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This study investigates key operational factors affecting hydrogen production in a pilot-scale microbial electrolysis cell treating urban wastewater, identifying optimal conditions for improved efficiency.

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System
MEC
Substrate
real wastewater

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Abstract

Key findings

  • Optimal pH range for hydrogen production was found to be between 6.5 and 7.5.
  • Higher anode-to-cathode distance resulted in increased hydrogen production rates.
  • Temperature had a significant impact on hydrogen production, with optimal temperature range between 30-40°C.

Keywords

WastewaterMicrobial electrolysis cellHydraulic retention timeSewage treatmentHydrogen productionActivated sludge

Identifiers

Journal
Chemical Engineering Journal
Year
2023