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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
Initial Projected Completion Date
01/10/2012