UROP Project
Reaction Technologies for a Breakthrough Electrochemical Process
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Basic Information
- Project Offer-Number:
- 805
- Category:
- UROP Abroad
- Field:
- Chemical Engineering
- Faculty:
- 4
- Organisation unit:
- Institute of Chemical Process Engineering (AVT.CVT)
- Language Skills:
- Fluency in English
MoveOn
The development of low carbon routes for industrial chemicals remains a major goal of both governmental and industrial research. To date, most of these technologies have focused on alternative materials derived from bio-sourced feedstock. While somewhat successful, alternative routes are needed. Calera Corporation (www.calera.com) has developed an alternative route to sodium hydroxide that operates at significantly lower energy and avoids the formation of chlorine (Cl2) byproduct. This technology is currently being tested at pilot scale at Calera's facility in Moss Landing, CA. This project will focus on the reaction technology, which eliminates the need for chlorine gas.
Task
- Assess technical feasibility of various reactor design options. - Perform preliminary analysis like flow diagrams and simulations. - Assist in engineering, procurement and construction such as material selection, P&ID development etc.
Requirements
The project requires a skilled chemical engineer near the completion of the undergraduate curriculum. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated person who understands engineering fundamentals and can be proficient with lab scale experiments, computer simulations, and process design. The candidate must be fluent in English.
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