Back to the roots
Process intensification in space exploration
Andrzej I. Stankiewicz (TU Delft - Complex Fluid Processing, Warsaw University of Technology)
Jeffrey A. Hoffman (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
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Abstract
In this cross-disciplinary perspective paper we focus on the relevance of process intensification (PI) for space exploration. We review past and current space-related research involving technologies from all four elementary domains of process intensification. We point out other PI technologies which have not yet been the subject of space-related research but may offer interesting new opportunities and help overcome certain challenges in space missions. Given the commonality of concepts and approaches, as well as the fact that both process intensification and space engineering address basically the same issues – equipment miniaturization and increased process efficiency, we advocate for more intensive interactions between both scientific communities to benefit from cross-fertilization and the exchange of new ideas and experiences.
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