A Systematic Methodology for the Synthesis of Advanced Reactive Distillation Technologies

This study is the first to provide a systematic approach assessing potential of advanced reactive distillation technologies expand applicability distillation. The work presented here focuses on synthesis technologies, proposing conceptually based methodology for early-stage screening. uses basic thermodynamic and kinetic data navigate decision-making flowchart in four steps: compositions splits, properties operating windows, kinetics, phase equilibria. results qualify as advantageous, technically feasible, or not applicable. Five industrially relevant case studies illustrate application develop preliminary process flowsheets. proposed aims guide technology selection using while providing flexibility meet objectives design problem. contributes integrating technology-oriented normally followed intensification into systems engineering by developing conceptual flowsheet early stages design.