From Molecules to Modules: Advanced Characterization of Membrane Systems
Abstract
Abstract Membrane technologies can enhance the efficiency and selectivity of chemical separations in energy‐water systems. Advanced characterization tools are critical for discerning separation mechanisms, revealing degradation processes, and designing novel materials and material systems for new and emerging challenges. The pursuit of next‐generation membranes for water and energy applications requires understanding phenomena at the molecular scale, mesoscale, and macroscale. This perspective highlights advanced characterization techniques for elucidating and enhancing membrane performance, while addressing fundamental trade‐offs involved in characterizing membranes under realistic conditions.
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Authors (14)
Yaguang Zhu
Andlinger Center for Energy and Environment
Austin J. Booth
Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment Princeton NJ 08540 USA
Jamila G. Eatman
Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division Argonne National Laboratory Lemont IL 60439 USA
Min A Kim
Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division Argonne National Laboratory Lemont IL 60439 USA
Yining Liu
State Key Laboratory of Organ Regeneration and Reconstruction Beijing Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, Institute of Zoology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Bidushi Sarkar
Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering University of Chicago Chicago IL 60637 USA
Bratin Sengupta
Applied Materials Division Argonne National Laboratory Lemont IL 60439 USA
Xiaolin Yue
Chibueze V. Amanchukwu
Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering
Seth B. Darling
Jeffrey W. Elam
Applied Materials Division Argonne National Laboratory Lemont IL 60439 USA
Paul Fenter
Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division
Chong Liu
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Kelsey B. Hatzell
Princeton University