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Heuristics
Heuristics
Heuristics
Heuristic rules that expedite the selection and
positioning of processing operations as flowsheets
are assembled.
These rules are based on experience and hold in
general, but should be tested (e.g., by simulation) to
ensure that they apply in the specific application.
Example:
OH
OH
O
O
CH2 - CH2 + CO2
C
O
CH2 CH2
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