Traditional Reactor Design "The following discusses many factors that impact the design of a chemical reactor: Kinetics of reaction drives the design of the reactor, as the rate of chemical reaction determines the size and shape of the reactor. Reactant concentrations impact the design of the reactor, with a higher concentration leading to a faster reaction rate. … [Read more...]
The Chemistry of Slime
Introduction Originally, Slime was a toy product manufactured by Mattel, sold in a plastic trash can and introduced in February 1976. It consisted of a non-toxic viscous, squishy and oozy green or other color material made primarily from guar gum. Today, children everywhere have discovered how to make their own slime by using Elmer's glue. So what exactly is in Elmer's … [Read more...]
Groundbreaking Fluorocarbon Chemical Conversion Technology Advances Under Montreal Protocol
The Chemistry and Physics of Rocket Engines
Propellants and oxidizers can be produced in modular plants near your rocket launch site. Chemical Propulsion The chemistry of traditional rocket engines is best described as combustion. Over the years many chemical systems have been used, which include but are not limited to: Propellent Hydrazine Highly Refined kerosene (RP-1) Liquid Hydrogen Highly … [Read more...]
Ferrofluids as Catalysts in the Process Industries
This document connects three research subjects concerning ferrofluids, i.e. the synthesis and use of catalytic magnetic colloids, process intensification and ferrofluids in general. Ferrofluids are nano particles of magnetite suspended in an aqueous or oily based substrate. They are made from a mixture of FeCl2, FeCl3 and water. Co-precipitation occurs with the addition of … [Read more...]