Solar-Driven Photothermal Membrane Distillation

Assessment, Advances and Challenges

AvManoj Kumar Sharma,Mashallah Rezakazemi

Häftad, Engelska, 2026

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Solar-driven Photothermal Membrane Distillation: Assessment, Advances, and Challenges explores the intersection of renewable energy, water treatment, membrane technology, and sustainable development. It focuses on membrane distillation, a promising technology for desalination and water purification, and specifically examines the use of solar energy to drive the distillation process. The book addresses challenges and provides practical solutions for implementing and optimizing solar-driven photothermal membrane distillation systems, emphasizing the importance of sustainable water treatment technologies in ensuring water security and environmental conservation.

Solar-driven Photothermal Membrane Distillation: Assessment, Advances, and Challenges is a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, practitioners, policymakers, and educators interested in advancing knowledge and promoting the adoption of solar-driven membrane distillation for sustainable water treatment.

Focuses on solar-driven photothermal membrane distillation, offering in-depth analysis and insights specific to this technology
Addresses the assessment, advances, and challenges of solar-driven photothermal membrane distillation, catering to professionals seeking detailed knowledge
Presents the latest advancements and research findings in solar-driven photothermal membrane distillation, making it a valuable resource for staying updated in the field
Offers practical insights, case studies, and strategies for overcoming challenges, providing actionable guidance for practitioners and researchers

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2026-04-24
Mått:191 x 235 x undefined mm
Vikt:450 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:366
Förlag:Elsevier Science
ISBN:9780443342424

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Mer om författaren

Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Rice University, USA specializing in membrane technology, renewable energy, and sustainable water treatment. His expertise encompasses solar-driven systems; membrane characterization, modification, and performance evaluation; as well as system optimization and scale-up considerations. As a postdoctoral researcher at Rice University, Dr. Sharma has been actively involved in leading-edge research projects aimed at advancing the understanding and implementation of solar-driven membrane distillation for clean water production. His contributions to the field have been published in reputed peer-reviewed journals, i.e., Chemical Engineering Journal, Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Journal of Energy Storage, etc. Dr. Mashallah Rezakazemi received his BEng. and MEng. degrees in 2009 and 2011, respectively, both in Chemical Engineering, from the Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), and his Ph.D. from the University of Tehran (UT) in 2015. Dr. Rezakazemi’s research is in the general area of the Membrane Technology, Adsorption, Environmental Science to the service of the broad areas of learning and training. Specifically, his research in engineered and natural environmental systems involves: (i) membrane-based processes for energy-efficient desalination, CO2 capture, gas separation, and wastewater reuse, (ii) sustainable production of enriched gas stream, water and energy generation with the engineered membrane, (iii) environmental applications and implications of nanomaterials, and (iv) water and sanitation in developing countries.He has coauthored in more than 190 highly cited journal publications, conference articles and book chapters. He has received major awards (×16) and grants (×12) from various funding agencies in recognition of his research. He was awarded as country's best researcher in technical and engineering group, Ministry of Science, Research and Technology, Iran. Rezakazemi published Wiley's book “Membrane Contactor Technology: Water Treatment, Food Processing, Gas Separation, and Carbon Capture.

Innehållsförteckning

Section I: Introduction1. Introduction to desalination2. Solar-operated purification technologiesSection II: Photothermal membrane distillation (PMD) system3. Introduction and fundamentals of PMD4. Membrane selection and characterization5. Importance of photothermal layer and coating methods6. Evaporation and condensation in PMD7. Heat and Mass Transfer in Solar-Driven Photothermal Membrane Distillation8. Experimental methods in PMD systemsSection III: Advances in PMD9. Advances in PMD systems10. Bio-Inspired Nano/Microstructured Surfaces in Photothermal Membrane Distillation11. Performance analysis and enhancement of PMD SystemsSection IV: Challenges in PMD systems12. Membrane wetting and remedies13. Salt rejection and mitigation strategies in Solar-Driven Photothermal Membrane Distillation