Membrane Characterization : Porometries and Porosimetries.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Calvo Díez, José Ignacio.

Contributor:

Hernández Giménez, Antonio.

Series:

De Gruyter STEM Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Membranes (Technology).

Porosity.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (294 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Berlin/Boston : Walter de Gruyter GmbH, 2024.

Summary:

This book, authored by José Ignacio Calvo Díez and Antonio Hernández Giménez, delves into the intricate science of membrane porometry, focusing on the determination of pore size in membranes and its significance for industrial applications. Emphasizing the critical role of pore size in defining membrane selectivity, the authors explore various techniques used to measure and analyze pore distribution, including electron microscopy, spectroscopic methods, and thermodynamic approaches. The text serves as a comprehensive guide for researchers and industry professionals seeking to understand and apply porometric techniques effectively. It combines detailed explanations with practical examples and illustrative figures, drawn from decades of research in the field, to aid readers in selecting suitable techniques and interpreting results accurately. The book is intended for an audience involved in membrane technology, including researchers, manufacturers, and students, aiming to enhance their understanding of membrane characterization and improve industrial processes. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Preface

Acknowledgments

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Microscopic techniques

Chapter 3 Spectroscopic methods

Chapter 4 Thermodynamic basis of indirect methods

Chapter 5 Kelvin equation-based techniques

Chapter 6 Gibbs–Thomson equation-based techniques

Chapter 7 Young–Laplace equation-based (fluid penetration) techniques

Chapter 8 Other techniques for porosimetric studies

Chapter 9 Porosity measurement techniques

Chapter 10 Conclusions

List of figures

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ISBN:

9783110792195

3110792192

OCLC:

1463063907