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C Brepols¹, J Comas², J Harmand³

¹Erftverband, Am Erftverband 6, D 50126, Bergheim, Germany

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This paper reviews integrated membrane bioreactor (MBR) models, highlighting their complexity and the need for standardized terminology. It proposes a common language to advance MBR system optimization and membrane fouling model development.

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Area of Science:

Environmental Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Water Treatment Technologies

Background:

Membrane bioreactor (MBR) models are crucial for designing and managing complex wastewater treatment systems.
These systems involve intricate biological and physical processes, necessitating a unified approach to modeling.
Existing literature on MBR models requires harmonization to enable effective system optimization and control.

Purpose of the Study:

To present the current state-of-the-art of integrated MBR models found in scientific literature.
To propose a standardized terminology for membrane fouling models in aerobic MBRs.
To facilitate the comparison and further development of MBR modeling approaches.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive review of existing literature on integrated MBR models.
Clustering of involved processes into biological and physical categories.
Analysis of different modeling approaches for membrane fouling.

Main Results:

Identification of key integrated MBR models and their characteristics.
Highlighting the complexity and interdisciplinary nature of MBR systems.
A proposed standardized terminology for enhanced model comparison.

Conclusions:

Standardized terminology is essential for advancing MBR model development and application.
Harmonized MBR models will improve system design, management, and optimization.
This work provides a foundation for more consistent and comparable MBR fouling models.