An algorithm for phase determination in multiphase equilibrium

Alberto Posada, Andrés F. Merchán, Jorge A. Velásquez

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    Abstract

    Efficient and robust methods for phase determination in multiphase-multicomponent equilibrium are key tools for chemical processes simulation. The most widely used methods for equilibrium calculations are generally based on Gibbs free energy minimization or on simultaneous solving of the material balance and equilibrium equations. Both techniques exhibit numerical challenges due to the involvement of highly nonlinear functions/equations and their efficiencies depend on initialization procedures since the number and type of phases present are not known a priori.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationAIChE100 - 2008 AIChE Annual Meeting, Conference Proceedings
    StatePublished - 2008
    Event2008 AIChE Annual Meeting, AIChE 100 - Philadelphia, PA, United States
    Duration: 16 Nov 200821 Nov 2008

    Publication series

    NameAIChE Annual Meeting, Conference Proceedings

    Conference

    Conference2008 AIChE Annual Meeting, AIChE 100
    Country/TerritoryUnited States
    CityPhiladelphia, PA
    Period16/11/0821/11/08

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