Methods and apparatuses for reducing membrane fouling, scaling, and concentration polarization using ultrasound wave energy (USWE)
US10799835B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 17, 2016 |
| Grant date | Oct 13, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2321/2075
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present disclosure provides systems, devices, and methods for reducing membrane fouling, scaling, and concentration polarization in order to reduce system energy consumption, reduce operational system maintenance and plant downtime, reduce environmental impact and waste, and/or increase membrane flux and/or recovery.
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