
Nanotechnology for Oil-Water Separation
From Fundamentals to Industrial Applications
- 1st Edition - September 19, 2023
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Editors: Nisar Ali, Muhammad Bilal, Hafiz M. N. Iqbal, Ram K. Gupta, Tuan Anh Nguyen
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 5 1 7 - 1
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 5 1 8 - 8
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Request a sales quoteNanotechnology for Oil-Water Separation: From Fundamentals to Industrial Applications explores how nanotechnologically engineered solutions (modified meshes, carbon nanotubes, functionalized fabrics, textile or hybrid elements for bio-membranes, nanofibrous materials, and many more) can be used to remediate current damage to the environment for a better tomorrow. Design and fabrication of low-cost, effective and environmentally friendly micro/nanomaterials exhibiting strong wettability properties and mechanical and chemical stability are examined, along with current research developments and possible future directions, making this book an essential read for researchers, advanced students, and industry professionals with an interest in nanotechnology and sustainable (bio)technologies.
The increasing amounts of industrial substances released by petrochemical, steel or gas-generating plants and food-processing factories into water poses an ever more serious environmental threat. Due to the significant adverse impact on the natural ecosystem, aquatic organisms and human health, the scientific community has made its priority to find sustainable methods to separate oil-water mixtures.
- Provides an "all-in-one" reference on oil-water separation using cutting-edge, cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly nanotechnology-based solutions
- Sheds light on the proper disposal, management and treatment processes of petroleum wastewater
- Includes a discussion on new developments and findings, as well as challenges and concerns with an indication of where the field may move in coming years
Academia: Researchers and advanced students from across nanotechnology, marine sciences, biotechnology, sustainability, materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, and environmental science. Industry: Chemical/biochemical, mechanical, and naval engineers, and scientists in oil-related industries; environmental professionals; R&D professionals with an interest in nanotechnology and sustainable (bio)technologies
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- List of contributors
- 1. Oil-water emulsion formation–an overview
- Abstract
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Stabilization mechanisms and characterization techniques
- 1.3 Chemical interaction of O/W in the formation of emulsion
- 1.4 Emulsion breakers for demulsifying water/oil emulsions
- 1.5 Reverse emulsion breakers REBs for demulsifying O/W emulsions
- 1.6 Conclusions and perspectives
- References
- 2. Environmental impact of nanomaterials
- Abstract
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Chemistry and application prospects of nanomaterials
- 2.3 Toxic effect of nanomaterials for oil-water separation
- 2.4 Conclusion
- References
- 3. Principles of oil-water separation strategies
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Techniques for separating oil from water
- 3.3 Treatment methods
- 3.4 Conclusions and future perspective
- References
- 4. Nanotechnology for remediation of oilfield and refineries wastewater
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Nanotechnology-based approaches for cleaning oil-contaminated water
- 4.3 Potential role of nanotechnology in water purification
- 4.4 Perspective on oil-water separation using nanotechnologies
- 4.5 Conclusions
- References
- 5. Fiber membranes for oil/water separation
- Abstract
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Materials
- 5.3 Fabrication methods
- 5.4 Mechanism of oil and water separation by fiber membrane
- 5.5 Summary and perspective
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 6. Carbon-based nanomaterials (graphene and graphene oxide, carbon nanotubes, and carbon nanofibers) for oil-water separation
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Carbon-based materials
- 6.3 Conclusion
- References
- 7. Chitosan-based composites for oil-contaminated water treatment
- Abstract
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Chitosan for oil-contaminated water treatment
- 7.3 Chitosan for hydrocarbon-loaded wastewater treatment
- 7.4 Chitosan in oil spillage treatment
- 7.5 Role of chitosan nanocomposites in industrial implementation
- 7.6 Conclusion and future perspective
- References
- 8. Membrane-based hybrid materials for oil/water separation
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 New methods for hybrid membrane in water separation
- 8.3 Fabrication techniques of mixed matrix non-composite membranes
- 8.4 Fabrication techniques of thin film nanocomposite membranes
- 8.5 Thin film membrane performance characteristics
- 8.6 Applications of non-composite membranes
- 8.7 Perspectives and future direction
- 8.8 Conclusion
- References
- 9. Electrospun nanofibers-based membranes for oil-water treatment
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Electrospinning
- 9.3 Membrane wettability theory
- 9.4 Oleophobic and water-insoluble membranes
- 9.5 Oleophilic and water-soluble membranes
- 9.6 Special wettability membranes
- 9.7 Conclusion and future perspective
- References
- 10. Application of electrospun fibers for oil/water separation
- Abstract
- 10.1 The background of oil/water separation
- 10.2 Introduction of electrospun method
- 10.3 Polymer-based electrospun nanofibrous membranes
- 10.4 Inorganic-based electrospun nanofibrous membranes
- 10.5 Electrospun nanofibrous aerogels for oil/water separation
- 10.6 Conclusions and perspectives
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 11. Electrospun fibers: promising materials for oil water separation
- Abstract
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Superhydrophobic/super hydrophilic electrospun fibers for oil/water separation
- 11.3 Synthesis of electrospun fibers with superhydrophobic surface
- 11.4 Superoleophobic/superelectrophilic electrospun fibers
- 11.5 Conclusions and outlook
- References
- 12. Regeneration/reuse capability of monolithic carbon xerogels-metal nanocomposites for crude oil removal from oil-in-saltwater emulsions
- Abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Techniques for adsorbents regeneration used to demulsify water sources
- 12.3 Nanotechnology applied for the removal of crude oil from saltwater
- 12.4 Experimental
- 12.5 Results
- 12.6 Conclusions
- References
- 13. Toxicity of nanomaterials used in oil–water separation
- Abstract
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Toxic effects of nanomaterial used in oil and water separation
- 13.3 Conclusion
- References
- 14. Overview of demulsification techniques in the petroleum industry
- Abstract
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 Process or mechanism of demulsification
- 14.3 Diverse techniques of demulsification
- 14.4 Some pros and cons of diverse demulsification techniques
- 14.5 Conclusion
- Acknowledgment
- Competing interests
- References
- Further reading
- 15. Nanomaterials: fundamentals and applications
- Abstract
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Synthesis of nanomaterials
- 15.3 Characterization of nanomaterials
- 15.4 Graphene-based composites
- 15.5 Carbon nanotubes-based composites
- 15.6 Polymer and clay-based nanocomposites
- 15.7 Thin-film nanostructures
- 15.8 Metal–organic framework–based nanocomposites
- 15.9 Conducting polymer–based nanocomposites
- 15.10 MXenes
- 15.11 Quantum dots
- 15.12 Nanomaterials, application, and chemistry
- 15.13 Nanomaterials: environmental impact, toxicity, and recycling
- 15.14 Conclusion and future perspective
- References
- 16. Bio-based aerogel absorbents for oil-water separation
- Abstract
- 16.1 Introduction
- 16.2 Bioinspired materials for oil/water separation
- 16.3 Biocarbon for oil-water separation
- 16.4 Techniques/Strategies for improving biocarbon materials
- 16.5 Future perspective
- 16.6 Conclusion
- References
- 17. Applications of superwettable materials for oil and water separation
- Abstract
- 17.1 Introduction
- 17.2 Materials in nature that are superwettable
- 17.3 Classification or categorization of super wettable materials
- 17.4 Diverse methods for the preparation of super wettable materials
- 17.5 Applications of super wettable materials in water–oil separation
- 17.6 Reduction of cost
- 17.7 Other applications of super wettable materials in water–oil separation
- 17.8 Impediment to marketing
- 17.9 Conclusion and outlooks for the future
- References
- 18. The role of redox agents in oil–water separation
- Abstract
- 18.1 Introduction
- 18.2 Surfactants and biosurfactants
- 18.3 Microbially improved oil recovery and oil remediation
- 18.4 Identification and purification
- 18.5 Conclusion
- Acknowledgment
- References
- 19. Magnetic polymer hybrid substances for water/oil separation
- Abstract
- 19.1 Introduction
- 19.2 Magnetic nanomaterials
- 19.3 Polymer-based materials
- 19.4 Magnetic polymer hybrid materials for oil/water separation
- 19.5 Conclusion
- References
- 20. Bio-adsorbents for water-oil separation
- Abstract
- 20.1 Introduction
- 20.2 Aerogels
- 20.3 Bio-based aerogel adsorbents
- 20.4 Synthesis or preparation of bio-based aerogel adsorbents
- 20.5 Different bio-based aerogel adsorbents
- 20.6 Diverse applications of bio-based aerogel adsorbents
- 20.7 Outlook and prospects for the future
- 20.8 Conclusion
- Acknowledgment
- Competing interests
- References
- Further reading
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: September 19, 2023
- Imprint: Elsevier
- No. of pages: 750
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323955171
- eBook ISBN: 9780323955188
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Nisar Ali
MB
Muhammad Bilal
HI
Hafiz M. N. Iqbal
RG
Ram K. Gupta
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