Dr Luigi Capozzi

Lecturer in Chemical Engineering

Research Overview

My research aims to bridge the gap between micro-mechanics at the particle level and complex industrial-scale processes, and create multi-scale modelling frameworks that can address industrial challenges and provide solutions for designing and optimizing powder processing equipment and processes. My research is mainly focused on:

  • Multi-scale modelling and simulation of processes and materials (Computation Fluid Dynamics, Discrete element method, Population balance modelling, Heat and mass transfer models)
  • Pharmaceutical processes
  • Simulation of solid-fluid systems
  • Digital Twins of industrial-scale processes

Selected Publications

Parameters affecting plug characteristics in dense phase pneumatic conveying of ellipsoidal particles
Erken, O., Ooi, J., Capozzi, L., Hanley, K. 15/03/2024 In: Powder Technology. 437
Journal article

Powder spreading and spreadability in the additive manufacturing of metallic materials: A critical review
Capozzi, L.C., Sivo, A., Bassini, E. 31/10/2022
Review article

A multi-scale computational framework for modeling the freeze-drying of microparticles in packed-beds
Capozzi, L.C., Barresi, A.A., Pisano, R. 1/02/2019 In: Powder Technology. 343, p. 834-846. 13 p.
Journal article

Supporting data and methods for the multi-scale modelling of freeze-drying of microparticles in packed-beds
Capozzi, L.C., Barresi, A.A., Pisano, R. 1/02/2019 In: Data in Brief. 22, p. 722-755. 34 p.
Journal article

From Batch to Continuous: Freeze-Drying of Suspended Vials for Pharmaceuticals in Unit-Doses
Capozzi, L.C., Trout, B.L., Pisano, R. 30/01/2019 In: Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research. 58, 4, p. 1635-1649. 15 p.
Journal article

Freeze-drying methods and related products
Capozzi, L., Pisano, R., Trout, B.L. 2018
Patent

Population Balance Modeling Webinar
Participation in workshop, seminar, course

10th International Conference on Conveying and Handling of Particulate Solids
Participation in conference - Academic

7th European Drying Conference
Participation in conference - Academic