Fundamentals Of Fixed Bed Adsorption Processes: Analysis Of Adsorption Breakthrough And Desorption Elution Curves

Fixed bed adsorption processes are ubiquitous throughout the chemical process and other industries. This laboratory is an extension of a lab proposed by Cruz et. al. (2000), which is designed to allow students to explore essential operating features of a fixed bed adsorber through hands-on, data-gathering experiments. Students expand knowledge from the Unit Operations classroom, as well as develop their experimental, analytical, and communication skills. From the students' perspective, the laboratory will integrate experimental procedures and data with fundamental modeling, while providing insight into adsorption processes. An open-ended design challenge is also incorporated. Topics for student assessment are also presented.