Parameterization of Mass Transfer and Kinetic Models

Parameterization of Mass-Transfer and Kinetic Models The mass-transfer and chemical kinetic rates required in the rigorous model are typically obtained from the literature, but must be carefully evaluated and fine-tuning through pilot-plant and commercial data is highly recommended. 

The development and application of a rigorous model for a chemically reactive system typically involves four steps (1) development of a thermodynamic model to describe the physical and chemical equilibrium (2) adoption and use of a modeling framework to describe the mass transfer and chemical reactions (3) parameterization of the mass-transfer and kinetic models based upon laboratory, pilot-plant, or commercial-plant data and (4) use of the integrated model to optimize the process and perform equipment design. 

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