Petroleum Refining Simulation and Optimization Theory
This section covers the fundamental theoretical aspects of petroleum refining engineering and process simulation. It brings together key concepts related to refinery processes, mathematical modeling, simulation, optimization, and the development of refinery digital twins. More detailed information is available in our Solutions section.
First published: August 18, 2026
Hydrocarbon Processing Modeling Fundamentals: Material Flows, Balances, and Digital SimulationThis article introduces the fundamentals of hydrocarbon processing modeling, focusing on material flow representation, process levels, and dynamic simulation approaches. It explains how Petroleum Refining Library (PRL) uses material flow modeling in AnyLogic to represent oil & gas processing systems, integrate operational logic, and provide a foundation for digital twins, optimization, and future component-based modeling.
