Process design, modelling and simulation
To enhance the study of conversion systems, model development and simulation play a crucial role. Simulating processes offers a risk-free approach to evaluate reactant interactions, allowing for the adjustment of these inputs to accurately predict outcome dependencies. Key results, such as energetic performance and process productivity, serve as valuable inputs for assessing the environmental and economic performance of scaled-up processes. Simulation also provides a structured way to analyze the relationships between individual unit operations, effectively simplifying complex processes.Validated simulation models are instrumental in predicting how processes will respond to changes in operating conditions and offer valuable insights for optimization strategies. Notable tools for process simulation include the commercially available ASPEN Plus software (Fig. 1) and the open-source DWSIM software (Fig. 2).
Figure 1: Sample ASPEN plus generated simulation model for biomass conversion
Figure 2: Sample DWSIM generated simulation model for chemical purification
My interest incorporates all aspects of energy systems analysis, techno-economic evaluation, optimization, life-cycle and carbon footprint assessment of integrated energy systems, chemical engineering thermodynamics, chemical reaction engineering etc.
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