Characteristics of Polymeric Ultrafiltration Membranes Produced with the Use of Graphene Oxide

Tomczak, Elwira; Blus, Martyna

doi:10.1515/eces-2018-0029

Abstract

This article describes a method for producing polymeric membranes by adding carbon nanostructures in the form of graphene oxide (GO). The reference membrane (having typical composition) was formed via phase inversion, using polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) dissolved in dimethylacetamide (DMAC). The polymeric matrix was additionally enriched with a plasticizer, i.e. polyethylene glycol (PEG). Afterwards, graphene oxide ultrasonically dispersed in dimethylacetamide was added to basic matrix. The membranes were further compared with one another by measuring their contact angle and hydrodynamics. The results were compared with the literature reports. The transport properties of the membranes were assessed with experimental ultrafiltration equipment (KOCH Membrane System). Also, their permeate flux and mass transfer resistance were determined.

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Characteristics of Polymeric Ultrafiltration Membranes Produced with the Use of Graphene Oxide

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