Polymer/Inorganic Composite Membranes for Gas SeparationsMembranes that efficiently separate gasses such as H2 from coal gas, CO2 from flue gas, and O2 from air The NeedCarbon dioxide, a major by-product of coal and natural gas fueled power plants, is a primary target for reduction of greenhouse gases. Two current approaches to produce inorganic membranes, gas phase synthesis and colloidal synthesis, are subject to defects in the deposition method and surface and environmental contamination. There is a need for efficient and cost-effective carbon capture technologies. The TechnologyResearchers at The Ohio State University, led by Dr. Winston Ho, developed a three-layer membrane comprised of a substrate of a non-organic fibrous layer, an organic polymer support layer, and a selectively permeable organic polymer layer. The composition of the membrane layers can be modified to achieve specific selection and throughput criteria. Commercial Applications
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Tech IDT2009-116 CollegeLicensing ManagerAshouripashaki, Mandana InventorsCategories(None) External Links |