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CEP: December 2020

Drones can easily perform many activities, including routine inspections of construction sites, tunnels, bridges, power lines, and energy plants — they are unrivaled in assessing and mitigating potential disasters. Indeed, this quality makes them ideal for use within the chemical process...
CEP: November 2020

Distillation experiments may be necessary at any point in the lifecycle of a process, from conceptualization to ongoing operation. This Back to Basics article provides a practical guide and broad overview of how to set up and run experimental distillation projects.
CEP: October 2020

This four-part special section details the use of genetically engineered gut microbes to treat disease, the role of artificial intelligence in understanding microbiomes, the challenges of manufacturing live biotherapeutic products, and the importance of soil microbiomes to human health.
CEP: September 2020

Although it is difficult to define, digitalization can be thought of as the integration of digital technologies to improve efficiencies, drive revenue growth, or produce value.
CEP: August 2020

The goal of process synthesis is to determine the most appropriate processing routes, as well as the optimal catalyst, reaction and separation technologies, and system design — all while minimizing capital and operating costs. This article describes a new method of process synthesis based on...
CEP: July 2020

The cosmetics industry produces more than just the multihued lipsticks and eyeshadows for which it is traditionally known. This fast-paced industry innovates and develops nearly every product you use on your skin and hair today. This special section introduces readers to the fascinating world of...
CEP: June 2020

Cryogenic air separation units (ASUs) use some of the largest compressors ever built to separate atmospheric air into its primary components, nitrogen and oxygen, as well as argon and other inert gases. This article uses multiple methods to estimate the compression, separation, and liquefaction...
CEP: May 2020

This special section on battery energy storage covers the economic, environmental, and social drivers that are motivating the adoption of grid-level energy storage, as well as the impact this has on safety and grid resilience. It also introduces some battery chemistries that could challenge...
CEP: April 2020

Nitrogen and phosphorus are essential nutrients for the growth and metabolism of microbial populations in biological wastewater treatment processes. This month's environmental management article examines nutrient control technologies and describes the biochemical reactions involved in treating...
CEP: March 2020

The articles in this month's special section on process intensification offer insight into the fundamentals that underpin PI and provide examples of the exciting work being done in this field.
CEP: February 2020

Heat exchangers can be employed to heat or cool a range of products in applications such as food processing, chemical processing, energy production, and waste treatment. This month's Back to Basics article provides an introduction for new engineers, plant managers and operators, or anyone else who...
CEP: January 2020

This month's Back to Basics article on flares details two case studies in which changes were made to a flare system without an adequate understanding of the potential process safety hazards associated with the changes. It also discusses some common process safety issues related to flare systems that...

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