Mass Transfer Processes: Modeling, Computations, and Design

Chapter 3. Examples of Macroscopic Models

Learning Objectives

After completing this chapter, you will be able to:

• Apply the conservation law to a larger control volume (macro-models).

• Interpret the resulting mathematical formulation of the conservation law as average values of local properties.

• Identify additional closures or assumptions needed to complete the model.

• Simulate batch reactors and batch reactors with simultaneous product removal using MATLAB tools.

• Understand what is meant by a backmixed system and how it is used to model continuous flow-stirred tank reactors.

• Model some transport problems in which the transport coefficient concept is used to close the conservation laws.

• Apply the macroscopic model to a simple separation process ...