Abstract
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a versatile polymer extensively used in a wide range of products including water bottles, packaging materials, baby wipes, clothing, mattresses, and bedding. It also serves as a crucial raw material for producing synthetic films, fibers, and plastic items. This study focuses on simulating a packed bed reactor designed for the synthesis of PET. The reactor in question is a one-dimensional heterogeneous tubular system equipped with solid catalysts. The study assumes negligible radial dispersion and operates under non-isothermal conditions with integrated coolers, ensuring that the process remains adiabatic and at a steady state. To develop the reactor model, the research considered these operational conditions and formulated a set of ordinary differential equations. These equations were validated against existing literature and solved using Matlab's ODE45 solver. The models created were employed to analyze the impact of various process variables along the length of the fixed bed reactor at steady state. Key aspects investigated include fractional conversion and temperature profiles at both the inlet and outlet of the reactor. The findings from this simulation provide valuable insights into the behavior of the PET synthesis process within the packed bed reactor, aiding in the optimization of operational parameters for improved efficiency and product quality.
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IRE Journals:
Uku Eruni Philip
"Simulating Polymerization Reactors for Polyethylene Terephthalate Production" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 2 2024 Page 890-892
IEEE:
Uku Eruni Philip
"Simulating Polymerization Reactors for Polyethylene Terephthalate Production" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(2)
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