New model accurately predicts reformate composition
- Inst. Mexicano del Petroleo, Mexico City (Mexico)
Although naphtha reforming is a well-known process, the evolution of catalyst formulation, as well as new trends in gasoline specifications, have led to rapid evolution of the process, including: reactor design, regeneration mode, and operating conditions. Mathematical modeling of the reforming process is an increasingly important tool. It is fundamental to the proper design of new reactors and revamp of existing ones. Modeling can be used to optimize operating conditions, analyze the effects of process variables, and enhance unit performance. Instituto Mexicano del Petroleo has developed a model of the catalytic reforming process that accurately predicts reformate composition at the higher-severity conditions at which new reformers are being designed. The new AA model is more accurate than previous proposals because it takes into account the effects of temperature and pressure on the rate constants of each chemical reaction.
- OSTI ID:
- 5464945
- Journal Information:
- Oil and Gas Journal; (United States), Vol. 92:5; ISSN 0030-1388
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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Related Subjects
NAPHTHA
CATALYTIC REFORMING
PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
ALKANES
AROMATICS
FORECASTING
HYDROAROMATICS
PERFORMANCE TESTING
PETROLEUM REFINERIES
PILOT PLANTS
VALIDATION
CHEMICAL REACTIONS
DISTILLATES
FUNCTIONAL MODELS
HYDROCARBONS
INDUSTRIAL PLANTS
ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
REFORMER PROCESSES
TESTING
020400* - Petroleum- Processing
023000 - Petroleum- Properties & Composition