Optimal control problem reactor-separator processes

In this section, an approach to solving the optimal control problem is introduced for reactor-separator processes. The approach involves the simultaneous determination of the batch times and size factors for both of the process units. Furthermore, the interplay between the two units involves trade-offs between them that are adjusted in the optimization. It should be noted that simpler models, than in normal practice, are used here to demonstrate the concept and, in the first example, provide an analytical solution that is obtained with relative ease. 

This book on "Environmental Oriented Electrochemistry" concentrates on the Electrochemistry/Environment relationship including, among others, chapters on design and operation of electrochemical reactors and separators, process simulation, development and scale-up, optimization and control of electrochemical processes applied to environmental problems, also including economic analysis, description of unique current and future applications, in addition to basic research into developing new technologies. 

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