Naslov
Simulation, calculation and possibilities of energy saving in spray drying process

Autori
Velić, Darko ; Bilić, Mate ; Tomas, Srećko ; Planinić, Mirela

Izvornik
Applied Thermal Engineering (1359-4311) 23 (2003); 2119-2131

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, kratko priopćenje, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
spray drying; recycling; recirculation; optimisation; fuel saving; ecological

Sažetak
In this work some possibilities to improve the conventional spray drying process using programming in Excel as a calculation tool have been presented. Program gives a simple description of drying process using thermodynamic calculations of heat and mass balance. Using the program it is possible to reduce costs and to improve capacity per unit of drying equipment. The minimization of energy consumption during the drying operation can be achieved by recycling exhaust air. The maximum theoretical range of recirculation is 60%. The fuel oil saving rate depends linearly on rate of recirculation, and the theoretical maximum of fuel oil saving rate is approximately 14%. Ecological issues were considered as well, since decreased fuel consumption lowers harmful gas emission to the environment. All necessary data are represented in the process flow sheet, which is used for better understanding of drying process optimisation.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Prehrambena tehnologija

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