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Design and implementation of uniformizing manifolds and embedded flow fields for electrochemical desalination

Loud IV, Irwin

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Title
Design and implementation of uniformizing manifolds and embedded flow fields for electrochemical desalination
Author(s)
Loud IV, Irwin
Issue Date
2023-12-05
Director of Research (if dissertation) or Advisor (if thesis)
Smith, Kyle C
Department of Study
Mechanical Sci & Engineering
Discipline
Mechanical Engineering
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
M.S.
Degree Level
Thesis
Keyword(s)
  • Desalination
  • Electrochemistry
  • Microfabrication
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Energy Storage
Abstract
Increasing global concerns regarding freshwater access has caused increasing research into emerging desalination technologies. One such promising technology is Faradaic deionization (FDI) using ion intercalation materials. This thesis outlines strategies to enhance fluid management within FDI cells, as the effectiveness of such an FDI system lies in the ability to distribute the electrolyte feed solution (salt water) uniformly to and within intercalation-based porous electrodes. The three chapters of this thesis outline the optimization of various aspects of a specific FDI system. The aspects of the FDI system that are the topic of this thesis are the manifold and the intercalation-based porous electrodes. The manifold will deliver the electrolyte feed solution (salt water) to the porous electrodes for desalination. The design and orientation of this manifold is integral to the overall performance of the system. Functional micro-channels are engraved in the porous electrode to decrease the energy consumption and more effectively distribute the electrolyte feed solution. The design and orientation of such micro-channels will also be discussed.
Graduation Semester
2023-12
Type of Resource
Thesis
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