Optimization of an artificial neural network structure for modelling carbon capture in spray columns KU Leuven
Anthropogenic CO2 emissions reinforce global warming. The most mature technology to capture post-combustion CO2 is the absorption with aqueous monoethanolamine (MEA) in spray or packed columns. However, this process is not considered economically viable. One reason for this hindrance is the low overall mass transfer coefficients (KGa) resulting in large process volumes that are high in capital and operating costs. Spray columns offer some ...