A systems platform for the optimal synthesis of biomass based manufacturing systems

Kokossis, AC; Yang, A; Tsakalova, M; Lin, T-C

dc.contributor.author	Kokossis, AC	en
dc.contributor.author	Yang, A	en
dc.contributor.author	Tsakalova, M	en
dc.contributor.author	Lin, T-C	en
dc.date.accessioned	2014-03-01T01:59:36Z
dc.date.available	2014-03-01T01:59:36Z
dc.date.issued	2010	en
dc.identifier.issn	15707946	en
dc.identifier.uri	https://dspace.lib.ntua.gr/xmlui/handle/123456789/29000
dc.subject	Biomass processing	en
dc.subject	Modelling	en
dc.subject	Optimization	en
dc.subject	Synthesis	en
dc.title	A systems platform for the optimal synthesis of biomass based manufacturing systems	en
heal.type	journalArticle	en
heal.identifier.primary	10.1016/S1570-7946(10)28185-3	en
heal.identifier.secondary	http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S1570-7946(10)28185-3	en
heal.publicationDate	2010	en
heal.abstract	The gradual depletion of oil, uncertainties in energy supplies and a commanding requirement to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions have intensified worldwide interest in renewable forms of energy. By far, biomass is the most abundant, the fastest growing and the only carbon-based source of renewable energy. Its efficient use is the task of a chemical engineer and could lead to the development of new manufacturing systems or the retrofitting of existing ones. To rationalize its use, a large number of options are important to screen in relation to the type of feedstocks available, the appropriate production routes, and the product portfolios. The paper discusses a process synthesis method to address the systematic integration of flowsheets supporting decisions for investment and the selection of processing paths. The implementation takes the form of a systems platform with modelling and optimization capabilities at different levels. This methodology is part of a UK national programme devoted to valorise biorefinery capabilities in the North of England. © 2010 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.	en
heal.journalName	Computer Aided Chemical Engineering	en
dc.identifier.doi	10.1016/S1570-7946(10)28185-3	en
dc.identifier.volume	28	en
dc.identifier.issue	C	en
dc.identifier.spage	1105	en
dc.identifier.epage	1110	en