Modelling and control of multistage mixer extractors

C. Tsouris, L. L. Tavlarides

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Abstract

A drop-population balance model is proposed for the prediction of the transient dispersed-phase fraction (holdup), drop size distribution, and solute concentration along a multistage mixer extraction column. Droplet events of breakage and coalescence and flow patterns inside the contactor are considered. The population balance model is suitable for model-based predictive control, and it is tested against experimental results of drop size distribution, holdup, and concentration profiles from a pilot plant unit. The dynamic behaviour and control of multistage extraction columns is also studied and a multivariable control scheme of holdup and concentration is proposed. (Authors)

Original languageEnglish (US)
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StatePublished - 1992

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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