simulation of naphtha reforming unit using aspen plus user model

In this study, a semi-regenerative catalyst naphtha reforming process was simulated by linking aspen plus with reactors modeled in matlab software# the reason behind the employment of this method is its ability to apply the suitable pressure drop, flow distribution and catalyst characteristic in the naphtha reforming reactor# because of the deactivation of the catalyst, the effect of time on temperature, furnace heat duty, and mass flow was investigated# the model data was validated with a domestic plant# the deactivation had significant effects on the mass fraction of hydrogen and light end products while the change of other parameters was negligible#