Neha Sahu,
Rizwan Arif,
- Research Scholar, School of Basic & Applied Sciences, Lingaya’s Vidyapeeth, Haryana, India
- Assistant Professor, School of Basic & Applied Sciences, Lingaya’s Vidyapeeth, Haryana,
Abstract
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Water purification is critical for ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water, which is essential for public health, environmental sustainability, and economic development. Recent advancements in water purification technologies offer innovative solutions to address the growing challenges of water contamination and scarcity. This paper explores state-of-the-art technologies that are revolutionizing the field of water purification. Key innovations include nanotechnology-based filtration systems, advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), biomimetic membranes, and solar-powered desalination. Nanotechnology-based filtration utilizes nanoparticles and nanomaterials to achieve superior contaminant removal efficiency, targeting a broad spectrum of pollutants, including heavy metals, pathogens, and organic compounds. Advanced oxidation processes harness reactive oxygen species to degrade complex organic contaminants that conventional methods struggle to eliminate. Biomimetic membranes, inspired by natural processes, provide highly selective filtration with enhanced permeability and fouling resistance. Solar-powered desalination offers a sustainable and energy-efficient method to convert seawater into potable water, leveraging renewable solar energy. This paper also examines the integration of smart sensors and Internet of Things (IoT) technology in water purification systems for real-time monitoring and management. These innovations collectively represent significant strides toward achieving global water security and sustainability. By harnessing cutting-edge scientific and engineering principles, these technologies hold the potential to transform water purification practices, making clean water accessible to communities worldwide. Nanotechnology introduces novel nanomaterials like carbon nanotubes, graphene oxide, and metal-organic frameworks that exhibit exceptional adsorption and antimicrobial properties. These materials provide high surface area, selectivity, and reusability, making them promising candidates for next-generation water treatment systems. Biotechnology approaches, including biofiltration and microbial fuel cells, leverage natural biological processes for contaminant removal.
Keywords: Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), membrane filtration, nanofiltration, reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, electrocoagulation
[This article belongs to Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research (jowppr)]
Neha Sahu, Rizwan Arif. Innovative Technology for Water Purification. Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research. 2024; 11(02):11-16.
Neha Sahu, Rizwan Arif. Innovative Technology for Water Purification. Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research. 2024; 11(02):11-16. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jowppr/article=2024/view=171950
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Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research
| Volume | 11 |
| Issue | 02 |
| Received | July 16, 2024 |
| Accepted | September 11, 2024 |
| Published | September 13, 2024 |