Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
MhdAmmar Hafiz, Alaa H. Hawari, Radwan Alfahel, Mohammad K. Hassan, Ali Altaee
Summary: This study compared the performance of nanofiltration and reverse osmosis technologies for the reclamation of ultrafiltered municipal wastewater for irrigation. The permeate from the reverse osmosis process met FAO standards at lower pressures, but did not comply with irrigation water standards at higher pressures in terms of chloride, sodium, and calcium concentrations.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Petros Kokkinos, Jose R. Comia, Serena Caucci, Hiroshan Hettiarachchi, Florencio C. Ballesteros, Gideon Oron, Miquel Salgot, Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis
Summary: The recovery and reuse of wastewater and sewage sludge as alternative water sources and valuable resources are gaining momentum worldwide. This review provides a descriptive analysis of the status of their reuse in selected countries, including treatment strategies, standards, economic aspects, public acceptance, and case studies. It highlights the potential for further increase in both sewage and sludge reuse, with a focus on energy production and agricultural applications.
DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Paola Costamagna, Silvia Rosellini, Alice Lavarone, Giovanni Scarsi, Ezio Saturno, Valter Mantelli
Summary: The possibility of reusing treated refinery wastewater in the cooling water system was investigated, with the conclusion that the RO permeate water can be reused in the refinery's CWS, leading to a significant reduction in refinery primary water withdrawal.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Bijan Rahimi, Mahdi Afzali, Fatola Farhadi, Ali Asghar Alamolhoda
Summary: The study examines key factors for using desalination processes in the agricultural sector and conducts a techno-economic evaluation of using reverse osmosis desalination in a pistachio orchard. The results show that utilizing desalination processes can significantly increase orchard yield, yielding up to a seventeen-fold net present value increase, with a payback period of 1.5 years.
Article
Environmental Sciences
C. Echevarria, M. Pastur, C. Valderrama, J. L. Cortina, A. Vega, C. Mesa, M. Aceves
Summary: This study demonstrates the techno-economic reliability of an innovative fit-for-use treatment train to boost municipal reclaimed water reuse for industrial uses in the Barcelona Metropolitan Area (BMA). The study evaluates the benefits of two potential pre-treatments for reverse osmosis and calculates cost savings for different industries. It concludes that the use of municipal reclaimed water is economically competitive and provides cost-saving opportunities for industries in the BMA.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Recep Kaya, Turker Turken, Mehmet Emin Pasaoglu, Ayse Yuksekdag, Sevde Korkut, Ismail Koyuncu
Summary: The study evaluated the reuse of wastewater through UF and RO units, showing that UF effluent is suitable for irrigation and RO permeate can be used for industrial processes. The total operation and maintenance cost is calculated at 0.252 US $/m3.
URBAN WATER JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Bahar Ozbey Unal
Summary: In recent years, wastewater reuse has become increasingly important in industrial zones. Reverse osmosis (RO) membranes are commonly used for this purpose, but membrane fouling is a significant issue, affecting membrane performance and lifespan. This study conducted an autopsy analysis of a fouled RO membrane from an industrial wastewater reuse plant in Turkey, revealing the presence of inorganic scaling and molybdenum contamination. An effective chemical cleaning protocol was suggested. This study provides insights into fouling control strategies for industrial wastewater reuse.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Abdiel Lugo, Xuesong Xu, I. S. A. Abeysiriwardana-Arachchige, G. L. Chathurika L. Bandara, Nagamany Nirmalakhandan, Pei Xu
Summary: This study developed a comprehensive assessment framework to compare an innovative algae resource recovery and reuse system with a conventional potable water reuse system. The study evaluated the costs of individual units and integrated processes and provided decision-makers with valuable information about cost optimization and improvements. The main system utilized algal-based wastewater treatment, forward osmosis membranes, and seawater reverse osmosis membranes, while the benchmark system used conventional treatment processes. The main system was estimated to have a lower water cost compared to the benchmark system, making it a more economically viable alternative.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Celine Garnier, Wafa Guiga, Marie-Laure Lameloise, Laure Degrand, Claire Fargues
Summary: This paper investigates the feasibility of using reverse osmosis or tight nanofiltration to treat cauliflower blanching wastewater, and validates the Solution-Diffusion model for glucose and fructose transfer.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Andreia B. Santos, Alexandre Giacobbo, Marco Antonio S. Rodrigues, Andrea Moura Bernardes
Summary: In this study, the tertiary effluent from a Petrochemical Complex in Southern Brazil was treated using an integrated system of UF, RO, and EDI to produce industrial water for reuse. The system effectively removed impurities and met the quality requirements for reuse as clarified or demineralized water. The industrial reuse of this water can significantly reduce raw water collection and effluent disposal, thereby reducing the water footprint and increasing the sustainability of the petrochemical industry.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marcus Verhuelsdonk, Karl Glas, Harun Parlar
Summary: The study investigated the long-term performance of a modular pilot scale plant reusing brewery wastewater, achieving drinking water quality. Economic estimation showed that reusing brewery wastewater can be economically viable in 77.2% of simulated cases, with the strongest dependency on costs for wastewater disposal.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Rui Li, Haris Kadrispahic, Mads Koustrup Jorgensen, Sisse Brondum Berg, Dines Thornberg, Artur Tomasz Mielczarek, Kai Bester
Summary: The study showed that the cMBR system can effectively remove organic matter and micropollutants, with sludge concentration lower but activity significantly higher than conventional WWTPs, resulting in efficient oxygen consumption and micropollutant removal.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
MhdAmmar Hafiz, Radwan Alfahel, Alaa H. Hawari, Mohammad K. Hassan, Ali Altaee
Summary: Municipal treated wastewater can be used for food crop irrigation, with nanofiltration and a hybrid FO-RO system being more efficient for enhancing water quality to meet irrigation standards.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Karlia D. S. Amaral, Julio A. Navoni
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the desalination systems in 31 rural communities in the Brazilian semi-arid region and assess the potential of using brackish waters. The physical-chemical characteristics of groundwater and concentrate were analyzed to determine quality indexes for irrigation and animal watering. Most wells contained chlorinated sodium water with corrosive tendencies. Parameters such as conductivity, sulfate, and magnesium were linked to changes in water quality for animal watering. Chloride, sodium, and conductivity deviated the most from recommended limits for irrigation. While a majority of well waters and brackish waste were deemed unsuitable for plant cultivation, they were classified as excellent or good quality for animal production. With proper management and suitable technologies, it is possible to utilize brackish water and desalination by-products in the region.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tong Yu, Yunlong Zhao, N. G. How Yong, Shoufang Sun, Ping Li, Lingxue Wang, Xuejun Bi, Xueqing Shi, Dong Chen
Summary: Understanding the RO membrane fouling development at low feed water temperature is crucial for effective fouling control in wastewater reclamation. This study found that fouling development at a low temperature was milder, with less accumulation of foulants and biofilm on the RO membrane. Alkali cleaning was also more effective at alleviating membrane fouling at low temperature. The microbial community on the RO membrane gradually differentiated under the low temperature condition, with an increase in the relative abundance of Patescibacteria, which are adapted to oligo-trophic, low temperature, and high salt environments.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Saba Samatya, Pelin Koseoglu, Nalan Kabay, Ali Tuncel, Mithat Yuksel
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Saba Samatya, S. Ali Tuncel, Nalan Kabay
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Enver Guler, Cuneyt Kaya, Nalan Kabay, Muserref Arda
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Cuneyt Kaya, Gokhan Sert, Nalan Kabay, Muserref Arda, Mithat Yuksel, Ozdemir Egemen
Article
Polymer Science
Yesid Tapiero, Bernabe L. Rivas, Julio Sanchez, Marek Bryjak, Nalan Kabay
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2015)
Article
Polymer Science
Julio Sanchez, Bernabe L. Rivas, Selin Ozgoz, Semih Otles, Nalan Kabay, Marek Bryjak
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Izabela Polowczyk, Bruno F. Urbano, Bernabe L. Rivas, Marek Bryjak, Nalan Kabay
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2016)
Article
Polymer Science
Paola Santander, Daniela Morales, Bernabe L. Rivas, Nalan Kabay, Idil Yilmaz, Ozge Kusku, Mithat Yuksel, Marek Bryjak
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gulsah Ozkula, Bruno F. Urbano, Bernabe L. Rivas, Nalan Kabay, Marek Bryjak
JOURNAL OF THE CHILEAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2016)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Julio Sanchez, Joanna Wolska, Eren Yorukoglu, Bernabe L. Rivas, Marek Bryjak, Nalan Kabay
DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT
(2016)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Bruno F. Urbano, Joel Paredes, Bernabe L. Rivas, Ozge Kusku, Nalan Kabay, Marek Bryjak
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRESS & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY
(2014)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Idil Yilmaz Ipek, Suna Yuksel, Nalan Kabay, Mithat Yuksel
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2014)
Article
Polymer Science
I. Paola Santander, Bernabe L. Rivas, Bruno Urbano, Lorena Leiton, Idil Yilmaz Ipek, Mithat Yuksel, Nalan Kabay, Marek Bryjak
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Gokhan Sert, Samuel Bunani, Nalan Kabay, Ozdemir Egemen, Muserref Arda, T. O. Pek, Mithat Yuksel
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2016)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Arvin Sohrabi, Mousa Meratizaman, Shuli Liu
Summary: This paper simulates and discusses possible solutions to improve the economic and technical performances of a battery-less renewable energy-powered BWRO system under real climate conditions. The study finds that the photovoltaic-based system performs better in terms of specific energy consumption and unused energy ratio.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Chunlan Pan, Xiaoyin Hu, Vishal Goyal, Theyab R. Alsenani, Salem Alkhalaf, Tamim Alkhalifah, Fahad Alturise, Hamad Almujibah, H. Elhosiny Ali
Summary: This paper introduces a novel waste heat recovery method using the hot flue gas from a ship's engine to produce liquefied hydrogen while meeting the ship's air-conditioning requirement. A comprehensive feasibility assessment is conducted and an artificial neural network with a multiobjective grey wolf optimization method is used for optimization. The findings indicate the highest mean sensitivity index of the flash temperature and the best optimization scenario for exergy efficiency, CO2 emission reduction, and liquefied hydrogen cost.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Daniele Chinello, Jan Post, Louis C. P. M. de Smet
Summary: In this study, PVDF-based anion-exchange membranes were designed to selectively separate nitrate from chloride. Experimental data showed that increasing the concentration of PVDF enhanced nitrate transport but also increased the membrane electrical resistance. The selectivity of nitrate was found to be independent of the membrane thickness and mainly driven by the increased affinity between the anion and the membrane.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Umar Noor, Muhammad Fayyaz Farid, Ammara Sharif, Amna Saleem, Zubair Nabi, Muhammad Furqan Mughal, Kiran Abbas, Toheed Ahmed
Summary: Global water scarcity is increasing, and water desalination is an important solution. Multifunctional advanced materials, such as membrane materials and solar-driven desalination, play a crucial role in water desalination. Additionally, these materials can be used for water purification, wastewater treatment, and pollutant elimination.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Emrah Gumus
Summary: With growing global concerns about climate change and environmental impacts, the use of nuclear energy in naval vessels offers a cleaner and more efficient solution to reduce emissions and address water and energy supply challenges. This study explores a novel system that combines a nuclear-driven supercritical carbon dioxide power cycle with reverse osmosis cogeneration to meet the water and electricity demands in maritime operations, enhancing the sustainability, efficiency, and self-sufficiency of naval vessels. The results indicate that the system has the potential to be a viable and effective solution for naval operations.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Dao Thi Thanh Huyen, Saikat Sinha Ray, Young -Nam Kwon
Summary: This study focuses on the modification of a commercially available polyamide thin-film composite membrane with a zwitterionic material to enhance its fouling resistance. The modified membrane shows improved salt rejection and reduced permeability compared to the pristine membrane. Fouling tests demonstrate that the modified membrane has a lower fouling ratio and higher recovery ratio. The enhanced antifouling characteristics are attributed to the improved hydrophilicity resulting from the zwitterionic brushes and the salting-in effect.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Niklas Koeller, Lukas Mankertz, Selina Finger, Christian J. Linnartz, Matthias Wessling
Summary: This study presents a methodology to scale up Flow-electrode Capacitive Deionization (FCDI) technology from lab-scale to pilot-scale systems. By increasing membrane area and using a stacking approach, the FCDI modules were successfully scaled up and achieved a salt transfer rate comparable to lab-scale systems. This provides a foundation for future assessments of energy demand and economics.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mona Gulied, Sifani Zavahir, Tasneem Elmakki, Hyunwoong Park, Guillermo Hijos Gago, Ho Kyong Shon, Dong Suk Han
Summary: This study introduces a novel hybrid system that combines direct contact membrane distillation (DCMD) and electrically switched ion exchange (ESIX) to facilitate seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) brine enrichment and selective lithium recovery.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhiqiang Zhang, Ruifeng Deng, Jiao Zhang, Lu She, Guangfeng Wei, Renyong Jia, Pengyu Xiang, Siqing Xia
Summary: A transmembrane electro-chemisorption system with authigenic acid and base was developed for enhancing ammonia recovery from strong ammonia wastewater. The system efficiently transformed ammonium into free ammonia, which was then adsorbed and recovered through transmembrane chemisorption. This system yielded pure (NH4)2SO4 product and produced valuable byproducts of pure hydrogen and oxygen. Higher applied voltage resulted in better ammonia recovery.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alena Popova, Sandrine Boivin, Takuji Shintani, Takahiro Fujioka
Summary: This study aimed to produce a high-integrity RO membrane by forming a polyamide skin layer on a TE support layer, in order to enhance the integrity of the membrane and improve the microbiological safety of potable water reuse.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Sanjana Yagnambhatt, Saber Khanmohammadi, Jonathan Maisonneuve
Summary: This study investigates the concept of using heat to enhance reverse osmosis (RO) desalination. The effect of temperature on water permeate flux, specific energy, permeate quality, and applied operating pressures is evaluated using an analytical model. The results suggest that under specific conditions, the tradeoff between savings in mechanical pump work and thermal energy input in thermally-enhanced RO can be favorable, leading to overall energy savings.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiangju Si, Chenrui Xue, Shun Li, Linchao Yang, Weiwei Li, Jie Yang, Jihong Lan, Ningbo Sun
Summary: To meet the huge demand for lithium resources, there is an urgent need to develop a new efficient technology for lithium recovery from salt-lake brines. In this study, a selective membrane capacitive deionization system is reported, which achieves high lithium recovery capacity and rate through the use of materials with efficient intercalated pseudo-capacitance and a high specific area porous carbon. The use of a modified thin-coated membrane allows for selective Li+ recovery, and adjusting the concentrations of Li+ and Mg2+ in the feed solution enables higher Li+/Mg2+ selectivity.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mohamed R. Salem, R. Y. Sakr, Ghazy M. R. Assassa, Omar A. Aly
Summary: This research proposes a new method of using wasted thermal energies as an additional heating source for solar still distillation units (SSDUs) to increase productivity and reduce pollution and global warming. By testing two SSDUs, the study shows that heating airflow can raise temperatures, enhance freshwater production, and improve system thermal efficiency.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qimeng Sun, Miao Sun, Linyan Yang, Yuan Gao, Xinghai Zhou, Lihua Lyu, Chunyan Wei
Summary: This study presents an innovative design and fabrication of a fabric-based conical roll (FCR) evaporator, which enables low-temperature evaporation and achieves high evaporation efficiency with excellent thermal management ability. The evaporator has demonstrated advanced light-harvesting capability and can produce freshwater that meets drinking water standards, showing great potential for applications in desalination and sewage treatment.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yidong Zhang, Wangfang Deng, Meiyan Wu, Chao Liu, Guang Yu, Qiu Cui, Pedram Fatehi, Chunlin Xu, Bin Li
Summary: In this study, a novel polydopamine-functionalized lignin-containing pulp foam evaporator with high-efficiency desalination and multi-contaminant adsorption capabilities was designed. The foam evaporator showed excellent light absorption, water absorption, thermal conductivity, and chelation abilities, allowing for solar evaporation and contaminant adsorption synergistically. It also exhibited potential applications in metal ion concentration and contaminated seawater treatments, and demonstrated superior biodegradability compared to poly-styrene foam. This foam material holds promise for developing multifunctional photo-thermal systems for solar-driven water purification.