Mechanism and kinetics of nonequilibrium and multilayer adsorption and desorption of gases on solids

Harpreet S. Juneja, Asad Iqbal, Junpin Yao, Farhang Shadman

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Abstract

A novel approach to the characterization of dynamic interactions of gases with solid surfaces is developed. A model is developed to represent the simultaneous adsorption and desorption processes in these systems. The model can simulate properties of nonequilibrium adsorption and desorption processes as well as the equilibrium state (isotherms and isobars). It also provides information on the distribution of loading of tightly bound molecules as the first layer on the surface as well as loosely bound physisorbed molecules as the upper layers during a transient process and at the equilibrium state. The model is validated and applied to the adsorption of moisture on oxides (ZrO 2 and HfO 2). Practical application of this work is shown by optimizing the purge recipes for removal of moisture from ZrO 2 film. Optimization helps in lowering gas and energy consumption as well as reducing the purge times.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)6585-6593
Number of pages9
JournalIndustrial and Engineering Chemistry Research
Volume45
Issue number19
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 13 2006
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Chemistry
  • General Chemical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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