Nanomaterials-modified reverse osmosis membranes: a comprehensive review
Mahmoud A. Ahmed, Safwat A. Mahmoud, Ashraf A. Mohamed
Abstract
surface repulsion and anti-adhesion properties, and enhanced structural stability, are discussed. Furthermore, the review provides a critical analysis of the challenges and limitations associated with the use of nanomaterials to modify RO membranes. Overall, this review provides valuable insights into the modification of RO membranes with nanomaterials, providing a full grasp of the benefits, challenges, and future prospects of this challenging topic.
Topics & Concepts
Reverse osmosisDesalinationReverse osmosis plantOsmosisMembraneProcess engineeringWater desalinationNanomaterialsForward osmosisOsmotic powerEnvironmental scienceNanotechnologyMaterials scienceEngineeringChemistryBiochemistryMembrane Separation TechnologiesGraphene and Nanomaterials ApplicationsNanopore and Nanochannel Transport Studies