RTD in Microchannels: Part 2

This lecture delves into the narrowing of Residence Time Distribution (RTD) in coiled tubes and flow inverters, exploring the impact of Dean vortices on radial mixing and the influence of Reynolds numbers. It also discusses the design parameters and velocity contours in microreactors, emphasizing the effects of bends on flow inversion and mixing. Furthermore, it covers the concept of segmented flow as a method to narrow RTD, highlighting the importance of preventing communication between reactive slugs. The lecture concludes by presenting different strategies to enhance RTD in microreactors, such as using coiled tubes, flow inverters, packed beds, and static mixers.