An Experimental Study of Non-Electrolysis Anti-Microfouling Technology Based on Bioelectric Effect
Biofouling initiated by biofilm (slime) formation is a key challenge for practical ocean engineering and construction. This study evaluated a new anti-biofilm technology using bioelectricity. The anti-microfouling electrical technology is based on the principles of the bioelectric effect, known as t...
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| description | Biofouling initiated by biofilm (slime) formation is a key challenge for practical ocean engineering and construction. This study evaluated a new anti-biofilm technology using bioelectricity. The anti-microfouling electrical technology is based on the principles of the bioelectric effect, known as the application of an electrostatic force for biofilm removal. Previously, the electricity was optimized below 0.82V to avoid electrolysis, which can prevent the production of biocides. A test boat comprised of microelectronics for electrical signal generation with electrodes for an anti-biofouling effect was developed. The tests were conducted in the West Sea of Korea (Wangsan Marina, Incheon) for three weeks. The surface biofouling was quantified. A significant reduction of fouling was observed under the bioelectric effect conditions, with approximately 30% enhanced prevention of fouling progress (P<0.05). This technology can be an alternative eco-friendly technique for anti-microfouling that can be applied for canals, vessels, and coastal infrastructure because it does not induce electrolysis. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-a93606a7a1ff473492aedbb7c171cfc32023-08-31T07:56:29ZengThe Korean Society of Ocean Engineers한국해양공학회지1225-07672287-67152023-08-0137417217910.26748/KSOE.2023.020An Experimental Study of Non-Electrolysis Anti-Microfouling Technology Based on Bioelectric EffectYoung Wook Kim0https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2071-4054ProxiHealthcare Inc.Biofouling initiated by biofilm (slime) formation is a key challenge for practical ocean engineering and construction. This study evaluated a new anti-biofilm technology using bioelectricity. The anti-microfouling electrical technology is based on the principles of the bioelectric effect, known as the application of an electrostatic force for biofilm removal. Previously, the electricity was optimized below 0.82V to avoid electrolysis, which can prevent the production of biocides. A test boat comprised of microelectronics for electrical signal generation with electrodes for an anti-biofouling effect was developed. The tests were conducted in the West Sea of Korea (Wangsan Marina, Incheon) for three weeks. The surface biofouling was quantified. A significant reduction of fouling was observed under the bioelectric effect conditions, with approximately 30% enhanced prevention of fouling progress (P<0.05). This technology can be an alternative eco-friendly technique for anti-microfouling that can be applied for canals, vessels, and coastal infrastructure because it does not induce electrolysis.https://doi.org/10.26748/KSOE.2023.020biofilmsbioelectric effectelectrolysisbiofoulingantimicrofouling |
| spellingShingle | Young Wook Kim An Experimental Study of Non-Electrolysis Anti-Microfouling Technology Based on Bioelectric Effect 한국해양공학회지 biofilms bioelectric effect electrolysis biofouling antimicrofouling |
| title | An Experimental Study of Non-Electrolysis Anti-Microfouling Technology Based on Bioelectric Effect |
| title_full | An Experimental Study of Non-Electrolysis Anti-Microfouling Technology Based on Bioelectric Effect |
| title_fullStr | An Experimental Study of Non-Electrolysis Anti-Microfouling Technology Based on Bioelectric Effect |
| title_full_unstemmed | An Experimental Study of Non-Electrolysis Anti-Microfouling Technology Based on Bioelectric Effect |
| title_short | An Experimental Study of Non-Electrolysis Anti-Microfouling Technology Based on Bioelectric Effect |
| title_sort | experimental study of non electrolysis anti microfouling technology based on bioelectric effect |
| topic | biofilms bioelectric effect electrolysis biofouling antimicrofouling |
| url | https://doi.org/10.26748/KSOE.2023.020 |
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