Advanced membrane materials for desalination: carbon nanotube and graphene
Rasel Das
In this chapter, we discuss the fundamental knowledge underlying each carbon nanotube (CNT) and graphene based desalting membrane systems; their methods of fabrication, and separation performances. Challenges of these novel membrane technologies are highlighted, based on which future research can be undertaken. The CNT membrane shows higher water permeability, but their salt retention capacity is compromised. On the contrary, the nanoporous graphene and graphene oxide (GO) laminate membranes are effective for salts retention, but they have low water permeability. Doping of functionalized CNT and graphene/GO into other supportive materials is important to increase the stability and reusability of membranes.
Keywords
Carbon Nanotube, Graphene, Graphene Oxide, Membrane, Desalination
Published online 8/1/2017, 21 pages
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21741/9781945291357-10
Part of Inorganic Pollutants in Wastewater
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