Membrane Technologies and Applications

Compiling various advances in membrane separations technology, this book introduces cost-effective solutions for separation problems in a wide range of industries. It discusses membrane use in oil, petrochemicals, and fossil fuels; natural gas exploration; bioseparation; water purification and wastewater treatment; and, chemical manufacturing.

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Membrane technologies play an increasingly important role in unit operations for resource recovery, pollution prevention, and energy production, as well as environmental monitoring and quality control. They are also key component technologies of fuel cells and bioseparation applications. Membrane Technologies and Applications provides essential data and background information on various dimensions of membrane technologies, with a major focus on their practical application.

Membranes of inorganic materials offer cost-effective solutions for simple to complex separation problems. This book is designed for anyone interested in water and wastewater treatment, membrane suppliers, as well as students and academics studying the field.