Optimization of Chemical Engineering Processes in the Mining and Metal Industry

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  • Santosh Walke
     Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department, College of Engineering, National University of Science and Technology, Muscat ,OM
  • Makarand Naniwadekar
     Department of Chemical Engineering, AISSMS COE PUNE-1, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune – 411007, Maharashtra ,IN
  • Chetan M. Thakar
     Department of Mechanical Engineering, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune – 411007, Maharashtra ,IN
  • Manoj B. Mandake
     Department of Chemical Engineering, Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, Navi Mumbai – 400614, Maharashtra ,IN
  • Ravi W. Tapre
     Department of Chemical Engineering, Datta Meghe College of Engineering, Airoli Navi Mumbai – 400708, Maharashtra ,IN
  • Sandhya Jadhav
     Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, Navi Mumbai – 400614, Maharashtra ,IN

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18311/jmmf/2024/43879

Keywords:

Mathematical Models, Metal Industries, Mining, Process Optimization, Sustainability, Simulation

Abstract

Process optimization is an important area of research in the mining and metal industries. The application of mathematical models and optimization techniques has led to significant improvements in process efficiency, reduced operating costs, and improved product quality. The use of simulation tools has also allowed for the development of virtual plants that can be used to test different process scenarios and optimize plant performance. To completely reap the rewards of process optimisation, there are still several issues that need to be resolved. The integration of sustainability and environmental impact assessments into the optimisation process is one of the major issues. This necessitates the creation of models that can take the environmental impact of various process factors into consideration and enable process optimisation using environmental standards. The creation of more complicated mathematical models that can capture the intricate interconnections between various process factors presents another difficulty. Advanced machine learning and data analytics methods like neural networks and genetic algorithms must be used for this. Despite these challenges, the future of process optimization looks promising. Emerging technologies, such as the Internet of Things and big data analytics, are opening up new opportunities for process optimization. The use of sensors and real-time data analytics can provide plant operators with the information they need to make real-time decisions and optimize plant performance. Process optimization is a critical area of research for the mining and metal industries. The use of mathematical models, optimization techniques, and simulation tools has led to significant improvements in process efficiency and product quality.

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2024-04-01

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Walke, S., Naniwadekar, M., Thakar, C. M., Mandake, M. B., Tapre, R. W., & Jadhav, S. (2024). Optimization of Chemical Engineering Processes in the Mining and Metal Industry. Journal of Mines, Metals and Fuels, 72(4), 377–389. https://doi.org/10.18311/jmmf/2024/43879

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Volume 72, Issue 4, April 2024

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Received 2024-05-05
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