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This comprehensive textbook is a crucial resource for students and professionals in the field of pharmaceutical engineering. The book covers essential concepts and practical applications within the industry, focusing on the fundamentals of fluid dynamics, size reduction, separation techniques, and heat transfer processes.
Key topics include fluid flow analysis, such as the use of manometers and applications of Bernoulli’s theorem, as well as the principles and mechanics behind essential equipment like orifice meters, Venturimeters, and rotometers. The book also delves into size reduction techniques, offering detailed insights into the construction, working principles, and merits of various mills such as hammer, ball, and fluid energy mills.
Readers will gain a deep understanding of heat transfer mechanisms, evaporation processes, and distillation techniques, with practical examples and case studies. Additionally, the book covers essential topics in drying, mixing, filtration, and centrifugation, with a focus on industrial applications, advantages, and limitations of different technologies.
Lastly, the book addresses the selection of materials for pharmaceutical plant construction, highlighting the importance of corrosion prevention and material handling systems. This textbook serves as a vital guide for anyone looking to excel in pharmaceutical engineering, offering both theoretical knowledge and practical insights.
Dr. Ritesh Kumar, Ms. Smriti Mathur, Mr. K. Sampath Kumar, Ms. Pooja Bhati, Dr. Abhinav Kumar Tripathi
Dr. Ritesh Kumar is currently working as a Professor in Pharmaceutics at Sharda School of Pharmacy, Sharda University Agra, Uttar Pradesh. He has 18 years of teaching and research experience. He is the author of 06 Indian patents, 02 books as well as 26 peer-reviewed research/ review papers in various national and international journals with more than 900 citations on Google Scholar. He had supervised 10 students of M. Pharm. in their research projects. He has been awarded the best research paper award, best poster award, and best faculty member award for his outstanding contribution to the field of education and the profession of pharmacy. His research interests include the formulation and optimization of gastro retentive, fast-release, and nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems. He has also been an invited speaker for many scientific meetings and conferences.
