Process Engineering, Simulation, and Design
We have a dedicated staff of engineers with extensive experience in process design, engineering, modeling, and simulation to help guide new technology development from concept through scale-up and demonstration. Using state-of-the-art engineering and design tools, we are able to develop a critical understanding of the technical and economic feasibility of new technologies.
These tools also allow us to focus our research efforts on the targets that are most important for successful technology development. Our resources in this area support both government-funded research projects and R&D work for commercial clients.
Process Engineering Capabilities
- Process simulation and modeling (steady-state and dynamic)
- Process flow and instrumentation diagrams
- Heat and material balances
- Process optimization and sensitivity studies
- Process design packages
- Capital and operating cost estimates
- Life-cycle evaluations
- 2-D plot plans and 3-D models
- Detailed equipment drawings
- Design of fluidized-bed and transport reactors
Tools: Engineering and Design
- CADWorx
- Microsoft Visio
- AutoCAD
- AutoDesk Inventor
Tools: Simulation and Modeling
- Aspen Plus®
- Aspen HYSYS®
- Aspen Process Economic Analyzer
- RTI Membrane Simulator
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Fluent and MFIX