Membranes TRIZ Cases

Mobile blood separation system uses a hollow fiber bundle to divide donor blood into plasma and erythrocyte concentrate via gravitational force.

A two-stage membrane system separates hydrogen and carbon dioxide from mixed gas streams using selective permeability.

Hybridizing aromatic organic nanocrystals with carbon nanotubes overcomes the mechanical and thermal instability of small molecule films.

Selective membranes in a fuel processing assembly remove carbon monoxide impurities from hydrogen gas, ensuring high purity for fuel cell applications.

Vertical channels eliminate horizontal pooling in crossflow filtration cassettes, ensuring complete drainage and simplified sanitization between runs.

Electrocoagulation and membrane distillation treat high temperature produced water, recovering sensible heat to improve energy efficiency.

Recycles reverse osmosis brine to supply nitrogen and phosphorus, reducing nutrient costs in plant wastewater treatment.

High-energy UV flashlamp irradiation melts the outer membrane surface to enlarge pores, resolving throughput constraints while preserving filtration precision.

A spiral separation membrane element uses tilted oblong threads to minimize flow inhibition and clogging in the feed-side passageway.

Nanofiltration removes inorganic ions from lactic acid permeate, reducing operational costs associated with ion-exchange resin regeneration.

A CHA zeolite membrane separates carbon dioxide from nitrogen and methane using a synthetic precursor with controlled silicon to aluminum ratios.

A portable concentration apparatus automates fluid flow through a negatively charged membrane using solenoid valves and pumps.

Embedding 3D spacer fabric surfaces in membrane layers creates thick anchorage sections that resist compression and prevent delamination under high pressure.

Side-emitting optical fibers embedded in reverse osmosis spacers deliver UV-C irradiation to mitigate biofouling and maintain filter efficiency.

A dense hydrophobic membrane separates volatile siloxanes from liquid polymer mixtures using a sweep medium.

Segmented conductivity sensors identify gasket failures and reversible damage in reverse osmosis systems, reducing water waste from undetected leaks.

Laminated composite membranes and drainage layers form a robust spirally wound filter module for commercial separation systems.

Parallel channels maximize membrane surface area to boost the permeate-to-retentate ratio while reducing clogging risks.

Regulating retentate flow and retention in a membrane separation unit stabilizes reaction zone hydrodynamics while minimizing valuable catalyst losses.

Amine-functionalized graphene oxide fillers in polysulfone membranes resist protein and organic fouling while maintaining high water flux.

Three-dimensional projections on the micro-porous filtration membrane increase surface area to resolve throughput and device size trade-offs.

Polyimide membrane surrounded by a magnet applies an external magnetic field to direct gas flow through pores.

Multi-stage membrane separation in skid-mounted flue gas injection equipment achieves high CO2 purity while reducing system complexity and energy consumption.

A gas sparger creates intermittent large bubbles from continuous flow using a reservoir housing and discharge conduit.

A composite PTFE membrane uses a sintered porous layer to create uniform small pores on an expanded substrate.

Nano membranes filter atmospheric gases to store storable hydrogen, resolving renewable intermittency and fossil fuel pollution.

Low temperature membrane separation removes side products from epoxy resins, preventing thermal degradation and reducing energy consumption.

Arranging membrane modules in series within one tube reheats feed solution via external flow, reducing system complexity and cost.

A concentration zone directs solvent flow along hollow membranes, resolving scalability issues caused by inefficient gas transfer in larger cartridge sizes.

A segmented spacer design with a cap and body configuration directs fluid through alternating ion exchange compartments to maintain uniform flow.

Forward osmosis membranes concentrate ion exchange elution solutions via osmotic pressure, reducing disposal volumes and cutting energy costs.