Description
Book SynopsisThe batch distillation process has existed for many centuries. It is perhaps the oldest technology for separating or purifying liquid mixtures and is the most frequently used separation method in batch processes. In the last 25 years, with continuous development of faster computers and sophisticated numerical methods, there have been many published works using detailed mathematical models with rigorous physical property calculations and advanced optimisation techniques to address several important issues, such as selection of column configurations, design, operation, off-cut recycling, use of batch distillation in reactive and extractive modes, etc.Batch Distillation: Design and Operation presents excellent, important contributions of many researchers from around the globe, including those of the author and his co-workers.
Trade Review"... this book is an excellent contribution. In a departure from the more traditional empirical and theoretical approaches, the author introduces the reader to the practice, by presenting design and operation techniques that have been demonstrated to be useful." Professor Gunter Wozny Technische Universitat Berlin "Dr Mujtaba brings a wealth of experience to this area, in that he has been an active researcher on many aspects of batch distillation for the past 15 years ... The detailed list of references at the end of each chapter make this monograph a valuable addition to the simulation and control literature." Professor T F Edgar The University of Texas at Austin, USA
Table of ContentsColumn Configurations; Operation; Modelling and Simulation; Dynamic Optimisation; Multiperiod Operation Optimisation; Design and Operation Optimisation; Off-Cut Recycling; Batch Reactive Distillation (Bread); Batch Extractive Distillation (Bed); Unconventional Batch Distillation; Application of Neural Networks in Batch Distillation
