Current Developments in Biotechnology and Bioengineering (eBook)

Current Developments in Biotechnology and Bioengineering: Advanced Membrane Separation Processes for Sustainable Water and Wastewater Management - Aerobic Membrane Bioreactor Processes and Technologies consolidates up-to-date research developments in AeMBR systems for wastewater treatments in terms of membrane materials and decorations, reactor designs and fouling mechanisms. It includes discussions on developments in AeMBR research on energy efficiency and fouling control strategies, gaps, future research and application perspectives. This book is a potential resource for membrane separation and AeMBR practitioners, engineers, scientists, educators and students, and public to understand the latest developments and future prospects in membrane technology.

• Provides the latest comprehensive review in various important aspects of AeMBR
• Consolidates scattered AeMBR information into a single easily assessible resource
• Provides state-of-the-art technology development of membrane separation, AeMBR reactor designs, membrane development, advantages and challenges in operational implementation and their appropriate control strategies
• Presents a comprehensive review on Quorum Quenching (QQ) fouling control strategy, QQ benefits and drawbacks
• Provides an excellent resource on the latest techniques in characterizing and understanding fouling mechanisms