Hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solvents
Abstract Separating copper and cobalt ions is crucial due to the industry’s strategic reliance on both these elements. When the extraction process is able to significantly increase the separation factor, it becomes favorable to separate two ions. However, the presence of Cu(II) ions together with Co...
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| description | Abstract Separating copper and cobalt ions is crucial due to the industry’s strategic reliance on both these elements. When the extraction process is able to significantly increase the separation factor, it becomes favorable to separate two ions. However, the presence of Cu(II) ions together with Co(II) hinders the achievement of optimum efficiency when using commonly available extractants. This study conducted the separation of the two elements using both batch and continuous methods in a pilot plant pulsed column equipped with a disc and doughnut structure. The initial step involved optimizing the key variables to maximize the separation factor using the central composite design procedure. The optimization of Cyanex272, Cyphos IL 101 concentrations, and the pH value of the aqueous phase were all adjusted to 0.024 M, 0.046 M, and 7.3, correspondingly. In the following step, the hydrodynamic characteristics and extraction performance were examined in the pulsed column of the pilot plant. The findings indicated that the presence of Cyphos IL 101 resulted in an increased separation factor and efficiency within the column. As a result, the ionic liquid enhances performance without encountering any operational issues. This additive is considered an environmentally friendly solvent and does not cause any negative impacts. Consequently, it is suggested for utilization in continuous industrial processes. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-31ee85c1b6334655b8291bff303a65da2024-03-05T18:59:09ZengNature PortfolioScientific Reports2045-23222024-03-0114111410.1038/s41598-024-52027-1Hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solventsMehdi Asadollahzadeh0Rezvan Torkaman1Nuclear Fuel Cycle Research School, Nuclear Science and Technology Research InstituteNuclear Fuel Cycle Research School, Nuclear Science and Technology Research InstituteAbstract Separating copper and cobalt ions is crucial due to the industry’s strategic reliance on both these elements. When the extraction process is able to significantly increase the separation factor, it becomes favorable to separate two ions. However, the presence of Cu(II) ions together with Co(II) hinders the achievement of optimum efficiency when using commonly available extractants. This study conducted the separation of the two elements using both batch and continuous methods in a pilot plant pulsed column equipped with a disc and doughnut structure. The initial step involved optimizing the key variables to maximize the separation factor using the central composite design procedure. The optimization of Cyanex272, Cyphos IL 101 concentrations, and the pH value of the aqueous phase were all adjusted to 0.024 M, 0.046 M, and 7.3, correspondingly. In the following step, the hydrodynamic characteristics and extraction performance were examined in the pulsed column of the pilot plant. The findings indicated that the presence of Cyphos IL 101 resulted in an increased separation factor and efficiency within the column. As a result, the ionic liquid enhances performance without encountering any operational issues. This additive is considered an environmentally friendly solvent and does not cause any negative impacts. Consequently, it is suggested for utilization in continuous industrial processes.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-52027-1 |
| spellingShingle | Mehdi Asadollahzadeh Rezvan Torkaman Hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solvents Scientific Reports |
| title | Hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solvents |
| title_full | Hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solvents |
| title_fullStr | Hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solvents |
| title_full_unstemmed | Hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solvents |
| title_short | Hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solvents |
| title_sort | hydrodynamic features of pulsed solvent extractor for separation of two metals by using the antagonistic effect of solvents |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-52027-1 |
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