Current state-of-the-art of non-reverse osmosis-like forward osmosis technology

• Main Authors: Chang, Zhen Hong, Sum, Jing Yao, Lau, Woei Jye, Ang, Wei Lun, Teow, Yeit Haan, Ooi, Boon Seng, Yeap, Swee Pin
• Format: Article
• Published: Elsevier B.V. 2024
• Subjects: Q Science (General)
• Online Access: http://eprints.utm.my/108496/; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.memsci.2024.123209

Forward osmosis (FO) has gained attention for its reduced fouling propensity. Traditional FO thin-film composite membranes, akin to reverse osmosis (RO)-like FO membranes, feature a dense and tight polyamide (PA) selective layer for high solute rejection but relatively low water permeability. Membra...