ECO-design of reuse and recycling networks by multi-objective optimization |
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Authors: | Pinar Jorg |
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Institution: | University of Bremen, Faculty of Production Engineering, Bremen, Germany |
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Abstract: | An ECO-optimized reuse of process liquors addresses the financial gain and the effective use of resources. In processes that have a potential for process liquor recovery, the minimization of both economic and environmental burdens can be realised by an ECO-optimal design of reuse and recycling network (RRN).In this paper, a procedure for synthesizing such an RRN for a metal finishing process is investigated. The simultaneous analysis of environmental impact sensitivity (SAEIS) based on a superstructure approach, combined with multi-objective optimization is performed by mixed-integer nonlinear programming (MINLP). This allows an “eco–eco” trade-off i.e. total annualized cost and environmental impacts are minimized simultaneously. By varying the weighting factor, different RRN alternatives were generated. A replacement of the standard and closed-loop system by these solutions, even for the environmentally friendliest case, yielded a reasonable cost saving on raw material's inputs. |
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Keywords: | LCIA Environmental impacts sensitivity Nickel plating Zero-water discharge Multi-objective optimization MINLP |
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