The Challenge/Concern:
Desalination has scope to satisfy water need of world, but it is too much expensive. An effective, feasible and cost effective technology is desired against the thermal and membrane desalination processes.
Brief (and non-confidential) Solution
Directional solvents offer an advantageous approach for water purification. Many medium chain fatty acids are known to be directional solvents for water. We performed the trials with a moderate chain acid and found it to offer better results. Especially, its residual solubility in water was one third compared to decanoic acid. We performed detailed exergy analysis and optimum process protocol was concluded.
Service / Project: Contract Research