Microbial Fuel Cells: Transitioning Towards an Industrial Level Bioremediation
Srinithya Ravinuthala, S. Saravanan, Saprativ P. Das
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90% confidenceMFC research in electrode, membrane. Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) are technologies that break down complex organic compounds to si...
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Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) are technologies that break down complex organic compounds to simpler ones, while simultaneously producing electricity. This feature of MFCs allows their substantial application in wastewater bioremediation. Although MFCs have been researched for more than a century, most studies are limited to lab-scale units due to technical and economical constraints. In spite of these challenges, these technologies have greatly progressed and are being implemented in the real world to treat wastewater at industrial scales. This chapter discusses in detail the various designs and materials that are employed in such large-scale industrial systems. Over the years, there has been an exponential growth in the research and development sector for feasible and cost-effective materials leading to the development of carbon-based modified electrodes and ceramic membranes. However, there are challenges faced by these systems, especially in up-scaled systems, like internal resistances and maintenance required for low-term operations. These challenges and their possible solutions, like integration of power management systems, as well as future prospects are discussed in detail in this book chapter.
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- Microbial Bioremediation and Multiomics Technologies for Sustainable Development
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- 2024