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Modelling the semi-batch vinyl acetate emulsion polymerization in a real-life industrial reactor

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  • F. Aller
  • D. Kukanja
  • V. Jovan
  • M. Georgiadis

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A detailed dynamic model of the polymerization reaction of vinyl acetate in a real-life industrial reactor is presented. With the recipe and the operating procedures observed in the factory as inputs, the model predicts with reasonable accuracy the final conversion, the average particle diameter, the solid content and the viscosity. The manual and semi-manual operations, and the decision process followed by the operator, are also modelled in order to replicate closely the process carried out in the factory. The model provides further insight into the reaction kinetics and allows us to make knowledge-based decisions. The model is intended to be used for the optimization of the policy of adding monomer in order to reduce the batch time.

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  • F. Aller & D. Kukanja & V. Jovan & M. Georgiadis, 2008. "Modelling the semi-batch vinyl acetate emulsion polymerization in a real-life industrial reactor," Mathematical and Computer Modelling of Dynamical Systems, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 15(2), pages 139-161, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:nmcmxx:v:15:y:2008:i:2:p:139-161
    DOI: 10.1080/13873950802666357
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