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Qadeer K, Al-Hinai A, Chuah LF, Sial NR, Al-Muhtaseb AH, Al Abri R, Qyyum MA, Lee M. Methanol production and purification via membrane-based technology: Recent advancements, challenges, and the way forward. CHEMOSPHERE 2023:139007. [PMID: 37253401 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.139007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 05/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/21/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
Abstract
Industrail revolution on the back of fossil fuels has costed humanity higher temperatures on the planet due to ever-growing concentration of CO2 emissions in Earth's atmosphere. To tackle global warming demand for renewable energy sources continues to increase. Along renewables, there has been a growing interest in converting carbon dioxide to methanol, which can be used as a fuel or a feedstock for producing chemicals. The current review study provides a comprehensive overview of the recent advancements, challenges, and future prospects of methanol production and purification via membrane-based technology. Traditional downstream processes for methanol production, such as distillation and absorption, have several drawbacks, including high energy consumption and environmental concerns. In comparison to conventional technologies, membrane-based separation techniques have emerged as a promising alternative for producing and purifying methanol. The review highlights recent developments in membrane-based methanol production and purification technology, including using novel membrane materials such as ceramic, polymeric, and mixed matrix membranes. Additionally, integrating photocatalytic processes with membrane separation has been investigated to improve the conversion of carbon dioxide to methanol. Despite the potential benefits of membrane-based systems, several challenges need to be addressed. Membrane fouling and scaling are significant issues that can reduce the efficiency and lifespan of the membranes. Furthermore, the cost-effectiveness of membrane-based systems compared to traditional methods is a critical consideration that must be evaluated. In conclusion, the review provides insights into the current state of membrane-based technology for methanol production and purification and identifies areas for future research. The development of high-performance membranes and the optimization of membrane-based processes are crucial for improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of this technology and for advancing the goal of sustainable energy production.
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- Kinza Qadeer
- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, 712-749, South Korea
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- Sustainable Energy Research Center (SERC) and Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, College of Engineering, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman.
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- Faculty of Maritime Studies, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, 712-749, South Korea
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- Department of Petroleum and Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman
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- Sustainable Energy Research Center (SERC) and Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, College of Engineering, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman
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- Department of Petroleum & Chemical Engineering, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman.
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, 712-749, South Korea.
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SANG L, YAO LL, WEI ZJ. Cross-linked graphene oxide framework to enhance pervaporation separate property of waterborne polyurethane in food packaging materials. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2023. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.108022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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- Hefei University of Technology, China
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- Hefei University of Technology, China; North Minzu University, China
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Cellulose nanocrystal and β-cyclodextrin chiral nematic composite films as selective sensor for methanol discrimination. Carbohydr Polym 2022; 296:119929. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.119929] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2022] [Revised: 07/13/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Lakshmy KS, Lal D, Nair A, Babu A, Das H, Govind N, Dmitrenko M, Kuzminova A, Korniak A, Penkova A, Tharayil A, Thomas S. Pervaporation as a Successful Tool in the Treatment of Industrial Liquid Mixtures. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14081604. [PMID: 35458354 PMCID: PMC9029804 DOI: 10.3390/polym14081604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2022] [Revised: 04/02/2022] [Accepted: 04/08/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Pervaporation is one of the most active topics in membrane research, and it has time and again proven to be an essential component for chemical separation. It has been employed in the removal of impurities from raw materials, separation of products and by-products after reaction, and separation of pollutants from water. Given the global problem of water pollution, this approach is efficient in removing hazardous substances from water bodies. Conventional processes are based on thermodynamic equilibria involving a phase transition such as distillation and liquid-liquid extraction. These techniques have a relatively low efficacy and nowadays they are not recommended because it is not sustainable in terms of energy consumption and/or waste generation. Pervaporation emerged in the 1980s and is now becoming a popular membrane separation technology because of its intrinsic features such as low energy requirements, cheap separation costs, and good quality product output. The focus of this review is on current developments in pervaporation, mass transport in membranes, material selection, fabrication and characterization techniques, and applications of various membranes in the separation of chemicals from water.
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- Kadavil Subhash Lakshmy
- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560, Kerala, India; (K.S.L.); (D.L.); (A.N.); (A.B.); (H.D.); (N.G.); (S.T.)
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- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560, Kerala, India; (K.S.L.); (D.L.); (A.N.); (A.B.); (H.D.); (N.G.); (S.T.)
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- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560, Kerala, India; (K.S.L.); (D.L.); (A.N.); (A.B.); (H.D.); (N.G.); (S.T.)
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- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560, Kerala, India; (K.S.L.); (D.L.); (A.N.); (A.B.); (H.D.); (N.G.); (S.T.)
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- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560, Kerala, India; (K.S.L.); (D.L.); (A.N.); (A.B.); (H.D.); (N.G.); (S.T.)
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- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560, Kerala, India; (K.S.L.); (D.L.); (A.N.); (A.B.); (H.D.); (N.G.); (S.T.)
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- St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya nab., 199034 St. Petersburg, Russia; (M.D.); (A.K.); (A.K.)
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- St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya nab., 199034 St. Petersburg, Russia; (M.D.); (A.K.); (A.K.)
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- St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya nab., 199034 St. Petersburg, Russia; (M.D.); (A.K.); (A.K.)
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- St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya nab., 199034 St. Petersburg, Russia; (M.D.); (A.K.); (A.K.)
- Correspondence: (A.P.); (A.T.)
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- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560, Kerala, India; (K.S.L.); (D.L.); (A.N.); (A.B.); (H.D.); (N.G.); (S.T.)
- Correspondence: (A.P.); (A.T.)
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- School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560, Kerala, India; (K.S.L.); (D.L.); (A.N.); (A.B.); (H.D.); (N.G.); (S.T.)
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