Research Article

A Dynamic Optimization Strategy for the Operation of Large Scale Seawater Reverses Osmosis System

Table 1

Designed operating parameters of RO unit.

Feed concentration (kg/m3)30
Feed temperature (°C)25
Feed pressure (Bar)59
Feed PH5–8
Kinematic viscosity (kg/m/s) (at 0°C)
Mechanical efficiency of HP0.85
Energy efficiency of PX 0.9
Mechanical efficiency of 0.95
Single water quality limit (kg/m3)0.9
Water quality limit (kg/m3)0.9
Spiral wound modules SW30HR series