Abstract
In this review, we present the applications of thermoplasmonics in membrane processes. We discuss the influence of the heat capacity of the solvent, the amount of plasmonic nanoparticles in the membrane, the intensity of the light source and the transmembrane flow rate on the increase of permeability. Remarkably, thermoplasmonic effects do not involve any noticeable loss of membrane rejection. Herein, we consider application feasibilities, including application fields, requirements of feed, alternatives of light sources, promising thermoplasmonic nanoparticles and scaling up issues.
| Original language | British English |
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| Article number | 363003 |
| Journal | Journal of Physics Condensed Matter |
| Volume | 28 |
| Issue number | 36 |
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| State | Published - 13 Jul 2016 |
Keywords
- membrane science
- nanoparticle
- plasmons