Microwave processing applications in chemical engineering: cost analysis
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Article Title | Microwave processing applications in chemical engineering: cost analysis |
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ERA Journal ID | 17620 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | |
Author | Hasna, A. M. |
Journal Title | Journal of Applied Sciences |
Journal Citation | 11 (21), pp. 3613-3618 |
Number of Pages | 6 |
Year | 2011 |
Place of Publication | Faisalabad, Pakistan |
ISSN | 1607-8926 |
1812-5654 | |
1812-5662 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.3923/jas.2011.3613.3618 |
Web Address (URL) | http://www.scialert.net/qredirect.php?doi=jas.2011.3613.3618&linkid=pdf |
Abstract | Rising fossil fuel energy costs and climate change have generated increased interest in alternative drying methods. Microwave processing applications chemical engineering industry is one possible substitute. The advantages of using microwave processing applications in chemical engineering can range from improved quality, reduced wastage; unique characteristics induced by 'volumetric' heating and increased production. However, irrespective of benefits that would accrue if the solution is put into effect, the final hurdle for industry adoption can only be made with the achievement of a financial return on investment. This study analyses the costs and benefits for implementing microwave systems and presents results for economic parameters used in cost calculations. The calculations method is outlined using a corrugated board case study. Furthermore in the age of green awakening microwave processing is argued to help improve process efficiency by using green electric supply hence reducing CO2 emissions. |
Keywords | chemical processing; drying; heating; microwave irradiation; process design |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 300604. Food packaging, preservation and processing |
401408. Manufacturing processes and technologies (excl. textiles) | |
310602. Bioprocessing, bioproduction and bioproducts | |
Public Notes | Open access journal. |
Byline Affiliations | Department of Agricultural, Civil and Environmental Engineering |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q13wq/microwave-processing-applications-in-chemical-engineering-cost-analysis
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