Linearly implicit-explicit schemes for the equilibrium dispersive model of chromatography

Abstract Numerical schemes for the nonlinear equilibrium dispersive (ED) model for chromatographic processes with adsorption isotherms of Langmuir type are proposed. This model consists of a system of nonlinear, convection-dominated partial differential equations. The nonlinear convection gives rise to sharp moving transitions between concentrations of different solute components. This property calls for numerical methods with shock capturing capabilities. Based on results by Donat, Guerrero and Mulet (Appl. Numer. Math. 123 (2018) 22–42), conservative shock capturing numerical schemes can be designed for this chromatography model. Since explicit schemes for diffusion problems can pose seve…