CAPE-OPEN Unit Operation for Scilab 2.0.0.18

The SciLab CAPE-OPEN Unit Operation is a Windows software that allows users to perform unit operations calculations in SciLab within a CAPE-OPEN compliant simulation environment. The software has been tested in the COCO simulator and ProSimPlus 3, and is compatible with the 32-bit version of SciLab 5.02 or higher, or the 64-bit version of SciLab 5.4 or higher.

To use the SciLab CAPE-OPEN Unit Operation, users must first start a CAPE-OPEN capable simulation environment and insert a SciLab CAPE-OPEN unit operation. The unit operation can then be defined by connecting feed and product ports, and the calculations can be entered in the SciLab tab using the SciLab calculation script. The script can access the properties of the feed streams using the getFeedProp function, and can perform calculations based on the underlying thermodynamic system of the simulation environment. The product streams can then be specified using the setProduct function, which takes composition and flow, as well as two other properties required to specify the thermodynamic phase equilibrium.

One of the key features of the SciLab CAPE-OPEN Unit Operation is its ability to perform thermo-dynamic calculations based on the simulation environment it is running in. This means that users can take advantage of the specific thermodynamic system of their simulation environment, ensuring that the calculations are as accurate as possible. Additionally, the software allows users to easily access the properties of the feed streams, making it easy to perform the necessary calculations and specify the product streams.

Overall, the SciLab CAPE-OPEN Unit Operation is a useful tool for those looking to perform unit operations calculations within a CAPE-OPEN compliant simulation environment. Its ability to perform thermo-dynamic calculations based on the simulation environment and its ease of use make it an appealing option for those working in the field of chemical engineering.