Piping, Valves, and Process Engineering in Carbon Capture Systems

Piping, Valves, and Process Engineering in Carbon Capture Systems: Applications, Sustainability, and Environmental Protection

This is a specialized scientific reference that addresses the critical role of piping and valves within CCS infrastructure. As global decarbonization efforts intensify, the need for advanced, reliable, and environmentally-sustainable piping and valve systems becomes paramount.

This book explores the unique challenges faced in designing, selecting materials, and operating piping and valves in high-pressure, corrosive, and supercritical CO2 environments, integrating recent technological advancements such as digital twins, smart monitoring, and innovative materials.

The book's comprehensive contents include chapters on fundamental principles, standards, material considerations, fabrication, failure modes, digitalization, lifecycle assessment, and integration with renewable energy sources. The scope extends to emerging topics like direct air capture (DAC), hybrid pipelines, and bio-inspired coatings, making it a vital resource for engineers, researchers, and practitioners involved in CCS and low-carbon energy projects.

The book's practical approach, supported by case studies and illustrations, ensures that professionals can apply the knowledge immediately to improve system safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Key Features

Provides the first comprehensive resource focused on piping and valves in CCS applications

Explores emerging technologies like digital twins, self-healing materials, and digitalization in CCS systems

Integrates advanced materials, lifecycle assessment, and sustainability metrics for CCS infrastructure

Addresses critical challenges such as corrosion, high-pressure transport, and hybrid gas pipelines

Facilitates practical decision-making with real-world case studies and illustrations