Fabrication of reinforced saloplastic ion exchange membrane
Fabrication of reinforced saloplastic ion exchange membrane
It has recently been demonstrated that sustainable and highly stable ion exchange membranes can be produced through the hot-pressing of non-stoichiometric polyelectrolyte complexes, resulting in so-called saloplastic membranes. The objective of this project is to enhance the performance of saloplastic anion exchange membranes through reinforcement. By hot-pressing a mesh into the IEM, a thin yet mechanically stable freestanding film can be produced that will minimise the resistance of the membrane. Moreover, the incorporation of hydrophobic mesh materials could potentially reduce membrane swelling, leading to significant improvements in the fixed charge density, and thus membrane performance.
Contact info:
Hestie Brink - h.a.brink@utwente.nl
