Efficient separation of HFE-7100/ isopropyl alcohol azeotropic system using ionic liquids: Experimental, thermodynamic model, and process optimization

Key Points

• Efficient separation of HFE-7100 and isopropyl alcohol was achieved, promoting optimized processes.
• The experimental metrics revealed a significant reduction in energy consumption by 30%.
• This involved a thermodynamic model that accurately predicts the behavior of the azeotropic system.
• Implications for industrial applications suggest potential cost savings through process optimization with ionic liquids.