Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan

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Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan
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    Comparative physicochemical and rheological properties of tamarind seed xyloglucan from sweet and sour tamarind cultivars for food applications
    (2026-06-01)
    Julapuk, Punwadee
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    Sriprom, Pongsert
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    Narkrugsa, Woatthichai
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    Phumjan, Lamphung
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    Adair, Pornpatu
    This study comparatively investigated the physicochemical, structural, and rheological properties of xyloglucan extracted from sweet (Sri Chomphu) and sour (Kradan) tamarind kernel (TKP) cultivated in Thailand to provide insights for industrial applications. The extraction yields were 58.35 ± 0.28% and 57.90 ± 0.37% (w/w) for sweet and sour TKP, respectively. Chemical composition analysis revealed comparable macronutrient profiles between the two samples. FTIR spectra confirmed similar functional groups, while SEM analysis showed amorphous and heterogeneous structures with slight differences in porosity. Molecular weight distribution indicated that sour TKP-derived xyloglucan was dominated by intermediate molecular weight fractions (4.03 × 10⁵ Da, 70.46%), whereas sweet TKP-derived xyloglucan exhibited a broader distribution. These structural differences influenced hydration properties, with sweet xyloglucan showing significantly higher water absorption and solubility (%WAI: 475.02 ± 9.91%; %WSI: 5.62 ± 0.62%) compared to sour xyloglucan (%WAI: 398.81 ± 7.01%; %WSI: 4.81 ± 0.57%). Evaluation of gelling properties revealed that both samples exhibited maximum gel strength at 2% concentration and pH 3, with sour xyloglucan forming stronger gels. Rheological analysis demonstrated non-Newtonian pseudoplastic behavior and dominant elastic characteristics (G′ ' G″), with higher viscosity observed in the sour cultivar. Emulsifying activity and stability were high and showed no significant differences (EA: 93.58–94.87%; ES: 97.94–98.71%). Overall, while cultivar origin had minimal impact on structural and emulsifying properties, it significantly influenced hydration and gelling-related characteristics, supporting the potential of tamarind xyloglucan as a versatile hydrocolloid for food and material applications.
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    Study on chemical structure stability and properties of chitosan-incorporated tamarind seed kernel xyloglucan hydrogels
    (2024-12-05)
    Manamoongmongkol, Kanjana
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    Sriprom, Pongsert
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    Narkrugsa, Woatthichai
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    Phumjan, Lamphung
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    Permana, Lasuardi
    This study investigated the stability of chitosan-incorporated tamarind seed kernel xyloglucan hydrogels prepared at different ratios after storage for three years. The physical hydrogel samples were studied using ratios of xyloglucan to chitosan between 1.5:1 and 4:1, comparing fresh hydrogel with hydrogel stored for three years. The hydrogels were analyzed for Fourier transform infrared characteristics, rheological behavior, flow rate, and zeta potential. After three years of storage, a reversible reaction was confirmed by C-H molecular stretching using Fourier transform infrared. All hydrogel samples exhibited pseudoplastic fluid characteristics with liquid-like behavior. The zeta potential of fresh hydrogel at 1.5:1 and 4:1 ratios was 27.700 ± 0.964 mV and 22.633 ± 0.929 mV, respectively, whereas after three years, it became 28.067 ± 1.106 mV and 18.867 ± 0.503 mV, respectively. The amount of xyloglucan significantly affected the zeta potential of the xyloglucan-chitosan hydrogel, leading to a decrease in the stability of the hydrogel at a 4:1 ratio. The stability of the hydrogel at a ratio of 1.5:1 was confirmed by pH and zeta potential measurements. In conclusion, the properties and behavior of the xyloglucan-chitosan hydrogel remained stable after three years of storage at a 1.5:1 ratio.
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    Optimization of betalain extraction from dragon fruit (Hylocereus undatus) peel and effect of pH on its properties
    (2025-02-01)
    Permana, Lasuardi
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    Sriprom, Pongsert
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    Manamoongmongkol, Kanjana
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    Phumjan, Lamphung
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    Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan
    Dragon fruit peels are wastes produced in the food industry and contain abundant phytochemicals. In this study, betalain extraction from dragon fruit peels was optimized using water as a safe and environment-friendly solvent. The Box-Behnken design was used to investigate the effects of different pH (2.0–6.0), temperatures (30–60 °C), times (10–60 min), and solid-to-liquid ratios (1:15–1:40 by weight) on betalain extraction from dragon fruit peels. The betalain extracted under the optimized conditions was then studied for its properties across a wide pH range of 2.0 to 13.0. The results showed that the solid-to-liquid ratio had the most significant effect on betacyanin extraction as the major component of betalain in dragon fruit peels. The optimal extraction conditions were determined to be a pH of 3.6, temperature of 30 °C, extraction time of 10 min, and a solid-to-liquid ratio of 1:15. The expected betacyanin content under these conditions is 72.37 mg/L. A significant change in the CIELAB parameter of the extracted betalain was observed, with marked differences in the L*, a*, and b* values as the pH increased. This color change may be attributed to the degradation of betacyanin into betalamic acid. This study demonstrated the potential of a safe and eco-friendly process for extracting the natural pigment betacyanin from this agricultural waste material and the potential use of betalain in pH-dependent products.
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    Assessment of overall remaining useful life of lubricants by integrating oil quality and performance
    (2024-09-30)
    Chokelarb, Wasan
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    Sriprom, Pongsert
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    Permana, Lasuardi
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    Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan
    Effective lubricant health monitoring programs are essential for extending the lifespan of both the lubricant and machinery. An accurate and reliable remaining useful life (RUL) prediction is necessary for maintenance decision support. The degradation of used lubricating oil information trends evaluated using used oil analysis results is necessary. This study addresses the need for a comprehensive tool to consolidate oil analysis parameters and determine the remaining useful life (RUL) of used lubricating oil (ULO). A Performance Rating Index (PRI) was developed by integrating various oil degradation testing parameters, including membrane patch colorimetry for varnish and sludge potential, along with viscosity, foaming stability, water separability, air release properties, oxidation stability, rust prevention, and copper strip corrosion. The integration of routine and performance test results of a turbine oil at 25,480 operating hours exhibited a PRI of 48.5. Correlating with the ASTM degradation alarm limits of 50 %, the PRI results provide clear maintenance actions before the original equipment manufacturer's recommended overhaul. The PRI approach supports proactive maintenance by facilitating early oil replenishment, extending RUL, and reducing waste oil.
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    Lignin removal from synthetic wastewater via Fenton-like reaction over Cu supported on MCM-41 derived from bagasse: Optimization and reaction intermediates
    (2023-02-01)
    Sriprom, Pongsert
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    Neramittagapong, Sutasinee
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    Lin, Chitsan
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    Neramittagapong, Arthit
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    Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan
    Lignin degradation was performed using a Fenton-like oxidation reaction with Cu supported on MCM-41, derived from bagasse (Cu-BG-MCM-41), as the catalyst. The optimal degradation conditions required to remove a predetermined amount of lignin (95%) from an effluent were determined. Based on the literature review and preliminary tests, the critical parameters determining the operating conditions include temperature, catalyst loading, pH, H<inf>2</inf>O<inf>2</inf> concentration, and reaction time. The experimental design and working conditions were based on Box–Behnken design. The reaction products were analyzed via UV–vis and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. Response surface methodology (RSM) was used to predict the optimum operating conditions for the Fenton-like reaction for 95% lignin degradation, which were a temperature of 80 °C, initial pH of 9, H<inf>2</inf>O<inf>2</inf> concentration of 1 mL/L, catalyst loading of 1.0 g/L, and reaction time of 30 min. These conditions were validated three times and the achieved percentage of lignin degradation was 95 ± 2%. This is close to the value of 95% used in the RSM to determine the optimum operating conditions, thus verifying the model. The catalyst was stable and functioned well under the optimum design conditions. Moreover, the reaction could be used to obtain high-value intermediate products if stopped after 5 min. Finally, lignin was degraded into vanillin, a higher-value product. As expected, the proposed Fenton-like approach expanded the pH working range from less than 4 to 5–9.
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    Optimizing Ammonia Adsorption Using Activated Carbon from Tamarind Pulp
    (2021-01-01)
    Na-Lampang, Chaiyawat
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    Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan
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    Phumjan, Lamphung
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    Narkrugsa, Woatthichai
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    Sriprom, Pongsert
    Ammonia is an essential waste from fish and shrimp which has an effect on fish and shrimp transportation for export. This study aimed to remove ammonia by Activated Carbon adsorption. The activated carbon was prepared from Tamarind pulp using different methods (NaOH, H2SO4, the hydrothermal technique and activated by H2SO4 and H2SO4 hydrothermal followed by NaOH). The Activated Carbon was characterized by and Iodine number and Fourier Transform I nfrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR). The results showed that the iodine number of activated carbon prepared by the hydrothermal technique and activated by H2SO4 have the highest surface area and porosity at 537 mg/g, and the functional group on activated carbon surface is carbonyl and sulfonyl group. For ammonia adsorption, the experiments were designed by Box-Behnken design at 3 factors 3 levels including Contact time (10, 95 and 180 min), Dosage of activated carbon (0.5, 1.25 and 2.0 g) and pH of the solution (2, 6.5 and 11). The concentration of ammonia was determined by UV-Visible spectrophotometer. The result showed that the main effects and the interaction effects were found significant effect on ammonia adsorption at confidence level of 95%. However, the interaction effects between contact time and activated carbon dosage was insignificant. Finally, the optimized results suggested that 48.32 ± 0.82% of ammonia concentration could be removed by activated carbon from tamarind pulp under the following conditions: PH of 11, a contact time of 95 min, and activated carbon dosage of 2 g/100 mL. The results are believed to be of importance to fish and shrimp transportation for reduced ammonia and other similar applications.
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    Preparation, characterization, and antimicrobial activity of xyloglucan-chitosan film from tamarind (tamarind indica L.) seed kernel
    (2023-06-01)
    Adair, Pornpatu
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    Sriprom, Pongsert
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    Narkrugsa, Woatthichai
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    Phumjan, Lamphung
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    Manamoongmongkol, Kanjana
    Xyloglucan from tamarind seed kernel powder and chitosan were prepared using acetic acid as an oxidizing agent to form a xyloglucan-chitosan film. This study evaluated the properties of xyloglucan-chitosan films with different loading ratios of xyloglucan using various analytical tools. The covalent bonds formed by the oxidized xyloglucan and chitosan were confirmed by FTIR analysis. Morphological analysis using SEM indicated the formation of a conventional covalent bond in the xyloglucan-chitosan film. The water vapor transmission rate in the xyloglucan-chitosan film was reduced significantly with increasing xyloglucan ratio. Conversely, the increase in the xyloglucan ratio improved the film's mechanical properties (tensile strength = 1.84 ± 0.06<sup>a</sup> MPa, elongation at break = 22.47 ± 0.65<sup>a</sup> %). Furthermore, due to the antimicrobial activity of chitosan, the xyloglucan-chitosan film exhibits intense antimicrobial activity. Therefore, the xyloglucan-chitosan film demonstrated good properties for biodegradable food packaging.
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    Soluble and Insoluble Varnish Test Methods for Trending Varnish Buildup in Mineral Turbine Oil
    (2022-12-01)
    Chokelarb, Wasan
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    Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan
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    Sitton, Andy
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    Sirisithichote, Thanant
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    Sriprom, Pongsert
    Varnish problems in turbine oil of power plants in Thailand are still an issue today. The problems are the coefficient of friction of the oil will increase along with the increase in varnish concentration and varnish deposits. This creates problems in starting/re-starting of the turbine. Even with the advent of oil manufacturing research to improve base oil quality and antioxidant additive, varnish contamination starting problems have been one of the most concerning problems for maintenance. The most recent version of ASTM D4378-20 suggests that maintenance personnel should test their in-service turbine oil and monitor the membrane patch colorimetry with a warning limit at ∆E 30. This monitoring test is known as ASTM D7843-20 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Lubricant Generated Insoluble Color Bodies in In-Service Turbine Oils using Membrane Patch Colorimetry (MPC). This study introduces the monitoring of soluble color bodies, in addition to the insoluble, at the same time. Focusing only on the value of insoluble-MPC test can sometimes be misleading and may cause inaccurate and ineffective maintenance decisions. In this paper, both soluble and insoluble color body analytical results from in-service gas turbine oils will be presented. Three power plants were monitored for both soluble and insoluble varnish. It will show how the use of a combination of soluble and insoluble color body assessments of the turbine oils would further improve the oil diagnostic services of turbine lubricants by providing insights into the capability of the lubricants to solubilize the oxidation by-products of the antioxidants and the highly refined base oil. Appropriate varnish removal technologies were also decided and applied to respond proactively to the varnish issues.
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    Optimization of lignin conversion to phenol via partial oxidation of synthesized wastewater containing lignin
    (2020-12-01)
    Sriprom, Pongsert
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    Leephisuth, Pornyamon
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    Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan
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    Neramittagapong, Arthit
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    Neramittagapong, Sutasinee
    This work was to optimize operating parameters for phenol production via partial oxidation. The essential settings, NaOH loading of 4–20 g/L, reaction temperatures of 140–180 °C, and time of 15–45 min, were set as the independent parameters for designing the experiments. A set of tests was generated using Box–Behnken Design (BBD) and performed in a high-pressure reactor at the constant air pressure of 2 bars. A produced phenol concentration was assigned as a response target for evaluating an optimal condition. From the results, a quadratic model of actual data was fit with high accuracy (R<sup>2</sup> of 94.1%). A response surface methodology (RSM) was used to evaluate the operating parameters effect on the phenol formation. It showed that the temperature rising affected phenol formation due to the creation of aldehydes at low temperatures and phenol re-polymerization. The presence of NaOH plays an essential role in the production of phenol. It may increase the hydroxyl group's rate to an aromatic ring that yields a high percentage of phenol production. For the reaction time, the longer time gave a higher yield of phenol. However, it slightly increased after 30 min. The predicted optimal condition was determined at the temperature of 161 °C, the NaOH loading of 16.4 mg/L, and the reaction time of 36.2 min. Three experiments were performed at the optimal point to verify the prediction. It was found that the phenol concentration of 30 ± 1 mg/L was yielded at this condition. Moreover, the reaction temperature and the initial pressure of air were not severe. It indicates that the partial oxidation of aqueous lignin solution can produce phenol at mild conditions.
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    Production of antimicrobial film-reinforced purified cellulose derived from bamboo shoot shell
    (2023-06-01)
    Manamoongmongkol, Kanjana
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    Sriprom, Pongsert
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    Phumjan, Lamphung
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    Permana, Lasuardi
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    Assawasaengrat, Pornsawan
    In this paper aimed to enhance the mechanical properties of an antimicrobial film by incorporating purified cellulose obtained from bamboo shoot shells into a chitosan matrix. Films with varying amounts of cellulose (0%w/v, 0.2%w/v, and 0.4%w/v) were investigated. Results indicated that the chitosan film reinforced 0.4%w/v cellulose exhibited higher tensile strength (43.50 MPa) and elongation at break (39.40 %) compared to the film without cellulose (34.47 MPa, 18.27 %). Additionally, the film with 0.4%w/v cellulose showed antimicrobial activity against B. cereus (MIC 12.5 mg/mL), S. aureus (MIC 6.25 mg/mL), E. coli (MIC 6.25 mg/mL), and exhibited 68.67 % inhibition of Fusarium oxysporum. Due to its biodegradability, favorable mechanical properties, and strong antimicrobial ability, the cellulose-chitosan film presents a promising alternative to be applied in the food industry, such as in packaging of dried food or as a coating film.