Hyprotech Releases Thermodynamic Technologies for Improved Plantwide Simulation and Optimization.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers CALGARY, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 14, 2001 More Accurate, Reliable and Predictive Technologies for the Chemical, Refining refining, any of various processes for separating impurities from crude or semifinished materials. It includes the finer processes of metallurgy, the fractional distillation of petroleum into its commercial products, and the purifying of cane, beet, and maple sugar and Gas Process Industries Hyprotech today announced the introduction of advanced thermodynamic ther·mo·dy·nam·ic adj. 1. Characteristic of or resulting from the conversion of heat into other forms of energy. 2. Of or relating to thermodynamics. technology developments for improved plantwide simulation and optimization optimization Field of applied mathematics whose principles and methods are used to solve quantitative problems in disciplines including physics, biology, engineering, and economics. , achieved in conjunction with the research and development efforts of Dr. Chorng H. Twu and Hyprotech's Thermodynamic Development Team. Dr. Twu is a Thermodynamic Consultant for Hyprotech Ltd. Before working with Hyprotech, he was a Principal Technologist for Simulation Sciences Inc. and has been developing thermodynamic methods for property data prediction for use in process simulation technology. His petroleum characterization methods are widely recognized as industry standards and are used by virtually every commercial process simulator (1) Software that enables the execution of an application written for a different computer environment. Same as emulator. (2) Software that models the interactions of hypothetical or real-world objects or business processes. . Dr. Twu has published over 50 papers in the area of chemical engineering thermodynamics thermodynamics, branch of science concerned with the nature of heat and its conversion to mechanical, electric, and chemical energy. Historically, it grew out of efforts to construct more efficient heat engines—devices for extracting useful work from expanding . Due to the growing interest in plantwide simulation and optimization, process engineers have increasingly turned their attention to finding better ways to predict operating conditions of existing plants and plant designs. A more accurate Vapor Liquid Equilibrium (VLE VLE Virtual Learning Environment (system for development of online education materials) VLE Vapor Liquid Equilibrium VLE Valeur Limite d'Exposition (French: threshold limit value ceiling) ) prediction over a broad range of operating conditions is receiving still greater attention, driving greater demands on existing thermodynamic models for more effective simulation and modeling. Minimizing energy costs necessitates more accurate, reliable and predictive simulation energy calculations, which are derived from the thermodynamic model. These results, in turn, drive the accurate calculation of liquid densities obtained from an equation of state. Optimized simulation results are obtained through the development and introduction of an improved vapor pressure vapor pressure, pressure exerted by a vapor that is in equilibrium with its liquid. A liquid standing in a sealed beaker is actually a dynamic system: some molecules of the liquid are evaporating to form vapor and some molecules of vapor are condensing to form liquid. correlation for two well-known equations of state, and the subsequent development of a new equation of state, as well as the introduction of three advanced mixing rules. Dr. Chorng H. Twu, Thermodynamic Fellow and Corporate Consultant, stated: "Many chemical engineers have difficulty selecting an appropriate thermodynamic method for the simulation of their flowsheets. The new thermodynamic technologies introduced today are a great step forward in reducing the task of choosing the correct thermodynamic method for the system of interest." Dr. Twu continued: "By working with Hyprotech's chemical thermodynamicists as a team, our products have taken another important step forward by balancing the market requirements of user friendliness and functionality in the area of thermodynamics. The continued development of these technologies strengthens Hyprotech's long-standing position as a provider of cost-effective simulation technology." "The working relationship of Dr. Twu and Hyprotech's development teams has led to an immediate and fruitful fruit·ful adj. 1. a. Producing fruit. b. Conducive to productivity; causing to bear in abundance: fruitful soil. 2. partnership resulting in the development of new and updated thermodynamic technologies and methods. Ultimately, the greatest benefit of these new technological developments are derived by our users," added Mark Broussard, Sr. Vice President of Technology at Hyprotech. "The continued development of Hyprotech's thermodynamic technologies promises other innovative breakthroughs, continued progress and a common goal of delivering to our users the latest and most up-to-date databases and methods for economical, efficient and profitable plant design and simulation." About Hyprotech and AEA Technology AEA Technology plc was formed in 1996 as the privatised offshoot of the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority. Originally it consisted of divisions with expertise in a wide variety of areas, mostly the products of nuclear-related research. Hyprotech, a wholly owned subsidiary Wholly Owned Subsidiary A subsidiary whose parent company owns 100% of its common stock. Notes: In other words, the parent company owns the company outright and there are no minority owners. of AEA Technology plc (LSE LSE - Language Sensitive Editor :AAT Alpha-1-antitrypsin (AAT) A blood component that breaks down infection-fighting enzymes such as elastase. Mentioned in: Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease ), is a leading supplier of engineering knowledge deployment solutions to the process industries, focused on innovation, improved profitability and operating performance throughout the enterprise lifecycle. With integrated capabilities to address design, automation, optimization and training, Hyprotech serves more than 1500 companies in over 80 countries. AEA Technology is recognized as one of the world's leading innovation businesses, turning science and engineering services into bottom-line profit for its customers. With years of experience in understanding complex industrial processes and managing the way in which they interact with each other and their environment, the innovative delivery of knowledge and skills differentiates AEA Technology from its competitors. For more information about Hyprotech or AEA Technology, contact Marie Telepneff at 403-870-6193/ marie.telepneff@hyprotech.com or visit www.hyprotech.com. Note to Editors: All trademarks or registered trademarks herein are the property of their respective owners. Hyprotech Ltd. is a Member of the AEA Technology plc Group of Companies. |
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