True batch reverse osmosis prototype: model validation and energy savings

In this study, we tested a bench-scale prototype of a true batch reverse osmosis (RO) system using a flexible bladder and a 2.5 in. (6.4cm) spiral wound membrane element. In theory, batch RO systems can achieve the lowest practical energy consumption by varying feed pressure over time. However, th...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Wei, Quantum J., Tucker, Carson I., Wu, Priscilla J., Trueworthy, Ali M., Tow, Emily W., Lienhard, John H
Other Authors: Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Mechanical Engineering
Format: Article
Published: International Desalination Association 2019
Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/122633