Aspen Plus V11 : Model Your Solids Handling Processes

Modeling of Solids Processes using Aspen Plus : Fluidized Bed Reactor Dryer Crystallizer Particle Size Distribution …

What you'll learn
Identify and explain the various classes of solids and solids separator models available in Aspen Plus
Learn how Particle Size Distributions (PSDs) are represented in Aspen Plus
Lear how to enter your PSD parameters in the Aspen Plus environment
Gain the practical skills and knowledge to begin modeling new and existing solids processes (crushers, fluidized beds, dryers, crystallizers…)
Enter reaction stoichiometry and kinetic data for a Fluidized Bed Reactor
Use the Model Analysis Tools to run sensitivity analysis and optimize the operating conditions of your process
Learn practical techniques for building and troubleshooting solids models
Requirements
A background in chemical engineering or industrial chemistry
Aspen Plus (Version 7 at least) - Version 11 is used in this training
Description
Welcome to this online course on chemical engineering simulation using Aspen Plus.Aspen Plus is a powerful engineering simulation software that you can use to model a wide range of chemical processes.It is widely used in engineering universities and in the industry, in research, development, modeling and design.Aspen Plus serves as the engineering platform for modeling processes from Upstream through Gas Processing to Petroleum Refining, Petrochemicals, Chemicals and Pharmaceutical processes.This online course is designed around a series of solids process examples which we work through to a model solution. It is an essential guide to understanding the principles, features and functions of Aspen Plus when modeling solids handling processes.This understanding is a prerequisite for a successful design, simulation, rating & optimization of your plant and solids handling equipment.The knowledge gained in this course will set you apart from your peers, whether you are a graduate student, a practicing chemical engineer, or a manager, and will give you an edge over your competitors when seeking employment at industrial facilities.So with no further ado, check out the free preview videos and the curriculum of the course and we look forward to seeing you in the first section.Hope to see you thereWR TrainingSpread the wings of your knowledge–––––––––––––––IMPORTANT NOTES :Aspen Plus is a complex process simulator and, in our opinion, the best way to learn is with hands-on experience, by attempting each example provided in this online course, and when difficulties are encountered, by referring to the problem setup and solution that you can find in the downloadable resource section.The downloadable resources contain the input and solutions to all of the examples and workshops covered in this online course. There is a root folder for each section, within which, there are subfolders named Examples. Each example is provided in .bkp Aspen Plus format and .txt format. The .bkp files are set up as input files to view details and may be executed. The .txt files are solutions and may be viewed with Notepad. We recommend that while reading the text, Aspen Plus be used simultaneously to execute and review each example.Lastly, we have made an effort to provide the describing equations of most of the models referred to in this online course and if not possible, because of the proprietary nature of the software, we have described the functionality. Please keep in mind that Aspen Plus is a proprietary software and the source code and implementation details are not available. Additionally, there are frequently several ways to solve the equations that describe the blocks, and there is no way to ascertain these details since Aspen Technology does not provide them.–––––––––––––––SOFTWARE & HARDWARE :The Aspen Plus software, like most other software, is being developed on a continuous basis and new versions are released frequently. This online course covers Aspen Plus version 11, which is the most recent version at the moment we recorded this video. Please keep in mind that this online course covers the fundamental features of Aspen Plus which do not change from version to version. The course covers the use of Aspen Plus on computers that use the Windows operating system. We assume that Aspen Plus is installed on your computer and that you have basic knowledge of operating the computer. If you are new to Aspen Plus and have little or no experience in chemical engineering simulation, then you have come to the right place.

Overview

Section 1: ABOUT THIS ASPEN PLUS MODULE

Lecture 1 Introducing this Aspen Plus module

Lecture 2 Software and hardware

Section 2: ABOUT ASPEN PLUS

Lecture 3 What is Aspen Plus ?

Lecture 4 Why is Aspen Plus so important ?

Lecture 5 Who uses Aspen Plus ?

Lecture 6 How can we translate a chemical process into an Aspen Plus simulation model ?

Section 3: SOLIDS HANDLING PROCESSES

Lecture 7 Introduction

Lecture 8 Solids unit operations models

Lecture 9 Solids separators models

Lecture 10 Process description - Example #1

Lecture 11 "Solids" template and defining a solid material

Lecture 12 Solids classification

Lecture 13 Defining a solid material using different conventions

Lecture 14 Adding the crusher unit

Lecture 15 About stream classes

Lecture 16 About substream classes

Lecture 17 About Particle Size Distribution (PSD) in Aspen Plus

Lecture 18 Defining the Particle Size Distribution (PSD)

Lecture 19 Calculating the outlet PSD using the "Select equipment" method (1/2)

Lecture 20 About solids results in Aspen Plus

Lecture 21 Calculating the outlet PSD using the "Select equipment" method (2/2)

Lecture 22 Calculating the outlet PSD using the "Communition power" method

Lecture 23 Calculating the outlet PSD using the "Specify outlet PSD" method

Lecture 24 Results summary for each PSD calculation method

Lecture 25 Fluidized bed : Introduction

Lecture 26 Fluidized bed representation in Aspen Plus

Lecture 27 Fluidized bed modeling in Aspen Plus

Lecture 28 Fluidized bed reactor : Process description - Example #2

Lecture 29 Fluidized bed reactor : Entering components and selecting the property method

Lecture 30 Fluidized bed reactor : Setting the process flowsheet

Lecture 31 Fluidized bed reactor : Entering input data for the streams and compressor unit

Lecture 32 Fluidized bed reactor : Entering input data for the fluidized bed reactor

Lecture 33 Fluidized bed reactor : Viewing and discussing the results

Lecture 34 Dryer operation : Process description - Example #3

Lecture 35 Dryer operation : Setting the flowsheet

Lecture 36 Dryer operation : Analyzing the results

Lecture 37 Crystallizer operation : Process description - Example #4

Lecture 38 Crystallizer operation : Setting the flowsheet

Section 4: WHAT IS NEXT ?

Lecture 39 Taking your Aspen Plus skills to the next level ?

Lecture 40 Flash Separation & Distillation Module : Introduction

Lecture 41 Liquid-Liquid Extraction Module : Introduction

Lecture 42 Chemical Reactor Module : Introduction

Lecture 43 Piping System Module : Introduction

Lecture 44 Economic Optimization Module : Introduction

Lecture 45 Heat Exchanger Module : Introduction

Lecture 46 Aspen Plus Safety Environment : Process description

Lecture 47 BONUS : COUPON CODES

Engineers who will be using Aspen Plus in their daily work,Process engineers doing process design and optimization projects and studies,Plant engineers checking plant performance under different operating conditions,Process Engineers and Particle Scientists who will be modeling solids processes,Engineers and Managers involved in developing and designing solids handling processes,Aspen Plus users who need exposure to steady-state simulation as preparation for using Aspen Plus Dynamics®