Several factors contribute to pressure drop in catalytic systems:
Particle Size: Smaller catalyst particles offer more surface area but also increase resistance to flow, leading to higher pressure drop. Bed Porosity: Higher porosity reduces resistance to fluid flow, thereby lowering pressure drop. Fluid Properties: Viscosity and density of the fluid directly affect the pressure drop. Higher viscosity fluids encounter more resistance. Flow Rate: Increased flow rate amplifies the pressure drop due to higher frictional forces.
