Thermodynamically Efficient Distillation: Ethylene Recovery

Abstract

The problem of recovering ethylene and byproducts from the steam pyrolysis of light hydrocarbons is discussed. Opportunities for improved efficiency using distributed distillation, recycle coupling, heat pumping, and mixed refrigeration are presented. Emphasis is placed upon energy efficiency with potential savings in capital costs as applied to refrigerated processes.

Department(s)

Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

Keywords and Phrases

Distillation; Ethylene; Olefins; Separations; Thermodynamics

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0327-0793

Document Type

Article - Journal

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2024 The Authors, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Dec 1998

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