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Towards the optimisation of ceramic-based microbial fuel cells: A three-factor three-level response surface analysis

M J Salar-García1, A de Ramón-Fernández2, V M Ortiz-Martínez3

  • 1Bristol BioEnergy Centre, Bristol Robotic Laboratory, Block T, UWE, Bristol, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol BS16 1QY, United Kingdom.

Biochemical Engineering Journal
|April 23, 2019
PubMed
Summary

Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) using human urine offer sustainable energy. A Box-Behnken design optimized MFC performance, identifying anode area and external resistance as key factors for maximizing power output.

Keywords:
00-0199-00BioenergyCeramic membranesMicrobial fuel cellsModellingResponse Surface Methodology

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