Novel carbon molecular sieve honeycomb membrane module: configuration and membrane characterization

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2005

Authors

Lagorsse, S (Author) Other; Leite, A (Author) Other; Magalhaes, FD (Author) FEUP; Bischofberger, N (Author) Other; Rathenow, J (Author) Other; Mendes, A (Author) FEUP

Journal

Title: Carbon

Vol. 43

Pages: 809-819

ISSN: 0008-6223

Publisher: Elsevier

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Scientific classification

FOS: Engineering and technology > Materials engineering

CORDIS: Technological sciences

Other information

Authenticus ID: P-000-5A8

DOI: 10.1016/j.carbon.2004.11.012

Abstract (EN): A new production concept of carbon molecular sieve membranes modules is described. The supported membrane synthesis process allows for industrial production with uniform and reproducible properties, using flat membranes as a starting precursor. The corresponding membrane modules are made in a honeycomb configuration, leading to high packing density and thermochemical stability. Some of the carbon membranes produced for use in these modules are characterized. Species H-2, O-2, N-2, CO2 and SF6 were used in monocomponent adsorption and permeation experiments to obtain adsorption equilibrium and permeation data. High permeabilities were attained in combination with high selectivities. The pore size distribution of the membrane was determined. A number of complementary morphological and structural characterizations were also performed.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 11