DESIGN OF AN INDUSTRIAL PLANT FOR PRODUCTION OF DIMETHYL ETHER IN KAZAKHSTAN
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Date
2024-05-02
Authors
Shinkarova, Yelena
Sagyzbayev, Amirbek
Mukhtarkyzy, Gaini
Amangeldi, Moldir
Salimova, Madina
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Nazarbayev University School of Engineering and Digital Sciences
Abstract
The study and development of a DME production plant utilizing methanol dehydration catalyzed by gamma-alumina represents a significant achievement in chemical engineering. The facility, designed to produce 30,000 tons of high-purity DME annually, demonstrates the effective integration of traditional and modern engineering techniques. The detailed design work, including specifications for reactors, distillation columns, and auxiliary systems by Aspen Plus, ensures efficient operation and safety. Economic analysis suggests a payback period of 4 years. This project highlights the importance of catalyst selection, process optimization, and environmental compliance in sustainable energy production. As demand for cleaner fuel alternatives grows, projects like this will be at the forefront of industrial innovation.
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Type of access: Restricted, Dimethyl ether, Aspen Plus, Indirect synthesis, methanol dehydration
Citation
Amangeldi, M., Mukhtarkyzy, G., Sagyzbayev, A., Salimova, M., Shinkarova, Y. (2024). Design of an industrial plant for production of dimethyl ether in Kazakhstan. Nazarbayev University School of Engineering and Digital Sciences