Thermodynamic model for methanesulphonic acid recovery by tri- n -butyl phosphate
Key Points
This research aims to develop a thermodynamic model for efficient recovery of methanesulphonic acid.
Utilized new experimental data to inform modeling.
Simulated protonation and molecular transfer processes.
Focused on acid recycling from a nickel methanesulphonate solution.
Achieved predictive simulation for up to 94% acid recovery.
Demonstrated the effectiveness of the recovery process.
Abstract
Protonation and molecular transfer are modelled from new experimental data, enabling predictive simulation of up to 94% acid recycling from a 1.5 mol L −1 nickel methanesulphonate solution.