Microbial electrosynthesis(MES)is a promising carbon utilization technology,but the low-value products(i.e.,acetate or methane)and the high electric power demand hinder its industrial adoption.In this study,electrical...Microbial electrosynthesis(MES)is a promising carbon utilization technology,but the low-value products(i.e.,acetate or methane)and the high electric power demand hinder its industrial adoption.In this study,electrically efficient MES cells with a low ohmic resistance of 15.7 mU m^(2)were operated galvanostatically in fed-batch mode,alternating periods of high CO_(2)and H2 availability.This promoted acetic acid and ethanol production,ultimately triggering selective(78%on a carbon basis)butyric acid production via chain elongation.An average production rate of 14.5 g m^(-2)d^(-1)was obtained at an applied current of 1.0 or 1.5 mA cm^(-2),being Megasphaera sp.the key chain elongating player.Inoculating a second cell with the catholyte containing the enriched community resulted in butyric acid production at the same rate as the previous cell,but the lag phase was reduced by 82%.Furthermore,interrupting the CO_(2)feeding and setting a constant pH2 of 1.7e1.8 atm in the cathode compartment triggered solventogenic butanol production at a pH below 4.8.The efficient cell design resulted in average cell voltages of 2.6e2.8 V and a remarkably low electric energy requirement of 34.6 kWhel kg1 of butyric acid produced,despite coulombic efficiencies being restricted to 45%due to the cross-over of O_(2)and H2 through the membrane.In conclusion,this study revealed the optimal operating conditions to achieve energy-efficient butyric acid production from CO_(2)and suggested a strategy to further upgrade it to valuable butanol.展开更多
Organosulfur compounds,present in e.g.the pulp and paper industry,biogas and natural gas,need to be removed as they potentially affect human health and harm the environment.The treatment of organosulfur compounds is a...Organosulfur compounds,present in e.g.the pulp and paper industry,biogas and natural gas,need to be removed as they potentially affect human health and harm the environment.The treatment of organosulfur compounds is a challenge,as an economically feasible technology is lacking.In this study,we demonstrate that organosulfur compounds can be degraded to sulfide in bioelectrochemical systems(BESs).Methanethiol,ethanethiol,propanethiol and dimethyl disulfide were supplied separately to the biocathodes of BESs,which were controlled at a constant current density of 2 A/m^(2) and 4 A/m^(2).The decrease of methanethiol in the gas phase was correlated to the increase of dissolved sulfide in the liquid phase.A sulfur recovery,as sulfide,of 64% was found over 5 days with an addition of 0.1 mM methanethiol.Sulfur recoveries over 22 days with a total organosulfur compound addition of 1.85 mM were 18% for methanethiol and ethanethiol,17% for propanethiol and 22% for dimethyl disulfide.No sulfide was formed in electrochemical nor biological control experiments,demonstrating that both current and microorganisms are required for the conversion of organosulfur compounds.This new application of BES for degradation of organosulfur components may unlock alternative strategies for the abatement of anthropogenic organosulfur emissions.展开更多
Ammonia recovery from wastewater is crucial,yet technology of low carbon emission and high ammonia perm-selectivity against complex stream compositions is urgently needed.Herein,a membrane-based hybrid process of the ...Ammonia recovery from wastewater is crucial,yet technology of low carbon emission and high ammonia perm-selectivity against complex stream compositions is urgently needed.Herein,a membrane-based hybrid process of the Donnan dialysiseelectrodialysis process(DDeED)was proposed for sustainable and efficient ammonia recovery.In principle,DD removes the majority of ammonia in wastewater by exploring the concentration gradient of NH4 t and driven cation(Nat)across the cation exchange membrane,given industrial sodium salt as a driving chemical.An additional ED stage driven by solar energy realizes a further removal of ammonia,recovery of driven cation,and replenishment of OHtoward ammonia stripping.Our results demonstrated that the hybrid DDeED process achieved ammonia removal efficiency>95%,driving cation(Nat)recovery efficiency>87.1%for synthetic streams,and reduced the OH-loss by up to 78%compared to a standalone DD case.Ammonia fluxes of 98.2 gN m^(-2)d^(-1)with the real anaerobic digestion effluent were observed using only solar energy input at 3.8 kWh kgN^(-1).With verified mass transfer modeling,reasonably controlled operation,and beneficial recovery performance,the hybrid process can be a promising candidate for future nutrient recovery from wastewater in a rural,remote area.展开更多
In this article we give an overview of the state of the art of salinity gradient technologies. We first introduce the concept of salinity gradient energy, before describing the current state of development of the most...In this article we give an overview of the state of the art of salinity gradient technologies. We first introduce the concept of salinity gradient energy, before describing the current state of development of the most advanced of these technologies. We conclude with the new trends in the young field of salinity gradient technologies.展开更多
When high voltage is applied to distilled water filled into two beakers close to each other, a watery connection forms spontaneously, giving the impression of a floating water bridge [1-8]. In this work we present the...When high voltage is applied to distilled water filled into two beakers close to each other, a watery connection forms spontaneously, giving the impression of a floating water bridge [1-8]. In this work we present the first inelastic ultraviolet scattering data of such an electrohydrodynamic bridge revealing radial gradients of Stokes- and Anti-Stokes shifts and their intensity profiles. Interpretations including density and temperature changes within the bridge are discussed. The obtained data can be satisfactorily explained by the introduction of a second phase consisting of nano bubbles. Results and interpretation are discussed in relation to similar phenomena.展开更多
基金This research was carried out in the project“PANGEA-Process intensificAtioN for bioelectroCO2 recyclinG into carbon-nEutrAl products)funded by the Spanish Ministry of Innovation and Science(ref.PID2021-126240OB-I00)PD is supported by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant agreement,project ATMESPHERE,No 101029266+2 种基金MR-C is grateful for the support of the Spanish Government(FPU20/01362)S.P.is a Serra Hunter Fellow(UdG-AG-575)and acknowledges the funding from the ICREA Academia award.LF-P is grateful for the Research Training grant from the Catalan Government(2021 FISDU 00132)LEQUIA and EcoAqua have been recognized by the Catalan Government(Ref 2021 SGR01352 and 2021 SGR01142).
文摘Microbial electrosynthesis(MES)is a promising carbon utilization technology,but the low-value products(i.e.,acetate or methane)and the high electric power demand hinder its industrial adoption.In this study,electrically efficient MES cells with a low ohmic resistance of 15.7 mU m^(2)were operated galvanostatically in fed-batch mode,alternating periods of high CO_(2)and H2 availability.This promoted acetic acid and ethanol production,ultimately triggering selective(78%on a carbon basis)butyric acid production via chain elongation.An average production rate of 14.5 g m^(-2)d^(-1)was obtained at an applied current of 1.0 or 1.5 mA cm^(-2),being Megasphaera sp.the key chain elongating player.Inoculating a second cell with the catholyte containing the enriched community resulted in butyric acid production at the same rate as the previous cell,but the lag phase was reduced by 82%.Furthermore,interrupting the CO_(2)feeding and setting a constant pH2 of 1.7e1.8 atm in the cathode compartment triggered solventogenic butanol production at a pH below 4.8.The efficient cell design resulted in average cell voltages of 2.6e2.8 V and a remarkably low electric energy requirement of 34.6 kWhel kg1 of butyric acid produced,despite coulombic efficiencies being restricted to 45%due to the cross-over of O_(2)and H2 through the membrane.In conclusion,this study revealed the optimal operating conditions to achieve energy-efficient butyric acid production from CO_(2)and suggested a strategy to further upgrade it to valuable butanol.
文摘Organosulfur compounds,present in e.g.the pulp and paper industry,biogas and natural gas,need to be removed as they potentially affect human health and harm the environment.The treatment of organosulfur compounds is a challenge,as an economically feasible technology is lacking.In this study,we demonstrate that organosulfur compounds can be degraded to sulfide in bioelectrochemical systems(BESs).Methanethiol,ethanethiol,propanethiol and dimethyl disulfide were supplied separately to the biocathodes of BESs,which were controlled at a constant current density of 2 A/m^(2) and 4 A/m^(2).The decrease of methanethiol in the gas phase was correlated to the increase of dissolved sulfide in the liquid phase.A sulfur recovery,as sulfide,of 64% was found over 5 days with an addition of 0.1 mM methanethiol.Sulfur recoveries over 22 days with a total organosulfur compound addition of 1.85 mM were 18% for methanethiol and ethanethiol,17% for propanethiol and 22% for dimethyl disulfide.No sulfide was formed in electrochemical nor biological control experiments,demonstrating that both current and microorganisms are required for the conversion of organosulfur compounds.This new application of BES for degradation of organosulfur components may unlock alternative strategies for the abatement of anthropogenic organosulfur emissions.
基金support provided by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51908083,52270058)the Venture&Innovation Support Program for Chongqing Overseas Returnees(CX2021121)+1 种基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFC3203402)the Graduate Research and Innovation Foundation of Chongqing,China(CYS22066)。
文摘Ammonia recovery from wastewater is crucial,yet technology of low carbon emission and high ammonia perm-selectivity against complex stream compositions is urgently needed.Herein,a membrane-based hybrid process of the Donnan dialysiseelectrodialysis process(DDeED)was proposed for sustainable and efficient ammonia recovery.In principle,DD removes the majority of ammonia in wastewater by exploring the concentration gradient of NH4 t and driven cation(Nat)across the cation exchange membrane,given industrial sodium salt as a driving chemical.An additional ED stage driven by solar energy realizes a further removal of ammonia,recovery of driven cation,and replenishment of OHtoward ammonia stripping.Our results demonstrated that the hybrid DDeED process achieved ammonia removal efficiency>95%,driving cation(Nat)recovery efficiency>87.1%for synthetic streams,and reduced the OH-loss by up to 78%compared to a standalone DD case.Ammonia fluxes of 98.2 gN m^(-2)d^(-1)with the real anaerobic digestion effluent were observed using only solar energy input at 3.8 kWh kgN^(-1).With verified mass transfer modeling,reasonably controlled operation,and beneficial recovery performance,the hybrid process can be a promising candidate for future nutrient recovery from wastewater in a rural,remote area.
文摘In this article we give an overview of the state of the art of salinity gradient technologies. We first introduce the concept of salinity gradient energy, before describing the current state of development of the most advanced of these technologies. We conclude with the new trends in the young field of salinity gradient technologies.
文摘When high voltage is applied to distilled water filled into two beakers close to each other, a watery connection forms spontaneously, giving the impression of a floating water bridge [1-8]. In this work we present the first inelastic ultraviolet scattering data of such an electrohydrodynamic bridge revealing radial gradients of Stokes- and Anti-Stokes shifts and their intensity profiles. Interpretations including density and temperature changes within the bridge are discussed. The obtained data can be satisfactorily explained by the introduction of a second phase consisting of nano bubbles. Results and interpretation are discussed in relation to similar phenomena.
