Project 1454
Framework for Energy Neutral Treatment for the 21st Century Through Energy Efficient Aeration
Principal Investigator
Diego Rosso
Project Manager
Walter Graf
Contractor
University of California At Irvine
Research Impact
This research studied the evolution of aeration diffuser efficiency over time, concurrently with the biological study of the biofilm fouling the diffusers, in order to understand the major factors contributing to diffuser fouling. The research established the link between biofilm DNA concentration, reduced oxygen transfer efficiency, and energy consumption. The report includes the results of the research, along with cleaning practices that can restore aeration efficiency. Published by WERF. 110 pages. Online PDF. (2014)
Originally funded as WERF project INFR2R12.
Related Projects
Project 4875
Project 1410
Project 1003
Project 5218
Project 5352
Project 5344
