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PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
Amiya K. Jana
@ 2009 by PHI Learning Pnvate Limited, New Delhi. All rights reserved. No part of this book maybe reproduced In any form, by mimeograph or any other means, without permission in writing fromthe publisher.
ISBN-978-81-203-3659-9
The export rights of this book are vested solely with the publisher.
Published by Asoke K. Ghosh, PHI Learning Private Limited, M-97, Connaught Circus,New Delhi-110001 and Printed by Jay Print Pack Private Limited, New Delhi-110015.
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Rs. 295.00
PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
Amiya K. Jana
@ 2009 by PHI Learning Pnvate Limited, New Delhi. All rights reserved. No part of this book maybe reproduced In any form, by mimeograph or any other means, without permission in writing fromthe publisher.
ISBN-978-81-203-3659-9
The export rights of this book are vested solely with the publisher.
Published by Asoke K. Ghosh, PHI Learning Private Limited, M-97, Connaught Circus,New Delhi-110001 and Printed by Jay Print Pack Private Limited, New Delhi-110015.
Rs. 295.00
PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
Amiya K. Jana
@ 2009 by PHI Learning Pnvate Limited, New Delhi. All rights reserved. No part of this book maybe reproduced In any form, by mimeograph or any other means, without permission in writing fromthe publisher.
ISBN-978-81-203-3659-9
The export rights of this book are vested solely with the publisher.
Published by Asoke K. Ghosh, PHI Learning Private Limited, M-97, Connaught Circus,New Delhi-110001 and Printed by Jay Print Pack Private Limited, New Delhi-110015.
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Rs. 295.00
PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
Amiya K. Jana
@ 2009 by PHI Learning Pnvate Limited, New Delhi. All rights reserved. No part of this book maybe reproduced In any form, by mimeograph or any other means, without permission in writing fromthe publisher.
ISBN-978-81-203-3659-9
The export rights of this book are vested solely with the publisher.
Published by Asoke K. Ghosh, PHI Learning Private Limited, M-97, Connaught Circus,New Delhi-110001 and Printed by Jay Print Pack Private Limited, New Delhi-110015.
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Contents
Preface viiAcknowledgements ix
Part I Steady State Simulation and Optimization
using Aspen Plus
1. Introduction and Stepwise Aspen Plus Simulation:
Flash Drum Examples 3-53
1.1 Aspen: An Introduction 3
1.2 Getting Started with Aspen Plus Simulation 4
1.3 Stepwise Aspen Plus Simulation of Flash Drums 71
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81.3.3 Computation of Bubble Point Temperature 28
1.3.4 Computation of Dew Point Temperature 351
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.5 T-xy and P-xy Diagrams of a Binary Mixture 42Summary and Conclusions 50Prnhlpms
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Reference 53
2, Aspen Plus Simulation of Reactor Models 54-106
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1 Built-in Rpartor Models 54
2.2 Aspen Plus Simulation of a RStoic Model 55
2.3 Aspen Plus Simulation of a RCSTR Model 652
.4 Aspen Plus Simulation of a RPlug Model 782
.5 Aspen Plus Simulation of a RPlug Model using LHHW Kinetics 93
Summary and Conclusions 104Prohlpms 704
Reference 106
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VI CONTENTS
3. Aspen Plus Sinmlation of Distillation Models 107-1853 1 Rnilt-in nistillntinn Mndols 107
3.2 Aspen Plus Simulation of the Binary Distillation Columns 108
3 2 1 Simulation of a DSTWTT Mnripl IQfl
3 9. 9 Simulation of a RaHFrnr MoHpI 1223
.3 Aspen Plus Simulation of the Multicomponcnt Distillation Columns 1363
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3 1 Simnlnt.ion of a RaHFrar MoHpI 13fi
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.2 Simulation of a PetroFrac Model 148
3.4 Simulation and Analysis of an Absorption Column 164
3.5 Optimization using Aspen Plus 178
Summary and Conclusions 181Problems ffl2
Part II Chemical Plant Simulation using Aspen Plus
4. Aspen Plus Simulation of Chemical Plants 189-2264 1 TntrnHnrtion
4.2 Aspen Plus Simulation of a Distillation Train 1894
.3 Aspen Plus Simulation of a Vinyl Chloride Monomer (VCM)Production Unit 203
Summary and Conclusions 220Prnhlpms
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References 226
Part III Dynamics and Control using Aspen Dynamics
5. Dynamics and Control of Flow-driven Processes 229-284
5J Tnt.roHiirt.ion 2295.2 Dynamics and Control of a Continuous Stirred
Tank Reactor (CSTR) 230
5.3 Dynamics and Control of a Binary Distillation Column 255
Summary and Conclusions 279Prnhlpms
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References 284
6. Dynamics and Control of Pressure-driven Processes 285-313fil Tnt.rndnrtinn 2856.2 Dynamics and Control of a Reactive Distillation (RD) Column 286
Summary and Conclusions 310Problems 31JReferences 313
Index 315-317
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Preface
"The future success of the chemical process industries mostly depends on the ability todesign and operate complex, highly interconnected plants that are profitable and thatmeet quality, safety, environmental and other standards". To achieve this goal, the softwaretools for process simulation and optimization are increasingly being used in industry.
By developing a computer program, it may be manageable to solve a model structureof a chemical process with a small number of equations. But as the complexity of a plantintegrated with several process units increases, the solution becomes a challenge. Underthis circumstance, in recent years, we motivate to use the process flowsheet simulator tosolve the problems faster and more reliably. In this book, the Aspen software packagehas been used for steady state simulation, process optimization, dynamics and closed-loop control.
To improve the design, operability, safety, and productivity of a chemical processwith minimizing capital and operating costs, the engineers concerned must have a solidknowledge of the process behaviour. The process dynamics can be predicted by solvingthe mathematical model equations. Within a short time period, this can be achievedquite accurately and efficiently by using Aspen flowsheet simulator. This software tool isnot only useful for plant simulation but can also automatically generate several controlstructures, suitable for the used process flow diagram. In addition, the control parameters,including the constraints imposed on the controlled as well as manipulated variables.are also provided by Aspen to start the simulation run. However, we have the option tomodify or even replace them.
This well organized book is divided into three parts. Part I (Steady State Simulationand Optimization using Aspen Plus ) includes three chapters. Chapter 1 presents theintroductory concepts with solving the flash chambers. The computation of bubble pointand dew point temperatures is also focused. Chapters 2 and 3 are devoted to simulationof several reactor models and separating column models, respectively.
Part II (Chemical Plant Simulation using Aspen Plus ) consists of only one chapter(Chapter 4). It addresses the steady state simulation of large chemical plants. Severalindividual processes are interconnected to form the chemical plants. The Aspen Plussimulator is used in both Part I and Part II.
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viii PREFACE
The Aspen Dynamics package is employed in Part III (Dynamics and Control usingAspen Dynamics ) that comprises Chapters 5 and 6. Chapter 5 is concerned with thedynamics and control of flow-driven chemical processes. In the closed-loop control study,
the servo as well as regulatory tests have been conducted. Dynamics and control ofpressure-driven processes have been discussed in Chapter 6.
The target readers for this book are undergraduate and postgraduate students ofchemical engineering. It will be also helpful to research scientists and practising engineers.
Amiya K. -Jana
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Acknowledgements
It is a great pleasure to acknowledge the valuable contributions provided by many of mywell-wishers. 1 wish to express my heartfelt gratitude and indebtedness to Prof. A.N.Samanta, Prof. S. Ganguly and Prof. S. Ray, Department of Chemical Engineering, IITKharagpur. I am also grateful to Prof. D. Mukherjee, Head, Department of ChemicalEngineering, IIT Kharagpur. My special thanks go to all of my colleagues for havingcreated a stimulating atmosphere of academic excellence. The chemical engineeringstudents at IIT Kharagpur also provided valuable suggestions that helped to improvethe presentations of this material.
I am greatly indebted to the editorial staff of PHI Learning Private Limited, for theirconstant encouragement and unstinted efforts in bringing the book in its present form.
No list would be complete without expressing my thanks to two most important peoplein my life-my mother and my wife. I have received their consistent encouragement andsupport throughout the development of this manuscript.
Any further comments and suggestions for improvement of the book would begratefully acknowledged.
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PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
Amiya K. Jana
@ 2009 by PHI Learning Pnvate Limited, New Delhi. All rights reserved. No part of this book maybe reproduced In any form, by mimeograph or any other means, without permission in writing fromthe publisher.
ISBN-978-81-203-3659-9
The export rights of this book are vested solely with the publisher.
Published by Asoke K. Ghosh, PHI Learning Private Limited, M-97, Connaught Circus,New Delhi-110001 and Printed by Jay Print Pack Private Limited, New Delhi-110015.
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CHAPTER
Introduction and StepwiseAspen Plus Simulation:Flash Drum Examples
1.1 ASPEN: AN INTRODUCTION
By developing a computer program, it may be manageable to solve a model structure ofa chemical process with a small number of equations. However, as the complexity of aplant integrated with several process units increases, solving a large equation setbecomes a challenge. In this situation, we usually use the process flowsheet simulator,such as Aspen Plus (AspenTech). ChemCad (Chemstations), HYSYS (Hyprotech)and PRO/II (SimSci-Esscor). In 2002, Hyprotech was acquired by AspenTech.However, most widely used commercial process simulation software is the Aspensoftware.
During the 1970s, the researchers have developed a novel technology at theMassachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) with United States Department of Energyfunding. The undertaking, known as the Advanced System for Process Engineering(ASPEN) Project, was originally intended to design nonlinear simulation softwarethat could aid in the development of synthetic fuels. In 1981, AspenTech, a publiclytraded company, was founded to commercialize the simulation software package.AspenTech went public in October 1994 and has acquired 19 industry-leading companiesas part of its mission to offer a complete, integrated solution to the process industries(http://www.aspentech.eom/corporate/careers/faqs.cfm#whenAT).
The sophisticated Aspen software tool can simulate large processes with a highdegree of accuracy. It has a model library that includes mixers, splitters, phaseseparators, heat exchangers, distillation columns, reactors, pressure changers,manipulators, etc. By interconnecting several unit operations, we are able to develop aprocess flow diagram (PFD) for a complete plant. To solve the model structure of either
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a single unit or a chemical plant, required Fortran codes are built-in in the Aspensimulator. Additionally, we can also use our own subroutine in the Aspen package.
The Aspen simulation package has a large experimental databank forthermodynamic and physical parameters. Therefore, we need to give limited input datafor solving even a process plant having a large number of units with avoiding humanerrors and spending a minimum time.
Aspen simulator has been developed for the simulation of a wide variety ofprocesses, such as chemical and petrochemical, petroleum refining, polymer, and coal-based processes. Previously, this flowsheet simulator was used with limitedapplications. Nowadays, different Aspen packages are available for simulations withpromising performance. Briefly, some of them are presented below.
Aspen Plus-This process simulation tool is mainly used for steady state simulation ofchemicals, petrochemicals and petroleum industries. It is also used for performancemonitoring, design, optimization and business planning.
Aspen Dynamics-This powerful tool is extensively used for dynamics study and closed-loop control of several process industries. Remember that Aspen Dynamics is integratedwith Aspen Plus.
Aspen BatchCAD-This simulator is typically used for batch processing, reactions anddistillations. It allows us to derive reaction and kinetic information from experimentaldata to create a process simulation.
Aspen Chromatography-This is a dynamic simulation software package used for bothbatch chromatography and chromatographic simulated moving bed processes.
Aspen Properties-It is useful for thermophysical properties calculation.
Aspen Polymers Plus-It is a modelling tool for steady state and dynamic simulation,and optimization of polymer processes. This package is available within Aspen Plus orAspen Properties rather than via an external menu.
Aspen HYSYS-This process modelling package is typically used for steady statesimulation, performance monitoring, design, optimization and business planning forpetroleum refining, and oil and gas industries.
It is clear that Aspen simulates the performance of the designed process. A solidunderstanding of the underlying chemical engineering principles is needed to supplyreasonable values of input parameters and to analyze the results obtained. For example, auser must have good idea of the distillation column behaviour before attempting to useAspen for simulating that column. In addition to the process flow diagram, required inputinformation to simulate a process are: setup, components, properties, streams and blocks.
1.2 GETTING STARTED WITH ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION
Aspen Plus is a user-friendly steady state process flowsheet simulator. It is extensivelyused both in the educational arena and industry to predict the behaviour of a processby using material balance equations, equilibrium relationships, reaction kinetics, etc.Using Aspen Plus, which is a part of Aspen software package, we will mainly performin this book the steady state simulation and optimization. For process dynamics and
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closed-loop control, Aspen Dynamics (formerly DynaPLUS) will be used in severalsubsequent chapters. The standard Aspen notation is used throughout this book. Forexample, distillation column stages are counted from the top of the column: thecondenser is Stage 1 and the reboiler is the last stage.
As we start Aspen Plus from the Start menu or by double-clicking the Aspen Plusicon on our desktop, the Aspen Plus Startup dialog appears. There are three choicesand we can create our work from scratch using a Blank Simulation, start from aTemplate or Open an Existing Simulation. Let us select the Blank Simulation optionand click OK (see Figure 1.1).
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The simulation engine of Aspen Plus is independent from its Graphical UserInterface (GUI). We can create our simulations using the GUI at one computer and runthem connecting to the simulation engine at another computer. Here, we will use thesimulation engine at 'Local PC'. Default values are OK.
Hit OK in the Connect to Engine dialog (Figure 1.2). Notice that this step is specificto the installation.
The next screen shows a blank Process Flowsheet Window. The first step indeveloping a simulation is to create the process flowsheet. Process flowsheet is simplydefined as a blueprint of a plant or part of it. It includes all input streams, unitoperations, streams that interconnect the unit operations and the output streams.Several process units are listed by category at the bottom of the main window in atoolbar known as the Model Library. If we want to know about a model, we can use theHelp menu from the menu bar. In the following, different useful items are highlightedbriefly (Figure 1.3).
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To develop a flowsheet, first choose a unit operation available in the Model Library.Proprietary models can also be included in the flowsheet window using User Modelsoption. Excel workbook or Fortran subroutine is required to define the user model. Inthe subsequent step, using Material STREAMS icon, connect the inlet and outlet streamswith the process. A process is called as a block in Aspen terminology. Notice that clickingon Material STREAMS, when we move the cursor into the flowsheet area red and blue
arrows appear around the model block. These arrows indicate places to attach streamsto the block. Red arrows indicate required streams and blue arrows are optional.
When the flowsheet is completed, the status message changes from Flowsheet NotComplete to Required Input Incomplete. After providing all required input data usinginput forms, the status bar shows Required Input Complete and then only the simulationresults are obtained. In the Data Browsery we have to enter information at locationswhere there are red semicircles. When one has finished a section, a blue checkmark
appears. In subsection 1.3.2. a simple problem has been solved, presenting a detailedstepwise simulation procedure in Aspen Plus. In addition, three more problems havealso been discussed with their solution approaches subsequently.
1.3 STEPWISE ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF FLASH DRUMS
1.3
.1 Built-in Flash Drum Models
In the Model Library, there are five built-in separators. A brief description of thesemodels is given below.
Flash 2: It is used for equilibrium calculations of two-phase (vapour-liquid) and three-phase (vapour-liquid-liquid) systems. In addition to inlet stream(s), this separator caninclude three product streams: one liquid stream, one vapour stream and an optionalwater decant stream. It can be used to model evaporators, flash chambers and othersingle-stage separation columns.
Flash 3: It is used for equilibrium calculations of a three-phase (vapour-liquid-liquid)system. This separator can handle maximum three outlet streams: two liquid streamsand one vapour stream. It can be used to model single-stage separation columns.
Decanter: It is typically used for liquid-liquid distribution coefficient calculations of atwo-phase (liquid-liquid) system. This separator includes two outlet liquid streams alongwith inlet stream(s). It can be used as the separation columns. If there is any tendencyof vapour formation with two liquid phases, it is recommended to use Flash3 instead ofDecanter.
Sep 1: It is a multi-outlet component separator since two or more outlet streams canbe produced from this process unit. It can be used as the component separation columns.
Sep 2: It is a two-outlet component separator since two outlet streams can bewithdrawn from this process unit. It is also used as the component separation columns.
At this point it is important to mention that for additional information regarding abuilt-in model, select that model icon in the Model Library toolbar and then press Flon the keyboard.
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1.3
.2 Simulation of a Flash Drum
Problem statement
A 100 kmol/hr feed consisting of 10, 20, 30, and 40 mole% of propane, rc-butane,n-pentane, and n-hexane, respectively, enters a flash chamber at 15 psia and 50oF.The flash drum (Flash2) is shown in Figure 1.4 and it operates at 100 psia and 200oF.Applying the SYSOP0 property method, compute the composition of the exit streams.
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Simulation approach
From the desktop, select Start button followed by Programs, AspenTech, AspenEngineering Suite, Aspen Plus Version and Aspen Plus User Interface. Then chooseTemplate option in the Aspen Plus Startup dialog (Figure 1.5).
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As the next window appears after hitting OK in the above screen, select Generalwith English Units (Figure 1.6).
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Then click OK. Again, hit OK when the Aspen Plus engine window pops up andsubsequently, proceed to create the flowsheet.
Creating flowsheet
Select the Separators tab from the Model Library toolbar. As discussed earlier, thereare five built-in models. Among them, select Flash2 and place this model in the window.Now the Process Flowsheet Window includes the flash drum as shown in Figure 1.7. Bydefault, the separator is named as Bl.
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To add the input and output streams with the block, click on Streams section (lowerleft-hand comer). There are three different stream categories (Material, Heat and Work),as shown in Figure 1.8.
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Block Bl includes three red arrows and one blue arrow as we approach the blockafter selecting the Material STREAMS icon. Now we need to connect the streams withthe flash chamber using red arrows and the blue arrow is optional. The connectionprocedure is presented in Figure 1.9.
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Clicking on Material STREAMS, move the mouse pointer over the red arrow at theinlet of the flash chamber. Click once when the arrow is highlighted and move thecursor so that the stream is in the position we want. Then click once more. We shouldsee a stream labelled 1 entering the drum as a feed stream. Next, click the red arrowcoming out at the bottom of the unit and drag the stream away and click. This streamis marked as 2. The same approach has been followed to add the product stream at thetop as Stream 3. Now the flowsheet looks like Figure 1.10. Note that in the presentcase, only the red arrows have been utilized.
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We can rename the stream(s) and block(s). To do that highlight the object we wantto rename and click the right mouse button. Select Rename Block and then give a newname, as shown in Figure 1.11 for Block Bl.
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Alternatively, highlight the object, press Ctrl + M on the keyboard, change thename, and finally hit Enter or OK. After renaming Stream 1 to F, Stream 2 to L,Stream 3 to V and Block Bl to FLASH, the flowsheet finally resembles Figure 1.12.
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In order to inspect completeness for the entire process flowsheet, look at the statusindicator. If the message includes Flowsheet Not Complete, click on Material STREAMS.If any red arrow(s) still exists in the flowsheet window, it indicates that the process isnot precisely connected with the stream(s). Then we need to try again for properconnection. To find out why the connectivity is not complete, hit the Next button on theData Browser toolbar. However, if we made a mistake and want to remove a stream
(or block) from the flowsheet, highlight it. right click on it. hit Delete Stream (or DeleteBlock), and finally click OK.
Anyway, suppose that the flowsheet connectivity is complete. Accordingly, the statusmessage changes from Flowsheet Not Complete to Required Input Incomplete.
We have defined the unit operation to be simulated and set up the streams intoand out of the process. Next we need to enter the rest of the information using severalinput forms required to complete the simulation. Within Aspen Plus, the easiest way tofind the next step is to use one of the followings:
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As we click OiC on the message. Aspen Plus opens the Data Browser window containingthe Data Browser menu tree and Setup/Specifications/Global sheet.
Alternatively, clicking on Solver Settings and then choosing Setup /Specifications inthe left pane of the Data Browser window, we can also obtain this screen (Figure 1.14).
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Although optional, it is a good practice to fill up the above form for our project givingthe Title (Flash Calculations) and keeping the other items unchanged (Figure 1.15).
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We may wish to have streams results summarized with mole fractions or some other basisthat is not set by default. For this, we can use the Report Options under Setup folder. In thesubsequent step, select Stream sheet and then choose Mole fraction basis,
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Clicking on Next button or double-clicking on Components in the column at the left sideand then selecting Specifications, we get the following opening screen (Figure 1.18).
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Next, we need to fill up the table as suggested in Figure 1.18. A Component ID isessentially an alias for a component. It is enough to enter the formulas or names of thecomponents as their IDs. Based on these component IDs, Aspen Plus fills out the Type,
Component name and Formula columns. But sometimes Aspen Plus does not find anexact match in its library. Like, in the present simulation, we have the following screen(Figure 1.19) after inserting chemical formulas of the components in the Component IDcolumn.
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Now, we have to give a hint with Component name or formula (butane) and thenhit Enter or Find now button (Figure 1.21). Apart from component name or formula,we can also search a component by giving component class or molecular weight (range)or boiling point (range) or CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number. Click on Advancedbutton in the following screen to get these options.
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Aspen Plus suggests a number of possibilities. Among them, select a suitablecomponent name (N-BUTANE) and then click on Add. Automatically, the Componentname and Formula for Component ID N-C4H10 enter into their respective columns.For last two components, we follow the same approach. When all the components arecompletely defined, the filled component input form looks like Figure 1.22.
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The Type is a specification of how Aspen calculates the thermodynamic properties.For fluid processing of organic chemicals, it is usually suitable to use 'Conventional*option. Notice that if we make a mistake adding a component, right click on the rowand then hit Delete Row or Clear.
Specifying property method
Press Next button or choose Properties I Specifications from the Data Browser. Then ifwe click on the down arrow under Base method option, a list of choices appears. Set theSYSOPO' method as shown in Figure 1.23.
A Property method defines the methods and models used to describe pure componentand mixture behaviour. The chemical plant simulation requires property data. A widevariety of methods are available in Aspen Plus package for computing the properties.
Each Process type has a list of recommended property methods. Therefore, the Processtype narrows down the choices for base property methods. If there is any confusion, wemay select 'All' option as Process type.
Specifying stream information
In the list on the left, double click on Streams folder or simply use Next button. Insidethat folder, there are three subfolders, one for each stream. Click on inlet stream F, and
enter the temperature, pressure, flow rate and mole fractions. No need to provide anydata for product streams L and V because those data are asked to compute in the presentproblem (see Figure 1.24).
This property method assumes ideal behaviour for vapour as well as liquid phase.
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INTRODUCTION AND STEI'WISK ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION 19
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Specifying block information
Hitting Next button or selecting Blocks/FLASH in the column at the left side, we getthe block input form. After inserting the operating temperature and pressure, oneobtains Figure 1.25.
20 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPRN
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Now the Status message (Required Input Complete) implies that all necessaryinformation have been inserted adequately. Moreover, all the icons on the left are blue.It reveals that all the menus are completely filled out. If any menu is still red, carefullyenter the required information to make it blue.
Running the simulation
Click on Next button and get the following screen (see Figure 1.26). To run the
simulation, press OK on the message. We can also perform the simulation selectingRun from the Run pulldown menu or using shortcut key F5.
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The Control Panel, as shown in Figure 1.27, shows the progress of the simulation.It presents all warnings, errors, and status messages.
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Viewing results
HittingATex button and then clicking OK, the Run Status screen appears first (see Figure 1.28).
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From the Data Browser, choose Results Summary /Streams and get the followingscreen that includes the final results of the given problem (see Figure 1
.29).
Save the work by choosing File/Save As/...from the menu list on the top. We canname the file whatever we want. Note that an Aspen Plus Backup file (*.bkp) takes
much less space than a normal Aspen Plus Documents file ( .apw).
22 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
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If we click on Stream Table button, the results table takes a place in the ProcessFlowsheet Window, as shown in Figure 1.30.
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INTRODUCTION AND STKPWISK ASPKN PI.US,M SIMUI.ATION 23
Viewing input summary
To obtain the input information, press Ctrl + Alt + I on the keyboard or select InputSummary from the View pulldown menu. The supervisor may ask to include the results,shown in Figure 1.30, along with the input summary in the final report on the presentproject (see Figure 1.31).
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Creating report file
To create a detailed report of the work we have done, including input summary, streaminformation, etc., select Export (Ctrl + E) from the File dropdown menu. Then save thework as a report file (e.g., C/Program Files/AspenTech/Working Folders/Aspen PlusVersion/ Flash.rep). Subsequently, we may open the saved report file (Flash.rep) goingthrough My Computer with using a program, such as the Microsoft Office Word orWordPad or Notepad. A report file for the present problem is opened below.
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617/949-1000
24 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
PLATFORM: WIN32
VERSION: 11.1 Build 192
INSTALLATION: TEAM_
EAT
ASPEN PLUS PLAT: WIN32 VER: 11.1
JUNE 10, 2007SUNDAY
11:23:23 A.M.
06/10/2007 PAGE IFLASH CALCULATIONS
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.S
.GOVERNMENT IS SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS SET FORTH IN
(i) FAR 52.227-14, Alt. Ill, (ii) FAR 52.227-19, (iii) DEARS252.227-7013(c)(l)(ii), or (iv) THE ACCOMPANYING LICENSE AGREEMENT,AS APPLICABLE. FOR PURPOSES OF THE FAR, THIS SOFTWARE SHALL BE DEEMEDTO BE "UNPUBLISHED" AND LICENSED WITH DISCLOSURE PROHIBITIONS.CONTRACTOR/SUBCONTRACTOR: ASPEN TECHNOLOGY, INC. TEN CANAL PARK,CAMBRIDGE, MA 02141.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
RUN CONTROL SECTION 1RUN CONTROL INFORMATION 1DESCRIPTION 1
FLOWSHEET SECTION 2FLOWSHEET CONNECTIVITY BY STREAMS 2FLOWSHEET CONNECTIVITY BY BLOCKS 2
COMPUTATIONAL SEQUENCE 2OVERALL FLOWSHEET BALANCE 2
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES SECTION 3COMPONENTS 3
U-O-S BLOCK SECTION 4
BLOCK: FLASH MODEL: FLASH2 4
STREAM SECTION 5
F L V 5
PROBLEM STATUS SECTION 6
BLOCK STATUS 6
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RUN CONTROL INFORMATION
THIS COPY OF ASPEN PLUS LICENSED TO
TYPE OF RUN: NEW
OUTPUT PROBLEM DATA FILE NAME:_
1437xbh VERSION NO. 1
INPUT FILE NAME:_
1437xbh.inm
INTRODUCTION AND STEPWISE ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION 25
LOCATED IN:
PDF SIZE USED FOR INPUT TRANSLATION:
NUMBER OF FILE RECORDS (PSIZE) = 0NUMBER OF IN-CORE RECORDS - 256
PSIZE NEEDED FOR SIMULATION - 256
CALLING PROGRAM NAME: apmainLOCATED IN: C:\PROGRA~ I\ASPENT~-1 \ASPENP~1.1 \Engine\xeq
SIMULATION REQUESTED FOR ENTIRE FLOWSHEET
DESCRIPTION
GENERAL SIMULATION WITH ENGLISH UNITS : F, PSI, LB/HR, LBMOL/HR,BTU/HR, CUFT/HR. PROPERTY METHOD: NONE FLOW BASIS FOR INPUT: MOLE
STREAM REPORT COMPOSITION: MOLE FLOW
ASPEN PLUS PLAT: WIN32 VER: 11.1 06/10/2007 PAGE 2
FLASH CALCULATIONS
FLOWSHEET SECTION
FLOWSHEET CONNECTIVITY BY STREAMS
STREAM SOURCE DEST STREAM SOURCE DEST
F FLASH V FLASH
L FLASH
FLOWSHEET CONNECTIVITY BY BLOCKS
BLOCK INLETS OUTLETS
FLASH F V L
COMPUTATIONAL SEQUENCE
SEQUENCE USED WAS:
FLASH
OVERALL FLOWSHEET BALANCE
MASS AND ENERGY BALANCE
CONVENTIONAL
C3H8
N-C4H10
N-C5H12
N-C6H14
IN
COMPONENTS
22.0462
44.0925
66.1387
88.1849
OUT
(LBMOL/HR)
22.0462
44.0925
66.1387
88.1849
RELATIVE DIFF.
0.101867E-09
0.326964E-10
-0.113614E-10
-0.332941E-10
26 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
TOTAL BALANCE
MOLE( LBMOL/HR) 220.462 220.462 0.000000E+00
MASS(LB/HR) 15906.4 15906.4 -0.782159E-11ENTHALPY(BTU/HR) -0.165833E+08 -0.147349E+08-0.111463
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FLASH CALCULATIONS
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES SECTION
06/10/2007 PAGE 3
COMPONENTS
ID TYPE
C3H8 C
N-C4H10 C
N-C5H12 C
N-C6H14 C
FORMULA
C3H8
C4H10-1
C5H12-1
C6H14-1
NAME OR ALIAS
C3H8
C4H10-1
C5H12-1
C6H14-1
REPORT NAME
C3H8
N-C4H10
N-C5H12
N-C6H14
ASPEN PLUS PLAT: WIN32 VER: 11.1
FLASH CALCULATIONS
U-O-S BLOCK SECTION
06/10/2007 PAGE 4
BLOCK: FLASH MODEL: FLASH2
INLET STREAM: F
OUTLET VAPOR STREAM: V
OUTLET LIQUID STREAM: L
PROPERTY OPTION SET: SYSOP0 IDEAL LIQUID / IDEAL GAS
*** MASS AND ENERGY BALANCE ***
IN OUT RELATIVE DIFF.
TOTAL BALANCE
MOLE(LBMOL/HR) 220.462MASS(LB/HR) 15906.4
220.462
15906.4
0.000000E+00
-0.782136E-11
ENTHALPY(BTU/HR) -0.165833E+08 -0.147349E+08 -0.111463
INPUT DATA
TWO PHASE TP FLASH
SPECIFIED TEMPERATURE
SPECIFIED PRESSURE
MAXIMUM NO. ITERATIONSCONVERGENCE TOLERANCE
F
PSI
200.000
100.000
30
0.000100000
*** RESULTS ***
OUTLET TEMPERATURE F 200.00
INTRODUCTION AND STEPWISE ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION 27
OUTLET PRESSURE
HEAT DUTY
VAPOR FRACTION
PSI
BTU/HR
100.00
0.18484E+07
0.19274
V-L PHASE EQUILIBRIUM:
COMP
C3H8
N-C4H10
N-C5H12
N-C6H14
F{I)0.10000
0.20000
0.30000
0.40000
X(I)0
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0.16926
0.31602
0.46260
Yd)0
.30055
0.32874
0.23290
0.13781
K(I)5
.7668
1.9422
0.73697
0.29790
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FLASH CALCULATIONS
06/10/2007 PAGE 5
STREAM SECTION
F L V
STREAM ID
FROM :
TO
L
FLASH
FLASH
SUBSTREAM: MIXED
PHASE: MIXED
COMPONENTS: LBMOL/HR
C3H8 22.0462
N-C4H10 44.0925
N-C5H12 66.1387
N-C6H14 88.1849
COMPONENTS: MOLE FRAC
C3H8 0.1000
N-C4H10 0.2000
N-C5H12 0.3000
N-C6H14 0.4000
TOTAL FLOW:
LBMOL/HR 220.4623
LB/HR 1.5906+04
CUFT/HR 1839.5613
STATE VARIABLES:
TEMP F 50.0000
PRES PSI 15.0000
VFRAC 1.8002-02
LFRAC 0.9820
S FRAC 0.0
V
FLASH
LIQUID
9.2754
30.1237
56.2424
82.3291
5.2117-02
0.1693
0.3160
0.4626
177.9706
1.3313+04
382.4385
200.0000
100.0000
0.0
1.0000
0.0
VAPOR
12.7709
13.9688
9.8963
5.8558
0.3005
0.3287
0.2329
0.1378
42.4917
2593.7158
3008.0650
200.0000
100.0000
1.0000
0.0
0.0
28 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN1
ENTHALPY:
BTU/LBMOL -7.5221+04 -7.0232+04 -5.2612+04BTU/LB -1042.5543 -938.9019 -861.9118BTU/HR -1.6583+07 -1.2499+07 -2.2356+06
ENTROPY:
BTU/LBMOL-R -130.1235 -123.3349 -87.8846BTU/LB-R -1.8035 -1.6488 -1
.4398
DENSITY:
LBMOL/CUFT 0.1198 0.4654 1.4126-02
LB/CUFT 8.6469 34.8100 0.8623AVG MW 72.1503 74.8028 61.0406
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BLOCK STATUS
**********************************************************************
* *
* Calculations were completed normally ** *
* All Unit Operation blocks were completed normally ** *
* All streams were flashed normally ** *
************************************************************************:!:;!=
1.3
.3 Computation of Bubble Point Temperature
Problem statement
Compute the bubble point temperature at 18 bar of the following hydrocarbon mixture(see Table 1.1) using the RK-Soave property method.
TABLE 1.1
Component Mole fraction
Ci 0.05
c2 0.1
C3 0.15
i-Ci 0.1
n-Ci 0.2
i-C5 0.25
n-C5 0.15
Assume the mixture inlet temperature of 250C, pressure of 5 bar and flow rate of120 kmol/hr.
S,MULA'noN 29
Simulation approach
After starting the Aspen Plus simulator, the Aspen Plus Stnrt,., v i
Among the three choices, select Template option and then S e F Tl 3
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When the next window pops up (see Figure 1.33),select General with Metric Units
and then hit OK.
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In the next,press OK in the Connect to Engine dialog. Once Aspen Plus connects to
the simulation engine, we are ready to begin entering the process system.
30 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
Creating flowsheet
Using the Flash2 separator available in the equipment Model Library, develop thefollowing process flow diagram (see Figure 1.34) in the Flowsheet Window by connectingthe input and output streams with the flash drum. Recall that red arrows are requiredports and blue arrows are optional ports. To continue the simulation, we need to clickeither on Next button or Solver Settings as discussed earlier. Note that whenever wehave doubts on what to do next, the simplest way is to click the Next button.
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Configuring settings
From the Data Browser, choose Setup ISpecifications. The Title of the present problemis given as 'Bubble Point Calculations'. Other items in the following sheet remainuntouched (see Figure 1.35). However, we can also change those items (e.g., Units ofmeasurement. Input mode, etc).
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INTKODUCTION AND STHPWISE ASFKN PLUSIM SIMULVTION 31
In the next, the Aspen Plus accounting information are given (see Figure 1.36).
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Specifying components
Click on TVex button or choose Components /Specifications in the list on the left. Thendefine all components and obtain the following window (see Figure 1.37).
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32 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
Specifying property method
Hit Next button or select Properties / Specifications in the column at the left side. InProperty method, scroll down to get RK-Soave. This equation of state model is chosenfor thermodynamic property predictions for the hydrocarbon mixture (see Figure 1.38).
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Hitting ATex/ button twice, we have the following picture (see Figure 1.39). The binaryparameters are tabulated below. When we close this window or cbck OK on the message.it implies that we approve the parameter values. However, we have the opportunity toedit or enter the parameter values in the table. In blank spaces of the table, zeros arethere. It does not reveal that the ideal mixture assumption is used because manythermodynamic models predict non-ideal behaviour with parameter values of zero.
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INTRODUCTION AND STEPWISR ASI-KNJ>LU sim 33Specifying stream information
Click OK. Alternatively, use the Data Browser menu tree to navigate to the Streams/1/Input/Specifications sheet. Then insert all specifications for Stream 1 as shown in Figure 1 40
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Hit Afort or select Blocks/BUBBLE from the Data Browser. After getting the blank inputform, enter the required inputs (Pressure = 18 bar and Vapour fraction = 0) for blockBUBBLE (see Figure 1.41).
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Running the simulation
Press Next button and then hit OK to run the simulation. The following Control Panel
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Clearly, Figure 1.42 includes the Status message: Results Available. As the simulationcalculations completed, click on Solver Settings and then double-chck on Blocks to obtainthe following screen (see Figure 1.43).
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Choosing Blocks/BUBBLE/Results in the column at the left side, we get thefollowing results summary for the present problem (see Figure 1.44).
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From the results sheet, we obtain the bubble point temperature = 42.75411960C.
1.3.4 Computation of Dew Point Temperature
Problem statement
Compute the dew point temperature at 1.5 bar of the hydrocarbon mixture, shown inTable 1.2, using the RK-Soavc property method.
TABLE 1.2
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Assume the mixture inlet temperature of 250C, pressure of 5 bar and flow rate of120 kmol/hr.
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Simulation approach
As we start Aspen Plus from the Start menu or by double-clicking the Aspen Plus icon onour desktop, theAspe?i Plus Startup dialog appears (see Figure 1.45). Select Template option
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Subsequently, dick OK when the Aspen Plus engine window pops up.
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In the next, we obtain a blank Process Flowsheet Window. Then we start to developthe process flowsheet by adding the Flash2 separator from the Model Librarytoolbar and joining the inlet and product streams by the help ofMaterial STREAMS(Figure 1.47).
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Now the process flow diagram is complete. The Status bar in the bottom right ofthe above window (see Figure 1.47) reveals Required Input Incomplete indicating thatinput data are required to continue the simulation.
Configuring settings
Hitting Next button and then clicking OK, we get the setup input form. The presentproblem is titled as 'Dew Point Calculations' (see Figure 1.48).
In Figure 1.49, the Aspen Plus accounting information are provided.
Specifying components
Here we have to enter all the components we are using in the simulation. In the list onthe left, choose Components /Specifications and fill up the table following the procedureexplained earlier (see Figure 1.50).
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From the Data Browser, select Properties /Specifications to obtain a blank property inputform. From the Property method pulldown menu, select RK-Soave (see Figure 1.51).
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In the column at the left side, choose Streams/1. As a result, a stream input form opens
Entering all required information, one obtains the screen as shown in Figure 1.52
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The final area that requires input is the Blocks tab. In the list on the left, double-clickon Blocks and then select DEW. Filling up the input form, we have Figure 1.53.
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Running the simulation, the following progress report is obtained (see Figure 1.54).
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First click on Solver Settings. From the Data Browser, choose Blocks/DEW/Results(see Figure 1.55) to get the dew point temperature = 22.19453840C.
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1.3
.5 T-xy and P-xy Diagrams of a Binary MixtureProblem statement
A binary mixture, consisting of 60 mole% ethanol and 40 mole% water, is introducedinto a flash chamber (Flash2) with a flow rate of 120 kmol/hr at 3 bar and 250C
.
(a) Produce T-xy plot at a constant pressure (1.013 bar)(b) Produce xy plot based on the data obtained in part (a)(c) Produce P-xy plot at a constant temperature (90oC)
Use the Wilson activity coefficient model as a property method.
Simulation approach
As usual, start Aspen Plus and select Template. Click OK to get the next screen andchoose General with Metric Units. Then again hit OK. In the subsequent step, click OKin the Connect to Engine window to obtain a blank Process Flowsheet Window.
Creating flowsheet
From the equipment Model Library at the bottom of the Aspen Plus process flowsheetwindow, select the Separators tab and insert the Flash2 separator. Then connect theseparation unit with the incoming and outgoing streams. The complete process is shownin Figure 1.56.
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After clicking on Solver Settings, select Setup /Specifications in the list on the left. TheTitle of the present problem is given as 'TXY and PXY Diagrams'. Subsequently, theAspen Plus accounting information are also provided [see Figures 1.57(a) and (b)].
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Specifying components
Hitting Next button and defining the components (ethanol and water) in the inputform, one obtains Figure 1.58.
Specifying property method
The user input under the Properties tab is probably the most critical input required torun a successful simulation. Clicking Next button, we obtain the property input form.For this problem, choose the Wilson model by scrolling down (see Figure 1.59).
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Once the base property method has been selected and we click the Next button, awindow pops up asking whether to continue to the next step or to modify the properties(see Figure 1.60).
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The next window includes a stream input form. Specifying temperature, pressure, flowrate and components mole fraction, one obtains Figure 1.61 as shown.
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We must note that this option can be used to generate T-xy, P-xy or Gibbs energy ofmixing diagrams. Select Txy' for the present problem. We aim to do an analysis on themixture of ethanol and water; so select these components accordingly. The user has theoption of specifying, which component will be used for the x-axis (which component'smole fraction will be diagrammed). The default is whichever component is indicated ascomponent 1. Make sure that we are creating the diagram for the mole fraction of ethanol.Entering required information, Figure 1.62 takes the following form (see Figure 1.63).
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Click on Go and get the T-xy plot at a constant pressure (1.013 bar) as shown in
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problem to get the plot based on the given information.
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It should be noted that if we move the T-xy plot slightly or close it, we findFigure 1.65 having a databank. Some of these values have been used to make theplot (Figure 1.64).
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We must note that this option can be used to generate T-xy, P-xy or Gibbs energy ofmixing diagrams. Select 'Txy' for the present problem. We aim to do an analysis on themixture of ethanol and water; so select these components accordingly. The user has theoption of specifying, which component will be used for the x-axis (which component
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Click on Go and get the T-xy plot at a constant pressure (1.013 bar) as shown in
Figure 1.64. Although the Status bar shows Required Input Incomplete,but there is no
problem to get the plot based on the given information.
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Clicking on Go button, we have the following P-xy plot |see Figure 1.68(a)|at a constant temperature (90oC) and respective databank produced (Figure 1.68(b)|.
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Notice that the plot window can be edited by right clicking on that window andselecting Properties. In the properties window, the user can modify the title
, axis scale,
font, colour of the plot, etc. Alternatively, double-click on the different elements of the
plot and modify them as we like to improve the presentation and clarity.
SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS
In this chapter, a brief introduction of the Aspen simulator is presented first. It is wellrecognized that the Aspen software is an extremely powerful simulation tool,
in which,
a large number of parameter values are stored in the databank and the calculations arepre-programmed. At the preliminary stage of this software course, this chapter mayhelp to accustom with several items and stepwise simulation procedures. Here,
four
simple problems (flash calculation, bubble point calculation, dew point calculation andT-xy as well as P-xy plot generation) have been solved showing all simulation steps.
PROBLEMS |1.1 A liquid mixture, consisting of 60 mole% benzene and 40 mole% toluene, is fed
with a flow rate of 100 kmol/hr at 3 bar and 250C to a flash chamber (Flash2)
operated at 1.2 atm and 100oC. Applying the SYSOP0 method, compute the
amounts of liquid and vapour products and their compositions.1.2 A liquid mixture, consisting of 60 mole% benzene, 30 mole% toluene and
10 mole% o-xylene, is flashed at 1 atm and 110oC. The feed mixture with a flowrate of 100 kmol/hr enters the flash drum (Flash2) at 1 atm and 80oC
. Using theSYSOP0 property method,
(a) Compute the amounts of liquid and vapour outlets and their compositions(b) Repeat the calculation at 1.5 atm and 120oC (operating conditions)
1.3 A hydrocarbon mixture with the composition, shown in Table 1.3, is fed to aflash drum at 50oF and 20 psia.
TABLE 1.3
Component Flow rate (lb moiyhr)
i-C4 12
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The flash chamber (Flash2) operates at 180oF and 80 psia. Applying the SYSOP0thermodynamic model, determine the amounts of liquid and vapour products
and their compositions.
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1.4 Find the bubble point and dew point temperatures of a mixture of 0.4 mole fractiontoluene and 0.6 mole fraction rso-butanol at 101.3 kPa. Assume ideal mixture
and inlet temperature of 50oC, pressure of 1.5 atm, and flow rate of 100 kmol/hr.1.5 Find the bubble point and dew point temperatures and corresponding vapour
and liquid compositions for a mixture of 33 mole% n-hexane, 33 mole% n-heptaneand 34 mole% n-octane at 1 atm pressure. The feed mixture with a flow rate of100 kmol/hr enters at 50oC and 1 atm. Consider ideality in both liquid and vapourphases.
1.6 Compute the bubble point and dew point temperatures of a solution ofhydrocarbons with the following composition at 345 kN/m2(see Table 1.4).
TABLE 1.4
Component Mole fraction
c3 0.05
n-C4 0.25
n-C5 0.4
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The ideal solution with a flow rate of 100 kmol/hr enters at 50oC and 1 atm.
1.7 Calculate the bubble point pressure at 40oC of the following hydrocarbon stream(see Table 1.5).
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n-C5 0.15
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Use the SRK thermodynamic model and consider the inlet temperature of 30oC,pressure of 4.5 bar and flow rate of 100 kmol/hr.
1.8 A binary mixture, consisting of 50 mole% ethanol and 50 mole% 1-propanol, isfed to a flash drum (Flash2) with a flow rate of 120 kmol/hr at 3.5 bar and 30oC.
(a) Produce T-xy plot at a constant pressure (1.013 bar)(b) Produce P-xy plot at a constant temperature (750C)(c) Produce xy plot based on the data obtained in part (b)
Consider the RK-Soave thermodynamic model as a base property method.1.9 A ternary mixture with the following component-wise flow rates is introduced
into a decanter model run at 341.1 K and 308.9 kPa. To identify the secondliquid phase, select n-pentane as a key component (see Table 1.6).
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TABLE 1.6
Component Flow rate (kmol/hr)
n-pentaneethanol
water
10
3
7.5
Applying the NRTL property method, simulate the decanter block to computethe flow rates of two product streams.
1.10 A ternary mixture having the following flow rates is fed to a separator (Sep2) at50oC and 5 bar (see Table 1.7).
TABLE 1.7
Component Flow rate (kmol/hr)
n-pentaneethanol
water
33.623
0.476
3.705
To solve the present problem using Aspen Plus, the following specifications areprovided along with a T/F ratio of 0.905478 (see Table 1.8 and Figure 1.69).
TABLE 1.8
Component Split fraction in stream T
n-pentaneethanol
water
0.999
0.9
(calculated by Aspen)
B -O
FIGURE 1.69 A flowsheet of a separator.
Applying the SRK property method, simulate the flowsheet, shown in Figure 1.69,and determine the product compositions.
1.11 Repeat the above problem with replacing the separator Sep2 by Sep and usingsplit fraction of water 0.4 in Stream T.
1.12 A dryer, as specified in Figure 1.70, operates at 200oF and 1 atm. Apply the
SOLIDS base property method and simulate the dryer model (Flash2) to computethe recovery of water in the top product.
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Wet
Temperature = 75DCPressure = 1 aim
Flow rates
S(02 = 800 Ib/hr
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REFERENCE
AspenTech Official Site, When was the Company Founded?, http://www.aspentech.com/corporate/careers/faqs.cfm#whenAT.
C H A P T E R 2Aspen Plus Simulation
of Reactor Models
2.1 BUILT-IN REACTOR MODELS
In the Aspen Plus model library, seven built-in reactor models are available. Theyare RStoic, RYield, REquil, RGibbs, RCSTR, RPlug and RBatch. The stoichiometricreactor, RStoic, is used when the stoichiometry is known but the reaction kinetics iseither unknown or unimportant. The yield reactor, RYield, is employed in those caseswhere both the reactions-kinetics and stoichiometry-are unknown but the productyields Eire known to us. For single-phase chemical equilibrium or simultaneous phaseand chemical equilibrium calculations, we choose either REquil or RGibbs. REquil modelsolves stoichiometric chemical and phase equilibrium equations. On the other hand,RGibbs solves its model by minimizing Gibbs free energy, subject to atom balanceconstraints. RCSTR, RPlug and RBatch are rigorous models of continuous stirred tankreactor (CSTR), plug flow reactor (PER) and batch (or semi-batch) reactor
, respectively.Eor these three reactor models, kinetics is known. RPlug and RBatch handle rate-based kinetic reactions, whereas RCSTR simultaneously handles equilibrium and rate-based reactions. It should be noted that the rigorous models in Aspen Plus can usebuilt-in Power law or Langmuir-Hinshelwood-Hougen-Watson (LHHW) or user definedkinetics. The user can define the reaction kinetics in Fortran subroutine or in excelworksheet.
One of the most important things to remember when using a computer simulationprogram, in any application, is that incorrect input data or programming can lead tosolutions that are "correct" based on the program's specifications,
but unrealistic with
regard to real-life applications. For this reason, a good knowledge is must on the reactionengineering. In the following, we will simulate several reactor models using the AspenPlus software package. Apart from these solved examples, interested reader maysimulate the reactor models given in the exercise at the end of this chapter.
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2.2 ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF A RStolc MODEL
Problem statement
Styrene is produced by dehydrogenation of ethylbenzene. Here we consider anirreversible reaction given as:
CgHs-C2H5 -> CgHs-CH - CH2 + H2
ethylbenzene styrene hydrogen
Pure ethylbenzene enters the RStoic reactor with a flow rate of 100 kmol/hr at 260oCand 1.5 bar. The reactor operates at 250oC and 1.2 bar. We can use the fractional
conversion of ethylbenzene equals 0.8. Using the Peng-Robinson thermodynamic method,simulate the reactor model.
Simulation approach
As we start Aspen Plus from the Start menu or by double-clicking the Aspen Plus iconon our desktop, first the Aspen Plus Startup dialog appears (see Figure 2.1). ChooseTemplate option and then click OK.
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As the next window pops up (see Figure 2.2), select General with Metric Units andhit OK button.
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Here we use the simulation engine at 'Local PC. Click OK when the Connect toEngine dialog is displayed (see Figure 2.3). Note that this step is specific to the installation.
Connect to Engine
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FIGURE 2.3
Creating flowsheet
We are now ready to develop the process flow diagram. Select the Reactors tab fromthe Model Library toolbar, then choose RStoic icon and finally place this unit in theblank Process Flowsheet Window. In order to connect the feed and effluent streams
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with the reactor block, click on Material STREAMS tab in th 1As we move the cursor, now a crosshair, onto the process flnw fui , COriier
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two red arrows and one blue arrow. Remember that red arrowf 'blue arrows are optional ports. arr0WS are re(luired ts and
Click once on the starting point, expand the feed line and click a~Hn tv,- f astream is labelled as 1. Addmg the outlet stream to the reactor tntJXwa WW
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After renaming Stream 1 to F, Stream 2 to P and Block Bl to REACTOR, theflowsheet looks like Figure 2.5.
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Obviously, the Sia s md/cator in the bottom right of the mam window h changedthe message from Flowsheet Not Complete to Required Input /ncom ff . f ationto enter th* remaining data using several input forms required to complete the simulation.
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Configuring settings
Hitting Next icon and clicking OK on the message sheet displayed, we get the setup inputform. First the title of the present problem is given as 'Simulation of the RStoic Reactor'
In the next, the Aspen Plus accounting information (required at some installations)are provided.
User name: AKJANA
Account number: 5
Project ID: ANYTHINGProject name: YOUR CHOICE
Finally, select Report Options under Setup folder, choose 'Mole' as well as 'Mass'fraction item under Stream tab (see Figure 2.6(a), (b) and (c)).
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Specifying components
In the Data Browser window, choose Components /Specifications to obtain the componentinput form. Now fill out the table for three components, ethylbenzene, styrene andhydrogen (see Figure 2.7). If Aspen Plus does not recognize the components by theirIDs as defined by the user, use the Find button to search them. Select the componentsfrom the lists and then Add them. A detailed procedure is presented in Chapter 1.
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Specifying property method
Choosing Properties /Specifications in the column at the left side, one obtains the
property input form. Use the Peng-Robinson thermodynamic package by selecting PENG-
ROB under the Base method tab (see Figure 2.8).
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The Streams IFIInput ISpecifications sheet appears with the Data Browser menu tree inthe left pane. Entering the values for state variables (temperature, pressure and total
flow) and composition (mole fraction), we finally have the following screen (see Figure 2.9).
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Specifying block information
From the Data Browser, select Blocks/REACTOR. Specifying operating conditions forthe reactor model, the form looks like Figure 2.10.
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Specifying reaction information
In the next, either hit Next button or Reactions tab under Blocks /REACTOR. Chck iVeiy,
to choose the reactants and products using the dropdown list, input the stoichiometriccoefBcients and specify the fractional conversion. In the Aspen Plus simulator, coefficientsshould be negative for reactants and positive for products (see Figure 2.11).
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Running the simulation
In Figure 2.12, Status message includes Required Input Complete. It implies that allrequired input information have been inserted by the user. There are a few ways torun the simulation. We could select either the Next button in the toolbar which will tellus that all of the required inputs are complete and ask if we would like to run the
simulation. We can also run the simulation by selecting the Run button in the toolbar
(this is the button with a block arrow pointing to the right). Alternatively, we can go toRun on the menu bar and select 'Run' (F5).
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As we click OK on the above message, the Control Panel appears showing the progressof the simulation. After the simulation is run and converged,
we notice that the ResultsSummary tab on the Data Browser window has a blue checkmark
. Clicking on that tabwill open up the Run Status. If the simulation has converged,
it should state"Calculations were completed normally" (see Figure 2.13).
Pressing Next button and then OK, we get the Run Status screen.
In the subsequentstep, select Results Summary /Streams in the list on the left and obtain the final results(see Figure 2.14). Save the work done by choosing File/Save As/...in the menu list onthe top.
Ifwe click on Stream Table knob just above the results table, the results are recordedin the Process Flowsheet Window, as shown in Figure 2.15
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For input information, press Ctrl + Alt + I on the keyboard or select Input Summaryfrom the View pulldown menu (see Figure 2.16).
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2.3 ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF A RCSTR MODEL
Problem statement
The hydrogenation of aniline produces cyclohexylamine in a CSTR accord ffollowing reaction: ' accor(lirig to the
C6H5NH2 + 3H2 CeHnNHaaniline hydrogen cyclohexylamine
The reactor operates at 40 bar and 120oC, and its volume is 1200 ft3 (75% liquid) For
the liquid-phase reaction, the inlet streams have the specifications, shown in Table 2
.1
.
TABLE 2.1
Reactant Temperature (0C) Pressure (bar) Flow rate (kmol/hr)
Pure aniline 43 41 45
Pure hydrogen 230 41 160
Fake reaction kinetics data for the Arrhenius law are given as:
Pre-exponential factor = 5 x 105 m3/kmol s
Activation energy = 20,000 Btu/lbmol
[CJ basis = Molarity
Use the SYSOP0 base property method in the simulation. The reaction is first-order inaniline and hydrogen. The reaction rate constant is defined with respect to aniline.
Simulate the CSTR model and compute the component mole fractions in both the liquidas well as vapour product.
Simulation approachStart with the General with Metric Units Template, as shown in Figures 2.17(a) and (b).
Click OK in the above screen. When the Connect to Engine dialog appears, again
hit OK knob to obtain a blank Process Flowsheet Window.
Creating flowsheet
Select the Reactors tab from the Model Litwy tmodels available. Among them, choose RCSTR P ce it in tnAdding inlet and product streams and renaming them, the process flow magr
look like Figure 2.18.
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Configuring settings
Hit Afe button and then OK and get the setup input form. The present project is titledas 'Simulation of the RCSTR Reactor' and the accounting information are given as'AKJANA/6/ANYTHING/YOUR CHOICE* (see Figures 2.19(a) and (b)).
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In the subsequent step, choose Setup/Report Options / Stream from the Data Browserwindow and select '
Mole' as well as 'Mass' fraction basis (see Figure 2.20).
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Specifying componentsThe example reaction system includes three components. They are aniline, hydrogenand cyclohexylamine. Defining all these species in the component input form, one obtainsFigure 2.21.
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We know that a property method is a bank of methods and models used to computephysical properties. For the sample reactor model, select SYSOP0 base property method(see Figure 2.22) after clicking on Next icon in the above screen.
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Specifying stream information
As we hit Next followed by OK, a stream input form appears. For Stream A (pure
aniline) and Stream H (pure hydrogen), values of state variables and composition are
inserted in the following two forms, shown in Figures 2.23(a) and (b).
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Specifying block information
In the next, there is a block input form. Providing required information for the CSTRblock, we have the screen as shown in Figure 2.24.
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Right click on Available reaction sets, hit New button, then either accept defaultname R-l or give a name as we want for the reaction set and finally click on OK.
Subsequently, select POWERLAW in the Enter Type list and hit OK to get the screenas shown in Figure 2.27.
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Specifying reaction informationHitting Next knob, we obtain the screen, shown in Figure 2.28.
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FIGURE 2.28
As we click on New; button, a form is displayed as shown in Figure 2.29. In this
form, we need to enter the stoichiometric coefficient as well as exponent for allcomponents. The exponents represent the order of the reaction with respect to eachcomponent. Note that there are two types of reactions [kinetic (rate-controlled reactions)and equilibrium] permitted under Power law reaction ID
.
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J_
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1 1
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FIGURE 2.29
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As stated, the reaction
C6H5NH2 + 3H2 C6HnNH2
is first-order in aniline and hydrogen. Also, the reaction rate constant is defined withrespect to aniline. Accordingly, we may use the following information to specify thereaction (see Table 2.2).
TABLE 2.2
Component Coefficient Exponent
aniline -1 1
hydrogen -3 1
cyclohexylamine 1 0
Recall that in Aspen Plus terminology, coefficients must be negative for reactantsand positive for products. As we fill up the form, it looks like Figure 2.30.
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If we do not specify the exponent for a species, Aspen Plus takes a default value ofzero. In Figure 2.31, the resulting relation is displayed in the stoichiometry sheet.
In the subsequent step (see Figure 2.32), we move on to Kinetic tab.
ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF REACTOR MODELS 75
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As directed in the problem statement, we use 'Molarity' basis. Accordingly, the
Power law is expressed as:n E n 1
r= k [T0;exp
R(2.1)
where r is the rate of reaction, K the reaction rate constant (kinetic factor in AspenPlus terminology), k the pre-exponential or frequency factor, T the temperature m degree
K Tn the datum temperature in degree K, n the temperature exponent S the activation
energy R the universal gas constant, C the molarity in kmol/m , a the concentration
exponent, i the component index, and 0 the product operator.
If To is ignored, the Power law expression has the following form:
where,
r= kTn
exp
K = kTn exp
E
RT
E
RT
n(G) (2.2)
(2.3)
In most of our simple cases, the reaction rate constant is represented by the Arrheniuslaw, that is
E NK - k exp
RT) (2.4)
Notice that when the Arrhenius formula is used, we put zero for n and nothing for T0
in the Aspen Plus window. Also, the units of the pre-exponential factor are identical tothose of the rate constant and vary depending on the order of the reaction.
As we
know, the dimensions of the rate constant for an nth order reaction are:
(time)-1 (concentration)1-'1
Next come back to the problem. The kinetic data are required to provide in the abovesheet. Here we use the Arrhenius law to represent the reaction rate constant. It isimportant to mention that the pre-exponential factor must be specified in SI unit. Forthe example CSTR problem, the pre-exponential factor and activation energy are givenas 5 x 105 m3/kmol s and 20,000 Btu/lbmol respectively (see Figure 2.33).
Running the simulation
In the window shown in Figure 2.33, the Status bar clearly indicates that all requiredmputs are now complete. Hitting Next knob and clicking on OK
,we have the foUowing
Control Panel (see Figure 2.34).
ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF REACTOR MODELS 77
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,J
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MitoJ
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FIGURE 2.34
Viewing resultsIn the next
,select Solver Settings, choose figsuto Summary/Sf ms in the list on the
left and finally get the results shown in Figure 2.35 in a tabulated form.
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FIGURE 2.35
Save the simulation work in a folder giving a suitable file name.
2.4 ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF A RPlug MODEL
Problem statement
The combination of two benzene molecules forms one molecule of diphenyl and one ofhydrogen (Fogler, 2005). The elementary reversible vapour-phase reaction occurs in aplug flow reactor (PER).
2CqHq <-> C12H40 + H2benzene diphenyl hydrogen
The forward and reverse reaction rate constants are defined with respect to benzene.The vaporized benzene (pure) with a flow rate of 0.02 Ibmol/hr enters the reactor at1250oF and 15 Psi. The data for the Arrhenius law are given below.
Forward reaction: A; = 3.2 x lO-6 kmol/s . m3 . (N/m2)2
E = 30200 cal/mol
Reverse reaction: k = 1.0x lO-5 kmol/s . m3 . (N/m2)2
E = 30200 cal/mol
[C,] basis = Partial pressure
The reactor length is 36 in and diameter is 0.6 in. It operates at inlet temperature.Applying the SYSOP0 thermodynamic model,
(a) compute the component mole fraction in the product stream, and(b) produce a plot ofreactor molar composition
' (mole fraction) vs i-eactor length' (in).
ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF REACTOR MODEI S 79
Simulation approach
Select Aspen Plus User Interface. When the Aspen Plus window pops up, chooseTemplate and click on OK (see Figure 2.36).
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FIGURE 2.36
In the next step (see Figure 2.37), select General with English Units and hit OK button.
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FIGURE 2.37
Click O/C when the Aspen Plus engine window appears.
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80 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPENTM
Creating flowsheet
In the Model Library, select the Reactors tab. Expanding the RPlug icon, the following
screen is obtained (see Figure 2.38).
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jS's - s - § oSIftEAMS ' RStoc flY»fc) W»J RCte RCSTR RBtfd<
li,-1?-:-:?-- IM
FIGURE 2.38
Inserting the left bottom symbol in the Process Flowsheet Window, adding the feed and
product streams, and renaming the block as well as streams, finally we see Figure 2.39.
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r|ttF..U|-. -nr Nsi|--..| -MBi IN
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FIGURE 2.39
ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF REACTOR MODELS 81
Configuring settingsAt this moment, we are sure that the process flow diagram is drawn correctly. The Status
message directs us to provide the input information. Hitting Next knob and clicking onOK, we obtain a form for setup specifications. First we input the Title of the presentnroject (Simulation of the RPlug Model), followed by the accounting information(AKJANA/7/ANYTHING/AS YOU WANT) and Report Options [see Figures 2.40(a) to (c)]
.
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FIGURE 2.40(A)
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UaTSil
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[T MMi- pdim I Smmnc I HulE«chv4«i | Cot-mi. flo«'«" | Pimm«C»W
hB- 1 -1 - 8 Q OSIRLWi
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FIGURE 2.40(b)
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r m«i
» r SM
K C twwrH »4i , »« flow W 'IK
»O-S-0 y
FIGURE 2.40(c)
Specifying components
From the Data Browser, select Specifications under the Components folder. As we providethe chemical formula of the components in the Component ID column, the other columnsof the table are automatically filled up (see Figure 2.41).
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_j «r<rCwwi
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Mwl «*h TOIR
FIGURE 2.41
Specifying property method
In the list on the left, choose Properties /Specifications to obtain the property inputform. Then choose SYSOPO by scrolling down (see Figure 2.42).
ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF REACTOR MODELS 83
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~
3
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.» r
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FIGURE 2.42
Specifying stream information
In the left pane of the Data Browser window,select Streams IF and enter the values
for all state variables and composition as shown in Figure 2.43.
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IF
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{y MIXED
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1-5 |p. d
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Tdat IT"
Hoi 'jmvUf.t
'i-1 . § . § u-i ji* Rfrfi be j note ncsm npijg m»a
FIGURE 2.43
84 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
Specifying block information
In the next, select PFR by opening the Blocks folder. The reactor is specified in thewindow, shown in Figure 2.44.
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r-.i:i i nrJill 'IMMM
*-J Ntw'QuwclWMldn
J/j Prcf n«
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FIGURE 2.44
Open the Configuration sheet and enter the reactor dimensions in the next form(see Figure 2.45).
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DlcglBl 1 M iteial *l uW\&\**\<\vi n>| Hi ! |Mi H i?i :HMa
_j . /- itarj
S_j PAttwn
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| Sohk | Um> Modab |
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FIGURE 2.45
ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF REACTOR MODELS 85
T the subsequent step, we define a reaction set for the simulation. The default name
R-l has been accepted. Then select Power law kinetics and obtain the picture, shown inFigure 2.46.
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i)' I 22
H®-1 j . I y aSIR£>M$ ' HStac ffiW RCqU RGtti RCSTR fiB BB*J>
FIGURE 2.46
Specifying reaction information
Hitting Aforf button and clicking on New, we have the following forms (see Figures 2.47(a)and (b)) for reaction number 1 (2C6H6 -> C12H10 + H2). Since the reaction rate constantsare defined with respect to benzene, we convert the stoichiometric coefficient of benzeneto unity for both the reactions
. Obviously,the reactions are second-order.
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Rmmm
I1-I'
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FIGURE 2.47(a)
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HI »l
05
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J _2=J
.j i :
3-1-0 o-=uRE R6ife RnSTR f ue HB**
j y- Bi-KOT- W j K Mmrst* Moiod j r jj'
Aver. Plu< - 5M " ij.} 30» '
FIGURE 2.47(b)
As mentioned previously, when we do not specify the exponent for a component,
Aspen Plus uses a default value of zero. As the message on the screen, shown inFigure 2.47(b) reveals, it is true that the forward reaction rate does not depend on theproduct components. After completing the first reaction, select 'New' from the ReactionNo. list. Enter '2; for the reverse reaction QHe C H + H2) and click OK (see Figure 2.48).
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a
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FIGURE 2.48
Subsequently provide the stoichiometric coefficients along with exponents, and getthe screen, shown in Figure 2.49.
ASPEN PLUS SIMUIATION OF REACTOR MODELS 87
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1 n-i 1.1 nr -
.i ,ieii i mi *mi; i
433
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'
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FIGURE 2.49
Hit A exf knob and obtain two stoichiometric relations as shown in Figure 2.50.
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-i-nr .1 w - i-
3>>J qLJniJ
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FIGURE 2.50
In the simulation of the present problem,we use partial pressure basis (applicable
for vapour only) and,therefore, the Power law expression has the following form:
( f >n E ri 1
r = k expR To,
(2.5)
where, P represents the partial pressure (N/m2). If fo is not specified, the above equation
18 replaced by:
88 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
r= kTn expRT,
mPif1 2.6)
For the prescribed reactions, values of the pre-exponential factor and activation energyare provided in the two forms, shown in Figures 2
.51(a) and (b). To apply the Arrhenius
law, we put zero for temperature exponent n and left the box, allotted for datumtemperature T0, empty.
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FIGURE 2.51(a)
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8 i 0 aI Mill
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FIGURE 2.51(b)
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Running the simulation
Hitting Afert button and running the simulation, we obtain the Control Panel (Figure 2.52)showing the progress of the present simulation.
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(0 9 S 8 O = UM t<< Of*
FIGURE 2.52
(a) Viewing results: Click on Solver Settings knob, choose Results Summary/Streams in the column at the left side and finally obtain the results for allstreams, shown in Figure 2.53.
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(b) Producing a plot of mole fraction vs length: Use the Data Browser menutree to navigate to the Blocks IPFRI Profiles sheet (see Figure 2.54).
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In the next, select Plot Wizard from the Plot pulldown menu. Alternatively, pressCtrl+Alt+W on the keyboard and obtain Figure 2.
55.
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Click on Next icon and get a variety of plots (see Figure 2.56).
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Among the available options, select one plot type that is titled as 'Composition' andpress Next button (see Figure 2.57).
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Again click on Next and get the form, shown in Figure 2.58.
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Check whether the information displayed in the window, shown in Figure 2.58,are
ok or not. Hitting Finish knob. Figure 2.59 is obtained by plotting 'reactor molarcomposition
'
(mole fraction) as ordinate against 'reactor length' (in) as abscissa.
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FIGURE 2.59
Note that the plot window can be edited by right clicking on that window andselecting Properties. In the properties window,
the user can modify the title, axis scale,font and colour of the plot. Alternatively, double-click on the different elements of theplot and modify them as we like to improve the presentation and clarity.
ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OK KKACTOR MOOEI 93
2.5 ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF A RPlug MODEL USING LHHWKINETICS
Problem statement
In acetic anhydride manufacturing, the cracking of acetone produces ketene and methaneaccording to the following irreversible vapour-phase reaction:
CH3COCH3 -> CH2CO + CH4acetone ketene methane
This reaction is first-order with respect to acetone. Pure acetone feed with a flowrate of 130 kmol/hr enters a PFR at 7250C and 1.5 atm. The kinetic data for the AspenPlus simulation are given below.
k = 1.1 s"1
E = 28.5 x 107 J/kmol
n=0
T0 = 980 K
The unit of pre-exponential factor clearly indicates the |C,1 basis. To use the Langmuir-Hinshelwood-Hougen-Watson (LHHW) kinetic model, set zero for all coefficients under Term 1and that for all coefficients except A under Term 2. Take a very large negative value forcoefficient A. The sample adiabatic PFR is 3 m in length and 0.6 m in diameter. Applyingthe SYSOP0 base method, compute the component mole fraction in the product stream.
Simulation approach
As we select Aspen Plus User Interface, first the Aspen Plus Startup window appears,as shown in Figure 2.60. Choose Template option and press OK.
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In the next, select General with Metric Units and again hit OK button (see Figure 2.61).
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As the Connect to Engine dialog pops up,click OK.
Creating flowsheet
From the Model Library toolbar, we have selected RPlug reactor and developed theprocess flow diagram as displayed in Figure 2.62.
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Configuring settings
In the list on the left, choose Setup /Specifications. For the present problem, we wish togive the Title as 'Simulation of the PFR'. and accounting information as 'AKJANA/8/ANYTHING/AS WE LIKE'. In addition, choose 'Mole' and 'Mass' fraction basis for the
streams under Report Options [see Figures 2.63(a), (b) and (c)l.
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Specifying components
Select Specifications under Components folder in the Data Browser window.As we
out the Component ID column, Aspen Plus provides the rest of the information incomponent input form, shown in Figure 2.64.
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Specifying stream information
In the left pane of the Data Browser window, select Streams IF. Inputting the valuesfor temperature, pressure, total flow and mole fraction, we have the picture as displayedin Figure 2.66.
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Specifying block information
In the subsequent step (see Figure 2.67), select PFR under Blocks folder. Specify the
reactor as an adiabatic one.
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In the Configuration sheet, reactor length as well as diameter are given (see Figure 2.68).
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In the next, we define a reaction set for the present simulation.
The default nameR-l is ok. Then select LHHW kinetics and obtain the screen
,exhibited in Figure 2.69.
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Specifying reaction information
Press Nex/ knob and then click on New. Under Reactants, select 'ACETONE' from the
Component dropdown menu and set the coefficient to -1. Similarly under Products,select 'KETENE' and 'METHANE', and set both coefficients to 1 (see Figure 2.70).
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Hitting on Next and clicking Kinetic button, we get Aeldn ics input form. A littledescription is given below to understand the use of LHHW kmetxc model m Aspensimulator.
The LHHW rate expression is represented by:
r =
(kinetic factor) (driving force)(adsorption expression)
The kinetic factor (reaction rate constant) has the following form:
nE'
\ 1 >K = k exp
R kT To)
(2.1)
(2.8)
If Tq is ignored, Eq. (2.3) replaces the above expression. Note that all the notations
used in Eq. (2.8) have been defined earlier.
The driving force is expressed by:
f N An c?
and the adsorption is modelled as:
M
Li=i
N
nc"J
where,
In (Ki) =Ai + Bi/T + Ci IniT) + D.T (2.9)
Here, m is the adsorption expression exponent, M the number of terms in the adsorptionexpression, N the number of components, a the concentration exponent, K2, K, theequilibrium constants [Eq. (2.9)], A,, fit, Q, the coefficients and I Notice that theconcentration term C used in the above discussion is dependent on the [CJ basis. Sayfor example, when [CJ basis is selected as molarity, the concentration term representsthe component molar concentration (kmol/m3); similarly when [CJ basis is partialpressure, the concentration term represents the component partial pressure (N/m2).
Providing required data, we have the filled kinetic sheet
, shown in Figure 2.71.Click on Driving Force to obtain a blank form as shown in Figure 2.72.Select 'Term 1' and then 'Molarity' as [CJ basis. Under Concentration exponents for
reactants, set acetone exponent to 1. Similarly for products,
set ketene and methaneexponents to 0. Also enter zero for all four driving force constants as mentioned in theproblem statement (see Figure 2.73).
In the subsequent step (see Figure 2.74), select Term 2' from the pulldown Enterterm menu. Since the given reaction is first-order with respect to acetone and there isno second term, enter zero for all exponents and coefficients
. Owing to the methodAspen Plus uses to specify a reaction, we should insert a very large negative value forcoetticient A (say,
-106) to make Term 2 essentially zero [see Eq (2 9)1 Finally,click
on Next icon.
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Running the simulation
The Stoins bar displays a message of Required Input Complete in the bottom rightcomer of the window shown in Figure 2.74. Subsequently,
run the simulation and obtainthe status report as displayed in Figure 2 75
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Pressing Solver Settings knob and selecting i?esw/ s Summary /Streams, we obtain thefinal results as reported in Figure 2.76.
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SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS |
This chapter presents the simulation of several reactor models. Here, we have considereda variety of chemical reactions in the Aspen Plus simulator. Probably the most usefulkinetic models. Power law and Langmuir-Hinshelwood-Hougen-Watson (LHHW). havebeen used in the solved examples. A number of problems are given in the exercise forextensive practice.
PROBLEMS |2.1 Ethyl acetate is produced in an esterification reaction between acetic acid and
ethyl alcohol.
acetic acid + ethyl alcohol <-> ethyl acetate + water
The feed mixture, consisting of 52.5 mole% acetic acid, 45 mole% ethyl alcoholand 2.5 mole% water, enters the RCSTR model with a flow rate of 400 kmol/hr at
750C and 1.1 atm. The reactor operates at 70oC and 1 atm. Both the reactionsare first-order with respect to each of the reactants (i.e., overall second-order). Forthese liquid-phase reactions, the kinetic data for the Arrhenius law are given below:
Forward reaction: k = 2.0 x 108 m3/kmol - s
E= 6.0 x 107 J/kmol
Reverse reaction: k = 5.0 x 107 m3/kmol . s
E= 6.0 x 107 J/kmol
[C,l basis = Molarity
Perform the Aspen Plus simulation using the NRTL thermodynamic model andreactor volume of 0.15 m3
.
2.2 Repeat the above problem replacing RCSTR model by RStoic model with 80%conversion of ethyl alcohol.
2.3 Simulate the reactor (Problem 2.1) for the case of an RGibbs model.2.4 An input stream, consisting of 90 raole% di-tert-huty\ peroxide, 5 mole% ethane
and 5 mole% acetone, is introduced in a CSTR at 10 atm and 1250C and a flow
rate of 0.2 kmol/hr. The following elementary irreversible vapour-phase reactionis performed isothermally with no pressure drop.
(CH3)3COOC(CH3)3 C2H6 + 2CH3COCH3
Fake kinetic data for the Arrhenius formula are given as:
k = 1.67 x 104 kmol/m3 s (N/m2)
£ = 85 x 103 kJ/kmol
LCJ basis = Partial pressure
The reactor operates at 50oC and its volume is 6 m3. Using the SYSOP0thermodynamic method, simulate the CSTR model and compute the componentmole fractions in the product stream.
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2.5 A feed stream, consisting of di-tert-buty\ peroxide, ethane and acetone, enters aRYield model at 10 atm and 1250C. The reactor operates at 10 atm and 50oC.Use the SYSOP0 property method and assume the following component-wiseflow rates in the feed and product streams (see Table 2.3).
TABLE 2.3
Component Feed flow rate (kg/hr) Product flow rate (kg/hr)
di-tert-hntyl peroxide 26.321 1.949
ethane 0.301 5
.314
acetone 0.581 19.94
Simulate the RYield reactor and compare the results (mole fractions in theproduct) with those obtained for Problem 2.4.
2.6 As stated in Problem 2.1, the reaction between acetic acid and ethanol givesethyl acetate and water.
CH3COOH + C2H5OH (-> CH3COOC2H5 + H20
The inlet stream, consisting of 50 mole% acetic acid, 45 mole% ethanol and5 mole% water, is fed to a REquil model with a flow rate of 400 kmol/hr at 750Cand 1.1 atm. The reactor operates at 80oC and 1 atm. Using the NRTL propertymethod, simulate the reactor model and report the compositions of the productstreams.
2.7 Ethylene is produced by cracking of ethane in a plug flow reactor. The irreversibleelementary vapour-phase reaction is given as:
C2H6 - C2H4 + Hgethane ethylene hydrogen
Pure ethane feed is introduced with a flow rate of 750 kmol/hr at 800CC and
5.5 atm. The reactor is operated isothermally at inlet temperature. The kinetic
data for the LHHW model are given below (Fogler, 2005).
k = 0.072 s"1
£ = 82 x 103 cal/mol
Tq = 1000 K
|C,] basis = Molarity
The reactor length is 3 m and diameter is 0.8 m. Using the SYSOP0thermodynamic model, simulate the reactor.
2.8 Repeat the above problem replacing the PFR by a stoichiometric reactor with80% conversion of ethane. If require, make the necessary assumptions.
2.9 In acetic anhydride manufacturing, the cracking of acetone occurs and producesketene and methane according to the following irreversible vapour-phase reaction:
CH3COCH3 i CHoCO + CH3
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In the CSTR model, ketene is decomposed producing carbon monoxide andethylene gas.
K'
CH2CO-> CO + 0.5 C2H4where,
-rk = K'
K= exp
,1.5
22.8-
K' = exp 19.62-
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T
25589
mol/lit s . atm15
mol/lit . s
[C,] basis = Partial pressure
Here, -rA is the rate of disappearance of acetone (A), -rk the rate of disappearanceof ketene ik), PA the partial pressure of A, and K and K' the reaction rateconstants. Pure acetone feed with a flow rate of 130 kmol/hr enters the reactorat 7250C and 1.5 atm. The reactor with a volume of 1
.4 m3 operates at 700oCand 1.5 atm. Applying the SYSOPO base method, compute the component molefractions in the product stream.
REFERENCE |Fogler, H. Scott (2005), Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, Prentice-Hall of India
3rd ed.. New Delhi.
CHAPTER
Aspen Plus Simulation ofDistillation Models
3.1 BUILT-IN DISTILLATION MODELS
An Aspen simulation package has nine built-in unit operation models for the separatingcolumn. In the Aspen terminology, these packages are named as DSTWU, Distl, RadFrac.Extract. MultiFrac, SCFrac, PetroFrac, RateFrac and BatchFrac. Under these categories,several model configurations are available. Note that Extract model is used for liquid-liquid extraction. Among the built-in column models, DSTWU, Distl and SCFracrepresent the shortcut distillation and the rest of the distillation models perform rigorouscalculations.
DSTWU model uses Winn-Underwood-Gilliland method for a single-feed two-productfractionating column having either a partial or total condenser. It estimates minimumnumber of stages using Winn method and minimum reflux ratio using Underwoodmethod. Moreover, it determines the actual reflux ratio for the specified number ofstages or the actual number of stages for the specified reflux ratio, depending on whichis entered using Gilliland correlation. It also calculates the optimal feed tray and reboileras well as condenser duty. Remember that this model assumes constant molar overflowand relative volatilities.
Distl model includes a single feed and two products, and assumes constant molaroverflow and relative volatilities. It uses Edmister approach to calculate productcomposition. We need to specify a number of stages, e.g. feed location, reflux ratio,pressure profile and distillate to feed iD/F) ratio. Actually, when all the data areprovided, we can use this column model to verify the product results.
RadFrac is a rigorous fractionating column model that can handle any number offeeds as well as side draws. It has a wide variety of appUcations, such as absorption,stripping, ordinary distillation, extractive and azeotropic distillation, reactive distillation, etc.
MultiFrac is usually employed for any number of fractionating columns and anynumber of connections between the columns or within the columns. It has the ability tosimulate the distillation columns integrated with flash towers, feed furnaces, side
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strippers, pumparrounds, etc. This rigorous column model can be used as an alternative
of PetroFrac, especially when the configuration is beyond the capabilities of PetroFrac.
As mentioned earlier, SCFrac is a shortcut column model. It simulates a distillationunit connected with a single feed, multiple products and one optional stripping steam
.
It is used to model refinery columns, such as atmospheric distillation unit (ADU) andvacuum distillation unit (VDU).
PetroFrac is commonly employed to fractionate a petroleum feed. This rigorous modelsimulates the refinery columns, such as ADU, VDU, fluidized-bed catalytic cracking (FCC)fractionator, etc., equipped with a feed furnace, side strippers, pumparounds and so on.
RateFrac is a rate-based nonequilibrium column model employed to simulate alltypes of vapour-liquid separation operations, such as absorption, desorption anddistillation. It simulates single and interlinked columns with tray type as well as packedtype arrangement.
BatchFrac is a rigorous model used for simulating the batch distillation columns. Italso includes the reactions occurred in any stage of the separator. BatchFrac modeldoes not consider column hydraulics, and there is negligible vapour holdup and constantliquid holdup.
It is worthy to mention that for detailed information regarding any built-in AspenPlus model, select that model icon in the Model Library toolbar and press Fl.
In this chapter, we will simulate different distillation models, including a petroleumrefining column, using the Aspen Plus software. Moreover, an absorption column willbe analyzed. In addition to the steady state simulation, the process optimization willalso be covered in the present study.
3.2 ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF THE BINARY DISTILLATION
COLUMNS
3.2.1 Simulation of a DSTWU Model
Problem statement
A feed stream, consisting of 60 mole% ethane and 40 mole% ethylene,enters a DSTWU
column having a flow rate of 200 Ibmol/hr at 750F and 15 psia. This feed is required tofractionate in a distillation column capable of recovering at least 99
.6% of the light keycomponent in the distillate and 99.9% of the heavy key component in the bottoms. Thesample process operates at 300 psia with zero tray-to-tray pressure drop. The pressurein the reboiler as well as condenser is also 300 psia.
In the simulation, use total30 theoretical stages (including condenser and reboiler) and a total condenser
. Applyingthe RK-Soave property method, simulate the column and calculate the minimum refluxratio, actual reflux ratio
, minimum number of stages,actual number of stages, and
feed location.
Simulation approach
From the desktop, select Start button, and then click on Programs, AspenTech, Aspen
Engineering Suite, Aspen Plus Version and Aspen Plus User Interface. Then chooseTemplate option in the Aspen Plus Startup dialog and hit OK (see Figure 3.
1).
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Select General with English Units as the next window appears (see Figure 3.2).
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Again press OK to see the Connect to Engine dialog (see Figure 3.3). Here we chooseT,ocal PC by scrolling down. Hit OK knob and move on to develop the process flow diagram
.
Connect to Engine
Server type:
User Info
Node name:
User name:
Password:
Working directory:
a
Save as Default Connection
( OK 1 Exit Help
FIGURE 3.3
Creating flowsheet
As we select Columns tab in the bottom Model Library toolbar (Figure 3.4), Aspen Plusshows all built-in column models.
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In the next, select DSTWU icon to represent the short-cut distillation process.Once we have selected the icon, place the icon on the flowsheet by clicking with the
cross-hair somewhere on the flowsheet background. When finished, click on K | symbolor right-click on the flowsheet background. By default, the column is named as Bl(see Figure 3.5).
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In the screen, shown in Figure 3.5. only the block is displayed; there are no incomingand outgoing streams connected with the block. Therefore, the Status message in thebottom right of the window includes Flowsheet Not Complete. Interestingly, afterconnecting all required streams with the unit, this message sometime may also beretained. This happens because of improper flowsheet connectivity.
To add a single feed stream and two product outlets (distillate and bottom), click onMaterial STREAMS tab in the lower left-hand corner. As we move the cursor
(a crosshair) onto the process flowsheet, suddenly three red arrows and one blue arrowappear around the block. These arrows indicate places to attach streams to the block.As we know, red arrows are required ports and blue arrows are optional ports. Clickonce on the connection point between the feed stream and the DSTWU block, enlargethe feed line and finally click again. By default, this stream is labelled as 1. In thesimilar fashion, we can add the two product streams, namely 2 and 3, to the distillationunit (see Figure 3.6).
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After renaming Stream 1 to F, Stream 2 to D, Stream 3 to B and Block Bl toDSTWU, the flowsheet finally looks like Figure 3.7.
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Now the Status bar in the window, shown in Figure 3.7, says Required InputIncomplete indicating that the flowsheet is complete and the input specifications arerequired to provide using available input forms for running the Aspen simulator.
Configuring settings
Recall that within the Aspen simulation software, the simplest way to find the nextstep is to use one of the following equivalent commands:
(a) press the Next button
(b) find 'Next' in the Tools menu
(c) use shortcut key F4
and obtain Figure 3.8.
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Hitting OK on the above message, we obtain the setup input form. Alternatively,select Solver Settings knob and choose Setup /Specifications in the list on the left(see Figure 3.9).
Although optional, it is a good practice to fill out the above form with a title and toprovide the accounting information subsequently. The present project is titled as'Simulation of a Shortcut Distillation Column' (see Figure 3.10).
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In the next (see Figure 3.11) the Aspen Plus accounting information (requiredsome installations) are given in the following way.
User name: AKJANA
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We may wish to have stream results summarized with mole fractions and/or someother basis that is not set by default. For this, we can use Report Options under Setupfolder. In the subsequent step, open Stream sheet and then choose 'Mole' fraction basis.In this regard, a sample copy is shown in Figure 3.12. although this is not essential forthe present problem.
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Specifying componentsUse the Data Browser menu tree to navigate to the Components/Specifications/Selection sheet (see Figure 3.13).
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In the window, shown in Figure 3.13, the table has four columns; they are underthe headings oi Component ID, Type, Component name and Formula. Among them, theType is a specification of how an Aspen software calculates the thermodynamicproperties. For fluid processing of organic chemicals, it is generally suitable to useConventional optiom Remember that component ID column should be filled out by theuser. A Component ID is essentially an alias for a component.
It is sufficient to use thechemical formulas or names of the components as their IDs
.
On the basis of thesecomponent IDs, Aspen Plus may spontaneously fill up the Type,
Component name and
mateh inf T haPPen' * that AsPen Plu« to find an eXaCt
lt}lhrATyin °*er words' A«Pen Plus does not recognize the components byT86 fj!? 0 0 Search the components.
Select the components fromSubsectiri 3 detaiIs' See the solution aPProach in
(see lfir fo T6 0fi
COmPonent hane and ethylene, as thefr IDs
(see Figure 3.14). The other three columns have been automatically filled out.
Specifying property method
tZSlTjiT j11'1!!?68 I?0118 meth0ds *** mod to compute the phyPron l 2 .
0ht th? Pr0Perty input f0rm' er hit Next icon or choose
Propernes/Specifications in the left pane of the Data Browser window.
Set RK-Soave
property method by scrolling down (see Figure 3.15).
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Specifying stream information
The Streams /F/Input / Specifications sheet appears with the Data Browser menu treein the left pane (see Figure 3.16). Here, we have to provide the values for all statevariables (temperature, pressure and total flow) and composition (component molefractions).
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Filling out the form, shown in Figure 3.16, with the data given in the problemstatement, one obtains the data, shown in Figure 3.17.
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Specifying block information
iw t Sfn ft under Blocks folder. As a result.a DianK block input form is displayed (see Figure 3.18).
ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF DISTILLATION MODELS 119
FIGURE 3.18
Under Column specifications option, here we enter the number of stages that is 30.It is fairly true that we can alternatively specify the reflux ratio when the number ofstages is asked to compute. Note that ethylene is the light key and naturally ethane isthe heavy key. As mentioned in the problem statement, recovery of the light keycomponent in the distillate (= moles of light key in the distillate/moles of light key inthe feed) is 0.996 and recovery of the heavy key component in the distillate (= moles ofheavy key in the distillate/moles of heavy key in the feed) is 0.001. In addition, thepressure of the total condenser and reboiler is given as 300 psia. Entering all theseinformation, one obtains the result, shown in Figure 3.19.
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Running the simulation
The Status message includes Required Input Complete indicating that we are in a position
to run the simulation. Simply press Next button and receive a message regarding the
present status (see Figure 3.20).
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Click OK on the above message and obtain the Control Panel window that shows
the progress of the simulation (see Figure 3.21).
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Hitting Next followed by OK, we have the Run Status screen (see Figure 3.22).
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Viewing results
In the next, select Blocks/DSTWU/Results from the Data Browser. In the following(Figure 3.23), we get the answers as:
Minimum reflux ratio = 7.724
Actual reflux ratio = 8.751
Minimum number of stages = 33.943Actual number of stages = 67.887Feed location = 40.417
Save the work by choosing File ISave As /... in the menu list on the top. We can name thefile whatever we like. Remember that a backup file (*.bkp) takes much less space thana normal Aspen Plus documents file (*.apw).
Viewing input summary
Ifwe wish to have the input information, press Ctrl + Alt + I on the keyboard or selectInput Summary from the View pulldown menu (see Figure 3.24).
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, Ibool/hr, Btu/hr. coft/hr.
property Method: nort
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Strea* report composition: HoU flow
PSOP-SDUSCES PUHEll
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ETHANE C2H5 /ElKfLEKE C2H>
PROPERTIES Pk-SOAVE
PROP-OATA RirSKD-lIH-W.ITS ENCPROP-LIST BKSKI3BPVAL ETHANE ETHYLENE . OlOOMOfriJOBPVAL ETMYLENE ETHANE .0100000000
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FIGURE 3.24
Creating report file
To create a detailed report on the complete work we have done,including input
summary, stream information, etc., select Export from the File pulldown menu. Then
save the work as a report file (e.g., C/Program Files/AspenTech/Working Folders/Aspen
Plus Version/ DSTWU.rep). In the next, open the saved report file (DSTWU.rep) goingthrough My Computer and finally using a program, such as the Microsoft Office Wordor WordPad or Notepad. For the present problem, the final report is shown below.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
RUN CONTROL SECTION
RUN CONTROL INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
FLOWSHEET SECTION
FLOWSHEET CONNECTIVITY BY STREAMSFLOWSHEET CONNECTIVITY BY BLOCKS..
COMPUTATIONAL SEQUENCEOVERALL FLOWSHEET BALANCE
2
22
22
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES SECTION
COMPONENTS33
U-O-S BLOCK SECTION
BLOCK: DSTWU MODEL: DSTWU
i
4
STREAM SECTIONEOF
55
PRORT.RM STATUS RfTnTION
ninr,K STATUS
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RUN CONTROL SECTION
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RUN CONTROL INFORMATION
THIS COPY OF ASPEN PLUS LICENSED TO
TYPE OF RUN: NEW
INPUT FILE NAME:_00341ji.inm
OUTPUT PROBLEM DATA FILE NAME:_00341ji VERSION NO.
1
LOCATED IN:
PDF SIZE USED FOR INPUT TRANSLATION:
NUMBER OF FILE RECORDS (PSIZE) = 0NUMBER OF IN-CORE RECORDS = 256
PSIZE NEEDED FOR SIMULATION = 256
CALLING PROGRAM NAME: apmainLOCATED IN: C:\PROGRA~l\ASPENT~l\ASPENP-l
.l\Engine\xeq
SIMULATION REQUESTED FOR ENTIRE FLOWSHEET
DESCRIPTION
GENERAL SIMULATION WITH ENGLISH UNITS : F, PSI, LB/HR, LBMOL/HR,
BTU/HR, CUFT/HR. PROPERTY METHOD: NONE FLOW BASIS FOR INPUT: MOLE
STREAM REPORT COMPOSITION: MOLE FLOW
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SIMULATION OF A SHORTCUT DISTILLATION COLUMN
FLOWSHEET SECTION
FLOWSHEET CONNECTIVITY BY STREAMS
STREAM SOURCE DEST STREAM SOURCE BESTF DSTWU D DSTWU
B DSTWU
FLOWSHEET CONNECTIVITY BY BLOCKS
BLOCK INLETS OUTLETSDSTWU F D B
COMPUTATIONAL SEQUENCE
SEQUENCE USED WAS:DSTWU
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OVERALL FLOWSHEET BALANCE
MASS AND ENERGY BALANCE
IN OUT
CONVENTIONAL COMPONENTS (LBMOIVHR)ETHANE
ETHYLENE
TOTAL BALANCE
MOLE(LBMOIVHR)MASS(LB/HR)
120.000
80.0000
120.000
80.0000
200.000 200.000
5852.66 5852.66
ENTHALPY(BTU/HR) -0.252753E+07 -0.363687E+07
RELATIVE DIFF.
0.000000E+00
0.000000E+00
0.000000E+00
-0.155399E-15
0.305025
ASPEN PLUS PLAT: WIN32 VER: 11.1 07/12/2007 PAGESIMULATION OF A SHORTCUT DISTILLATION COLUMN
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES SECTION
COMPONENTS
ID TYPE
ETHANE C
ETHYLENE C
FORMULA
C2H6
C2H4
NAME OR ALIAS
C2H6
C2H4
REPORT NAME
ETHANE
ETHYLENE
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U-O-S BLOCK SECTION
BLOCK: DSTWU MODEL: DSTWU
INLET STREAM:
CONDENSER OUTLET:
REBOILER OUTLET:
PROPERTY OPTION SET:
F
D
B
RK-SOAVE STANDARD RKS EQUATION OF STATE
MASS AND ENERGY BALANCE
IN OUT
TOTAL BALANCE
MOLE(LBMOIVHR)
MASS( LB/HR)
200.000
5852.66
200.000
5852.66
RELATIVE DIFF.
0.000000E+00
-0.155399E-15
ENTHALPY(BTU/HR) -0.252753E+07 -0.363687E+07 0.305025
* * INPUT DATA *** .
HEAVY KEY COMPONENT ETHANE
RECOVERY FOR HEAVY KEY 0.00100000
LIGHT KEY COMPONENT ETHYLENE
RECOVERY FOR LIGHT KEY 0.99600
TOP STAGE PRESSURE (PSI) 300.000
BOTTOM STAGE PRESSURE (PSI) 300.000
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NO. OF EQUILIBRIUM STAGESDISTILLATE VAPOUR FRACTION
*** RESULTS ***
30.0000
0.0
DISTILLATE TEMP. (F) -18.3114BOTTOM TEMP. (F) 20.4654MINIMUM REFLUX RATIO 7.72431ACTUAL REFLUX RATIO 8.75092MINIMUM STAGES 33.9434ACTUAL EQUILIBRIUM STAGES 67.8868NUMBER OF ACTUAL STAGES ABOVE FEED 39.4169DIST. VS FEED 0.39900
CONDENSER COOLING REQUIRED (BTU/HR) 3,034,310.NET CONDENSER DUTY (BTU/HR) -3,034,310.
REBOILER HEATING REQUIRED (BTU/HR) 1,924,980.NET REBOILER DUTY (BTU/HR) 1,924,980.
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STREAM SECTION
BDF
STREAM ID B D FFROM: DSTWU DSTWUTO : DSTWU
SUBSTREAM: MIXEDPHASE: LIQUID LIQUID VAPOUR
COMPONENTS: LBMOL/HRETHANE 119.8800 0
.1200 120.0000
ETHYLENE 0.3200 79.6800 80.0000
COMPONENTS: MOLE FRACETHANE 0
.9973 1
.5038-03 0
.6000
ETHYLENE 2.6622-03 0
.9985 0
.4000
TOTAL FLOW:
LBMOL/HR 120.2000 79.8000 200.0000LB/HR 3613.7256 2238.9320 5852.6576CUFT/HR 140.3489 82.0590 7
.5963+04STATE VARIABLES:
TEMP (F) 20.4654 -18.3114 75.0000PRES (PSI) 300.0000 300.0000 15.0000VFRAC 0
.0 0
.0 1
.0000
LFRAC 1.0000 1
.0000 0
.0
SFRAC 0.0 0
.0 0
.0
ENTHALPY:BTU/LBMOL -4
.1532+04 1.6983+04 -1
.2638+04
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BTU/LB -1381.4403 605.3231 -431.8608
BTU/HR -4.9921+06 1
.3553+06 -2
.5275+06
ENTROPY:BTU/T.RMOL-R -58.6713 -30.5758 -28.8269
BTU/LB-R -1.9515 -1
.0898 -0.9851
DENSITY:
LBMOiyCUFT 0.8564 0
.9725 2
.6329-03
LB/CUFT 25.7482 27.2844 7.7046-02
AVGMW 30.0643 28.0568 29.2633
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PROBLEM STATUS SECTION
BLOCK STATUS
* *
* Calculations were completed normally ** All Unit Operation blocks were completed normally *« *
* All streams were flashed normally *« #
3.2
.2 Simulation of a RadFrac Model
Problem statement
We will continue the above problem with few modifications. A hydrocarbon stream,consisting of 60 mole% ethane and 40 mole% ethylene, enters a RadFrac column havinga flow rate of 200 Ibmol/hr at 750F and 15 psia. The distillation process that has total68 theoretical stages (including condenser and reboiler) and a total condenser operatesat 300 psia with zero pressure drop throughout. The distillate rate, reflux ratio andfeed tray location are given as 79.8 Ibmol/hr, 8.75 (mole basis) and 41 (above-stage),respectively. Consider the RK-Soave property method.
(a) Simulate the column and compute the compositions of top as well as bottomproducts.
(b) Is there any discrepancy in product compositions obtained from RadFrac andDSTWU columns? If yes, what is the main reason?
Note: In the comparative study (for part b), consider total 68 theoretical stages (includingcondenser and reboiler) keeping other entered data unchanged for the DSTWU column(see Subsection 3.2.1).
Simulation approach
(a) Start with the General with English Units Template, as shown in Figures 3.25(a)and 3.25(b).
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FIGURE 3.25(a)
Click OiiTin the screen, shown in Figure 3.25(b). When the Connect to Engine dialogpops up, again press OK button to obtain a blank Process Flowsheet Window.
FIGURE 3.25(b)
Creating flowsheet
Among the built-in columns in the Model Library of Aspen Simulator,select RadFrac
and place it in the flowsheet window. Connecting feed, distillate and bottom product
streams with the distillation column, and changing the default names of the block and
all streams, finally we get Figure 3.26.
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Configuring settings
In the subsequent step, simply hit Afert button followed by OK to open a setup inputform. These two windows, shown in Figures 3.27(a) and (b), include the Global andAccounting information for the present project.
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In the Setup/Report Options /Stream sheet,select ole' as well as 'Mass' fraction
basis as shown in Figure 3.28.
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Specifying componentsIn the list on the left, choose Components /Specifications to define the components.Using the component names, ethane and ethylene, as their IDs, we obtain the filledtable as shown in Figure 3.29.
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Specifying property methodFrom the Data Browser
, select Specifications under Properties folder and then set RK-Soave base method to compute the physical properties (see Figure 3.30).
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Specifying stream information
Use the Data Browser menu tree to navigate to the Streams /F/Input /Specificationssheet. Inserting the given values for the feed stream, Figure 3.31 is obtained.
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Specifying block information
In the left pane of the Data Browser window, select Blocks/RADFRAC/Setup. Fill up
the Configuration sheet as shown in Figure 3.32.
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Under Setup subfolder, the filled Streams sheet looks like Figure 3.33.
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FIGURE 3.33
In the next, simply input 300 psi under Stage 1/Condenser pressure. Aspen simulatorassumes that the column operates isobarically if no additional pressure information isprovided (see Figure 3.34).
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Running the simulation
To run the simulation, hit Next and then OK to observe the progress of the simulationin the Control Panel window, shown in Figure 3.35.
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product compositions. However, the main reason behind this fact is that the RadFracperforms rigorous calculations, whereas the DSTWU is a shortcut model. Anotherpossibility is the round-off error associated in the reflux ratio and feed tray position.
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DISTILLATION COLUMNS
3.3
.1 Simulation of a RadFrac Model
Problem statement
A multicomponent distillation column, specified in Figure 3.38, has total 20 stages(including condenser and reboiler) with 60% Murphree efficiency. A hydrocarbon feedmixture enters above tray 10 of the RadFrac column. Apply the Peng-Robinsoncorrelation and consider 120 psia pressure throughout the column.
(a) Simulate the model and calculate the product compositions, and(b) Produce a Temperature' (0F) vs. 'Stage' plot.
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Simulation approach
(a) As we start Aspen Plus from the Start menu or by double-clicking the AspenPlus icon on our desktop, the Aspen Plus Startup dialog appears (see Figure 3.
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As Aspen Plus presents the window after clicking OK in Figure 3.39, choose Generalwith English Units. Then hit OK (see Figure 3.40).
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Click OK when the Aspen Plus engine window is displayed (see Figure 3.40).Remember that this step is specific to the installation.
Creating flowsheet
At present, we have a blank Process Flowsheet Window. So, we start to develop theprocess flow diagram by adding a RadFrac column from the Model Library toolbar anddrawing the inlet and product streams by the help of Material STREAMS.
Now the process flowsheet is complete. The Status bar in the bottom right of thescreen, shown in Figure 3.41, displays a message ofRequired Input Incomplete indicatingthat input data are required to enter to continue the simulation.
Configuring settings
Hitting Next knob and then clicking OK, we get the setup input form. In Figures 3.42(a)and (b), the Title of the problem ('Simulation of a Multicomponent Column') followedby the Aspen Plus accounting information (AKJANA/ll/ANY ID/FINE) are provided.
Include the additional items in Report Options/Stream sheet under Setup folder(see Figure 3.43).
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In the next, use the Data Browser menu tree to navigate to the Streams /F/Input /Specifications sheet. Entering the values of all state variables and component molefractions, we get this picture (see Figure 3.46).
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Click on Solver Settings knob and then choose Results Summary /Streams to obtain theproduct compositions (see Figure 3.54).
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It is a good habit to save the work done at least at this moment. If we wish to seethe tabulated results with the process flow diagram in a single sheet, simply hit StreamTable button just above the results table (see Figure 3.55).
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Select the plot type under the heading of Temp and press Finish button to obtain aplot of Temperature' (0F) vs. 'Stage' (see Figure 3.60).
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3.3
.2 Simulation of a PetroFrac Model
Problem statement
An artificial petroleum refining column (PRC), shown in Figure 3.61, consists of a feedfurnace and a distillation tower. The tower has two pumparound circuits, a partialcondenser and three side strippers. The furnace (single stage flash type) operates at25 psia and provides a fractional overflash of 40% (StdVol basis) in the tower. Theoutlet stream of the furnace goes to the tower on Stage 22. The tower has 26 stageswith a Murphree stage efficiency equal to 90%. A steam stream, STEAM, is introducedat the bottom of the fractionator (26th stage with on-stage convention). There are anotherthree steam streams, STM1, STM2 and STM3, used in the side strippers. The condenserruns at 15.7 psia with a pressure drop of 5 psi. The tower pressure drop is equal to4 psi. The distillate rate is 10000 bbl/day and the distillate vapour fraction in thecondenser is 0.2 (StdVol basis).
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A hydrocarbon mixture with the following component-wise flow rates enters thefurnace at 1170F and 44.7 psia (see Table 3.3).
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In Table 3.4, two pumparound circuits and three side strippers are specified.
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Loeatum Specifications
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Four steam streams used in the column model are described in Table 3.5.
TABLE 3.5
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STEAM Main tower 350 50 11500
STM1 SID1 stripper 350 50 4000
STM2 SID2 stripper 350 50 1500
STM3 SID3 stripper 350 50 1000
Considering the 'BK10' base method under 'REFINERT process type, simulate thePetroFrac column and report the flow rates (bbl/day) of all product streams.
Simulation approach
Select Aspen Plus User Interface. When the Aspen Plus Startup dialog appears,
choose Template and click on OK (see Figure 3.62).
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Click OK when the Connect to Engine dialog appears. The next screen presents ablank process flowsheet.
Creating flowsheet
Select the Columns tab from the Model Library toolbar. As we expand the PetroFracblock icon, a variety of models is displayed as shown in Figure 3.64. Select a modelicon and press Fl to know more about that.
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As the distillation tower described in the problem statement, it is appropriate tochoose CDUIOF PetroFrac model. Then place it in the flowsheet window. Adding allincoming and outgoing streams and renaming the streams as well as block, the processflow diagram takes the shape as shown in Figure 3.65.
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Click Next to continue the simulation (see Figure 3.66). In the Title field, enter'Simulation of a Petroleum Refining Column'. Open the Accounting sheet keepinguntouched the other global defaults set by Aspen Plus.
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In the subsequent step, use the Data Browser menu tree to navigate to the Components /Specifications sheet. Filling out the component input form, we have Figure 3.68.
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Specifying property method
We know that the thermodynamic models calculate the properties, such as vapourliquid equilibrium coefficient, enthalpy and density. In the list on the left
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Although the Status bar says Required Input Complete, we have to specify the twopumparound circuits connected with the main fractionator. Select Blocks/PRC/Pumparounds in the list on the left. Click on New as the object manager appears. Wemay accept the default Pumparound ID T-l'. Then specify the first pumparound circuit(see Figure 3.80).
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Select again Blocks/PRC/Pumparounds to reopen the pumparounds object manager.
By the same way, fill out the form for second pumparound circuit, shown in Figure 3.81.
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Hit Next icon and click OiTto run the simulation. The Control Panel window is presented
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From the Data Browser, choose Results Summary /Streams and obtain the table, shownin Figure 3.83, that includes the flow rates (bbl/day) of all product streams. Save thework done.
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3.4 SIMULATION AND ANALYSIS OF AN ABSORPTION COLUMN
Problem statement
A hydrocarbon vapour enters an absorption column below the bottom stage and theabsorbent enters above the top stage. The column operates at 75 psia with no pressuredrop and it has four equilibrium stages. The absorber is specified in Figure 3.85.
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Apply the Peng-Robinson equation of state model in the simulation.
(a) Simulate the absorber model (ABSBR2 under RadFrac) and compute the productcompositions.
(b) Perform the sensitivity analysis by examining the effect of absorbent flow rateon the exiting C3 concentration in the top product.
(c) Compute the absorbent flow rate to keep 15 mole% of C, in the gas product(GAS-PDT). 3
Simulation approach
(a) Double-click Aspen Plus User Interface icon on the desktop. When Aspen Plus
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Click OK when the Connect to Engine dialog is displayed and proceed to developthe process flow diagram.
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Select the Columns tab from the bottom toolbar. Among the available RadFrac models,
select ABSBR2 and then place it on the flowsheet by clicking with the cross hairsomewhere on the flowsheet background. Right-click to de-select the block. Connectingthe inlet and outlet streams and changing the all default labels, we have Figure d.»/.
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In the subsequent step, hit Next symbol and fill up the three setup input forms as shownin Figures 3.88(a), (b) and (c).
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Specifying components
From the Data Browser, choose Components/Specifications. In the input form, shownin Figure 3.89, all components are defined.
Specifying property method
In the list on the left, shown in Figure 3.90. select Properties /Specifications to obtainthe property input form. Set PENG-ROB property method.
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In the next data entry step, press Next button and click on OK. Enter the feedinformation for both the gas stream and absorbent in two forms as shown inFigures 3.91(a) and (b).
Specifying block information
Use the Data Browser menu tree to navigate to the Blocks/ABSORBER/Setup/Confi-guration sheet (see Figure 3.92).
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Select the Streams tab to specify stream location. Under Convention, there are twofeeding options: On-Stage and Above-Stage. In the present problem, the top stage isthe first stage and the bottom stage is the fourth one. Therefore the absorbent is fedabove Stage 1 and the gas feed is introduced above Stage 5 (see Figure 3.93).
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In the next step (see Figure 3.94), select Pressure tab to specify the pressure profileacross the absorption column. In this case, the column is operated isobarically at75 psia. Under Top stage / Condenser pressure, enter 75 psi. Aspen software assumesthat the column operates isobarically if no additional information is provided.
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Hit Next foUowed by OK to run the simulation. The Control Panel window is shown inFigure 3.95.
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Choosing Results Summary /Streams in the left pane of the Data Browser window,we
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(b) In the sensitivity analysis, we will manipulate the absorbent flow rate andexamine its effect on the exiting propane concentration. In the column at the
left side, double-click on Model Analysis Tools folder and then select Sensitivity.
As the Object manager is displayed, choose New. On the next window, shown inFigure 3.97, Aspen prompts us for an ID. Enter 'C3' as ID, and click OK.
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Type: Mole-FracStream: GAS-PDT
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Component: C3Hit Next and select the Vary tab (see Figure 3.99) The manipulated variable i
specified with the following data:
Type: Mole-FlowStream: ABSORBEN
Substream: MIXED
Component: NC10
Overall range
Lower: 500
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In the subsequent step (see Figure 3.100), select the Tabulate tab. This screen isused by Aspen to set up tables. Insert T under Column No. Then right click on theadjacent cell under Tabulated variable or expression. Select Variable List and drag anddrop the variable name (C3) into the cell. We may also directly type '03' in the cell.
Then run the simulation and get the screen, shown in Figure 3.101.
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From the Data Browser, select Model Analysis Tools/Sensitivity/C3/Results todisplay the tabulated data (see Figure 3.102).
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In order to represent the results graphically, highlight a column in the table andselect X-Axis Variable (Ctrl + Alt + X) from the Plot pulldown menu. By the similarway. select Y Axis Variable (Ctrl + Alt + Y) for the next column. Then select DisplayPlot (Ctrl + Alt + P) from the Plot menu and obtain Figure 3.103.
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(c) In the left pane of the Data Browser window {see Figure 3.104), openFlowsheeting Options folder and then select Design Spec. We need to providethis design spec a name in the same manner that we did for the sensitivityanalysis. Press New, enter 'DSC3* and click on OK.
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Select ihTettJ under Define tab. Then enter 'CS' as a variable name and press OK. Inthe next step (see Figure 3.105), the following information are required to input:
Type: Mole-FracStream: GAS-PDT
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Component: C3
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In the subsequent step (see Figure 3.106), select the Spec tab. Design specificationdata are noted below:
Spec: C3Target: 0.15Tolerance: 0.001
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Finally (see Figure 3.107), select the Vary tab and enter the following information:
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Type: Mole-FlowStream: ABSORBEN
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As we run the simulation, we get the screen, shown in Figure 3.108.
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As we choose Streams subfolder under Results Summary folder in the list on the left(see Figure 3.109), we get the absorbent flow rate of 1179.467 Ibmol/hr to keep 15 moleof C3 in the gas product. This answer we can also obtain from the sensitivity plot.
3.5 OPTIMIZATION USING ASPEN PLUS
It is well known that Aspen Plus is capable to optimize a function.Here, we will continue
the above absorption problem (Section 3.4) for optimization. In the present study, wewish to maximize C3 mole fraction in the gas product (GAS-PDT) with respect toabsorbent inlet temperature (lower limit = 50oF and upper limit = 300oF).
Simulation approach
First solve part (a) of the previous absorption problem.It means, fill up the input
forms for setup, components, properties, streams and blocks. In the next, simulate tneoptimization problem as described in the following.
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In the column at the left side (see Figure 3.110), choose Model Analysis Tools/Optimization. As the Object manager is displayed, hit New button and accept the defaultID 0-1' Press OK and then New. Entenng variable name 'CS'. again click OK Providethe following information to maximize C3 mole fraction in the gas product.
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Hit Next knob twice and get the screen, shown in Figure 3.111.
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Right-click in the empty cell with selecting Maximize option. Then select VariableList and drag and drop the variable name (C3) into the cell (see Figure 3.112). We canalso simply type C3 in the field.
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In the subsequent step, select the Vary tab. Under Variable number, as we choose'
New', automatically the number T appears. FillinR out the form, we have the windowas shown in Figure 3.113.
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Pressing iVex symbol and running the simulation, we get the answer (see Figure 3.114).
The maximum C3 mole fraction of 0.259 is obtained at absorbent inlet temperature of 179.80F
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SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS |
At the beginning of this chapter,a brief of all built-in column models of Aspen software
has been presented.Several separating columns, including a petroleum refining column
and an absorber,have been simulated using Aspen Plus. The process optimization has
also been discussed with an example. The present study covers both the binary as wellas multicomponent systems.
Interested readers may try to simulate the models givenin the exercise
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PROBLEMS|3.1 A feed mixture, consisting of 60 mole% ethanol and 40 niole% water, is to be
separated by using a DSTWU model having a flow rate of 100 kmol/hr at 40oC
and 1 atm so as to recover at least 85% of the light key component in the liquiddistillate and 80% of the heavy key component in the bottoms. The columnoperates at 1 atm with no pressure drop throughout. In the simulation, considerthe reflux ratio of 1.5 and a total condenser. Applying the Wilson property method,simulate the column and find out the minimum number of stages, actual numberof stages, and feed position.
3.2 A feed stream, consisting of 50 mole% ethane and 50 mole% ethylene. enters aDistl column having a flow rate of 200 Ibmol/hr at 750F and 15 psia. This separatorruns at 300 psia with no tray-to-tray pressure drop. The pressure in the reboileras well as condenser is also 300 psia. The feed enters the model at 6th stage andthe column has total 15 theoretical stages (including condenser and reboiler)and a total condenser. If the reflux ratio is 7 and the distillate to feed ratio is
0.8
. compute the mole fraction of ethane in both the product streams with applyingthe RK-Soave equation of state model.
3.3 A feed mixture specified in Figure 3.115 is to be distilled by a rigorous RadFracmodel (FRACT2). The column consists of total 24 equilibrium stages (includingcondenser and reboiler) with a stage pressure drop of 2 kPa. Consider thecondenser (total) pressure of 125 kPa and the top stage (Stage no. 2) pressure of130 kPa. The distillate flow rate is 120 kmol/hr and the reflux ratio (mole basis)
is 2. A side product (vapour) is withdrawn from 14th stage. Applying the Soave-Redlich-Kwong (SRK) property method, simulate the column model and reportthe product compositions.
Feed
Temperature = 110nFPressure = 175 kPa
Feed stage = 10 (above stage)
Component Flow rate(Ibmol/hr)
benzene 250toluene 80
diphenyl 10
FIGURE 3.115 A flowsheet of a distillation column.
3.4 A reboiled stripper is to be employed to remove mainly propane and lightercomponents from a feed stream, shown in Figure 3.116. It has total 6 stages(including condenser and reboiler) and no condenser. The bottoms rate is100 Ibmol/hr and the column pressure is 150 psia throughout. Using the Peng-Robinson thermodynamic method, simulate the RadFrac model (STRIP2) andfind out the product compositions.
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Temperature = 40oFPressure = 300 psiaFeed stage = 1 (above stage)
Component Flow rate
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c2 75
c3 150
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3.5 A feed mixture of cyclopentane and cyclohexane is to be separated employing a
liquid-liquid extraction unit at 250C and 1 atm with the use of methanol as asolvent. The schematic diagram of the process with feed specifications is givenin Figure 3.17. The process unit, having toted five stages, is operated adiabatically.Applying the UNIQUAC property method, simulate the extraction model (ICON1)and note down the product compositions.
Feed
Temperature = 30oC
Pressure = 1 atm
Feed stage = 1
Component Flow rate
(Ibmol/hr)
cyclopentane 250cyclohexane 750
Solvent
Temperature - 30DC
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Feed stage = 5
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methanol 1000
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3.6 A gas consisting of 40 mole% ammonia, 60 mole% air at 20CC, 25 psia, flowing atthe rate 120 kmol/hr, is to be scrubbed counter-currently with water (pure) enteringat 60oC and 30 psia at a rate 100 kmol/hr. The column operates at 1 atm throughoutand it has four stages. Using the UNIFAC thermodynamic model, (a) simulate theRadFrac absorber (ABSBR2) and determine the exiting ammonia concentration inthe gas product, (b) Perform the sensitivity analysis by examining the effect ofabsorbent flow rate on the exiting ammonia concentration in the top product.
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3.7 An artificial petroleum refining column (PRC) shown in Figure 3.118 consists ofa feed furnace and a fractionation tower. The tower includes one pumparound
circuit, a partial condenser and one side stripper. The furnace (single stage flashtype) operates at 20 psia and provides a fractional overflash of 50% (StdVol basis)in the tower. The outlet stream of the furnace enters the tower on stage 18
.
The column has total 20 stages. A steam stream, STEAM, is fed at the bottomof the fractionator (20th stage with on-stage convention). There is another steamstream, STEM1, used in the side stripper. The condenser runs at 15 psia with apressure drop of 5 psi. The tower pressure drop is equal to 5 psi. The distillaterate is 12000 bbl/day and the distillate vapour fraction in the condenser is 0.25(StdVol basis). The liquid product, SID1, is withdrawn from 5th stage with aflow rate of 2000 bbl/day.
A hydrocarbon mixture with the given component-wise flow rates (Table 3.6)enters the furnace at 120oF and 45 psia.
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TABLE 3.6
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10
c2 100
C3 600
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The pomparound circuit (for cooling) and the side stnpper are specified with thefollowing information (see Table 3.7).
TABLE 3.7
Location Specifications
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Stnpper No. of Stnpper Draw Return Stripping Bottom productstages product stage stage steam flow rate (bbl/day;
1 5 SID1 12 10 STEM1 15000
Two steam streams, used in the column model, are described in Table 3.8.
TABLE 3
Specifications
Steam stream Location Temperature (8F) Pressure (psia) Flow rate Ob/hr)
STEAM Main tower
STEM! Stnpper
350 50 12000
350 50 5000
Selecting the PENG-ROB base method under RE FINE RV process type,simulate
the model using a PetroFrac column and report the flow rates (bbl/day > of allproduct streams.
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Amiya K. Jana
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ISBN-978-81-203-3659-9
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Aspen Plus Simulation ofChemical Plants
4.1 INTRODUCTION
In the last three chapters, we have studied in detail the simulation of individualprocesses, such as flash drum, dryer, chemical reactor, distillation column includingpetroleum refining process, absorber, stripper and liquid-liquid extraction unit, usingAspen Plus software. Here, by a 'chemical plant' we mean a chemical processintegrated with several single process units. The chemical process industries usuallyinclude flash chamber, mixer, splitter, heat exchanger, pump, compressor, reactor,fractionator, filter and so on. It is easy to simulate even a large chemical plant by theuse of Aspen software package.
In the present chapter, the simulation of two chemical process flowsheets isdiscussed. They are a distillation train and a vinyl chloride monomer (VCM)manufacturing unit. After thoroughly reading this chapter and simulating the solvedexamples in hand, we will be able to use Aspen Plus flowsheet simulator for solving awide variety of chemical plants. To improve the flowsheet simulation skills, it isrecommended to solve the problems given in the exercise.
4.2 ASPEN PLUS SIMULATION OF A DISTILLATION TRAIN
Problem statement
A hydrocarbon stream H is supplied at 50C and 2.5 atm. The pump Pi discharges thefeed F at 10 atm. In Table 4.1 the component-wise flow rates are tabulated for stream H.
The schematic representation of the complete process integrated with a pump andfive DSTWU column models (Cl, C2, C3, C4 and C5) is shown in Figure 4.1.
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TABLE 4.1
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FIGURE 4.1 A flowsheet of a distillation train.
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For Aspen Plus simulation of the distillation train, required information are givenin Table 4.2.
TABLE 4.2
Column Condenser Reboiler
(abbreviation) pressure (aim) pressure (atm)
Deethanizer (CD 9 9
Depropanizer (C2) 5 6
Deisobutanizer (03) 4 4
Debutanizer (04) 3 3
Deisopentanizer (05) 2 2
All distillation models have total 20 theoretical stages (including condenser andreboiler) and a total condenser. For the light key (LK) and heavy key (HK), we expect99.9% and 0.1% recovery, respectively, in the distillate of all columns. Using the Peng-Robinson property method, simulate the distillation train and report the compositionsof all distillation products.
Simulation approach
From the desktop, select Start button followed by Programs, AspenTech, AspenEngineering Suite, Aspen Plus Version and finally Aspen Plus User Interface. Thenchoose Template option in the Aspen Plus Startup dialog (see Figure 4.2).
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As wo hit OK button, the following window appears (sec Figure 13). Based on theunits used in the problem statement,
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Press OK and obtain the Connect to Engine dialog. Select 'Local PC as Server typeand click OK. Actually, this step is specific to our installation (see Figure 4.4).
Connect to Engine
Server type:
User Info
Node name:
User name;
Password;
Working directory:
Save as Delaull Connection
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FIGURE 4.4
Creating flowsheet
The next screen represents a Process Flowsheet Window. Add a pump by selecting thePressure Changers tab from the Model Library toolbar. Moreover, in the library, selectthe Columns tab and then choose DSTWU model to include five such columns
consecutively on the flowsheet. Notice that to incorporate a block,click on the
appropriate icon and then place the block on the process flowsheet by clicking with thecross hairs somewhere on the flowsheet background. Right click to de-select the block.
Now we need to interconnect the blocks and add the inlet as well as outlet streams.Select Material STREAMS on the left of the toolbar at the bottom
.In the next, as we
move the cursor to the process flowsheet window, several red and blue arrows appeararound the blocks. The red arrows indicate required streams and the blue arrows areoptional. In the previous chapters, we have learned how to connect the feed and productstreams with a single block.
Let us observe Figure 4.5 to know how to interconnect the two blocks by a stream.Here, first we wish to interconnect the pump PI with the column Cl using the feedstream F. Right-click with highlighting feed block,
select Reconnect Destination andthen move the cursor to click on an arrow that is fed to the column Cl.
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We can select Reconnect Source instead of Reconnect Destination if we modifyFigure 4.5 to Figure 4.6.
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By the same way, interconnect remaining blocks. Renaming all blocks as well asincoming and outgoing streams, finally we have the screen shown in Figure 4.7. Torename a particular stream (or block), first select it, then right-click, next select RenameStream (or Rename Block) and finally enter the appropriate name.
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The status indicator in the bottom right of the window, shown in Figure 4.7, saysRequired Input Incomplete indicating that the process flowsheet is complete and inputdata are required to enter for running the simulation.
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Configuring settings
As we hit Next icon and then click on OK, the following window pops up (see Figure 4.8).Remember that in the Data Browser, we need to enter information using data inputforms at locations where there are red semicircles. As we finish a section, a blue
checkmark appears.
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It is always a good practice to represent a simulation problem with entering a title.In the Tattle field, enter 'Simulation of a Distillation Train'. Note that we may changethe input/output data units under Units of measurement (see Figure 4.9).
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The next window (see Figure 4.10) includes the Aspen Plus accounting information,
as given below, required at some installations.
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If we want the streams results summary sheet to display mole fractions,select
Report Options under Setup folder to the left Under the Stream tab,select 'Mole' as
Fraction basis (see Figure 4.11)
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Specifying componentsIn the subsequent step, use the Data Browser menu tree to navigate to the Components/
Specifications sheet. It is shown in Chapter 1 how to define components in the component
input form. Here, we have this table as shown in Figure 4.12.
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Specifying property method
In the list on the left, choose Properties/Specifications to obtain the property input form.A property method includes the models and methods to calculate the physical properties,such as vapour-liquid equilibrium coefficient
, enthalpy and density. For the exampleplant, set PENG-ROB base property method by scrolling down (Figure 4.13).
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Note that there is no compulsion to use only a single thermodynamic propertymethod for all processes in a chemical plant. Aspen software provides an option tochoose different property methods for different processes. To do so, select Block Options!Properties under a particular model of Blocks folder in the list on the left and thenchoose the suitable property method.
Specifying stream InformationThe Streams/H/Input/Specifications sheet appears with the Data Browser menu tree in theleft pane. Entering the given data for stream H, we obtain the sheet as shown in Figure 4.14.
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Specifying block information
As we hit Next button, the block input form appears. The deethanizer column is specified
with the given data as shown in Figure 4.15.
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Subsequently, the filled input forms are shown in Figures 4.16(a), (b), (c) and (d)for other four DSTWU columns.
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Choose Results Summary /Streams in the column at the left side and obtain thecompositions of all distillation products as shown in Figure 4.20.
We may save the work by choosing File/Save As/...using the menu list on the top.W< tan give a name of the file whatever we like. Note that if we click on Stream Table,the results summary table is incorporated in the Process Flowsheet Window, as shownin Figure 4.
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If we wish to have the systematic input information, press Ctrl + Alt + I on the keyboardor select Input Summary from the View pulldown menu (see Figure 4*22).
In order to create a report file (*.rep) for the present problem, we may follow theapproach presented in Chapter 1. It is worthy to mention that the report file containsall necessary information on the solved Aspen Plus problem, including given processdata and computed results
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Problem statement
The process flow diagram for Aspen Plus simulation of the vinyl chloride monomermanufacturing plant is shown in Figure 4.23. The flowsheet has been developed basedon the VCM production technology reported in a book by Seider et al. (1998).
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Pure ethylene, stored as a gas at 70oF and 1000 psia, with a flow rate of 20 tons/hr,
and pure chlorine, stored as a liquid at 70oF and 150 psia, with a flow rate of 50 tons/hrenter the mixer block Bl operated at 2 atm. The mixer outlet Fl then goes to thereactor B2 run at 363 K and 1.5 atm. In this stoichiometric reactor (RStoic), the followingchlorination reaction occurs with 98% conversion of ethylene to 1, 2-dichloroethane:
C2H4 + Cl2 -> C2H4C12
ethylene chlorine dichloroethane
In the next, mixer B3 operated at 1.4 atm allows the mixing of the recycled streamF12 with the reactor product F2. The outlet stream F3 is then condensed fully to liquidphase in block B4 at 298 K before being pumped to an evaporator. The pump B5 hasdischarged the liquid at 26 atm. The evaporator B6 performs the phase change operationand then the vapour temperature is increased in the same unit to 515 K. In thesubsequent step, stream F6 is introduced in the reactor B7 (RStoic) in which thefollowing pyrolysis reaction occurs:
C2H4C12 -> C2H3C1 + HC1
dichloroethane VCM hydrogen chloride
The dichloroethane is converted to VCM and it takes place spontaneously at 773 Kand 25 atm with 65% conversion. To reduce carbon deposition in the heat exchanger,the hot vapour stream leaving the reactor is quenched in block B8 yielding a saturatedvapour stream at 443 K. Quencher effluent stream F8 is condensed to liquid phase inblock B9 at 279 K and then fed to a DSTWU column B10 as stream F9. In the next
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Using the POLYSRK property method, simulate the complete plant to compute thecomposition of all streams.
Simulation approach
To start Aspen Plus package, select Aspen Plus User Interface under Programs. Whenthe Aspen Plus window pops up, choose Template and click on OK. In the next, selectPolymers with Metric Units (see Figure 4.24) and press OK button.
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built-in process units available in the Aspen Plus Model Library:two mixers (Bl and B3)
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All the blocks and streams are renamed according to the problem definition.The status message directs us to provide the input information required to run the
complete Aspen Plus simulation program. In the subsequent sections, we will fill upseveral input forms one by one.
Configuring settings
After creating the flowsheet for the VCM manufacturing unit, hit Next button followed
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The components that are involved in the monomer manufacturing process are ethylene(C2H4), chlorine (CI2), 1,2-dichloroethane (C2H4C12), vinyl chloride (C2H:iCl} and hydrogenchloride (HC1). In order to get a blank component input form, choose Components/Speciftcatiojis in the left pane of the Data Browser window. Defining all species in theSelection sheet, we have Figure 4.28.
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In the subsequent step, choose Properties/Specifications to set the property method.As mentioned in the problem statement, accordingly select POLYSRK base methodunder POLYMER process type (see Figure 4.29).
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Unlike stream information, we need to input required data for all blocks of the process
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SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS |In the previous chapters, we have studied the steady state simulation of a large variety ofindividual process units using Aspen Plus package. In the present chapter, several chemicalprocesses have been assembled to develop the chemical plants and those plants havebeen simulated subsequently. The solved examples include a distillation train and a vinylchloride monomer unit. In the second example, the loop is closed by a recycle stream,whether in the first unit, there is no such complicacy. However, the straightforwardapproach to simulate a flowsheet is that after developing the process flow diagram in theflowsheet window of Aspen Plus, we can simply use Next button for data entry. As wereceive the message of Required Input Completey we can move on to run the simulation.In the next two chapters, we will study the process dynamics and closed-loop control of
flow-driven as well as pressure-driven processes using Aspen Dynamics package.
PROBLEMS|4.1 A hydrocarbon stream with component-wise flow rates, shown in Table 4.4, enters
the isentropic compressor at 120oF and 1 atm. The compressor has discharged thevapour stream at 3 atm.
TABLE 4.4
Component Flow rate (kmol/hr)
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The complete process flowsheet for flashing and stripping operation is shown inFigure 4.36. The flash drum (Flash2) runs at 1250F and 2.8 atm. The stripper(STRIP2) has total 6 stages (including condenser and reboiler) and bottoms tofeed ratio (mole basis) is 0.8. The feed stream to the stripper is introduced abovethe top stage and the pressure throughout the column is 2 atm.
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Using the UNIQUAC property method, simulate the plant to compute the productcompositions and flow rates.
4.2 A ternary mixture, as shown in Table 4.5, is fed as stream H at 100oF and 290
psia to a pump Pi employed to increase 20 psi pressure.
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The stripper (STRIP2) has total 100 stages (including condenser and reboilenwith a reboiler duty of 107 Btu/hr Stream F enters above 70th stage and StreamR) mien above 1st stage. The top stage pressure of the stripper is 280 psiawith a stage pressure drop of 0.5 psi The intercolumn pump P2 has increased25 psi pressure The RECT column has total 120 stages (including condenserand reboileri with a reflux ratio (mole basis) of 10 and a bottoms to feed ratio'mole basis) of 0.6. Stream Dl enters below 120th stage. In the simulation,consider condenser pressure of 275 psia with a pressure drop of 5 psi and astage pressure drop of 0.1 psi (see Figure 4.37).
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Applying the RK-Soavc thormodynamit mod* I
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(by perform the seneitivity aaalysifl to observe the effect of the second columnefficiency varied from 20'/. to 10091 on the propylene mole fraction in thedistillate
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4.3 The hydrogenation of aniline produces cyclohexylamine in a CSTR according tothe following reaction:
CgHgNH;, + 3H2 -) CgHnNHsaniline hydrogen cyclohexylamine
To simulate the aniline hydrogenation process using Aspen Plus, we develop theprocess flow diagram as exhibited in Figure 4.38.
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The reactor model (RCSTR) operates at 580 psia and 2480F, and its volume is1200 ft3 (75% liquid). For the liquid-phase reaction, the inlet streams have thespecifications, shown in Table 4.6.
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Both pump and compressor (isentropic) have discharged the fluids at 585 psia.Data for the Arrhenius law are given as:
Pre-exponential factor = 5x 105 m3/kmol . s
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[CJ basis = Molarity
Use the SYSOPO base property method in the simulation. The reaction is first-order in aniline and hydrogen. The reaction rate constant is defined with respectto aniline. Simulate the process and compute the component mole fractions inthe liquid product and the vent stream.
4.4 The process flow diagram for an azeotropic distillation process is shown inFigure 4.39. The technique involves separating close boiling components(acetic acid and water) by adding a third component (vinyl acetate), called an
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entrainer, to form a minimum boiling azeotrope which carries the water overheadand leaves dry product (acetic acid) in the bottom. The overhead vapour iscondensed and then separated in the decanter into two liquid phases: the organicphase and aqueous phase.
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A feed stream, namely FEED, enters above 15th stage of the azeotropic distillationcolumn at 330oF and 90 psia in addition to the flow rates, shown in Table 4.7.
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The entrainer, VA (vinyl acetate), with a flow rate of 455 Ibmol/hr enters above12th stage of the column at 200oF and 100 psia. The azeotropic column (RadFrac)has the following specifications:
Number of stages (including condenser and reboiler): 55Condenser type: totalValid phases: vapour-liquid-liquidReflux ratio (mole basis): 4
Bottoms rate: 2700 Ibmol/hr
Condenser pressure: 66 psiaColumn pressure drop: 12 psiKey component in the second liquid-phase: waterStages to be tested for two liquid-phases: 1 to 55
The specifications for the decanter model are noted below:
Pressure: 50 psiaTemperature: 110oC
Key component in the second liquid-phase: waterUsing the NRTL-RK thermodynamic model,
simulate the process to compute thecomponent-wise product flow rates.
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4.5 A hydrocarbon stream H is at 50C and 2.5 atm. The pump has discharged theliquid feed F at 5 atm. The component-wise flow rates are shown in Table 4.8 forstream H.
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In Figure 4.40 the schematic representation of a hydrocarbon separation processintegrated with a Pump, three DSTWU columns (Cl, C2 and C3) and two RadFrac(RECT) columns (CR1 and CR2) is shown.
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AH DSTWU fractionators have total 20 stages (including condenser andreboiler) and two RECT models have 10 stages (including condenser and reboiler)with no reboiler. The specifications, shown in Tables 4.9(a) and (b), are requiredfor simulating the process.
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Applying the Peng-Robinson property method, simulate the separation processto compute the flow rates and compositions of all product streams.
4.6 An inlet Stream H supplied at SOT and 300 psia is compressed to 4000 psia bythe use of an isentropic compressor Bl. Stream H has component-wise flow rates,shown m Table 4.10.
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hydrogen 300
ammonia 0
carbon dioxide 1
A flow diagram for the ammonia process (Finlayson, 2006) is shown in Figure 4.41.
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Stream Fl is mixed with the recycle stream F8 in a mixer block B2 operated at4000 psia. Before introducing into the reactor, the mixer effluent F2 is heated inblock B3 to 900oF at 4000 psia. Note that the reactor (RGibbs) B4 runs at 900oFand 3970 psia. In the next, the reactor outlet F4 is cooled in a heat exchangerB5 operated at 80oF and 3970 psia. The flash drum (FIash2) B6 produces StreamsBl and F6 at 80oF and 3970 psia. In the subsequent step, Stream F6 enters thesplitter (FSplit) B7 and 0.01% of it is used as purge. Finally, an isentropiccompressor B8 has discharged Stream F8 to the mixer block B2 at 4000 psia.Using the NRTL thermodynamic model and the Newton's iteration method (fromthe Data Browser, choose Convergence/Conu Options), simulate the ammoniaprocess to compute the component-wise flow rates and compositions of all streams.
REFERENCES |
Finlayson, B.A. (2006), Introduction to Chemical Engineering Computing, 1st ed., WileyInterscience, New Jersey.
Seider, W.D., J.D. Seider and D.R. Lewin (1998), Process Design Principles: Synthesis,Analysis, and Evaluation, 1st ed., John Wiley & Sons, New York.
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Dynamics and Control ofFlow-driven Processes
5.1 INTRODUCTION
Dynamic -imulation of a chemical process greatly helps to understand the transientbehaviour Aspen Dynamics , which is tightly integrated with Aspen Plus , is widelyused for process design and control. This powerful simulator can automatically initializethe dynamic simulation using the steady state results of the Aspen Plus simulation.
Interestingly, when the file containing the flowsheet is opened in Aspen Dynamics,the
default control structures are already installed on some loops. Usually, level, pressureand temperature controllers are included where appropriate However,
these default
control schemes can be modified or even replaced with other suitable control loopsavailable in Aspen Dynamic- package Note that there is a scope to include someadditional controllers for the used process Moreover, this simulation tool provides agraphical environment to show the process response.
To convert a steady state simulation into a dynamic simulation,there are several
items that should be taken care of For example, the size of all equipments must bespecified and the control structures must be devised For steady state simulation usingAspen Plus, the size of the equipment is not needed, except for reactors. On the otherhand
, for dynamic simulation using Aspen Dynamics, the inventories of materialcontained in all the piece* of equipment affect the dynamic response.
Therefore, the
physical dimensions of all process units must be known.When the steady state Aspen Plus simulation is exported into Aspen Dynamics, we
need to choose either simpler flow-driven dynamic simulation or more rigorous pressure-driven dynamic simulation Pres
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In the present chapter, we wish to study the dynamics and control of the flow-driven processes. For this intention, we choose a reactor (RCSTR) as well as a distillationcolumn (RadFrac) example from the model library of Aspen simulator.
5.2 DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF A CONTINUOUS STIRRED TANK
REACTOR (CSTR)
Problem statement
Ethyl acetate is produced in an esterification reaction between acetic acid and ethyl alcohol.
A feed mixture, consisting of 52.5 mole% acetic acid, 45 mole% ethyl alcohol and2.5 mole% water, enters the RCSTR model with a flow rate of 400 kmol/hr at 750C and1.1 atm. The reactor, as shown in Figure 5.1, operates at 70oC and 1 atm.
Both the reactions are first-order with respect to each of the reactants {i.e., overallsecond-order). For these liquid-phase reactions, the kinetic data for the Arrhenius laware given below:
Forward reaction: A = 2.0 x 108 m3/kmol s
S = 6.0 x 107 J/kmol
Reverse reaction: k = 5.0 x 107 m3/kmol . s
£ = 6.0 x 107 J/kmol
Composition basis = Molarity
Here, k is the pre-exponential factor and E represents the activation energy. The reactorgeometry data are reported below.
Vessel type: verticalHead type: flatDiameter: 0,45711 m
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(a) Simulate the reactor model using the SYSOP0 thermodynamic model to computethe product compositions.
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(b) Report the default controllers tuning parameters and control actions used, andconstraints imposed on variables.
(c) Investigate the servo performance of the default liquid level and temperaturecontrol algorithms and discuss the effect of loop interaction.
(d) Show the regulatory behaviour of both the controllers in presence of disturbancein feed temperature.
Simulation approach
(a) To open the Aspen Plus Startup dialog box. click the desktop Start button, thenpoint to Programs, AspenTech, Aspen Engineering Suite, Aspen Plus Versionand then click the Aspen Plus User Interface. Let's select the option withTemplate and then click OK (see Figure 5.2).
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As the next window appears (see Figure 5.3), it is appropriate to select Generalwith Metric Units and hit OK button.
Here we use the simulation engine at 'Local PC When the Connect to Engine dialogpops up (see Figure 5.4), press OK. Note that this step is specific to the installation.
Creating flowsheet
The process flow diagram, shown in Figure 5.5, includes a reactor, namely RCSTR,with an incoming FEED stream and an outgoing PRODUCT stream.
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Hitting Next button, we get Global sheet of the Specifications form under Setup folderin the left pane of the Data Browser window. Enter the Title of the present problem-"Dynamic Simulation of a CSTR'. change the Input mode from 'Steady-State' to "Dynamic"and leave the remaining items at their defaults. The window looks like Figure 5.6.
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In the next window, as shown in Figure 5.7, the Aspen Plus accounting information
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In the subsequent step (see Figure 5.8), select Stream sheet with opening the ReportOptions form under Setup folder and include Mole fraction item.
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Specifying componentsIn the Data Browser window, choose Components /Specifications to obtain the componentinput form. Filling out the table with the components (acetic acid, ethanol, ethyl acetate andwateri involved in the present reaction system, the screen looks like Figure 5.9.
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Choosing Properties /Specifications in the column at the left side, one obtains theproperty input form. As shown in Figure 5.10, we use the SYSOPO base property method.
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Specifying stream information
Use the Data Browser menu tree to navigate to the Streams/FEED IInput ISpecificationssheet. Specifying the FEED stream by its temperature, pressure, flow rate andcomposition, we have this window, shown in Figure 5.11.
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In the list on the left, choose Blocks IRCSTRISpecifications to obtain the block inputform. It is filled with the given data as shown in Figure 5.12.
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In the next step (Figure 5.13), select RCSTR I Dynamic! Vessel sheet under Blocksfolder and enter the reactor geometry data.
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The status indicator in the above window reveals by the message Required InputComplete that no more input specifications are required to run the simulation.
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As we click on Next button to continue the simulation, the Required Input Complete
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In the next, select Solver Settings, choose Results Summary /Streams in the list on theleft and finally get the steady state results as shown in Figure 5.
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(b) Exporting dynamic simulation: In the subsequent stage (see Figure 5.18),we wish to carry out the simulation dynamically. Accordingly, at this moment,we have to follow the sequential steps noted below:
Click on Export from the pulldown File menu or simply press Ctrl+E on thekeyboard.Open the Drive and then Folder where we want to save the work as a file.Type 'ChS
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Also, save the work done as a backup file (e.g., Ch5_5.2_RCSTR.bkp). We may usethe same folder within which the exported dynamic simulation file is saved. Originally
many files are saved along with the backup or dynamic file. Anyway, we are now ready
to run Aspen Dynamics and we may quit Aspen Plus.
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As we click the Start button, point to Programs, then AspenTech, then Aspen Engineering
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To open the flow-driven dynamic file, select Open from the File dropdown menu orpress Ctrl+O on the keyboard. In the Open dialog box, locate the drive, then folder and
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Details of the two control loops, to be used finally, are given below.
Loop 1
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Type of controller: proportional (P) onlyControlled variable: reactor liquid level
Manipulated variable: product flow rateController action: direct
Loop 2
Controller: TC2
Type of Controller: proportional integral (PI)Controlled variable: reactor temperature
Manipulated variable: heat duty (cooling operation)Controller action: reverse
Note that the direct acting control system increases the output signal as the inputsignal to the controller increases. On the other hand, as the input signal to the controlstructure increases, the output signal from the controller must decrease for the case ofreverse acting control strategy. The direct acting control law has negative gain andincrease/increase (or decrease/decrease) term is commonly used to represent it.
For the
reverse action, increase/decrease (or decrease/increase) term is used and controller gainhas positive sign.
The reactor flowsheet includes two (LCI and TC2) single-input/single-output (SISO)control loops. Therefore, we can say that this is a multi-input/multi-output (MIMO) orsimply a multivariable closed-loop system.
In Aspen terminology, the process variable or controlled variable is denoted by PV,the set point is represented by SP and the controller output or control variable ormanipulated variable is abbreviated by OP.
For the example CSTR system, level and temperature controllers are automaticallyimplemented when the Aspen Dynamics simulation is created.
The default values forSP
, PV and OP are computed from the steady state simulation. To achieve better closed-loop process response, the Aspen-generated control structures can be modified or evenreplaced by the suitable control schemes available in the control library of Aspensoftware
. In addition, the default values for controller tuning parameters, such as gain,integral time
, derivative time, and so on, can also be changed.
Most of the control strategies are easily tuned by simply using heuristics. As
suggested by Luyben (2004), all liquid levels should use P-only controllers with a gain
of 2. All flow controllers should use a gain of 0.5 and an integral time of 0.3 minute
'also enable filtering with a filter time of 0.1 minute). The author also mentioned thatthe default values in Aspen Dynamics for most pressure controllers seem to workreasonably well
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Viewing default values of variables
In Aspen Dynamics, the steady state values of process variable and controller outputar displayed in a table
. At this stage,the set point value, displayed in table, shown in
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Figure 5.22, is same with the value of process variable. To show the results table ofloop I, highlight the controller block LCI, press the right mouse button, go to Formsand then select Results.
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Similarly, we have the results table, shown in Figure 5.24
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First we need to open the sheet that contains the controller tuning information. To doso for the level controller, highlight the controller block LCI, press the right mousebutton, point to Forms and then select Configure (see Figure 5.25).
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Alternatively, to obtain the Configure dialog box, first double-click on the controllerblock LCI and then click on Configure symbol (yellow colour) in the faceplate as shownin Figure 5.26.
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Note that the default Operator set point value is the steady state value of the processvariable (PV). The reactor liquid level is the PV for loop 1 and reactor temperature forloop 2. Bias signal is the output from the controller when the error (= SP-PV) is zero.From the results tables shown earlier, it is obvious that the error is zero for both loops.Therefore, Aspen Dynamics has set the value of OP as the bias value.
The proportional integral (PI) control methodology is automatically installed withdefault values for the controller gain (= 10 %/%), integral time (= 60000 minutes) andderivative time (= 0 minute) to monitor the reactor level. However, as mentionedpreviously, the proportional-only controller with a gain of 2 is sufficient to effectivelycontrol the liquid level. Remember that to make the integral action inactive, we canuse a very large value, for example 105 minutes (even the default value of 6 x 104minutes may also be accepted), for the integral term. For loop 1, the controller actionshould be 'Direct' as set by default (see Figure 5.28).
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The TC2 is truly a reverse acting controller. However, we may adjust the values ofcontroller tuning parameters (gain and integral time) during the closed-loop study ifthe control performance is not satisfactory.
Modifying ranges for process variables and controller outputsIn the Configure dialog box, hit the Ranges tab and get Figure 5.30 for level control loop.
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As shown in Figure 5.30, the default ranges for both the process and output variablesare too large (± 100% of the steady state values)
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Range minimum: 0.6855 m (25% subtracted from steady state value of PV)Range maximum: 1.1425 m (25% added with steady state value of PV)
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Entering these upper and lower bounds, we have the window, shown in Figure 5.31,for the level controller.
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The corresponding Aspen Dynamics window is shown in Figure 5.32. It is worthy to
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(c) Starting the Run: Before running the program, we must be accustomed withsome frequently used items of the toolbar as described in Figure 5.33.
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We wish to carry out the simulation for a certain time, say 5 hours. To fix up this
time period, select Pause At from the Run pulldown menu or simply press Ctrl+F5 onthe keyboard. Then select Pause at time, type 5 in the field or whatever we want andclick on OK (see Figure 5.34).
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As we double-click on LCI block in the flowsheet, first the faceplate appears. In thenext, press on Configure and Plot symbols in the faceplate. Alternatively, to open thefaceplate. Configure dialog box and ResultsPlot dialog box, first select LCI block, thenchoose Forms and subsequently press one-by-one on faceplate, Configure and ResultsPlot,respectively. Judiciously arrange all three items within the Aspen Dynamics window(see Figure 5.35) so that we can properly observe them together.
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First make sure that all the items in the Configure dialog box and faceplate arecorrect. In order to execute the dynamic closed-loop simulation
, click on Run button inthe toolbar. During the simulation run, give a step change in the set point value ofreactor liquid level from 0.914029 to 1.1 metre at time = 1
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point value in the faceplate, press Enter button on the keyboard so that the Operatorset point value in the Configure dialog box also changes automatically to 1
.1 meterNote that the new set point must be within the specified ranges of PV, In Figure 5 36the servo performance of the level controller is depicted for 5 hours as selected earlier
Obviously, the plot also includes the manipulated input profile.
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Figure 5.36 represents an excellent set point tracking performance of the levelcontroller (P-only). Obviously, the LCI provides process responses with almost nodeviation from the desired set point value and with very fast approach to reach thetarget liquid level.
Notice that the above plot can be edited by right clicking on that plot and selectingProperties option or by clicking on that plot and pressing Alt+Enter on the keyboard.In the properties window, user can modify the title, axis scale, font and colour of theplot. Alternatively, double-click on the different elements of the plot and modify them
as we like to improve the clarity and overall presentation.Now, we will discuss the interaction of two control loops. When we introduce a set
point step change in the reactor liquid level, the LCI scheme attempts to compensate
for the changes through the manipulation of the effluent flow rate. This, in turn, willdisturb the reactor temperature and loop 2 will compensate by manipulating the heat
DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF FLOW-DRIVEN PROCESSES 253
removal of the CSTR appropriately. Thus we can say that loop 1 affects loop 2. In Figure 5.37,Aspen Dynamics window demonstrates the loop interaction under the same set pointstep change (0.914029 to 1.1 metre at time = 1.5 hours) as considered previously.
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As described in Figure 5.38, open the faceplate along with Configure dialog box and ablank plot sheet. Before starting the simulation run, carefully check all entries in thefaceplate as well as Configure dialog box. In the next, choose Initialization run mode inthe toolbar and then run the program once. After completion, go back to Dynamicmode from Initialization mode (see Figure 5.38).
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Now we wish to conduct the servo performance study for the TC2 controller with twoconsecutive set point step (pulse input) changes in reactor temperature (70 -) 750C attime = 1
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Clearly, the proportional integral controller with default tuning parameters values
shows a high-quality temperature tracking performance. As stated, if the performance
of any controller is not satisfactory, we have the option to tune the parameters simplyby trial-and-error method.
If we introduce a set point change in the reactor temperature, the TC2 controllertakes necessary action with adjusting the heat duty to compensate for the changes
.
But interestingly, the liquid level remains undisturbed. Figure 5.38 confirms this fact.
At this point we can conclude that loop 1 affects loop 2, but loop 2 does not affect loop 1.
Actually here the interaction is in a single direction.(d) Viewing regulatory performance of LCI and TC2: To perform the
regulatory study, we need to introduce at least a single change in the inputdisturbance. However, here we consider two subsequent step changes in thefeed temperature. Initially, the feed temperature changes from 75 to 80oC attime = 2 hours and then the temperature (80oC) returns to 750C after 1.2 hours
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To change the feed temperature twice as prescribed above, first we need to openthe feed data sheet by double-clicking on the FEED block in the process flowsheet(see Figure 5.39).
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In the subsequent step, run the program with Initialization run mode. As it isfinished, go back to Dynamic mode. Then, open the plot sheets for both the controllers.The regulatory behaviour is illustrated in Figure 5.40 giving changes in feed temperature
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in the feed data sheet. For brevity, the faceplate and configure dialog boxincluded in the Aspen Dynamics window, shown in Figure 5.40.
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It is obvious that the reactor liquid level remains unchanged with a change in feedtemperature since there is no interaction involved
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, the TC2 controller provides satisfactory disturbancerejection performance under this situation.
So far we have studied mainly the closed-loop behaviour of a reactor system coupledwith Aspen-generated control schemes. We did not include any additional controller withthe CSTR model
. In Section 5.3, we consider a distillation example to elaborate this point.
5 3 DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF A BINARY DISTILLATION COLUMN
Problem statement
A partially vaporized binary mixture of benzene and toluene enters a RadFracdistillation model as displayed in Figure 5.
41.
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Feed Specifications
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In Table 5.1, the reflux drum and the base of the column (the 'sump' in Aspenterminology) are specified. It is fair to use an aspect ratio (length to diameter ratio) of2 (Luyben, 2004).
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The column diameter is 5 ft. Use default values for other tray hydraulic parameters(e.g., tray spacing, weir height and weir length to column diameter ratio). Consider log-mean temperature difference (LMTD) assumptions for the total condenser. Actually,
the
LMTD is calculated using the temperatures of process fluid and coolant.In the simulation.
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Simulate the column model to obtain the products mole fractions.Keeping the default level and pressure control algorithms unaltered, inspectthe servo as well as regulatory performance of a proportional integral (PI1controller that is required to insert to control the benzene composition in thedistillate by manipulating the reflux flow rate.Devising an another PI control scheme to maintain the benzene composition inthe bottom product with the adjustment of heat input to the reboiler, observethe interaction effect between the top and bottom composition loops.
Simulation approach
(a) Select Aspen Plus User Interface and when the Aspen Plus window pops up.choose Template and press OK. In the subsequent step, select General withEnglish Units and hit OK button. To open the process flowsheet window, clickOK when the Aspen Plus engine window appears.
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From the Model Library toolbar, select the Columns tab. Place the RadFrac model onthe flowsheet window and add the feed as well as two product streams. Renaming allthe streams along with distillation block, we have Figure 5.42.
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The reflux drum and sump are specified in Figures 5.54(a) and (b) with their givengeometry data. The information on vessel orientation, head type, length (or height)and diameter are used to compute the vessel holdup.
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Open a blank dynamic simulation window for the example column, following a similarprocedure as previously shown for the CSTR problem. In the next, simply open theflow-driven dynamic file 'Ch5
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In the present discussion, we do not want to change anything of the threeautomatically inserted control strategies. All data, including timing parameters, ranges,
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Now we wish to include a proportional integral (PI) law to control the benzenecomposition in the top distillation product by manipulating the reflux rate. In the top
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Again hold the ControlSignal icon, drag it onto the process flowsheet and drop it onthe blue outgoing arrow marked OutputSignal from the CCT block. As Select theControl Variable dialog box appears (see Figure 5.63), choose 'CCT.OP' by name andpress OK.
Immediately, a solid black arrow representing the controller output signal isautomatically generated. Move the mouse pointer to reflux stream and make aconnection to InputSignal2 port. To use the reflux flow rate as control variable, select
'BLOCKSC'RADFRAC). Reflux.FmR' in the dialog box and click OK (see Figure 5.64).Now the binary distillation column is coupled with four control schemes, LCI,
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Obviously, some of the default values set by Aspen Dynamics are not acceptable.For example, the operator set point value of process variable (benzene composition indistillate) should not be greater than L Secondly, the CCT controller action must be'Reverse'. In addition, the value of control variable (reflux flow rate) at steady state isusually used as bias value.
We have two options in our hand to correct the default values. Either manuallywe can do it or Aspen Dynamics can automatically initialize the values of set point
,
process variable, control variable, bias and ranges. Note that the controller action ischanged only manually. It is wise to initialize the values by the help of Aspen Dynamics.
For this, press Initialize Values button in the Configure dialog box and use 'Reverse'controller action. It is obvious in the window, shown in Figure 5.67, that the values ofSP, PV and OP in the faceplate change automatically to their steady state values. Ifthis approach fails to initialize the simulation of controller model with the steady statedata, check and replace, if necessary, the values of PV and OP with their steady statevalues by double clicking on signal transmission lines (input to the controller and outputfrom the controller).
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Range minimum: 0.85
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It is important to mention that it is a good idea to carry out Initialization as wellas Dynamic run after each new change in the control scheme so that any error incontroller installation can be detected individually.
We have now completed all required control specifications for the top compositionloop In the ongoing study, we prefer to conduct the simulation experiment to observethe designed controller performance continuously for 5 hours. As done for the previousCSTR problem, similarly either simply press Ctrl+F5 on the keyboard or select PauseAt from the Run menu and put 5 hours as Pause at time.
In the next, we will inspect the CCT controller performance first dealing with theservo problem followed by the regulatory problem.
Viewing servo performance of CCT
As we double-click on the CCT controller block in the flowsheet window, the faceplate
appears. Then open the Configure as well as ResultsPlot dialog box.The second one is
basically a blank graph sheet that presents the variations of process variable, set pointand controller output with respect to time.
Before running the program, make sure that all the items in the Configure dialog boxand faceplate are correct. In the next, hit Run button to start the dynamic simulation. Theplots, shown in Figure 5 70, illustrate the servo behaviour of the PI control algorithm witha step increase (0.9437 - 0 97 at time = 1.51 hours) followed by a step decrease(0 97 - 0
.9 at time = 3 hours) in the set point value of the distillate composition of benzene.To achieve an improved closed-loop performance, we have used the values of proportionalgain of 10 %/% and integral time of 10 minutes. These values have been chosen basedon a pulse input test in the distillate composition of benzene and using the trial-and-error approach It should be kept in mind that the objective at this point is not to comeup with the best control structure or the optimum controller tuning. We only need acontrol scheme and tunings that provide a reasonably good tracking performance todrive the simulation to a new steady state.
Remember that to edit the plots, shown in Figure 5 70, double-click on differentelements of the plots and modify them as we like.
Viewing regulatory performance of CCT
In order to investigate the regulatory performance of the CCT controller, we give a stepinput change in the feed pressure (21 -» 23 psia) at time = 1.48 hours and that in the feedtemperature (225 -» 230oF) at time = 3 hours. The PI controller tuning set provides gooddisturbance rejection performance (see Figure 5.71) although the tuning parameter values. gain and integral time) have been chosen based on a pulse set point input change.
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In addition, the used constraints are reported below:
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Viewing interaction effect between two composition loops
To observe the effect of interaction between two composition loops, the set point valueof bottoms composition of benzene has been changed twice. The simulation result isdepicted in Figure 5.74 for a step increase (0.0033 -> 0.0045 at time = 1.5 hours) followedby a step decrease (0.0045 -> 0.0025 at time = 3 hours).
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SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS |This chapter has investigated the closed-loop process dynamic characteristics usingAspen Dynamic- package. To observ e the controller performance in terms of set pointtracking and disturbance rejection, a CSTR in addition to a distillation column havebeen illustrated The default control strategies have been tested for the reactor example,whereas the two additional composition control loops have been included along withthe default control laws for the distillation example. Several simulation experimentshave been executed for both the processes under flow-driven dynamic simulation. Notethat Chapter 6 presents the dynamic simulation and control of more rigorous pressure-driven dynamic process.
PROBLEMS|
5.1 A feed mixture of benzene and toluene is fed to a flash drum (Flash2). The
separator operates at 1.2 atm and 100oC. For dynamic simulation, required feed
specifications are provided in Figure 5.75.
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'a) Use the SYSOP0 property method to compute the amounts of liquid andvapour products and their compositions.
.b) As shown in Figure 5.75, employ a PI control scheme to monitor thetemperature in the flash drum by manipulating the heat duty.
(c) Show the closed-loop servo performance with +10% and then -10% stepchanges in the flash temperature.
(d) Report the tuning parameters obtained by trial-and-error method, controlleraction and ranges imposed.
5.2 A vapour mixture of toluene, methane and hydrogen is heated using a shell and
tube heat exchanger (HeatX). The superheated steam is used as a heating medium.Complete specifications required for closed-loop dynamic simulation are shown inFigure 5
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(a) Simulate the heat exchanger model using the shortcut method, counter-current flow direction and NRTL-RK property method.
(b) Include a PI control structure to observe the set point (cold stream outlettemperature) tracking performance and the manipulated input (steam inflowrate) profile. In the closed-loop simulation experiment, assume that thetemperature sensor takes 1 minute time (dead time) to measure the controlledvariable. Report the used tuning properties.
(c) Examine the regulatory performance by introducing + 10% and subsequently-10% step changes in the inlet temperature of the cold stream.
5.3 Device a cascade control scheme for the above heat exchanger and investigatethe controller performance.
5.4 A liquid mixer model with a typical ratio controller (Seborg et al. 2003) is shownin Figure 5.77. The flow rates for both the disturbance or wild stream (Fw) andthe manipulated stream (FE) are measured, and the measured ratio, Rm = FE/Fw,
is calculated. The output of the ratio element is sent to a ratio controller (PI) thatcompares the calculated ratio Rm to the desired ratio Rd (set point) and adjuststhe manipulated flow rate accordingly.
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The input data are shown in Table 5.2 for simulation.
TABLE 5.2
Stream Temperature CO Pressure (aim) Flow rate (kmol/hr) Composition
E 50 1 Pe = 100 pure ethanol
W 60 1 = 150 pure water
Process variable at steady state = 0.667 (FE/FW = 100/150)
Controller output at steady state = 100 kmol/hr
Proportional gain = 4 %/%
Integral time = 20 minutesController action = reverse
(a) Appljang the SYSOPO base property method, simulate the mixer modeloperated at 1 atm.
(b) Using the given controller properties and default ranges, report theratio controller performance with two consecutive set point step changes(0.667 -> 0.72 0.65) in the ratio.
Hint: Double-click on Input 1 transmission line and fill up Tables 5.3(a) and (b).
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Description Value Units
Inputl Input signal 1 100.0 kmol/hr
Input2 Input signal 2 150.0 kmol/hr
Output Output signal, Inputl/lnput2 0.667
Use Initialize Values button and incorporate the given tuning properties beforerunning the program.
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5,5 A reboiled stripper is used to remove mainly propane and lighter species from afeed stream, shown in Figure 5.78. It has total 6 stages (including condenserand reboiler) and no condenser.
The bottoms rate is 100 Ibmol/hr and the column top stage pressure is 150 psiawith a column pressure drop of 8 psi. The diameter of the stripper (Stages 1 to5) is 6.5 ft. The reboiler heat duty is assumed constant, although it changes atdynamic state. The sump has elliptical head with a height of 5 ft and diameterof 2.5 ft.
For the closed-loop simulation, use the following data:Dead time = 2 minutes
Magnitude of noise (standard deviation) = 0.01 Ibmol/lbmolProportional gain of PI = 1 %/%Integral time of PI = 20 minutesController action = Reverse
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(a) Using the Peng-Robinson thermodynamic method,simulate the RadFrac
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, configure acomposition control scheme (PI) coupling with a 'Dead
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elements to maintain the propane mole fraction in the distillate bymanipulating the reboiler heat duty as shown in Figure 5.
79. Use the givenclosed-loop data and execute the dynamic simulations to test the developedcomposition controller performance.
5.6 Ethylene is produced by cracking of ethane in a stoichiometric reactor. Theirreversible elementary vapour-phase reaction is given as.
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ethane ethylene hydrogen
Pure ethane feed enters the reactor model, shown in Figure 5.79, with a flow
rate of 750 kmol/hr at 800oC and 5.5 atm. The reactor operates at inlet
temperature and pressure with 80% conversion of ethane.
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U) Using the SYSOPO thermodynamic method, simulate the reactor model.(b) Develop a control loop as configured in the flow diagram to maintain the
desired reactor temperature by the adjustment of heat duty. Considering themeasurement lag of 1 minute, inspect the servo as well as regulatory controlperformance. Report the tuning properties used to achieve a satisfactoryclosed-loop performance.
5.7 A binary feed mixture consisting of methylcyclohexane fMCH) and toluene isintroduced above tray number 14 of a RadFrac distillation model, shown inFigure 5.80.
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It is difficult to separate this close-boiling system (MCH-toluene) by simple binarydistillation
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The column has 22 theoretical stages (including condenser and reboiler) with atotal condenser
. The distillate rate and reflux ratio are given as 90.72 kmol/hrand 8 (mole basisrespectively. The pressure profile is defined with Stage 1pressure of 1 10316 bar and Stage 22 pressure of 1.
39274 bar. Use LMTD
assumptions for the condenser The reboiler heat duty is assumed constant. Thereflux drum and sump are specified in Table 5.6.
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TABLE 5.6
Item Vessel type Head type Height /Length Diameter(m) (m)
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The column diameter and tray spacing are given as 2 m and 0.6 m, respectively,
(a) Simulate the distillation column using the UNIFAC property method tocompute the composition of MCH in the distillate and that of phenol in thebottom product.
(b) In addition to the default level and pressure controllers, insert a PID structureto control the MCH composition in the top product by manipulating the flowrate of PHENOL stream.
(c) Produce the plots to show the closed-loop control responses, and report thetuning parameters, control actions and operating ranges for controlled aswell as manipulated variables used.
REFERENCES|
Luyben, W.L., (2004), "Use of Dynamic Simulation to Converge Complex ProcessFlowsheets", Chemical Engineering Education, pp. 142-149.
Seborg, D.E., T.F. Edgar and D.A. Mellichamp, (2003), Process Dynamics and Control,2nd ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
CHAPTER 6Dynamics and Control ofPressure-driven Processes
6.1 INTRODUCTION
To know the transient characteristics of a complicated chemical plant, we need a dynamicprocess simulator. It is well-recognized that Aspen Dynamics is such an efficient
flowsheet simulator used for dynamic process simulation. As we have seen in Chapter 5,Aspen Dynamics simulator can be employed to design a process as well as its associatedcontrol strategies.
Aspen Dynamics extends an Aspen Plus steady-state model into a dynamic processmodel. If the steady state Aspen Plus simulation is exported to Aspen Dynamics, there
is a necessity to choose either flow-driven dynamic simulation or pressure-drivendynamic simulation
. In a rigorous pressure-driven simulation, pumps and compressorsare inserted
, where needed, to provide the required pressure drop for material flow.Control valves are installed
,where needed, and their pressure drops selected. For good
control, the pressure drop across a control valve should be greater than 0.1 bar. The
fluid that flows through a valve should normally be liquid-only or vapour-only becausethe two-phase flow through a control valve is unusual.
It should be pointed out that for a pressure-driven case, we must not insert a valvein the suction of a pump or at the discharge of a compressor (compressor speed or itsequivalent compressor work is manipulated). The control valves are positioned on thefluid streams such that the controllers can manipulate the valve positions.
The simple flow-driven dynamic simulations have been discussed in detail in theprevious chapter. Therefore
,here we are intended to study the pressure-driven
simulation. A reactive or catalytic distillation column is exampled for the rigorous
pressure-driven Aspen Dynamics simulation as well as control.
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6.2 DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF A REACTIVE DISTILLATION (RD)
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Problem statement
The methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) column configuration (Jacobs and Krishna,1993) chosen for the simulation is shown in Figure 6.1.
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The RD column (RadFrac) consists of 17 theoretical stages, including a total condenserand a partial reboiler. Reactive stages are located in the middle of the column, Stage 4down to and including Stage 11. In Aspen terminology, the numbering of the stages istop downward; the condenser is Stage 1 and the reboiler is the last stage.
MTBE is produced by reaction of IB and MeOH:
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The liquid-phase reaction is catalyzed by a strong acidic macroreticular ion exchangeresin, for example Amberlyst 15. and n-butene does not take part in the reaction (inert).The forward and backward rate laws (Seader and Henley, 1998; Rehfinger and Hoffmann,1990) are derived in terms of mole fractions, instead of activities (products of activitycoefficient and mole fraction):
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Here, z represents the liquid-phase mole fraction. The pre-exponential factors,including the activation energy (kJ/kmol), are given in SI units. The catalyst is providedonly for reactive stages (8 stages total), with 204.1 kg of catalyst per stage (Seader andHenley. 1998). The used catalyst is a strong-acid ion-exchange resin with 4.9 equivalentsof acid groups per kg of catalyst. So, the equivalents per stage are 1000 or 8000 for the8 stages. In some references, the equivalents per stage are directly given.
The column, starting from Stages 2 to 16, is packed with 'MELLAPAK' (vendor:SULZER) having a size of 250Y. Use 'Simple packing' hydraulics and the heightequivalent to a theoretical plate (HETP) may be considered as 1 m. The distillationcolumn diameter is 6 m. Stage 1 (condenser) pressure is 11 atm with a column pressuredrop of 0.5 atm. The reflux ratio is set to 7 (mole basis) and the bottoms flow rate is640.8 kmol/hr. In the MTBE synthesis process, it is desirable to obtain a bottom productcontaining high-purity MTBE and a distillate containing high-purity NB. In Table 6.1the reflux drum and the sump (the next-to-last stage in the column) are specified.
TABLE 6.1
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The pump delivers the liquid stream POUT at 11.7 atm. The compressor (isentropic)has discharged the vapour feed FV at 11.5 atm. The three control valves (adiabaticflash) CV1, CV2 and CV3 have the outlet pressures of 11.5 atm, 10.8 atm and 11.3 atmrespectively. Using the UNIFAC base property method,
(a) simulate the process flowsheet to obtain the distillation product summary, and(b) develop the control configurations to achieve the desired product purity under
disturbance input.
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(a) Start the Aspen program by double-clicking the Aspen Plus User Interface iconon the desktop. Then select Template option and press Oif (see Figure 6.2).
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The process flow diagram includes a feed pump, a feed compressor, a distillation columnand three control valves. The complete process flowsheet drawn in an Aspen windowshould somewhat resemble the one shown in Figure 6.
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Configuring settings
At the beginning of data entry, fill up Global sheet followed by Accounting sheet underSpecifications of Setup folder. Moreover, select 'Mole' fraction along with 'Std.liq.volume'flow basis in Stream sheet under Report Options [see Figures 6.5(a), (b) and (c)].
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Specifying property method
The user input under the Properties tab is probably the most critical input required torun a successful simulation. This has been discussed in much greater detail in theprevious chapters. This key input is the Base method found in Global sheet underSpecifications option. Set UNIFAC for the present project (see Figure 6.7).
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Under the Streams tab, we have used Specifications sheets to input the data for boththe feed streams, BUTENES and METHANOL [see Figures 6.8(a) and (b)].
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The mole fraction of MTBE in BOT stream is computed as 0.951.(b) Exporting dynamic simulation: In order to conduct the dynamic process
simulations, export the steady-state Aspen Plus simulation into Aspen Dynamicswith saving as a pressure-driven dynamic file.
Opening existing simulation
As we press the Start knob, point to Programs, then AspenTech, then Aspen EngineeringSuite, then Aspen Dynamics Version and then select Aspen Dynamics, a blank dynamicsimulation window appears. In the next, open the pressure-driven dynamic file savedearlier. The screen looks like Figure 6.22.
It is obvious that the process flowsheet includes the automatically inserted twolevel controllers (LCI and LC3) and one pressure controller (PC2). Each of thesecontrollers has an operator set point (SP), a process variable (PV), also known as
controlled variable, and a controller output (OP), also called as manipulated variable,
whose values are obtained from the Aspen Plus simulation. These control structures
also have their own tuning parameters, and so on, suggested by Aspen Dynamics.
However, there is a scope to modify (or remove) the controller and its related items.The Aspen generated control loops defined below should be used in the closed-loop
study of the prescribed catalytic distillation column.
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Type of controller: proportional (P)-only (since reset time is very large)Controlled variable, liquid level in the reflux drumManipulated variable: distillate (DIS) flow rate (percentage opening ofvalve CV2)Controller action: direct
Use all default data, except proportional gain of 2 (suggested by Luyben, 2004)
Loop 2Controller: PC2
Type of controller: proportional integral (PI)Controlled variable: top stage pressure
Manipulated variable: condenser heat removalController action: reverse
Use all default data (suggested by Luyben, 2004)
the condenser heat removal and P denotes the pressure to be controlled. Assumingdirect control action
,the controlle r equation can be rewritten for Aspen Dynamics
** Qr = - 47.48 - Kc {PSP - P), where 47.48 is the bias signal (Vr.s' "s
-'gn indicates heat removal (cooling operation). If we move from steady state position,'< is dear that when pressure (P) increases, the error (PS/. P) value becomes negahv..
.d ultimately,the neRative vain., ofQc decreases. Originally, the negative value should
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increase because if pressure increases, there is a need to increase the heat removalrate. Therefore, our assumption is wrong and it should be reverse action in AspenDynamics.)
Loop 3Controller: LC3
Type of controller: P-onlyControlled variable: liquid level in the column base
Manipulated variable: bottoms (BOT) flow rate (percentage opening ofvalve CV3)Controller action: direct
Use all default data, except proportional gain of 2 (suggested by Luyben,2004)
Configuring new control loops
The primary objective of the example process is to produce a bottom MTBE product ofhigh purity. To achieve the desired product purity in presence of disturbance anduncertainty, several control algorithms need to be employed with the reactive distillation,
It should be noted that in the control system of a RD process, the liquid level andcolumn pressure controls constitute inventory control, maintaining the basic operationof the column. Thus, here emphasis is placed on the response of composition controlmethodologies to maintain product quality as well as correct stoichiometric ratio betweenthe feed streams. In the following, different control schemes have been discussed forthree distillation sections, namely feed section, top section and bottom section.
Feed section
For a chemical reaction with two reactants, the type of flowsheet depends on whether
we want to operate the catalytic distillation column with no-excess of either reactant orexcess reactant (Kaymak and Luyben, 2005). For a double-feed RD column,
if there is
any imbalance in the inflow of the two reactants ('excess reactant' case), the product
purity drops. This is because one of the reactants becomes excess and exits with theproduct stream, and this stream would have to be further processed to purify the productand recover the reactant for recycle. Obviously, the 'excess reactant' flowsheet requiresat least two separating columns and is therefore more expensive. However,
it is easier
to control. On the other hand, the 'no-excess reactant' flowsheet has better steady stateeconomics but presents challenging control problems because of the need to preciselybalance the stoichiometry of the reaction.
Several control structures used to maintain the correct stoichiometric ratio of the
reactants have been proposed by researchers (e.g., Al-Arfaj and Luyben, 2000; 2002;Wang et al., 2003). To meet this control objective, the controller requires some type offeedback of information from within the process to indicate the accumulation or depletionof at least one of the reactants. This can simply be done by the use of an internalcomposition controller by manipulating the flow rate of one of the fresh feeds. Thereare also other efficient control techniques (e.g.,
cascade control, inferential control)reported for stoichiometric balancing (Wang et al.,
2003). However, it is not practicalto simply ratio the two feed streams, as has been proposed in some of the literaturepapers. Flow measurement inaccuracies and feed composition changes doom to failure
DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF PRESSURE-DRIVEN PROCESSES 305
any ratio controller that does not somehow incorporate information about compositionsinside the reactive system and feed this information back to adjust fresh feed.
For the concerned distillation column, the methanol composition is controlled on
10* stage by the adjustment of the methanol fresh feed. The butene feed rate is flowcontrolled. It is worthy to mention that manipulating the methanol feed to control aninternal methanol composition is preferred when the butene feed coming from theupstream units is not free to be adjusted. If this is not the case, then alternatively thef.so-butene concentration, instead of methanol concentration
, may be controlled on areactive stage by adjusting the butene feed rate.
We are now moving on to configure the composition controller for methanol feed.To do this, click on expand symbol (+) of Dynamics subfolder. Then again hit expandbutton of ControlModels icon. Subsequently, select the PID object, drag it to the flowdiagram, place the control block near to CVl block and rename it as CC4. In the next,expand Stream Types and use ControlSignal icon to complete the CC4 configuration,shown in Figure 6.23. Chapter 5 presents a detail of how to configure a control structurein Aspen Dynamics.
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Controller action: reverse
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Before executing the simulation run, it is customary to have a look on the data
sheet. For this, double-click on CC4 control block and then press Configure knob in the
faceplate to open the Configure dialog box. As mentioned in Chapter 5, it is wise to
click on Initialize Values button. Still one doubt is there: is the value of process variable(PV) displayed same with the steady state liquid phase concentration of MeOH onStage 10 obtained in the Aspen Plus simulation? Be sure about it
, choose Blocks/RDCOLUMN/Profiles with opening the Aspen Plus simulation file. Then select 'Liquid'in the View field in Compositions sheet and obtain the table shown in Figure 6.24, withliquid mole fraction of MeOH on 10th stage of 0.04886022. This value is identical withthat of PV in the Configure dialog box.
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The controller CC4 is tuned by trial-and-error approach and the parameter valueshave been chosen as:
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Use default values for other items including bias signal, ranges, etc.Notice that by the similar way, we can design the flow controller for butene feed of theRD column.
Top section
In addition to the LCI and PC2 control structures, the distillate composition can becontrolled by manipulating the reflux flow rate. In an alternative approach, along with
the pressure control (PC2), we can control the reflux drum level by the manipulation ofthe reflux rate and the distillate flow rate can be adjusted by a ratio control law to givea constant reflux ratio. In the present case, the former control scheme has been
incorporated for performance study.
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Bottom section
In the bottom section of a distillation column, it is a common practice that either thebottom product purity or the tray temperature near the bottom of the column, whichhas a strong correlation with the product purity, is controlled at its desired value bythe manipulation of the reboiler heat duty. For the sample process, we have implementeda composition control structure for product quality control.
As the CC4 control block has been connected, similarly we can incorporate theother control structures discussed above with the distillation flowsheet. The window,shown in Figure 6.25, includes a closed-loop scheme in which the MTBE purity iscontrolled in the bottoms by adjusting the reboiler heat input and the methanol impurityin the top is controlled by manipulating the reflux flow rate. As stated earlier, theconcentration of methanol on the reactive stage it is being fed to (Stage 10) is measuredand controlled by the manipulation of the fresh methanol feed rate. The butene flowrate is flow-controlled. The liquid levels in the reflux drum and the base of the columnare maintained by the distillate flow rate and the bottoms flow rate, respectively. Thecondenser heat removal is manipulated to control the column pressure. All of thestructures are single-input/single-output (SISO) structures with PI controllers (P-onlyon levels).
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Controlled variable: molar flow rate of butene feed (FV)
Manipulated variable: brake power (shaft power or brake power ofmotor or enginerequired to drive a compressor)Controller action: reverse
Proportional gain = 0.5 %/%Integral time = 0.3 minUse default values for other terms
Loop 6Controller: CC6
Type of controller: PIControlled variable: MTBE mole fraction in the bottoms
Manipulated variable: reboiler heat inputController action: reverse
Proportional gain = 5 %/%
Integral time = 5 minUse default values for other terms
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Type of controller: PIControlled variable: MeOH mole fraction in the distillate
Manipulated variable: reflux rate (mass flow)Controller action: reverse
Proportional gain = 5 %/%Integral time = 5 minUse default values for other terms
Now the flowsheet is ready for closed-loop performance study. Start the programas usual. It is important to mention that to restart a dynamic simulation,
click 'Restart'
(F7) from the Run menu or press 'Re-start Simulation' button on the Run Control toolbar.
Performance of the closed-loop RD process
In the present study, two consecutive step changes in methanol feed temperature (46.85-» 40oC at time = 1.7 hours and then 40 -> 460C at time = 3.9 hours) have been
introduced to examine the performance of the closed-loop RD process. A change in feedtemperature affects the internal composition in the reactive zone. This, in turn, maydeteriorate the product quality. The system responses to temperature disturbance areillustrated in Figure 6.26. It is obvious that the proposed structure is able to maintainthe MTBE purity in the bottoms under the influence of disturbance variable. It canalso prevent excessive losses of both methanol and iso-butene in the products.
Each Aspen Dynamics model includes different plots and tables from which we caneasily access the simulation inputs as well as results. For this, first highlight ablock or stream, then right-click to point Forms and finally select the item that wewant to access.
DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF PRESSURE-DRIVEN PROCESSES 309
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Performance of the closed-loop RD process with Measurement lags
Aspen Dynamics screen, shown in Figure 6.27, includes three dead time blocks (DTI,DT2 and DT3) connected with three composition controllers (CC4, CC6 and CC7).
o5 3
Lii
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FIGURE 6.27
310 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPEN
The measurement lag of 15 sec (0.25 min) is used in all composition loops. Toincorporate a dead time for a measured variable
, say methanol mole fraction onStage 10, highlight DTI block, right-click on the block, point to Forms and then selectConfigure to open the configure table. In the Value cell
, enter 0.25 min as a sensordead time. Follow the same approach for other two dead time blocks
.
Here, we have used the proportional gain of 1 %/% and integral time of 20 min for
all composition controllers. The effects of disturbance in butene feed temperature have
been depicted in Figure 6.28.
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FIGURE 6.28
Initially a step decrease (76.85 -> 650C at time = 8 hours) and subsequently a stepincrease (65 -> 760C at time = 15 hours) have been considered in the simulation study.The developed closed-loop process flowsheet responds satisfactorily under load variablechange and measurement lag.
SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS |
In Chapter 5, we have studied the dynamics and control of the flow-driven chemicalprocesses. Here, a case study has been conducted on a MTBE catalytic distillation
column using the pressure-driven dynamics. The complete process flow diagram includes
a distillation column, a feed compressor, a feed pump and three control valves. In the
MTBE synthesis process, a bottom product containing high-purity MTBE and a topproduct enriched with n-butene are obtained. To maintain the MTBE purity in thebottoms stream, several control structures have been configured with the flowsheet in
DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF PKKSSURK-DRIVKN PROCKSSKS .*J 1 1
Aspen Dynamics. All of the structures are SISO schemes with PI controllers (P-onlyon levels). The controllers have been tuned by simply using heuristics. The proposedclosed-loop process provides satisfactory results under disturbance input andmeasurement lag.
PROBLEMS
6.1 A binary mixture of ethanol and l-propanol enters a flash drum (Flash2) Thefeed specifications are shown in Figure 6.29 with the process flow diagram.
Liquid mixture(UQ-MIX)
Temperature = 90XPressure = 1,4 bar
Flow rate = 120 kmol/hr
Component Mol fract
ethanol 06
1-propanol 0.4
CV2
cCH liq-mix f»B-[fgiECV1
-(pF]->t'i-|pdt-uq1-oCV3
FIGURE 6.29 A flowsheet of a flash drum
The flash chamber operates at 90oC and 1.2 bar. The vertically placed separatorwith a length of 2 m and diameter of 1 m has elliptical head type. All the controlvalves have a pressure drop of 0.2 bar. Applying the RK-Soave thermodynamicmodel as a base property method,
(a) simulate the flowsheet to obtain the product compositions,(b) design the two control schemes to maintain the pressure and liquid level in
the flash chamber, and
(c) examine the performance of the designed controllers.6.2 Styrene is produced by dehydrogenation of ethylbenzene.
Here we consider an
irreversible reaction:
- C2H5 -> CgHs - CH = CH2 + H2
ethylbenzene styrene hydrogen
The process flow diagram that consists of a reactor (RSTOIC), a feed compressor(COMPRESS) and a control valve (CV) is shown in Figure 6.
30
An isentropic compressor discharges the FEED stream that enters the RStoicreactor at 2 bar The reactor runs at 260oC and 2 bar.
The control valve involves
a pressure drop of 0.2 bar Use the fractional conversion of ethylbenzene equals0
.
8. Applying the Peng-Robinson thermodynamic method.
(a) simulate the flowsheet,
and'b) observe the closed-loop process response employing the flow controllers.
312 PROCESS SIMULATION AND CONTROL USING ASPECT
Pure ethylbenzene
Temperature = 260oCPressure = 1 barFlow rate = 100 kmol/hr
M"
! [pptI-ocv
-|feed|-1COMPRESS RSTOIC
FIGURE 6.30 A flowsheet for the production of styrene.
6.3 The hydrogenation of aniline produces cyclohexylamine in a CSTR according tothe following reaction:
C6H5NH2 + 3H2 -> CeHnNHa
aniline hydrogen cyclohexylamine
The complete process flowsheet is provided in Figure 6.31. It includes a pumphaving a discharge pressure of 41.2 bar, an isentropic compressor having adischarge pressure of 41 bar, an elliptical head-type vertically placed reactorhaving a length of 1 m and three control valves with a pressure drop of 0.2 barin each.
F1
FEED
CV1
PUMP
F2
FL P1
> <
-u
CV2
>ff J 1 PDT-LIQ \-0CV3
COMPRESS RCSTR
FIGURE 6.31 A flowsheet for aniline hydrogenation
The reactor operates at 41 bar and 120oC, and its volume is 1200 ft3 (75% liquid). For
the liquid-phase reaction, the inlet streams, Fl and F2, are specified in Table 6.2.
TABLE 6.2
Reactant Temperature (°C) Pressure (bar) Flow rate (kmol/hr)
Pure aniline (Fl) 40 7 45
Pure hydrogen (F2) -12 7 160
DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF PKKSSURE DRIVEN PROCESSES 313
Data for the Arrhemus law:
Pre-exponentiaJ factor = 5 x lO8 m3/kmol s
Activation energ>' = 20.000 Btu/lbmol
ICJ basis = Molanty
Use the SYSOP0 base property method in the simulation. The reaction is first-order in aniline and hydrogen, and the reaction rate constant is defined withrespect to aniline.
(a) Simulate the flowsheet to compute the product compositions,
ibi configure the control schemes for maintaining the liquid level, pressure andtemperature in the CSTR. and
(c) investigate the closed-loop process response under any disturbance input
6.4 Repeat the above problem with adding a time lag of 0.2 min in temperature
measurement and carry out the closed-loop process simulation to report thedisturbance rejection performance of the developed scheme
6.5 In addition to the level, pressure and temperature controllers, include the flowcontrollers with the flowsheet, shown in Problem 6.3. and inspect the closed-loopprocess response.
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Index
ABSBR2. 164
AbNorplittn cnliunn, UMAnounlinK mformnhon. I I. 'M. 58Acetone, 93
Activation energy, (>r>Adsorption, 100Aniline, M
ArrhrniUH Inw, Bf*. 70ASPEN. :J
Aopen batchCAD, 1Aapen chroniHloKmphv. IAapen Dynamica, 1Ahpimi Dynaniica ,
22!)
Aapen HYSYS. 1Aapen Plus, IAapen polymers pliiH.
1
Anpcn prnpcrl ich I
Hhmc method,
)HBati hKrac
,I0H
Binary diatillation column,
'Mth
Binary mixture,\2
BK10 tr>iBlock
,7
Block inftirmation,
33'''"'-Me point
,28
('hmmnil phtnt, 180Compoaonl ))>, I Ml('
omponpnt tijuiii<, I it.
('onfiguro dialog bospli'io
Control pnncl, 20Control vnlvi'M. 22!)
(iontrol modali icon, 2(18('outI'ol Mi mil icon, 2(18
(!yclohoxylamina, (ir»
I cnniei', 7, 51
1 )(«(>( lianisuir column, n>7
DcHi n ipac, I7(iDi'w point, 35Direcl acting control, 243Diaplay plot, I7i>Diatillation, l()7Diatillation train, 180, 100Diatl, 107
I )nvirin tor i r, 100I )i mn modela, 7
Dryer, r>2D8TWII. 107. 108
I dynamic mode, 253i kynumicN library, 2(i7Dvnn I'M IS. r>
' t'tnlvtir dialillation,
28fiTOIJIOK
.152
flbemCad, .1
Mi hyll'onMtne, 56rixpOlll'lltN, 2il7
316 INDKX
Flash 2, 3, 7
Flow-driven, 229
Flow-driven simulation, 229
Formula, 116
Fraction basis, 195
FSpht, 204
Geometrv data, 237
HETP, 287
Hvdraulics sheet, 299
HYSYSTM, 3
Peng-Robinson,
60PetroFrac
,108
PetroFrac model,
1 48Plot wizard
,48. 90, 147
POLYSRK,
204Power law
,54, 87
Pre-exponential factor,65
Pressure-driven simulations,
229, 285PRO/1ITM
,3
Process flowsheet window,
9
Process variable,
249
Property method,18, 32. 39
Pulse input,253
Pumparound circuits,
149
Initialization mode, 253
Initialize values button, 273
Input summary, 23, 64
Ketene, 93
Kinetic, 74
Kinetic factor, 100
Kinetic reaction type, 300Kinetic sheets, 238
LHHW, 54, 93LMTD, 256
MTBE column, 286
Material STREAMS, 7
Measurement lags, 309, 310MELLAPAK, 287
Methane, 93
Model library, 5Molarity, 76Multi-input/multi-output, 243MultiFrac, 107
RadFrac, 107
RadFrac model, 127
Ranges tab, 247RateFrac, 108
RBatch, 54
RCSTR, 54
RCSTR model, 230
Reconnect destination, 192
Reconnect source, 193
REFINERY, 154
Regulatory performance, 254, 275Rename block, 11, 193Rename stream, 193
Report file, 23, 122Report options, 15Requil, 54Results plot dialog box, 251Reverse acting control, 243RGibbs, 54
RK-Soave, 28. 32
RPlug. 54, 78RStoic, 54, 55Run status, 62
RYield, 54
NRTL, 52
Object manager, 179Operator set point, 247Optimization, 178
Pause at time, 251
PENG-ROB, 140
SCFrac, 108
Sensitivity analysis,172
Sep 1, 2, 7Separators, 42Servo performance,
275
Setup, 15Side strippers,
149
Single-inputysingle-output, 243Solver settings, 13SRK, 52
INDEX 317
Stepwise, 7Stoichiometric coefficients, 237Stream information. 18. 33Stream table, 22
Styrene, 55SULZER, 287SYSOPO*. 18
UNIFAC. 287
User Models, 7
Vapour fraction,210
Variable number.
180
Vinyl chloride monomer, 189, 203
Temperature approach, 262Template. 5
Wilson model, 43
Winn-Underwood-Gilliland method,
107
PROCESS SIMULATIONAND CONTROL USING
ASPEN AMIYA K. JANA
As Ihe complexilv of a plant integrated with several process units increases, solving Ihe model structure with a large equationset becomes a challenging task. To overcome this situation, various process flowsheet simulators are used. This book describesthe simulation, optimisation, dynamics and closed-loop control of a wide variety of chemical processes using the most popularcommercial flowsheet simulator Aspen'"
.
The book presents the Aspen simulation of a large variety of chemical units, including flash drum, continuous stirred tank reactor(CSTR), plug flow reactor (PFR), petroleum refining column, heat exchanger, absorption lower, reactive dislittation, disiillationtrain, and monomer production unit. It also discusses the dynamics and control of flow-driven as well as pressure-driven chemicalprocesses using Ihe Aspen Dynamics package.
KEY FEATURES
Acquaints Ihe students with the simulation of large chemical plants with several single process units.* Includes a large number of worked out examples ittustrated in step fay-step format for easy understanding of the concepts.
Provides chaptered problems lor extensive practice.
This book is suitable for the undergraduate and postgraduate students of chemical engineering. It will also be helpful to researchscientists and practising engineers.
THE AUTHOR
Amiya K. Jana received his B.E. degree in chemical engineering in 1998 from Jadavpur University, M.Tech. in chemical engineeringin 2000 from IIT Kharagpur, and Ph.D. in chemical engineering in 2004 from IIT Kharagpur.
Presently. Or. Jana is Assistant Professor at IIT Kharagpur. His areas of research include control system, process intensification,and modelling and simulation. He is also the author of ChemiesJ Process Mode/ting and Computer Simukuon published byPHI learning.
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