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Energy efficiency analysis of side chain oxidation of aromatics hydrocarbons (Id 146)

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The chemical industry uses 5% of all the energy consumed in Germany. Small changes in selected processes can thus lead to important energy savings and reduce the overall environmental footprint of the country.
The oxidation of the side chain of aromatic hydrocarbon is an important stage in the production of commodities like PET, phenol, or styrene, among many other chemicals.
The purpose of the thesis is to evaluate the energy used in the production of chemicals where side chain oxidation is a necessary stage. In addition, energy losses and potential energy savings need to be identified.
Tasks:

  • Assess the energy use of the production of PET, phenol, and styrene.
  • Evaluate the energy importance of side chain oxidation within these processes,
  • Propose energy-saving measures
  • Assess additional processes with side chain oxidation

Department: Experimental Thermal Fluid Dynamics

Requirements

  • Student of Chemical, Process Engineering, or similar.
  • High level of English.

Conditions

  • 4-6 Months
  • Starting as soon as possible