Dynamic column breakthrough experiments for measurement of adsorption equilibrium and kinetics

This paper provides a set of comprehensive guidelines for the use of dynamic column breakthrough experiments to measure single and multi-component equilibria and kinetics. Recommendations are made for the design of the experimental rig, experimental procedures, and data processing methods to minimize errors and increase data reliability. Designing experiments to identify the transport mechanism, and quantitatively interpreting the breakthrough responses via modeling and optimization are also enumerated. Results reported in relevant published literature are also used to illustrate the ideas and concepts.

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This paper presents a comprehensive set of guidelines for utilizing dynamic column breakthrough experiments to measure equilibria and kinetics of single and multi-component systems. Recommendations for experimental design, procedures, and data processing to enhance reliability are provided, along with methods for identifying transport mechanisms and interpreting breakthrough responses quantitatively through modeling and optimization. The concepts and ideas are illustrated using results from relevant literature.