1 Introduction
- 1.1 Overview of Membrane Science and Technology
- 1.2 History of Membrane Science and Technology
- 1.3 Advantages and Limitations of Membrane Processes
- 1.4 The Membrane-Based Industry: Its Structure and Markets
- 1.5 Future Developments in Membrane Science and Technology
- 1.6 Summary
2 Fundamentals
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Definition of Terms
- 2.3 Fundamentals of Mass Transport in Membranes and Membrane Processes
- 2.4 Mathematical Description of Mass Transport in Membranes
3 Membrane Preparation and Characterization
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Membrane Materials
- 3.3 Preparation of Membranes
- 3.4 Membrane Characterization
4 Principles of Membrane Separation Processes
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 The Principle of Membrane Filtration Processes
- 4.3 The Principle of Gas and Vapor Separation
- 4.4 The Principle of Dialysis
- 4.5 The Principle of Electromembrane Processes
- 4.6 The Principle of Membrane Contactors
- 4.7 Membrane Reactors
- 4.8 Membrane-Based Controlled Release of Active Agents
5 Membrane Modules and Concentration Polarization
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Membrane Modules
- 5.3 Concentration Polarization and Membrane Fouling
6 Membrane Process Design and Operation
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Membrane Filtration Processes
- 6.3 Gas Separation
- 6.4 Pervaporation
- 6.5 Dialysis
- 6.6 Electrodialysis and Related Processes
Appendix A.
Questions and Exercises.
Appendix B.
Index.
Questions and Exercises.
Appendix B.
Index.
Written by a dedicated lecturer and leading membrane scientist, who has worked both in academia and industry, this advanced textbook provides an impressive overview of all aspects of membranes and their applications. Together with numerous industrial case studies, practical examples and questions, the book provides an excellent and comprehensive introduction to the topic. Advanced students as well as process and chemical engineers working in industry will profit from this resource.
A significant feature of the book is the treatment of more recently developed membranes and their applications in energy conversion, biomedical components, controlled release devices and environmental engineering with an indication of the present and future commercial impact.
About the Author
- Heiner Strathmann is an Emeritus Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Stuttgart, Germany. Professor Strathmann worked in industry both in the USA and Germany, on the development of membranes and their applications. He held academic posts at the Universities of Tübingen, Germany, Twente, the Netherland and Stuttgarts, Germany. Professor Strathmann has authored over 200 publications, including 35 patents, penned more than 10 monographs on membrane technology and is on the editorial board of several journals. Professor Strathmann's work has been recognised through many awards, including the Willy Hager Medaille and the Richard Barrer Price.
Book Details
- Hardcover: 544 pages
- Publisher: Wiley-VCH; 1 edition (October 25, 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 3527324518
- ISBN-13: 978-3527324514
- Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7 x 1.1 inches
List Price: $105.00