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Process Technology Laboratory (PTL)

The Process Technology Laboratory (PTL) is dedicated to advancing process technologies in the fields of chemical engineering, metallurgical engineering, and mineral processing by integrating physics-based (mechanistic) modeling, data-driven (artificial intelligence) modeling, and measurement technologies.

The primary goal of PTL is to deepen the understanding of fundamental mechanisms in particulate and multiphase systems, develop robust and reliable theoretical and methodological frameworks, optimize industrial processes, and pioneer new technologies.

Current research focuses

  • Low-carbon metallurgy — exploring clean and efficient pathways for metal extraction and conversion to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption;
  • Waste management — studying the recovery and utilization of solid wastes and by-products to support a circular economy and sustainable development;
  • Smart processes — integrating artificial intelligence, sensing technologies, and mechanistic models to enable process prediction, optimization, and online control, thereby enhancing system adaptability and reliability.

PTL’s research contributes to improving system efficiency and reliability, reducing energy and material consumption, and mitigating environmental impact. Through continuous innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration, the laboratory is committed to advancing sustainable industries and contributing to a prosperous society and community.