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Title:	Mathematical model of a continuous sterilization system for fermentation media containing suspended solids
Author:	Leskowicz, Mark A.
View Online:	njit-etd1989-012 (vii, 192 pages ~ 8.7 MB pdf)
Department:	Department of Chemical Engineering, Chemistry and Environmental Science
Degree:	Master of Science
Program:	Chemical Engineering
Document Type:	Thesis
Advisory Committee:	Armenante, Piero M. (Committee chair) Lewandowski, Gordon (Committee member) Knox, Dana E. (Committee member)
Date:	1989
Keywords:	Sterilization--Mathematical models Fermentation
Availability:	Unrestricted
Abstract:	A mathematical model has been developed for a continuous sterilization system where the role of suspended solids on the overall degree of sterilization achieved is taken into account. Evaluation of a "typical" commercial continuous sterilization system showed the role of suspended solids to have little effect on the overall sterilization obtained. For continuous sterilization systems operating in a total residence time of less than one minute, the role of solids may become important and should be evaluated.