Optimization and Characterization of Cellulose Extraction from Grevillea robusta (Silky Oak) Leaves by Soda-Anthraquinone Pulping Using Response Surface Methodology

Response surface methodology (RSM) using the central composite design (CCD) was applied to examine the impact of soda-anthraquinone pulping conditions on Grevillea robusta fall leaves. The pulping factors studied were: NaOH charge 5% to 20% w/v, pulping time 30 to 180 minutes, and the anthraquinone charge 0.1 to 0.5% w/w based on the oven-dried leaves. The responses evaluated were the pulp yield, cellulose content, and the degree of delignification. Various regression models were used to evaluate the effects of varying the pulping conditions. The optimum conditions attained were;NaOH charge of 14.63%, 0.1% anthraquinone, and a pulping period of 154 minutes, corresponding to 20.68% pulp yield, 80.56% cellulose content, and 70.34% lignin removal. Analysis of variance (ANOVA), was used to determine the most important variables that improve the extraction process of cellulose. The experiment outcomes matched those predicted by the model (Predicted R2 = 0.9980, Adjusted R2 = 0.9994), demonstrating the adequacy of the model used. FTIR analysis confirmed the elimination of the non-cellulosic fiber constituents. The lignin and hemicellulose-related bands (around 1514 cm−1, 1604 cm−1, 1239 cm−1, and 1734 cm−1) decreased with chemical treatment, indicating effective cellulose extraction by the soda-anthraquinone method. Similar results were obtained by XRD, SEM and thermogravimetric analysis of the extracted cellulose. Therefore, Grevillea robusta fall leaves are suitable renewable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly non-wood biomass for cellulose extraction.

Catalytic Hydrothermal Liquefaction of Water Hyacinth Using Fe3O4/NiO Nanocomposite: Optimization of Reaction Conditions by Response Surface Methodology

This research aimed at optimizing the reaction conditions for the catalytic hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) of water hyacinth using iron oxide/nickel oxide nanocomposite as catalysts. The iron oxide/nickel oxide nanocomposite was synthesized by the co-precipitation method and used in the hydrothermal liquefaction of water hyacinth. The composition and structural morphology of the synthesized catalysts were determined using X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). The particle size distribution of the catalyst nanoparticles was determined by the Image J software. Three reaction parameters were optimized using the response surface methodology (RSM). These were: temperature, residence time, and catalyst dosage. A maximum bio-oil yield of 59.4 wt% was obtained using iron oxide/nickel oxide nanocomposite compared to 50.7 wt% obtained in absence of the catalyst. The maximum bio-oil yield was obtained at a temperature of 320°C, 1.5 g of catalyst dosage, and 60 min of residence time. The composition of bio-oil was analyzed using gas chromatography-mass spectroscopy (GC-MS) and elemental analysis. The GC-MS results showed an increase of hydrocarbons from 58.3% for uncatalyzed hydrothermal liquefaction to 88.66% using iron oxide/nickel oxide nanocomposite. Elemental analysis results revealed an increase in the hydrogen and carbon content and a reduction in the Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Sulphur content of the bio-oil during catalytic HTL compared to HTL in absence of catalyst nanoparticles. The high heating value increased from 33.5 MJ/Kg for uncatalyzed hydrothermal liquefaction to 38.6 MJ/Kg during the catalytic HTL. The catalyst nanoparticles were recovered from the solid residue by sonication and magnetic separation and recycled. The recycled catalyst nanoparticles were still efficient as hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) catalysts and were recycled four times. The application of iron oxide/ nickel oxide nanocomposites in the HTL of water hyacinth increases the yield of bio-oil and improves its quality by reducing hetero atoms thus increasing its energy performance as fuel. Iron oxide/nickel oxide nanocomposites used in this study are widely available and can be easily recovered magnetically and recycled. This will potentially lead to an economical, environmentally friendly, and sustainable way of converting biomass into biofuel.

Application of response surface methodology and central composite rotatable design for modeling the influence of some operating variables of the lab scale thickener performance

This study discussed the application of response surface methodology(RSM)and central composite rotatable design(CCRD)for modeling and optimization of the influence of some operating variables on the performance of a lab scale thickener for dewatering of tailing in the flotation circuit.Four thickener operating variables,namely feed flowrate,solid percent,flocculant dosage and feedwell height were changed during the tests based on CCRD.The ranges of values of the thickener variables used in the design were a feed flowrate of 9–21 L/min,solid percent of 8%–20%,flocculant dosage of 1.25–4.25 g/t and feedwell height of 16–26 cm.A total of 30 thickening tests were conducted using lab scale thickener on flotation tailing obtained from the Sarcheshmeh copper mine,Iran.The underflow solid percent and bed height were expressed as functions of four operating parameters of thickener.Predicted values were found to be in good agreement with experimental values(R2values of 0.992 and 0.997 for underflow solid percent and bed height,respectively).This study has shown that the RSM and CCRD could effciently be applied for the modeling of thickener for dewatering of flotation tailing.

Optimization of Extraction Process of Clerodendrum philippinum Schauer var. simplex Mlodenke Total Flavonoids(CPTF) by Central Composite Design-Response Surface Methodology

[Objectives] The research aimed to optimize extraction process of Clerodendrum philippinum Schauer var. simplex Mlodenke total flavonoids( CPTF),and provide reference for its development and utilization. [Methods] Based on single-factor test,ethanol concentration,extraction temperature and extraction time were taken as independent variables,and total flavonoids yield was taken as dependent variable. The test was conducted according to central composite design principle. Multivariate linear regression and binomial equation fitting of the result were conducted,and extraction process of CPTF was optimized by using response surface methodology. [Results]The optimal extraction process of CPTF was as below: ethanol concentration 54. 76%,extraction temperature 83. 92℃,extraction time 102. 64 min,solid-liquid ratio 1:20,extraction for twice. [Conclusions] The extraction process of CPTF by central composite design-response surface methodology was simple and feasible,with reliable prediction result,which was suitable for industrial production.

Optimization of Extraction Process of Total Flavonoids from Akebia trifoliata (Thunb.) Koidz. by Central Composite Design-Response Surface Methodology

[Objectives]To optimize extraction process of total flavonoids from Akebia trifoliata( Thunb.) Koidz.,so as to provide references for development and use of Akebia trifoliata( Thunb.) Koidz. [Methods]The extraction rate of total flavonoids of Akebia trifoliata( Thunb.)Koidz. was taken as observation indicator. On the basis of single factor experiment,central composite design( CCD) was used to evaluate the effects of the extraction temperature,extraction time,and ethanol concentration on the extraction process. Multiple linear regression and binomial fitting were used,and response surface methodology( RSM) was used to select the optimum extraction process. [Results] The optimum extraction process conditions for total flavonoids of Akebia trifoliata( Thunb.) Koidz. was extraction temperature: 83. 92 ℃; extraction time:96. 47 min; ethanol concentration: 63. 92%; extraction times: two times; solid to liquid ratio: 1 ∶ 20; extraction rate of total flavonoids:4. 55%. [Conclusions] The central composite design-response surface methodology( CCD-RSM) is simple,convenient,and feasible for extraction of total flavonoids from Akebia trifoliata( Thunb.) Koidz.,and the prediction results are reliable.

Interaction of temperature and salinity on the expression of immunity factors in different tissues of juvenile turbot Scophthalmus maximus based on response surface methodology

Central Composite Design(CCD) and response surface methodology were used in the experiment to examine the combined effect of temperature(16-28℃) and salinity(18-42) on Hsp70 and IgM genes expression levels in turbot(Scophthalmus maximus) liver and kidney.The results showed that the coefficients of determination(R^2=0.965 2 for liver Hsp70,0.972 9 for kidney Hsp70,0.921 for liver IgM and 0.962 1 for kidney IgM) and probability values(P<0.01) were significant for the regression model.The interactive effect between temperature and salinity on liver Hsp70,kidney Hsp70 and liver IgM were not significant(P>0.05),while the interactive effect between temperature and salinity on kidney IgM was significant(P<0.01).The model equation could be used in practice for forecasting Hsp70 and IgM genes expression levels in the liver and kidney of juvenile turbot via applying statistical optimization of the response of interest,at which the maximum liver Hsp70,kidney Hsp70,liver IgM and kidney IgM of1.48,1.49,2.48,and 1.38,respectively,were reached.The present model may be valuable in assessing the feasibility of turbot farming at different geographic locations and,furthermore,could be a useful reference for scientists studying the immunity of turbot.

Optimization of medium components using response surface methodology (RSM) for mycelium biomass and exopolysaccharide production by <i>Lentinus squarrosulus</i>

The interaction between sucrose, yeast extract and initial pH was investigated to optimize critical medium components for mycelium biomass and production of exopolysaccharide (EPS) of Lentinus squarrosulus using Response Surface Methodology (RSM). A central composite design (CCD) was applied and a polynomial regression model with quadratic term was used to analyse the experimental data using analysis of variance (ANOVA). ANOVA analysis showed that the model was very significant (p Lentinus squarrosulus are as follows: sucrose concentration 114.61 g/L, yeast extract 1.62 g/L and initial pH of 5.81;sucrose concentration 115.8 g/L, yeast extract of 3.39 g/L and initial pH of 6.44 respectively.

Improvement of xylanase production by Aspergillus niger XY-1 using response surface methodology for optimizing the medium composition

Objective: To study the optimal medium composition for xylanase production by Aspergillus niger XY-1 in solid-state fermentation (SSF). Methods: Statistical methodology including the Plackett-Burman design (PBD) and the central composite design (CCD) was employed to investigate the individual crucial component of the medium that significantly affected the enzyme yield. Results: Firstly, NaNO3, yeast extract, urea, Na2CO3, MgSO4, peptone and (NH4)2SO4 were screened as the significant factors positively affecting the xylanase production by PBD. Secondly, by valuating the nitrogen sources effect, urea was proved to be the most effective and economic nitrogen source for xylanase production and used for further optimization. Finally, the CCD and response surface methodology (RSM) were applied to determine the optimal concentration of each sig-nificant variable, which included urea, Na2CO3 and MgSO4. Subsequently a second-order polynomial was determined by multiple regression analysis. The optimum values of the critical components for maximum xylanase production were obtained as follows: x1 (urea)=0.163 (41.63 g/L), x2 (Na2CO3)=?1.68 (2.64 g/L), x3 (MgSO4)=1.338 (10.68 g/L) and the predicted xylanase value was 14374.6 U/g dry substrate. Using the optimized condition, xylanase production by Aspergillus niger XY-1 after 48 h fermentation reached 14637 U/g dry substrate with wheat bran in the shake flask. Conclusion: By using PBD and CCD, we obtained the optimal composition for xylanase production by Aspergillus niger XY-1 in SSF, and the results of no additional expensive medium and shortened fermentation time for higher xylanase production show the potential for industrial utilization.

Enhacement of the Viability of <i>Lactobacillus</i><i>plantarum</i>during the Preservation and Storage Process Based on the Response Surface Methodology

Objective: The Response Surface Methodology (RSM) is a commonly used system to optimize cell viability of probiotic strains when they are subjected to different preservation and storage processes. Methods and Results: To determine the optimal levels of incorporation of several cry oprotectants (skim milk, sucrose and trehalose) in the freeze-drying process of Lactobacillus plantarum, a range of experiments based on a Rotational Central Composite design (CCD) were conducted. The results were adjusted to a quadratic model, resulting in the presence of interaction between the different variables. Solving a regression equation, we obtained the optimum concentrations of cryoprotective agents: 24.06% milk powder, 6.22% sucrose, 5.63% trehalose. To visualize the interactions between the three variables involved in the study, Design Expert? software was used. Conclusions: The analysis reveals that while trehalose has a direct effect on the viability of L. plantarum, skim milk and sucrose exert quadratic effects. There are also interactions between cryoprotectants, which emphasize the synergies produced between milk and sucrose and between sucrose and trehalose, which allows maintaining the viability of L. plantarum. Significance and Impact of the Study: The addition of new oligosaccharides as trehalose in premixtures for functional feed can maintain the viability of L. plantarum during longer periods of time, ensuring the proper administration of probiotics to their destinations.

Optimization of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Process for Decolorization of Reactive Blue 19 by Means of Response Surface Methodology

The decolorization of reactive blue 19(RB-19)as a model dye from aqueous solutions has been studied by means of the dielectric barrier discharge(DBD)process.The independent parameters of input power,initial dye concentration and initial pH value were evaluated respectively.Experimental data were optimized by means of a 33 factorial design and response surface methodology(RSM).The dye was quickly removed during the treatment,yielding 96.9%of decolorization efficiency under optimized conditions.Therefore,the total organic carbon(TOC)and chemical oxygen demand(CODcr)results indicated that only the chromophore was destroyed rather than completed oxidation.This was confirmed with UV-vis and tertiary butanol assessments during the DBD treatment.

Optimal Evaluation of Coag-Flocculation Factors for Alum-Brewery Effluent System by Response Surface Methodology

This work investigates coag-flocculation optimization treatment of alum-brewery effluent system via response surface methodology (RSM). To minimize suspended and dissolved particles (SDP), experiments were carried out using nephelometric jar test and 23-factorial design with three star-points, six-center-points and two replications. A central composite design, which is the standard design of RSM, was used to evaluate the effects and interactions of three major factors (coagulation pH, coagulant dosage, settling time) on the treatment efficiency. Multivariable quadratic model developed for the response studied indicates the optimum conditions to be 9, 500mg/l and 20minutes for coagulation pH, coagulant dosage and settling time, respectively. At optimum, the SDP was reduced from 10831.490mg/l to 801.451mg/l, representing 92.601% removal efficiency. RSM has demonstrated to be appropriate approach for the optimization of the coag-flocculation process by statistical evaluation.

Optimization of the Impeller Geometry for an Automotive Torque Converter Using Response Surface Methodology and Desirability Function

Response surface methodology (RSM) based on desirability function approach (DFA) is applied to obtain an optimal design of the impeller geometry for an automotive torque converter. The relative importance of six design parameters including impeller blade number, blade thickness, bias angle, scroll angle, inlet angle and exit angle is investigated using orthogonal design approach. The impeller inlet angle, exit angle and bias angle are found to exert the greatest influence on the overall performance of a torque converter, with two flow area factors being considered, namely 17% and 20%. Then, RSM together with central composite design (CCD) method is used to in-depth evaluate the interaction effect of the three key parameters on converter performance. The results demonstrate that impeller exit angle has the strongest impact on peak efficiency, with larger angles yielding the most favorable results. The stall torque ratio maximization is attainable with the increase of impeller bias angle and inlet angle together with smaller exit angle. In the end, an optimized design for the impeller geometry is obtained with stall torque ratio and peak efficiency increased by 1.62% and 1.1%, respectively. The new optimization method can be used as a reference for performance enhancement in the design process of impeller geometry for an automotive torque converter.

星点设计-效应面法优化白及多糖pH-离子敏感原位凝胶的处方

目的优化白及多糖pH-离子敏感原位凝胶的处方。方法以去乙酰结冷胶用量、海藻酸钠用量、氯化钙用量、枸橼酸钠与氯化钙的质量比为考察变量,采用单因素实验初步确定各变量的范围。以25℃凝胶前体溶液黏度和37℃胶凝黏度为考察指标,采用星点设计-效应面法优选白及多糖pH-离子敏感原位凝胶的处方工艺,并进行预测分析。结果白及多糖pH敏感原位凝胶的最优处方为:去乙酰结冷胶用量为0.50%,海藻酸钠用量为1.10%,氯化钙用量为0.07%,枸橼酸钠与氯化钙的质量比为4∶1。该处方条件下,25℃前体溶液黏度为(704.00±3.00)mPa·s,37℃胶凝黏度为(12544.70±47.33)mPa·s。结论白及多糖pH-离子敏感原位凝胶稳定性好,前体溶液在25℃流动性良好,凝胶强度良好,可为基于白及多糖原位凝胶的后续研究提供实验基础。

层次分析-熵权法联合星点设计-响应面法优选胆汁制陈皮炮制工艺及饮片色度与成分相关性分析

目的研究胆汁制陈皮炮制的最佳工艺参数,明确饮片色度与主要成分之间的关系。方法采用星点设计-响应面法,以辅料用量、蒸制时间、干燥时间、干燥温度为考察因素,以橙皮苷、川陈皮素、橘皮素、牛磺胆酸钠含量及外观性状、醇浸出物含量为评价指标,采用层次分析-熵权法对各评价指标赋予相应权重,计算总评归一值,优选最佳炮制工艺;采用相关性分析和回归分析研究饮片色度与主要有效成分含量的相关性,构建色度-成分的回归方程。结果胆汁制陈皮最佳炮制工艺为每100g陈皮用20g蛇胆汁浸渍完全后,蒸制15min,45℃干燥162min。饮片色度值L^(*)、b^(*)值与橙皮苷、川陈皮素、橘皮素、牛磺胆酸钠4种成分含量均具有显著相关性,a^(*)值仅与牛磺胆酸钠含量具有相关性;构建了L^(*)、b^(*)值与4种成分含量及a^(*)值与牛磺胆酸钠含量的线性回归方程。结论采用星点设计-响应面法优化的胆汁制陈皮炮制工艺具有合理性、可行性,饮片色度与成分含量具有显著相关性。

Optimization and characterization of nimesulide bilayer tablets by response surface methodology

The objectives of this present investigation were to develop and formulate nimesulide bilayer tablets by using different polymer combinations and fillers, to optimize the formulations for different drug release variables by orthogonal design and central composite design-surface methodology and to evaluate drug release pattern of the optimized product. The bilayer tablet containing a fast release layer（FRL） and a sustained release layer（SRL） provided an initial burst release of nimesulide, followed by the sustained release for a period of time. The optimal formulation obtained was as follows：（I） the formulation of FRL： nimesulide, 50 mg; lactose, 92 mg; starch, 22 mg; CCMC-Na, 14 mg; PVP K30, 1 mg; micronized silica gel, 1 mg; magnesium stearate, 0.9 mg; and iron oxide red, 0.1 mg; and（II） the formulation of SRL： nimesulide, 150 mg; HPMC K100LV, 26 mg; HPMC K4M, 33 mg; lactose, 54 mg; PVP K30, 1 mg; micronized silica gel, 1 mg; and magnesium stearate, 0.9 mg. According to the optimal formulation, the biphasic type of release was identified. The in vitro drug dissolution from the bilayer tablets was sustained for about 16 h after releasing 15% of drug in the first 10 min. The developed nimesulide bilayer tablets with improved efficacy can perform therapeutically better than the conventional tablets.

考虑水化度影响的大体积混凝土温度场分析

为了研究大体积混凝土在水化度影响下的水化热过程,通过试验的方式浇筑了1 m×1 m×1 m的模型,并通过埋设传感器的方式得到了大体积混凝土试块各测点24 d的实测温度。同时利用ABAQUS软件模拟考虑水化度影响与未考虑水化度影响的两种热学模型,并将实测值与模拟值进行对比分析。结果表明,考虑水化度情况下得到的模拟值与实际情况更为接近,而常规方法得到的计算值与实际温度值最大差值为7.1℃,并且到达最高点的时间与实际相比最长延迟0.8 d。在水化度作用影响混凝土水化热模型的基础上,以竖向中心测点为研究对象提出了竖向温差预测方法。并利用响应面法得到了竖向温差与入模温度、环境温度及保温层厚度的关系。结果表明,保温层厚度10 mm、入模温度10℃时的竖向温差最大值要比保温层厚度2 mm、入模温度30℃时降低8.04℃。

中心组合设计-响应面法优选当归-川芎饮片苯酞、酚酸类成分提取工艺

目的优选当归-川芎饮片苯酞、酚酸类成分最佳提取工艺。方法在单因素试验基础上,采用中心组合设计-响应面法,以提取时间、乙醇浓度、乙醇用量为影响因素,洋川芎内酯I、洋川芎内酯A、藁本内酯含量及浸膏得率的总评归一值为评价指标,优选当归-川芎饮片苯酞类成分提取工艺;以绿原酸、咖啡酸、阿魏酸含量及浸膏得率的总评归一值为评价指标,优选当归-川芎饮片酚酸类成分提取工艺。结果苯酞类成分最佳提取工艺:加7倍量90%乙醇,每次提取130 min,提取2次;酚酸类成分最佳提取工艺:加7.5倍量65%乙醇,每次提取120 min,提取2次。结论优选的当归-川芎饮片苯酞、酚酸类成分提取工艺稳定、可行,可为后续研究提供依据。

星点设计-效应面法优选复方山陈颗粒成型工艺

目的优选复方山陈颗粒的成型工艺。方法单因素试验筛选出稠膏的相对密度、稀释剂总用量为考察因素,以颗粒的成型率、休止角、水分和溶化性为评价指标,采用星点设计-效应面法(CCD-RSM)优选复方山陈颗粒的最佳成型工艺。结果最佳成型工艺条件为取相对密度为1.25(60℃)的稠膏与稀释剂(甘露醇:糊精=1:3)按1:3的比例混匀,制软材,过16目筛制粒,在60℃下干燥约1 h,整粒,即得。结论通过CCD-RSM优选的工艺稳定可靠,可为复方山陈颗粒的产业化生产提供参考。

星点设计-效应面法优化超声提取桂籽中三萜化合物的工艺研究

目的本研究以桂籽为原材料,采用星点设计(CCD)-效应面法(RSM)等多种方法优化桂籽总三萜(OFSTT)的提取工艺及其含量测定研究。方法采用单因素、Plackett-Burman(PB)、最陡爬坡和CCD-RSM实验,建立各因素与响应值之间的数学模型,确定OFSTT的最佳超声提取工艺。结果通过单因素试验,得到了关于桂籽总三萜含量变化的趋势线,进一步利用PB实验筛选出对OFSTT产生显著影响的因素(提取功率、液料比及提取次数),通过最陡爬坡实验设计出极值点,以此作为效应面设计的中心点,采用星点设计-效应面法优化了OFSTT提取工艺的最佳提取工艺条件:乙醇溶剂分数60%,液料比25∶1(mL/g),提取温度65℃,提取功率325W,提取时间30min,提取3次;该条件下OFSTT的提取率为7.251%,实际值与预测值的偏差为2.05%。结论本研究采用CCD-RSM实验优化了OFSTT的提取工艺,该工艺稳定,提取率较高,实际值与预测值吻合度高,为后续桂籽三萜类物质进一步结构鉴定及生物活性作用研究提供参考价值。

水飞蓟素磷脂复合物的制备及体外溶出行为评价

目的将水飞蓟素和磷脂复合以研制水飞蓟素磷脂复合物(silymarin phospholipids complex,SM-PC),并考察其基本理化性质。方法采用溶剂挥发法制备SM-PC。通过前期的单因素考察,选择脂药比、药物浓度以及反应温度作为星点设计-效应面法的考察因素,以SM-PC的复合率为衡量指标筛选最佳研制工艺,并测定SM-PC的体外溶出度。结果SM-PC的最优制备条件如下:以丙酮为反应溶剂,水飞蓟素与大豆卵磷脂的比例为1∶1.8,反应温度56℃,反应物的浓度8.0 mg/ml。在此条件下制备3批样品得到SM-PC的复合率为(95.15±1.55)%,偏差<3%。体外溶出试验表明,SM-PC各组分在60 min的溶出接近90%,主要成分水飞蓟宾的溶出行为与市售水飞蓟素胶囊相似,远高于原料药。结论采用星点设计-效应面法成功制备SM-PC,明显提高了溶出度,为后续制剂的研究奠定基础。