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Full-Text Articles in Engineering
Influence Of Physical And Mechanical Parameters On Cavitation Erosion And Antifouling Behaviour Of Multilayer Silica-Based Hybrid Sol–Gel Coatings On Aluminium Alloys, Manasa Hegde, Marta Mroczkowska, Joseph Mohan, Adriana Cunha Neves, Yvonne Kavanagh, Brendan Duffy, Edmond F. Tobin
Influence Of Physical And Mechanical Parameters On Cavitation Erosion And Antifouling Behaviour Of Multilayer Silica-Based Hybrid Sol–Gel Coatings On Aluminium Alloys, Manasa Hegde, Marta Mroczkowska, Joseph Mohan, Adriana Cunha Neves, Yvonne Kavanagh, Brendan Duffy, Edmond F. Tobin
Articles
Sol–gel coatings can provide anti-fouling and erosion resistance while being safe to use in the marine environment. MAPTMS/ZPO multilayer coatings deposited on the AA2024-T3 aluminium surface using the dip-coating method at three different thicknesses (2, 4, and 6 m) are investigated in this work. The coatings are characterised in terms of physical and mechanical properties, and these properties are investigated in comparison to previously obtained cavitation erosion resistance levels of the coatings. Additionally, the efficiency of the coatings against biofouling was assessed using Phaeodactylum tricornutum, a marine diatom. The influence of the formation of organic–inorganic hybrid materials (OIHMs) from the …
Uv Polymerization Of A Zwitterionic Antifouling Membrane Coating, Amanda Jia-Hwa Tsai, Vincent Matthew Guarino
Uv Polymerization Of A Zwitterionic Antifouling Membrane Coating, Amanda Jia-Hwa Tsai, Vincent Matthew Guarino
Materials Engineering
Membrane filtration is used in a wide array of industries to separate components in a mixture. Filtration membranes suffer from the external deposition of pollutants and microorganisms, a phenomenon known as fouling. Fouling reduces the lifetime of a membrane and therefore increases production costs. The goal of this project was to modify the surface of a hydrophobic commercial membrane with a charged coating to induce antifouling properties. A zwitterionic monomer, sulfobetaine methacrylate (SBMA), was used for its steric hindrance and hydration shell formation mechanisms, which result in superior non-specific antifouling performance. When polymerizing the coating onto the surface of the …
Electrochemically Reactive Membranes For Efficient Biomass Recovery, Pollutant Degradation And Commercialization, Likun Hua
Dissertations
Micropollution in natural waters such as rivers and groundwater aquifers is a widespread problem that prevents these potentially potable sources from being used as drinking water. In the United States, approximately two-thirds of the over 1,200 most serious hazardous waste sites in the nation are contaminated with trichloroethylene (TCE), a potentially carcinogenic compound. Other emerging and environmentally persistent organic micropollutants include polyromantic hydrocarbons (PAHs), organophosphate flame retardants, endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs), pesticides, herbicides, pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs). Membrane filtration is one of the most efficient separation processes widely used for water treatment and pollutant removal. However, traditional membrane …
Development Of Functional Biomaterials Using Protein Building Blocks, Li-Sheng Wang
Development Of Functional Biomaterials Using Protein Building Blocks, Li-Sheng Wang
Doctoral Dissertations
Proteins have intrinsic molecular properties that are highly useful for materials applications, especially for biomaterials. My research has focused on translating these molecular properties to materials surface behavior. In one approach, I developed a fluorous-based thermal treatment strategy to generate stable thin films from a variety of naturally abundant proteins. The different surface properties generated from the choice of protein were utilized to modulate cell-surface interactions, prevent bacterial adhesions, and control drug loading/release. I have used nanoimprint lithography to generate patterned protein films for cell alignment. Coupling with inkjet printing deposition, I have fabricated mixed protein films with spatial and …
Mechanism Of Biofouling Control On Micro-Structured Surface, Chunxi Li, Quanxi Xue, Zhang Shuo, Xuemin Ye
Mechanism Of Biofouling Control On Micro-Structured Surface, Chunxi Li, Quanxi Xue, Zhang Shuo, Xuemin Ye
Journal of System Simulation
Abstract: Changing the wall microstructure geometry can improve the performance of surface antifouling and selfcleaning. A 3D numerical simulation of microfluidic in the near-wall region attached with microorganisms is performed with Fluent, and the kinetic and dynamic characteristics of fluid in the near- wall region are examined. The inherent mechanism of antifouling on microwell surfaces is discussed. Results reveal that streamwise vortices are formed in the microwells, thus the distinctly periodic fluctuations of velocity, strain rate and wall shear stress on microwell surfaces are exhibited, resulting in the interference on microorganisms migration and the harder adhesion of microorganisms to …
Structure-Property Relationships Of Polymer Films And Hydrogels To Control Bacterial Adhesion, Kristopher W. Kolewe
Structure-Property Relationships Of Polymer Films And Hydrogels To Control Bacterial Adhesion, Kristopher W. Kolewe
Doctoral Dissertations
The emergence and spread of antibiotic resistance across microbial species necessitates the need for alternative approaches to mitigate the risk of infection without relying on commercial antibiotics. Biofilm-related infections are a class of notoriously difficult to treat healthcare-associated infections that frequently develop on the surface of implanted medical devices. As biofilm formation is a surface-associated phenomenon, understanding how the intrinsic properties of materials affect bacterial adhesion enables the development of structure-property relationships that can guide the future design of infection-resistant materials. Despite lacking visual, auditory, and olfactory perception, bacteria still manage to sense and attach to surfaces. Previously, it has …
Stability And Retention Enhancement Of Low Fouling Polystyrene Sulfonic Acid (Pss) And Polyethylene Glycol (Peg) Blend Films With Silane Coupling Agents, Sean Stybel
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
The goal of this research project was to apply silane coupling agents for enhanced stability and retention of a low fouling polymeric coating to an inorganic substrate. A blend of polystyrene sulfonic acid (PSS) and polyethylene glycol (PEG) was crosslinked in order to create a low fouling film. The film was prepared by spin coating a PSS-PEG solution on an inorganic substrate coated with a layer of a silane coupling agent (3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane, APTES, solution), followed by thermal curing. The research was limited to less than one year and only used lab equipment available at the University of Akron. Stability and …
Ultrathin Graphene Oxide Membranes For The Removal Of Humic Acid, J. Song, Y. Huang, S.-W. Nam, Miao Yu, J. Heo, N. Her, Joseph Flora, Yeomin Yoon
Ultrathin Graphene Oxide Membranes For The Removal Of Humic Acid, J. Song, Y. Huang, S.-W. Nam, Miao Yu, J. Heo, N. Her, Joseph Flora, Yeomin Yoon
Miao Yu
No abstract provided.
Ultrafiltration Membranes With Structure-Optimized Graphene-Oxide Coatings For Antifouling Oil/Water Separation, Y. Huang, H. Li, Lei Wang, Yali Qiao, Chuanbing Tang, Chanil Jung, Yeomin Yoon, S. Li, Miao Yu
Ultrafiltration Membranes With Structure-Optimized Graphene-Oxide Coatings For Antifouling Oil/Water Separation, Y. Huang, H. Li, Lei Wang, Yali Qiao, Chuanbing Tang, Chanil Jung, Yeomin Yoon, S. Li, Miao Yu
Miao Yu
No abstract provided.
Green Materials Science And Engineering Reduces Biofouling: Approaches For Medical And Membrane-Based Technology, Kerianne M. Dobosz, Kristopher W. Kolewe, Jessica D. Schiffman
Green Materials Science And Engineering Reduces Biofouling: Approaches For Medical And Membrane-Based Technology, Kerianne M. Dobosz, Kristopher W. Kolewe, Jessica D. Schiffman
Chemical Engineering Faculty Publication Series
Numerous engineered and natural environments suffer deleterious effects from biofouling and/or biofilm formation. For instance, bacterial contamination on biomedical devices pose serious health concerns. In membrane-based technologies, such as desalination and wastewater reuse, biofouling decreases membrane lifetime, and increases the energy required to produce clean water. Traditionally, approaches have combatted bacteria using bactericidal agents. However, due to globalization, a decline in antibiotic discovery, and the widespread resistance of microbes to many commercial antibiotics and metallic nanoparticles, new materials, and approaches to reduce biofilm formation are needed. In this mini-review, we cover the recent strategies that have been explored to combat …
Application Of Sub-Micrometer Vibrations To Mitigate Bacterial Adhesion, Will R. Paces, Hal Holmes, Eli Vlaisavljevich, Katherine L. Snyder, Ee Lim Tan, Rupak Rajachar, Keat Ghee Ong
Application Of Sub-Micrometer Vibrations To Mitigate Bacterial Adhesion, Will R. Paces, Hal Holmes, Eli Vlaisavljevich, Katherine L. Snyder, Ee Lim Tan, Rupak Rajachar, Keat Ghee Ong
Michigan Tech Publications
As a prominent concern regarding implantable devices, eliminating the threat of opportunistic bacterial infection represents a significant benefit to both patient health and device function. Current treatment options focus on chemical approaches to negate bacterial adhesion, however, these methods are in some ways limited. The scope of this study was to assess the efficacy of a novel means of modulating bacterial adhesion through the application of vibrations using magnetoelastic materials. Magnetoelastic materials possess unique magnetostrictive property that can convert a magnetic field stimulus into a mechanical deformation. In vitro experiments demonstrated that vibrational loads generated by the magnetoelastic materials significantly …
Design Of Advanced Fouling-Resistant And Self-Cleaning Membranes For Treatment Of Oily And Impaired Waters, Daniel Wandera
Design Of Advanced Fouling-Resistant And Self-Cleaning Membranes For Treatment Of Oily And Impaired Waters, Daniel Wandera
All Dissertations
The overall goal of my Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) research was to design and develop advanced anti-fouling and self-cleaning membranes for treating impaired waters. Initial work focused on the development of membranes to treat produced water, which is oily wastewater that is co-produced during oil and gas exploration. Economical, environmentally sustainable treatment of the large volumes of produced water is a grand challenge for oil and gas companies. While membranes offer many advantages over more conventional treatment methods, membrane-based treatment processes for oily waters often fail due to membrane fouling. Therefore, the primary objective of my doctoral research was to …
Antifouling Properties Of Conductive Rubber Coatings Used For Fishing Nets, Jer-Ruey Huang, Wei-Ting Lin, Ran Huang, Jiann-Kuo Wu
Antifouling Properties Of Conductive Rubber Coatings Used For Fishing Nets, Jer-Ruey Huang, Wei-Ting Lin, Ran Huang, Jiann-Kuo Wu
Journal of Marine Science and Technology
The purpose of the present study is to develop a new conductive coating for application on fishing nets that can be used as an anode, while submersed in the sea, to generate free chlorine which will in turn inhibit marine biofouling. To confirm the durability and viability of this coating, long-term field tests were carried out in the Nanao harbor in Taiwan. Electrical resistivity tests showed that conductive rubber with a polyaniline coating demonstrates the lowest resistivity: 0.11 Ωm. This sample also generated optimal quantities of free chlorine, which demonstrates antifouling properties. The use of carbon black in conjunction with …