Objective:
The goal of CapSim is to develop precise and robust software tools for use in process simulators, applicable to both standard and innovative carbon capture processes. Additionally, the project investigates how inaccuracies in process design can affect subsequent stages in carbon capture and storage.
Approach:
CapSim aims to enhance CO2 capture simulation technology by concentrating on two main areas:
- Enhancing the core multiphase reactive algorithm to efficiently and robustly manage complex reactions and multiphase equilibrium.
- Integrating thermodynamics, kinetics, and transport phenomena more effectively into the simulation, highlighting their influence on the results.
CapSim addresses algorithmic and thermodynamic challenges in CO2 capture simulation using tools such as Aspen Plus, Pro/II, CO2SIM, and CAPCO2. The project aims to overcome issues related to acidic gases, speciation, reactions, and thermodynamics. It is organized into four work packages: tackling algorithmic challenges, developing thermodynamic models, addressing process uncertainties, and optimizing processes. Advanced algorithms like RAND are utilized, with a focus on robustness, efficiency, and accuracy.
Expected Impact/Output:
Capture simulation serves as a vehicle to scale various novel ideas to industrial implementation. Advancing key capture simulation technologies will facilitate the quicker adoption of new solvents and more reliable optimization towards lower energy consumption in capture processes. Since capture is the most expensive step in CCS and the bottleneck for the entire chain, these advancements are crucial.
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