Dynamics and control of particle formation in fluidized beds

Fig. 1: SPP logo and process scheme of a fluidized bed layering granulation with sieve mill cycle

Spray fluidized bed agglomeration is a particle formation process for solid materials often used in the chemical, pharmaceutical and food industries. The end-use properties and, therefore, the efficacy and the economic value of the product agglomerates depend on the agglomerate size and morphology, i.e., internal structure. In practice, often time-consuming empirical procedures are applied to establish the desired product properties and corresponding process conditions. In contrast to this, we are developing methods for the autonomous production of agglomerates with predefined properties in continuously operated processes. This includes the development and analysis of suitable process models, as well as the design and validation of strategies to control the product properties.

Cooperation

  • Prof. Evangelos Tsotsas, University Magdeburg
  • Prof. Andreas Bück, University Erlangen
  • Prof. Palis, University Claustal

Funding

  • SPP 2364 „ Autonomous processes in particle technology“ (DFG)

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