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Chapter 8

Network optimization aims to simplify network structure by relaxing temperature difference constraints, redistributing exchanger duties, potentially making some exchangers larger or smaller, and removing unused exchangers. This allows heat to be shifted between exchangers in a loop without affecting stream duties, and can include heaters and coolers in the loop. Heat paths connect different utilities and represent possible utility use.

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Chapter 8

Network optimization aims to simplify network structure by relaxing temperature difference constraints, redistributing exchanger duties, potentially making some exchangers larger or smaller, and removing unused exchangers. This allows heat to be shifted between exchangers in a loop without affecting stream duties, and can include heaters and coolers in the loop. Heat paths connect different utilities and represent possible utility use.

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NETWORK OPTIMIZATION

Optimize network structure to obtain a simpler


network
The constraint that no exchanger should have a
temperature difference smaller than Tmin can now
be relaxed.
Network optimization is based on the redistribution
of the exchanger duties. Possible result: some
exchangers are made larger, some smaller and
some are removed from the design. Exchangers are
removed if their duty is zero
Heat Loop

A heat loop is a loop in the HEN around which duties can be shifted
from one exchanger to another without affecting stream duties
Heat Loop
Heat Loop

Heater/cooler can be included in a loop


Heat Path

Heat paths: paths that connect two


different utilities, also called utility paths
Heat Path
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION – Example 1

An MER network by pinch design method


NETWORK OPTIMIZATION – Example 1
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION – Example 1
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION – Example 1
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION – Example 2
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION – Example 2
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION – Example 2
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION – Example 2

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