A review on dynamic membrane filtration: Materials, applications and future perspectives

Mustafa Evren Ersahin*, Hale Ozgun, Recep Kaan Dereli, Izzet Ozturk, Kees Roest, Jules B. van Lier

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Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive evaluation of the current status of dynamic membrane (DM) technology as an alternative to membrane bioreactor (MBR) systems. DM filtration makes use of a physical barrier (e.g. cloth or mesh) on which a cake layer is formed. It is already used in traditional filtration systems, but applications in biological wastewater treatment are still at its infancy. Dynamic filtration of sludge has lower risk of fouling and requires less energy and lower capital costs compared to MBR. A review of the state-of-art in both DM materials and configurations is presented. Factors affecting DM performance are discussed in order to determine the optimum and critical approaches for membrane operation. Future perspectives to enhance the applicability and functionality of the technology regarding the treatment and membrane performance are presented.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)196-206
Number of pages11
JournalBioresource Technology
Volume122
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Oct 2012

Keywords

  • Cake layer
  • Dynamic filtration
  • Dynamic membrane
  • Membrane bioreactor
  • Wastewater treatment

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