Thermodynamic and Kinetic Insights into MTBE and ETBE Production via Reactive Distillation.

Abstract

Reactive distillation is increasingly recognized as a viable alternative to conventional separation techniques, particularly for systems involving azeotropic behavior. This study explores an advanced distillation methodology by emphasizing the application of reactive distillation in the synthesis of ETBE, MTBE, and methyl acetate, where complex multi-azeotropic systems are encountered. The research integrates theoretical analysis with essential experimental data to support future detailed experimentation and simulation-based process optimization.