Frank T. Industrial Chemical Separation..., and Engineering Practice 2023 torrent

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A fresh new treatment written by industry insiders, this work gives readers a remarkably clear view into the world of chemical separation. The authors review distillation, extraction, adsorption, crystallization, and the use of membranes – providing historical perspective, explaining key features, and offering insights from personal experience. The book is for engineers and chemists with current or future responsibility for chemical separation on a commercial scale – in its design, operation, or improvement – or for anyone wanting to learn more about chemical separation from an industrial point of view. The result is a compelling survey of popular technologies and the profession, one that brings the art and craft of chemical separation to life.
Ever wonder how popular separation technologies came about, how a particular process functions, or how mass transfer units differ from theoretical stages? Or perhaps you want some pointers on how to begin solving a separation problem. You will find clear explanations and valuable insights into these and other aspects of industrial practice in this refreshing new survey.
A thought-provoking review by industry insiders.
Explaining key concepts and practices at a professional level.
With a discussion of the practical aspects of design.
Importance and Overall Description
Scale of Operation
Part of a Valued Tradition
Addressing Universal and Changing Needs
Thermodynamics: Characterizing Dynamic Equilibrium
Mass Transport: Characterizing Mass Transfer Drivers and Resistances
Distillation: Rectification, Stripping, and Absorption – The Workhorse Methods
Enhanced Distillation: Taking Advantage of Specific Molecular Interactions
Liquid-Liquid Extraction: Employing Molecular Interactions Alone
Adsorption-Based Processes: Adding an Active Solid Surface
Crystallization from Solution and from the Melt: Taking Advantage of Eutectic Behavior
Membrane-Based Separations: Adding a Semipermeable Barrier Between Phases
Specialized Separations
Inventive Engineering: Process Simplification, Intensification, and Hybrid Processing