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Hybrid Separation Processes


Description:
The study of hybrid separation technology is gaining momentum in developing more sustainable and economical processes. For example, the combination of distillation with membrane separation (such as n-C4 from i-C4) lowers energy consumption and improves yields and qualities of distillation cuts. Processes that integrate technologies from all separation areas are welcome. The key objective of this session is to invite presentations addressing improved separation efficiency and decreased equipment sizes and weight by applying hybrid separation technology. Experimental and simulation studies are welcome.

Sponsor:
General Topics and Other Methods


Chair:
Alice Z. He
Team Leader, Separations Processs R&D
Chevron Energy Technology Company
Process, Analysis, and Catalysis
100 Chevron Way
Richmond, CA 94802
Phone Number: 510-242-5628
Email: AZHE@chevron.com

Co-Chair:
Stephen M. Ritchie
Associate Professor
University of Alabama
Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0203
Phone Number: 205-348-2712
Fax Number: 205-348-7758
Email: sritchie@eng.ua.edu


Papers:
Hybrid Membrane-Cryogenic Distillation Air Separation Processes for Oxygen Production
Kyle P. Kostroski, BP; Phillip C. Wankat, Purdue University
New Approach for Modeling Hybrid PSA-Distillation Processes
Fan Wu, University of South Carolina; Armin D. Ebner, University of South Carolina; James A. Ritter, University of South Carolina
Organosilicone Distillation System: Comparison of Existing Processes and Novel Parallel Heat-Coupling Counterparts by Simulation
Jinsheng Sun, Tianjin University,P.R. China; Yanhong Wang, Tianjin University,P.R. China
Modeling and Simulation of Membrane Biological Reactors Using ANNs
Nabil Abdel-Jabbar, American University of Sharjah; Raafat Alnaizy, American University of Sharjah; Ahmed A. Aidan, American University of Sharjah; Noor A. Abachi, American University of Sharjah
Selection of Filtration Networks for Recreational Water Use
David M. Follansbee, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Lealon L. Martin, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; John Paccione, SUNY at Albany, School of Public Health
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