ChE326(C) MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY

UNIT-I
Introduction: Introduction to barrier separation processes, Definitions and principles membrane separation process, mechanism of membrane action, classification of membrane process, modules, modes of operation (Cross-flow and dead end flow), process configuration, requirements for ideal membrane, comparison with conventional separation processes.

UNIT-II
Membranes: Synthetic membranes for various processes, Characteristics of Membrane Materials, classification, methods of preparation, Membrane Characterization, structural properties, liquid membranes.

UNIT-III
Microfiltration, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, reverse osmosis, Dialysis and electrodialysis, gas permeation, liquid membrane separations and their Industrial applications.

UNIT-IV
Pervaporation, vapor-permeation, Transport in porous and non-porous membranes, Concentration polarization, Fouling, factors affecting fouling, Methods to reduce fouling and flux enhancement, cleaning of membranes.

Text Books

1. Basic principles of membrane technology, Marcal Mulder, Kluwer Academic publications

1. Industrial membranes, Scott, Elsevier.
2. Ultrafiltration and Microfiltration, Munir Cheryan, Technomic Publishing Co.,
3. Progress in separation and purification, Vol. I, E. S. Perry, Inter Science Publishers.
4. Process in Separation and Purification, Vol.-III edited, E. S. Perry and C. J. Vaness, Inter science Publishers.
5. Synthetic Polymeric membranes, R. E. Kesting, McGraw Hill
6. Diffusing and Membrane Technology, S. B. Tuwiner, Reinhold Publishing Corpn.NY.
7. Perry's Chemical Engineers Hand Book, Robert H. Perry, 7th edition, McGraw Hill