Process simulation—batch 800 Subject

In batch mode, conversions of up to 92.5% were achieved under the above mentioned conditions (Table 6.5). More complete conversions for a continuous reactor design would require intermittent removal of excess methanol and water, possible by flashing the wet methanol. To simulate a continuous process with removal of water a batch experiment was subjected to three repeat cycles of flashing water and methanol, resulting in an acid value 0.5 mg KOH/g for the crude ester product. 

The book may be used for a methodical study of the subject or as a reference for solving day-to-day problems. It follows a logical flow of ideas within each chapter and from one chapter to the next yet each chapter is quite self-contained for quick reference. The discussion starts with fundamental principles, prediction of thermodynamic properties, the equilibrium stage, and moves on to the different types of multistage and complex multistage and multicolumn processes, batch distillation, and membrane separation operations. Although computer simulation is a central theme of this book, no previous experience in the use of simulation software is required. 

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