Introduction to Chemical Process Engineering: How to Apply Mass Balances on Simple & Complex Systems - Tapa blanda

Sinopsis

Unlock your engineering potential with a solid foundation in mass balances.

Expand your foundation in engineering, apply mathematical knowledge practically on the job, and solve complex problems effortlessly. Gain the edge that have helped countless engineers succeed, while enjoying the concise and easy-to-read format that allows for quick reference and immediate application.

Regardless of the field of engineering you are studying or practicing professionally, this handbook is a to-the-point and valuable resource.

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction

1.1 About the Author
1.2 Overview of the Content
1.3 Process Engineers: Where Do They Work? What Do They Do? What Skills Do They Need?

2. Symbols, Systems & States

2.1 Common Process Variables, Concepts and Symbols
2.2 Introduction to Flowsheets / Flow Diagrams
2.3 Systems & States

3. Mass Balances for Simple & Steady State Systems

3.1 Principles of Balances
3.2 Steady State Systems without Chemical Reactions
3.3 Practical Example: Mixing of Sulfuric Acid
3.4 Practical Example: Mixing of Sulfuric Acid (II)
3.5 Setting Up & Solving Mass Balances
3.6 The Systematic Approach to Solving Mass Balances
3.7 Mass Balances of Combustion Processes
3.8 Practical Example: Converting Composition from Wet- to Dry Basis
3.9 Practical Example: Converting Composition from Dry- to Wet Basis
3.10 Steady State Systems with Chemical Reactions
3.11 Practice Example: Excess Air Coefficient for a Natural Gas Boiler
3.12 Assignment - Distillation of Methanol and Ethanol
3.13 Assignment - Production of Acetylene from Pyrolysis of Methane

4. Mass Balances for Complex & Non-Steady State Systems

4.1 Recirculation & Bypass
4.2 Practical Example: Complex Cooling Loop System (Recirculation and Purge)
4.3 Non-Steady State Systems
4.4 Practice Example: Cleaning a Vessel
4.5 Practice Example: Cleaning a Vessel - Two Time-dependent Variables
4.6 Assignment: Production of Methanol
4.7 Assignment: Production of Vegetable Oils

5. Conclusion

6. Appendices

6.1 Integral Rules
6.2 Separation of Variables - Solving Differential Equations
6.3 Solutions to Assignments

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