Current Trends and Future Developments on (Bio-) Membranes

In recent years there is a growing research activity on various type of membranes due to the necessity of gas separation and water treatment processes. Many industrial companies and academic centres have focused on finding the best strategy for carrying out the mentioned processes. Silica membranes: preparation, modelling, application and commercialization discusses one of the most promising inorganic membranes, namely silica membranes, in different applications. In the field of membrane separation technology, silica membranes play a key role in the future of chemical industry. Silica membranes are one of the most promising alternatives for separations at high temperatures and aggressive media and the latest research findings as well as the potential industrial applications are discussed in detail. The book is a valuable reference for all researchers and engineers in both academia and industry. Reviews available methods for silica membranes characterization, preparationIncludes modelling methodsDiscusses silica membranes applications for hydrogen productionDiscusses silica membranes applications in CO2 capturingDiscusses silica membranes applications for water treatmentDiscusses silica membranes applications in Pervaporation