A mixing flow formed by a main tube flow and four side impinging jets was studied.The concentration distribution of the side flows was measured by using laser image visualization.The different flow patterns revealed t...A mixing flow formed by a main tube flow and four side impinging jets was studied.The concentration distribution of the side flows was measured by using laser image visualization.The different flow patterns revealed the special pattern of concentration distributions in relation with the velocity ratio of jet flow to main flow.展开更多
In this paper, a back propagation artificial neural network (BP-ANN) model is presented for the simultaneous estimation of vapour liquid equilibria (VLE) of four binary systems viz chlorodifluoromethan-carbondioxi...In this paper, a back propagation artificial neural network (BP-ANN) model is presented for the simultaneous estimation of vapour liquid equilibria (VLE) of four binary systems viz chlorodifluoromethan-carbondioxide, trifluoromethan-carbondioxide, carbondisulfied-trifluoromethan and carbondisulfied-chlorodifluoromethan. VLE data of the systems were taken from the literature for wide ranges of temperature (222.04-343.23K) and pressure (0.105 to 7.46MPa). BP-ANN trained by the Levenberg-Marquardt algorithm in the MATLAB neural network toolbox was used for building and optimizing the model. It is shown that the established model could estimate the VLE with satisfactory precision and accuracy for the four systems with the root mean square error in the range of 0.054-0.119. Predictions using BP-ANN were compared with the conventional Redlich-Kwang-Soave (RKS) equation of state, suggesting that BP-ANN has better ability in estimation as compared with the RKS equation (the root mean square error in the range of 0.115-0.1546).展开更多
Experimental investigation was carried out in an elliptical based stirred tank with a diameter of 0.48 m to explore the power demand and mixing performance of coaxial mixers.Syrup and CMC solution(sodium carboxy methy...Experimental investigation was carried out in an elliptical based stirred tank with a diameter of 0.48 m to explore the power demand and mixing performance of coaxial mixers.Syrup and CMC solution(sodium carboxy methyl cellulose)were used as the Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids,respectively.Four different coaxial mixers were combined with either CBY or Pfaudler impeller as the inner one,and anchor or helical ribbon(HR)as the outer one.Results show that Pfaudler-HR is the optimized combination among four coaxial mixers in this work,which provides the shortest mixing time given the same power consumption.Compared with the syrup solution,the increase of power input can make the mixing time decreasing more obviously in the CMC solution.The quantitative correlations for both syrup and CMC solutions were established to calculate the power draw and the mixing time of four coaxial mixers.展开更多
An extended liquid-liquid equilibrium(LLE) UNIFAC model is proposed to describe phase equilibria of mixtures containing caprolactam.In this model,caprolactam is introduced as a new group.New group interaction paramete...An extended liquid-liquid equilibrium(LLE) UNIFAC model is proposed to describe phase equilibria of mixtures containing caprolactam.In this model,caprolactam is introduced as a new group.New group interaction parameters are calibrated from 156 sets of liquid-liquid equilibrium data.The present model gives satisfactory correlation and prediction in liquid-liquid equilibrium,including quaternary systems containing the mixed solvent of an alcohol and an alkane.The model can be applied to predict caprolactam solubility in water and benzene accurately.Freezing point and vapor-liquid equilibrium of binary systems containing caprolactam are also predicted with the extended LLE UNIFAC model.Satisfactory prediction results are obtained.展开更多
In this paper, a new approach using artificial neural network and genetic algorithm for the optimization of the thermally coupled distillation is presented. Mathematical model can be constructed with artificial neura...In this paper, a new approach using artificial neural network and genetic algorithm for the optimization of the thermally coupled distillation is presented. Mathematical model can be constructed with artificial neural network based on the simulation results with ASPEN PLUS. Modified genetic algorithm was used to optimize the model. With the proposed model and optimization arithmetic, mathematical model can be calculated, decision variables and target value can be reached automatically and quickly. A practical example is used to demonstrate the algorithm.展开更多
The flow field of liquid phase (water) of agitated extraction columns is simulated with the help of computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Four kinds of Reynolds-averaged turbulence models, i.e. the standard k-ε model, ...The flow field of liquid phase (water) of agitated extraction columns is simulated with the help of computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Four kinds of Reynolds-averaged turbulence models, i.e. the standard k-ε model, the RNG (renormalization group) k-s model, the realizable k-ε model and the Reynolds stress model, are compared in detail in order to judge which is the best model in terms of the accuracy, less CPU time and memory required. The performance of the realizable k-s model is obviously improved by reducing the model constant from C2 = 1.90 to C2 = 1.61. It is concluded that the improved realizable k-e model is the optimal model.展开更多
In this work we investigated the effect of nitric acid concentration on the pore structure,surface chemistry and liquid phase adsorption of olive stone based activated carbon prepared by mixing process using phosphori...In this work we investigated the effect of nitric acid concentration on the pore structure,surface chemistry and liquid phase adsorption of olive stone based activated carbon prepared by mixing process using phosphoric acid and steam as activating agents.Chemicals and textural characterization show that the increase of HNO3concentration increases considerably the total acidic groups but decreases specific surface area and pore volume.The study of adsorption in aqueous solutions of two organics,phenol and methylene blue,on raw and oxidized activated carbon indicates that the treatment of mixed activated carbon with different concentrations of nitric acid improves the adsorbent capacity for methylene blue at HNO3concentrations less or equal to 2 mol·L 1,while it has a negative effect on phenol adsorption.展开更多
Based on the fundamental thermodynamic principle the relationships of the residual properties, the property changes of mixing and the excess properties between the hypothetical solution of unreacted independent specie...Based on the fundamental thermodynamic principle the relationships of the residual properties, the property changes of mixing and the excess properties between the hypothetical solution of unreacted independent species and the equilibrated solution of actual species have been established. The hypothetical solution provides a way of reducing the dimensionality of problem and simplifying the analysis.展开更多
Toluene degradation performances were studied in a 10 L Two-Phase Partitioning Bioreactor(TPPB).The liquid phase consisted of a mixture of water and PDMS 50(Poly Di Methyl Siloxane,i.e.silicone oil,viscosity of 46 m P...Toluene degradation performances were studied in a 10 L Two-Phase Partitioning Bioreactor(TPPB).The liquid phase consisted of a mixture of water and PDMS 50(Poly Di Methyl Siloxane,i.e.silicone oil,viscosity of 46 m Pa·s) in the volume ratio of 75%/25%.Two series of experiments were carried out:in the first,the reactor was sequentially supplied with toluene whereas in the second,toluene was continuously supplied.Activated sludge from the wastewater treatment plant of Beaurade(Rennes,France) was used at an initial concentration of 0.5 dry mass g·(mixture L)^(-1).The elimination capacity(EC) was investigated as well as the change in biomass concentration over time.Toluene biodegradation was very ef ficient(removal ef ficiency,RE=100%) for toluene flows ranging from 0.2 to 1.2 ml·h^(-1),corresponding to elimination capacities of up to 104 g·m^(-3)·h^(-1).For a toluene flow of 1.2 ml·h^(-1),the biomass concentration measured at the end of the experiment was 4.7 dry mass g·(mixture L)^(-1).The oxygen concentration in the liquid phase was clearly not a limiting factor in these operating conditions.Based on these results,an extrapolation leading to the design of a large-scale pilot TPPB can now be considered to study toluene degradation performances in industrial conditions.展开更多
The vapor-liquid equilibrium of binary mixtures of propyl acetate, butyl acetate and isobutyl acetate with meth- anol has been determined at a constant pressure of 0.6 MPa. Results have been modeled with the Peng-Robi...The vapor-liquid equilibrium of binary mixtures of propyl acetate, butyl acetate and isobutyl acetate with meth- anol has been determined at a constant pressure of 0.6 MPa. Results have been modeled with the Peng-Robinson equation, a traditional cubic equation of state widely employed in chemical industries, as well as with the perturbed-chain statistical associating fluid PC-SAFT theory of Gross-Sadowski. By correlation of the binary inter- action parameters of these equations, the measured vapor-liquid equilibrium data can be accurately predicted. Thus, this work shows that these models are able to represent the experimental data for systems with associating comoounds via hydrogen bonding.展开更多
The elution of WO ions by NaOH. NaNO3 NaCl and NH4Cl on strong basicanion exchange resins in quaternary ammonium form I and the adsorption properties after elution were studied. In addition, the elution curse, the per...The elution of WO ions by NaOH. NaNO3 NaCl and NH4Cl on strong basicanion exchange resins in quaternary ammonium form I and the adsorption properties after elution were studied. In addition, the elution curse, the permeation curveand the exchange capacities of operation were presented. The eluate containingtungsten with high content and excessive eluant of low content were obtained by employing the process of eluting using mixed solution of NaCl and NaOH. It's possible to obtain Na2WO4. 2H2O with high purity by evaporating and crystallizing theeluate. The results of mixed elution showed that the diffusion coefficients of Cl-.OH- and WO ions in solution or exchange agent varied due to the coexistence ofcounter ions and then the exchange velocity of WO→Cl- and WOe→OH- wasaccelerated.展开更多
In this study, a system involving two-dimensional, column-switching high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) was developed and optimized for the analysis of an...In this study, a system involving two-dimensional, column-switching high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) was developed and optimized for the analysis of antibiotics and their related substances. In the first-dimensional chromatography, the analytes were separated on a zwitterion exchange-reversed phase-hydrophitic interaction (ZIC-RP-HILIC) mixed-mode column coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). A commonly used reversed phase LC column was employed in the second-dimensional chromatography. The mobile phase for the ZIC-RP-HILIC mixed-mode chromatography consisted of a volatile buffer that was compatible with LC-MS/MS, which enhanced the efficiency of ionization for structure elucidation. The antibiotic impurities eluted in the ion-pairing reversed phase chromatography were directly characterized by the ZIC-RP-HILIC-MS system, and the orthogonal separation of ZIC-RP-HILIC mixed-mode chromatography and reversed phase LC provided extra confidence that no impurity was missed. The efficiency of this method was demonstrated in the analysis of penicillin V potassium, oxacillin sodium, ceftriaxone sodium, and their impurities. In addition, this method is convenient for impurity profiling of antibiotics, and may be used for the analysis of other pharmaceutical ingredients.展开更多
A combined physical model of bubble growth is proposed along with a corresponding bubble growth model for binary mixtures on smooth tubes. Using the general model of Wang et al.[1] and the bubble growth model for bina...A combined physical model of bubble growth is proposed along with a corresponding bubble growth model for binary mixtures on smooth tubes. Using the general model of Wang et al.[1] and the bubble growth model for binary mixtures, an analytical model for nucleate pool boiling heat transfer of binary mixtures on smooth tubes is developed.In addition, nucleate pool boiling heat transfer of pure liquids and binary mixtures on a horizontal smooth tube was studied experimentally. The pure liquids and binary mixtures included water,methanol, ethanol, and their binary mixtures. The analytical models for both pure liquids and binary mixtures are in good agreement with the experimental data.展开更多
A control system used in high performance liquid chromatograph(HPLC) was described.The control system adopting low pressure gradient elution was tested with different initial and end volume fractions,and four types of...A control system used in high performance liquid chromatograph(HPLC) was described.The control system adopting low pressure gradient elution was tested with different initial and end volume fractions,and four types of gradient elution curves.The experimental results verified the theoretical analyses of the applied method.This self-designed control system can achieve approving accuracy,repeatability and low cost,which has a bright outlook for domestic applications.展开更多
A coal slurry mixing tank is a key piece of equipment in the preparation of coal slurry for direct coal liquefaction.It is a gas-liquid-solid three-phase mixing device.Based on the performance of the existing coal slu...A coal slurry mixing tank is a key piece of equipment in the preparation of coal slurry for direct coal liquefaction.It is a gas-liquid-solid three-phase mixing device.Based on the performance of the existing coal slurry mixing equipment,a type of test equipment for horizontal continuous coal slurry preparation was developed,but to this point has limited research results.The test equipment consists of a mixing cylinder,mixer,stirring impeller and other components.Slurry mixing experiments were undertaken using the prototype,testing the performance of the device.A mathematical model was proposed specifically for the operation of a coal slurry mixing tank that is horizontally operated with high slurry concentration and rotary flow.The flow field in the horizontal coal mixing tank was simulated with the computational fluid dynamic (CFD) method.The experimental results match well with the CFD simulation results.Results show that the test device of a coal slurry mixing tank can be used to model the mixing of pulverized coal and the solvent oil.A strong correlation was obtained.展开更多
文摘A mixing flow formed by a main tube flow and four side impinging jets was studied.The concentration distribution of the side flows was measured by using laser image visualization.The different flow patterns revealed the special pattern of concentration distributions in relation with the velocity ratio of jet flow to main flow.
文摘In this paper, a back propagation artificial neural network (BP-ANN) model is presented for the simultaneous estimation of vapour liquid equilibria (VLE) of four binary systems viz chlorodifluoromethan-carbondioxide, trifluoromethan-carbondioxide, carbondisulfied-trifluoromethan and carbondisulfied-chlorodifluoromethan. VLE data of the systems were taken from the literature for wide ranges of temperature (222.04-343.23K) and pressure (0.105 to 7.46MPa). BP-ANN trained by the Levenberg-Marquardt algorithm in the MATLAB neural network toolbox was used for building and optimizing the model. It is shown that the established model could estimate the VLE with satisfactory precision and accuracy for the four systems with the root mean square error in the range of 0.054-0.119. Predictions using BP-ANN were compared with the conventional Redlich-Kwang-Soave (RKS) equation of state, suggesting that BP-ANN has better ability in estimation as compared with the RKS equation (the root mean square error in the range of 0.115-0.1546).
文摘Experimental investigation was carried out in an elliptical based stirred tank with a diameter of 0.48 m to explore the power demand and mixing performance of coaxial mixers.Syrup and CMC solution(sodium carboxy methyl cellulose)were used as the Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids,respectively.Four different coaxial mixers were combined with either CBY or Pfaudler impeller as the inner one,and anchor or helical ribbon(HR)as the outer one.Results show that Pfaudler-HR is the optimized combination among four coaxial mixers in this work,which provides the shortest mixing time given the same power consumption.Compared with the syrup solution,the increase of power input can make the mixing time decreasing more obviously in the CMC solution.The quantitative correlations for both syrup and CMC solutions were established to calculate the power draw and the mixing time of four coaxial mixers.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(20490200 20525622) the National Basic Research Program of China(2007CB714302)
文摘An extended liquid-liquid equilibrium(LLE) UNIFAC model is proposed to describe phase equilibria of mixtures containing caprolactam.In this model,caprolactam is introduced as a new group.New group interaction parameters are calibrated from 156 sets of liquid-liquid equilibrium data.The present model gives satisfactory correlation and prediction in liquid-liquid equilibrium,including quaternary systems containing the mixed solvent of an alcohol and an alkane.The model can be applied to predict caprolactam solubility in water and benzene accurately.Freezing point and vapor-liquid equilibrium of binary systems containing caprolactam are also predicted with the extended LLE UNIFAC model.Satisfactory prediction results are obtained.
文摘In this paper, a new approach using artificial neural network and genetic algorithm for the optimization of the thermally coupled distillation is presented. Mathematical model can be constructed with artificial neural network based on the simulation results with ASPEN PLUS. Modified genetic algorithm was used to optimize the model. With the proposed model and optimization arithmetic, mathematical model can be calculated, decision variables and target value can be reached automatically and quickly. A practical example is used to demonstrate the algorithm.
文摘The flow field of liquid phase (water) of agitated extraction columns is simulated with the help of computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Four kinds of Reynolds-averaged turbulence models, i.e. the standard k-ε model, the RNG (renormalization group) k-s model, the realizable k-ε model and the Reynolds stress model, are compared in detail in order to judge which is the best model in terms of the accuracy, less CPU time and memory required. The performance of the realizable k-s model is obviously improved by reducing the model constant from C2 = 1.90 to C2 = 1.61. It is concluded that the improved realizable k-e model is the optimal model.
文摘In this work we investigated the effect of nitric acid concentration on the pore structure,surface chemistry and liquid phase adsorption of olive stone based activated carbon prepared by mixing process using phosphoric acid and steam as activating agents.Chemicals and textural characterization show that the increase of HNO3concentration increases considerably the total acidic groups but decreases specific surface area and pore volume.The study of adsorption in aqueous solutions of two organics,phenol and methylene blue,on raw and oxidized activated carbon indicates that the treatment of mixed activated carbon with different concentrations of nitric acid improves the adsorbent capacity for methylene blue at HNO3concentrations less or equal to 2 mol·L 1,while it has a negative effect on phenol adsorption.
基金Supported by Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China.
文摘Based on the fundamental thermodynamic principle the relationships of the residual properties, the property changes of mixing and the excess properties between the hypothetical solution of unreacted independent species and the equilibrated solution of actual species have been established. The hypothetical solution provides a way of reducing the dimensionality of problem and simplifying the analysis.
基金the French Environment and Energy Management Agency(ADEME) for their support through a PhD fellowship for M.Guillerm
文摘Toluene degradation performances were studied in a 10 L Two-Phase Partitioning Bioreactor(TPPB).The liquid phase consisted of a mixture of water and PDMS 50(Poly Di Methyl Siloxane,i.e.silicone oil,viscosity of 46 m Pa·s) in the volume ratio of 75%/25%.Two series of experiments were carried out:in the first,the reactor was sequentially supplied with toluene whereas in the second,toluene was continuously supplied.Activated sludge from the wastewater treatment plant of Beaurade(Rennes,France) was used at an initial concentration of 0.5 dry mass g·(mixture L)^(-1).The elimination capacity(EC) was investigated as well as the change in biomass concentration over time.Toluene biodegradation was very ef ficient(removal ef ficiency,RE=100%) for toluene flows ranging from 0.2 to 1.2 ml·h^(-1),corresponding to elimination capacities of up to 104 g·m^(-3)·h^(-1).For a toluene flow of 1.2 ml·h^(-1),the biomass concentration measured at the end of the experiment was 4.7 dry mass g·(mixture L)^(-1).The oxygen concentration in the liquid phase was clearly not a limiting factor in these operating conditions.Based on these results,an extrapolation leading to the design of a large-scale pilot TPPB can now be considered to study toluene degradation performances in industrial conditions.
文摘The vapor-liquid equilibrium of binary mixtures of propyl acetate, butyl acetate and isobutyl acetate with meth- anol has been determined at a constant pressure of 0.6 MPa. Results have been modeled with the Peng-Robinson equation, a traditional cubic equation of state widely employed in chemical industries, as well as with the perturbed-chain statistical associating fluid PC-SAFT theory of Gross-Sadowski. By correlation of the binary inter- action parameters of these equations, the measured vapor-liquid equilibrium data can be accurately predicted. Thus, this work shows that these models are able to represent the experimental data for systems with associating comoounds via hydrogen bonding.
文摘The elution of WO ions by NaOH. NaNO3 NaCl and NH4Cl on strong basicanion exchange resins in quaternary ammonium form I and the adsorption properties after elution were studied. In addition, the elution curse, the permeation curveand the exchange capacities of operation were presented. The eluate containingtungsten with high content and excessive eluant of low content were obtained by employing the process of eluting using mixed solution of NaCl and NaOH. It's possible to obtain Na2WO4. 2H2O with high purity by evaporating and crystallizing theeluate. The results of mixed elution showed that the diffusion coefficients of Cl-.OH- and WO ions in solution or exchange agent varied due to the coexistence ofcounter ions and then the exchange velocity of WO→Cl- and WOe→OH- wasaccelerated.
基金The Key Projects in the National Science&Technology Pillar Program during the Twelfth Five-year Plan Period(Grant No.2012BAK25B02)
文摘In this study, a system involving two-dimensional, column-switching high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) was developed and optimized for the analysis of antibiotics and their related substances. In the first-dimensional chromatography, the analytes were separated on a zwitterion exchange-reversed phase-hydrophitic interaction (ZIC-RP-HILIC) mixed-mode column coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). A commonly used reversed phase LC column was employed in the second-dimensional chromatography. The mobile phase for the ZIC-RP-HILIC mixed-mode chromatography consisted of a volatile buffer that was compatible with LC-MS/MS, which enhanced the efficiency of ionization for structure elucidation. The antibiotic impurities eluted in the ion-pairing reversed phase chromatography were directly characterized by the ZIC-RP-HILIC-MS system, and the orthogonal separation of ZIC-RP-HILIC mixed-mode chromatography and reversed phase LC provided extra confidence that no impurity was missed. The efficiency of this method was demonstrated in the analysis of penicillin V potassium, oxacillin sodium, ceftriaxone sodium, and their impurities. In addition, this method is convenient for impurity profiling of antibiotics, and may be used for the analysis of other pharmaceutical ingredients.
文摘A combined physical model of bubble growth is proposed along with a corresponding bubble growth model for binary mixtures on smooth tubes. Using the general model of Wang et al.[1] and the bubble growth model for binary mixtures, an analytical model for nucleate pool boiling heat transfer of binary mixtures on smooth tubes is developed.In addition, nucleate pool boiling heat transfer of pure liquids and binary mixtures on a horizontal smooth tube was studied experimentally. The pure liquids and binary mixtures included water,methanol, ethanol, and their binary mixtures. The analytical models for both pure liquids and binary mixtures are in good agreement with the experimental data.
基金the National High Technology Research and Development Program (863) of China(No. 2009AA04Z326)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 60671059, 60871091 and60588101)+1 种基金the National Basic Research Program (973) of China (Nos. 2005CB724302 and 2005CB724303)the 111 Project from the Ministry of Education of China(No. B08020)
文摘A control system used in high performance liquid chromatograph(HPLC) was described.The control system adopting low pressure gradient elution was tested with different initial and end volume fractions,and four types of gradient elution curves.The experimental results verified the theoretical analyses of the applied method.This self-designed control system can achieve approving accuracy,repeatability and low cost,which has a bright outlook for domestic applications.
基金Project (No. 2008C21021) supported by the Science and Technology Research Program of Zhejiang Province, China
文摘A coal slurry mixing tank is a key piece of equipment in the preparation of coal slurry for direct coal liquefaction.It is a gas-liquid-solid three-phase mixing device.Based on the performance of the existing coal slurry mixing equipment,a type of test equipment for horizontal continuous coal slurry preparation was developed,but to this point has limited research results.The test equipment consists of a mixing cylinder,mixer,stirring impeller and other components.Slurry mixing experiments were undertaken using the prototype,testing the performance of the device.A mathematical model was proposed specifically for the operation of a coal slurry mixing tank that is horizontally operated with high slurry concentration and rotary flow.The flow field in the horizontal coal mixing tank was simulated with the computational fluid dynamic (CFD) method.The experimental results match well with the CFD simulation results.Results show that the test device of a coal slurry mixing tank can be used to model the mixing of pulverized coal and the solvent oil.A strong correlation was obtained.