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Yenni Ciawi1, Khoiruddin Khoiruddin2
1Doctoral Program in Engineering Sciences, Engineering Faculty, Udayana University, Jl. PB Sudirman, Denpasar Bali 80234, Indonesia.
Abstract:
Access to clean water remains challenging for people living in underdeveloped regions, rural areas, and remote locations. In the absence of centralized water treatment systems, point-of-use (POU) solutions are necessary. Ceramic water filters (CWFs) have emerged as a practical and affordable option for decentralized water treatment. This review focuses on recent advances in antibacterial CWFs, including preparation methods, filtration performance, and applications. The review highlights the significance of preparation techniques, material choices, and additives in determining CWF properties and performance. Despite virus and chemical contaminant removal limitations, ongoing research on nanofillers and antibacterial additives shows promise for enhancing the CWF performance. The cost-effectiveness, ease of production, and low operational requirements of CWF make it a viable solution for decentralized drinking water systems, particularly in resource-limited areas. Studies have demonstrated the efficacy of CWFs in reducing water contaminants, but proper maintenance and user training are crucial to optimal performance.
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