Reactor modelling for electrochemical processes.
This paper presents a relatively straightforward approach to the modelling of electrochemical reactors operated in batch or continuous modes. The models are based on ideal flow assumptions of either well-mixed or plug flow and incorporate reaction rate models based on electrochemical kinetics and mass transport at one electrode. General characteristics of the reactor models are described, particularly with regard to the need for good mass transport in metal recovery applications. An example is given on the use of the model in the recovery of a heavy metal (Cd2+) from an acidified solution containing Cd(II) and Fe(III) ions. The reaction rate model is based on experimental data.
Department of Chemical and Process Engineering, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
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D002104:Cadmium / Q000302:isolation & purification; D004563:Electrochemistry / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004572:Electrolysis / Q000295:instrumentation; D004867:Equipment Design; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D012996:Solutions
D012996:Solutions; D002104:Cadmium