Q.1
14 Marks(a)
Explain the concept of process synthesis.
(b)
Describe stages in process design hierarchy.
(c)
Discuss safety and sustainability in process synthesis.
Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2026 examination
GTU 2170507 Computer Aided Process Synthesis Summer 2026 Question Paper & PDF
B.E. · Chemical Engineering · Semester 7 · Subject code 2170507
- Total
- 70 marks
- To pass
- 23 marks (33%)
- Duration
- 2.5 Hours 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
- Questions
- 5 with internal choice
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Q.2
14 Marks(a)
Define heat integration.
(b)
Explain temperature interval method.
(c)
For the following stream data, calculate pinch point and minimum hot and cold utilities required for the following system using ΔTmin = 10°F: Stream Ts (°F) Tt (°F) mCp (Btu / hr(°F) Q (104 Btu / hr)
| C1 | 120 | 235 | 20000 | 230 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C2 | 180 | 240 | 40000 | 240 |
| H1 | 260 | 160 | 30000 | 300 |
| H2 | 250 | 130 | 15000 | 180 |
OR
(c)
Explain heat engines and heat pumps in energy integration.
Q.3
14 Marks(a)
Define residue curve map.
(b)
Explain azeotropes.
(c)
Explain separation sequence using residue curves.
OR
(a)
Explain feasible region in reactor design.
(b)
Reactor configurations.
(c)
Optimization of reactor network using attainable region.
Q.4
14 Marks(a)
Define batch and continuous processing.
(b)
Explain scheduling using Gantt charts.
(c)
For two products A and B with processing times:
A: (6,4,3) hrs B: (3,2,2) hrs Calculate cycle time using zero-wait policy and unlimited intermediate storage.
OR
(a)
Multi-product batch plant.
(b)
Storage policies effect.
(c)
Transfer policies explanation.
Q.5
14 Marks(a)
Define superstructure.
(b)
Explain optimization in process design.
(c)
Selection of separation sequence.
OR
(a)
Process intensification.
(b)
Role of simulation software.
(c)
Hybrid separation processes.
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