Recent Trends in Azeotropic Mixture Separation: A Comprehensive Review

In the chemical and process industries, different techniques are implemented to enable the separation of azeotropic mixtures. These separation methods are broadly classified as azeotropic distillation procedures, which employ the use of entrainers, and membrane-based processes, which mainly use semi...

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Main Authors: Christel Cortel, Kristine Oira Flordeliza, Shayne Ruzzel A. Galvez, Maria Angeline Magalong, Trisha Mae G. Mendoza, Rubi Vicente C. Rubi
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author Christel Cortel
Kristine Oira Flordeliza
Shayne Ruzzel A. Galvez
Maria Angeline Magalong
Trisha Mae G. Mendoza
Rubi Vicente C. Rubi
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description In the chemical and process industries, different techniques are implemented to enable the separation of azeotropic mixtures. These separation methods are broadly classified as azeotropic distillation procedures, which employ the use of entrainers, and membrane-based processes, which mainly use semi-permeable membrane materials. This paper seeks to examine the current trends employed in the separation procedures for azeotropic mixtures in industry, particularly the techniques and methods applied in the actual processes. Additionally, this paper also outlines the common issues encountered in the current setups for the separation of azeotropic mixtures. Several studies show that in comparison to conventional separation techniques, the application of alternative distillation methods and advanced membrane-based techniques for the separation of azeotropic mixtures results in better separation efficiency and reduced energy consumption while also maintaining the cost-effectiveness of the overall process. In addition to this, advancements in the available techniques for separation would also improve the viability and ensure the long-term sustainability of the proposed developments, addressing the current gaps in knowledge while ensuring that existing challenges in the procedures, like membrane fouling and limited scalability, are properly addressed. Furthermore, this paper also highlights the research outlook of the processes involved in the separation of azeotropic mixtures.
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spelling doaj-art-03fcc68ca8334ea4a5a7c6c10b1ecb692025-08-20T02:24:22ZengMDPI AGEngineering Proceedings2673-45912024-09-016715610.3390/engproc2024067056Recent Trends in Azeotropic Mixture Separation: A Comprehensive ReviewChristel Cortel0Kristine Oira Flordeliza1Shayne Ruzzel A. Galvez2Maria Angeline Magalong3Trisha Mae G. Mendoza4Rubi Vicente C. Rubi5Chemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, General Luna, Corner Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila 1002, PhilippinesChemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, General Luna, Corner Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila 1002, PhilippinesChemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, General Luna, Corner Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila 1002, PhilippinesChemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, General Luna, Corner Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila 1002, PhilippinesChemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, General Luna, Corner Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila 1002, PhilippinesChemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Adamson University, 900 San Marcelino St. Ermita, Manila 1401, PhilippinesIn the chemical and process industries, different techniques are implemented to enable the separation of azeotropic mixtures. These separation methods are broadly classified as azeotropic distillation procedures, which employ the use of entrainers, and membrane-based processes, which mainly use semi-permeable membrane materials. This paper seeks to examine the current trends employed in the separation procedures for azeotropic mixtures in industry, particularly the techniques and methods applied in the actual processes. Additionally, this paper also outlines the common issues encountered in the current setups for the separation of azeotropic mixtures. Several studies show that in comparison to conventional separation techniques, the application of alternative distillation methods and advanced membrane-based techniques for the separation of azeotropic mixtures results in better separation efficiency and reduced energy consumption while also maintaining the cost-effectiveness of the overall process. In addition to this, advancements in the available techniques for separation would also improve the viability and ensure the long-term sustainability of the proposed developments, addressing the current gaps in knowledge while ensuring that existing challenges in the procedures, like membrane fouling and limited scalability, are properly addressed. Furthermore, this paper also highlights the research outlook of the processes involved in the separation of azeotropic mixtures.https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4591/67/1/56azeotropic mixture separationazeotropic distillationmembrane-based separation
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azeotropic mixture separation
azeotropic distillation
membrane-based separation
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azeotropic distillation
membrane-based separation
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