This book investigates the efficacy of specific materials for separating the ethanol-water azeotropic mixture through adsorptive distillation. The research assesses the potential of raw and activated phillipsite, alongside calcium chloride salt, as adsorbents. It compares their water adsorption capabilities against a reference adsorbent, 4A molecular sieves. The study analyzes breakthrough curves to determine the separation performance of each material.

The research presented in this book focuses on a specific chemical engineering problem: the separation of ethanol-water azeotropes. The methodology involves experimental assessment of various adsorbents, with a clear comparison to established materials like molecular sieves. The findings highlight the performance of a treated phillipsite material, suggesting its potential utility in industrial processes. The detailed analysis of breakthrough curves provides quantitative data for evaluating separation effectiveness.