Mass Transfer Processes: Modeling, Computations, and Design

This book provides a comprehensive guide to mass transfer phenomena,from theory to examples and computation,covering various engineering fields and applications. It offers a balanced approach,covering both analytical and numerical solutions and linking theory to realistic examples.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 1072 pages
Publication date: 22 October 2018
Publisher: Pearson Education (US)

Mass transfer processes are fundamental phenomena that occur in a wide range of engineering fields and biological systems. They play a crucial role in various chemical engineering applications, including biomedical engineering, environmental engineering, material engineering, and more. Understanding these processes is essential for students and practitioners alike, as they can impact the design and efficiency of reactors, separation systems, and other industrial processes.

P. A. Ramachandran's book, "Mass Transfer Processes," is a comprehensive guide that combines a modern introduction to modeling and computing mass transfer processes with practical demonstrations of their application in designing reactors and separation systems. The author takes an integrated approach, balancing theoretical knowledge with practical insights. He covers both analytical and numerical solutions to mass transfer problems, using widely used software packages such as MATLAB and CHEBFUN to demonstrate numerical problem-solving.

Throughout the book, Ramachandran links theory to realistic examples, both traditional and contemporary. He provides in-depth coverage of differential, macroscopic, and mesoscopic modeling, as well as physical chemistry aspects of diffusion phenomena. Film models are used to calculate local mass transfer rates and diffusional interaction in gas-solid and gas-liquid reaction systems. Mass transfer models are applied in rate-based separation processes and systems with simultaneous heat and mass transfer. Convective mass transfer, including empirical correlation, internal and external laminar flows, and turbulent flows, is also discussed.

Heterogeneous systems, such as laminar flow reactors, diffusion-reaction models, reactive membranes, and electrochemical reactors, are explored. Computations of mass transfer effects in multicomponent systems are covered, as well as solid-gas noncatalytic reactions for chemical, metallurgic, and other applications.

In conclusion, "Mass Transfer Processes" is an essential resource for chemical engineering students and practitioners seeking to gain a deep understanding of mass transfer phenomena. The book's comprehensive coverage, practical examples, and user-friendly approach make it an invaluable tool for anyone working in this field.

Weight: 1648g
Dimension: 252 x 207 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780134675626