Microbubbling by Multi-channel Ceramic Membranes: Experimental Analysis
and Modeling of Gas Flux
Abstract
Membrane dispersion has extensive application prospects. The membrane
flux serves as a pivotal parameter for assessing production efficiency,
optimization, and scalability. Nevertheless, it remains a great
challenge in establishing a mathematical model that accurately describes
the relationship between the membrane flux and its associated factors.
Herein, the flux variation of multi-channel ceramic membranes during
bubble preparation was investigated by experimental analysis and
mathematical modeling. The membrane flux is significantly influenced by
factors such as the membrane pore size and membrane channel number.
Additionally, system pressure, gas-liquid flow ratio, liquid viscosity,
and surface tension exert substantial effects on membrane flux
fluctuations. A prediction model of the membrane flux is established
based on the empirical model for the first time, and the error of the
model is less than 10%. The model can be used to predict the optimal
membrane pore size and area across different operation conditions and
liquid properties.