Reformulating the Length of Unused Bed (LUB) Scale-up Method for Improved Application and Teaching

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  • Paul Scovazzo University of Mississippi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18260/2-1-370.660-132798

Abstract

Length of the Unused Bed (LUB) methods for scaling sorbers have confusing and complicated pedagogically elements.  One method limits feeds to C/CF < 0.3; a limitation not stated in the established textbooks.  Discussed is a new LUB method with no limitation on the feed C/CF.  It fixes the pedagogically confusing and complicated elements while giving equivalent results.  Also discussed: teaching module content, student outcomes, common student misconceptions, reduction-to-practice caveats, examples of class and homework problems.

Author Biography

Paul Scovazzo, University of Mississippi

Paul Scovazzo, P.E., an educator and engineer, has been a faculty or guest instructor at four higher education institutions. He has developed educational modules involving peer instruction used by other instructors. He served on the Board of the University (of Mississippi) Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning. As an engineer, he implemented projects in chemical separations and treatment systems for the energy, manufacturing, and government sectors.  Publications include environmental engineering, membrane science, and microgravity topics.

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2023-06-28

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