研究目的
To develop a multilevel-roughness membrane that combines efficient solar-thermal conversion with excellent anti-fouling properties for water purification and desalination.
研究成果
The developed multilevel-roughness membrane demonstrates efficient solar-thermal conversion and excellent anti-fouling properties, achieving a high clean water yield and solar-water efficiency. The membrane's durability and performance in complex feed-water conditions make it a promising solution for solar-driven MD systems.
研究不足
The study does not address the impact of harsh weather conditions or unstable solar irradiation on the membrane's performance. Additionally, the long-term durability beyond 300 hours and scalability in industrial settings require further investigation.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study involves the fabrication of a multilevel-roughness membrane by immobilizing a nanoparticle-assembled superstructure on a nanofibrous membrane. The method includes a simple spraying treatment with FTCS-CB suspensions on a PVDF membrane.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Commercial PVDF membrane was used as the substrate. The feed solutions included natural seawater, oil-contaminated water, and high-saline solutions.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Equipment includes SEM for morphology characterization, spectrophotometer for light absorption tests, mercury intrusion porosimetry for pore size distribution, Hot Disk apparatus for thermal conductivity measurement, XPS for surface elemental composition, contact angle analyzer for wettability tests, IR camera for surface temperature measurement, and a membrane distillation test apparatus. Materials include PVDF membrane, FTCS, CB nanoparticles, ethanol, n-hexane, and dopamine hydrochloride.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
The fabrication process involves spraying FTCS-CB suspensions onto the PVDF membrane, followed by rinsing and drying. The MD performance was tested under solar simulation with monitoring of temperature, permeate flux, and salt rejection.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
The solar-water efficiency was calculated based on permeate flux and temperature measurements. Salt rejection rates were determined from conductivity measurements of feed and distillate.
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PVDF membrane
0.45 μm in pore size and 100 μm in thickness
Millipore Corporation
Substrate for the multilevel-roughness membrane
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CB nanoparticles
Cabot Corporation
Light-absorbing material for solar-thermal conversion
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FTCS
1H, 1H, 2H, 2H-Perfluorodecyltrichlorosilane
Adamas Reagent, Co., Ltd.
Adhesive for nanoparticle assembly and surface fluorination
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SEM
SU-70
Characterization of membrane morphology and microstructure
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Spectrophotometer
UV-3150 UV–VIS
Measurement of light absorption, transmission, and reflection
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Mercury intrusion porosimetry
AutoPore IV 9510
Measurement of pore size distributions, mean pore size, and porosity
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Hot Disk apparatus
TPS 2500S
Measurement of thermal conductivities of membranes
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XPS
VG Escalab Mark II
Surface elemental composition analysis
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Contact angle analyzer
DropMeter A-200
MAIST
Measurement of contact angles
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IR camera
T1050sc
Measurement of surface temperature
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Solar simulator
PLS-SXE300D
Beijing Perfect Light Technology Co., Ltd.
Light source for solar simulation
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Optical power meter
PD130
Beijing Perfect Light Technology Co., Ltd.
Measurement of solar density
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Precision balance
CPA225D
Sartorius
Measurement of mass change of the distillate
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