CAPS Lecture 20

Questions 1.What is Aspen Hysys for? 2.What is UniSim software? 3.What is process simulation? 4.What is automation? 5.What is PFD? 6.What is P and ID? 7.What is process control? Answers: 1.Aspen HYSYS is the energy industry's leading process simulation software that's used by top oil and gas producers, refineries and engineering companies for process optimization in design and operations. 2.UniSim Design Suite is an intuitive and interactive process modeling software that enables engineers to create steady-state and dynamic models for plant design, performance monitoring, troubleshooting and operational improvement. 3.Process simulation is used for the design, development, analysis, and optimization of technical processes 4.Automation, or Labor-saving technology is the technology by which a process or procedure is performed with minimal human assistance 5.A process flow diagram (PFD) is a diagram commonly used in chemical and process engineering to indicate the general flow of plant processes and equipment 6.P&ID stands for the Piping and Instrumentation Diagram 7. Process control technology allows manufacturers to keep their operations running within specified limits and to set more precise limits to maximize profitability, ensure quality and prioritize safety