Distillation: Fundamentals and Operations, Second Edition provides a comprehensive introduction to the scientific and engineering foundations of modern distillation technology. Revised and extended, the volume covers the fundamental principles, practical aspects, and recent developments relevant to the analysis, design, and operation of distillation processes. The chapters trace the history of distillation and examine vapor–liquid equilibria, physical properties, mass transfer, energy use, heat exchange, and column internals. Further sections provide practical guidance on performance testing, troubleshooting, and special distillation operations. The volume also introduces high-gravity distillation as an example of process intensification aimed at improving mass-transfer performance, energy efficiency, and equipment compactness.

This updated edition builds on the success of its PROSE award-winning predecessor, integrating new developments and research. It is tailored for chemical engineers, process designers, researchers, and students in chemical engineering and related fields. Whether you are involved in energy efficiency, sustainability, or advanced process design, this book serves as a vital reference, empowering you to enhance your expertise and drive innovation in distillation technology.

• Fully revised and updated new edition of the 2015 PROSE Award Winner in Chemistry & Physics from the Association of American Publishers
• Addresses the need for improved energy efficiency and conceptual methods/computational tools applied in the design, optimization, and control of distillation processes
• Provides practical information written by recognized experts on the newest developments
• Comprises the most important and current research on industrial distillation, including all steps in conceptual process design (feasibility study, modelling, and experimental validation), together with operation and control aspects
• Covers all distillation processes, from batch to zeotropic and azeotropic distillation, as well as reactive distillation and special distillation processes