This volume covers the theory and applications of transport phenomena in synthetic membranes - describing modern membrane preparation methods, structures, characteristics and properties.;Examining different types of membranes and how they are used, Membrane Science and Technology: presents the physical and chemical fundamentals of membrane science; introduces such new techniques of membrane preparation as Langmuir-Blodgett, liquid crystalline, and plasma deposition; spotlights experimental procedures based on wet as well as dry processes; discusses the practical application of chemical processing and engineering; and considers biomedical uses in membrane science .;This book should be a useful resource for industrial chemists and biochemists; chemical, electrical, electronics and agricultural engineers; environmental, materials and polymer scientists; and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines.
." . .fully illustrated. . .well referenced. . ..shows the vitality of the membrane field in Japan." ---Chemistry & Industry ." . .a valuable resource of information for industrialists and. . .a useful. . .introduction for undergraduate and postgraduate students." ---Trends in Polymer Science ." . .a valuable addition to our literature. . ..a useful introduction to membranes as well as an easy-to-consult reference text for professionals in the field." ---Journal of Membrane Science
| Physical chemistry: the physical chemistry of membranes | |
| New methods of membrane preparation: charge-mosaic membranes | |
| Microcapsule membranes | |
| Monolayers, Langmuir-Blodgett films, and hybrid LB films | |
| Plasma-polymerized membranes | |
| Electroconductive enzyme membranes | |
| Membranes in chemical engineering and processing: gas separation and pervaporation | |
| Microfiltration and ultrafiltration | |
| Reverse osmosis | |
| Dialysis | |
| Charged membranes and active transport | |
| Biomedical use: membranes for biomedical use | |
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ISBN: 9780824786946
ISBN-10: 0824786947
Audience:
Professional
Format:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 488
Published: 1st June 1992
Dimensions (cm): 27.9 x 21.6
x 2.6
Weight (kg): 0.794