부산대학교 도서관

This paper presents a model that simultaneously considers synthesis and detailed design aspects of cooling networks. The model is based on a generalized disjunctive programming formulation that is transformed into a mixed-integer nonlinear program. The objective function is to minimize the total annual cost, which accounts for the cold utility consumption cost, the capital cost for the coolers and pumps, and the pumping costs. The model uses a stagewise superstructure that allows combinations of cooler arrangements in series or in parallel, as well as bypass, mixing, and splitting of the cold utility. The model also incorporates several constraints to meet some specified design codes. In addition to the optimum cooling network configuration, the solution provides the details on the mechanical design features and thermal−hydraulic variables of each cooler unit. Three example problems are presented to show the application of the proposed model. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]