Energy Process Systems Engineering Lab.
The goal of research in Prof. Won's group is to develop theory, models, and solution algorithms for problems in the general area of Process Systems Engineering. Research interests include (1) process synthesis, (2) control, (3) optimization, (4) analyses such as techno-economic evaluation, life cycle assessment, and inter-industry analysis, with particular focus on hydrogen (production-transportation-storage-utilization), renewable fuels/chemicals, CO2 capture/utilization, and circular economy.
Production, Transportation, and Utilization of H2
Steam methane reforming process
Water electrolysis
Liquid organic hydrogen carrier (LOHC) systems
H2 liquefaction process using LNG cold energy
Control and Optimization of H2 Fueling Station
Development of protocols (cf. SJ 2601, JPEC, etc.)
Model predictive control and optimization to minimize electricity consumption and to shorten charging time
Efficient operation of liquid H2 fueling station
CO2 Capture and Utilization (CCU)
Detailed design of pressure swing adsorption process
Detailed design of amine-based absorption process
Optimal design of an integrated process (CO2 capture + liquefaction)
Renewable Fuels and Chemicals
Biomass-to-fuels/chemicals
Biodegradable plastics
Waste-to-Fuels/Chemicals
Conversion of municipal solid waste (MSW) to H2
Utilization of biogas generated during anaerobic digestion of wastewater
Life Cycle Assessment, Circular Economy
Analysis procedure/guideline
Database generation
Consulting: optimal production/operation strategies