Methane and its Derivatives

Methane and its Derivatives
Author: Sunggyu Lee
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2017-10-05
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1351431986

"Covers the chemistry, process chemistry, technology, engineering, and economics of methane conversion, including its environmental impact and commercial exploitation. Begins with methane's availability and increasing importance as an environmentally acceptable natural resource alternative and feedstock."

Handbook of Fluidization and Fluid-Particle Systems

Handbook of Fluidization and Fluid-Particle Systems
Author: Wen-Ching Yang
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 873
Release: 2003-03-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0824748360

This reference details particle characterization, dynamics, manufacturing, handling, and processing for the employment of multiphase reactors, as well as procedures in reactor scale-up and design for applications in the chemical, mineral, petroleum, power, cement and pharmaceuticals industries. The authors discuss flow through fixed beds, elutriation and entrainment, gas distributor and plenum design in fluidized beds, effect of internal tubes and baffles, general approaches to reactor design, applications for gasifiers and combustors, dilute phase pneumatic conveying, and applications for chemical production and processing. This is a valuable guide for chemists and engineers to use in their day-to-day work.

The Chemistry and Technology of Petroleum

The Chemistry and Technology of Petroleum
Author: James G. Speight
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 928
Release: 1999-01-21
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0824742117

The Chemistry and Technology of Petroleum, Third Edition fully covers the subject, from the underground formation of petroleum to recovery of refined products. The third edition contains additional chapters on the structure of petroleum, refining heavy feedstocks, instability and incompatibility in petroleum products, environmental aspects of refin

Reaction Kinetics and Reactor Design

Reaction Kinetics and Reactor Design
Author: John B. Butt
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 750
Release: 2000-01-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1482293234

This text combines a description of the origin and use of fundamental chemical kinetics through an assessment of realistic reactor problems with an expanded discussion of kinetics and its relation to chemical thermodynamics. It provides exercises, open-ended situations drawing on creative thinking, and worked-out examples. A solutions manual is als

Regulatory Chemicals Handbook

Regulatory Chemicals Handbook
Author: Jennifer M. Spero
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1074
Release: 2000-03-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780824703905

This volume provides data - from physical and chemical properties to storage and exposure guidelines - on over 185 hazardous air pollutants (HAPs), more than 125 priority water pollutants (PWPs), and some 450 chemicals listed by the Occupational, Safety, and Health Administration (OSHA). Arranged alphabetically and by CAS number, the handbook serves as a reference guide to more than 750 chemical pollutants.

Alcoholic Fuels

Alcoholic Fuels
Author: Shelley Minteer
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1000611469

Scientists and engineers have made significant advances over the last two decades to achieve feasible, cost-efficient processes for the large-scale production of alternative, environmentally friendly sources of energy. Alcoholic Fuels describes the latest methods for producing fuels containing varying percentages of alcohol alongside the var

Synthetic Lubricants And High- Performance Functional Fluids, Revised And Expanded

Synthetic Lubricants And High- Performance Functional Fluids, Revised And Expanded
Author: Leslie R. Rudnick
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 912
Release: 1999-03-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780203909898

Offers state-of-the-art information on all the major synthetic fluids, describing established products as well as highly promising experimental fluids with commercial potential. This second edition contains chapters on polyinternalolefins, polymer esters, refrigeration lubes, polyphenyl ethers, highly refined mineral oils, automotive gear oils and industrial gear oils. The book also assesses automotive, industrial, aerospace, environmental, and commercial trends in Europe, Asia, South America, and the US.

Synthetics, Mineral Oils, and Bio-Based Lubricants

Synthetics, Mineral Oils, and Bio-Based Lubricants
Author: Leslie R. Rudnick
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 947
Release: 2005-12-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1420027182

As the field of tribology has evolved, the lubrication industry is also progressing at an extraordinary rate. Updating the author's bestselling publication, Synthetic Lubricants and High-Performance Functional Fluids, this book features the contributions of over 60 specialists, ten new chapters, and a new title to reflect the evolving nature of the

Catalytic Naphtha Reforming, Revised and Expanded

Catalytic Naphtha Reforming, Revised and Expanded
Author: George J. Antos
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 571
Release: 2004-02-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0824757122

Catalytic Naphtha Reforming, Second Edition presents modern, crystal-clear explanations of every aspect of this critical process for generating high-octane reformate products for gasoline blending and production of benzene, toluene, and xylene (BTX) aromatics. The book details the chemistry of naphtha reforming, the preparation and characterization of catalysts, and the very latest commercial technologies and industrial applications. With more than 300 tables and figures, it addresses the development of new catalysts and revamp process improvements propelled by regulations on sulfur, benzene, and oxygenate content in gasoline and refinery pressure to maximize utilization of existing assets.