The latest edition of a perennial bestseller, Multistage Separation Processes, Fourth Edition provides a clear and thorough presentation of the theoretical foundation, and understanding of the development, evaluation, design, and optimization steps of these processes, from both an academic and industrial perspective. The book’s emphasis on starting with theoretical models and their role in computer simulation, followed by practical applications, sets it apart from other texts on this topic. The author also highlights the importance of relating fundamental concepts to intuitive understanding of the processes.
See What’s New in the Fourth Edition:
- Chapter on fluid-solid operations
- Expanded development of theories and methods for many applications
- Adds numerous industry-related examples and end-of-chapter problems
- Case studies combined with examples
- Updated and enhanced figures
The book includes a generous number of examples from a wide variety of applications to relate theory to actual results, and to demonstrate the performance of process under varying conditions. The chapter topics follow a logical path that starts with basics and theoretical concepts, and progresses systematically into the various separation processes. Each chapter provides the information relevant to a specific topic, and refers to appropriate chapters in the book as needed. These features combine to give you the understanding required to make the best selections of property prediction and simulation techniques and avoid the cost incurred by the use of improper simulations.
Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
Thermodynamic Fundamentals
PVT Behavior of Fluids
Phase Equilibria
Enthalpy
Characterizing Petroleum Fractions
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
References
The Equilibrium Stage
Phase Behavior
Performance of the Equilibrium Stage
Solution Methods
Contents viiNomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
References
Fundamentals of Multistage Separation
Cascaded Stages
Distillation Basics
Absorption/Stripping Basics
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
Material Balances in Multi-Component Separation
Mathematical Model
Types of Column Specifications
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
Binary Distillation: Principles
Column Section
Total Column
Column Solution with Material and Enthalpy Balances
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
References
Binary Distillation: Applications
Parameters Affecting Column Performance
Parameter Interactions in Fixed Configuration Columns
Design Strategies Guided by Graphical Representation
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Problems
References
Multi-Component Separation: Conventional Distillation
Characteristics of Multi-Component Separation
Factors Affecting Separation
Specifying Column Performance
Number of Trays and Feed Location
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Problems
Absorption and Stripping
Thermal Effects
Liquid-to-Vapor Ratios
Number of Stages
Performance Specifications
Graphical Representation
Analytical Solution
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Problems
Complex Distillation and Multiple Column Processes
Multiple Feeds
Multiple Products
Side Heaters/Coolers and Pumparounds
Multiple Column Processes
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Problems
Reference
Special Distillation Processes
Azeotropic and Extractive Distillation
Three-Phase Distillation
Reactive Multistage Separation
Problems
References
Liquid–Liquid Extraction and Supercritical Extraction
Extraction Fundamentals and Terminology
Graphical Representation
Extraction Equipment
Supercritical Extraction
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Problems
Reference
Shortcut Methods
Columns at Total Reflux
Minimum Reflux Ratio
Column Design and Performance Analysis
Modular Shortcut Methods
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscript
Problems
References
Rigorous Equilibrium Methods
Model Description
Steady-State Solution Methods
Chemical Reactions in Multistage Separation
Three-Phase Distillation
Liquid–Liquid Extraction
Convergence by Dynamic Iteration
Column Dynamics
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
References
Tray Hydraulics, Rate-Based Analysis, Tray Efficiency
Tray Hydraulics
Rate-Based Analysis
Tray Efficiency
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
References
Packed Columns
Continuous Differential Mass Transfer
Rate of Mass Transfer
Mass Transfer in Packed Columns
Packed Column Design
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
References
Control and Optimization of Separation Processes
Multiloop Controllers
Dynamic Predictive Multivariable Control
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
References
Batch Distillation
Principles of Batch Distillation
Solution Methods
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Superscripts
Problems
References
Membrane Separation Operations
General Membrane Separation Process
Performance of Membrane Separators
Applications
Nomenclature
Subscripts
Problems
References
Fluid–Solid Operations
Fluid–Solid Interaction Models
Phase Equilibrium
Applications
References
Index
Biography
Fouad M. Khoury
"[T]he major value of this book is in its focus on the necessary basic knowledge for explaining the principles of multistage separation processes in a clear schedule with many examples which can be used without difficulties. Engineers in industry may use the book as a quick reference for necessary fundamentals as well as for details in calculation and optimization. Students, especially in fields of chemical engineering and applied chemistry, will find this book most helpful to learn about all the necessary equations and all the calculation methods as explained in a comprehensive manner, and illustrated by numerous useful numerical and illustrative examples."
— GA Mansoori, Professor of Chemical & Bioengineering, University of Illinois at Chicago
