [More Information] Parvareh, F., Sharma, M., Qadir, A., Milani, D., Khalilpour, R., Chiesa, M., Abbas, A. (2014). Integration of solar energy in coal-fired power plants retrofitted with carbon capture: A review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 38, 1029-1044. [More Information] Qadir, A., Mokhtar, M., Khalilpour, R., Milani, D., Vassallo, A., Chiesa, M., Abbas, A. (2013). Potential for solar-assisted post-combustion carbon capture in Australia. Applied Energy, 111, 175-185. [More Information] Milani, D., Abbas, A., Vassallo, A., Chiesa, M., Al Bakri, D. (2011). Evaluation of using thermoelectric coolers in a dehumidification system to generate freshwater from ambient air. Chemical Engineering Science, 66(12), 2491-2501. [More Information]