In the last article, we discussed the evolution of fuel blending from manual to evolving analyzer-less systems. The story will not be complete if we...

Harsh Shah • May 4, 2024

Fuel blending (gasoline, diesel, and fuel oil) is a critical process in the petroleum industry, where various components are mixed to achieve the desired fuel...

Harsh Shah • April 20, 2024

In the last two articles, we discussed the First Principles Blending Model (FPBM) and AI / Machine Learning if they can deliver the best blend in the most profitable...

Harsh Shah • April 5, 2024

In the last article, we discussed the Gold Standard First Principle Blending Model (FPBM), its pros and cons, and the reason for its failure in...

Harsh Shah • March 22, 2024

First Principles Models aim to describe the behavior of a system from fundamental physical laws or principles, often using mathematical equations and computational methods. These...

Harsh Shah • March 4, 2024

The refining industry faces significant challenges in sustaining profitability due to the unpredictable fluctuations in the global crude oil market, which are influenced by supply...

Harsh Shah • February 26, 2024