Distillation

Distillation: Design, Optimization, and Control of Distillation Processes, Second Edition provides a comprehensive overview of modern methods for the systematic development of efficient, intensified, and operable distillation processes, emphasizing the importance of energy efficiency and sustainability. It is tailored for chemical engineers, process designers, researchers, and students in chemical engineering and related fields. The chapters address the modeling and optimization of individual columns and separation sequences, as well as the conceptual design of batch, zeotropic, azeotropic, and extractive distillation processes. Further sections examine dividing wall columns, systematic entrainer selection, hybrid separation processes, and reactive distillation. The volume concludes with practical guidance on the control and operation of conventional and intensified distillation systems. Throughout, particular emphasis is placed on technical feasibility, energy efficiency and economical viability.

This edition builds on the success of its PROSE award-winning predecessor, integrating new developments and research. Whether you are involved in energy efficiency, sustainability, or advanced process design, this book serves as a vital reference, empowering you to enhance your expertise and drive innovation in distillation technology.

• Fully revised and updated new edition of the 2015 PROSE Award Winner in Chemistry & Physics from the Association of American Publishers
• Covers all distillation processes, from batch distillation, over zeotropic, azeotropic, extractive and hybrid distillation processes, as well as reactive distillation processes
• Addresses the need for improved energy efficiency and conceptual methods/computational tools applied in the design, optimization, and control of distillation processes
• Provides practical information written by recognized experts on the newest developments
• Comprises the most important and current research on industrial distillation, including all steps in conceptual process design, together with operation and control aspects