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Lecture 10 (Process Optimization Introduction)

The document discusses optimization of chemical processes. It defines optimization as using specific methods to determine the most cost-effective and efficient solution to a problem or design for a process. Optimization requires critical analysis of a process, defining a performance objective, and prior engineering judgment. The goal of optimization is to find process variable values that yield the best value of a performance criterion while balancing different variables. Optimization can occur at multiple levels including management, process design, and plant operations. Examples provided include determining plant locations, equipment sizing and layout, and operating equipment. The key elements of an optimization problem are an objective function to maximize or minimize and constraints limiting achievement of the objective function.

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Lecture 10 (Process Optimization Introduction)

The document discusses optimization of chemical processes. It defines optimization as using specific methods to determine the most cost-effective and efficient solution to a problem or design for a process. Optimization requires critical analysis of a process, defining a performance objective, and prior engineering judgment. The goal of optimization is to find process variable values that yield the best value of a performance criterion while balancing different variables. Optimization can occur at multiple levels including management, process design, and plant operations. Examples provided include determining plant locations, equipment sizing and layout, and operating equipment. The key elements of an optimization problem are an objective function to maximize or minimize and constraints limiting achievement of the objective function.

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Modeling, Simulation and Optimization

for Chemical Engineering


for

CH3133- CC01 and CC02


Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology
Part III
Optimization of Chemical Processes
Lecture Objectives

• Optimization - What & Why

• Hierarchy of Optimization
Assumptions

• Elements & Procedure of Optimization


Optimization

Optimization is the use of specific methods to determine the most

cost-effective and efficient solution to a problem or design for a

process

Wide variety of problems in the design, construction, operation, and

analysis of chemical plants

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Optimization

Interdisciplinary Field
Max Profit, Min Cost, Max Efficiency

Requires
Critical analysis of process, Definition of performance objective, Prior experience (engr.

judgment)

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
What is Optimization

Any process can be represented by some equations or perhaps

solely by experimental data in a graphical form.

The goal of optimization is to find the values of the variables in the

process that yield the best value of the performance criterion.

There is a trade off between different variables.

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Why Optimization

1. Improved yields, reduced pollutant

2. Reduced energy consumption

3. Higher processing rates

4. Reduced maintenance, fewer shutdowns

5. Better understanding of process (simulation)

But there are always positive and negative factors to be weighed

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Hierarchy of Optimization

Three areas (levels)


• Management

• Process Design & Equipment Specification

• Plant Operations

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Examples of Optimization

1. Determining the best sites for plant location.


2. Routing tankers for the distribution of crude and refined
products.

3. Sizing and layout of a pipeline.

4. Designing equipment and an entire plant.

5. Scheduling maintenance and equipment replacement.

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Examples of Optimization

6. Operating equipment, such as tubular reactors, columns,


and absorbers.

7. Evaluating plant data to construct a model of a process.

8. Minimizing inventory charges.

9. Allocating resources or services among several processes.

10. Planning and scheduling construction.

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Examples of Optimization

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Examples of Optimization

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Examples of Optimization

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Elements of Optimization Problem

An objective function is defined which


needs to be either maximized or
minimized. The objective function may be
technical or economic.

Constraints, that limit the achievement of


objective function and can be equal or
inequal

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering
Procedure

Course:
Course: Modeling, Process Modeling
Simulation and Simulation
and Optimization | Lecture:
for Chemical Process Modeling
Engineering

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