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Universal scalable and cost-effective surface modifications

US11084002B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 6, 2019
Grant dateAug 10, 2021
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC02F2103/08
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed are fouling resistant filtration membranes comprising a polymeric thin-film membrane comprising a surface. Also disclosed are methods of modifying thin-film filtration membranes, thereby improving, for example, the anti-fouling properties of the membranes. Also disclosed are methods of purifying water using the disclosed membranes. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

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