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Extracts process simulation data from unstructured sources (text, tables, PFDs, data sheets, STID/E3D line lists) and converts it to NeqSim JSON builder format or PipingRouteBuilder route models. USE WHEN: a user provides a process description, PFD, operating data, line-list table, or design document and wants a running NeqSim simulation. Covers equipment mapping, stream wiring, route hydraulics, unit conversion, composition normalization, and confidence scoring.

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NeqSim Process Extraction Skill

Convert unstructured engineering information into the canonical NeqSim JSON format accepted by ProcessSystem.fromJson() and ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun().

Core Principle

Extract structured data into a constrained JSON schema. Do NOT write NeqSim Java/Python code.

The JSON schema is finite and well-defined. ProcessSystem.fromJson() handles all NeqSim API calls deterministically. Errors come back as structured, actionable messages.

P&ID operational workflow: When the source is a P&ID and the user asks about a valve action, active train, isolation boundary, bypass, drain, vent, or control-loop behavior, load neqsim-pid-process-operations. Extract both the steady-state topology and the model delta needed to simulate the action.

Exception for route hydraulics: When the source is a STID/E3D/P&ID/stress-isometric line-list table with serial pipe segments, use neqsim.process.equipment.pipeline.routing.PipingRouteBuilder rather than the generic JSON process builder. The route builder preserves line-list segment metadata, K-value minor losses, elevations, and explicit connection topology.

Architecture decision (MANDATORY): Before assembling JSON, classify the process complexity. Small/medium processes (≤ ~15 units, single recycle loop) use a single ProcessSystem. Large processes (multiple plant areas, cross-area recycles, different fluids) must be split into multiple ProcessSystem objects composed inside a ProcessModule, or use pre-built ProcessModuleBaseClass implementations. See Section 16 for the decision guide.

1. Target JSON Schema

Every extraction must produce JSON matching this format:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK",
    "temperature": 323.15,
    "pressure": 65.0,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "multiPhaseCheck": false,
    "components": {
      "methane": 0.80,
      "ethane": 0.08,
      "propane": 0.05,
      "CO2": 0.03,
      "n-butane": 0.02,
      "nitrogen": 0.01,
      "n-pentane": 0.005,
      "n-hexane": 0.005
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well stream", "properties": {"flowRate": [75000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "inlet separator", "inlet": "well stream"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "inlet separator.gasOut",
     "properties": {"outletPressure": 120.0, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "letdown valve", "inlet": "inlet separator.oilOut",
     "properties": {"outletPressure": 15.0}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Field Reference

Field	Type	Required	Description
`fluid.model`	string	Yes	EOS model: `SRK`, `PR`, `CPA`, `GERG2008`, `PCSAFT`, `UMRPRU`
`fluid.temperature`	number	Yes	Temperature in Kelvin
`fluid.pressure`	number	Yes	Pressure in bara
`fluid.mixingRule`	string	Yes	Usually `"classic"` for SRK/PR, `"CLASSIC_TX_CPA"` for CPA
`fluid.multiPhaseCheck`	boolean	No	Set `true` for water+HC or 3-phase systems
`fluid.components`	object	Yes	Component name → mole fraction (must sum to ~1.0)
`process[].type`	string	Yes	Equipment type from the Equipment Type Table below
`process[].name`	string	Yes	Unique equipment tag / display name
`process[].inlet`	string	Conditional	Stream reference (dot-notation). Required for all except 1st Stream
`process[].properties`	object	No	Equipment-specific settings (see Properties Reference)
`autoRun`	boolean	No	Set `true` to auto-run after building

Multiple Fluids (Named)

For processes with different feed compositions, use the fluids map:

{
  "fluids": {
    "gas_feed": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": 323.15, "pressure": 80.0, "mixingRule": "classic", "components": {"methane": 0.90, "ethane": 0.05, "propane": 0.03, "n-butane": 0.02} },
    "water_feed": { "model": "CPA", "temperature": 293.15, "pressure": 80.0, "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA", "components": {"water": 0.999, "MEG": 0.001} }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "gas inlet", "fluidRef": "gas_feed", "properties": {"flowRate": [50000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "water inlet", "fluidRef": "water_feed", "properties": {"flowRate": [5000.0, "kg/hr"]}}
  ]
}

2. Equipment Type Mapping

Map natural language equipment names to NeqSim JSON type values. Use the longest matching keyword to avoid false matches.

Separation

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
separator, 2-phase separator, two-phase separator, flash drum, flash vessel, KO drum, knock-out drum, knockout drum, scrubber, inlet scrubber, suction scrubber, slug catcher, production scrubber, gas scrubber	`Separator`
3-phase separator, three-phase separator, production separator, test separator, oil-water-gas separator, 3-phase test separator	`ThreePhaseSeparator`

Compression & Expansion

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
compressor, gas compressor, export compressor, recompressor, booster compressor, LP compressor, HP compressor, 1st stage compressor, 2nd stage compressor, 3rd stage compressor, centrifugal compressor, reciprocating compressor	`Compressor`
expander, turbo-expander, turboexpander, power recovery turbine	`Expander`

Heat Transfer

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
cooler, gas cooler, aftercooler, after-cooler, intercooler, air cooler, fin fan cooler, air-fin cooler, trim cooler, export cooler, overhead condenser	`Cooler`
heater, pre-heater, preheater, line heater, electric heater, fired heater, reboiler, trim heater	`Heater`
heat exchanger, shell and tube, shell-and-tube, plate heat exchanger, plate-fin exchanger, FWHE, gas-gas exchanger, cross-exchanger, economizer	`HeatExchanger`

Valves

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
valve, throttling valve, choke valve, choke, JT valve, Joule-Thomson valve, letdown valve, control valve, pressure control valve, PCV, backpressure valve, production choke, wellhead choke	`ThrottlingValve`

Pumps

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
pump, centrifugal pump, export pump, booster pump, injection pump, feed pump, charge pump, transfer pump, multiphase pump	`Pump`

Piping Routes

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim target
line list, line-list, route table, STID route, E3D route, stress isometric, pipe run list, serial piping route, compressor suction route, compressor discharge route	`PipingRouteBuilder`

PipingRouteBuilder is not a JSON equipment type. It is a Java/Python-accessible builder for serial route hydraulics. Use it when the input table has from/to nodes, pipe lengths, sizes, elevations, fittings, valves, and K values. Extract the route rows first, then build the route model and export route.toJson() for traceability.

For P&ID valve-action studies, classify each valve before mapping it to NeqSim: control valves become ThrottlingValve equipment, isolation and shutdown valves become scenario switches or boundary states, check valves become directed route constraints, and BDV/PSV/vent valves become relief or blowdown paths.

Mixing & Splitting

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
mixer, mixing tee, junction, merge, combine	`Mixer`
splitter, tee, flow divider, bypass tee	`Splitter`
manifold, production manifold, gathering manifold, commingling manifold, subsea manifold, inlet/export header	`Manifold`

Always model a manifold as Manifold, not Mixer/Splitter. Add all inlet streams with addStream(...), then route downstream from a split stream, not getMixedStream(). A single-destination gathering manifold sets one split (setSplitFactors([1.0])) and routes getSplitStream(0); a distributing manifold sets setSplitFactors([...]) (fractions summing to 1) and reads each outlet with getSplitStream(i). getMixedStream() is the internal commingled stream (before the split) — for inspection only. The Manifold also carries header / branch diameters for hydraulics and mechanical design.

Streams

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
stream, feed, inlet, well stream, feed gas, feed stream, input, source	`Stream`

Other Equipment

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
tank, storage tank, atmospheric tank, settling tank, buffer tank	`Tank`
flare, flare stack, flare header, HP flare, LP flare	`Flare`
recycle, recirculation	`Recycle`
ejector, jet pump, steam ejector, gas ejector	`Ejector`
TEG absorber, glycol contactor, TEG contactor, dehydration absorber	`SimpleTEGAbsorber`
reservoir, simple reservoir	`SimpleReservoir`
electrolyzer, water electrolyzer, PEM electrolyzer	`Electrolyzer`
CO2 electrolyzer	`CO2Electrolyzer`
fuel cell	`FuelCell`
wind turbine	`WindTurbine`
solar panel, PV panel	`SolarPanel`
battery storage, battery, BESS	`BatteryStorage`
ammonia reactor, Haber-Bosch reactor, ammonia synthesis	`AmmoniaSynthesisReactor`
distillation column, fractionation column, distillation tower, deethanizer, demethanizer, depropanizer, debutanizer, stripper column, stabilizer column	`DistillationColumn`
pipe, pipe segment, pipeline, flowline, adiabatic pipe	`AdiabaticPipe`
stream saturator, saturator, water saturator	`StreamSaturatorUtil`

3. Stream Wiring (Dot-Notation)

Equipment is connected via dot-notation references in the inlet field.

Port Reference Table

Upstream Equipment Type	Port Syntax	Resolves To
`Stream`	`"feed"` (name only, no port)	The stream directly
`Separator`	`"HP Sep.gasOut"`	Gas outlet stream
`Separator`	`"HP Sep.liquidOut"`	Liquid outlet stream
`ThreePhaseSeparator`	`"Inlet Sep.gasOut"`	Gas outlet
`ThreePhaseSeparator`	`"Inlet Sep.oilOut"`	Oil outlet
`ThreePhaseSeparator`	`"Inlet Sep.waterOut"`	Water outlet
`ThreePhaseSeparator`	`"Inlet Sep.liquidOut"`	Oil outlet (alias)
`Compressor`	`"Comp.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Cooler`	`"Cooler.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Heater`	`"Heater.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`ThrottlingValve`	`"Valve.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Pump`	`"Pump.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Expander`	`"Expander.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Mixer`	`"Mixer.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Splitter`	`"Splitter.outlet"`	Outlet stream (first split)
`Splitter`	`"Splitter.split0"`	Split port 0
`Splitter`	`"Splitter.split1"`	Split port 1
`Splitter`	`"Splitter.splitN"`	Split port N (zero-indexed)
`HeatExchanger`	`"HX.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`DistillationColumn`	`"Column.gasOut"`	Gas (overhead) outlet
`DistillationColumn`	`"Column.liquidOut"`	Liquid (bottoms) outlet
`Tank`	`"Tank.outlet"`	Outlet stream

Wiring Rules

First equipment MUST be a Stream — it gets the fluid from the fluid section
Every subsequent equipment MUST have an inlet reference pointing to a previously defined equipment
For separators, specify the port — gasOut, liquidOut, oilOut, waterOut
For single-outlet equipment — use "name.outlet" or just "name" (default resolves to outlet)
Do NOT create circular references — the JSON builder does not support recycle loops directly (add Recycle equipment for convergence)
Branching is supported — multiple equipment can reference different ports of the same separator
Mixer multi-inlet: use "inlets" (plural) — Mixers require "inlets": ["stream1", "stream2"] (array). Do NOT use "inlet" with an array — it will fail with "Array must have size 1"
Separator name without port returns null — resolveStreamReference("HP Sep") returns null. Always use "HP Sep.gasOut" or "HP Sep.liquidOut"

Branching Example

{"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "inlet sep", "inlet": "feed"},
{"type": "Compressor", "name": "gas comp", "inlet": "inlet sep.gasOut", ...},
{"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "oil valve", "inlet": "inlet sep.oilOut", ...},
{"type": "Pump", "name": "water pump", "inlet": "inlet sep.waterOut", ...}

Mixer Multi-Inlet Example

{"type": "Stream", "name": "gas 1", "properties": {"flowRate": [10000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
{"type": "Stream", "name": "gas 2", "properties": {"flowRate": [5000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
{"type": "Mixer", "name": "gas mixer", "inlets": ["gas 1", "gas 2"]},
{"type": "Cooler", "name": "mixed cooler", "inlet": "gas mixer", "properties": {"outletTemperature": [25.0, "C"]}}

CRITICAL: Use "inlets" (plural key, with array value) for Mixer/multi-inlet equipment. Using "inlet" with an array value will fail.

4. Equipment Properties Reference

Stream

Property	Type	Unit	Example
`flowRate`	`[number, "unit"]`	kg/hr, MSm3/day, Am3/hr	`[75000.0, "kg/hr"]`
`temperature`	number	Kelvin	`353.15` (= 80°C)
`pressure`	number	bara	`65.0`

Compressor

Property	Type	Default	Description
`outletPressure`	number (bara)	—	Discharge pressure
`isentropicEfficiency`	number (0-1)	0.75	Isentropic efficiency
`polytropicEfficiency`	number (0-1)	—	Polytropic efficiency (alternative)
`usePolytropicCalc`	boolean	false	Use polytropic head calculation

Cooler / Heater

Property	Type	Default	Description
`outTemperature`	number (K)	—	Outlet temperature in Kelvin
`outletTemperature`	`[number, "unit"]`	—	Outlet temperature with unit (e.g., `[25.0, "C"]`)

Property Unit Arrays: Equipment properties can be specified with units using the [value, "unit"] array format. This applies to any property that accepts a unit string, such as outletTemperature, flowRate, etc. The JSON builder uses Java reflection to find matching setter methods.

ThrottlingValve

Property	Type	Default	Description
`outletPressure`	number (bara)	—	Downstream pressure

Pump

Property	Type	Default	Description
`outletPressure`	number (bara)	—	Discharge pressure
`isentropicEfficiency`	number (0-1)	0.75	Isentropic efficiency

Separator / ThreePhaseSeparator

No required properties. Operates at inlet conditions.

Splitter

Property	Type	Default	Description
`splitNumber`	integer	—	Number of outlet streams
`splitFactors`	`[number, ...]`	—	Split factors per outlet (e.g., `[0.5, 0.5]`)

DistillationColumn

Property	Type	Default	Description
`numberOfTrays`	integer	10	Number of theoretical trays
`hasReboiler`	boolean	true	Whether column has a reboiler
`hasCondenser`	boolean	true	Whether column has a condenser

HeatExchanger (Multi-Inlet)

HeatExchanger supports two inlets (hot and cold side):

{"type": "HeatExchanger", "name": "gas-gas HX",
 "inlets": ["hot stream", "cold stream"]}

The first inlet becomes the feed stream; the second is set via setFeedStream(1, stream).

AdiabaticPipe

Property	Type	Default	Description
`length`	number (m)	—	Pipe length in meters
`diameter`	number (m)	—	Pipe inner diameter in meters

Route-Level Piping Line Lists

When the source has a line-list or stress-isometric table, extract these fields before constructing the route:

Extracted field	Required	Notes
`segment_id`	Yes	Line number, row id, or generated `S1`, `S2`
`from_node`, `to_node`	Yes	Equipment tag, nozzle, tee, manifold, or route node
`length`, `length_unit`	Yes	Straight pipe length, not equivalent length
`internal_diameter`, `diameter_unit`	Yes	Convert NPS/schedule to internal diameter first
`wall_thickness`, `wall_thickness_unit`	No	Store if schedule or stress iso gives it
`elevation_change`, `elevation_unit`	No	Positive uphill, negative downhill
`roughness`, `roughness_unit`	No	Use default roughness when only piping class is known
`minor_losses`	No	Fittings/valves as `{type, k_value}` rows
`source_ref`	Yes	Drawing/page/row reference for traceability

Route extraction workflow:

Sort rows in hydraulic flow order from upstream to downstream.
Convert NPS/schedule to internal diameter before calling addSegment(...).
Convert every valve, bend, tee, reducer, strainer, and entry/exit loss to K.
For a route-only study, build the route with PipingRouteBuilder.build(feedStream) and run the returned ProcessSystem.
For a full plant model, call route.addToProcessSystem(process, inletStream) and pass the returned outlet stream to the downstream equipment. Use the overload with source-equipment metadata when the inlet is an upstream equipment outlet stream.
Save route.toJson() and pressure-drop results in the task folder.

Reference guide: docs/process/piping_route_builder.md.

5. Component Name Mapping

Map common aliases to NeqSim database names. The NeqSim name is case-sensitive.

Hydrocarbon Components

Common Aliases	NeqSim Name
C1, CH4, methane	`methane`
C2, C2H6, ethane	`ethane`
C3, C3H8, propane	`propane`
iC4, i-C4, isobutane	`i-butane`
nC4, n-C4, butane, normal-butane	`n-butane`
iC5, i-C5, isopentane	`i-pentane`
nC5, n-C5, pentane, normal-pentane	`n-pentane`
nC6, n-C6, hexane	`n-hexane`
nC7, n-C7, heptane	`n-heptane`
nC8, n-C8, octane	`n-octane`
nC9, n-C9, nonane	`n-nonane`
nC10, n-C10, decane	`nC10`
nC11 through nC24	`nC11` through `nC24`

Non-Hydrocarbon Components

Common Aliases	NeqSim Name
CO2, carbon dioxide	`CO2`
H2S, hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen sulphide	`H2S`
N2, nitrogen	`nitrogen`
H2, hydrogen	`hydrogen`
O2, oxygen	`oxygen`
Ar, argon	`argon`
He, helium	`helium`
H2O, water	`water`
Hg, mercury	`mercury`
COS, carbonyl sulfide	`COS`
SO2, sulfur dioxide	`SO2`

Chemical Additives

Common Aliases	NeqSim Name
MEG, monoethylene glycol, ethylene glycol	`MEG`
DEG, diethylene glycol	`DEG`
TEG, triethylene glycol	`TEG`
MeOH, methanol	`methanol`
EtOH, ethanol	`ethanol`
MDEA, methyldiethanolamine	`MDEA`

Aromatics

Common Aliases	NeqSim Name
benzene, C6H6	`benzene`
toluene, C7H8, methylbenzene	`toluene`
cyclohexane, c-C6, cy-C6	`c-hexane`
cyclopentane, c-C5, cy-C5	`c-C5`

6. Unit Conversion Rules

All NeqSim JSON values must be in standard units. Convert before inserting into JSON.

Temperature

Input Unit	To Kelvin	Formula
°C, degC, Celsius	K	`T_K = T_C + 273.15`
°F, degF, Fahrenheit	K	`T_K = (T_F - 32) × 5/9 + 273.15`
K, Kelvin	K	Identity
°R, Rankine	K	`T_K = T_R × 5/9`

Pressure

Input Unit	To bara	Formula
barg, bar gauge	bara	`P_bara = P_barg + 1.01325`
bara, bar absolute	bara	Identity
psia, psi absolute	bara	`P_bara = P_psia × 0.0689476`
psig, psi gauge	bara	`P_bara = (P_psig + 14.696) × 0.0689476`
kPa, kilopascal	bara	`P_bara = P_kPa / 100.0`
MPa, megapascal	bara	`P_bara = P_MPa × 10.0`
atm, atmosphere	bara	`P_bara = P_atm × 1.01325`

Flow Rate

Flow rate in JSON uses the [value, "unit"] array format. Supported unit strings:

Unit String	Description
`"kg/hr"`	Kilograms per hour (mass flow)
`"kg/min"`	Kilograms per minute
`"kg/sec"`	Kilograms per second
`"m3/hr"`	Cubic meters per hour (volume flow)
`"Am3/hr"`	Actual cubic meters per hour
`"Sm3/hr"`	Standard cubic meters per hour
`"MSm3/day"`	Million standard cubic meters per day
`"idSm3/day"`	Ideal standard cubic meters per day
`"mole/sec"`	Moles per second
`"mole/hr"`	Moles per hour

Composition: Weight% to Mole Fraction Conversion

NeqSim uses mole fractions (summing to 1.0) in the JSON components field. If the source provides weight% (wt%), mass fractions, or ppm-by-weight, convert as follows:

Formula:

For each component $i$ with weight fraction $w_i$ and molar mass $M_i$:

$$x_i = \frac{w_i / M_i}{\sum_j (w_j / M_j)}$$

Common Molar Masses (g/mol):

Component	NeqSim Name	$M$ (g/mol)
Methane	`methane`	16.04
Ethane	`ethane`	30.07
Propane	`propane`	44.10
n-Butane	`n-butane`	58.12
i-Butane	`i-butane`	58.12
n-Pentane	`n-pentane`	72.15
n-Hexane	`n-hexane`	86.18
CO2	`CO2`	44.01
H2S	`H2S`	34.08
Nitrogen	`nitrogen`	28.01
Water	`water`	18.02
MEG	`MEG`	62.07
TEG	`TEG`	150.17
MDEA	`MDEA`	119.16

Worked Example:

Input: 70 wt% methane, 20 wt% ethane, 10 wt% propane

Component	$w_i$	$M_i$	$w_i / M_i$	$x_i$ (mole frac)
methane	0.70	16.04	0.04364	0.8370
ethane	0.20	30.07	0.00665	0.1275
propane	0.10	44.10	0.00227	0.0355
Total	1.00		0.05216	1.0000

Result JSON: {"methane": 0.837, "ethane": 0.128, "propane": 0.035}

ppm-by-weight: Convert ppm_w to weight fraction first: $w_i = \text{ppm}_w \times 10^{-6}$

Volume% (gas at standard conditions): Volume% ≈ mole% for ideal gas behavior. Use directly as mole fractions.

7. EOS Model Selection

Choose the thermodynamic model based on the fluid system:

Fluid System	Recommended Model	Mixing Rule
Dry gas, lean gas, simple hydrocarbons	`SRK`	`"classic"`
Oil systems, general hydrocarbons	`PR`	`"classic"`
Water + hydrocarbons, MEG/methanol, polar	`CPA`	`"CLASSIC_TX_CPA"`
Fiscal metering, custody transfer	`GERG2008`	(none needed)
Polymer/associating fluids	`PCSAFT`	`"classic"`

Decision Rules

If water or glycol is present → use CPA with mixing rule "CLASSIC_TX_CPA" and set multiPhaseCheck: true
If accuracy for gas density/Z-factor is critical → use GERG2008
If heavy oil (C20+) → use PR or SRK with "classic" mixing rule
Default / unknown → use SRK with "classic" mixing rule

8. Extraction Workflow

Follow this step-by-step process for every extraction:

Step 1: Identify the Source Type

Text description — paragraph or bullet list describing a process
Table / spreadsheet — heat & mass balance, operating data, well test
PFD / sketch — process flow diagram (described or as image)
Data sheet — equipment data sheet with design conditions
Mixed — combination of above

Step 2: Extract Fluid Composition

Look for: mole fractions, mol%, weight%, component tables
Map component names to NeqSim names using the Component Name Mapping table
Normalize to mole fractions summing to 1.0
If weight% given, note it as an assumption (NeqSim uses mole fractions)
If no composition given, flag as missing and use a placeholder

Step 3: Extract Equipment List

Scan for equipment keywords using the Equipment Type Mapping table
Match the longest keyword first (e.g., "three-phase separator" before "separator")
Assign unique names/tags (use P&ID tags if provided, or generate descriptive names)
Record the NeqSim type for each

Step 4: Extract Stream Connectivity

Look for phrases indicating flow direction: "enters", "goes to", "feeds", "is routed to", "flows to", "passes through"
Identify which phase exits which equipment: "gas from the separator", "oil from the 3-phase separator", "compressed gas"
Build dot-notation references: "equipment_name.port"
Verify no orphan streams (every equipment except feed has an inlet)

Step 5: Extract Operating Conditions

Pressures: look for bara, barg, bar, psi, MPa, kPa, atm
Temperatures: look for °C, °F, K, degC, degF
Flow rates: look for kg/hr, t/h, MMSCFD, MSm3/d, Am3/hr
Convert all to NeqSim standard units (K, bara)
Assign to the correct equipment property

Step 6: Assemble JSON

Build the fluid section with model, T, P, mixing rule, and components
Build the process array in topological order (upstream before downstream)
First element MUST be a Stream with the feed fluid
Wire all equipment with inlet references
Set autoRun: true

Step 7: Validate and Report

Check composition sums to ~1.0 (within 0.01)
Check all stream references point to existing equipment
Check no circular references
Compute confidence score (see Confidence Scoring below)
List all assumptions made
List all missing information detected

9. Confidence Scoring

Score the extraction confidence on a 0.0–1.0 scale:

Criterion	Points
Fluid composition explicitly provided	+0.25
Feed temperature specified	+0.10
Feed pressure specified	+0.10
Feed flow rate specified	+0.10
All equipment have explicit operating conditions	+0.15
Stream topology clearly described	+0.15
Equipment tags/names from source (not generated)	+0.05
EOS model specified or inferable from context	+0.05
No conflicting information in source	+0.05

Confidence Bands

Score	Label	Recommendation
0.80–1.00	High	Run directly, review results
0.60–0.79	Medium	Run but flag assumptions for user review
0.40–0.59	Low	More information needed — show what's missing
0.00–0.39	Very Low	Cannot produce reliable simulation — ask user

10. Assumption Defaults

When information is not specified, use these engineering defaults and always track them:

Parameter	Default Value	Assumption Text
EOS model	SRK	"Default SRK EOS (not specified in source)"
Mixing rule	classic	"Classic mixing rule assumed"
Feed temperature	288.15 K (15°C)	"Standard temperature assumed (15°C)"
Feed pressure	1.01325 bara	"Atmospheric pressure assumed"
Feed flow rate	50000 kg/hr	"Default flow rate 50000 kg/hr assumed"
Compressor efficiency	0.75 (isentropic)	"Default isentropic efficiency 0.75 assumed"
Cooler outlet temp	308.15 K (35°C)	"Default cooler outlet 35°C assumed"
Composition (no data)	90% CH4, 5% C2, 3% C3, 2% nC4	"Placeholder lean gas composition used"

11. Process Templates

When the extracted topology matches a known pattern, use a template for better reliability.

Template: Gas Dew Point Control

Pattern: cooler → separator → compressor

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "dew point cooler", "inlet": "feed", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$COOLER_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "cold separator", "inlet": "dew point cooler.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "cold separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$EXPORT_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Two-Stage HP/LP Separation

Pattern: 3-phase sep → gas compression + oil letdown → LP sep → recompression

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$HP_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well stream", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "HP separator", "inlet": "well stream"},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "gas cooler", "inlet": "HP separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outTemperature": 308.15}},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "gas cooler.outlet", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$EXPORT_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "HP-LP valve", "inlet": "HP separator.oilOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$LP_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "LP separator", "inlet": "HP-LP valve.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "LP recompressor", "inlet": "LP separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$HP_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.75}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Multi-Stage Compression with Intercooling

Pattern: compressor → cooler → scrubber → compressor → cooler → scrubber → ... (N stages)

Build dynamically with equal pressure ratio per stage:

ratio_per_stage = (P_out / P_in) ^ (1/N)
stage_P[i] = P_in × ratio_per_stage^i
Each stage: Compressor → Cooler (to intercooler temp) → Separator (scrub condensate)
Last stage: Compressor only (no aftercooler/scrubber, unless specified)

Template: Gas Cooling and JT Expansion

Pattern: cooler → separator → JT valve → cold separator

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "pre-cooler", "inlet": "feed", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$PRECOOL_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "inlet scrubber", "inlet": "pre-cooler.outlet"},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "JT valve", "inlet": "inlet scrubber.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$JT_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "cold separator", "inlet": "JT valve.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Simple Oil Stabilization

Pattern: 3-phase sep → valve → flash drum → valve → atmospheric flash

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$HP_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "multiPhaseCheck": true, "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well fluid", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "production separator", "inlet": "well fluid"},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "1st stage valve", "inlet": "production separator.oilOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$STAGE2_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "2nd stage separator", "inlet": "1st stage valve.outlet"},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "2nd stage valve", "inlet": "2nd stage separator.liquidOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$STAGE3_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "stabilizer", "inlet": "2nd stage valve.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Subsea Tieback (Well → Pipeline → Platform)

Pattern: well stream → choke → pipeline → separator

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$WELLHEAD_T_K$", "pressure": "$WELLHEAD_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "multiPhaseCheck": true, "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well stream", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "production choke", "inlet": "well stream", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$CHOKE_P$"}},
    {"type": "Heater", "name": "pipeline heat loss", "inlet": "production choke.outlet", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$ARRIVAL_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "inlet separator", "inlet": "pipeline heat loss.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: TEG Dehydration

Pattern: wet gas → TEG absorber ← lean TEG; dry gas out, rich TEG out

Note: SimpleTEGAbsorber requires two input streams added via addGasInStream() and addSolventInStream(). The JSON builder currently wires via the inlet field, so for TEG dehydration, build the lean TEG stream as a separate feed with a TEG+water fluid.

{
  "fluids": {
    "wet_gas": {
      "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$",
      "mixingRule": "classic",
      "components": "$GAS_COMPOSITION_WITH_WATER$"
    },
    "lean_teg": {
      "model": "CPA", "temperature": "$TEG_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$",
      "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA",
      "components": {"TEG": 0.99, "water": 0.01}
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "wet gas feed", "fluidRef": "wet_gas", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$GAS_FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "lean TEG", "fluidRef": "lean_teg", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$TEG_FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "SimpleTEGAbsorber", "name": "TEG absorber", "inlet": "wet gas feed",
      "properties": {"numberOfStages": "$STAGES$", "stageEfficiency": 0.5}},
    {"type": "Heater", "name": "TEG reboiler sim", "inlet": "TEG absorber.liquidOut",
      "properties": {"outTemperature": "$REBOILER_T_K$"}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Typical defaults: 3–5 stages, stage efficiency 0.5, lean TEG flow 5–10× water to remove, reboiler at ~200°C (473 K). TEG purity: 99–99.5 wt%.

Template: NGL Recovery (Turbo-Expander + Demethanizer)

Pattern: gas inlet → cooler → expander → demethanizer column; overhead = sales gas, bottoms = NGL

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "inlet gas", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "gas chiller", "inlet": "inlet gas", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$CHILLER_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "cold separator", "inlet": "gas chiller.outlet"},
    {"type": "Expander", "name": "turbo-expander", "inlet": "cold separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$EXPANDER_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.85}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "liquid JT valve", "inlet": "cold separator.liquidOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$EXPANDER_P$"}},
    {"type": "Mixer", "name": "column feed mixer", "inlets": ["turbo-expander.outlet", "liquid JT valve.outlet"]},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "demethanizer sim", "inlet": "column feed mixer.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "residue compressor", "inlet": "demethanizer sim.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$SALES_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Note: For a rigorous demethanizer, replace the Separator with a Column (DistillationColumn). The simplified version uses a cold separator as a proxy. Typical expander outlet: 15–25 bara, efficiency 0.82–0.88, chiller to –30°C to –40°C.

Template: Acid Gas Removal (Amine Sweetening)

Pattern: sour gas → amine absorber ← lean amine; sweet gas out, rich amine to regenerator

Note: Uses SimpleTEGAbsorber which works for generic absorption. For amine-specific thermodynamics, the CPA EOS with MDEA is recommended.

{
  "fluids": {
    "sour_gas": {
      "model": "CPA", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$",
      "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA",
      "components": "$SOUR_GAS_COMPOSITION$"
    },
    "lean_amine": {
      "model": "CPA", "temperature": "$AMINE_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$",
      "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA",
      "components": {"MDEA": 0.40, "water": 0.60}
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "sour gas feed", "fluidRef": "sour_gas", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$GAS_FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "lean amine", "fluidRef": "lean_amine", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$AMINE_FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "SimpleTEGAbsorber", "name": "amine absorber", "inlet": "sour gas feed",
      "properties": {"numberOfStages": "$STAGES$", "stageEfficiency": 0.5}},
    {"type": "Heater", "name": "amine regenerator sim", "inlet": "amine absorber.liquidOut",
      "properties": {"outTemperature": "$REGEN_T_K$"}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Typical defaults: 10–20 stages, MDEA 40–50 wt%, amine circulation rate 50–100 L/kg acid gas, regenerator at 120–130°C. Use CPA EOS with mixing rule "CLASSIC_TX_CPA" for polar systems.

Template: Produced Water Treatment (Degassing)

Pattern: produced water → heater → 3-phase separator → water stripper or flash drum

{
  "fluid": { "model": "CPA", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$", "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA", "multiPhaseCheck": true,
    "components": "$WATER_OIL_GAS_COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "produced water", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Heater", "name": "water heater", "inlet": "produced water", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$HEATER_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "water degasser", "inlet": "water heater.outlet"},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "flash valve", "inlet": "water degasser.waterOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$FLASH_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "atmospheric flash", "inlet": "flash valve.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Typical defaults: Produced water at 60–80°C, degassing at 1–3 bara. Use CPA EOS with mixing rule "CLASSIC_TX_CPA" when water is a major component. Composition: primarily water (>95 mol%) with dissolved methane, CO2, and trace hydrocarbons.

12. Worked Examples

Example 1: Simple Text Description

Input:

"Feed gas at 80 bara and 40°C enters a cooler to 15°C. The cooled stream goes to a separator. Gas from the separator is compressed to 120 bara."

Extraction:

Step	Extracted
Composition	NOT PROVIDED → flag as missing, use placeholder
Feed T	40°C → `313.15` K
Feed P	80 bara → `80.0`
Cooler	Target 15°C → `outTemperature: 288.15`
Separator	After cooler, takes gas port
Compressor	120 bara → `outletPressure: 120.0`

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 313.15, "pressure": 80.0,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {"methane": 0.90, "ethane": 0.05, "propane": 0.03, "n-butane": 0.02}
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed gas", "properties": {"flowRate": [50000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "gas cooler", "inlet": "feed gas", "properties": {"outTemperature": 288.15}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "scrubber", "inlet": "gas cooler.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "scrubber.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 120.0, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.75}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Report:

Confidence: 0.50 (temperature ✓, pressure ✓, topology ✓, but no composition, no flow rate)
Assumptions: Placeholder composition (90% CH4), default flow rate 50000 kg/hr, default compressor efficiency 0.75, SRK EOS
Missing: Feed composition, feed flow rate

Example 2: Process with Composition

Input:

"The well stream arrives at 65 bara and 80°C with 75000 kg/hr. Composition: 80% methane, 8% ethane, 5% propane, 3% CO2, 2% n-butane, 1% N2, 0.5% n-pentane, 0.5% n-hexane. It enters a 3-phase separator. Gas goes to a compressor at 120 bara. Oil goes through a letdown valve to 15 bara."

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 353.15, "pressure": 65.0,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {
      "methane": 0.80, "ethane": 0.08, "propane": 0.05,
      "CO2": 0.03, "n-butane": 0.02, "nitrogen": 0.01,
      "n-pentane": 0.005, "n-hexane": 0.005
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well stream", "properties": {"flowRate": [75000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "inlet separator", "inlet": "well stream"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "gas compressor", "inlet": "inlet separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 120.0, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.75}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "letdown valve", "inlet": "inlet separator.oilOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 15.0}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Report:

Confidence: 0.85
Assumptions: SRK EOS (not specified), default compressor efficiency 0.75
Missing: Compressor efficiency, separator operating temperature

Example 3: From a Heat & Mass Balance Table

Input Table:

Stream	Phase	T (°C)	P (barg)	Flow (t/h)	CH4 mol%	C2H6 mol%	C3H8 mol%	CO2 mol%
Feed	V+L	60	48	120	82.5	7.2	4.1	2.3

Equipment List: HP separator → export compressor (95 barg) → aftercooler (35°C) → scrubber

Extraction:

T = 60°C → 333.15 K; P = 48 barg → 49.01325 bara
Flow = 120 t/h → 120000 kg/hr
Composition: map aliases, normalize remainder to nC4
Export P = 95 barg → 96.01325 bara

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 333.15, "pressure": 49.01325,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {
      "methane": 0.825, "ethane": 0.072, "propane": 0.041,
      "CO2": 0.023, "n-butane": 0.039
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": [120000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "HP separator", "inlet": "feed"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "HP separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 96.01325, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.75}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "aftercooler", "inlet": "export compressor.outlet", "properties": {"outTemperature": 308.15}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "export scrubber", "inlet": "aftercooler.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Report:

Confidence: 0.90 (composition ✓, conditions ✓, flow ✓, equipment clear)
Assumptions: SRK EOS, default compressor efficiency, remaining 3.9 mol% assigned to n-butane
Missing: Compressor efficiency, individual heavy component split

Example 4: From Equipment Tag List (ProcessPilot style)

Input:

Separators: 20VA001 (HP, 50 barg, 60°C), 20VB001 (LP, 14 barg)
Compressors: 23KA600 (discharge 60 barg, eff 0.78)
Valves: 20XV001 (outlet 15 barg)
Topology: feed→20VA001, 20VA001.gasOut→23KA600, 20VA001.oilOut→20XV001, 20XV001.outlet→20VB001
Feed: 100000 kg/hr, 60°C, 50 barg

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 333.15, "pressure": 51.01325,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {"methane": 0.90, "ethane": 0.05, "propane": 0.03, "n-butane": 0.02}
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": [100000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "20VA001", "inlet": "feed"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "23KA600", "inlet": "20VA001.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 61.01325, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "20XV001", "inlet": "20VA001.oilOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 16.01325}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "20VB001", "inlet": "20XV001.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Example 5: Multi-Stage Compression (from a design report)

Input:

"Compress LP gas from 5 bara to 150 bara in 3 stages with intercooling to 30°C. Gas composition: 88% methane, 6% ethane, 3% propane, 2% CO2, 1% nitrogen. Feed is 25000 kg/hr at 25°C."

Extraction:

3 stages, ratio = (150/5)^(1/3) = 3.107
Stage 1: 5 → 15.5 bara
Stage 2: 15.5 → 48.2 bara
Stage 3: 48.2 → 150 bara

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 298.15, "pressure": 5.0,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {"methane": 0.88, "ethane": 0.06, "propane": 0.03, "CO2": 0.02, "nitrogen": 0.01}
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed gas", "properties": {"flowRate": [25000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "compressor stage 1", "inlet": "feed gas", "properties": {"outletPressure": 15.5, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "aftercooler 1", "inlet": "compressor stage 1.outlet", "properties": {"outTemperature": 303.15}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "scrubber 1", "inlet": "aftercooler 1.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "compressor stage 2", "inlet": "scrubber 1.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 48.2, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "aftercooler 2", "inlet": "compressor stage 2.outlet", "properties": {"outTemperature": 303.15}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "scrubber 2", "inlet": "aftercooler 2.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "compressor stage 3", "inlet": "scrubber 2.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 150.0, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

13. Output Format

Every extraction MUST produce three things:

1. The NeqSim JSON

The complete JSON object ready for ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun().

2. Extraction Report

Present as a structured summary:

EXTRACTION REPORT
─────────────────
Source type:  [text / table / PFD / data sheet / mixed]
Confidence:  [0.XX] — [High / Medium / Low / Very Low]
Equipment:   [N] units extracted
Streams:     [N] connections wired

Assumptions Used:
  - [assumption 1]
  - [assumption 2]
  ...

Missing Information:
  - [missing item 1]
  - [missing item 2]
  ...

Warnings:
  - [warning 1]
  ...

3. Simulation Results (after running)

SIMULATION RESULTS
──────────────────
Status: [SUCCESS / ERROR]

Equipment        T (°C)    P (bara)   Flow (kg/hr)   Notes
─────────       ──────    ────────   ────────────   ─────
Feed              80.0      65.0      75000          —
HP Separator      80.0      65.0      —              Gas + Oil split
Gas Compressor   145.2     120.0      62000          Power: 2450 kW
Oil Valve         55.3      15.0      13000          —

14. Error Handling

If ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun() returns errors, interpret them:

Error Code	Meaning	Likely Fix
`JSON_PARSE_ERROR`	Malformed JSON	Check JSON syntax (missing comma, unmatched brace)
`MISSING_PROCESS`	No `process` array	Add the process equipment array
`MISSING_TYPE`	Equipment has no `type`	Add `"type": "..."` to the unit definition
`STREAM_NOT_FOUND`	Inlet reference points to nonexistent equipment	Check equipment order and name spelling
`FLUID_NOT_FOUND`	`fluidRef` points to undefined fluid	Define the fluid in the `fluids` section
`NO_FLUID`	Stream has no fluid	Define a `fluid` section or add `fluidRef`
`UNKNOWN_MODEL`	Unrecognized EOS model	Use: SRK, PR, CPA, GERG2008, PCSAFT, UMRPRU
`UNIT_ERROR`	Equipment creation failed	Check property values and types
`SIMULATION_ERROR`	Runtime failure during `process.run()`	Check pressure/temperature ranges, compositions

Tolerant Error Handling

The JSON builder uses tolerant error handling for stream wiring: when a stream reference cannot be resolved (e.g., the upstream unit was skipped), the equipment is removed from the process rather than failing the entire build. These show up as warnings (not errors) in SimulationResult. Similarly, if process.run() throws an exception, it is caught and returned as a warning — the process is still returned in its partially-run state.

This means result.isSuccess() can be true even when result.hasWarnings() is also true. Always check warnings to identify any equipment that was skipped:

result = ProcessSystem.fromJson(json_str)
if result.hasWarnings():
    for w in result.getWarnings():
        print(f"WARNING [{w.getCode()}]: {w.getMessage()}")

15. Operating Data Bridge Patterns

Patterns for converting operating data from external sources (Excel, CSV, historians) into NeqSim JSON.

From Excel / CSV Tabular Data

When operating data arrives as a table (common in FEED reports, well tests, plant data):

Step 1 — Identify columns:

Column Type	Maps To
Stream name / tag	`"name"` in process array
Temperature (with unit)	`"outTemperature"` (convert to K)
Pressure (with unit)	`"outletPressure"` / fluid `"pressure"`
Flow rate (with unit)	`"flowRate"` property
Composition columns (CH4 mol%, C2H6 mol%, ...)	`"components"` in fluid
Equipment tag (e.g., 20VA001)	`"name"`
Equipment type (separator, compressor, ...)	`"type"` (via equipment mapping)

Step 2 — Build JSON from rows:

Excel Row:                          NeqSim JSON Unit:
┌─────────────────────────────┐    ┌──────────────────────────────────┐
│ Tag: 23KA601                │ →  │ "name": "23KA601"                │
│ Type: Centrifugal compressor│ →  │ "type": "Compressor"             │
│ Suction P: 48 barg          │ →  │ (inlet stream pressure)          │
│ Discharge P: 95 barg        │ →  │ "outletPressure": 96.01325       │
│ Efficiency: 78%             │ →  │ "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78     │
│ Inlet: from 20VA001 gas     │ →  │ "inlet": "20VA001.gasOut"        │
└─────────────────────────────┘    └──────────────────────────────────┘

Step 3 — Handle multi-row compositions:

If composition is spread across rows (one row per component):

Component    mol%
methane      82.5
ethane        7.2
propane       4.1
CO2           2.3
remainder     3.9  ← assign to n-butane or split to nC4/nC5

Convert to: {"methane": 0.825, "ethane": 0.072, "propane": 0.041, "CO2": 0.023, "n-butane": 0.039}

From Plant Historian Data (PI / IP.21)

When operating data comes from realtime historians:

Tag Mapping Pattern:

Historian Tag            → NeqSim Parameter
─────────────           ─────────────────
PT-20001.PV (bara)      → feed stream pressure
TT-20001.PV (°C)        → feed stream temperature (+273.15)
FT-20001.PV (kg/hr)     → feed stream flowRate
AT-20001-CH4.PV (mol%)  → fluid component "methane" (/100)
AT-20001-C2H6.PV (mol%) → fluid component "ethane" (/100)
PT-23001.PV (bara)      → compressor outletPressure

JSON with Historian Placeholder Tags:

Use "$TAG:tagname$" placeholders that a data bridge fills at runtime:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK",
    "temperature": "$TAG:TT-20001.PV+273.15$",
    "pressure": "$TAG:PT-20001.PV$",
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {
      "methane": "$TAG:AT-20001-CH4.PV/100$",
      "ethane": "$TAG:AT-20001-C2H6.PV/100$"
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$TAG:FT-20001.PV$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "23KA001", "inlet": "feed",
      "properties": {"outletPressure": "$TAG:PT-23001.PV$"}}
  ]
}

Python Data Bridge Example (pandas):

import pandas as pd
import json

# Load operating data from Excel
df = pd.read_excel("operating_data.xlsx", sheet_name="Well Test")

# Build fluid composition from columns
composition = {}
component_map = {"CH4": "methane", "C2H6": "ethane", "C3H8": "propane",
                 "CO2": "CO2", "N2": "nitrogen", "H2S": "H2S"}
for col, neqsim_name in component_map.items():
    if col in df.columns:
        val = float(df[col].iloc[0])
        if val > 1.0:  # Likely mol% not fraction
            val /= 100.0
        composition[neqsim_name] = round(val, 6)

# Normalize
total = sum(composition.values())
composition = {k: round(v / total, 6) for k, v in composition.items()}

# Build JSON
neqsim_json = {
    "fluid": {
        "model": "SRK",
        "temperature": float(df["Temperature_C"].iloc[0]) + 273.15,
        "pressure": float(df["Pressure_bara"].iloc[0]),
        "mixingRule": "classic",
        "components": composition
    },
    "process": [
        {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed",
         "properties": {"flowRate": [float(df["FlowRate_kghr"].iloc[0]), "kg/hr"]}}
        # ... add equipment from equipment sheet
    ],
    "autoRun": True
}

Handling Common Data Issues

Issue	Detection	Fix
Composition sums to ~100 not ~1	Sum > 1.5	Divide all values by 100
Composition sums to < 0.95	Sum < 0.95	Assign remainder to heaviest component, flag assumption
Pressure in barg not bara	Values look low (< 1 for HP systems)	Add 1.01325 to convert
Temperature in °C not K	Values < 200 for process	Add 273.15
Missing flow units	No unit column	Default to kg/hr, flag assumption
ppm trace components	Values > 100 in composition column	Convert: mol_frac = ppm × 1e-6

16. ProcessSystem vs ProcessModule Architecture

NeqSim has three levels of process model organization. The extraction agent MUST choose the right level before assembling JSON or Python code.

Decision Guide

Process Complexity	Units	Recycles	Architecture	JSON Support
Simple / linear	1–8	0–1	Single `ProcessSystem`	YES — use `fromJsonAndRun()`
Medium	5–15	0–1	Single `ProcessSystem`	YES — use `fromJsonAndRun()`
Large / multi-area	10–50+	0–3+	`ProcessModule` composing multiple `ProcessSystem`s	NO — must use Python/Java code
Reusable subsystem	any	internal	`ProcessModuleBaseClass` subclass	NO — must use Python/Java code

Decision rules (apply in order):

Can the entire process be expressed as a single linear/branching chain? → Single ProcessSystem via JSON.
Does the process have ≤ 1 recycle loop with ≤ 15 total units? → Single ProcessSystem via JSON (recycles supported via Recycle equipment type).
Does the process have distinct plant areas (e.g., separation train + compression + dehydration + export) with different fluids or cross-area recycles? → Split into multiple ProcessSystem objects inside a ProcessModule.
Does a pre-built module exist (separation, TEG dehydration, CO2 removal, adsorption)? → Use the corresponding ProcessModuleBaseClass subclass.
Does the process require > 50 units or nested recycles across areas? → Use nested ProcessModule containing other ProcessModules.

Architecture A: Single ProcessSystem (JSON-compatible)

When to use: Most extraction scenarios. The JSON builder creates a single ProcessSystem with equipment wired via stream references.

┌──────────────────────────────────────────┐
│           ProcessSystem                  │
│                                          │
│  Stream → Cooler → Separator → Compressor│
│                      │                   │
│                      └→ Valve → LP Sep   │
└──────────────────────────────────────────┘

Limitations of single ProcessSystem:

All equipment shares one feed fluid definition
One convergence loop (adjusters + recycles solved together)
No sub-module encapsulation
Gets unwieldy above ~15-20 units

Architecture B: ProcessModuleBaseClass (Reusable Black-Box Modules)

When to use: The source describes a standard process subsystem that matches one of NeqSim's pre-built modules. Use the module directly rather than rebuilding from individual equipment.

Available pre-built modules:

Module Class	Purpose	Input Streams	Output Streams
`SeparationTrainModule`	Multi-stage HP/MP/LP separation	`"feed stream"`	`"gas exit stream"`, `"oil exit stream"`
`SeparationTrainModuleSimple`	Simplified 2-stage separation	`"feed stream"`	`"gas exit stream"`, `"oil exit stream"`
`GlycolDehydrationlModule`	TEG dehydration (absorber + stripper + regen)	`"gasStreamToAbsorber"`, `"strippingGas"`	`"gasStreamFromAbsorber"`, `"liquidFromStripper"`
`CO2RemovalModule`	CO2 absorption/stripping	`"streamToAbsorber"`	`"streamFromAbsorber"`
`AdsorptionDehydrationlModule`	Adsorption dehydration with multiple beds	`"gasStreamToAdsorber"`	`"gasStreamFromAdsorber"`
`DPCUModule`	Dew Point Control Unit (expander + column)	`"feed stream"`	`"gas exit stream"`, `"oil exit stream"`
`PropaneCoolingModule`	Propane refrigeration cycle	`"refrigerant"`	`"refrigerant"`
`MEGReclaimerModule`	MEG reclamation	`"streamToReclaimer"`	`"streamToWaterRemoval"`
`MixerGasProcessingModule`	Gas processing with glycol injection	`"feed stream"`, `"glycol feed stream"`	`"gas exit stream"`, `"oil exit stream"`
`WellFluidModule`	Well fluid characterization & separation	`"feed stream"`	single outlet

Pattern — module as equipment in ProcessSystem:

# A module IS a ProcessEquipmentInterface — add it to a ProcessSystem
from neqsim import jneqsim

SepModule = jneqsim.process.processmodel.processmodules.SeparationTrainModule

sep_module = SepModule("separation train")
sep_module.addInputStream("feed stream", feed_stream)
sep_module.setSpecification("pressure1", 65.0)  # HP sep pressure
sep_module.setSpecification("pressure2", 25.0)  # MP sep pressure
sep_module.setSpecification("pressure3", 5.0)   # LP sep pressure

process = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessSystem()
process.add(feed_stream)
process.add(sep_module)  # Module treated as 1 equipment
process.run()

# Get output streams from module
gas_out = sep_module.getOutputStream("gas exit stream")
oil_out = sep_module.getOutputStream("oil exit stream")

Key API:

addInputStream(String name, StreamInterface stream) — wire input by port name
getOutputStream(String name) — get output by port name
getOperations() → ProcessSystem — access the internal process
getUnit(String name) — access individual equipment inside the module
initializeModule() — called automatically when added to a ProcessSystem

Architecture C: ProcessModule (Multi-System Composition)

When to use: The source describes a large facility with multiple distinct process areas that need separate convergence or different thermodynamic models.

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                    ProcessModule                        │
│                                                         │
│  ┌──────────────┐   ┌──────────────┐   ┌─────────────┐ │
│  │ ProcessSystem │──►│ ProcessSystem │──►│ProcessSystem│ │
│  │  Separation   │   │  Compression │   │ Dehydration │ │
│  └──────────────┘   └──────────────┘   └─────────────┘ │
│         │                                    │          │
│         └──────── recycle stream ─────────────┘          │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Pattern — composing multiple ProcessSystems:

from neqsim import jneqsim

ProcessSystem = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessSystem
ProcessModule = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessModule

# Build each plant area as a separate ProcessSystem
sep_system = ProcessSystem()
sep_system.add(feed_stream)
sep_system.add(hp_separator)
sep_system.add(lp_separator)

comp_system = ProcessSystem()
comp_system.add(gas_from_sep)      # shared stream object links the systems
comp_system.add(compressor_1)
comp_system.add(aftercooler_1)
comp_system.add(compressor_2)

dehyd_system = ProcessSystem()
dehyd_system.add(compressed_gas)   # shared stream object
dehyd_system.add(teg_absorber)
dehyd_system.add(dry_gas_stream)

# Compose into a ProcessModule
plant = ProcessModule("Gas Processing Plant")
plant.add(sep_system)
plant.add(comp_system)
plant.add(dehyd_system)
plant.run()  # Runs sub-systems in order; handles cross-system recycles

# Access any equipment across all sub-systems
comp = plant.getUnit("compressor 1")
print(f"Power: {comp.getPower('kW'):.0f} kW")

Key API for ProcessModule:

Method	Description
`add(ProcessSystem)`	Add a sub-system
`add(ProcessModule)`	Nest another module
`run()`	Run all sub-systems (handles cross-system recycles)
`getUnit(String name)`	Find equipment across all sub-systems
`getAllProcessSystems()`	Recursively list all ProcessSystems
`getSubSystemCount()`	Number of sub-systems + nested modules
`hasRecycleLoops()`	Detect cross-system recycles
`validateStructure()`	Check for errors (empty modules, disconnected systems)
`buildModelGraph()`	Build directed graph for topology analysis
`getCalculationOrder()`	Topological sort across all sub-systems
`checkMassBalance(String unit)`	Mass balance verification
`copy()`	Deep serialization copy

Cross-system wiring mechanism: Systems connect through shared stream objects. When equipment in system A produces an outlet stream, that same Java object is used as the inlet to equipment in system B. The ProcessModelGraphBuilder automatically detects these cross-system links.

Recycle convergence: If recycles span multiple sub-systems, ProcessModule.run() flattens all units and iterates until all recycles converge (max 100 iterations).

Extraction Workflow Integration

When extracting from a source document, add a Step 0 before the normal extraction:

Step 0: Classify Process Complexity

Count the total number of equipment items mentioned
Identify distinct plant areas (separation, compression, dehydration, etc.)
Check for cross-area recycles (e.g., regenerated solvent returning to absorber)
Check if any area matches a pre-built module
Choose architecture:

Finding	Architecture	Output
≤ 15 units, single area or simple branching	A: Single ProcessSystem	JSON
Standard subsystem (TEG, CO2 removal, etc.)	B: ProcessModuleBaseClass	Python code using pre-built module
Multiple areas, > 15 units, or cross-area recycles	C: ProcessModule	Python code composing ProcessSystems
Giant facility (> 50 units) or nested recycles	C: Nested ProcessModules	Python code with nested modules

Important: When Architecture B or C is chosen, the extraction agent MUST:

Still extract all parameters using the same skill rules (units, component names, etc.)
Produce Python code instead of (or in addition to) JSON
Clearly state why JSON alone is insufficient
Use ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun() for individual sub-systems where possible, then compose them in Python

Hybrid Approach (JSON + Python Composition)

For large processes, use JSON for each sub-system and compose in Python:

import json
from neqsim import jneqsim

ProcessSystem = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessSystem
ProcessModule = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessModule

# Each plant area as JSON → ProcessSystem
sep_json = json.dumps({"fluid": {...}, "process": [...]})
comp_json = json.dumps({"fluid": {...}, "process": [...]})

sep_result = ProcessSystem.fromJson(sep_json)   # build but don't run yet
sep_process = sep_result.getProcessSystem()

comp_result = ProcessSystem.fromJson(comp_json)
comp_process = comp_result.getProcessSystem()

# Wire cross-system streams
# Get output from separation and set as input to compression
sep_gas = sep_process.getUnit("HP separator").getGasOutStream()
comp_feed = comp_process.getUnit("comp feed")  # The Stream in comp_json
# Replace comp feed's fluid with sep gas's fluid
comp_feed.setThermoSystem(sep_gas.getThermoSystem().clone())

# Compose and run
plant = ProcessModule("plant")
plant.add(sep_process)
plant.add(comp_process)
plant.run()

When NOT to Use Modules

Simple processes — don't over-architect a 4-unit process with modules
Learning / demos — use single ProcessSystem for clarity
JSON-only requirement — modules require Python/Java code
No cross-area interaction — independent systems can just be separate fromJsonAndRun() calls

17. Word Document (.docx) Input Support

Process descriptions often arrive as Word documents. This section covers extracting simulation parameters from .docx files using python-docx.

Required Library

import docx  # pip install python-docx

Document Loading Pattern

import os, docx

DOC_PATHS = [
    os.path.join(os.path.dirname(globals().get("__vsc_ipynb_file__", "")),
                 "process_description.docx"),
    r"C:\Users\...\process_description.docx",
    "process_description.docx",  # fallback: current directory
]

doc = None
for path in DOC_PATHS:
    if path and os.path.exists(path):
        doc = docx.Document(path)
        break
if doc is None:
    raise FileNotFoundError("Could not find document")

Extracting Paragraphs and Tables

paragraphs = [p.text.strip() for p in doc.paragraphs if p.text.strip()]
tables_data = []
for table in doc.tables:
    rows = [[cell.text.strip() for cell in row.cells] for row in table.rows]
    tables_data.append(rows)

Composition Extraction from Tables

Map document component names to NeqSim names using a lookup table:

NEQSIM_COMPONENT_MAP = {
    "Nitrogen": "nitrogen", "N2": "nitrogen",
    "CO2": "CO2", "Carbon Dioxide": "CO2",
    "Methane": "methane", "C1": "methane",
    "Ethane": "ethane", "C2": "ethane",
    "Propane": "propane", "C3": "propane",
    "i-Butane": "i-butane", "iC4": "i-butane",
    "n-Butane": "n-butane", "nC4": "n-butane",
    "i-Pentane": "i-pentane", "iC5": "i-pentane",
    "n-Pentane": "n-pentane", "nC5": "n-pentane",
    "C6+": "n-hexane",  # Simplified plus-fraction
    "n-Hexane": "n-hexane", "C6": "n-hexane",
    "H2S": "H2S", "Water": "water", "H2O": "water",
}

# Find the composition table (look for "Component" + "Mole fraction" headers)
composition = {}
for table_rows in tables_data:
    header = [h.lower() for h in table_rows[0]]
    if "component" in header and any("mole" in h or "fraction" in h for h in header):
        comp_col = header.index("component")
        frac_col = next(i for i, h in enumerate(header) if "mole" in h or "fraction" in h)
        for row in table_rows[1:]:
            doc_name = row[comp_col].strip()
            neqsim_name = NEQSIM_COMPONENT_MAP.get(doc_name)
            if neqsim_name:
                composition[neqsim_name] = float(row[frac_col])
        break

# Normalize to sum = 1.0
total = sum(composition.values())
composition = {k: v/total for k, v in composition.items()}

Operating Condition Extraction from Narrative

Extract temperatures and pressures from the prose text using pattern matching:

import re

def extract_from_paragraphs(paragraphs, patterns):
    """Search paragraphs for key-value patterns."""
    results = {}
    for p in paragraphs:
        for key, regex in patterns.items():
            m = re.search(regex, p, re.IGNORECASE)
            if m and key not in results:
                results[key] = float(m.group(1))
    return results

# Typical patterns found in process descriptions
patterns = {
    "feed_pressure":  r"(?:inlet|feed)\s+(?:pressure|P)\s*[:\s]+(\d+\.?\d*)\s*bar",
    "feed_temperature": r"(?:inlet|feed)\s+(?:temperature|T)\s*[:\s]+(\d+\.?\d*)\s*°?C",
    "hp_sep_pressure": r"HP\s+(?:separator|sep).*?(\d+\.?\d*)\s*bar",
    "export_pressure": r"export.*?(\d+\.?\d*)\s*bar",
}

For complex documents, also extract from tables with "Parameter"/"Value" structure:

for table_rows in tables_data:
    header = [h.lower() for h in table_rows[0]]
    if "parameter" in header and any("value" in h for h in header):
        param_col = header.index("parameter")
        val_col = next(i for i, h in enumerate(header) if "value" in h)
        for row in table_rows[1:]:
            param = row[param_col].lower()
            try:
                val = float(re.sub(r'[^\d.]', '', row[val_col]))
            except ValueError:
                continue
            if "pressure" in param:
                results["feed_pressure"] = val
            elif "temperature" in param:
                results["feed_temperature"] = val

Architecture Decision After Extraction

After extracting all parameters, count equipment and decide architecture:

# Count equipment mentioned in document
equipment_count = sum(1 for p in paragraphs
    if any(kw in p.lower() for kw in
           ["separator", "compressor", "cooler", "heater", "valve",
            "column", "pump", "mixer", "exchanger", "drum"]))

if equipment_count <= 8:
    print("Architecture A: Single ProcessSystem")
elif equipment_count <= 20:
    print("Architecture A or B: Single system or JSON builder")
else:
    print("Architecture C: ProcessModule with multiple sub-systems")

Tested Example

See examples/notebooks/process_extraction_from_document.ipynb for a full end-to-end example that demonstrates the Free Text → JSON → NeqSim Model pipeline:

Loads a Word document describing a gas+condensate processing facility
Extracts composition from a table (10 components)
Extracts feed and operating conditions from tables and narrative
Generates a NeqSim JSON file (process_from_document.json) as portable intermediate
Builds process from JSON via ProcessSystem.fromJson() (core gas train, 10 units)
Adds a scrubber liquid recycle using the hybrid approach (clone + Recycle object)
Builds a full plant via ProcessModule with 3 sub-systems (20 units)
Validates results (8/8 + 11/11 checks pass) and generates 3 figures

18. Recycle Stream Handling

When Recycles Are Needed

Recycles appear whenever a downstream liquid or gas stream must be returned to an upstream unit:

Scrubber liquid recycle: Knockout drum condensate → HP separator
Anti-surge recycle: Compressor discharge → compressor suction via cooler
Solvent loop: Regenerated solvent → top of absorber column
Reflux: Condenser liquid → top tray of distillation column

JSON Builder Limitation

The JSON builder (ProcessSystem.fromJson()) does not support recycle wiring natively. The Recycle class requires setOutletStream() which is not handled by the reflection-based inlet wiring in JsonProcessBuilder.

Solution: Hybrid approach — use JSON for the main process, then add recycles via Python/Java code after building from JSON.

Recycle Pattern (Clone + Recycle Object)

# 1. Clone a stream to create the "tear" (initial guess) stream
recycle_stream = source_stream.clone("Recycle Stream Name")
recycle_stream.setFlowRate(1e-6, "kg/hr")  # Tiny initial guess
process.add(recycle_stream)

# 2. Add the clone as an extra inlet to the receiving equipment
#    Use addStream() for separators/mixers
hp_separator.addStream(recycle_stream)

# 3. Build the rest of the process normally
# ... (knockout scrubber, pump, etc.)

# 4. Pump the actual recycle liquid back to upstream pressure
pump = ns.Pump("Recycle Pump", scrubber.getLiquidOutStream())
pump.setOutletPressure(upstream_pressure)
process.add(pump)

# 5. Create Recycle object to converge the loop
recycle = ns.Recycle("Recycle Name")
recycle.addStream(pump.getOutletStream())      # Actual downstream output
recycle.setOutletStream(recycle_stream)         # Clone tear stream
recycle.setTolerance(1e-2)                      # Flow/temp/comp tolerance
process.add(recycle)

# ProcessSystem.run() iterates until recycle converges
process.run()

Recycle API Reference

Method	Description
`Recycle(String name)`	Constructor
`addStream(StreamInterface)`	Set the input (actual downstream stream)
`setOutletStream(StreamInterface)`	Set the output (clone/tear stream)
`setTolerance(double)`	Set flow/temp/composition convergence tolerance (default 1e-2)
`setAccelerationMethod(AccelerationMethod)`	`DIRECT_SUBSTITUTION`, `WEGSTEIN`, `BROYDEN`
`setMaxIterations(int)`	Max recycle iterations (default 10)

JSON Schema Extension for Recycles

When the extraction identifies a recycle, include it in the JSON process array as a comment/marker that signals hybrid wiring is needed:

{
  "type": "Recycle",
  "name": "Scrubber Liquid Recycle",
  "inlet": "Scrubber Pump",
  "properties": {
    "outletStream": "Recycle Stream Name",
    "tolerance": 0.01
  },
  "_note": "HYBRID: Requires Python wiring — JSON builder cannot set outletStream"
}

The agent should detect this marker and generate additional Python code for recycle wiring after the fromJson() call.

19. Three-Step Extraction Pipeline

The recommended workflow for converting free text to a running simulation:

┌─────────────┐     ┌──────────────┐     ┌──────────────────┐
│  Free Text   │ ──→ │  NeqSim JSON  │ ──→ │  Running Process  │
│  (.docx/txt) │     │  (.json file) │     │  (ProcessSystem)  │
└─────────────┘     └──────────────┘     └──────────────────┘
   Step 1: Parse       Step 2: Structure     Step 3: Build & Run

Step 1: Parse — Extract Parameters

Use python-docx for .docx, regex for plain text
Extract: composition, feed conditions, equipment list, operating conditions
Map component names using NEQSIM_COMPONENT_MAP (Section 5)
Normalize mole fractions to sum to 1.0

Step 2: Structure — Generate JSON

Build the JSON dict following the schema in Section 1
Use dot-notation for stream wiring (Section 3)
Save to a .json file for portability and version control
The JSON file is the single source of truth for the process

Step 3: Build & Run — Load JSON into NeqSim

# Load JSON and build process
import jpype
ProcessSystem = jpype.JClass("neqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessSystem")
result = ProcessSystem.fromJson(json_str)

if result.isError():
    for err in result.getErrors():
        print(f"[{err.getCode()}] {err.getMessage()}")
else:
    process = result.getProcessSystem()
    process.run()

    # Access equipment by name
    separator = process.getUnit("V-101 HP Separator")

    # Access streams via dot-notation
    gas_stream = process.resolveStreamReference("V-101 HP Separator.gasOut")

API Reference for JSON Pipeline

Method	Returns	Description
`ProcessSystem.fromJson(String)`	`SimulationResult`	Build process from JSON (no run)
`ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun(String)`	`SimulationResult`	Build and run in one call
`result.isError()`	`boolean`	Check for build errors
`result.isSuccess()`	`boolean`	Check for success
`result.getProcessSystem()`	`ProcessSystem`	Get the built process
`result.getErrors()`	`List<ErrorDetail>`	Error details with codes and remediation
`process.getUnit(String name)`	`ProcessEquipmentInterface`	Get equipment by name
`process.resolveStreamReference(String ref)`	`StreamInterface`	Get stream by dot-notation

Stream Reference Dot-Notation

Suffix	Method Called	Example
`.gasOut` or `.gas`	`getGasOutStream()`	`"V-101 HP Sep.gasOut"`
`.liquidOut` or `.liquid`	`getLiquidOutStream()`	`"V-201 Knockout.liquidOut"`
`.oilOut` or `.oil`	`getOilOutStream()`	`"V-101 HP Sep.oilOut"`
`.waterOut` or `.water`	`getWaterOutStream()`	`"V-101 HP Sep.waterOut"`
`.outlet` (default)	`getOutletStream()`	`"K-401 Compressor"`

20. Compressor Performance Curves & Anti-Surge Handling

When to Add Compressor Curves

Add performance curves when the document mentions any of:

Compressor performance maps, characteristic curves, or operating envelopes
Surge protection, anti-surge control, or recycle valve
Compressor turndown requirements or minimum flow
Polytropic or isentropic head values
Multiple speed operations or variable speed drive (VSD)

CompressorChartGenerator — Auto-Generate from Design Point

CompressorChartGenerator creates a performance map (head, efficiency, surge/choke curves) scaled from the compressor's computed design point. The compressor must be run at least once first so the generator can read getPolytropicFluidHead(), getInletStream().getFlowRate("m3/hr"), and getSpeed().

import jpype
CompressorChartGenerator = jpype.JClass(
    "neqsim.process.equipment.compressor.CompressorChartGenerator"
)

# 1. Configure compressor
comp = ns.Compressor("K-401", inlet_stream)
comp.setUsePolytropicCalc(True)
comp.setOutletPressure(125.0)
comp.setPolytropicEfficiency(0.75)

# 2. Run process once to establish design point
process.add(comp)
process.run()  # Compressor now has head, flow, speed

# 3. Generate chart from design point
chart_gen = CompressorChartGenerator(comp)
comp.setCompressorChart(chart_gen.generateCompressorChart("mid range"))
comp.setCompressorChartType("interpolate and extrapolate")

# 4. Re-run with chart enabled
process.run()

Generation options:

Method	Description
`generateCompressorChart("normal")`	Single-speed, 5 points per curve
`generateCompressorChart("mid range")`	Single-speed, 3 points (surge → stonewall)
`generateCompressorChart("normal", 5)`	Multi-speed, 5 speed curves
`generateFromTemplate("CENTRIFUGAL_STANDARD", 9)`	Standard centrifugal template
`generateFromTemplate("CENTRIFUGAL_HIGH_FLOW", 5)`	High-flow template
`generateFromTemplate("CENTRIFUGAL_HIGH_HEAD", 5)`	High-head template

Loading Manufacturer Curves from JSON

If the document includes actual performance data (from OEM data sheets):

# From a JSON file
comp.loadCompressorChartFromJson("path/to/chart.json")

# From a JSON string (e.g., extracted from document)
comp.loadCompressorChartFromJsonString(json_string)

# Export chart as JSON
chart_json = comp.getCompressorChartAsJson()

Chart JSON format:

{
  "compressorName": "K-401 Export Compressor",
  "headUnit": "kJ/kg",
  "maxDesignPower_kW": 8500.0,
  "referenceConditions": {
    "molecularWeight": 18.5,
    "temperature_K": 303.15,
    "pressure_bara": 65.0,
    "compressibilityZ": 0.92
  },
  "speedCurves": [
    {
      "speed_rpm": 3000.0,
      "flow_m3h": [3300, 4700, 6700],
      "head_kJkg": [88.8, 74.0, 37.0],
      "polytropicEfficiency_pct": [67.5, 75.0, 63.75]
    }
  ],
  "surgeFlow": [3300],
  "surgeHead": [88.8],
  "chokeFlow": [6700],
  "chokeHead": [37.0]
}

Anti-Surge Loop Topology

The typical NCS anti-surge pattern (used on offshore platforms):

                    ┌──────────────────────────────────────────┐
                    │              Anti-Surge Loop              │
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name	neqsim-process-extraction
description	Extracts process simulation data from unstructured sources (text, tables, PFDs, data sheets, STID/E3D line lists) and converts it to NeqSim JSON builder format or PipingRouteBuilder route models. USE WHEN: a user provides a process description, PFD, operating data, line-list table, or design document and wants a running NeqSim simulation. Covers equipment mapping, stream wiring, route hydraulics, unit conversion, composition normalization, and confidence scoring.
last_verified	2026-07-04

NeqSim Process Extraction Skill

Convert unstructured engineering information into the canonical NeqSim JSON format accepted by ProcessSystem.fromJson() and ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun().

Core Principle

Extract structured data into a constrained JSON schema. Do NOT write NeqSim Java/Python code.

The JSON schema is finite and well-defined. ProcessSystem.fromJson() handles all NeqSim API calls deterministically. Errors come back as structured, actionable messages.

P&ID operational workflow: When the source is a P&ID and the user asks about a valve action, active train, isolation boundary, bypass, drain, vent, or control-loop behavior, load neqsim-pid-process-operations. Extract both the steady-state topology and the model delta needed to simulate the action.

Exception for route hydraulics: When the source is a STID/E3D/P&ID/stress-isometric line-list table with serial pipe segments, use neqsim.process.equipment.pipeline.routing.PipingRouteBuilder rather than the generic JSON process builder. The route builder preserves line-list segment metadata, K-value minor losses, elevations, and explicit connection topology.

Architecture decision (MANDATORY): Before assembling JSON, classify the process complexity. Small/medium processes (≤ ~15 units, single recycle loop) use a single ProcessSystem. Large processes (multiple plant areas, cross-area recycles, different fluids) must be split into multiple ProcessSystem objects composed inside a ProcessModule, or use pre-built ProcessModuleBaseClass implementations. See Section 16 for the decision guide.

1. Target JSON Schema

Every extraction must produce JSON matching this format:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK",
    "temperature": 323.15,
    "pressure": 65.0,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "multiPhaseCheck": false,
    "components": {
      "methane": 0.80,
      "ethane": 0.08,
      "propane": 0.05,
      "CO2": 0.03,
      "n-butane": 0.02,
      "nitrogen": 0.01,
      "n-pentane": 0.005,
      "n-hexane": 0.005
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well stream", "properties": {"flowRate": [75000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "inlet separator", "inlet": "well stream"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "inlet separator.gasOut",
     "properties": {"outletPressure": 120.0, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "letdown valve", "inlet": "inlet separator.oilOut",
     "properties": {"outletPressure": 15.0}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Field Reference

Field	Type	Required	Description
`fluid.model`	string	Yes	EOS model: `SRK`, `PR`, `CPA`, `GERG2008`, `PCSAFT`, `UMRPRU`
`fluid.temperature`	number	Yes	Temperature in Kelvin
`fluid.pressure`	number	Yes	Pressure in bara
`fluid.mixingRule`	string	Yes	Usually `"classic"` for SRK/PR, `"CLASSIC_TX_CPA"` for CPA
`fluid.multiPhaseCheck`	boolean	No	Set `true` for water+HC or 3-phase systems
`fluid.components`	object	Yes	Component name → mole fraction (must sum to ~1.0)
`process[].type`	string	Yes	Equipment type from the Equipment Type Table below
`process[].name`	string	Yes	Unique equipment tag / display name
`process[].inlet`	string	Conditional	Stream reference (dot-notation). Required for all except 1st Stream
`process[].properties`	object	No	Equipment-specific settings (see Properties Reference)
`autoRun`	boolean	No	Set `true` to auto-run after building

Multiple Fluids (Named)

For processes with different feed compositions, use the fluids map:

{
  "fluids": {
    "gas_feed": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": 323.15, "pressure": 80.0, "mixingRule": "classic", "components": {"methane": 0.90, "ethane": 0.05, "propane": 0.03, "n-butane": 0.02} },
    "water_feed": { "model": "CPA", "temperature": 293.15, "pressure": 80.0, "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA", "components": {"water": 0.999, "MEG": 0.001} }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "gas inlet", "fluidRef": "gas_feed", "properties": {"flowRate": [50000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "water inlet", "fluidRef": "water_feed", "properties": {"flowRate": [5000.0, "kg/hr"]}}
  ]
}

2. Equipment Type Mapping

Map natural language equipment names to NeqSim JSON type values. Use the longest matching keyword to avoid false matches.

Separation

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
separator, 2-phase separator, two-phase separator, flash drum, flash vessel, KO drum, knock-out drum, knockout drum, scrubber, inlet scrubber, suction scrubber, slug catcher, production scrubber, gas scrubber	`Separator`
3-phase separator, three-phase separator, production separator, test separator, oil-water-gas separator, 3-phase test separator	`ThreePhaseSeparator`

Compression & Expansion

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
compressor, gas compressor, export compressor, recompressor, booster compressor, LP compressor, HP compressor, 1st stage compressor, 2nd stage compressor, 3rd stage compressor, centrifugal compressor, reciprocating compressor	`Compressor`
expander, turbo-expander, turboexpander, power recovery turbine	`Expander`

Heat Transfer

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
cooler, gas cooler, aftercooler, after-cooler, intercooler, air cooler, fin fan cooler, air-fin cooler, trim cooler, export cooler, overhead condenser	`Cooler`
heater, pre-heater, preheater, line heater, electric heater, fired heater, reboiler, trim heater	`Heater`
heat exchanger, shell and tube, shell-and-tube, plate heat exchanger, plate-fin exchanger, FWHE, gas-gas exchanger, cross-exchanger, economizer	`HeatExchanger`

Valves

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
valve, throttling valve, choke valve, choke, JT valve, Joule-Thomson valve, letdown valve, control valve, pressure control valve, PCV, backpressure valve, production choke, wellhead choke	`ThrottlingValve`

Pumps

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
pump, centrifugal pump, export pump, booster pump, injection pump, feed pump, charge pump, transfer pump, multiphase pump	`Pump`

Piping Routes

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim target
line list, line-list, route table, STID route, E3D route, stress isometric, pipe run list, serial piping route, compressor suction route, compressor discharge route	`PipingRouteBuilder`

Mixing & Splitting

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
mixer, mixing tee, junction, merge, combine	`Mixer`
splitter, tee, flow divider, bypass tee	`Splitter`
manifold, production manifold, gathering manifold, commingling manifold, subsea manifold, inlet/export header	`Manifold`

Streams

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
stream, feed, inlet, well stream, feed gas, feed stream, input, source	`Stream`

Other Equipment

Natural Language Synonyms	NeqSim `type`
tank, storage tank, atmospheric tank, settling tank, buffer tank	`Tank`
flare, flare stack, flare header, HP flare, LP flare	`Flare`
recycle, recirculation	`Recycle`
ejector, jet pump, steam ejector, gas ejector	`Ejector`
TEG absorber, glycol contactor, TEG contactor, dehydration absorber	`SimpleTEGAbsorber`
reservoir, simple reservoir	`SimpleReservoir`
electrolyzer, water electrolyzer, PEM electrolyzer	`Electrolyzer`
CO2 electrolyzer	`CO2Electrolyzer`
fuel cell	`FuelCell`
wind turbine	`WindTurbine`
solar panel, PV panel	`SolarPanel`
battery storage, battery, BESS	`BatteryStorage`
ammonia reactor, Haber-Bosch reactor, ammonia synthesis	`AmmoniaSynthesisReactor`
distillation column, fractionation column, distillation tower, deethanizer, demethanizer, depropanizer, debutanizer, stripper column, stabilizer column	`DistillationColumn`
pipe, pipe segment, pipeline, flowline, adiabatic pipe	`AdiabaticPipe`
stream saturator, saturator, water saturator	`StreamSaturatorUtil`

3. Stream Wiring (Dot-Notation)

Equipment is connected via dot-notation references in the inlet field.

Port Reference Table

Upstream Equipment Type	Port Syntax	Resolves To
`Stream`	`"feed"` (name only, no port)	The stream directly
`Separator`	`"HP Sep.gasOut"`	Gas outlet stream
`Separator`	`"HP Sep.liquidOut"`	Liquid outlet stream
`ThreePhaseSeparator`	`"Inlet Sep.gasOut"`	Gas outlet
`ThreePhaseSeparator`	`"Inlet Sep.oilOut"`	Oil outlet
`ThreePhaseSeparator`	`"Inlet Sep.waterOut"`	Water outlet
`ThreePhaseSeparator`	`"Inlet Sep.liquidOut"`	Oil outlet (alias)
`Compressor`	`"Comp.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Cooler`	`"Cooler.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Heater`	`"Heater.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`ThrottlingValve`	`"Valve.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Pump`	`"Pump.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Expander`	`"Expander.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Mixer`	`"Mixer.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`Splitter`	`"Splitter.outlet"`	Outlet stream (first split)
`Splitter`	`"Splitter.split0"`	Split port 0
`Splitter`	`"Splitter.split1"`	Split port 1
`Splitter`	`"Splitter.splitN"`	Split port N (zero-indexed)
`HeatExchanger`	`"HX.outlet"`	Outlet stream
`DistillationColumn`	`"Column.gasOut"`	Gas (overhead) outlet
`DistillationColumn`	`"Column.liquidOut"`	Liquid (bottoms) outlet
`Tank`	`"Tank.outlet"`	Outlet stream

Wiring Rules

First equipment MUST be a Stream — it gets the fluid from the fluid section
Every subsequent equipment MUST have an inlet reference pointing to a previously defined equipment
For separators, specify the port — gasOut, liquidOut, oilOut, waterOut
For single-outlet equipment — use "name.outlet" or just "name" (default resolves to outlet)
Do NOT create circular references — the JSON builder does not support recycle loops directly (add Recycle equipment for convergence)
Branching is supported — multiple equipment can reference different ports of the same separator
Mixer multi-inlet: use "inlets" (plural) — Mixers require "inlets": ["stream1", "stream2"] (array). Do NOT use "inlet" with an array — it will fail with "Array must have size 1"
Separator name without port returns null — resolveStreamReference("HP Sep") returns null. Always use "HP Sep.gasOut" or "HP Sep.liquidOut"

Branching Example

{"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "inlet sep", "inlet": "feed"},
{"type": "Compressor", "name": "gas comp", "inlet": "inlet sep.gasOut", ...},
{"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "oil valve", "inlet": "inlet sep.oilOut", ...},
{"type": "Pump", "name": "water pump", "inlet": "inlet sep.waterOut", ...}

Mixer Multi-Inlet Example

{"type": "Stream", "name": "gas 1", "properties": {"flowRate": [10000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
{"type": "Stream", "name": "gas 2", "properties": {"flowRate": [5000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
{"type": "Mixer", "name": "gas mixer", "inlets": ["gas 1", "gas 2"]},
{"type": "Cooler", "name": "mixed cooler", "inlet": "gas mixer", "properties": {"outletTemperature": [25.0, "C"]}}

CRITICAL: Use "inlets" (plural key, with array value) for Mixer/multi-inlet equipment. Using "inlet" with an array value will fail.

4. Equipment Properties Reference

Stream

Property	Type	Unit	Example
`flowRate`	`[number, "unit"]`	kg/hr, MSm3/day, Am3/hr	`[75000.0, "kg/hr"]`
`temperature`	number	Kelvin	`353.15` (= 80°C)
`pressure`	number	bara	`65.0`

Compressor

Property	Type	Default	Description
`outletPressure`	number (bara)	—	Discharge pressure
`isentropicEfficiency`	number (0-1)	0.75	Isentropic efficiency
`polytropicEfficiency`	number (0-1)	—	Polytropic efficiency (alternative)
`usePolytropicCalc`	boolean	false	Use polytropic head calculation

Cooler / Heater

Property	Type	Default	Description
`outTemperature`	number (K)	—	Outlet temperature in Kelvin
`outletTemperature`	`[number, "unit"]`	—	Outlet temperature with unit (e.g., `[25.0, "C"]`)

ThrottlingValve

Property	Type	Default	Description
`outletPressure`	number (bara)	—	Downstream pressure

Pump

Property	Type	Default	Description
`outletPressure`	number (bara)	—	Discharge pressure
`isentropicEfficiency`	number (0-1)	0.75	Isentropic efficiency

Separator / ThreePhaseSeparator

No required properties. Operates at inlet conditions.

Splitter

Property	Type	Default	Description
`splitNumber`	integer	—	Number of outlet streams
`splitFactors`	`[number, ...]`	—	Split factors per outlet (e.g., `[0.5, 0.5]`)

DistillationColumn

Property	Type	Default	Description
`numberOfTrays`	integer	10	Number of theoretical trays
`hasReboiler`	boolean	true	Whether column has a reboiler
`hasCondenser`	boolean	true	Whether column has a condenser

HeatExchanger (Multi-Inlet)

HeatExchanger supports two inlets (hot and cold side):

{"type": "HeatExchanger", "name": "gas-gas HX",
 "inlets": ["hot stream", "cold stream"]}

The first inlet becomes the feed stream; the second is set via setFeedStream(1, stream).

AdiabaticPipe

Property	Type	Default	Description
`length`	number (m)	—	Pipe length in meters
`diameter`	number (m)	—	Pipe inner diameter in meters

Route-Level Piping Line Lists

When the source has a line-list or stress-isometric table, extract these fields before constructing the route:

Extracted field	Required	Notes
`segment_id`	Yes	Line number, row id, or generated `S1`, `S2`
`from_node`, `to_node`	Yes	Equipment tag, nozzle, tee, manifold, or route node
`length`, `length_unit`	Yes	Straight pipe length, not equivalent length
`internal_diameter`, `diameter_unit`	Yes	Convert NPS/schedule to internal diameter first
`wall_thickness`, `wall_thickness_unit`	No	Store if schedule or stress iso gives it
`elevation_change`, `elevation_unit`	No	Positive uphill, negative downhill
`roughness`, `roughness_unit`	No	Use default roughness when only piping class is known
`minor_losses`	No	Fittings/valves as `{type, k_value}` rows
`source_ref`	Yes	Drawing/page/row reference for traceability

Route extraction workflow:

Sort rows in hydraulic flow order from upstream to downstream.
Convert NPS/schedule to internal diameter before calling addSegment(...).
Convert every valve, bend, tee, reducer, strainer, and entry/exit loss to K.
For a route-only study, build the route with PipingRouteBuilder.build(feedStream) and run the returned ProcessSystem.
For a full plant model, call route.addToProcessSystem(process, inletStream) and pass the returned outlet stream to the downstream equipment. Use the overload with source-equipment metadata when the inlet is an upstream equipment outlet stream.
Save route.toJson() and pressure-drop results in the task folder.

Reference guide: docs/process/piping_route_builder.md.

5. Component Name Mapping

Map common aliases to NeqSim database names. The NeqSim name is case-sensitive.

Hydrocarbon Components

Common Aliases	NeqSim Name
C1, CH4, methane	`methane`
C2, C2H6, ethane	`ethane`
C3, C3H8, propane	`propane`
iC4, i-C4, isobutane	`i-butane`
nC4, n-C4, butane, normal-butane	`n-butane`
iC5, i-C5, isopentane	`i-pentane`
nC5, n-C5, pentane, normal-pentane	`n-pentane`
nC6, n-C6, hexane	`n-hexane`
nC7, n-C7, heptane	`n-heptane`
nC8, n-C8, octane	`n-octane`
nC9, n-C9, nonane	`n-nonane`
nC10, n-C10, decane	`nC10`
nC11 through nC24	`nC11` through `nC24`

Non-Hydrocarbon Components

Common Aliases	NeqSim Name
CO2, carbon dioxide	`CO2`
H2S, hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen sulphide	`H2S`
N2, nitrogen	`nitrogen`
H2, hydrogen	`hydrogen`
O2, oxygen	`oxygen`
Ar, argon	`argon`
He, helium	`helium`
H2O, water	`water`
Hg, mercury	`mercury`
COS, carbonyl sulfide	`COS`
SO2, sulfur dioxide	`SO2`

Chemical Additives

Common Aliases	NeqSim Name
MEG, monoethylene glycol, ethylene glycol	`MEG`
DEG, diethylene glycol	`DEG`
TEG, triethylene glycol	`TEG`
MeOH, methanol	`methanol`
EtOH, ethanol	`ethanol`
MDEA, methyldiethanolamine	`MDEA`

Aromatics

Common Aliases	NeqSim Name
benzene, C6H6	`benzene`
toluene, C7H8, methylbenzene	`toluene`
cyclohexane, c-C6, cy-C6	`c-hexane`
cyclopentane, c-C5, cy-C5	`c-C5`

6. Unit Conversion Rules

All NeqSim JSON values must be in standard units. Convert before inserting into JSON.

Temperature

Input Unit	To Kelvin	Formula
°C, degC, Celsius	K	`T_K = T_C + 273.15`
°F, degF, Fahrenheit	K	`T_K = (T_F - 32) × 5/9 + 273.15`
K, Kelvin	K	Identity
°R, Rankine	K	`T_K = T_R × 5/9`

Pressure

Input Unit	To bara	Formula
barg, bar gauge	bara	`P_bara = P_barg + 1.01325`
bara, bar absolute	bara	Identity
psia, psi absolute	bara	`P_bara = P_psia × 0.0689476`
psig, psi gauge	bara	`P_bara = (P_psig + 14.696) × 0.0689476`
kPa, kilopascal	bara	`P_bara = P_kPa / 100.0`
MPa, megapascal	bara	`P_bara = P_MPa × 10.0`
atm, atmosphere	bara	`P_bara = P_atm × 1.01325`

Flow Rate

Flow rate in JSON uses the [value, "unit"] array format. Supported unit strings:

Unit String	Description
`"kg/hr"`	Kilograms per hour (mass flow)
`"kg/min"`	Kilograms per minute
`"kg/sec"`	Kilograms per second
`"m3/hr"`	Cubic meters per hour (volume flow)
`"Am3/hr"`	Actual cubic meters per hour
`"Sm3/hr"`	Standard cubic meters per hour
`"MSm3/day"`	Million standard cubic meters per day
`"idSm3/day"`	Ideal standard cubic meters per day
`"mole/sec"`	Moles per second
`"mole/hr"`	Moles per hour

Composition: Weight% to Mole Fraction Conversion

NeqSim uses mole fractions (summing to 1.0) in the JSON components field. If the source provides weight% (wt%), mass fractions, or ppm-by-weight, convert as follows:

Formula:

For each component $i$ with weight fraction $w_i$ and molar mass $M_i$:

$$x_i = \frac{w_i / M_i}{\sum_j (w_j / M_j)}$$

Common Molar Masses (g/mol):

Component	NeqSim Name	$M$ (g/mol)
Methane	`methane`	16.04
Ethane	`ethane`	30.07
Propane	`propane`	44.10
n-Butane	`n-butane`	58.12
i-Butane	`i-butane`	58.12
n-Pentane	`n-pentane`	72.15
n-Hexane	`n-hexane`	86.18
CO2	`CO2`	44.01
H2S	`H2S`	34.08
Nitrogen	`nitrogen`	28.01
Water	`water`	18.02
MEG	`MEG`	62.07
TEG	`TEG`	150.17
MDEA	`MDEA`	119.16

Worked Example:

Input: 70 wt% methane, 20 wt% ethane, 10 wt% propane

Component	$w_i$	$M_i$	$w_i / M_i$	$x_i$ (mole frac)
methane	0.70	16.04	0.04364	0.8370
ethane	0.20	30.07	0.00665	0.1275
propane	0.10	44.10	0.00227	0.0355
Total	1.00		0.05216	1.0000

Result JSON: {"methane": 0.837, "ethane": 0.128, "propane": 0.035}

ppm-by-weight: Convert ppm_w to weight fraction first: $w_i = \text{ppm}_w \times 10^{-6}$

Volume% (gas at standard conditions): Volume% ≈ mole% for ideal gas behavior. Use directly as mole fractions.

7. EOS Model Selection

Choose the thermodynamic model based on the fluid system:

Fluid System	Recommended Model	Mixing Rule
Dry gas, lean gas, simple hydrocarbons	`SRK`	`"classic"`
Oil systems, general hydrocarbons	`PR`	`"classic"`
Water + hydrocarbons, MEG/methanol, polar	`CPA`	`"CLASSIC_TX_CPA"`
Fiscal metering, custody transfer	`GERG2008`	(none needed)
Polymer/associating fluids	`PCSAFT`	`"classic"`

Decision Rules

If water or glycol is present → use CPA with mixing rule "CLASSIC_TX_CPA" and set multiPhaseCheck: true
If accuracy for gas density/Z-factor is critical → use GERG2008
If heavy oil (C20+) → use PR or SRK with "classic" mixing rule
Default / unknown → use SRK with "classic" mixing rule

8. Extraction Workflow

Follow this step-by-step process for every extraction:

Step 1: Identify the Source Type

Text description — paragraph or bullet list describing a process
Table / spreadsheet — heat & mass balance, operating data, well test
PFD / sketch — process flow diagram (described or as image)
Data sheet — equipment data sheet with design conditions
Mixed — combination of above

Step 2: Extract Fluid Composition

Look for: mole fractions, mol%, weight%, component tables
Map component names to NeqSim names using the Component Name Mapping table
Normalize to mole fractions summing to 1.0
If weight% given, note it as an assumption (NeqSim uses mole fractions)
If no composition given, flag as missing and use a placeholder

Step 3: Extract Equipment List

Scan for equipment keywords using the Equipment Type Mapping table
Match the longest keyword first (e.g., "three-phase separator" before "separator")
Assign unique names/tags (use P&ID tags if provided, or generate descriptive names)
Record the NeqSim type for each

Step 4: Extract Stream Connectivity

Look for phrases indicating flow direction: "enters", "goes to", "feeds", "is routed to", "flows to", "passes through"
Identify which phase exits which equipment: "gas from the separator", "oil from the 3-phase separator", "compressed gas"
Build dot-notation references: "equipment_name.port"
Verify no orphan streams (every equipment except feed has an inlet)

Step 5: Extract Operating Conditions

Pressures: look for bara, barg, bar, psi, MPa, kPa, atm
Temperatures: look for °C, °F, K, degC, degF
Flow rates: look for kg/hr, t/h, MMSCFD, MSm3/d, Am3/hr
Convert all to NeqSim standard units (K, bara)
Assign to the correct equipment property

Step 6: Assemble JSON

Build the fluid section with model, T, P, mixing rule, and components
Build the process array in topological order (upstream before downstream)
First element MUST be a Stream with the feed fluid
Wire all equipment with inlet references
Set autoRun: true

Step 7: Validate and Report

Check composition sums to ~1.0 (within 0.01)
Check all stream references point to existing equipment
Check no circular references
Compute confidence score (see Confidence Scoring below)
List all assumptions made
List all missing information detected

9. Confidence Scoring

Score the extraction confidence on a 0.0–1.0 scale:

Criterion	Points
Fluid composition explicitly provided	+0.25
Feed temperature specified	+0.10
Feed pressure specified	+0.10
Feed flow rate specified	+0.10
All equipment have explicit operating conditions	+0.15
Stream topology clearly described	+0.15
Equipment tags/names from source (not generated)	+0.05
EOS model specified or inferable from context	+0.05
No conflicting information in source	+0.05

Confidence Bands

Score	Label	Recommendation
0.80–1.00	High	Run directly, review results
0.60–0.79	Medium	Run but flag assumptions for user review
0.40–0.59	Low	More information needed — show what's missing
0.00–0.39	Very Low	Cannot produce reliable simulation — ask user

10. Assumption Defaults

When information is not specified, use these engineering defaults and always track them:

Parameter	Default Value	Assumption Text
EOS model	SRK	"Default SRK EOS (not specified in source)"
Mixing rule	classic	"Classic mixing rule assumed"
Feed temperature	288.15 K (15°C)	"Standard temperature assumed (15°C)"
Feed pressure	1.01325 bara	"Atmospheric pressure assumed"
Feed flow rate	50000 kg/hr	"Default flow rate 50000 kg/hr assumed"
Compressor efficiency	0.75 (isentropic)	"Default isentropic efficiency 0.75 assumed"
Cooler outlet temp	308.15 K (35°C)	"Default cooler outlet 35°C assumed"
Composition (no data)	90% CH4, 5% C2, 3% C3, 2% nC4	"Placeholder lean gas composition used"

11. Process Templates

When the extracted topology matches a known pattern, use a template for better reliability.

Template: Gas Dew Point Control

Pattern: cooler → separator → compressor

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "dew point cooler", "inlet": "feed", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$COOLER_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "cold separator", "inlet": "dew point cooler.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "cold separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$EXPORT_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Two-Stage HP/LP Separation

Pattern: 3-phase sep → gas compression + oil letdown → LP sep → recompression

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$HP_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well stream", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "HP separator", "inlet": "well stream"},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "gas cooler", "inlet": "HP separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outTemperature": 308.15}},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "gas cooler.outlet", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$EXPORT_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "HP-LP valve", "inlet": "HP separator.oilOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$LP_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "LP separator", "inlet": "HP-LP valve.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "LP recompressor", "inlet": "LP separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$HP_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.75}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Multi-Stage Compression with Intercooling

Pattern: compressor → cooler → scrubber → compressor → cooler → scrubber → ... (N stages)

Build dynamically with equal pressure ratio per stage:

ratio_per_stage = (P_out / P_in) ^ (1/N)
stage_P[i] = P_in × ratio_per_stage^i
Each stage: Compressor → Cooler (to intercooler temp) → Separator (scrub condensate)
Last stage: Compressor only (no aftercooler/scrubber, unless specified)

Template: Gas Cooling and JT Expansion

Pattern: cooler → separator → JT valve → cold separator

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "pre-cooler", "inlet": "feed", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$PRECOOL_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "inlet scrubber", "inlet": "pre-cooler.outlet"},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "JT valve", "inlet": "inlet scrubber.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$JT_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "cold separator", "inlet": "JT valve.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Simple Oil Stabilization

Pattern: 3-phase sep → valve → flash drum → valve → atmospheric flash

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$HP_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "multiPhaseCheck": true, "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well fluid", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "production separator", "inlet": "well fluid"},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "1st stage valve", "inlet": "production separator.oilOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$STAGE2_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "2nd stage separator", "inlet": "1st stage valve.outlet"},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "2nd stage valve", "inlet": "2nd stage separator.liquidOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$STAGE3_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "stabilizer", "inlet": "2nd stage valve.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Subsea Tieback (Well → Pipeline → Platform)

Pattern: well stream → choke → pipeline → separator

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$WELLHEAD_T_K$", "pressure": "$WELLHEAD_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "multiPhaseCheck": true, "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well stream", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "production choke", "inlet": "well stream", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$CHOKE_P$"}},
    {"type": "Heater", "name": "pipeline heat loss", "inlet": "production choke.outlet", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$ARRIVAL_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "inlet separator", "inlet": "pipeline heat loss.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: TEG Dehydration

Pattern: wet gas → TEG absorber ← lean TEG; dry gas out, rich TEG out

{
  "fluids": {
    "wet_gas": {
      "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$",
      "mixingRule": "classic",
      "components": "$GAS_COMPOSITION_WITH_WATER$"
    },
    "lean_teg": {
      "model": "CPA", "temperature": "$TEG_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$",
      "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA",
      "components": {"TEG": 0.99, "water": 0.01}
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "wet gas feed", "fluidRef": "wet_gas", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$GAS_FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "lean TEG", "fluidRef": "lean_teg", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$TEG_FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "SimpleTEGAbsorber", "name": "TEG absorber", "inlet": "wet gas feed",
      "properties": {"numberOfStages": "$STAGES$", "stageEfficiency": 0.5}},
    {"type": "Heater", "name": "TEG reboiler sim", "inlet": "TEG absorber.liquidOut",
      "properties": {"outTemperature": "$REBOILER_T_K$"}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Typical defaults: 3–5 stages, stage efficiency 0.5, lean TEG flow 5–10× water to remove, reboiler at ~200°C (473 K). TEG purity: 99–99.5 wt%.

Template: NGL Recovery (Turbo-Expander + Demethanizer)

Pattern: gas inlet → cooler → expander → demethanizer column; overhead = sales gas, bottoms = NGL

{
  "fluid": { "model": "SRK", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$", "mixingRule": "classic", "components": "$COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "inlet gas", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "gas chiller", "inlet": "inlet gas", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$CHILLER_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "cold separator", "inlet": "gas chiller.outlet"},
    {"type": "Expander", "name": "turbo-expander", "inlet": "cold separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$EXPANDER_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.85}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "liquid JT valve", "inlet": "cold separator.liquidOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$EXPANDER_P$"}},
    {"type": "Mixer", "name": "column feed mixer", "inlets": ["turbo-expander.outlet", "liquid JT valve.outlet"]},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "demethanizer sim", "inlet": "column feed mixer.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "residue compressor", "inlet": "demethanizer sim.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$SALES_P$", "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Template: Acid Gas Removal (Amine Sweetening)

Pattern: sour gas → amine absorber ← lean amine; sweet gas out, rich amine to regenerator

Note: Uses SimpleTEGAbsorber which works for generic absorption. For amine-specific thermodynamics, the CPA EOS with MDEA is recommended.

{
  "fluids": {
    "sour_gas": {
      "model": "CPA", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$",
      "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA",
      "components": "$SOUR_GAS_COMPOSITION$"
    },
    "lean_amine": {
      "model": "CPA", "temperature": "$AMINE_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$",
      "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA",
      "components": {"MDEA": 0.40, "water": 0.60}
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "sour gas feed", "fluidRef": "sour_gas", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$GAS_FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "lean amine", "fluidRef": "lean_amine", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$AMINE_FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "SimpleTEGAbsorber", "name": "amine absorber", "inlet": "sour gas feed",
      "properties": {"numberOfStages": "$STAGES$", "stageEfficiency": 0.5}},
    {"type": "Heater", "name": "amine regenerator sim", "inlet": "amine absorber.liquidOut",
      "properties": {"outTemperature": "$REGEN_T_K$"}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Typical defaults: 10–20 stages, MDEA 40–50 wt%, amine circulation rate 50–100 L/kg acid gas, regenerator at 120–130°C. Use CPA EOS with mixing rule "CLASSIC_TX_CPA" for polar systems.

Template: Produced Water Treatment (Degassing)

Pattern: produced water → heater → 3-phase separator → water stripper or flash drum

{
  "fluid": { "model": "CPA", "temperature": "$FEED_T_K$", "pressure": "$FEED_P$", "mixingRule": "CLASSIC_TX_CPA", "multiPhaseCheck": true,
    "components": "$WATER_OIL_GAS_COMPOSITION$" },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "produced water", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$FLOW$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Heater", "name": "water heater", "inlet": "produced water", "properties": {"outTemperature": "$HEATER_T_K$"}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "water degasser", "inlet": "water heater.outlet"},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "flash valve", "inlet": "water degasser.waterOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": "$FLASH_P$"}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "atmospheric flash", "inlet": "flash valve.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

12. Worked Examples

Example 1: Simple Text Description

Input:

"Feed gas at 80 bara and 40°C enters a cooler to 15°C. The cooled stream goes to a separator. Gas from the separator is compressed to 120 bara."

Extraction:

Step	Extracted
Composition	NOT PROVIDED → flag as missing, use placeholder
Feed T	40°C → `313.15` K
Feed P	80 bara → `80.0`
Cooler	Target 15°C → `outTemperature: 288.15`
Separator	After cooler, takes gas port
Compressor	120 bara → `outletPressure: 120.0`

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 313.15, "pressure": 80.0,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {"methane": 0.90, "ethane": 0.05, "propane": 0.03, "n-butane": 0.02}
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed gas", "properties": {"flowRate": [50000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "gas cooler", "inlet": "feed gas", "properties": {"outTemperature": 288.15}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "scrubber", "inlet": "gas cooler.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "scrubber.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 120.0, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.75}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Report:

Confidence: 0.50 (temperature ✓, pressure ✓, topology ✓, but no composition, no flow rate)
Assumptions: Placeholder composition (90% CH4), default flow rate 50000 kg/hr, default compressor efficiency 0.75, SRK EOS
Missing: Feed composition, feed flow rate

Example 2: Process with Composition

Input:

"The well stream arrives at 65 bara and 80°C with 75000 kg/hr. Composition: 80% methane, 8% ethane, 5% propane, 3% CO2, 2% n-butane, 1% N2, 0.5% n-pentane, 0.5% n-hexane. It enters a 3-phase separator. Gas goes to a compressor at 120 bara. Oil goes through a letdown valve to 15 bara."

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 353.15, "pressure": 65.0,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {
      "methane": 0.80, "ethane": 0.08, "propane": 0.05,
      "CO2": 0.03, "n-butane": 0.02, "nitrogen": 0.01,
      "n-pentane": 0.005, "n-hexane": 0.005
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "well stream", "properties": {"flowRate": [75000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "inlet separator", "inlet": "well stream"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "gas compressor", "inlet": "inlet separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 120.0, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.75}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "letdown valve", "inlet": "inlet separator.oilOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 15.0}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Report:

Confidence: 0.85
Assumptions: SRK EOS (not specified), default compressor efficiency 0.75
Missing: Compressor efficiency, separator operating temperature

Example 3: From a Heat & Mass Balance Table

Input Table:

Stream	Phase	T (°C)	P (barg)	Flow (t/h)	CH4 mol%	C2H6 mol%	C3H8 mol%	CO2 mol%
Feed	V+L	60	48	120	82.5	7.2	4.1	2.3

Equipment List: HP separator → export compressor (95 barg) → aftercooler (35°C) → scrubber

Extraction:

T = 60°C → 333.15 K; P = 48 barg → 49.01325 bara
Flow = 120 t/h → 120000 kg/hr
Composition: map aliases, normalize remainder to nC4
Export P = 95 barg → 96.01325 bara

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 333.15, "pressure": 49.01325,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {
      "methane": 0.825, "ethane": 0.072, "propane": 0.041,
      "CO2": 0.023, "n-butane": 0.039
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": [120000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "HP separator", "inlet": "feed"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "export compressor", "inlet": "HP separator.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 96.01325, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.75}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "aftercooler", "inlet": "export compressor.outlet", "properties": {"outTemperature": 308.15}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "export scrubber", "inlet": "aftercooler.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Report:

Confidence: 0.90 (composition ✓, conditions ✓, flow ✓, equipment clear)
Assumptions: SRK EOS, default compressor efficiency, remaining 3.9 mol% assigned to n-butane
Missing: Compressor efficiency, individual heavy component split

Example 4: From Equipment Tag List (ProcessPilot style)

Input:

Separators: 20VA001 (HP, 50 barg, 60°C), 20VB001 (LP, 14 barg)
Compressors: 23KA600 (discharge 60 barg, eff 0.78)
Valves: 20XV001 (outlet 15 barg)
Topology: feed→20VA001, 20VA001.gasOut→23KA600, 20VA001.oilOut→20XV001, 20XV001.outlet→20VB001
Feed: 100000 kg/hr, 60°C, 50 barg

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 333.15, "pressure": 51.01325,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {"methane": 0.90, "ethane": 0.05, "propane": 0.03, "n-butane": 0.02}
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": [100000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "ThreePhaseSeparator", "name": "20VA001", "inlet": "feed"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "23KA600", "inlet": "20VA001.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 61.01325, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "ThrottlingValve", "name": "20XV001", "inlet": "20VA001.oilOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 16.01325}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "20VB001", "inlet": "20XV001.outlet"}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

Example 5: Multi-Stage Compression (from a design report)

Input:

"Compress LP gas from 5 bara to 150 bara in 3 stages with intercooling to 30°C. Gas composition: 88% methane, 6% ethane, 3% propane, 2% CO2, 1% nitrogen. Feed is 25000 kg/hr at 25°C."

Extraction:

3 stages, ratio = (150/5)^(1/3) = 3.107
Stage 1: 5 → 15.5 bara
Stage 2: 15.5 → 48.2 bara
Stage 3: 48.2 → 150 bara

Output JSON:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK", "temperature": 298.15, "pressure": 5.0,
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {"methane": 0.88, "ethane": 0.06, "propane": 0.03, "CO2": 0.02, "nitrogen": 0.01}
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed gas", "properties": {"flowRate": [25000.0, "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "compressor stage 1", "inlet": "feed gas", "properties": {"outletPressure": 15.5, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "aftercooler 1", "inlet": "compressor stage 1.outlet", "properties": {"outTemperature": 303.15}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "scrubber 1", "inlet": "aftercooler 1.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "compressor stage 2", "inlet": "scrubber 1.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 48.2, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}},
    {"type": "Cooler", "name": "aftercooler 2", "inlet": "compressor stage 2.outlet", "properties": {"outTemperature": 303.15}},
    {"type": "Separator", "name": "scrubber 2", "inlet": "aftercooler 2.outlet"},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "compressor stage 3", "inlet": "scrubber 2.gasOut", "properties": {"outletPressure": 150.0, "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78}}
  ],
  "autoRun": true
}

13. Output Format

Every extraction MUST produce three things:

1. The NeqSim JSON

The complete JSON object ready for ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun().

2. Extraction Report

Present as a structured summary:

EXTRACTION REPORT
─────────────────
Source type:  [text / table / PFD / data sheet / mixed]
Confidence:  [0.XX] — [High / Medium / Low / Very Low]
Equipment:   [N] units extracted
Streams:     [N] connections wired

Assumptions Used:
  - [assumption 1]
  - [assumption 2]
  ...

Missing Information:
  - [missing item 1]
  - [missing item 2]
  ...

Warnings:
  - [warning 1]
  ...

3. Simulation Results (after running)

SIMULATION RESULTS
──────────────────
Status: [SUCCESS / ERROR]

Equipment        T (°C)    P (bara)   Flow (kg/hr)   Notes
─────────       ──────    ────────   ────────────   ─────
Feed              80.0      65.0      75000          —
HP Separator      80.0      65.0      —              Gas + Oil split
Gas Compressor   145.2     120.0      62000          Power: 2450 kW
Oil Valve         55.3      15.0      13000          —

14. Error Handling

If ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun() returns errors, interpret them:

Error Code	Meaning	Likely Fix
`JSON_PARSE_ERROR`	Malformed JSON	Check JSON syntax (missing comma, unmatched brace)
`MISSING_PROCESS`	No `process` array	Add the process equipment array
`MISSING_TYPE`	Equipment has no `type`	Add `"type": "..."` to the unit definition
`STREAM_NOT_FOUND`	Inlet reference points to nonexistent equipment	Check equipment order and name spelling
`FLUID_NOT_FOUND`	`fluidRef` points to undefined fluid	Define the fluid in the `fluids` section
`NO_FLUID`	Stream has no fluid	Define a `fluid` section or add `fluidRef`
`UNKNOWN_MODEL`	Unrecognized EOS model	Use: SRK, PR, CPA, GERG2008, PCSAFT, UMRPRU
`UNIT_ERROR`	Equipment creation failed	Check property values and types
`SIMULATION_ERROR`	Runtime failure during `process.run()`	Check pressure/temperature ranges, compositions

Tolerant Error Handling

This means result.isSuccess() can be true even when result.hasWarnings() is also true. Always check warnings to identify any equipment that was skipped:

result = ProcessSystem.fromJson(json_str)
if result.hasWarnings():
    for w in result.getWarnings():
        print(f"WARNING [{w.getCode()}]: {w.getMessage()}")

15. Operating Data Bridge Patterns

Patterns for converting operating data from external sources (Excel, CSV, historians) into NeqSim JSON.

From Excel / CSV Tabular Data

When operating data arrives as a table (common in FEED reports, well tests, plant data):

Step 1 — Identify columns:

Column Type	Maps To
Stream name / tag	`"name"` in process array
Temperature (with unit)	`"outTemperature"` (convert to K)
Pressure (with unit)	`"outletPressure"` / fluid `"pressure"`
Flow rate (with unit)	`"flowRate"` property
Composition columns (CH4 mol%, C2H6 mol%, ...)	`"components"` in fluid
Equipment tag (e.g., 20VA001)	`"name"`
Equipment type (separator, compressor, ...)	`"type"` (via equipment mapping)

Step 2 — Build JSON from rows:

Excel Row:                          NeqSim JSON Unit:
┌─────────────────────────────┐    ┌──────────────────────────────────┐
│ Tag: 23KA601                │ →  │ "name": "23KA601"                │
│ Type: Centrifugal compressor│ →  │ "type": "Compressor"             │
│ Suction P: 48 barg          │ →  │ (inlet stream pressure)          │
│ Discharge P: 95 barg        │ →  │ "outletPressure": 96.01325       │
│ Efficiency: 78%             │ →  │ "isentropicEfficiency": 0.78     │
│ Inlet: from 20VA001 gas     │ →  │ "inlet": "20VA001.gasOut"        │
└─────────────────────────────┘    └──────────────────────────────────┘

Step 3 — Handle multi-row compositions:

If composition is spread across rows (one row per component):

Component    mol%
methane      82.5
ethane        7.2
propane       4.1
CO2           2.3
remainder     3.9  ← assign to n-butane or split to nC4/nC5

Convert to: {"methane": 0.825, "ethane": 0.072, "propane": 0.041, "CO2": 0.023, "n-butane": 0.039}

From Plant Historian Data (PI / IP.21)

When operating data comes from realtime historians:

Tag Mapping Pattern:

Historian Tag            → NeqSim Parameter
─────────────           ─────────────────
PT-20001.PV (bara)      → feed stream pressure
TT-20001.PV (°C)        → feed stream temperature (+273.15)
FT-20001.PV (kg/hr)     → feed stream flowRate
AT-20001-CH4.PV (mol%)  → fluid component "methane" (/100)
AT-20001-C2H6.PV (mol%) → fluid component "ethane" (/100)
PT-23001.PV (bara)      → compressor outletPressure

JSON with Historian Placeholder Tags:

Use "$TAG:tagname$" placeholders that a data bridge fills at runtime:

{
  "fluid": {
    "model": "SRK",
    "temperature": "$TAG:TT-20001.PV+273.15$",
    "pressure": "$TAG:PT-20001.PV$",
    "mixingRule": "classic",
    "components": {
      "methane": "$TAG:AT-20001-CH4.PV/100$",
      "ethane": "$TAG:AT-20001-C2H6.PV/100$"
    }
  },
  "process": [
    {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed", "properties": {"flowRate": ["$TAG:FT-20001.PV$", "kg/hr"]}},
    {"type": "Compressor", "name": "23KA001", "inlet": "feed",
      "properties": {"outletPressure": "$TAG:PT-23001.PV$"}}
  ]
}

Python Data Bridge Example (pandas):

import pandas as pd
import json

# Load operating data from Excel
df = pd.read_excel("operating_data.xlsx", sheet_name="Well Test")

# Build fluid composition from columns
composition = {}
component_map = {"CH4": "methane", "C2H6": "ethane", "C3H8": "propane",
                 "CO2": "CO2", "N2": "nitrogen", "H2S": "H2S"}
for col, neqsim_name in component_map.items():
    if col in df.columns:
        val = float(df[col].iloc[0])
        if val > 1.0:  # Likely mol% not fraction
            val /= 100.0
        composition[neqsim_name] = round(val, 6)

# Normalize
total = sum(composition.values())
composition = {k: round(v / total, 6) for k, v in composition.items()}

# Build JSON
neqsim_json = {
    "fluid": {
        "model": "SRK",
        "temperature": float(df["Temperature_C"].iloc[0]) + 273.15,
        "pressure": float(df["Pressure_bara"].iloc[0]),
        "mixingRule": "classic",
        "components": composition
    },
    "process": [
        {"type": "Stream", "name": "feed",
         "properties": {"flowRate": [float(df["FlowRate_kghr"].iloc[0]), "kg/hr"]}}
        # ... add equipment from equipment sheet
    ],
    "autoRun": True
}

Handling Common Data Issues

Issue	Detection	Fix
Composition sums to ~100 not ~1	Sum > 1.5	Divide all values by 100
Composition sums to < 0.95	Sum < 0.95	Assign remainder to heaviest component, flag assumption
Pressure in barg not bara	Values look low (< 1 for HP systems)	Add 1.01325 to convert
Temperature in °C not K	Values < 200 for process	Add 273.15
Missing flow units	No unit column	Default to kg/hr, flag assumption
ppm trace components	Values > 100 in composition column	Convert: mol_frac = ppm × 1e-6

16. ProcessSystem vs ProcessModule Architecture

NeqSim has three levels of process model organization. The extraction agent MUST choose the right level before assembling JSON or Python code.

Decision Guide

Process Complexity	Units	Recycles	Architecture	JSON Support
Simple / linear	1–8	0–1	Single `ProcessSystem`	YES — use `fromJsonAndRun()`
Medium	5–15	0–1	Single `ProcessSystem`	YES — use `fromJsonAndRun()`
Large / multi-area	10–50+	0–3+	`ProcessModule` composing multiple `ProcessSystem`s	NO — must use Python/Java code
Reusable subsystem	any	internal	`ProcessModuleBaseClass` subclass	NO — must use Python/Java code

Decision rules (apply in order):

Can the entire process be expressed as a single linear/branching chain? → Single ProcessSystem via JSON.
Does the process have ≤ 1 recycle loop with ≤ 15 total units? → Single ProcessSystem via JSON (recycles supported via Recycle equipment type).
Does the process have distinct plant areas (e.g., separation train + compression + dehydration + export) with different fluids or cross-area recycles? → Split into multiple ProcessSystem objects inside a ProcessModule.
Does a pre-built module exist (separation, TEG dehydration, CO2 removal, adsorption)? → Use the corresponding ProcessModuleBaseClass subclass.
Does the process require > 50 units or nested recycles across areas? → Use nested ProcessModule containing other ProcessModules.

Architecture A: Single ProcessSystem (JSON-compatible)

When to use: Most extraction scenarios. The JSON builder creates a single ProcessSystem with equipment wired via stream references.

┌──────────────────────────────────────────┐
│           ProcessSystem                  │
│                                          │
│  Stream → Cooler → Separator → Compressor│
│                      │                   │
│                      └→ Valve → LP Sep   │
└──────────────────────────────────────────┘

Limitations of single ProcessSystem:

All equipment shares one feed fluid definition
One convergence loop (adjusters + recycles solved together)
No sub-module encapsulation
Gets unwieldy above ~15-20 units

Architecture B: ProcessModuleBaseClass (Reusable Black-Box Modules)

When to use: The source describes a standard process subsystem that matches one of NeqSim's pre-built modules. Use the module directly rather than rebuilding from individual equipment.

Available pre-built modules:

Module Class	Purpose	Input Streams	Output Streams
`SeparationTrainModule`	Multi-stage HP/MP/LP separation	`"feed stream"`	`"gas exit stream"`, `"oil exit stream"`
`SeparationTrainModuleSimple`	Simplified 2-stage separation	`"feed stream"`	`"gas exit stream"`, `"oil exit stream"`
`GlycolDehydrationlModule`	TEG dehydration (absorber + stripper + regen)	`"gasStreamToAbsorber"`, `"strippingGas"`	`"gasStreamFromAbsorber"`, `"liquidFromStripper"`
`CO2RemovalModule`	CO2 absorption/stripping	`"streamToAbsorber"`	`"streamFromAbsorber"`
`AdsorptionDehydrationlModule`	Adsorption dehydration with multiple beds	`"gasStreamToAdsorber"`	`"gasStreamFromAdsorber"`
`DPCUModule`	Dew Point Control Unit (expander + column)	`"feed stream"`	`"gas exit stream"`, `"oil exit stream"`
`PropaneCoolingModule`	Propane refrigeration cycle	`"refrigerant"`	`"refrigerant"`
`MEGReclaimerModule`	MEG reclamation	`"streamToReclaimer"`	`"streamToWaterRemoval"`
`MixerGasProcessingModule`	Gas processing with glycol injection	`"feed stream"`, `"glycol feed stream"`	`"gas exit stream"`, `"oil exit stream"`
`WellFluidModule`	Well fluid characterization & separation	`"feed stream"`	single outlet

Pattern — module as equipment in ProcessSystem:

# A module IS a ProcessEquipmentInterface — add it to a ProcessSystem
from neqsim import jneqsim

SepModule = jneqsim.process.processmodel.processmodules.SeparationTrainModule

sep_module = SepModule("separation train")
sep_module.addInputStream("feed stream", feed_stream)
sep_module.setSpecification("pressure1", 65.0)  # HP sep pressure
sep_module.setSpecification("pressure2", 25.0)  # MP sep pressure
sep_module.setSpecification("pressure3", 5.0)   # LP sep pressure

process = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessSystem()
process.add(feed_stream)
process.add(sep_module)  # Module treated as 1 equipment
process.run()

# Get output streams from module
gas_out = sep_module.getOutputStream("gas exit stream")
oil_out = sep_module.getOutputStream("oil exit stream")

Key API:

addInputStream(String name, StreamInterface stream) — wire input by port name
getOutputStream(String name) — get output by port name
getOperations() → ProcessSystem — access the internal process
getUnit(String name) — access individual equipment inside the module
initializeModule() — called automatically when added to a ProcessSystem

Architecture C: ProcessModule (Multi-System Composition)

When to use: The source describes a large facility with multiple distinct process areas that need separate convergence or different thermodynamic models.

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                    ProcessModule                        │
│                                                         │
│  ┌──────────────┐   ┌──────────────┐   ┌─────────────┐ │
│  │ ProcessSystem │──►│ ProcessSystem │──►│ProcessSystem│ │
│  │  Separation   │   │  Compression │   │ Dehydration │ │
│  └──────────────┘   └──────────────┘   └─────────────┘ │
│         │                                    │          │
│         └──────── recycle stream ─────────────┘          │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Pattern — composing multiple ProcessSystems:

from neqsim import jneqsim

ProcessSystem = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessSystem
ProcessModule = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessModule

# Build each plant area as a separate ProcessSystem
sep_system = ProcessSystem()
sep_system.add(feed_stream)
sep_system.add(hp_separator)
sep_system.add(lp_separator)

comp_system = ProcessSystem()
comp_system.add(gas_from_sep)      # shared stream object links the systems
comp_system.add(compressor_1)
comp_system.add(aftercooler_1)
comp_system.add(compressor_2)

dehyd_system = ProcessSystem()
dehyd_system.add(compressed_gas)   # shared stream object
dehyd_system.add(teg_absorber)
dehyd_system.add(dry_gas_stream)

# Compose into a ProcessModule
plant = ProcessModule("Gas Processing Plant")
plant.add(sep_system)
plant.add(comp_system)
plant.add(dehyd_system)
plant.run()  # Runs sub-systems in order; handles cross-system recycles

# Access any equipment across all sub-systems
comp = plant.getUnit("compressor 1")
print(f"Power: {comp.getPower('kW'):.0f} kW")

Key API for ProcessModule:

Method	Description
`add(ProcessSystem)`	Add a sub-system
`add(ProcessModule)`	Nest another module
`run()`	Run all sub-systems (handles cross-system recycles)
`getUnit(String name)`	Find equipment across all sub-systems
`getAllProcessSystems()`	Recursively list all ProcessSystems
`getSubSystemCount()`	Number of sub-systems + nested modules
`hasRecycleLoops()`	Detect cross-system recycles
`validateStructure()`	Check for errors (empty modules, disconnected systems)
`buildModelGraph()`	Build directed graph for topology analysis
`getCalculationOrder()`	Topological sort across all sub-systems
`checkMassBalance(String unit)`	Mass balance verification
`copy()`	Deep serialization copy

Recycle convergence: If recycles span multiple sub-systems, ProcessModule.run() flattens all units and iterates until all recycles converge (max 100 iterations).

Extraction Workflow Integration

When extracting from a source document, add a Step 0 before the normal extraction:

Step 0: Classify Process Complexity

Count the total number of equipment items mentioned
Identify distinct plant areas (separation, compression, dehydration, etc.)
Check for cross-area recycles (e.g., regenerated solvent returning to absorber)
Check if any area matches a pre-built module
Choose architecture:

Finding	Architecture	Output
≤ 15 units, single area or simple branching	A: Single ProcessSystem	JSON
Standard subsystem (TEG, CO2 removal, etc.)	B: ProcessModuleBaseClass	Python code using pre-built module
Multiple areas, > 15 units, or cross-area recycles	C: ProcessModule	Python code composing ProcessSystems
Giant facility (> 50 units) or nested recycles	C: Nested ProcessModules	Python code with nested modules

Important: When Architecture B or C is chosen, the extraction agent MUST:

Still extract all parameters using the same skill rules (units, component names, etc.)
Produce Python code instead of (or in addition to) JSON
Clearly state why JSON alone is insufficient
Use ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun() for individual sub-systems where possible, then compose them in Python

Hybrid Approach (JSON + Python Composition)

For large processes, use JSON for each sub-system and compose in Python:

import json
from neqsim import jneqsim

ProcessSystem = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessSystem
ProcessModule = jneqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessModule

# Each plant area as JSON → ProcessSystem
sep_json = json.dumps({"fluid": {...}, "process": [...]})
comp_json = json.dumps({"fluid": {...}, "process": [...]})

sep_result = ProcessSystem.fromJson(sep_json)   # build but don't run yet
sep_process = sep_result.getProcessSystem()

comp_result = ProcessSystem.fromJson(comp_json)
comp_process = comp_result.getProcessSystem()

# Wire cross-system streams
# Get output from separation and set as input to compression
sep_gas = sep_process.getUnit("HP separator").getGasOutStream()
comp_feed = comp_process.getUnit("comp feed")  # The Stream in comp_json
# Replace comp feed's fluid with sep gas's fluid
comp_feed.setThermoSystem(sep_gas.getThermoSystem().clone())

# Compose and run
plant = ProcessModule("plant")
plant.add(sep_process)
plant.add(comp_process)
plant.run()

When NOT to Use Modules

Simple processes — don't over-architect a 4-unit process with modules
Learning / demos — use single ProcessSystem for clarity
JSON-only requirement — modules require Python/Java code
No cross-area interaction — independent systems can just be separate fromJsonAndRun() calls

17. Word Document (.docx) Input Support

Process descriptions often arrive as Word documents. This section covers extracting simulation parameters from .docx files using python-docx.

Required Library

import docx  # pip install python-docx

Document Loading Pattern

import os, docx

DOC_PATHS = [
    os.path.join(os.path.dirname(globals().get("__vsc_ipynb_file__", "")),
                 "process_description.docx"),
    r"C:\Users\...\process_description.docx",
    "process_description.docx",  # fallback: current directory
]

doc = None
for path in DOC_PATHS:
    if path and os.path.exists(path):
        doc = docx.Document(path)
        break
if doc is None:
    raise FileNotFoundError("Could not find document")

Extracting Paragraphs and Tables

paragraphs = [p.text.strip() for p in doc.paragraphs if p.text.strip()]
tables_data = []
for table in doc.tables:
    rows = [[cell.text.strip() for cell in row.cells] for row in table.rows]
    tables_data.append(rows)

Composition Extraction from Tables

Map document component names to NeqSim names using a lookup table:

NEQSIM_COMPONENT_MAP = {
    "Nitrogen": "nitrogen", "N2": "nitrogen",
    "CO2": "CO2", "Carbon Dioxide": "CO2",
    "Methane": "methane", "C1": "methane",
    "Ethane": "ethane", "C2": "ethane",
    "Propane": "propane", "C3": "propane",
    "i-Butane": "i-butane", "iC4": "i-butane",
    "n-Butane": "n-butane", "nC4": "n-butane",
    "i-Pentane": "i-pentane", "iC5": "i-pentane",
    "n-Pentane": "n-pentane", "nC5": "n-pentane",
    "C6+": "n-hexane",  # Simplified plus-fraction
    "n-Hexane": "n-hexane", "C6": "n-hexane",
    "H2S": "H2S", "Water": "water", "H2O": "water",
}

# Find the composition table (look for "Component" + "Mole fraction" headers)
composition = {}
for table_rows in tables_data:
    header = [h.lower() for h in table_rows[0]]
    if "component" in header and any("mole" in h or "fraction" in h for h in header):
        comp_col = header.index("component")
        frac_col = next(i for i, h in enumerate(header) if "mole" in h or "fraction" in h)
        for row in table_rows[1:]:
            doc_name = row[comp_col].strip()
            neqsim_name = NEQSIM_COMPONENT_MAP.get(doc_name)
            if neqsim_name:
                composition[neqsim_name] = float(row[frac_col])
        break

# Normalize to sum = 1.0
total = sum(composition.values())
composition = {k: v/total for k, v in composition.items()}

Operating Condition Extraction from Narrative

Extract temperatures and pressures from the prose text using pattern matching:

import re

def extract_from_paragraphs(paragraphs, patterns):
    """Search paragraphs for key-value patterns."""
    results = {}
    for p in paragraphs:
        for key, regex in patterns.items():
            m = re.search(regex, p, re.IGNORECASE)
            if m and key not in results:
                results[key] = float(m.group(1))
    return results

# Typical patterns found in process descriptions
patterns = {
    "feed_pressure":  r"(?:inlet|feed)\s+(?:pressure|P)\s*[:\s]+(\d+\.?\d*)\s*bar",
    "feed_temperature": r"(?:inlet|feed)\s+(?:temperature|T)\s*[:\s]+(\d+\.?\d*)\s*°?C",
    "hp_sep_pressure": r"HP\s+(?:separator|sep).*?(\d+\.?\d*)\s*bar",
    "export_pressure": r"export.*?(\d+\.?\d*)\s*bar",
}

For complex documents, also extract from tables with "Parameter"/"Value" structure:

for table_rows in tables_data:
    header = [h.lower() for h in table_rows[0]]
    if "parameter" in header and any("value" in h for h in header):
        param_col = header.index("parameter")
        val_col = next(i for i, h in enumerate(header) if "value" in h)
        for row in table_rows[1:]:
            param = row[param_col].lower()
            try:
                val = float(re.sub(r'[^\d.]', '', row[val_col]))
            except ValueError:
                continue
            if "pressure" in param:
                results["feed_pressure"] = val
            elif "temperature" in param:
                results["feed_temperature"] = val

Architecture Decision After Extraction

After extracting all parameters, count equipment and decide architecture:

# Count equipment mentioned in document
equipment_count = sum(1 for p in paragraphs
    if any(kw in p.lower() for kw in
           ["separator", "compressor", "cooler", "heater", "valve",
            "column", "pump", "mixer", "exchanger", "drum"]))

if equipment_count <= 8:
    print("Architecture A: Single ProcessSystem")
elif equipment_count <= 20:
    print("Architecture A or B: Single system or JSON builder")
else:
    print("Architecture C: ProcessModule with multiple sub-systems")

Tested Example

See examples/notebooks/process_extraction_from_document.ipynb for a full end-to-end example that demonstrates the Free Text → JSON → NeqSim Model pipeline:

Loads a Word document describing a gas+condensate processing facility
Extracts composition from a table (10 components)
Extracts feed and operating conditions from tables and narrative
Generates a NeqSim JSON file (process_from_document.json) as portable intermediate
Builds process from JSON via ProcessSystem.fromJson() (core gas train, 10 units)
Adds a scrubber liquid recycle using the hybrid approach (clone + Recycle object)
Builds a full plant via ProcessModule with 3 sub-systems (20 units)
Validates results (8/8 + 11/11 checks pass) and generates 3 figures

18. Recycle Stream Handling

When Recycles Are Needed

Recycles appear whenever a downstream liquid or gas stream must be returned to an upstream unit:

Scrubber liquid recycle: Knockout drum condensate → HP separator
Anti-surge recycle: Compressor discharge → compressor suction via cooler
Solvent loop: Regenerated solvent → top of absorber column
Reflux: Condenser liquid → top tray of distillation column

JSON Builder Limitation

Solution: Hybrid approach — use JSON for the main process, then add recycles via Python/Java code after building from JSON.

Recycle Pattern (Clone + Recycle Object)

# 1. Clone a stream to create the "tear" (initial guess) stream
recycle_stream = source_stream.clone("Recycle Stream Name")
recycle_stream.setFlowRate(1e-6, "kg/hr")  # Tiny initial guess
process.add(recycle_stream)

# 2. Add the clone as an extra inlet to the receiving equipment
#    Use addStream() for separators/mixers
hp_separator.addStream(recycle_stream)

# 3. Build the rest of the process normally
# ... (knockout scrubber, pump, etc.)

# 4. Pump the actual recycle liquid back to upstream pressure
pump = ns.Pump("Recycle Pump", scrubber.getLiquidOutStream())
pump.setOutletPressure(upstream_pressure)
process.add(pump)

# 5. Create Recycle object to converge the loop
recycle = ns.Recycle("Recycle Name")
recycle.addStream(pump.getOutletStream())      # Actual downstream output
recycle.setOutletStream(recycle_stream)         # Clone tear stream
recycle.setTolerance(1e-2)                      # Flow/temp/comp tolerance
process.add(recycle)

# ProcessSystem.run() iterates until recycle converges
process.run()

Recycle API Reference

Method	Description
`Recycle(String name)`	Constructor
`addStream(StreamInterface)`	Set the input (actual downstream stream)
`setOutletStream(StreamInterface)`	Set the output (clone/tear stream)
`setTolerance(double)`	Set flow/temp/composition convergence tolerance (default 1e-2)
`setAccelerationMethod(AccelerationMethod)`	`DIRECT_SUBSTITUTION`, `WEGSTEIN`, `BROYDEN`
`setMaxIterations(int)`	Max recycle iterations (default 10)

JSON Schema Extension for Recycles

When the extraction identifies a recycle, include it in the JSON process array as a comment/marker that signals hybrid wiring is needed:

{
  "type": "Recycle",
  "name": "Scrubber Liquid Recycle",
  "inlet": "Scrubber Pump",
  "properties": {
    "outletStream": "Recycle Stream Name",
    "tolerance": 0.01
  },
  "_note": "HYBRID: Requires Python wiring — JSON builder cannot set outletStream"
}

The agent should detect this marker and generate additional Python code for recycle wiring after the fromJson() call.

19. Three-Step Extraction Pipeline

The recommended workflow for converting free text to a running simulation:

┌─────────────┐     ┌──────────────┐     ┌──────────────────┐
│  Free Text   │ ──→ │  NeqSim JSON  │ ──→ │  Running Process  │
│  (.docx/txt) │     │  (.json file) │     │  (ProcessSystem)  │
└─────────────┘     └──────────────┘     └──────────────────┘
   Step 1: Parse       Step 2: Structure     Step 3: Build & Run

Step 1: Parse — Extract Parameters

Use python-docx for .docx, regex for plain text
Extract: composition, feed conditions, equipment list, operating conditions
Map component names using NEQSIM_COMPONENT_MAP (Section 5)
Normalize mole fractions to sum to 1.0

Step 2: Structure — Generate JSON

Build the JSON dict following the schema in Section 1
Use dot-notation for stream wiring (Section 3)
Save to a .json file for portability and version control
The JSON file is the single source of truth for the process

Step 3: Build & Run — Load JSON into NeqSim

# Load JSON and build process
import jpype
ProcessSystem = jpype.JClass("neqsim.process.processmodel.ProcessSystem")
result = ProcessSystem.fromJson(json_str)

if result.isError():
    for err in result.getErrors():
        print(f"[{err.getCode()}] {err.getMessage()}")
else:
    process = result.getProcessSystem()
    process.run()

    # Access equipment by name
    separator = process.getUnit("V-101 HP Separator")

    # Access streams via dot-notation
    gas_stream = process.resolveStreamReference("V-101 HP Separator.gasOut")

API Reference for JSON Pipeline

Method	Returns	Description
`ProcessSystem.fromJson(String)`	`SimulationResult`	Build process from JSON (no run)
`ProcessSystem.fromJsonAndRun(String)`	`SimulationResult`	Build and run in one call
`result.isError()`	`boolean`	Check for build errors
`result.isSuccess()`	`boolean`	Check for success
`result.getProcessSystem()`	`ProcessSystem`	Get the built process
`result.getErrors()`	`List<ErrorDetail>`	Error details with codes and remediation
`process.getUnit(String name)`	`ProcessEquipmentInterface`	Get equipment by name
`process.resolveStreamReference(String ref)`	`StreamInterface`	Get stream by dot-notation

Stream Reference Dot-Notation

Suffix	Method Called	Example
`.gasOut` or `.gas`	`getGasOutStream()`	`"V-101 HP Sep.gasOut"`
`.liquidOut` or `.liquid`	`getLiquidOutStream()`	`"V-201 Knockout.liquidOut"`
`.oilOut` or `.oil`	`getOilOutStream()`	`"V-101 HP Sep.oilOut"`
`.waterOut` or `.water`	`getWaterOutStream()`	`"V-101 HP Sep.waterOut"`
`.outlet` (default)	`getOutletStream()`	`"K-401 Compressor"`

20. Compressor Performance Curves & Anti-Surge Handling

When to Add Compressor Curves

Add performance curves when the document mentions any of:

Compressor performance maps, characteristic curves, or operating envelopes
Surge protection, anti-surge control, or recycle valve
Compressor turndown requirements or minimum flow
Polytropic or isentropic head values
Multiple speed operations or variable speed drive (VSD)

CompressorChartGenerator — Auto-Generate from Design Point

import jpype
CompressorChartGenerator = jpype.JClass(
    "neqsim.process.equipment.compressor.CompressorChartGenerator"
)

# 1. Configure compressor
comp = ns.Compressor("K-401", inlet_stream)
comp.setUsePolytropicCalc(True)
comp.setOutletPressure(125.0)
comp.setPolytropicEfficiency(0.75)

# 2. Run process once to establish design point
process.add(comp)
process.run()  # Compressor now has head, flow, speed

# 3. Generate chart from design point
chart_gen = CompressorChartGenerator(comp)
comp.setCompressorChart(chart_gen.generateCompressorChart("mid range"))
comp.setCompressorChartType("interpolate and extrapolate")

# 4. Re-run with chart enabled
process.run()

Generation options:

Method	Description
`generateCompressorChart("normal")`	Single-speed, 5 points per curve
`generateCompressorChart("mid range")`	Single-speed, 3 points (surge → stonewall)
`generateCompressorChart("normal", 5)`	Multi-speed, 5 speed curves
`generateFromTemplate("CENTRIFUGAL_STANDARD", 9)`	Standard centrifugal template
`generateFromTemplate("CENTRIFUGAL_HIGH_FLOW", 5)`	High-flow template
`generateFromTemplate("CENTRIFUGAL_HIGH_HEAD", 5)`	High-head template

Loading Manufacturer Curves from JSON

If the document includes actual performance data (from OEM data sheets):

# From a JSON file
comp.loadCompressorChartFromJson("path/to/chart.json")

# From a JSON string (e.g., extracted from document)
comp.loadCompressorChartFromJsonString(json_string)

# Export chart as JSON
chart_json = comp.getCompressorChartAsJson()

Chart JSON format:

{
  "compressorName": "K-401 Export Compressor",
  "headUnit": "kJ/kg",
  "maxDesignPower_kW": 8500.0,
  "referenceConditions": {
    "molecularWeight": 18.5,
    "temperature_K": 303.15,
    "pressure_bara": 65.0,
    "compressibilityZ": 0.92
  },
  "speedCurves": [
    {
      "speed_rpm": 3000.0,
      "flow_m3h": [3300, 4700, 6700],
      "head_kJkg": [88.8, 74.0, 37.0],
      "polytropicEfficiency_pct": [67.5, 75.0, 63.75]
    }
  ],
  "surgeFlow": [3300],
  "surgeHead": [88.8],
  "chokeFlow": [6700],
  "chokeHead": [37.0]
}

Anti-Surge Loop Topology

The typical NCS anti-surge pattern (used on offshore platforms):

                    ┌──────────────────────────────────────────┐
                    │              Anti-Surge Loop              │
                    ▼                                          │
Gas ──→ [Mixer] ──→ [Cooler] ──→ [Compressor w/Chart] ──→ [Splitter]──→ Main Export
                                                                │
                                                          [Calculator]

neqsim-process-extraction

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NeqSim Process Extraction Skill

Core Principle

1. Target JSON Schema

Field Reference

Multiple Fluids (Named)

2. Equipment Type Mapping

Separation

Compression & Expansion

Heat Transfer

Valves

Pumps

Piping Routes

Mixing & Splitting

Streams

Other Equipment

3. Stream Wiring (Dot-Notation)

Port Reference Table

Wiring Rules

Branching Example

Mixer Multi-Inlet Example

4. Equipment Properties Reference

Stream

Compressor

Cooler / Heater

ThrottlingValve

Pump

Separator / ThreePhaseSeparator

Splitter

DistillationColumn

HeatExchanger (Multi-Inlet)

AdiabaticPipe

Route-Level Piping Line Lists

5. Component Name Mapping

Hydrocarbon Components

Non-Hydrocarbon Components

Chemical Additives

Aromatics

6. Unit Conversion Rules

Temperature

Pressure

Flow Rate

Composition: Weight% to Mole Fraction Conversion

7. EOS Model Selection

Decision Rules

8. Extraction Workflow

Step 1: Identify the Source Type

Step 2: Extract Fluid Composition

Step 3: Extract Equipment List

Step 4: Extract Stream Connectivity

Step 5: Extract Operating Conditions

Step 6: Assemble JSON

Step 7: Validate and Report

9. Confidence Scoring

Confidence Bands

10. Assumption Defaults

11. Process Templates

Template: Gas Dew Point Control

Template: Two-Stage HP/LP Separation

Template: Multi-Stage Compression with Intercooling

Template: Gas Cooling and JT Expansion

Template: Simple Oil Stabilization

Template: Subsea Tieback (Well → Pipeline → Platform)

Template: TEG Dehydration

Template: NGL Recovery (Turbo-Expander + Demethanizer)

Template: Acid Gas Removal (Amine Sweetening)

Template: Produced Water Treatment (Degassing)

12. Worked Examples

Example 1: Simple Text Description

Example 2: Process with Composition

Example 3: From a Heat & Mass Balance Table

Example 4: From Equipment Tag List (ProcessPilot style)

Example 5: Multi-Stage Compression (from a design report)

13. Output Format

1. The NeqSim JSON

2. Extraction Report

3. Simulation Results (after running)

14. Error Handling

Tolerant Error Handling