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Fouling in Membrane Bioreactors

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Membrane fouling is a stubborn problem in all membrane filtration processes, in particular membrane bioreactors because it leads to higher operating pressure, more frequent chemical cleaning, shortened membrane life and compromised product water quality. This chapter presents an exhaustive overview of membrane fouling in membrane bioreactors. It commences by giving a concise definition of membrane fouling and its diverse implication in the development of membrane bioreactor technology. This chapter highlights the underlying causes of membrane fouling and its effects are also indicated. The types of membrane fouling in membrane bioreactors are elucidated in detail. Thereafter, methods used to control or limit membrane fouling are also outlined in this chapter. To sum up, membrane fouling is highly complex physico-chemical problem.

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