Chemical technology

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This textbook offers a comprehensive treatment of industrial-relevant problems for chemistry and chemical engineering students. It integrates four key disciplines of chemical technology: chemistry, thermal and mechanical unit operations, chemical reaction engineering, and general chemical technology, structured into two main parts. The first part addresses fundamentals, analysis, and design of industrial processes, while the second presents 20 distinct processes that exemplify the applied nature of chemical technology. Each process is chosen to highlight differences in reactor type and design, chemistry, or separation methods. This approach enables readers to reinforce and apply chemical and engineering principles in industrial contexts. The textbook includes instructive figures, practical rules of thumb for estimating parameters, data on chemical media, and examples from real industrial processes to enhance learning. Additionally, a brief overview of modern trends, such as multifunctional and micro reactors and new solvents for homogeneous catalysis like ionic liquids, emphasizes that the field is dynamic and evolving, presenting ongoing challenges for exploration and resolution.