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Project Code [2009-PhD-ET-7]

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Project title

Development of an intelligent intermittently aerated sequencing batch reactor (IIASBR) technology for nutrient-rich wwt

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG)

Lead Applicant

Xinmin Zhan

Project Abstract

The proposed project aims to develop an intelligent, intermittently aerated sequencing batch reactor (IIASBR) technology for nutrient-rich wastewater treatment by carrying out lab- and pilot-scale studies. The key task is to enhance the ?intelligence? of the IIASBRs, i.e., capability in self-adapting operation in response to varying influent wastewater characteristics. This can be achieved by controlling IIASBRs with software programme and probe data. Research contents will include (1) development of control software with lab- and pilot-scale studies (2) investigation of nitrogen transformation by examining N2O emissions and microbial characteristics in IIASBRs and (3) commercial and technical assessment of the proposed technology.

Grant Approved

�94,970.00

Research Hub

Natural Environment

Research Theme

Protecting our Water Resources

Start Date

01/10/2009

Initial Projected Completion Date

01/10/2012