Article
Polymer Science
Yuanjing Zhang, Yingxu Song, Dandan Chen, Qifeng Jin, Jinyao Chen, Ya Cao
Summary: In this paper, a unique hybrid proton exchange membrane (PEM) made of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and quaternized polyethyleneimine (QPEI) for direct methanol fuel cells (DMFCs) is presented. The membrane utilizes QPEI as an anchoring agent to enhance compatibility at the organic-inorganic interface and reduce the leakage of phosphotungstic acid (PWA), the proton conductor. The PEM exhibits excellent proton conductivity and methanol permeability properties, making it a promising alternative to Nafion (R) for DMFC applications.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pengfei Yang, Linlin Xu, Panagiotis Trogadas, Marc-Olivier Coppens, Yang Lan
Summary: By incorporating cucurbit[n]urils (CB[n]) into sulfonated poly(ether ether ketone) (SPEEK) matrix, inspired by the proton conduction mechanism of bacteriorhodopsin, hybrid proton exchange membranes (PEMs) with enhanced proton conductivity are fabricated. The CB[n] carbonyl groups serve as proton-conducting sites, while the host-guest interaction between CB[n] and water molecules offers additional proton conducting pathways. The hybrid membranes exhibit significantly improved proton conductivity and superior fuel cell performance.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shaoxiong Zhai, Zhongrui Lu, Yuna Ai, Xiaoyang Jia, Yumeng Yang, Xin Liu, Miao Tian, Xingming Bian, Jun Lin, Shaojian He
Summary: This study successfully improved the performance of proton exchange membranes under low humidity by synthesizing phospho-tungstic acid functionalized covalent organic framework nanohybrids, further advancing the development of PEM fuel cells.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yanbo Chen, Fei Xu, Jing Li, Yuyang Han, Junjie Qiao, Jie Liu, Yao Xu, Bencai Lin
Summary: Poly(fluorenyl terphenyl piperidinium) (PFTP) with an aromatic backbone was synthesized to produce proton exchange membranes (PEMs) with robust mechanical properties. The introduction of propanesulfonic acid side chains enhanced the phosphoric acid (PA) adsorption capacity and proton conductivity of the resulting sulfonated PFTP (SPFTP-x) membranes. These membranes exhibited good thermal, oxidization, and dimensional stabilities, and the SPFTP-x membranes showed higher PA adsorption capacity and higher proton conductivity than the PFTP membrane. A single cell assembled with SPFTP-50 exhibited a maximum power density of 280 mW cm-2 at 100 degrees C, indicating the promising application of SPFTP-x as a membrane material for high-temperature proton membrane fuel cells.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
K. Pourzare, Y. Mansourpanah, S. Farhadi, M. M. Hasani Sadrabadi, M. Ulbricht
Summary: In this study, a new nanohybrid additive was synthesized and incorporated into a nanocomposite membrane to create short-pathway proton-conducting channels. The alignment of nanohybrids in the membrane matrix was found to enhance the proton conductivity and methanol permeability. Further improvements in selectivity were observed through the orientation of the additive, resulting in significant enhancements in membrane performance.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Shahbaz Ahmad, Tahir Nawaz, Asghar Ali, Mehmet Fatih Orhan, Ayesha Samreen, Arunachala M. Kannan
Summary: Proton exchange membrane fuel cells are considered efficient and clean energy conversion devices, but their high manufacturing cost remains a major barrier to their general acceptance and commercialization. Lowering the cost of the electrolyte and catalyst is the main strategy for reducing fuel cell cost. The development of low-cost and high-performance electrolyte membranes is a top priority.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Na Rae Kang, Thanh Huong Pham, Hannes Nederstedt, Patric Jannasch
Summary: Phosphonated aromatic polymers functionalized with highly acidic perfluorophenylphosphonic acid show high conductivity, efficient ionic clustering, excellent proton conductivity, and outstanding thermal stability, making them attractive for applications in catalyst layers and proton exchange membranes.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Fatima C. Teixeira, Antonio P. S. Teixeira, C. M. Rangel
Summary: In this study, new doped Nafion membranes were prepared by casting with AzBPs as dopants. The proton conduction properties of the modified membranes were significantly improved compared to the reference Nafion membrane. The membrane with AzBP1 as dopant showed the best proton conductivity.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Li-Yu Zhu, Yu-Cheng Li, Jing Liu, Jing He, Lu-Ying Wang, Jian-Du Lei
Summary: Polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells have gained attention as a promising alternative to petroleum fossil energy due to their low pollution emission, high energy density, portability, and long operation times. However, the performance degradation and high permeability of traditional proton exchange membrane Nafion remain major challenges. This review summarizes the latest achievements in improving the performance of Nafion, particularly for elevated temperature or methanol-fueled systems. Various methods and composite membranes utilizing hydrophilic inorganic material, metal-organic frameworks, nanocomposites, and ionic liquids are discussed. Further revolutionary approaches are needed to accelerate the application of fuel cells and promote the renewal of energy structure.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Songtao Li, George Cai, Songze Wu, Aniket Raut, William Borges, Priyanka R. Sharma, Sunil K. Sharma, Benjamin S. Hsiao, Miriam Rafailovich
Summary: Carboxycellulose nanofibers (CNFs), a sustainable and inexpensive alternative to polymer electrolyte membranes, have been limited in practical application due to their low performance and reduced mechanical properties. This study successfully enhanced the performance of CNFs by cross-linking them with citric acid, resulting in improved fuel cell power density and current density.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Y. Prykhodko, K. Fatyeyeva, L. Hespel, S. Marais
Summary: Over 50% of energy is currently produced by burning non-renewable fossil fuels, leading to the release of greenhouse gases and environmental pollution. As a result, research on renewable energy sources, storage, and energy transformation devices has become increasingly important in recent years. Fuel cells, particularly proton exchange membrane fuel cells, are considered a promising energy device with ongoing developments in membrane technology.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xiao-Qian Xu, Li-Hui Cao, Yan Yang, Fang Zhao, Xiang-Tian Bai, Shuang-Quan Zang
Summary: In this study, high-performance proton exchange hybrid membranes were established by doping high proton-conducting iHOFs into the Nafion matrix for PEMFC applications. The synergistic effect of iHOFs and Nafion significantly improved the proton conductivity of the composite membranes, leading to enhanced power and current density values in fuel cell performance tests. Adjusting the sulfonic group positions on naphthalene disulfonic acid compounds allowed for the successful synthesis of iHOFs with different types of hydrogen bonds, providing a practical approach for future development in portable power generation.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Alexander Baranov, Lyudmila Leonova, Andrey Belmesov, Dmitry Domashnev, Alexey Levchenko, Lyubov Shmygleva, Alexander Karelin, Nadezhda Dremova, Yury Dobrovolsky
Summary: This work studied the influence of synthesis conditions on the composition, morphology, water content, and ion-conducting properties of CsxH3-xPW12O40 salts. The morphology of the salts is determined by the concentrations of the reagents during synthesis, with higher concentrations resulting in narrower particle size distribution and larger specific surface area. The composition of the salts depends on both the concentration and ratio of the reagents. The salts contain both adsorption and crystalline water, and proton is assumed to be the main charge carrier for ion transport through the network of adsorption water on the salt surface. The most promising catalyst among the obtained salts exhibits a composition of 1.2+/-0.3 protons, a specific surface area of 136+/-14 m(2)/g, and an ionic conductivity of 0.05 S cm(-1) at room temperature and 75% RH.
SOLID STATE IONICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shaoxiong Zhai, Hao Song, Xiaoyang Jia, Kangning Yang, Meijia Feng, Shaojian He, Jun Lin
Summary: In this study, water-insoluble P-C3N4 nanohybrids were synthesized to improve proton transport and conductivity in composite proton exchange membranes. These nanohybrids demonstrated higher proton conductivity than the control samples in liquid water and under specific temperature and humidity conditions, leading to significantly improved performance of proton exchange membranes in fuel cell applications.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Mohammad Atiqur Rahman, Junya Yagyu, Md. Saidul Islam, Masahiro Fukuda, Sora Wakamatsu, Ryuta Tagawa, Zhiqing Feng, Yoshihiro Sekine, Junya Ohyama, Shinya Hayami
Summary: Graphene oxide (GO)-based materials have been extensively studied as low-cost efficient solid electrolytes for fuel-cell application. However, the limited proton conductivity of GO in the out-of-plane directions and associated lower fuel-cell performance restrict their practical application. In this study, a sulfate ion-intercalated three-dimensional graphene oxide (3DSGO) with exceptionally high out-of-plane proton conductivity and improved fuel-cell performance was demonstrated.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ariel Augusto Schoenberger, Greta Marie Haselmann, Bernd Wolkenar, Simon Schoenebaum, Peter Mauermann, Stefan Sterlepper, Stefan Pischinger, Ulrich Simon
Summary: The study investigated the storage and oxidation of different hydrocarbons and blends on an oxidation catalyst, analyzing their adsorption and desorption behavior. It was found that the blend storage behavior differs from that of single hydrocarbons.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaochao Wu, Marcus Fischer, Adrian Nolte, Pia Lenssen, Bangfen Wang, Thorsten Ohlerth, Dominik Woell, Karl Alexander Heufer, Stefan Pischinger, Ulrich Simon
Summary: A catalytic coating for cylinder walls in internal combustion engines was developed to improve combustion efficiency and reduce pollutant emissions. The coating showed a reduction in flame quenching at low temperatures and a significant decrease in hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide content.
Article
Polymer Science
Lysann Kassner, Xiaomin Zhu, Karola Schaefer, Zhi Chen, Martin Moeller, Tina Uhlig, Frank Simon, Doreen Dentel, Christoph Tegenkamp, Stefan Spange, Michael Mehring
Summary: Coating textile fibers with nanostructured organic-inorganic hybrid materials can improve their hydrophobicity, solvent resistance, and mechanical properties. By adjusting the ratio of organic and inorganic components, the performance of the coating can be controlled. The coating process can also be combined with other polymerization processes.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
J. Robin Hoehner, Rustam A. Gumerov, Igor I. Potemkin, Cesar Rodriguez-Emmenegger, Nina Yu Kostina, Ahmed Mourran, Jenny Englert, David Schroeter, Lennart Janke, Martin Moeller
Summary: The study focuses on the synthesis of hydrophilic arborescent polymers with high conformational flexibility through grafting-from procedure, showing a strong interfacial activity in liquid-liquid interfaces. The molecules exhibit globular conformation and maintain a high flexibility, contributing to their unique behavior in toluene-in-water suspensions.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
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Summary: Advancements in tissue engineering have led to the understanding of physiological basement membranes. Efforts have been made to synthesize biomimetic membranes for applications in organ models.
Article
Electrochemistry
Jannis Kuepper, Xianglin Li, Ulrich Simon
Summary: This study developed a two-dimensional, multiphase KOB model to design an optimized cathode structure. Through validation and studying the influence of cathode porosity, surface area, and thickness on discharge behavior, it was found that higher cathode porosity and surface area can increase discharge capacity and lower discharge overpotential, while using a microporous cathode may not be ideal.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Daniel Roehrens, Ahed Abouserie, Bangfen Wang, Greta Haselmann, Ulrich Simon
Summary: We introduce a MW-assisted heterogeneous catalytical setup and discuss the factors influencing the obtained data, providing insights and opportunities for research and development in MW-assisted catalysis.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sonam Maiti, Thorsten Ohlerth, Niclas Schmidt, Stephan Aussen, Rainer Waser, Ulrich Simon, Silvia Karthaeuser
Summary: The research synthesized sub-10 nm HfO2 nanocrystals and used them to build microscale and nanoscale test devices. Electrical characterization revealed redox-like behavior in ambient atmosphere and volatile threshold switching in vacuum.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
A. A. Stupnikov, A. V. Bakirov, M. A. Shcherbina, U. Beginn, M. Moeller, S. N. Chvalun
Summary: Wedge-shaped dendrons based on benzenesulfonic acid can form different liquid crystal mesophases, such as ordered and disordered columnar hexagonal ones. The size and nature of focal groups as well as the length of aliphatic tails are important factors affecting the phase behavior of these materials. The study found that certain dendrons can form a 2D columnar ordered hexagonal mesophase with three annuli: a central channel, virtually hollow channel, and rigid aromatic part enveloped by an aliphatic matrix. The material shows promise for creating temperature-controlled ion-selective membranes.
MOLECULAR SYSTEMS DESIGN & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Marcus Fischer, Adrian Nolte, Xiaochao Wu, Dapeng Zhou, Stefan Pischinger, Karl Alexander Heufer, Ulrich Simon, Robert Vassen
Summary: In order to achieve higher efficiencies and reduced pollutant emissions, future vehicle powertrain systems with internal combustion engines need to adopt new advanced technologies. This paper presents a holistic approach by using thermal coatings on the combustion chamber walls to reduce wall heat losses, hydrocarbon, and carbon monoxide emissions. The application of yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) coating allows the wall temperature to follow the gas temperature and perform thermal swing. The results show that the coating can reduce flame quenching distance and total hydrocarbon emission.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Huarong Lei, Dongdong Chen, Jia-yue Yang, Abhishek Khetan, Jiuxing Jiang, Baoxiang Peng, Ulrich Simon, Daiqi Ye, Peirong Chen
Summary: This study reveals the low-temperature mechanism of Cu-SSZ-13 zeolite in the NH3-SCR catalysis process, identifying two transient states: O-2-bridged Cu dimers and proximately paired, chemically nonbonded Cu-I(NH3)(2) sites. It demonstrates the high reactivity of Cu(I)(NH3)(2) for NO-to-N-2 reduction at low temperatures. By providing experimental evidence, this study contributes valuable insights into the Cu redox cycle and the design of advanced catalysts for reducing automotive NOx emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Magdalena Jablonska, Ana Palcic, Muhammad Fernadi Lukman, Anna Wach, Marko Bertmer, David Poppitz, Reinhard Denecke, Xiaochao Wu, Ulrich Simon, Andreas Poeppl, Roger Glaeser
Summary: A series of ZSM-5 zeolite materials were successfully synthesized from OSDA-free systems, and the catalysts based on ZSM-5 seeds showed higher NO conversion during NH3-SCR-DeNO(x) process.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rebecca Hengsbach, Gerhard Fink, Ulrich Simon
Summary: This study examines the properties of DNA functionalized pNipmam microgels and pure pNipmam microgels at different concentrations of sodium chloride and in PBS solutions using temperature dependent H-1-NMR measurements. The results show that DNA modification affects the volume phase transition temperature and the addition of salt and PBS further enhances this effect.
Article
Polymer Science
Chunchen Zhang, Dan Eugen Demco, Rahul Rimal, Jens Koehler, Rostislav Vinokur, Smriti Singh, Jan Tenbusch, Martin Moeller
Summary: This study demonstrates the reversible formation of hydrogels through hydrophobic interaction using poly(N-alkyl-N-vinylacetamide)s. The polymers with different lengths of alkyl chains can dissolve in ethanol and form thin films. When immersed in water, they swell and form biocompatible hydrogels. The hydrophobic association varies with the length of the alkyl substituents, with shorter chains leading to flowable hydrogels that segregate from excess water and longer chains yielding hydrogels with mechanical properties similar to permanently cross-linked hydrogels.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jannis Kuepper, Ulrich Simon
Summary: This study evaluates the influence of oxygen partial pressure on the discharge performance of potassium-oxygen battery (KOB). It is found that low oxygen partial pressure leads to insufficient oxygen transport and reduced discharge performance, while high oxygen partial pressure improves discharge performance and prevents side reactions. These findings suggest that a high-pressure supply of pure oxygen can further increase the cell performance of KOB.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & FUELS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiawei Hou, Shixuan Guo, Nigel Graham, Wenzheng Yu, Kening Sun, Ting Liu
Summary: A novel 2D composite membrane based on r-HGO and MXene materials was developed, demonstrating exceptional performance for water treatment in terms of permeability, pollutant rejection, and physical stability. The optimization of preparation conditions and material proportions can result in high water flux and efficient removal of pollutants.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Retraction
Engineering, Chemical
Chang Liu, Jinghong Liu, Liang Zhu, Shanfu Tang, Huixin Xiong
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Rui Gao, Caihong Liu, Andreia F. Faria, Qiang He, Chun Yang, Jun Ma
Summary: A novel copolymer architecture has been developed to address biofouling concerns in thin-film composite (TFC) membranes by integrating anti-fouling, bactericidal, and fouling-release functions. The multifunctional membrane demonstrates promising anti-adhesive properties, self-cleaning ability, and high flux recovery rate.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alexander T. Bridge, Noah P. Wamble, Matthew S. Santoso, Joan F. Brennecke, Benny D. Freeman
Summary: This study demonstrates the reproducible preparation of high-flux defect-free asymmetric gas separation membranes using Cyrene(TM) as a majority dope formulation component. By adjusting the volume ratios of Cyrene(TM) and THF, as well as the concentrations of Matrimid(R) and the dry step time, optimal membrane performance is achieved.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alessandra Imbrogno, Han Ya Lin, Babak Minofar, Andrea Iris Schaefer
Summary: In this study, a composite nanofiber membrane containing cross-linked beta-cyclodextrin-epichlorohydrin was prepared and evaluated for the removal of steroid hormones. The results showed that the membrane had high adsorption capacity and the ability to form a specific inclusion complex interaction with the hormones, indicating its potential application in hormone removal.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Bora Shin, Jaewon Shin, Yanuar Chandra Wirasembada, Ki Young Park, Jinwoo Cho
Summary: This study develops a mathematical model to estimate the initial flux of volatile fatty acids in the direct contact membrane distillation process. It identifies the parameters affecting the flux and their relationship with pH.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yi-Jui Yeh, Jr Rong Liou, Wei Lin, Kuo-Lun Tung, Wei-Hung Chiang
Summary: This study demonstrates an effective plasma engineering method to create nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dot (NGQD)-inorganic nanocomposites for tunable molecular separation. The composite materials show high separation efficiency and controllable nanopore structures, making them potentially valuable for various applications.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Horacio Lopez-Marques, Kristofer L. Gleason, Manuel Aguilar-Vega, Rita Sulub-Sulub, J. Ehren Eichler, Hyeonji Oh, C. Buddie Mullins, Benny D. Freeman, Manish Kumar
Summary: In this study, water transport properties in Carbon Molecular Sieve (CMS) membranes were investigated. It was found that membranes synthesized at different pyrolysis temperatures exhibited varying water permeabilities. Compared to other polymeric materials, CMS membranes showed high water permeability, indicating potential for dehydration applications.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Dmitry A. Alentiev, Roman Yu. Nikiforov, Marina A. Rudakova, Danil P. Zarezin, Maxim A. Topchiy, Andrey F. Asachenko, Nikolay A. Belov, Maxim Bermeshev
Summary: A series of new norbornene-type monomers containing linear and branched substituents were synthesized, and robust thin membranes were prepared by vinyl-addition polymerization. Gas separation performance for the synthesized polymers was evaluated, and the structure of substituent side chains was found to significantly affect gas permeability and CO2 facilitated transport.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lei Yan, Qi Zhang, Ze Zhang, Gui-Jie Li, Yi Jin, Xin-Lin Zhang, Yan-Yun Sun
Summary: In this study, a continuous, stable and fast ion transport channel was established through in-situ guided cross-linking of zinc alginate hydrogels on a porous membrane, overcoming the negative pore effect and effectively inhibiting the dendrite growth of zinc anodes and interfacial side reactions.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yuqing Zhang, Ailing Zhang, Huiyang He, Yuting Fan, Yongjiang Li, Song Wang, Sanxi Li
Summary: The Langmuir-Blodgett self-assembly process is used to create an ordered SPEEK membrane, which enhances the proton conductivity by three times compared to conventional solution casting method.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Engineering, Chemical
Hasan Ismaeel, David Gibson, Eleonora Ricci, Maria Grazia De Angelis
Summary: In this study, a machine learning-based group contribution method (ML-GC) was developed to predict pure polymer parameters and successfully applied to predict gas solubility and gas solubility isotherms in glassy polymeric membranes. The model showed satisfactory performance on a small dataset, but has the potential to provide more accurate predictions for a wider range of polymers as more data becomes available.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yi Ji, Yu Sun, Huilin Li, Qiang Fu, Yan Zhang
Summary: Previous studies have shown that vibration- or rotation-based techniques can effectively mitigate fouling during membrane filtration. However, it is difficult to incorporate these techniques with spiral wound modules (SWMs) widely used in water and wastewater treatment. This study developed a prototype membrane system to accommodate angular vibrations with a modified SWM, and experimental results showed that applying angular vibrations can effectively control algal fouling in an SWM with lower energy consumption compared to traditional methods.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lakshmeesha Upadhayaya, Abaynesh Yihdego Gebreyohannes, Muhammad Wakil Shahzad, Usman T. Syed, Sandra L. Aristizabal, Radoslaw Gorecki, Suzana P. Nunes
Summary: Increasing temperatures worldwide pose a significant health risk, exacerbated by high humidity. Conventional air conditioners contribute heavily to carbon dioxide emissions, with dehumidification being a major factor. Membrane-based dehumidification system offers energy efficiency and non-toxic water vapor removal. This study demonstrates a membrane dehumidification system with polymeric hollow fibers coated with a green polyphenol coating, showing remarkable water vapor transport rate and selectivity. Long-term testing reveals minimal decline in vapor transport and a 4-5 times higher coefficient of performance (COP) compared to conventional dehumidifiers, making it a highly competitive, energy-saving device with reduced emissions and a smaller footprint.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhengzhong Zhou, Xue Zhu, Yi Yuan, Shaoqiang Wang, Xiaoshan Meng, Taoli Huhe, Qian Wang
Summary: In this study, lignin, a biomass material, was chemically modified and utilized in the interfacial polymerization process to improve the performance of nanofiltration membranes. The modified membranes showed enhanced hydrophilicity and anti-fouling properties, and the optimization of membrane pore size increased permeability. The study also demonstrated the potential application of the membranes in biogas slurry valorization.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
