Felix Miesen, Dipl.-Ing. Julius Lorenz, Dr.-Ing. Anselm Klose, Dr.-Ing. Florian Pelzer, Prof. Dr. Susanne Narciss, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Leon Urbas
{"title":"Scenario Design for the Evaluation of Human–Machine Interaction in Modular Process Plants","authors":"Felix Miesen, Dipl.-Ing. Julius Lorenz, Dr.-Ing. Anselm Klose, Dr.-Ing. Florian Pelzer, Prof. Dr. Susanne Narciss, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Leon Urbas","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202400015","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202400015","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Operators in modular process plants face new demands due to features like increasing automation and digitalization combined with an architecture allowing for reconfigurations in short time spans. However, operators must be able to master process control tasks at all times. For research purposes on topics like supporting operators in their performance in process control of modular process plants, this article aims at developing scenarios of such plants. Based on three conceptual levels describing the relation of chemical processes and their modularized realization and a neutralization process as use case, four scenarios were developed. Having the common task to increase the throughput, the scenarios differ in terms of complexity and constraints that need to be considered for process control.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"47 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-10-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/ceat.202400015","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142666068","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Extractive Distillation of Isobutyl Alcohol and Isobutyl Acetate Using Dimethyl Sulfoxide: Process Design and Intensification","authors":"Rumeysa Yildirim, Betul Unlusu","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202300457","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202300457","url":null,"abstract":"<p>We have designed a separation process of isobutyl alcohol (52.0 mol%) and isobutyl acetate (48.0 mol%) mixture using conventional extractive distillation (ED) and extractive dividing-wall column (E-DWC) with the solvent dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). The binary mixture exhibits a minimum boiling azeotrope that is sensitive to pressure. Thermodynamic analyses have shown that the vacuum pressures work better compared to the atmospheric pressure when DMSO is the solvent. Based on the separation with a purity of 99.9 mol%, the E-DWC process has resulted in 9.6 % and 4.8 % reductions in the total annual cost and CO<sub>2</sub> emission rates, respectively, in comparison to the conventional method. After further intensification using the heat pump technique, the E-DWC process with the solvent DMSO has provided more than 40.0 % reduction in energy consumption compared to the ED systems studied in the literature using the solvents butyl propionate and dimethylformamide.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"47 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-10-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142666069","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dr. Somayeh Sohrabi, Dr. Leila Hajshahvaladi, Dr. Hamidreza Ahmadzadeh, Dr. Seyed Mohammad Amin Ojagh, Dr. Farnaz Heidarpoor, MSc. Farnaz Dana, MSc. Ehsan Sohrabi, Prof. Mostafa Keshavarz Moraveji
{"title":"Micro Heat Exchanger: Design, Operation and Economics","authors":"Dr. Somayeh Sohrabi, Dr. Leila Hajshahvaladi, Dr. Hamidreza Ahmadzadeh, Dr. Seyed Mohammad Amin Ojagh, Dr. Farnaz Heidarpoor, MSc. Farnaz Dana, MSc. Ehsan Sohrabi, Prof. Mostafa Keshavarz Moraveji","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202400084","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202400084","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Where precision is paramount in managing temperature and fluid dynamics, micro heat exchangers (MHXs) emerge as indispensable tools. This review investigates the significance of MHX technology, offering readers a comprehensive roapmap from conceptualization to market application. We dissect the nuances of material selection, shedding light on cutting-edge advancements poised to revolutionize MHX efficiency. Furthermore, we explore how the geometry of MHX influences heat transfer dynamics and pressure drop, providing insights into enhancing the overall effectiveness. We delve into the various types of control instrumentation, offering a detailed analysis of their applicability. Beyond the technical prowess, the economic landscape plays a pivotal role in the adoption of MHX technology.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"48 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-10-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143431335","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Application of Deep Neural Network Technology for Multi-scale CFD Modeling in Porous Media","authors":"Jiaxu Li, Tingting Liu, Shuqin Jia, Chao Xu, Tingxuan Fan, Ying Huai","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202200564","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202200564","url":null,"abstract":"<p>System-scale computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations in chemical and process engineering remain limited owing to the complexity of integrating the results obtained at different scales. The present study addresses this issue by correlating the flow behaviors calculated by CFD in porous media at the micro-scale and the macro-scale using deep neural network (DNN) technology. The DNN model is trained using a dataset constructed from the results obtained for a large number of particle-scale CFD simulations that are coupled to macroscopic governing equations. Comparisons with experimental results obtained with a packed bed show that the proposed CFD-DNN method provides predictions of pressure drop with an accuracy that is 28% greater than that of a method based on the Ergun equation.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"47 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142665934","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiaobing Wang, Xingliang Song, Xiaoxue Jiang, An Jin, Dong Li, Junfeng Gu, Lu Wang
{"title":"Study on the Desalination and Regeneration Performance of PBA/AC Electrode Enhanced by MCDI","authors":"Xiaobing Wang, Xingliang Song, Xiaoxue Jiang, An Jin, Dong Li, Junfeng Gu, Lu Wang","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202300531","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202300531","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The research focuses on desalting and regenerating wastewater using membrane capacitive deionization (MCDI) systems with Prussian blue analog and activated carbon electrodes in batch experiments. The experimental results show that the optimized operational parameters for achieving superior deionization regeneration performance in membrane capacitors comprise a voltage magnitude of −1.6 V, a desorption flow rate of 30 mL min<sup>−1</sup>, and an electrode regeneration duration of 25 min. The MCDI system achieves a desorption amount of 45.87 mg g<sup>−1</sup>, a remarkable regeneration rate of 99.23 % under the optimized operating conditions. The MCDI system demonstrates a desorption amount and regeneration rate that are 22.56 mg g<sup>−1</sup> and 17.47 % higher, respectively, compared to the traditional capacitive deionization system.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"47 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142665935","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dr. Mahmood M. S. Abdullah, Prof. Hamad A. Al-Lohedan, Ms. Norah A. Faqihi
{"title":"Amphiphilic Ionic Liquids for Chemical Separation of Crude Oil Emulsions","authors":"Dr. Mahmood M. S. Abdullah, Prof. Hamad A. Al-Lohedan, Ms. Norah A. Faqihi","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202400058","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202400058","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This work aims to synthesize novel amphiphilic ionic liquids (AILs), AH-PM, and AD-PM as well as apply them to chemically demulsifying crude oil emulsions. Two AILs containing different long alkyl chains were synthesized and characterized using several techniques. The surface and interfacial indicated AILs’ surface activity and ability to form micelles. For that, the demulsification efficacy (DE) of these AILs was explored using different factors affecting, e.g., AIL dose, settling time (ST), water content, and temperature. The results indicated that the AIL hydrophobicity resulting from the longer alkyl chain could improve AIL DE. Moreover, increased AIL dose, ST, water content, and temperature improved DE.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"47 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142666155","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Edgar Uquiche, Edith Cayupán, Claudia Marillán, Paulina Sepúlveda
{"title":"Supercritical CO2 Extraction From Leptocarpha rivularis Stalks Using Box–Behnken Design","authors":"Edgar Uquiche, Edith Cayupán, Claudia Marillán, Paulina Sepúlveda","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202400059","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202400059","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The effect of temperature, pressure, and specific solvent consumption on extraction yield from <i>Leptocarpha rivularis</i> stalks was studied using a Box–Behnken design. The effect of pressure on extraction yield was the most important, followed by temperature and specific solvent consumption (<i>p </i>≤ 0.05). The extraction yield correlated (<i>p </i>≤ 0.05) positively with the CO<sub>2</sub> density. A diffusion model adequately described the cumulative extraction curve with the highest yield at the selected extraction condition. The inhibition of linoleic acid oxidation and the inhibition of lipoxygenase enzyme were higher in the supercritical (SC) extract than in the hydroethanolic extract. SC extraction could be used to isolate compounds from <i>L. rivularis</i> stalks with functional value.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"47 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142666154","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Kinetic and Parametric Studies on Oleic Acid Esterification Catalyzed by Purolite CT151","authors":"Prof. Dr. Oğuzhan İlgen, MSc. Elif Baytaş","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202400141","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202400141","url":null,"abstract":"<p>In this study, the impact of reaction parameters, reaction kinetics, and mechanism on the esterification of oleic acid with methanol using Purolite CT151 as a heterogeneous catalyst was investigated. The effects of molar ratio, reaction time, and catalyst amount were examined. The highest oleic acid conversion of 84 % was achieved under the following conditions: methanol/oleic acid molar ratio of 12:1, 20 wt. % catalyst amounts, a reaction time of 7 h, and a reaction temperature of 67 °C. The surface characterization was performed with FTIR and scanning electron microscope analysis. The proposed reaction model was based on the Eley–Rideal mechanism, where methanol adsorbed onto the catalyst surface reacted with oleic acid before water desorption.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"47 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-09-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142666143","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Nutritional Requirements and Fermentation Condition for Acetic Acid Production From Agricultural Fruit Waste","authors":"Yashini Selvanathan, Saleha Shamsudin, Norazwina Zainol, Nasratun Masngut","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202300581","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202300581","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Studies on agricultural fruit waste fermentation for acetic acid production have focused on understanding its nutrient requirements. The present systematic literature review aimed to assess the potential and additional nutrients necessary for optimised acetic acid production from fruit waste. Fermentation conditions and techniques employed for the alcoholic and acetous fermentation stages were also evaluated to establish their significant effects on acetic acid yield.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"48 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-09-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143431430","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lorna Jeffery Minggu, Nur Azlina Adris, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rozan Mohamad Yunus, Dr. Khuzaimah Arifin, ChM. Dr. Mohamad Azuwa Mohamed, Prof. ChM. Dr. Mohammad B. Kassim
{"title":"Photoelectrochemical Technology for Solar Fuel: Green Hydrogen, Carbon Dioxide Capture, and Ammonia Production","authors":"Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lorna Jeffery Minggu, Nur Azlina Adris, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rozan Mohamad Yunus, Dr. Khuzaimah Arifin, ChM. Dr. Mohamad Azuwa Mohamed, Prof. ChM. Dr. Mohammad B. Kassim","doi":"10.1002/ceat.202300589","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ceat.202300589","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Photoelectrochemical (PEC) technology is a promising strategy that can directly convert sunlight into chemical energy. Direct solar water splitting through the PEC process is a desirable method for green hydrogen (H<sub>2</sub>) production. This technology has also the potential to capture CO<sub>2</sub> and convert it into fuels using sunlight and water, besides converting N<sub>2</sub> and H<sub>2</sub>O to produce ammonia (NH<sub>3</sub>), which acts as transportable H<sub>2</sub> storage. The cracking of NH<sub>3</sub> to produce H<sub>2</sub> can also be accomplished using PEC technology. Despite improved PEC performance having been shown, stability, efficiency, and scalability issues still need to be resolved. Even so, PEC technology has much potential as a clean and sustainable solution for addressing global energy and environmental challenges.</p>","PeriodicalId":10083,"journal":{"name":"Chemical Engineering & Technology","volume":"47 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-09-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142525065","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}