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DSP-26 Improved Understanding of Impact of Bed Depth on Random and Structured Packing Efficiency (cont…) 2. Gather new data and update model: Exact experimental plan to be determined based on the learnings from Phase 1. As a placeholder, assume one system (o/p-xylene) at one pressure with a high-quality modern liquid distributor. Use a small random packing (RSR #0.6 or equivalent) to increase stage count in the bed. Install bed depths of 5FT, 10FT, 15FT and 20FT, keeping the elevation of the bottom of the bed the same each time, and lowering the distributor to be the same distance above the top of the bed for each case. Repeat the test with a medium-surface area Y-style high capacity packing (Mellapak 452Y or equivalent). Update model based on results of both phases of work Proposed Internals and Test System: Random and Structured Packing, o/p-xylene @ 1 atm. Estimated Unit Time: 8 weeks. Estimated Additional Costs (Beyond Unit Time): Unknown. Developmental Research Idea

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