User:Jimiaxplyr

Topic: Membrane Separations

The current Wiki page for membrane separations is quite vague, short and general. Most of the covered material is the types of membranes and the molecular composition of membranes. We feel that there are many aspects that can be improved, especially in the science and the applications. Since membranes can be used in a variety of industries, we thought that we can contribute to the page in 3 main areas.

First, we would like to discuss the more general history of membranes (similar to Dr. Baker’s talk) to discuss the evolution and history of membranes and provide a brief introduction. Secondly, we would like to discuss the in-depth theory behind membrane separation technology including gas phase (CCS focused) as well as liquid phase such as the ones utilized in reverse osmosis. Lastly, we would like to highlight the specific applications to pre and post-combustion separation operations such as design considerations, materials, as well as implications for future implementation.

We feel that having a wiki page that provides both broad membrane information as well as CCS specific information will be useful to anyone interested in the technology. Also, since CCS is just an application of the membrane technology, letting it cover the majority of the Wikipedia article would not be suitable.

Wikipedia Articles:

·     Membrane Gas Separation

·     Membrane Technology

·     Filtration

Bibliography:

·      Progress in carbon dioxide separation and capture: A review

Hongqun Yang1,∗, Zhenghe Xu1, Maohong Fan2,*, Rajender Gupta1, Rachid B Slimane3, Alan E Bland4, Ian Wright5

·     Review of novel methods for carbon dioxide separation from flue and fuel gases

Evan J. Granite, Thomas O'Brien

·     CO2 capture and separation technologies for end-of-pipe applications – A review

Abass A. Olajire

·      Smit, Berend, Jeffrey A. Reimer, Curtis M. Oldenburg, and Ian C. Bourg.Introduction to Carbon Capture and Sequestration. London: Imperial College, 2014. Print.