3D CPFD simulations of gas-solids flow in a CFB downer with cluster-based drag model
Researchers use Barracuda Virtual Reactor to predict particle flow behaviors under different operating conditions
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CO2 Capture Using Chemical Looping Combustion from a Biomass-Derived Syngas Feedstock: Simulation of a Riser–Downer Scaled-up Unit
This simulation study the University of Western Ontario demonstrates the scalability of chemical looping combustion (CLC) to achieve efficient capture of biomass-derived CO2.
Improved Distribution of Spent Catalyst
Application of a newly designed spent catalyst distributor improves spent catalyst distribution, coke combustion and bed temperatures in the FCC in this article by Raj Singh, Paul Marchant and Steve Shimoda of TechnipFMC Process Technology.
Improving Circulating Fluidized Bed Dehydrogenation Technology through Optimization of Fluidization
This publication by SABIC provides insights into improving fluidization behavior by way of a systematic approach to determine the underlying root causes of issues in a commercial dehydrogenation reactor.
Avoid Nasty Surprises
Surprises are not always a good thing, especially during plant turnarounds. This article, from the September 2019 issue of Hydrocarbon Engineering, discusses how simulations can be a critical turnaround risk reduction tool.
Simulation of air-biomass gasification in a bubbling fluidized bed using CPFD model
Experiment on the air gasification of biomass in a bubbling fluidized bed reactor was performed in a pilot-scale reactor located at the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN).
CPFD Simulation and Optimization of a 50 kWth Dual Circulating Fluidized Bed Reactor for Chemical Looping Combustion of Coal
In this paper, researchers used Barracuda Virtual Reactor to optimize the coal feed locations for a dual circulating fluidized bed reactor for chemical looping combustion.
CPFD Simulation of Petcoke and SRF Co–Firing In a Full–Scale Cement Calciner
Nakhaei, Wu, Grévain, Jensen, Glarborg, and Dam–Johansen present CPFD simulations for petcoke and solid recovered fuel (SRF) co–firing in a full–scale cement calciner.
Digitally Transforming Refineries
The article, featured in the April 2019 issue of Hydrocarbon Engineering, examines the role of simulation in the digital transformation of modern refineries.
Tools and Techniques for Diagnosing and Solving Operating Problems in Fluidized Bed Systems
Two-phase, gas-solid processes are extremely difficult to operate. During the past two decades, various tools and techniques have been developed to assist in minimizing startup and operating problems in plants that react and/or transport solids.