Engineers devise technology to prevent fouling in photobioreactors for carbon dioxide capture

Engineers have developed a new technology to prevent fouling in photobioreactors used for carbon dioxide capture. The technology involves the use of a special coating on the surface of the photobioreactor that prevents the growth of unwanted organisms.

Photobioreactors are used to capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere by using algae or other photosynthetic organisms. However, these organisms can also attract unwanted organisms such as bacteria and fungi, which can cause fouling and reduce the efficiency of the photobioreactor.

The new technology involves the use of a special coating made from a combination of materials that prevent the growth of unwanted organisms. The coating is applied to the surface of the photobioreactor and creates a barrier that prevents the organisms from attaching to the surface.

The engineers tested the technology in a lab setting and found that it was highly effective in preventing fouling. They also found that the coating did not affect the growth or performance of the algae or other photosynthetic organisms used in the photobioreactor.

This new technology has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency of photobioreactors used for carbon dioxide capture. By preventing fouling, the photobioreactors can operate at a higher efficiency and capture more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

The engineers are now working on scaling up the technology for use in larger photobioreactors. They are also exploring other applications for the technology, such as preventing fouling in other types of equipment used in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

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