Automated chemical synthesis. Part 3: Temperature control systems
1983
Automated Chemical Synthesis: Temperature Control Systems
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Author Information
Author(s): Daniel F. Chodosh, Sidney H. Levinson, John L. Weber, Kenneth Kamholz, Charles E. Berkoff
Primary Institution: Smith Kline & French Laboratories, Inc.
Conclusion
The study presents a fully automated temperature control system for a chemical reactor that enhances the precision and efficiency of chemical experiments.
Supporting Evidence
- The automated reactor can execute repetitive experiments on a small scale.
- Fail-safe operation is a key design consideration for unattended operation.
- The temperature control system is designed to respond quickly to maintain the desired reaction temperature.
Takeaway
This study shows how a computer can help control the temperature in a chemical reactor to make experiments faster and more accurate.
Methodology
The study involved designing and constructing a microcomputer-controlled temperature control system for a chemical reactor.
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