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Pilot Scale Production, Characterization, and Optimization of Epoxidized Vegetable Oil-Based Resin
(North Dakota State University, 2015)
Novel epoxidized sucrose soyate (ESS) resins perform much better than other vegetable
oil-based resins; thus, they are of current interest for commercial scale production and for a wide
range of applications in coatings ...
Snowmelt Water Infiltration into Frozen Soil in Red River of the North Basin
(North Dakota State University, 2018)
Infiltration into frozen soils is an important process in the hydrological cycle. Though infiltration occurs at the soil surface, it is affected by many factors, e.g. soil water content, temperature, and hydraulic conductivity. ...
Quality Evaluation of Coated Extra-Large Hulled Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) Kernels for Precision Planting
(North Dakota State University, 2018)
Domestic and export demand for extra-large (XL) in-shell confectionary sunflower seeds (Helianthus Annuus) growing; however, a significant proportion of the hybrid seed for planting goes to the snack food market because ...
Effects of Calcium Based Surface Amendments on Hydraulic Conductivity and Selected Physical Properties of Subsurface Drained Sodic Soils
(North Dakota State University, 2016)
Managing excess soil water in agricultural fields in the Northern Great Plains through subsurface drainage increases the risk of sodification in high-risk soils. Leaching sodic soils with low electrical conductivity (EC) ...
Bioavailability and Biodegradability of Dissolved Organic Nitrogen Originated From Municipal and Animal Wastewater
(North Dakota State University, 2015)
Due to the increased concern on dissolved organic nitrogen (DON) in surface waters, it is necessary to understand the biodegradability and bioavailability of DON in point and non-point sources. In this study, algae and ...
Quantification and Characterization of Particulate Matter Generated from Unpaved Roads in the Oil Development Area of Western North Dakota
(North Dakota State University, 2016)
Western North Dakota, USA is experiencing particulate matter (PM) emissions, especially coarse (PM10) and fine (PM2.5), due to heavy traffic on unpaved roads from rapid oil development. Particulate matters may affect human ...
Sugarbeet Model Development for Soil and Water Quality Assessment
(North Dakota State University, 2018)
Sugarbeet (Beta vulgaris) is considered as one of the most viable alternatives to corn for biofuel production as it may be qualified as “advanced” biofuel feedstocks under the ‘EISA 2007’. Production of deep rooted sugarbeet ...
Vegetative Filter Strip: A Best Management Practice (Bmp) for Feedlot Runoff Pollution Control in North Dakota
(North Dakota State University, 2013)
Runoff from animal feeding operations is a major source of water pollution. Vegetative filter strips (VFS) are effective ways to reduce nonpoint source pollution. In this study, vegetative filter strips with different ...
Thermal, Physico-Mechanical and Degradation Characteristics of Compatibilized Biodegradable Biopolymers and Composites
(North Dakota State University, 2017)
Due to negative effects of petroleum-based plastic waste on environment, a significant consideration is given to biopolymers as sustainable alternatives. However, incompetence in technology and cost prevent the applications ...
Combined Effect of Densification and Pretreatment on Cellulosic Ethanol Production
(North Dakota State University, 2012)
Biomass densification enhances material stability, improves flowability, and decreases both handling and transportation costs. The effect of densification, before or after pretreatment, was tested to determine the effect ...