Advancements in Polymer-Based Membranes for Water Remediation

Describes the advanced membrane science and engineering behind the separation processes within the domain of polymer-based membrane systems in water remediation. Emphasis has been put on several aspects, ranging from fundamental concepts to the commercialization of pressure and potential driven membranes, updated with the latest technological progresses, and relevant polymer materials and application potential towards water treatment systems.

Also included in this book are advances in polymers for membrane application in reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration, microfiltration, forward osmosis, and polymeric ion-exchange membranes for electrodialysis and capacitive deionization.

With its critical analyses and opinions from experts around the world, this book will garner considerable interest among actual users, i.e., scientists, engineers, industrialists, entrepreneurs and students.

Evaluates water remediation using pressure driven and potential driven membrane processes

Reviews emerging polymer systems for membranes preparation

Offers a comprehensive analysis in the development of polymer-based membranes and their applications in water remediation

Analyzes membrane performance parameters to evaluate separation efficiency for various water pollutants

Covers concept-to-commercialization aspects of polymer-based membranes in terms of water purification, pollutant removal, stability and scalability