СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ ПЕРИФИТОННОЙ ФИЛЬТРАЦИИ ДО И ПОСЛЕ ОБРАБОТКИ ВОДЫ С ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕМ ОЗОНА

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БИОРЕАКТОР С ЗАХВАТОМ ФОТОНОВ ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ И СПОСОБ ЕГО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ

Группа изобретений может быть использована в водоочистке. Биореактор с захватом фотонов для очистки воды содержит уплотняемую объемную комнату, трубу для воды (11), генератор электричества, множество плоских слоев, выполненных внутри объемной комнаты и снабженных рвами (2) с водой, впускные отверстия для углекислого газа. Рвы (2) с водой выполнены с возможностью протекания воды по кругу и в одном плоском слое имеют впускное (12) и выпускное (13) отверстия для воды. В рвах (2) с водой с интервалами расположены множество диафрагм (3) микробных фильтров. Между двумя смежными диафрагмами (3) микробных фильтров образован фильтрующий элемент (4). На поверхности воды каждого фильтрующего элемента расположены водные растения. Осветительные лампы для роста растений расположены над водными растениями (5) на регулируемой высоте. Под выпускным отверстием (13) для воды рвов (2) в верхнем слое расположено лопастное колесо (15), которое соединено с генератором электричества (16). Впускное отверстие для ...

СИСТЕМА И МЕТОД ПЕРИФИТОННОЙ ФИЛЬТРАЦИИ ДО И ПОСЛЕ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ

Изобретение относится к биологическим методам очистки воды с помощью перифитонной фильтрации, позволяющий удалять нутриенты из входящего потока воды. Предложенная система улучшает этот метод, благодаря введению сильного окислителя - озона во входящий, а в некоторых случаях и в выходящий поток воды, чем обеспечивается удаление органических нутриентов, способных повреждать культуры перифитона и водорослей, сокращение популяции нежелательных микроинвертебрат, образование органических нутриентов, пригодных к потреблению перифитоном, а также снижение уровня токсичных компонентов. Для контролирования популяции насекомых применяют пестицид. Предложенные изобретения за счет комбинирования озонной обработки с перифитонной обработкой протекающего потока обеспечивают повышение эффективности очистки воды от токсинов, микроорганизмов и других загрязнителей при сокращении популяции нежелательных микроинвертебрат в водорослевой массе. 2 н. и 26 з.п. ф-лы, 2 ил.

СПОСОБ ОЧИСТКИ ЖИВОТНОВОДЧЕСКИХ ДРЕНАЖНЫХ И ПОВЕРХНОСТНЫХ ВОД И УСТРОЙСТВО ЕГО ОСУЩЕСТВЛЕНИЯ

Изобретение относится к сельскому хозяйству и может быть использовано при строительстве специализированных оросительных систем с использованием животноводческих стоков, проведении удобрительных поливов и осушении земель. Животноводческие дренажные и поверхностные воды из осушительной системы 1 собирают и накапливают в замкнутом канале 5, подвергают их перекачке с помощью передвижной насосной станции 6 через подающий напорный трубопровод 7 в пруд-накопитель 8. Затем осуществляют попуски воды в ручей 11, ограничивая их так, чтобы содержание вредных веществ в воде в конце ручья 11 при поступлении в реку не превышало предельно допустимой нормы. Замкнутый канал 5 сообщают с руслом ручья 11 дополнительным сбросным каналом 13, который размещен перпендикулярно руслу ручья 11, выполнен с уклоном, снабжен зарослями высшей водной растительности и имеет перегораживающее регулируемое сооружение 14. Канал 5 выполнен с возможностью транспортировки через него животноводческих дренажных и поверхностных ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ КОМБИНИРОВАННОГО СПОСОБА ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ

Полезная модель относится к устройствам для очистки сточных вод и поверхностных стоков дождевых, талых вод с автомобильных дорог, а также для очистки вод на предприятиях. Устройство для комбинированного способа очистки воды состоит из полого короба, который размещают на глубине водоема вне зависимости от расстояния от берега и возможности расположения ливневой трубы. Короб содержит полые стенки, которые заполнены пенопластом. В нижней стенке короба выполнены сквозные отверстия, в коробе размещена выдвижная емкость ячеистой структуры, выполненная без верхней и нижней стенок, снабженная ручкой. В нижней части боковой стенки короба выполнено прямоугольное отверстие, равное по высоте выдвижной емкости, между стенкой и выдвижной емкостью установлена задвижка. Короб соединен регулируемой цепью с якорем посредством крепления. При использовании конструкции для комбинированного способа очистки воды, в которой могут быть расположены флокулянты, биотехнологические компоненты, а также субстрат с высаженными ...

Садок плавающий

Полезная модель относится к очистке сточных вод и природных водоемов путем биологического очищения и может быть использована в водном хозяйстве. Садок включает корпус в виде контейнера с поплавками. Стенки корпуса выполнены сетчатыми. Дно контейнера выполнено с распашными створками и возможностью фиксирования створок в закрытом состоянии. По углам верхней рамы корпуса установлены вертикальные скобы. Устройство обеспечивает сокращение времени на разгрузку садка. 2 ил.

Способ оценки фитотоксичности воды при помощи проростков озимой пшеницы

Изобретение применяется для оценки степени загрязнения и концентрации тяжелых металлов природных и сточных вод с помощью методов биотестирования, а именно озимой пшеницы (Triticum aestivum). Способ оценки фитотоксичности воды при помощи проростков озимой пшеницы включает отбор проб воды в объеме 1-2 л в чисто вымытые полиэтиленовые бутыли с завинчивающейся пробкой, после чего берут 20 чашек Петри, укладывают в них слой гигроскопической ваты, сверху пинцетом на вату раскладывают семена тест-объекта озимой пшеницы разновидности lutescens зародышем вверх и накрывают двумя слоями фильтровальной бумаги, далее чашки Петри с зародышами заливают 20 мл отобранной воды и накрывают светоотражающей плёнкой для выращивания семян и поддерживают +25-26°С для прорастания зародышей озимой пшеницы, после прорастания в зародыши озимой пшеницы помещают в мини-кассеты объемом 150 г, заполненные 140 г промытого и покалённого песка. Каждую мини-кассету поливают 10 мл отобранными пробами воды 3 раза в течение ...

БИОЭКОЛОГИЧЕСКОЕ МИКРОЭНЕРГЕТИЧЕСКОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ПЛАВУЧЕГО ОСТРОВА И СПОСОБ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДОЕМОВ СО СТОЧНЫМИ И ПАХУЧИМИ ВОДАМИ С ЕГО ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕМ

Изобретение относится к экологической очистке, в частности к биоэкологическому микроэнергетическому устройству плавучего острова и способу очистки водоемов со сточными и пахучими водами с его использованием. Способ включает размещение плавучего биоэкологического микроэнергетического устройства плавучего острова на поверхности водоема со сточными и пахучими водами. В корпусе плавучего острова (1) предусмотрены модуль биологического носителя (9) и модуль растений (10). На устройстве предусмотрена ветряная лопасть (5) для создания ветровой нагрузки для приведения в действие воздушного компрессора с ветросиловым приводом (6) для получения сжатого воздуха. Сжатый воздух хранят в резервуаре для хранения сжатого воздуха (7). Сжатый воздух используют для обеспечения вращения, перемещения и аэрации корпуса плавучего острова (1). Забор и отвод воды выполняют посредством вращения корпуса плавучего острова (1). Очистку водоема со сточными и пахучими водами осуществляют посредством аэрации в корпусе ...

Способ комплексной очистки сложных многокомпонентных сточных вод

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Биоплато для очистки водоёмов с электронным блоком

Изобретение относится к биотехнологии и охране окружающей среды в области контроля и очистки водных объектов от загрязняющих веществ. Биоплато для очистки водоемов содержит размещенные в едином корпусе фитоблоки, микробные топливные элементы и электронный блок. Каждый из фитоблоков состоит из растений, заглубленных в высокопористом наполнителе с иммобилизованными бактериями. Высокопористый наполнитель выполняет роль искусственной среды. Каждый блок микробных топливных элементов выполнен в виде емкости. На дне емкости расположен анод, затем слой ила и катод. Анод, слой ила и катод параллельно электрически соединены с электронным блоком, причем слой ила составляет не менее 3 см. Электронный блок состоит из харвестера энергии и подключенного к нему цифроаналитического блока. Харвестер энергии включает ионистр, DC-DC преобразователь, компаратор, драйвер питания. DC-DC преобразователь, компаратор, драйвер питания соединены с ионистром параллельно, а между собой электрически последовательно.

Термофильный штамм водоросли Chlorella vulgaris Beijer для оперативного биотестирования токсичности водных сред

Изобретение относится к биотехнологии. Штамм зеленой водоросли Chlorella vulgaris Beijer (токситест-90) обладает повышенной скоростью роста и способностью расти при повышенной температуре 35-37°С, депонирован в коллекции микроводорослей Института физиологии растений им. К.А. Тимирязева Российской академии наук (IPPAS) под номером IPPAS С-2058. Изобретение обеспечивает расширение арсенала средств для биотестирования токсичности водных сред. 1 табл., 1 пр.

Modulair continuous production of micro-organisms

Biological treatment of sulphate and metal containing water.

A process for treating sulphate - and metal - containing waste water, includes subjecting, in a reaction stage, the sulphate- and metal-containing easte water to biological sulphate reduction in which sulphates in the wste water are converted to sulphides, with metals present in the waste water precipitating out and treated waste water being obtained. The precipitated metals are withdrawn from the reaction stage, while treated waste water is withdrawn from the reaction stage. The treated water waste is subjected to polishing and/or to nutrient removal.

Treatment of water

Process for the cultivation of micro-algae

Modulair continuous production of micro-organisms

System and devices for assisting in planting and growing floating macrophyte-type plant species in uses for the purification of water.

System and devices for assisting in planting and growing floating macrophyte-type plant species in uses for the purification of water.

BIOLOGISCHE REINIGUNG VON WASSER

PROCEDURE FOR THE REDUCTION OF THE CONCENTRATION OF INGREDIENTS IN A GAS AND IN A LIQUID AND A DEVICE FOR THE EXECUTION OF THIS PROCEDURE

VERFAHREN ZUM ABBAU VON IN ABWÄSSERN UND/ODER ABGASEN ENTHALTENEN TOXISCHEN ORGANISCHEN VERBINDUNGEN

Method for degrading toxic organic compounds contained in wastewater and/or waste gases, wherein the wastewater or waste gases (2) polluted with toxic organic compounds is/are first introduced into an aqueous basic alkaline or alkaline earth solution/slurry bath (3) to destabilize the toxic organic compounds, and then the solution/slurry bath (3) containing the destabilized toxic organic compounds is fed into a capillary mass (4) arranged thereabove, formed from a mixture of reprocessed wood materials and peat mixed with bentonite, zeolite and/or lime with a particle size <200 mum.

Vertikale Pflanzenkläranlage zur Reinigung von Grauwasser und Industrieabwässer

Bei dieser Vorrichtung geht es um eine biologische, gebäudeintegrierte Grauwasser und Industrieabwasser aufbereitende Kläranlage im Innenraum, die auf einer Kombination von höheren Pflanzen und Mikroorganismen im Wurzelraum basiert. Sie besteht aus mehreren länglichen Pflanzbehältern die etagenweise auf verschiedenen Höhenstufen an einem Gerüst angebracht sind. Die Pflanzbehälter sind mit einem anorganischen Substrat, welches teilweise mit Aktiv- oder Biokohle vermischt sein kann, befüllt und mit standwassertoleranten Pflanzen bepflanzt. Das Grau- bzw. Industrieabwasser wird von einem vorgeschalteten Vorratsbehälter in die oberste Pflanzenetage eingeleitet. Das Wasser fließt mäandrierend anhand einer leichten Schräglage und durch besondere Überlaufvorrichtungen gesteuert von einer Pflanzenetage in die Darunterliegende. Das Wasser im Vorratsbehälter und in den Pflanzbehältern wird durch am Boden angebrachte Luftröhre belüftet. Nach der letzten Etage fliesst das gereinigte Wasser in einen ...

Procedure for the sewage conditioning

SELF-CLEANING FILTER

An aquatic ecological symbiosis system based on the combination of aquatic plants

The invention discloses an aquatic ecological symbiosis system based on the combination of aquatic plants, the system includes anemergent plant area, a floating plant area and a submerged plant area planted in the same 5 water body. The plant density of each area was 25 plants/m2 of celandine in the emergent plant area, 10 plants/m2 of water lily in the floating plant area and 50 clumps/m2 of Myriophyllum spicatum, Vallisneria natans or Hydrilla varticillata in the submerged plant area, and the ratio of the three planting area is 20%:20%:60%, and >80% of the water surface was 10 covered by aquatic plants in the emergent plant area, floating plant area and submerged plant area; the water ecological symbiosis system based on the combination of aquatic plants is invented by optimizing to configuration of submerged plants, floating plants and emergent plants with artistic effect. Through the water ecological symbiosis system based 15 on the combination of aquatic plants, self-purifying ability ...

Biological purification of water

Aquaponics system

PRODUCTION OF BIO-GAS

Organism and method for metal recovery, remediation and separation

Treatment of water

PRODUCTION OF BIO-GAS

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TREATING WASTEWATER VIA PHOTOTACTIC HETEROTROPHIC MICROORGANISM GROWTH

A wastewater treatment method (200) includes the steps of supplying a wastewater influent (206) having nutrients for a population of phototactic heterotrophic microorganisms (204) to an aerated bioreactor (202). At least a portion of the nutrients is converted into the phototactic heterotrophic microorganism population (204). The wastewater influent (206) and the phototactic heterotrophic microorganism population (204) together form a bioreactor effluent (210) that is transferred to a light clarifier (212). The bioreactor effluent (210) is concentrated in the light clarifier (212) to form a low- solids effluent (216) and a high-solids effluent (214). The concentration is performed by inducing the population of phototactic heterotrophic microorganisms (204) to phototactically self concentrate through exposure to a light having at least one of an intensity and a wavelength sufficient to cause the phototactic heterotrophic microorganism population (204) to migrate away from a source of the ...

CHEMICAL TREATMENT FOR ALGAE CONTROL IN OPEN WATER SYSTEMS

CHEMICAL TREATMENT FOR ALGAE CONTROL IN OPEN WATER SYSTEMS of the Invention Algae growth in an open water system such as a water cooling tower is controlled by reducing the amount of light available for the algae to photosynthesize. The light available for photosynthesis is reduced by incorporating a dye into the water in the water cooling system. Thus the dye absorbs the light necessary for photosynthesis and in turn prevents algae growth. Preferably fluorescein at a concentration of 0.2 to 800 parts per million is incorporated into the water in the water cooling system. Other dyes can be selected depending on the particular algae.

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR IN-SITU REMOVAL OF OVERWINTERING CYANOBACTERIA IN LAKE SEDIMENT

The present invention discloses a device and method for in-situ removal of overwintering Cyanobacteria in lake sediment and belongs to the technical field of water environment research. The device for in-situ removal of overwintering Cyanobacteria in lake sediment includes a reactor with an open bottom. The reactor is directly installed on the lake sediment to form a closed internal environment of the reactor; filter screens are arranged in the reactor, adsorption materials are placed on the filter screens, and a water disturbing device is arranged in a lower portion of the filter screen. The water disturbing device includes disturbing blades, and the disturbing blades rotate to drive the water to move. The device for in-situ removal of overwintering Cyanobacteria in lake sediment according to the present invention is used for in-situ removal of the Cyanobacteria, which can effectively control the Cyanobacteria, nitrogen, phosphorus and algal toxins.

BIOLOGICAL PURIFICATION OF WATER

... ²²²²The invention relates to a method and a water treatment system (2) for ²treating and/or ²keeping clean water (1), in particular from swimming facilities (4), whereby ²the water (1) ²is pre-cleaned in a first step in at least one mechanical cleaning device (5, ²8) and in a ²second step is put through a biological cleaning process in at least one ²biological cleaning ²device (12, 13). The water (1) is transported between the cleaning steps by ²force of gravity ²and the cleaned water (1) is optionally returned to the swimming facility (4).²²² ...

SELF-CLEANING PRE-FILTER FOR A WATER CIRCULATION PUMP

A water circulation pump pre-filter unit (PFU). The PFU is submerged and provides structure to camouflage the system to give a natural and aesthetic look. The PFU comprises at least two cleaning systems: (1) biological cleaning mechanism; and (2) an internal self-cleaning mechanism. Specifically, the PFU comprises several filtering surfaces that form a repository for pond debris on which fish and other aquatic creatures feed, i.e., the biological cleaning mechanism. These filtering surfaces of the PFU also provide a protective barrier that prevents large debris from entering the circulation pump. The internal self-cleaning mechanism is a spray wash water source mechanism used to clean the PFU without removing the PFU or fish from the pond or entering the water. Together these features improve the quality of the water in the pond and extend the life of a pump.

APPARATUS AND PROCESS FOR BIOLOGICAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT

... ²A self-sustaining wastewater treatment facility enhances greenhouse gas ²abatement, captures CO2 ²and produces biomass to address multiple critical environmental needs. The ²facility includes an ²array of rotating media wheels that create an optimum ordered mixing of algae ²for sustained ²growth. Biomass harvested from the rotating media wheels may be provided to ²other processing ²facilities to produce, for instance, bio-fuels. Waste CO2 from the processing ²facility may also be ²returned to the treatment system for enhanced algae growth. Bacteria are ²provided to form a ²symbiotic relationship with the algae, fueled by sunlight to effectively ²remove toxic materials ²from the wastewater. The multi-functional facility may also be integrated into ²a regenerative ²facility in which the biomass obtained from the algal and bacterial colonies ²is used in a separate ²facility and byproducts of the operation of the separate facility are used by ²the multi-functional ²facility to fuel further ...

Verfahren zur Abwasseraufbereitung, Vorrichtung zur Durchführung des Verfahrens und Anwendung des Verfahrens

Digester-photobioreactor for culturing photosynthetic microorganisms e.g. microalgae and producing biogas, comprises first enclosure with microorganisms and growth medium, and second enclosure with microorganisms and digestive medium

The digester-photobioreactor (1) comprises a first enclosure containing photosynthetic microorganisms and a growth medium, and a second enclosure containing microorganisms and a digestive medium comprising anaerobic bacteria capable of digesting the microorganisms. The microorganisms are in contact with the growth medium and exposed to sunlight. The first chamber is connected to the second enclosure. The second enclosure defines a support wall to the first enclosure. A part of the first and second enclosure comprises a flexible structure supported by the gas pressure. The digester-photobioreactor (1) comprises a first enclosure containing photosynthetic microorganisms and a growth medium, and a second enclosure containing microorganisms and a digestive medium comprising anaerobic bacteria capable of digesting the microorganisms. The microorganisms are in contact with the growth medium and exposed to sunlight. The first chamber is connected to the second enclosure. The second enclosure defines ...

Verfahren zur Verfüllung einer auf Biomassenzirkulation basierten Pflanzenkläranlage

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Verfullung einer auf Biomassenzirkulation basierten Pflanzenkläranlage, welche mit einer Aktivkohleschicht verfüllt, wird deren Aktivkohle durch Karbonisieren von Pflanzenresten oder/und Tierresten aus der Pflanzenkläranlage hergestellt wird. Die Rückgewinnung verwelkter Feuchtgebietspflanzen und verrottender Tierreste aus der Pflanzenkläranlage zur Herstellung von Aktivkohle und das Verfällen der hergestellten Aktivkohle in die Pflanzenkläranlage können einerseits das Problem lösen, dass Biomasse wie Pflanzenreste, Tierreste und dergleichen leicht zu einer Verstopfung der Füllstoffe in der Pflanzenkläranlage führen und somit die Fähigkeit der Pflanzenkläranlage zur Behandlung von organischem Abwasser verringern, womit die Nutzungseffizienz der Pflanzenkläranlage verbessert wird. Andererseits kann das Problem gelöst werden, dass Biomasse wie Pflanzen- und Tierreste beim Fäulnis- und Abbauprozess zahlreiche Schadstoffe erzeugen und eine ...

MODULAR CONTINUOUS PRODUCTION OF MICRO-ORGANISMS

Method for rapid recovery of submerged plants in lakes with high-organic-matter sediment

Ecological restoration method of eutrophic water body

Diversion purification system for artificial lake water

Vibration and constant-temperature artificial wetland sewage treatment system

Unpowered stepped type purification system for ecological revetment of river channel

Floating planting ceramsite plate device for purifying water pollution and beautifying environment and manufacturing method of floating planting ceramsite plate device

Plant planting platform for biological treatment of rivers

Ecological prevention and control method of non-point source pollution

Bioretention tank capable of strengthening nitrogen-phosphorus removing process of initial runoff of road

Ecological ditch for reducing pollutants in paddy field drainage

Rainwater and sewage purification integrated device with landscape function

The invention provides a rainwater and sewage purification integrated device with a landscape function. The device comprises a treatment system and a stored water recycling system, wherein a retentionlayer and a purification unit are sequentially arranged in the treatment system from top to bottom, a water inlet pipe is arranged at the upper end of the retention layer and connected to a front-endrainwater and sewage collection, storage or pretreatment device, the treatment system outputs purified water into the stored water recycling system through a bottom water outlet pipe, the side wall of the stored water recycling system is provided with a drainage connector, and the drainage connector is connected with a water pump to output the purified water in the stored water recycling system.According to the rainwater and sewage purification integrated device, collection, purification treatment and resource utilization of rainwater and grey water are achieved at the same time, the water treatment ...

Microbial augmentation suspended packing constructed wetland

METHOD FOR THE BIOLOGICAL PURIFICATION OF WATER CONTAINING ORGANIC MATERIALS AND BYPRODUCTS, EMPLOYING DIFFUSION AND THE ACTION OF AEROBIC AND ANAEROBIC MICROORGANISMS AND DEVICE THEREFOR

PROCESS OF WASTE PROCESSING RESULTING FROM the NONCOLLECTIVE CLEANSING

Treating manures by two stage anaerobic fermentation - followed by culturing in ponds with algae

Process of purification and clarification of water, in particular of drinking water and water usable industrially

Accelerating decomposition of organic material esp. for fuel prods. - by directing monochrome light and infrared radiations at two ferments

블록 모듈형 초기우수처리장치

... 본 발명은 초기우수의 강우유출수를 미생물의 분해반응으로 효율적으로 정화처리하면서 큰 공극률로 강우유출수의 처리용량을 확보하고 시설의 모듈화로 인해 현장시공에 효과적으로 적용함을 제공하도록, 내부에 침강영역 및 정화영역, 저류영역을 구비토록 구분 구획하는 모듈본체부와; 상기 모듈본체부의 침강영역에서 강우유출수를 포집하되 강우유출수에서 분리된 오염물을 한쪽 방향으로 퇴적시킬 수 있게 일방향으로 경사진 호퍼경사면을 형성하고, 상기 호퍼경사면의 한쪽 상단에는 상기 침강영역 내 포집된 강우유출수를 운송처리하기 위한 수중펌프를 구비하는 침강저류부와; 상기 모듈본체부의 정화영역에서 강우유출수를 정화처리하되 상하로 구분된 정화영역을 형성하고, 상부정화영역에 상기 침강저류부로부터 운송된 강우유출수를 여과하면서 불포화대에 존재하는 호기성 미생물을 이용한 분해반응으로 1차 정화처리토록 내부에 입상여재가 채워지는 제1필터층과, 하부정화영역에 상기 제1필터층을 거친 강우유출수를 여과하되 포화대에서 혐기성 미생물을 이용한 분해반응으로 2차 정화처리토록 내부에 섬모상여재가 구비된 제2필터층을 구성하는 침투여과부와; 상기 모듈본체부의 저류영역에서 상기 침투여과부를 거친 강우유출수가 이동되어 저류시키고, 하단에 강우유출수를 배출시킬 수 있는 배수로를 형성하는 처리수저류부;를 포함하는 블록 모듈형 초기우수처리장치를 제공한다.

Improvements in and relating to methods and apparatus for treating waste liquids.

INTEGRATED SYSTEM FOR THE TREATMENT AND THE REUSE OF THE AQUACULTURE EFFLUENTS

Integrated system for treating and reutilising inland aquaculture plants wastewater comprising a microfiltration system, a sludge treatment system, a constructed wetland purification system and characterised in that it uses a drum or disc filter for microfiltration and relative implementation method characterised by a coagulation step, a flocculation step and a thickening step for said wastewater.

METHOD FOR TREATING A WASTE STREAM USING PHOTOSYNTHETIC MICROORGANISMS

La présente invention concerne un procédé permettant de traiter un flux de déchet par mise en contact dudit flux de déchet avec un consortium de micro-organismes procaryotes, de préférence des bactéries pourpres ne produisant pas de soufre, suivi par l'algue verte Chlorella. Le consortium de micro-organismes procaryotes assimile une première portion des déchets, et l'algue verte assimile la portion de déchets restante de façon qu'un effluent sensiblement purifié soit produit. Le procédé de la présente invention comprend de préférence un photoréacteur de façon à augmenter la dose de lumière mise à disposition des micro-organismes photosynthétiques, ce qui a pour effet de favoriser l'assimilation des déchets issus du flux de déchet.

AUTOTROFIC SULFUR DENITRATION CHAMBER AND CALCIUM REACTOR

The present invention describes novel biological systems and methods including aerobic (2) and anaerobic (3) steps for efficiently conditioning water and and reducing nitrate levels, adding calcium and increasing pH (4, 5), using catholyte (11) and anolyte, and removing contaminants via an oxytower (8) and a degassing step (6) for the improved conditioning of water in aquariums (10) and improved growing conditions for aquatic life.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR BIOLOGICAL TREATMENT OF WASTE WATER

A system and apparatus for biologically treating water are disclosed herein. The method and apparatus employ a primary treatment cell (15) connected to a secondary treatment cell (33). Polluted water is introduced into the primary treatment cell via an inlet pipe (40) and a first end thereof. Treated water is withdrawn at a second end of the primary treatment cell via an exit pipe (43) and subsequently introduced into a secondary treatment cell via a dosing siphon (5). The primary treatment cell is filled with gravel (50) supporting aerobic bacteria designed to biologically decompose pollutants within the water. Wetland vegetation (37) is planted on the primary treatment cell (15) for absorbing pollutants from the water. The secondary treatment cell (33) contains gravel (86) supporting anaerobic bacteria for further decomposing pollutants within the water. Treated water is discharged from the secondary treatment cell (33) to the environment (25).

Microorganisms and methods for degrading plant cell walls and complex hydrocarbons

Unique marine amoebae capable of digesting algal cell walls and degrading complex hydrocarbons, including plastics, and methods for treating algae and complex hydrocarbons using the amoebae and partially purified enzymes from the amoebae.

Method of treating sewage

A first holding tank includes a base and a plurality of sidewalls extending upwardly from the base to define an open top. An inlet pipe provides raw sewage into tank. Tank is part of a sewage treatment plant comprised of a number of like sequentially interlinked tanks. Tank has an average depth of about 1½ meters and a surface area of about 60 hectares. After a predetermined volume of sewage and other fluids are contained within tank, the inflow is halted and a number of live fish, in the form of European carp, are introduced into tank. The inclusion of the fish allows the conversion of the sewage into fish manure that progressively builds up on the bottom of the tank. Moreover, the movement of the fish in tank assists the processing of the sewage by aeration.

Algal and nutrient control system and method for a body of water

A system to control nutrients, suspended algae, and filamentous algae in lakes, ponds, and estuaries includes a structure for containing macrophytic vegetation. One embodiment segregates a column of water within a body of water desired for remediation and shields the water column from sunlight sufficiently to kill phytoplankton therein, the lysis thereof releasing nutrients. The released nutrients are sequestered, and remediated water is replaced in the water column with water from the body of water. Floating or submerged macrophytes can be introduced in combination with shading and induced water movement to optimize nutrient uptake by the macrophytes. Water column shading may also be achieved by the macrophytes themselves, or by other means. The macrophytes can include floating aquatic plants, such as water hyacinths, submerged aquatic plants, and terrestrial or aquatic plants caused to float artificially. The invention also deals with toxic algae in a safe and sequestered way.

High density treatment product

Method of preparation and application of algal products is disclosed. By harvesting green algae, especially Chlorella pyrenoidosa during logarithmic phase of growth and after a cell density of 1 x 105 cells/ml is reached, a product having floccilating capability and plant growth regulating properties is obtained. Methods of handling this product and of application are disclosed.

System for treatment of manure

A waste management system dispenses liquid manure and/or sludge products onto land on which is grown a cultivar that is specially selected to perform with improved yields and stand persistence under conditions of heavy traffic, grazing, manure application and/or fertilizer loading. Selective breeding and/or selection for improved performance under conditions of heavy traffic, grazing and defecation has produced cultivars that demonstrate improved performance in this use.

Stormwater biofiltration system and method

A stormwater treatment system and method for removing sediment, chemical pollutants, and debris from stormwater runoff by utilizing bioretention practices including physical, chemical and biological processes. Stormwater is directed into a primarily open-bottomed, multi-dimensional container whereby entrained sediment and other transportable materials are filtered and treated through a media filter layer consisting of inorganic and/or organic materials. A live plant (preferably a tree) situated within the container with roots resident in the media filter layer with the ability for expansion beyond the perimeter of the container through openings in one or more sidewalls. The treated water may be further conveyed beyond the perimeter of the container by additional openings and/or piping. A vertically positioned overflow/bypass/clean out piping apparatus may be included within the stormwater treatment system to provide additional water conveyance. Additional ancillary conveyance, filtration ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ ПОВЕРХНОСТНЫХ СТОЧНЫХ ВОД

Полезная модель относится к области охраны окружающей среды, в частности к техническим средствам, предназначенным для предотвращения загрязнения поверхностных водных объектов промышленными, хозяйственно-бытовыми и ливневыми стоками урбанизированной территории. Устройство для очистки поверхностных сточных вод содержит водосточный коллектор, приемно-отстойную камеру с шахтным водосбросом, имеющим выходной оголовок в секции очистки, там же расположена водобойная плита. Секция очистки выполнена в виде мелководного биоплато и образована фильтрационными дамбами, которые снабжены съемными емкостями с адсорбентом с каждой боковой стороны. Технический результат состоит в повышении производительности очистки и снижении габаритов устройства. 1 ил.

Способ очистки сточных вод с получением биомассы

Изобретение относится к биотехнологии. Предложен способ очистки сточных вод с получением биомассы, включающий прокачку углекислого газа, выработанного при окислении биологических загрязнений сточных вод в отдельной емкости, через взвесь фотосинтезирующих организмов в жидкой среде, находящуюся в отдельном резервуаре под лучами света с выработкой отводящегося кислорода и получением биомассы, причем предварительно эмпирическим путем определяют необходимый объем сточных вод и количество фотосинтезирующих организмов. Уровни фотосинтезирующих организмов в жидкой питательной среде и сточных водах, соответственно, в резервуаре и емкости поддерживают автоматически; биомассу фотосинтезирующих организмов отбирают из резервуара, а очищенную воду - из отдельной секции емкости; кислород перекачивают из резервуара выше уровня жидкой среды для подачи в емкость дозирующим насосом с контролем концентрации кислорода. Контроль концентрации углекислого газа осуществляют увеличением или уменьшением подачи сточных ...

Способ переработки фекальных и животноводческих стоков

Изобретение относится к биотехнологии и может быть использовано на птицефабриках, животноводческих фермах и комплексах. Способ переработки фекальных и животноводческих стоков предусматривает сбрызгивание стоков концентрированным почвенным раствором, заполнение гравитационной разделительной колонны и выдерживание интервала времени, достаточного для разделения на жидкую фракцию и осадок. Сливают жидкую фракцию в бассейн, заселенный водоплавающей растительностью, выдерживают в нем до заполнения растительностью 90-95% зеркала бассейна с последующим удалением из бассейна избыточной растительности, оставляя около 20% от площади зеркала бассейна. Сливают очищенные стоки из бассейна, а осадок выгружают и перерабатывают в экочернозем и концентрированный почвенный раствор, часть которого подают на обрызгивание следующей порции стоков, после чего проводят цикл переработки этой порции. При этом после заполнения стоками одной гравитационной разделительной колонны переключают поток стоков на другую гравитационную ...

СИСТЕМА ИСКУССТВЕННОГО БОЛОТА ДЛЯ ОЧИСТКИ СТОЧНЫХ ВОД

СИСТЕМА И МЕТОД ПЕРИФИТОННОЙ ФИЛЬТРАЦИИ ДО И ПОСЛЕ ОЧИСТКИ ВОДЫ

... 1. Метод обработки воды, включающий следующие этапы: на воду, предназначенную для обработки, воздействуют озоном в достаточном количестве, в целях сокращения в ней концентрации нежелательных микроорганизмов, и пропускают воду через колонию прикрепленных водорослей для удаления из нее нежелательных компонентов. 2. Метод по п.1, отличающийся тем, что этап воздействия на воду озоном включает стадию инжекции озона, по крайней мере, либо в камеру смешения либо непосредственно в воду, стадию закачки предназначенной к обработке воды в камеру смешения, и стадию перемешивания воды, предназначенной к обработке, - с инжектированным озоном. 3. Метод по п.1, предусматривающий также, до этапа воздействия на воду озоном, этап генерирования озона посредством, по крайней мере, либо воздействия на воздух ультрафиолетовым излучением, либо путем образования коронного разряда. 4. Метод по п.1, предусматривающий также этап воздействия на воду, предназначенную для обработки, по крайней мере, либо ультрафиолетовым ...

SELBSTREINIGENDER FILTER

Second biological stage for water purification replacing chemical removal of phosphorus and nitrogen compounds comprises adding phytoplankton which is then killed by irradiating with UV, removed by sedimentation and composted

A second biological purification stage for water purification replaces chemical removal of phosphorus and nitrogen compounds. It comprises adding phytoplankton which is then killed by irradiating with UV, removed in a sedimentation basin and composted.

Method for separating solvently phase from liquid phase in agricultural liquid manure from animal husbandry, involves settling and separating precipitation floating bodies already contained and/or prior to precipitation process

The method involves mixing liquid manure (1) with a precipitating agent before introduction of the liquid manure into a joggle container (5). The precipitating agent of the liquid manure is supplied in the joggle container before introduction of the liquid manure into the joggle container. Precipitation floating bodies already contained and/or prior to precipitation process or suspended in the precipitation process is settled and separated as thick phase (6). The settled and separated thick phase is separately withdrawn from a thin phase forming as clear zone (7). Independent claims are also included for the following: (1) a device for separating thick phase from a thin phase in a floating body containing liquid (2) a odor treatment substance (3) a method for manufacturing a odor treatment substance.

VERFAHREN ZUR ZUECHTUNG VON PLANKTON UND DESSEN ANWENDUNG.

A synthetic soil product

A filter apparatus

An apparatus for a pool 14 comprises a substantially closed chamber 12 containing filter material 40; an air-lift pump 30; and a fluid inlet 36 arranged in use to be in fluid communication with the chamber and the pool. The air lift pump promotes passage of fluid from the chamber, and the inlet draws fluid from the pool to replace fluid passed from the chamber. Preferably, the chamber is arranged in use to be immersed in water. A filter housing 22 may be arranged in use above a base 18 of the chamber, wherein the filter housing comprises an outlet 26 positioned at the base 27 of the housing. The outlet can provide a water flow pathway from the filter housing into the chamber. A first air-lift pump can have an intake adjacent to the base of the chamber and an outlet riser 34 open to the pool. The inlet may provide a water flow from the pool to the filter housing, wherein the inlet can be located above its outlet into the filter housing. A method of cleaning a pool of water is also claimed ...

Adsorption agent for noble metal, method for manufacturing the same and method for receiving noble metal

Stufenweise vertikal aufgebaute Pflanzenkläranlage zur Reinigung von Grauwasser und Industrieabwässer

Bei dieser Vonichtung geht es um eine biologische, gebäudeintegrierte Grauwasser und Industrieabwasser aufbereitende Kläranlage im Innenraum, die auf einer Kombination von höheren Ptlanzen und Mikroorganismen im Wurzelraum basiert. Sie besteht aus mehreren länglichen Pflanzbehälter die etagenweise auf verschiedenen Höhenstufen an einem Gerüst angebracht sind. Die Pflanzbehälter sind mit ei nem anorganischen Substrat, welches teilweise mit Aktiv- oder Biokohl e vermischt sein kann, befüllt und mit standwassertoleranten Pflanzen bepflanzt. Das Grau- bzw. Industrieabwasser wird von einem vorgeschalteten Vorratsbehälter in die oberste Pflanzenetage eingeleitet. Das Wasser fließt mäandrierend anband einer leichten Schräglage und durch besondere Überlaufvorrichtungen gesteuert von einer Pflanzenetage in di e Oanmterliegende. Das Wasser im Vorratsbehälter und in den Pflanzbehältem wird durch am Boden angebrachte Luftröhre bzw. -Schläuche belüftet. :-.J"ach der letzten Etage fliesst das gereinigte ...

Purification of gray water and sewage treatment plant for plants built vertically stepwise industrial discharges

Bei dieser Vorrichtung geht es um eine biologische, gebäudeintegrierte Grauwasser und Industrieabwasser aufbereitende Kläranlage im Innenraum, die auf einer Kombination von höheren Pflanzen und Mikroorganismen im Wurzelraum basiert. Sie besteht aus mehreren länglichen Pflanzbehälter die etagenweise auf verschiedenen Höhenstufen an einem Gerüst angebracht sind. Die Pflanzbehälter sind mit einem anorganischen Substrat, welches teilweise mit Aktiv- oder Biokohle vermischt sein kann, befüllt und mit standwassertoleranten Pflanzen bepflanzt. Das Grau- bzw. Industrieabwasser wird von einem vorgeschalteten Vorratsbehälter in die oberste Pflanzenetage eingeleitet. Das Wasser fließt mäandrierend anhand einer leichten Schräglage und durch besondere Überlaufvorrichtungen gesteuert von einer Pflanzenetage in die Darunterliegende. Das Wasser im Vorratsbehälter und in den Pflanzbehältern wird durch am Boden angebrachte Luftröhre bzw. -schläuche belüftet. Nach der letzten Etage fließt das gereinigte Wasser ...

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF BIOMASS USING PHOTO-SYNTHETIC ALGA MIXED CULTIVATIONS

VORRICHTUNG ZUR REINIGUNG VON WASSER AUS SCHWIMMBECKEN ODER TEICHEN

The wastewater cleaning device comprises a biofilter (2) that is flowthroughable by water to be cleaned and has a filter bed (4) arranged in a filter container (3). The filter container forms a transport container open towards top and is lockable with a cover, where the transport container comprises an inlet (5) for water to be cleaned at base side, and an outlet (6) for filtered water in the area of the container top side. The transport container belongs to a distribution spin connected to the inlet for water to be cleaned, with inlet openings for the water to be cleaned. The wastewater cleaning device comprises a biofilter (2) that is flowthroughable by water to be cleaned and has a filter bed (4) arranged in a filter container (3). The filter container forms a transport container open towards top and is lockable with a cover, where the transport container comprises an inlet (5) for water to be cleaned at base side, and an outlet (6) for filtered water in the area of the container top ...

PROCEDURE FOR ZUECHTUNG OF PLANKTON AND ITS APPLICATION.

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE CLEANING OF LOCAL, INDUSTRIE, AGRICULTURE, NOURISHING, AND ANIMAL BREEDING WASTE WATER.

Method and installation for treating community effluents

Purification system for disposal of polluted or waste water using water plants

Aquaponics system

Milking parlour wastewater treatment system and method

MILKING PARLOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD The present invention relates to a milking parlor wastewater treatment system and method. The system includes a regulating tank (2), an anoxic tank (3), an oxic tank (4), a sedimentation tank (8), an aquatic plant landscape tank (9), a drainage water tank (10), an MBR (12) and a reclaimed water tank (13), where the regulating tank is connected to the anoxic tank, the anoxic tank is connected to the oxic tank, the oxic tank is connected to the sedimentation tank, the sedimentation tank is connected to the aquatic plant landscape tank, the aquatic plant landscape tank is connected to the drainage water tank, the drainage water tank is connected to the reclaimed water tank, the MBR is separately arranged, with one end thereof connected to the sedimentation tank and the other end thereof connected to the reclaimed water tank. Inlet wastewater Regulating tank Anoxic tank Sludge reflux Oxic tank Sedimentation tank 0 Sludge discharge Aquatic ...

COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR THE TREATMENT OF INDUSTRIAL AND URBAN SOLID AND SEMI-SOLID WASTE CONTAINING BIODEGRADABLE ORGANIC MATERIAL

The invention relates to a composition which is intended for the treatment of industrial and urban solid and semi-solid (sludge) waste containing biodegradable organic material and which is applied to said waste. The invention is characterised in that the composition comprises a mixture of dehydrated, chemically-untreated particles of red algae (division Rhodophyta) and dehydrated, chemically-untreated particles of brown algae (division Phaeophyta) and to the use thereof in the treatment of said waste.

DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCED BIOMASS GROWTH IN GREENHOUSES

Devices, systems and methods for using photo synthetic biomass to purify water, reduce indoor air pollution, remove greenhouse gases including CO2 from outdoor atmospheric air, and produce biofuel, food products, and fertilizer are provided herein. Also provided herein are systems and methods for enhancing growth of a photo synthetic biomass in a greenhouse.

APPARATUS AND PROCESS FOR BIOLOGICAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT

A self-sustaining wastewater treatment facility enhances greenhouse gas abatement, captures CO2 and produces biomass to address multiple critical environmental needs. The facility includes an array of rotating media wheels that create an optimum ordered mixing of algae for sustained growth. Biomass harvested from the rotating media wheels may be provided to other processing facilities to produce, for instance, bio-fuels. Waste CO2 from the processing facility may also be returned to the treatment system for enhanced algae growth. Bacteria are provided to form a symbiotic relationship with the algae, fueled by sunlight to effectively remove toxic materials from the wastewater. The multi-functional facility may also be integrated into a regenerative facility in which the biomass obtained from the algal and bacterial colonies is used in a separate facility and byproducts of the operation of the separate facility are used by the multi-functional facility to fuel further algal growth.

APPARATUS AND PROCESS FOR BIOLOGICAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT

A self-sustaining wastewater treatment facility abates greenhouse gas abatement, captures CO2 and produces biomass to address multiple critical environmental needs. The facility includes an array of rotating media wheels that create an optimum ordered mixing of algae for sustained growth. Biomass harvested from the rotating media wheels may be provided to other processing facilities to produce, for instance, bio-fuels. Waste CO2 from the processing facility may also be returned to the treatment system for enhanced algae growth. Bacteria are provided to form a symbiotic relationship with the algae, fueled by sunlight to effectively remove toxic materials from the wastewater. The multi-functional facility may also be integrated into a regenerative facility in which the biomass obtained from the algal and bacterial colonies is used in a separate facility and byproducts of the operation of the separate facility are used by the multi-functional facility to fuel further algal growth.

FACILITY FOR TREATING AND RECYCLING ANIMAL WASTE COMPRISING METHANISATION, CULTIVATION OF MICROALGAE AND MACROPHYTES, AND VERMICULTURE

La présente invention concerne une installation de traitement et de valorisation d'effluents d'élevage (2), comportant une unité de méthanisation des effluents (6) comprenant un traitement des biogaz obtenus, une unité de cogénération (8) délivrant de l'électricité et de la chaleur (32) à partir de ces biogaz, et une unité de culture hydroponique de micro-algues (14) dans des photo-bioréacteurs alimentés par la phase liquide (12) des résidus organiques de la méthanisation. Selon l'invention, une telle installation est caractérisée en ce qu'elle comporte une unité de culture de macrophytes (22) alimentée par l'eau (20) ressortant de l'unité de culture des micro-algues, et une unité de lombriculture (24) alimentée par la récolte des macrophytes (22) et par les boues (36) venant du digestat brut de la méthanisation.

NOVEL MICROORGANISMS, MICROBIAL SYMBIONTS, THEIR CULTURE METHODS, AND METHODS FOR TREATING MANGANESE-CONTAINING WATER USING THEM

This invention relates to a novel microorganism capable of oxidizing manganese such as the genus Cedecea bacterium GSJ/MITA24A/ASHO- RO/1, the genus Aeromonas bacterium GSJ/MITA24B/ASHO-RO/2, or the genus Shewanella bacterium GSJ/MITA24C/ASHO-RO/3; to a method for removing manganese from water containing manganese, which comprises contacting the water containing manganese with a microbial symbiont of algae and one or more microorganisms capable of oxidizing manganese to oxidize and precipitate the manganese, thereby removing the manganese from the water; and to a method of recycling the recovered manganese. ...

Устройство для восстановления донных биоценозов

Устройство для восстановления донных биоценозов относится к марикультуре и предназначено для искусственного выращивания мидий, водорослей для повышения пригодности использования водных ресурсов в рекреационных, пищевых, биотехнологических целях, а также для восстановления донных биоценозов в зонах повышенной антропогенной нагрузки.В конструкции, состоящей из донной части и пелагической, якорной системы и буев, в которой пелагическая часть содержит четыре каната, нижние части которых прикреплены к донной части, а верхние - к буям, произведены ряд изменений. Например, донная часть выполнена в виде прямоугольного покрытия, содержащего на поверхности, не контактирующей с дном, укрепленную траловую дель, на которой размещены сетные рукава с мидиями. Кроме того, по всей длине канатов прикреплены проростки водорослей. Кроме того, покрытие выполнено из нетканых полимерных материалов, а канаты прикреплены к короткой стороне покрытия и соединены с буями попарно. И наконец, сетные рукава с мидиями прикреплены параллельно длинной стороне покрытия.Техническим результатом является создание условий, благоприятных для роста и размножения культивируемых организмов; исключение непосредственного контакта культивируемых организмов с загрязненным грунтом; восстановление поврежденных или уничтоженных донных биоценозов, преимущественно, на илистых грунтах, загрязненных углеводородами или иными токсикантами. Кроме того, конструктивные особенности заявляемого устройства позволяют многократно снимать загрязненную за период эксплуатации устройства продукцию для последующей утилизации и устанавливать новые незагрязненные рукава с мидиями и канаты с водорослями. 4 з.п. ф-лы, 2 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 193 968 U1 (51) МПК A01K 61/50 (2017.01) C02F 3/32 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A01K 61/50 (2019.05); C02F 3/32 (2019.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019120569, 28.06.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока ...

Wetland Biofilter Chamber with Peripheral Catch Basin and Method of Use Thereof

A horizontal flow water treatment method and wetland biofilter apparatus provides a chamber with impermeable outer walls spaced away from permeable interior walls of a media filtration bed such that a catch basin is formed between the outer walls and the interior walls. The catch basin creates an open area around the perimeter of the interior walls for influent water to fill within the open area on all sides before penetrating the filtration media, providing a large surface area for influent water to interact with the media filtration bed. The influent water enters the catch basin in a horizontal flow path to provide for pre-settling of particulates before making contact with the filtration media. The biofilter design increases the available surface area of the media filtration bed by up to four times for a given volume of water, and thereby minimizes the loading or infiltration rate on the media filtration bed.

Method for removing carbon dioxide from ocean water and quantifying the carbon dioxide so removed

Disclosed herein are methods and systems for removing carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) from water and quantifying the carbon so removed, thus facilitating valuation of that carbon for schemes (e.g., Kyoto agreement) that attach financial rewards for capture, sequestration or removal of carbon or CO 2 .

Water Treatment Apparatus

A water treatment apparatus comprises a chamber divided by a partition into a treatment section and an outlet section. The treatment section may, for example, contain a filter media including organic material which supports a shrub or tree. Runoff water enters the treatment section over an inlet chamber which forms a bridge over the outlet section. During heavy flow conditions, some of the incoming water overflows inlet bypass weirs to pass directly to the outflow section, bypassing the filter media in the treatment section.

Removal and inhibition of scale and inhibition of corrosion by use of moss

Methods of removing scale and inhibiting scale formation on a surface in an aqueous system are provided that include contacting a surface susceptible to scale formation or having a scale with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove some or all of the scale or inhibit scale formation on the surface. Methods of inhibiting corrosion on a surface in an aqueous system are provided that include contacting a surface susceptible to corrosion with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to inhibit corrosion on the surface.

Advanced Biologic Water Treatment Using Algae

An advanced water treatment method processes a continuous flow of water in a sequence of stages including pre-filtering [ 200 ] to remove solids, conditioning [ 202 ] to adjust pH, blending [ 210 ] with a recycled dense microalgae culture, and passing the resulting mixture through an enclosed, environmentally-controlled photobioreactor [ 212 ] where nutrients, PCB's, trace metals and other pollutants and regulated compounds are taken up by the algae. The flow from the PBR is separated using cross-flow filtration [ 222 ] to produce a treated water flow and a dense microalgae flow that is recycled to the blending stage [ 210 ] upstream. Thus, whereas the algae is recycled, the water entering the system is treated by flowing sequentially through the stages of the system, without any recycling or repetition of treatment stages. A pig-type cleaning system is also provided.

DEVICES FOR WATER TREATMENT

A device for use in water comprising a carrier having an interior cavity and one or more openings allowing ingress to and egress from the interior cavity; and a moss contained within the interior cavity in which the carrier completely encloses the moss. 1. A method of treating water comprising contacting water with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove cations other than hydrogen ions from the water. This application is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/494,657, filed Jun. 12, 2012, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/327,073, filed Dec. 15, 2011, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/048,239, filed Mar. 15, 2011, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/854,397, filed Aug. 11, 2010, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/625,876, filed Nov. 25, 2009, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/392,241, filed Feb. 25, 2009, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,625,486 B2, issued Dec. 1, 2009, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 11/106,049, filed Apr. 14, 2005, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,497,947 B2, issued Mar. 3, 2009, which claims the benefit of provisional application Ser. No. 60/562,196, filed Apr. 14, 2004, the contents of each of which are hereby incorporated herein by reference.This invention relates to devices for water treatment, and in particular relates to devices comprising moss.There are many types of water treatment systems, such as filtration and cleaning systems for swimming pools and aquariums. Many of these systems filter the water to remove suspended matter and reduce the cloudy appearance of the water. Preventing bacterial growth in water and removing contaminants from water are significant industrial, as well as household, problems. For example, industrial effluent should be cleaned to remove toxic compounds as well as to remove bacteria before it is dumped into lakes and rivers. Containers of water such as swimming pools, hot tubs, aquariums and the like must be ...

METHODS OF INHIBITING MICROORGANISM GROWTH USING MOSS

The invention provides a method of inhibiting microorganism growth comprising contacting a substance susceptible to microorganism growth with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to inhibit microorganism growth, wherein the moss is selected from the group consisting of , and mixtures thereof. 1sphagnum papillosum, sphagnum cristatum. A method of treating water comprising contacting water with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove cations other than hydrogen ions from the water , wherein the moss is selected from the group consisting of , and mixtures thereof , and wherein the water is water in a spa , pool , or aquarium.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cations are calcium ions.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cations are iron ions.4sphagnum papillosum.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is5sphagnum cristatum.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is6sphagnum papillosum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises only.7sphagnum cristatum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises only.8sphagnum papillosumsphagnum cristatum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises a mixture of and only.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is compressed.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the moss is in the form of strips.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss has been sterilized.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss has been washed with an acidic solution.13. The method of claim 12 , wherein the moss has been washed with a solution of acetic acid.14. The method of claim 12 , wherein the moss has been washed with an acidic solution and then washed with a salt solution.15. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in a spa.16. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in a pool.17. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in an aquarium. This application is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/558,556, filed Jul. 26, 2012, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/ ...

Advanced Biologic Water Treatment Using Algae

An advanced water treatment method processes a continuous flow of water in a sequence of stages including pre-filtering [] to remove solids, conditioning [] to adjust pH, blending [] with a recycled dense microalgae culture, and passing the resulting mixture through an enclosed, environmentally-controlled photobioreactor [] where nutrients, PCB's, trace metals and other pollutants and regulated compounds are taken up by the algae. The flow from the PBR is separated using cross-flow filtration [] to produce a treated water flow and a dense microalgae flow that is recycled to the blending stage [] upstream. Thus, whereas the algae is recycled, the water entering the system is treated by flowing sequentially through the stages of the system, without any recycling or repetition of treatment stages. 1. A method for advanced water treatment , the method comprising:a) receiving a continuous flow of water;b) pre-filtering the received flow of water to reduce suspended solids;c) conditioning the pre-filtered flow of water to increase bio-availability of nutrient constituents in the pre-filtered flow;d) blending in a blending vessel the conditioned flow with a dense live microalgae flow (RAA) to produce a mixture flow;e) passing the mixture flow once through an enclosed tube photobioreactor (PBR) so that microalgae in the mixture flow reproduce and take up nutrients and trace metals in the mixture flow;f) continuously separating microalgae from the mixture flow exiting the photobioreactor to produce a treated flow (permeate) and the dense live microalgae flow (RAA);g) continuously returning the dense live microalgae flow (RAA) to the blending vessel; andh) measuring a flow velocity of the mixture flow and automatically adjusting the mixture flow to maintain stable mixture levels in the blending vessel and filter equalization tank.2. The method of further comprising{'sub': '2', 'measuring pH levels of the prefiltered flow and automatically adding COto the pretreated flow based ...

Stormwater Filtration Systems

A stormwater filtration system suitable for treatment of stormwater runoff in a developed environment uses a primary treatment bay that includes a filtration bed with live plant matter. A second treatment bay treats water that exceeds the maximum throughput of the primary bay. A reservoir stores treated runoff to water the plants during dry weather. Removable trays on the surface of the primary filtration bed provide plants suitable for ground cover. Additional bays expand the filtration bed throughput and accommodate extended root systems. A flow control may be provided for the primary treatment bay.

Fluid Treatment System

A system for treating an effluent includes a cap assembly and a reactor module. The cap assembly captures the effluent discharge from a source. The reaction module includes a reaction chamber housing a substrate and an illumination device. In operation, the effluent is drawn into the cap assembly and directed downstream, into the reactor module. The effluent flows over the substrate, causing adsorption of bacteria to substrate. Additionally, the illumination device is selectively activated to direct photons toward the effluent for selected periods of time. With this configuration, a biomass formed of algae develops in the reaction chamber (e.g., on the substrate). The biomass is effective to reduce the amount of contaminates within the effluent. 1. A system for treating an effluent from an effluent source , the system comprising a bioreactor assembly including at least one bioreactor module , the bioreactor module comprising:a housing including an inlet to receive effluent discharge by a source; a screen defining an algal growth surface, the algal growth surface being oriented generally vertically within the housing,', 'a plurality of apertures formed into the screen, the apertures permitting passage of fluid through the substrate; and, 'a substrate substantially fixed within the housing, the substrate comprisinga light source operable to direct photons toward the algal growth surface,wherein the effluent is directed onto the substrate such that it travels downstream from an upper portion of the growth surface to a lower portion of the growth surface, the effluent flowing over the growth surface to generate an algal biomass thereon.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the apertures possess a diameter of approximately 1.5 mm or more.3. The system of further including a dispersion device oriented above the growth surface claim 1 , the dispersion device comprising a trough including a wall defining a cavity to receive the effluent and one or more trough channels formed ...

METHOD FOR FIXING CARBON DIOXIDE AND COMPOSITION THEREFOR

Provided is a method for biologically fixing carbon dioxide dissolved in contaminated water using a microorganism derived from rhodolith. The method includes enrichment-incubating a microorganism derived from rhodolith, and treating and reacting the enrichment-incubated microorganism in contaminated water to fix carbon dioxide dissolved in contaminated water as a carbonate mineral. The method for biologically fixing carbon dioxide has a simple fixing process and is environmentally friendly, compared with chemical carbon dioxide fixing technology. In addition, this method enables fast fixation of carbon dioxide even at room temperature, and thus can be easily applied in the industrial field, and is also useful in an aspect of resource recycling since the carbon dioxide is eventually fixed in the form of calcium carbonate. 1. A method for fixing carbon dioxide dissolved in contaminated water , comprising:enrichment-incubating a microorganism derived from rhodolith; andtreating the enrichment-cultured microorganism in contaminated water, and reacting the enrichment-cultured microorganism under an aerobic condition;wherein the carbon dioxide dissolved in the contaminated water is fixed as a carbonate mineral.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the enrichment-incubating of the microorganism comprises:collecting rhodolith; andputting the collected rhodolith into one medium selected from the group consisting of a D-1 medium, an MH medium and a saline medium, each of which contains calcium salt or magnesium salt, and incubating the rhodolith under an aerobic condition.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the enrichment-cultured microorganism is treated in a concentration of 0.5 w/v % to 1.5 w/v % of a total volume of the contaminated water.4. The method according to claim 1 , further treating the contaminated water with calcium salt or magnesium salt.5. The method according to claim 1 , further treating the contaminated water with at least one selected from ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR UPFLOW ALGAE SCRUBBER, MACROALGAL PHOTOBIOREACTOR AND SEAWEED CULTIVATOR

An apparatus for water filtration, that includes a macroalgal attachment means defining a first macroalgal attachment surface and a bubbling means including, a housing defining a gas inlet and a set of gas bubble ports, and a coupling means. The coupling means secures the macroalgal attachment means to the bubbling means and aligns the first macroalgal attachment surface with the set of gas bubble ports such that a first portion of the gas bubbles to be produced by the gas bubble ports are directed to travel along the first macroalgal attachment surface in contact with the first macroalgal attachment surface. 122-. (canceled)23. An apparatus for water filtration , comprising:a macroalgal attachment component defining a first macroalgal attachment surface; and a housing defining a gas inlet and a set of gas bubble ports, and', 'a coupling mechanism, the coupling mechanism to secure the macroalgal attachment component to the bubbling component and to align the first macroalgal attachment surface with the set of gas bubble ports such that a first portion of the gas bubbles to be produced by the gas bubble ports is directed to travel upward along the first macroalgal attachment surface in contact with the first macroalgal attachment surface such that macroalgal growth attached to the first macroalgal attachment surface passes through an interior dry portion of the upflowing gas bubbles., 'a bubbling component including,'}2422. The apparatus of claim , wherein the macroalgal attachment component further defines a second macroalgal attachment surface , such that a second portion of the gas bubbles to be produced by the set of gas bubble ports is directed to travel upward along the second macroalgal attachment surface in contact with the second macroalgal attachment surface such that macroalgal growth attached to the second macroalgal attachment surface passes through an interior dry portion of the upflowing gas bubbles.2522. The apparatus of claim , wherein the first ...

Water treatment system

A treatment system for removing a plurality of pollutants from wastewater includes a removal device for removing a plurality of gross solids from the wastewater, an aeration device for reducing a biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and a chemical oxygen demand (COD) of the wastewater and a bioreactor containing a bacterial biofilm, said bioreactor including a plurality of cells configured for operation on a predetermined drain fill cycle.

Treatment agent for salt-containing organic waste liquid, salt concentration-reducing agent, treatment method for salt-containing organic waste liquid, and entrapment immobilization carrier

A treatment agent for salt-containing organic waste liquid, the treatment agent including: Scuticociliatida, wherein the treatment agent treats salt-containing organic waste liquid; and a treatment method for salt-containing organic waste liquid, the treatment method including: bringing Scuticociliatida and salt-containing organic waste liquid into contact with each other to treat the salt-containing organic waste liquid.

DEVICES FOR WATER TREATMENT

A device for use in water comprising a carrier having an interior cavity and one or more openings allowing ingress to and egress from the interior cavity; and a moss contained within the interior cavity in which the carrier completely encloses the moss. 1. A method of treating water comprising contacting water with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove cations other than hydrogen ions from the water. This application is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/719,458, filed Dec. 19, 2012, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/494,657, filed Jun. 12, 2012, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/327,073, filed Dec. 15, 2011, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/048,239, filed Mar. 15, 2011, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/854,397, filed Aug. 11, 2010, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/625,876, filed Nov. 25, 2009, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/392,241, filed Feb. 25, 2009, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,625,486 B2, issued Dec. 1, 2009, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 11/106,049, filed Apr. 14, 2005, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,497,947 B2, issued Mar. 3, 2009, which claims the benefit of provisional application Ser. No. 60/562,196, filed Apr. 14, 2004, the contents of each of which are hereby incorporated herein by reference.This invention relates to devices for water treatment, and in particular relates to devices comprising sphagnum moss.There are many types of water treatment systems, such as filtration and cleaning systems for swimming pools and aquariums. Many of these systems filter the water to remove suspended matter and reduce the cloudy appearance of the water. Preventing bacterial growth in water and removing contaminants from water are significant industrial, as well as household, problems. For example, industrial effluent should be cleaned to remove toxic compounds as well as to remove bacteria before it is dumped into lakes ...

Methods for Treatment of Waste Activated Sludge

A process for treating wastewater with powdered lignocellulosic particles in low dissolved oxygen conditions to simultaneously achieve nitrification and denitrification. 1. A method for treating wastewater , comprising:receiving wastewater into a waste digester;monitoring the influent flow, ammonia and sludge retention time;mixing kenaf with the influent according to the calculation: flow×ammonia (ppm)×32 ×8.34/SRT;maintaining the dissolved oxygen of the mixture between about 0.2 and 3.5 ppm in a first phase; andmonitoring the VSS, MLSS and DOUR and lowering the DO to between about 0.2 and about 0.8 ppm in a second phase when the VSS and MLS increase by between about 10 and about 15% and the DOUR increases to greater than about 90%;thereby treating the wastewater at a lower carbon demand for nitrification.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dissolved oxygen is maintained between about 0.5 ppm and about 1.5 ppm in the first phase.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dissolved oxygen is maintained at about 1.5 ppm in the first phase.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dissolved oxygen is maintained at about 0.5 ppm in the second phase.5. The method of claim 1 , further including the step of monitoring the nitrogen levels and raising the DO when nitrogen levels reach an acceptable level.6. A method for reducing nitrogen in aqueous solutions claim 1 , comprising:monitoring and calculating properties of the solution, including the flow rate of the solution entering a vessel, the ammonia concentration of the solution, the dissolved oxygen concentration of the solution, and the sludge retention time (SRT);mixing lignocellulosic materials with the solution to create a mixed solution according to the lignocellulosic weight formula: (the solution flow rate)×(the ammonia concentration)×32×8.34/SRT;measuring a first volatile suspended solid concentration of the mixed solution and a first mixed liquor suspended solid concentration of the mixed solution;maintaining the ...

METHODS OF INHIBITING MICROORGANISM GROWTH USING MOSS

The invention provides a method of inhibiting microorganism growth comprising contacting a substance susceptible to microorganism growth with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to inhibit microorganism growth, wherein the moss is selected from the group consisting of , and mixtures thereof. 1sphagnum papillosum, sphagnum cristatum. A method of treating water comprising contacting water with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove cations other than hydrogen ions from the water , wherein the moss is selected from the group consisting of , and mixtures thereof , and wherein the water is water in a spa , pool , or aquarium.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cations are calcium ions.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cations are iron ions.4sphagnum papillosum.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is5sphagnum cristatum.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is6sphagnum papillosum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises only.7sphagnum cristatum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises only.8sphagnum papillosumsphagnum cristatum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises a mixture of and only.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is compressed.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the moss is in the form of strips.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss has been sterilized.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss has been washed with an acidic solution.13. The method of claim 12 , wherein the moss has been washed with a solution of acetic acid.14. The method of claim 12 , wherein the moss has been washed with an acidic solution and then washed with a salt solution.15. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in a spa.16. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in a pool.17. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in an aquarium. This application is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/741,800, filed Jan. 15, 2013, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/ ...

Ecological Biotope Water Purification System Utilizing a Multi-Cell and Multi-Lane Structure of a Constructed Wetland and Sedimentation Pond

The present invention provides an ecological biotope water purification system utilizing multi-cells and multi-lanes by considering the width, length, curvature and slope of proposed composition site wetland and pond. The system comprising: a sedimentation pond (′) for temporarily storing wastewater incoming from an Inlet (′); a marsh (′) incoming the primarily treated water, being precipitated solid contaminants, and discharged from the sedimentation pond (′), and at least one Multi-level cell composed an open water-surface pond (′) entering the primarily treated water from the marsh; a settling reservoir (′) outflow finally purified water by multi-level cell inflow for temporarily storing through outlet (′), the multi-level cell consists at least of two multi-lanes (″), each lane is separated by small dikes (′). The present invention has advantage to compose the suitable wetland and pond on the proposed land by considering the geographic situation of site width, length, curvature and slope. Thus, it is possible to maximize the flexible design. 1. An ecological biotope water purifying system utilizing structures of multi-cells and multi-lanes of marsh , pond and settler , the system comprising that:{'b': 200', '200', '100', '100, 'a sedimentation pond (, ′) for temporarily storing wastewater inflowing from an Inlet (,′);'}{'b': 300', '300', '200', '200', '400', '400, 'a marsh (, ′) inflowing a primarily treated water, which is precipitated solid contaminants, and discharged from said sedimentation pond (, ′), and at least one Multi-level cell composed an open water-surface pond (, ′), which is entering the primarily treated water from the marsh,'}{'b': 600', '600', '700', '700, 'a settling reservoir (, ′) outflow finally purified water by said multi-level cell inflow for temporarily storing through outlet (, ′), and'}{'b': 40', '40', '40', '900', '900, 'said multi-level cell is consisted at least two of multi-lanes (, ′, ″), each lane has separated by small dikes ...

AQUARIUM FILTRATION SYSTEM

A filtration system and filtration unit are disclosed herein. The filtration system can include an aquarium and the filtration unit. The filtration unit can attach to the aquarium. The filtration unit can include a pump that circulates water through the filtration unit and a plurality of chambers. The plurality of chambers of the filtration unit can include a sterilization chamber, a pre-filtration chamber, and a root chamber. The sterilization chamber can include a sterilization feature that sterilizes the water circulating through the filtration unit, the pre-filtration chamber can remove large objects from the water, and the root chamber can contain a root network of a plant. 1. A filtration system comprising:an aquarium, wherein the aquarium comprises a bottom and a plurality of sides that define a volume configured to hold water; and a root chamber partially filled with aggregate and configured to hold the root system of the plant, wherein the root chamber has a spout proximate to the top of the body and an inlet proximate to the bottom of the body;', 'a pre-filtration chamber containing a pre-filtration member, wherein the pre-filtration chamber is fluidly connected to the root chamber via the inlet; and', 'a pump fluidly connected to an aperture in the body and configured to pump water into the body and to circulate water through pre-filtration chamber, the inlet of the root chamber, and to the spout of the root chamber., 'a filtration unit attached to the aquarium, the filtration unit comprising a body defining a plurality of chambers and having a top and a bottom, the filtration unit comprising2. The filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the filtration unit further comprises a sterilization chamber.3. The filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the pump is configured to circulate water through the sterilization chamber before circulating the water through the inlet of the root chamber.4. The filtration system of claim 3 , wherein the sterilization chamber ...

Ecological Remediation Method for Controlling Sulphur Pollution inBlack and Odorous Sludge of Rivers

The Invention discloses an ecological remediation method for controlling sulphur pollution in black and odorous sludge of rivers. Firstly, the sludge from pollution layer of the rivers will be dredged and stacked on the banksides with slope protection built along the outer edge of the sludge storage site; then innocent pretreatment will be conducted for the sludge. Specific steps comprise solarization and ploughing, and mixed ameliorant of certain proportion will be added for modification between first solarization and intermittent ploughing. Then, large emergent aquatic plants will be planted on the stacked sludge after pretreatment. The technical method provided by the Invention may control the release of acid-volatile sulfide in the contaminated sludge on one hand and reduce concentration of volatile organic sulfide in the waters on the other hand. With simple technical process and strong operable technology, the Invention meets the current requirements for controlling sulphur pollution in black and odorous sludge of rivers in China and facilitates realizing the goal of long-term control of sulphur pollution in the deposit of the waters. 1. An ecological remediation method for controlling sulphur pollution in black and odorous sludge of rivers , wherein , said method comprises the following steps:Step 1: Determining the optimal dredging depth of the black and odorous sludge in the middle of the riverbed; dredging the contaminated sludge and stacking it on both banksides of the river; building a gentle slope with slope protection and slope toe reinforcement along the riparian zone;Step 2: Pre-treatment of contaminated sludge on gentle slope of the banksides: stacking the sludge on the banksides for solarization and ploughing the surface layer of the sludge during this period; spraying a compound ameliorant into the sludge during ploughing; said compound ameliorant is a mixer of slaked lime and iron-ore slag;Step 3: Planting large aquatic vascular plant communities ...

Soil-Based Flow-Through Rhizosphere System For Treatment Of Contaminated Water And Soil

A process for constructing a soil-based rhizosphere flow-through system to break down contaminants in contaminated water. The process includes the steps of: providing plants planted in soil in a test bioreactor, the plants providing a rhizosphere; exposing the rhizosphere to the contaminated water; extracting microorganisms from the rhizosphere following their exposure to the contaminated water; preparing a microbial suspension from the extract; subjecting the microbial suspension to growth conditions to increase the concentration of the microorganisms, thereby preparing a soil conditioner; adding the soil conditioner to soil in a contained area having a water flow inlet and outlet; and planting a plurality of plants in the soil, the plants being of the same species as the plants of the test bioreactor. 1. A process for preparing a soil conditioner to increase the rate of decontamination of contaminated water or contaminated soil , the process comprising:a) providing a rhizosphere;b) exposing the rhizosphere to the contaminated water;c) extracting microorganisms from the rhizosphere after step b);d) preparing a microbial suspension from the extract; ande) subjecting the microbial suspension to growth conditions to increase the concentration of the microorganisms, thereby preparing the soil conditioner.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein step b) comprises generating a flow of the contaminated water across the rhizosphere claim 1 , the flow entering at an inlet and exiting at an outlet.3. The process of claim 2 , wherein the flow of the contaminated water is conducted for a period of about 4 to about 8 weeks.4. The process of claim 2 , further comprising testing of outflow from the outlet to identify one or more metabolic products of one or more contaminants present in the contaminated water.5. The process of claim 1 , further comprising measuring the amount of microorganisms present in the extract in the microbial suspension.6. The process of claim 1 , further ...

Aquarium System

An aquarium filtering and purifying system includes an upper display tank and a lower filter tank. The water from the upper tank can be delivered to the lower tank to a filter, such as within a surrounding filter fabric or membrane, such as a filter sock. An air tube can also be inserted into the filter tank to an unfiltered side of the filter, such as within the filter sock, to deliver air bubbles into the filter tank. The air tube can have an air stone at the end thereof to diffuse the air bubbles. Further air stones can be provided on an outside of the sock in the first compartment. Filtered water is delivered to a second compartment in the filter tank. The next compartment can have sand, and/or rocks and/or algae and/or a clean-up crew to assist in purifying the water. Water from the second compartment then passes to a third compartment, through a bubble trap, and then is pumped back to the display tank. Alternatively, the first compartment can be provided with a macro algae bed instead of a filter sock. 1. An aquarium system comprising a display tank and a filter tank , the display tank elevated above the filter tank , a filter tube having an inlet end open to the display tank and an outlet end open into the filter tank , the outlet end delivering water from the display tank into a first compartment of the filter tank;the first compartments is defined by a first baffle which allows water from the first compartment to spill over the first baffle into a second compartment;a source of pressurized air communicating through an air tube wherein the air tube has an outlet end submerged within the first compartment, wherein air bubbles are provided into the first compartment;the second compartment defined by the first baffle and a second baffle, wherein the second baffle has a top elevation equal to or below a top elevation of the first baffle, wherein water is delivered from the second compartment to a third compartment spill over the second battle;wherein water moves ...

NOVEL SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONVERTING GASEOUS BYPRODUCTS OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT INTO ENERGY

A method for removing methane from biogas is described. The method includes: (i) receiving biogas including methane and other components into a first tank; (ii) receiving water into the first tank; (iii) contacting the biogas with the water inside the first tank; (iv) dispensing methane gas from an outlet of the first tank; and (v) producing from the tank an effluent stream that includes other components of the biogas. 1. A method of wastewater treatment , comprising:removing solids from wastewater to produce solids-depleted water;processing organic material in said solids-depleted wastewater to produce treated water;discharging a first portion of treated water and a second portion of treated water; andusing said first portion of treated water to processes byproduct gases resulting from wastewater treatment.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising removing nutrients from wastewater.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said using is carried out after said removing nutrients.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:conducting anaerobic digestion in an anaerobic digestion tank to produce said byproduct gases including methane and at least one gas; andcontacting in a first tank a first amount of said first option of treated water with said byproduct gases to produce methane exhaust and treated water having dissolved therein said at least one gas.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising conveying methane to an electrical generator and producing electricity and gases including at least one of C02 gas claim 4 , SOx gas claim 4 , and NOx gas.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising contacting in a second tank a second amount of said first portion of treated water with said gases to produce treated water having dissolved therein at least one of C02 gas claim 5 , SOx gas claim 5 , and NOx gas and a residual gas including at least one of residual C02 gas claim 5 , SOx gas claim 5 , and residual NOx gas.7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising:sending ...

METHOD FOR CHANGING FILLER POLLUTANT ACCUMULATION OF CONSTRUCTED WETLAND

A method for changing filler pollutant accumulation of a constructed wetland belongs to the field of environmental protection engineering. A coupling device of a microbial fuel cell and a constructed wetland is constructed by using active carbon as a constructed wetland filler, and pond sewage enters into the constructed wetland from the top of the device in an intermittent mode. A titanium mesh is taken as an electron collector for packaging a cathode of the active carbon filler by using the characteristic that electrons are collected by the titanium mesh in a concentrated mode, after stable operation for a period of time, active carbon close to a water surface and active carbon close to the bottom of the titanium mesh are taken out for carrying out specific surface area and biomass measurement, and the accumulation distribution condition of filler pollutants inside the constructed wetland is analyzed. 112552347. A method for changing filler pollutant accumulation of a constructed wetland , wherein a coupling system of a microbial fuel cell and a constructed wetland is firstly constructed , and the coupling system comprises an anode , an electron collection filler cathode , a constructed wetland emergent aquatic plant and an external circuit; the anode is a graphite plate () , and is buried in zeolite (); the electron collection filler cathode is a titanium mesh () , and the titanium mesh () is square with an opening at the top thereof and is positioned above the zeolite () for packaging a filler layer; the filler layer is filled with columnar active carbon () particles; a titanium mesh tube () filled with active carbon particles is placed at the middle position of the filler layer and is used for sampling and measuring pollution , and the constructed wetland emergent aquatic plant is planted on the filler layer; the external circuit is connected with a titanium wire , the anode and the cathode are connected , and a closed loop is formed by a loaded resistor () , ...

PROCESS FOR REMOVAL AND RECOVERY OF COPPER-CYANIDE COMPLEX USING MICROALGAE

A process of removal and recovery of metal-cyanide complex from effluents is disclosed. The process includes isolating a species of via enrichment culture technique in alkaline medium. The process further includes releasing the species of , after being isolated, in the effluents at predetermined conditions including a predefined pH and a predefined temperature. The species of released in the effluents at the predetermined conditions: degrades cyanide moiety of a metal-cyanide present in the effluents and releases the metal ions; utilizes the carbon and nitrogen from the cyanide or metal cyanide complex present in the effluents; accumulates a first fraction of metal ions from the solution; and bio-sorbs the second fraction of the metal ions onto the cells of the microalgae thereby resulting in the removal of both the cyanide and the metal from the effluents. The metal-cyanide complexes comprise at least one of a copper-cyanide and a zinc-cyanide. 1Scenedesmus. A process of removal and recovery of metal-cyanide complex from effluents , comprising: isolating a species of microalgae via an enrichment culture technique; and{'i': Scenedesmus', 'Scenedesmus, 'claim-text': degrades cyanide moiety of a metal-cyanide present in the effluents and releases the metal ions,', 'utilizes the carbon and nitrogen from the cyanide or a metal cyanide complex present in the effluents,', 'accumulates a first fraction of metal ions from the solution, and', 'bio-sorbs a second fraction of the metal ions onto the cells of the microalgae thereby resulting in the removal of both the cyanide and the metal from the effluents., 'releasing the species of , after being isolated, in the effluents at predetermined conditions including a predefined pH and a predefined temperature, wherein the species of released in the effluents at the predetermined conditions'}2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the metal-cyanide complexes comprise at least one of a copper-cyanide and a zinc-cyanide. ...

PORTABLE AGRARIAN BIOSYSTEM

A portable agrarian biosystem is a self-contained plant and fish growth facility encased in a shipping container so that it can be readily transported and set up. The system is designed for self-sufficient operation without connection to external sources of water or electricity. The modified aquaponic growth system is computer controlled for unattended operation with significantly lower consumption of water than other plant growth systems. 1. A portable , self-contained , self-sustaining , self-powered , self-watered growing system comprising:a modified intermodal shipping container;a computer control system;a microgrid electric power system;a photovoltaic racking system including photovoltaic solar cells disposed on the intermodal shipping container; and a recirculating water system;', 'a plant feed control system;', 'a multi-mode lighting system; and', 'an environmental control system., 'a hybrid aquaponic hydroponic system with aquaponic, hydroponic and combination aquaponic-hydroponic operating modes disposed within the intermodal shipping container comprising2. The growing system according to further comprising a security system.3. The growing system according to further comprising a communications system including an antenna.4. The growing system according to claim 1 , wherein said hybrid aquaponic hydroponic system further comprises an array of environmental sensors.5. The growing system according to claim 4 , wherein the array of environmental sensors comprises at least one of rainfall rate and accumulation sensors claim 4 , solar irradiation sensors claim 4 , wind speed sensors claim 4 , water level sensors claim 4 , temperature and humidity sensors claim 4 , pH sensors and electrical conductivity sensors claim 4 , dissolved oxygen sensors claim 4 , carbon dioxide sensors claim 4 , oxygen sensors claim 4 , nitrogen claim 4 , potassium and phosphorus sensors claim 4 , ammonia/ammonium sensors and photosynthetically active light sensors.6. The growing system ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATING DILUTE WASTEWATER

In one embodiment, a dilute wastewater treatment system includes a separation subsystem configured to receive dilute wastewater and separate it into a product stream containing a low concentration of organic material and a reject stream containing a high concentration of organic material, and a conversion subsystem configured to receive the reject stream from the separation subsystem and anaerobically treat the reject stream to break down the organic material and separate it from water within the reject stream. 1. A dilute wastewater treatment system comprising:a separation subsystem configured to receive dilute wastewater and separate the wastewater into a product stream containing a low concentration of organic material and a reject stream containing a high concentration of organic material; anda conversion subsystem configured to receive the reject stream from the separation subsystem and anaerobically treat the reject stream to break down the organic material and separate it from water within the reject stream.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the separation subsystem comprises one or more filtration units configured to filter the wastewater.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the separation subsystem comprises multiple filtration units arranged in series.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the filtration unit comprises a microfiltration membrane capable of rejecting molecules claim 2 , colloids or particles 0.05 μm and larger.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the filtration unit comprises an ultrafiltration membrane capable of rejecting molecules claim 2 , colloids or particles 0.003 μm and larger.6. The system of claim 2 , wherein the separation subsystem further comprises a settling tank configured to directly receive the dilute wastewater.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the filtration unit is located within the settling tank.8. The system of claim 6 , wherein the settling tank is configured as a hydrocyclone.9. The system of claim 6 , wherein the ...

SYSTEM FOR TREATING RAINWATER RUNOFF FROM UNDERLYING SURFACE

A system for treating rainwater runoff from an underlying surface, including: a rainwater collecting facility, a primary runoff treatment facility, a first biological filtration facility, a second biological filtration facility, a third biological filtration facility, and a drainage canal. A pavement open channel is connected to the water inlet of the primary runoff treatment facility. The water outlet of the primary runoff treatment facility is connected to the water inlet of the first biological filtration facility. A square pipeline is connected to the water inlet of the second biological filtration facility. The water outlet of the first biological filtration facility, the water outlet of the second biological filtration facility, and a roof drainage pipeline are connected to the water inlet of the third biological filtration facility. The third biological filtration facility is connected to the drainage canal.

SYSTEM FOR TREATING AND RECYCLING RAINWATER

A system for treating and recycling rainwater, including at least three stages constructed wetlands disposed along a sloped surface. Each stage constructed wetland includes a coarse gravel layer, a fine gravel layer, an improved soil layer, and wetland plants from bottom to top. Slopes are disposed at two sides of the upper part of each constructed wetland and are different in heights. An intermediate overflow pipe is disposed at the top of the slope between every two adjacent constructed wetlands. A last overflow pipe communicates with a municipal rainwater pipe. The coarse gravel layers of every two adjacent constructed wetlands are connected by connecting pipes. A perforated water collecting pipe is disposed at front ends of the connecting pipes. A water outlet pipe is disposed in the bottom of the coarse gravel layer of a last stage constructed wetland and is connected to a clean water reservoir.

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING GROWTH OF BLUE ALGAE IN WATER AREA BY UTILIZING EUCALYPTUS

A method for controlling the growth of blue algae in a basin relates to the field of the restoration and protection of the natural ecology on the earth's surface. An ecological water treatment system was constructed for the basin with microorganisms, plants, animals, fillers and the like as main elements by building a novel ecological slope protection at the land-lake ecozone along the banks of the basin and planting eucalyptus in the basin water and/or on the bank of the basin, thereby effectively realizing the efficient nitrogen and phosphorus removal from the basin, controlling the spread of blue algae and improving the environmental water quality. 1. A method for controlling the growth of blue algae in a basin , comprising planting trees in the basin water and/or on the banks of the basin.2. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that:the tree is eucalyptus, and preferably through the roots of trees, the pollutants are absorbed or fixed to be removed, thereby inhibiting the growth of blue algae.3. The method according to claim 2 , characterized in that:the method further comprises: collecting eucalyptus leaves; delivering the eucalyptus leaves or eucalyptus leaf extract into the basin water, wherein the eucalyptus leaf extract is a product after water extraction.4. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that:{'b': 100', '100', '110', '120', '110', '125', '120', '100', '125, 'the method further comprises: building an ecological slope protection () in a land-lake ecozone along the bank of the basin, wherein the body of the ecological slope protection () extends into the water of the basin, and has a flexible mattress () laid on the surface thereof; an ecological filter pool () is provided below the flexible mattress (), and it is isolated from the basin water by sealing the pool body and is contained with a filler layer and a support layer () supporting the filler layer; the basin water is introduced into the ecological filter pool (), and ...

HANG ON GLASS UPFLOW ALGAE SCRUBBER EMBODIMENTS

An apparatus for aquarium water filtration comprising a macroalgal growth means defining a first macroalgal attachment material and a first bubbling means; and a containment means including a housing defining a first water inlet and a gas outlet; a docking means defining a first docking surface configured to complement a shape of an aquarium wall; the first docking surface defining a first illumination port to enable illumination to pass through the illumination port to illuminate the macroalgal attachment material; and a first coupling means to secure the macroalgal growth means to the containment means such that a first portion of gas bubbles emitted by the macroalgal growth means is confined to the housing. 1. An apparatus for aquarium water filtration , comprising:{'b': '1302', 'a macroalgal growth mechanism defining a first macroalgal attachment surface () and a first bubbling mechanism; and'} a housing defining a first water inlet and a gas outlet.', 'a docking mechanism defining a first docking surface, the first docking surface configured to complement a shape of an aquarium wall, the first docking surface defining a first illumination port, the first illumination port to enable illumination to pass through the illumination port to illuminate the macroalgal attachment surface,, 'a containment mechanism including,'} 'a first coupling mechanism, the first coupling mechanism to secure the macroalgal growth mechanism to the containment mechanism such that a first portion of gas bubbles emitted by the macroalgal growth mechanism is substantially confined to the housing.', 'and'}3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the attenuation mechanism is coupled to the sides of the containment mechanism so as to prevent gas bubbles from routing sideways around the macroalgal attachment material.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the water inlet and water outlet are combined.5. (canceled)6100. The apparatus () of claim 1 , further comprising:an adjustable water inlet or ...

CULTURE SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USING SAME

Culture systems and methods of using same. The systems include a housing defining an inner space. The inner space includes a headspace and at least a portion of a reservoir. A surface for immobilizing cells is moveable between the headspace and the reservoir. The systems can be used for coculturing methanotrophs and phototrophs for processing biogas and wastewater, particularly from anaerobic digesters. 1. A system comprising:a housing comprising a top and sides and defining an inner space extending between the sides and to the top;a headspace in an upper portion of the inner space;a reservoir comprising at least a first reservoir portion, wherein the first reservoir portion is in a lower portion of the inner space, the headspace and the reservoir are defined with respect to each other within the inner space by a horizontal plane spanning the inner space, and the headspace and the reservoir do not overlap within the inner space; anda surface comprising a surface portion capable of being cycled between the headspace and the reservoir.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the housing separates the headspace from a surrounding space claim 1 , wherein the housing is capable of maintaining a gaseous composition of the headspace that is different from a gaseous composition of the surrounding space.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the housing forms an enclosure enclosing the inner space claim 1 , wherein the reservoir is entirely encompassed within the inner space.4. The system of wherein the reservoir further includes a second reservoir portion contiguous with the first reservoir portion claim 1 , the second reservoir portion does not overlap with the first reservoir portion and does not overlap with the inner space claim 1 , the housing separates the headspace from a surrounding space claim 1 , and the second reservoir portion is contiguous with the surrounding space.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the headspace is filled with a gas claim 1 , the gas comprises at least ...

BIOLOGICAL FILTRATION SYSTEM FOR REMOVAL OF NITROGEN COMPOUNDS IN AQUATIC ANIMAL BREEDING ENVIRONMENTS, AND ITS IMPLEMENTING DEVICE

Described is a biological filtration system for removal of nitrogen compounds in an aquatic animal breeding environment such as aquariums and tanks that utilizes a biological filter and an algae filtration stage for removal of nitrate produced by the biological filter. Described is an implementing device and associated methods of making and using the system and device. 1. A biological filtration system for removal of nitrogen compounds in aquatic animal environments , the biological filtration system comprising:a first portion configured to be disposed on an exterior of an aquatic environment; and 'at least some media having surfaces for fixation of nitrifying bacteria, the media and nitrifying bacteria forming a biological filter, wherein the surfaces of the at least some media provide for the fixation and development of an algae colony.', 'a second portion configured to be disposed in an interior of an aquatic environment, the second portion comprising2. The biological filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the first portion comprises:a first external wall structure having a first side wall, first upper wall, and first lower wall; anda light system disposed in an interior of the first external wall structure of the first portion.3. The biological filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the first side wall of the first external wall of the first external wall structure comprise a half of a cylindrical tube.4. The biological filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the light system of the first portion is configured to stimulate a growth of the algae colony in the second portion of the biological filtration system.5. The biological filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the light system produces light having a color temperature within a range of 6500 Kelvin to 8000 Kelvin.6. The biological filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the second portion comprises:a second external wall structure having a second side wall, second upper wall, and second lower wall; anda ...

ALGAE SCRUBBER WITH DIRECTED WATER FLOW

A water filtering system is provided for growing algae that filters the water. The system may include a container having a cylindrical inner surface and an opening at one end of the container. A clear central core including a cavity may be disposed inside the container and a light source may be disposed inside the cavity of the clear central core. A screen mesh may be disposed inside the container such that a surface of the screen mesh is parallel to the cylindrical inner surface of the container. The system may include an inlet configured to route water into the container and an outlet configured to route water from the container. A lid may cover the opening of the container. 1. A system for growing algae , the system comprising:a container;a light source directing light at a surface inside the container; anda pressurized mechanism to push a portion of the water inside the container to create an entrainment effect to create a generally circular or spiral flow of water inside the container and over the surface,wherein the surface is meant for algae to grow on.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the surface is a removable screen or mesh.3. The system of further comprising an inlet for providing water into the container and an outlet for removing the water from the container.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pressurized mechanism is a pump provided inside the cylindrical container.5. The system of further comprising a lid covering the container claim 1 , the lid including an outlet to which a ball valve assembly is configured to couple claim 1 , the ball valve assembly including: an elongated housing including one open end configured to connect to the outlet provided in the lid claim 1 , one or more valve balls directly coupled to one another and disposed inside of the elongated housing such that they are movable inside of the elongated housing without sealing the open end of the elongated hosing coupled to the outlet claim 1 , and a cover enclosing the other open ...

BIOLOGICAL FILLER COMPRISING 1,5-DIHYDROXYANTHRAQUINONE AND THIOBACILLUS DENITRIFICANS POPULATION AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME FOR NITROGEN REMOVAL FROM WASTEWATER

A biological filler includes an embedding agent and an embedded complex. The embedded complex includes a scallop shell powder, 1,5-dihydroxyanthraquinone, and The embedding agent includes a poly(vinyl alcohol)-sodium alginate blend membrane and a crosslinked composite membrane. The embedded complex is embedded by the embedded agent. 1Thiobacillus denitrificans. A biological filler , comprising an embedding agent and an embedded complex; wherein the embedded complex comprises a scallop shell powder , 1 ,5-dihydroxyanthraquinone , and ; the embedding agent comprises a poly(vinyl alcohol)-sodium alginate blend membrane and a crosslinked composite membrane; and the embedded complex is embedded by the embedded agent.2. A method for preparing a biological filler , the method comprising:{'i': 'Thiobacillus denitrificans', '1) preparing population and a scallop shell powder; and mixing poly(vinyl alcohol), sodium alginate and water and cooling to yield a precursor of an embedding agent;'}{'i': 'Thiobacillus denitrificans', '2) uniformly mixing the scallop shell powder, 1,5-dihydroxyanthraquinone, and the population, to yield an embedded complex;'}3) uniformly mixing the precursor of an embedding agent and the embedded complex; adding dropwise a mixture comprising the precursor and the embedded complex to a crosslinker solution, thereby yielding immobilized microspheres; and{'i': 'Thiobacillus denitrificans', '4) freezing the immobilized microspheres, thawing and air drying, thereby yielding a biological filler comprising 1,5-dihydroxyanthraquinone and population.'}3Thiobacillus denitrificansThiobacillus denitrificansThiobacillus denitrificans. The method of claim 2 , wherein in 1) claim 2 , the population is prepared as follows: preparing a liquid medium comprising 0.02-0.025 mol/L of sodium thiosulfate claim 2 , 0.018-0.022 mol/L of potassium nitrate claim 2 , 0.01-0.15 mol/L of sodium bicarbonate claim 2 , 0.007-0.008 mol/L of potassium dihydrogen phosphate claim 2 , and ...

Process Condensate Water Treatment

Methods of and systems for removing organic substance from condensate generated from an industrial evaporation process are provided. The condensate comprises water and the organic substance. The methods and systems provide solutions related to enthalpy recovery of industrial evaporation processes such as, for example, sugar cane juice evaporation processes, dairy evaporation processes, coffee processing evaporation processes, fruit juice evaporation processes, soup evaporation processes, and chemical industry evaporation processes. 1. A method of removing organic substance from condensate generated from an industrial evaporation process , the condensate comprising water and the organic substance , the method comprising:combining the condensate with micronutrient and microbiological material to form treated condensate comprising water, the organic substance, the micronutrient, and the microbiological material;reacting the organic substance and the micronutrient with the microbiological material in the treated condensate at a pH of from about 6 to about 9 to form a bioreactor product comprising byproduct and water; andpurifying the water from the byproduct in the bioreactor product to form purified water.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the industrial evaporation process is a food-related evaporation process.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the industrial evaporation process is at least one of a sugar cane juice evaporation process claim 1 , a dairy evaporation process claim 1 , a coffee processing evaporation process claim 1 , a fruit juice evaporation process claim 1 , a soup evaporation process claim 1 , and a chemical industry evaporation process.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the organic substance comprises a volatile organic compound.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the organic substance comprises sugar.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the microbiological material comprises at least one of a virus claim 1 , a bacterium claim 1 , a protozoan claim 1 , ...

ALGAE SCRUBBER MACROALGAL ATTACHMENT MATERIALS - APPENDAGES

An apparatus for macroalgal attachment in an algae scrubber or seaweed cultivator comprising a set of discrete non-connected appendages extending from a support member such that the appendages receive water flow and illumination so as to cause macroalgae to attach to and grow on said appendages, whereby said macroalgal growth can be comb harvested to provide useful biomass or to remove nutrients from the water. Attachment textures and growth compartments are also claimed. 1. A macroalgal attachment apparatus for water filtration or seaweed cultivation , the apparatus comprising:a set of macroalgal growth appendages, each of the appendages having at least one growth surface; anda support member, each of the appendages extending from the support member in a discrete and non-connected fashion such that the appendages are capable of receiving water flow and illumination which causes macroalgae to attach to, and grow on, the at least one growth surface, and{'b': '1003', 'wherein the macroalgae can be harvested from the at least one growth surface () to provide useful biomass or to remove nutrients from the water.'}2. (canceled)3. The macroalgal attachment apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the appendages are dimensioned such that the macroalgal growth can be comb harvested from the appendages in one continuous motion without the comb becoming entangled in width variations of an appendage.4. The macroalgal attachment apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a gas bubbling means, and wherein the appendages are configured such that a flow of gas bubbles from the gas bubbling means flows in an upward direction along and in contact with the growth surface of at least one of the appendages.5. The macroalgal attachment apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a water delivery means for delivering the water flow, and wherein the appendages are configured to receive the water flow from the water delivery means in a downward direction along the growth surface of at least one of the ...

FIBER-OPTIC INTEGRATED MEMBRANE REACTOR

A reactor for water splitting or water treatment includes a first electrode, a second electrode electrically coupled to the first electrode, and a proton exchange membrane separating the first electrode and the second electrode. The first electrode includes a first optical fiber coated with a photocatalytic material. 117-. (canceled)18. A reactor comprising: a first electrode layer comprising a multiplicity of first electrodes positioned between a first proton exchange membrane layer and a second proton exchange membrane layer, wherein each of the first electrodes comprises an optical fiber coated with an electrically conductive, photocatalytic material;', 'a second electrode layer comprising a multiplicity of second electrodes positioned between a third proton exchange membrane layer and a fourth proton exchange membrane layer, wherein each of the second electrodes comprises an optical fiber coated with an electrically conductive, photocatalytic material; and', 'a third electrode layer positioned between and electrically coupled to the first electrode layer and the second electrode layer, wherein the third electrode layer is a flexible electrically conductive material., 'a flexible assembly comprising19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. The reactor of claim 18 , wherein the flexible assembly is in the form of a sheet.22. The reactor of claim 21 , wherein the flexible assembly is wound around a porous conduit.23. The reactor of claim 22 , wherein the porous conduit has a first end and a second end.24. The reactor of claim 23 , further comprising a water inlet claim 23 , wherein the water inlet is configured to direct water toward the first end of the porous conduit.25. The reactor of claim 24 , further comprising a water outlet claim 24 , wherein the reactor is configured to allow water to flow from the first end of the porous conduit toward the second end of the conduit via gravity.26. The reactor of claim 18 , further comprising a light source coupled to each of the ...

SUPER-LARGE SCALE PHOTON CAPTURE BIOREACTOR FOR WATER PURIFICATION AND OPERATION METHOD THEREFOR

A super-large scale photon capture bioreactor for water purification and aquaculture, includes a sealable three-dimensional room. Circuitous water ditches () at each layer inside the room. The water ditches () within a layer includes an inlet () and an outlet (). A plurality of filter units () are at intervals in water ditches () at each layer. Float-planted plants () are on water surface of each filter unit, aquatic animals () and microorganisms () are underwater, and plant growth illustrating lights () are above float-planted plants () at adjustable height. A vane wheel () connecting a generator () is under an outlet () of an upper layer. A water inlet () of a next layer is under the vane wheel (). Water to be purified is guided to an inlet () at an uppermost layer. The bioreactor is in low energy consumption, less occupied area, no pollution and clean production. 1. A super-large scale photon capture bioreactor for water purification , comprising: a sealable three-dimensional room , a water pipe , and a generator; a plurality of planar layers being provided inside the three-dimensional room , each being mounted with water ditches in a circuitous way; the water ditches in a same planar layer having a water inlet and water outlet; a plurality of microbe filter diaphragms being arranged in the water ditches at intervals , and a filter unit being formed between two adjacent microbe filter diaphragms; float-planted plants being provided on water surface of each filter unit , microorganisms being bred underwater , plant growth illuminating lights being arranged above the float-planted plants at an adjustable height; a vane wheel being arranged under a water outlet of the water ditches in an upper layer and being connected with the generator; a water inlet of the water ditches in a next layer being arranged under the vane wheel; water to be purified being guided to a water inlet at an uppermost layer through the water pipe.2. The super-large scale photon capture ...

METHODS OF INHIBITING MICROORGANISM GROWTH USING MOSS

The invention provides a method of inhibiting microorganism growth comprising contacting a substance susceptible to microorganism growth with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to inhibit microorganism growth, wherein the moss is selected from the group consisting of , and mixtures thereof. 1sphagnum papillosum, sphagnum cristatum. A method of treating water comprising contacting water with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove cations other than hydrogen ions from the water , wherein the moss is selected from the group consisting of , and mixtures thereof , and wherein the water is water in a spa , pool , or aquarium.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cations are calcium ions.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cations are iron ions.4sphagnum papillosum.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is5sphagnum cristatum.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is6sphagnum papillosum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises only.7sphagnum cristatum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises only.8sphagnum papillosumsphagnum cristatum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises a mixture of and only.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is compressed.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the moss is in the form of strips.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss has been sterilized.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss has been washed with an acidic solution.13. The method of claim 12 , wherein the moss has been washed with a solution of acetic acid.14. The method of claim 12 , wherein the moss has been washed with an acidic solution and then washed with a salt solution.15. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in a spa.16. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in a pool.17. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in an aquarium. This application is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 14/220,537, filed Mar. 20, 2014, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 14/ ...

Tree Box Filter with Hydromodification Panels

The invention provides structures, methods, and assemblies for bioretention systems, including tree box filters with substantially permeable panels integrated into a bottom portion of the tree box filter. The invention also provides methods and additional structures that are useful for managing stormwater flow and inhibiting the flow of pollutants, debris, and other contaminants into drainage systems. 1. An assembly for use in a bioretention system comprising:a. an inlet chamber comprising an inlet port, a treatment port, and a bypass port;b. a treatment chamber adjacent to a first side of the inlet chamber and comprising biofiltration material;c. an outlet chamber adjacent to a second side of the inlet chamber and comprising an outlet port; andd. a bottom member disposed along a bottom portion of the treatment chamber, the bottom member comprising a substantially pervious region embedded within a substantially impervious region.wherein the treatment port is adapted to direct stormwater to the treatment chamber and the bypass port is adapted to directed overflow stormwater to the outlet chamber.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the treatment port comprises an interior opening in the inlet chamber.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the bypass port comprises an upper weir and a lower weir in the inlet chamber.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the upper and lower weirs extend into an interior of the inlet chamber.5. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the inlet chamber comprises a side wall claim 3 , and the upper and lower weirs are disposed within the side wall of the inlet chamber.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the substantially pervious region comprises a plurality of panels that are adapted to permit fluid flow claim 1 , while restricting the passage of gravel and underdrain material therethrough.7. The assembly of claim 6 , wherein the plurality of panels are integral to the substantially impervious region.8. The assembly of claim 6 , wherein the ...

Multi-stage wastewater treatment and hydroponic farming device

A Multi-Stage Wastewater Treatment and Hydroponic Farming Device comprises a compact basin, a moving bed biofilm reactor (MBBR), a modified wetland material, at least one microbial fuel cell (MFC) and a distributor. The MBBR and modified wetland material are disposed within the basin. Openings in the distributor retain hydroponic plants. In one example, wastewater enters through the MBBR which performs primary treatment of wastewater. Treated wastewater is further treated by modified wetland material and the MFC which generates electrical energy that supplies other components. Treated wastewater is pumped through the distributor and processed by hydroponic plants which extract growth inducing nutrients from the treated wastewater. Resultant water treated by the device is selectively recycled through various parts of the device or extracted from the device and used for other purposes. In one example, multiple devices are deployed in an area thereby providing self-sustaining, efficient water treatment and farming functionality.

CULTURE MEDIUM STERILIZED FOR MICROALGAE HIGH DENSITY CULTURE, AND THE AIR COMPRESSION, AIR COOLING, CARBON DIOXIDE AUTOMATICALLY SUPPLIED, SEALED VERTICAL PHOTOBIOREACTOR, HARVESTING, DRYING APPARATUS AND CHARACTERIZED IN THAT TO PROVIDE A CARBON DIOXIDE BIOMASS CONVERSION FIXED, AIR AND WATER PURIFICATION METHOD USING THE SAME

A microalgae culture broth producing system includes a device for culture broth sterilization using a micro bubble generator, an air compression and pressure equalization device for the injection of carbon dioxide and oxygen in the atmosphere into the culture broth. The system also includes an air chilling device to maintain suitable culture broth temperature when water temperature is too high, an automatic carbon dioxide supply device to promote photosynthesis, and a sealed vertical photobioreactor to block out pollutants and increase dissolved carbon dioxide and oxygen concentration. The system further includes a high-efficiency harvesting device using hollow fiber membranes, and a hot air drying device using the waste heat generated by air compression. 1. A microalgae culture broth producing system comprising:a device for culture broth sterilization using a micro bubble generator;an air compression and pressure equalization device for the injection of carbon dioxide and oxygen from the atmosphere into the culture broth;an air chilling device to maintain suitable culture broth temperature in response to a water temperature being higher than a predetermined maximum temperature;an automatic carbon dioxide supply device to promote photosynthesis;a sealed vertical photobioreactor configured to contain a culture medium inoculated with a microalgae, the vertical photobioreactor being configured to allow light into the culture medium, block out pollutants and increase dissolved carbon dioxide and oxygen concentration;a high-efficiency harvesting device using hollow fiber membranes; anda hot air drying device using the waste heat generated by air compression.2. The microalgae culture broth producing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the micro bubble generator sterilizes competing microalgae and microbes present in groundwater or treated water from sewage treatment plants using OH radicals.3. The microalgae culture broth producing apparatus according to claim 1 , ...

FLOATING HYDROPHYTE PLANTING DEVICE

The present invention relates to a floating hydrophyte planting device, comprising a height-adjustable support, a buoyant rope, a planting net rope, a stabilizing rope and hydrophytes. The height-adjustable support comprises a fixed part and a movable part. The fixed part comprises columns and inclined stayed and fixed steel wires. A sawtooth groove is arranged on one side face of the column in the height direction and has multiple notches at different heights. The movable part comprises a twisting pull rod. The twisting pull rod is provided with a cross locking column vertical to the body of the twisting pull rod. The locking column is limited in the notch. After the twisting pull rod is twisted, the cross locking column may separate from the notch; after the twisting pull rod moves in the vertical direction and is twisted again, the cross locking column is limited in another notch. 1. A floating hydrophyte planting device ,{'b': 1', '2', '3', '4', '5, 'comprising a height-adjustable support (), a buoyant rope (), a planting net rope (), a stabilizing rope () and hydrophytes (), wherein'}{'b': 1', '1', '3', '1', '5', '1', '8', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '7', '1', '7', '1', '8', '1', '1', '1', '7', '1', '8', '1', '1', '1', '7', '1', '8, 'the height-adjustable support () comprises a fixed part and a movable part; the fixed part comprises columns and stayed and fixed steel wires (-) fixed to the ground or the water bottom; a sawtooth groove (-) is arranged on the column in the height direction and has multiple notches (-) at different heights; the movable part comprises a twisting pull rod (-); the twisting pull rod (-) is provided with a cross locking column (-) vertical to the body of the twisting pull rod; the locking column (-) is limited in the notch (-); after the twisting pull rod (-) is twisted, the cross locking column (-) may separate from the notch (-); after the twisting pull rod (-) moves in the vertical direction and is twisted again, the cross locking ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WATER AND SOLIDS TREATMENT

The present disclosure is directed to a treatment system in a lagoon containing water that promotes the formation of biologically active granules that digest sludge in the lagoon, the lagoon comprising a bottom thereof, the water of the lagoon having a surface layer, the system including X number of water circulators in a cluster having an impeller disposed in the lagoon, wherein X is greater than or equal to three and hydraulic walls formed from at least some of the water expelled from each of a given pair of adjacent water circulators, wherein each of the hydraulic walls intersects at the midpoint of any two adjacent circulators, said hydraulic wall redirecting the expelled water downward towards the bottom of the lagoon, wherein the hydraulic walls at least partially surround at least one circulator. 1. A treatment system in a lagoon containing water that promotes the formation of biologically active granules that digest sludge in the lagoon , the lagoon comprising a bottom thereof , the water of the lagoon having a surface layer , the system comprising:(i) X number of water circulators in a cluster having an impeller disposed in the lagoon, wherein X is greater than or equal to three, at least one of said X number of water circulators being configured to: move water horizontally and radially from the centerline of each circulator independent of the direction of rotation of the circulator impeller.(ii) hydraulic walls formed from at least some of the water expelled from each of any given pair of adjacent water circulators, wherein each of the hydraulic walls intersects in a substantially straight line at the midpoint of any two adjacent circulators, said hydraulic wall redirecting the expelled water downward towards the bottom of the lagoon, wherein the hydraulic walls at least partially separate occluded gas from the redirected water.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein independent claim 1 , substantially straight hydraulic walls completely surround at least one ...

ALGAE TURF PLATE SCRUBBER

An apparatus and method for the biological treatment of water using algae comprising a support frame for flat, two-sided LED lighting-panels and flat, two-sided algae turf plates, an axle, the flat, two-sided LED lighting panels and flat algae turf plates are arranged as spokes radiating from the axle in an alternating panel so that each side of each two-sided lighting panel faces and illuminates a side of a flat algae turf plate, the algae turf plates being removable from the support frame so that the collected algae can be removed from each side of each the algae turf plate. 1. An apparatus for the biological treatment of water using algae comprising a support frame for flat , two-sided LED lighting-panels and flat , two-sided algae turf plates , an axle , an intake pipe , a discharge pipe , and flat , two-sided LED lighting panels , wherein the flat , two-sided LED lighting panels emit light from each side , wherein the flat , two-sided LED lighting panels and flat algae turf plates are arranged as spokes radiating from the axle in an alternating panel so that each side of each two-sided lighting panel faces and illuminates a side of a flat algae turf plate , wherein the algae turf plates collect algae from the water , wherein the algae turf plates are removable from the support frame so that the collected algae can be removed from each side of each the algae turf plate.2. The apparatus of further including a tank within the support frame is arranged.3. (canceled)4. A method of removing pollution from water comprising providing an apparatus according to claim 1 , inserting algae turf plates in the support frame between each of the two-sided LED lighting panels claim 1 , illuminating the LED lighting panels claim 1 , and allowing the water to enter the intake pipe and exit the discharge pipe.5. The method of further including removing the algae turf plates claim 4 , removing collected algae from the algae turf plates claim 4 , and replacing the algae turf plates. ...

MEMBRANE PHOTOBIOREACTOR FOR TREATING NITROGEN AND PHOSPHORUS THAT ARE OUT OF LIMITS IN BIOGAS SLURRY AND TREATING METHOD THEREOF

A membrane photobioreactor for treating nitrogen and phosphorus that are out of limits in a biogas slurry and treating method thereof, relating to biogas slurry treatment. The membrane photobioreactor for treating nitrogen and phosphorus that are out of limits in a biogas slurry is provided with a biogas slurry storage tank, peristaltic pumps, a microalgae cultivating tank, an air pump, a membrane photobioreactor and a hollow fiber membrane. The biogas slurry containing nitrogen and phosphorus that are out of limits is stored in the biogas slurry storage tank, and is driven by a first peristaltic pump to circularly flow in a silicone pipe; a microalgae solution is cultivated under illumination in the microalgae cultivating tank, and is driven by a second peristaltic pump to circularly flow in a silicone pipe, air is fed into the microalgae cultivating tank through the air pump, the biogas slurry and the microalgae solution are converged in the membrane photobioreactor, and the biogas slurry circularly flows inside the hollow fiber membrane pipe and the microalgae solution circularly flows outside the hollow fiber membrane pipe, the two being in a cross flow; and the nitrogen and phosphorus that are out of limits in the biogas slurry penetrate from the inside of the hollow fiber membrane and are absorbed by the microalgae solution outside the membrane, and after cyclical cultivation, nitrogen and phosphorus that are out of limits in the biogas slurry are absorbed, and the discharge standards are achieved. 1. A membrane photobioreactor for treating nitrogen and phosphorus that are out of limits in biogas slurry , the membrane photobioreactor comprising: a biogas slurry storage tank , a first peristaltic pump , a microalgae cultivating tank , a second peristaltic pump , an air pump , a membrane photobioreactor and a hollow fiber membrane ,wherein an air outlet of the air pump is connected to the microalgae cultivating tank, the hollow fiber membrane is embedded in the ...

Hybrid artificial wetland water purification system, sewage treatment device using same, and natural nonpoint purification device capable of simultaneously purifying river and lake water

A water quality purification system for a hybrid artificial wetland includes a first aerobic artificial wetland, an anaerobic artificial wetland, and a second aerobic artificial wetland. Here, the first aerobic artificial wetland induces a vertical flow of water, which is to be purified, and allows pollutants to be removed. The anaerobic artificial wetland induces a horizontal flow of treated water which is introduced from the first aerobic artificial wetland, and allows pollutants to be further removed. Additionally, the second aerobic artificial wetland induces a vertical flow of treated water which is introduced from the anaerobic artificial wetland, and allows air to be supplied inwardly such that the amount of dissolved oxygen of the introduced treated water increases.

WASTEWATER TREATMENT METHOD AND DEVICE

Installation and method for processing wastewater, comprising: a) providing wastewater for processing; b) reducing O2 content of said wastewater by unactivated aerobic digestion; c) subsequently to ‘b’, eliminating substantially all O2 from said wastewater by anaerobic digestion; d) subsequently to ‘c’, transferring said wastewater to a closed photobioreactor; and e) subsequently to ‘d’, maintaining said wastewater in said photobioreactor in conditions favorable for algal photosynthesis, thereby allowing algae to grow in said photobioreactor. A method for growing algae is also disclosed whereby time, density and flow speed are controlled. The photobioreactor may have a conduit with two proportions of different cross sections. 1. A method for processing wastewater , comprising:a) providing wastewater for processing;{'sub': '2', 'b) reducing Ocontent of said wastewater by unactivated aerobic digestion;'}{'sub': '2', 'c) subsequently to ‘b’, eliminating substantially all Ofrom said wastewater by anaerobic digestion;'}d) subsequently to ‘c’, transferring said wastewater to a closed photobioreactor; ande) subsequently to ‘d’, maintaining said wastewater in said photobioreactor in conditions favorable for algal photosynthesis, thereby allowing algae to grow in said photobioreactor.2. (canceled)3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , prior to said reducing of Ocontent ‘b’ claim 1 , reducing the organic content of said wastewater by activated aerobic digestion4. (canceled)5. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one of said reducing of Ocontent by unactivated aerobic digestion ‘b’ and said eliminating of Ocontent by anaerobic digestion ‘c’ is performed in a closed vessel is performed in a closed vessel.614-. (canceled)15. The method of claim 1 , further comprising recovering COgas released by said anaerobic digestion.16. The method of claim 15 , further comprising claim 15 , adding said recovered COgas to wastewater in said photobioreactor.17. The method ...

INLAND AQUAPONICS SYSTEM USING BIOFLOC TECHNOLOGY

A closed recirculating aquaponics system combined with a biofloc tank for symbiotic breeding of aquatic species and plant species, wherein the culture water for growing aquatic species is transferred to a plant growing apparatus, organic material in the culture water is used as nutrients for plant species and the water is purified in the plant growing apparatus, and purified water is reused as culture water for aquatic species to facilitate symbiotic breeding of aquatic species and plant species without any need of culture water exchange, reducing cost for production and enhancing production efficiency. 1. An inland biofloc aquaculture system comprising a biofloc tank for growing nutrient microorganisms and aquatic species , said biofloc tank formed on a single-layer or plural layer frame , in connection with a reservoir tank ,wherein culture water containing organic feces generated from aquatic species is filtrated in said reservoir tank to be firstly purified; andwherein culture water purified in the above first purification process is transferred to an aquaponics plant growing apparatus, to be secondly purified by plant breeding and is supplied back to said biofloc aquaculture system.2. The biofloc aquaculture system and the aquaponics plant growing apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a monitoring system which monitors aquaculture of aquatic species and plant breeding claim 1 ,wherein said monitoring system comprises: a water quality measurement device of said biofloc aquaculture system; and a thermo-hygrostat and an illumination regulator of said aquaponics plant growing apparatus, andwherein said biofloc aquaculture system and said aquaponics plant growing apparatus are driven by the control of said monitoring system.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein said biofloc tank is connected to a cooling reservoir tank equipped with a cooler and a heating reservoir tank equipped with a heater claim 1 , in order for culture water discharged from said biofloc ...

Tail water decentralized treatment and drainage system of sewage treatment plant

The present invention provides a tail water decentralized treatment and drainage system of sewage treatment plant, comprising a riparian vegetation buffer zone, a subsurface flow constructed wetland and a riverside protection pile, the riparian vegetation buffer zone comprises an excavation protection slope and an ecological bag paved on the excavation protection slope. The subsurface flow constructed wetland is disposed on the river protection slope along the river flow direction, the subsurface flow constructed wetland is provided with a treatment system, a water drainage system and a plurality of outlet pipes disposed along the river flow direction. The present invention is novel in idea and reasonable in design. By constructing a subsurface flow constructed wetland on the slope of the river bank after repositioning, the vegetation buffer zone and the subsurface flow constructed wetland are skillfully combined, and the tail water of sewage treatment plants is purified and treated through the subsurface flow constructed wetland. It is particularly suitable for changing the condition of single drainage outlet for the sewage treatment plant constructed near the river, with strong practicability.

TARGETED POLLUTANT RELEASE IN MICROORGANISMS

A method of using microorganisms to remove a pollutant from a fluid by exposing microorganisms to a fluid containing a pollutant, the microorganisms uptake the pollutant, then the microorganisms are exposed to a condition in order to stimulate the microorganisms to release the pollutant. Furthermore, the microorganisms are harvested and used as a foodstuff for human and animal consumption. 1. A method of using algae to remove a pollutant from a fluid , the steps comprising:Providing a microorganism growing apparatus having a first reservoir and a second reservoir;Filling the first reservoir with a first fluid that contains a pollutant;Controlling the first fluid within the first reservoir to have a first condition;Filling the second reservoir with a second fluid;Controlling the second fluid within the second reservoir to have a second condition;Growing algae using the microorganism growing apparatus;Exposing the algae to the first fluid within the first reservoir wherein the algae is exposed to the first condition and the algae uptakes the pollutant from the first fluid;Exposing the algae to light and air;Exposing the algae to the second fluid within the second reservoir wherein the algae is exposed to the second condition and the algae is stimulated to release the pollutant.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising following release of the pollutant claim 1 , the algae is then brought back to the first reservoir to uptake additional pollutants.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising at least one moving belt.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising at least one moving belt wherein the at least one moving belt comprises a coating.5. The method of further comprising at least one moving belt wherein the at least one moving belt moves in a continuous manner.6. The method of further comprising at least one moving belt wherein the at least one moving belt comprises a surface and microorganisms growing on its surface.7. The method of further comprising at ...

A LAKE RESERVOIR WATER ENVIRONMENT POLLUTION RESTORATION SYSTEM

Disclosed in the present invention are a lake reservoir water environment pollution restoration, comprising an ecological floating bed floating on the surface of lake reservoir water, a plurality of planting beds arranged on the ecological floating bed, a plurality of adsorption nets and reaction beds fixed at the bottom of the ecological floating bed, and a plurality of algae grilles and aeration pipes arranged at the bottom of lake reservoir water, the aeration pipes being connected with an air pump through a vent pipe, a plurality of aeration holes being arranged on the aeration pipes, at least one inflation bag being fixed on the algae grilles, the at least one inflation bag being connected with an air delivery pipe through an inflation pipe, and the input end of the inflation pipe being connected with a second output end of the air pump. The lake reservoir water environment pollution restoration system can achieve all-directional multi-level restoration of water bodies in lake reservoirs, as well as water-surface, in-water and water-bottom multi-level purification, with high restoration efficiency and convenience in maintenance. 12134158. A lake reservoir water environment pollution restoration system , characterized by comprising an ecological floating bed floating on the surface of lake reservoir water , a plurality of planting beds () arranged on the ecological floating bed () , a plurality of adsorption nets () and reaction beds () fixed at the bottom of the ecological floating bed () , and a plurality of algae grilles () and aeration pipes () arranged at the bottom of lake reservoir water ,{'b': 8', '6', '7', '81', '8, 'the aeration pipes () being connected with a first output end of an air pump () through a vent pipe (), a plurality of aeration holes () being arranged on the aeration pipes (),'}{'b': 52', '5', '52', '9', '91', '91', '6, 'at least one inflation bag () being fixed on the algae grilles (), the at least one inflation bag () being connected ...

SYNTHETIC DESALINATION GENETIC CIRCUIT IN PLANTS

The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for generating plants that can grow in saline conditions, or remove a salt or other impurity from water, for example plants that can remove sodium chloride from salt or sea water, and plants that can produce purified water from salt or sea water. 1. A transgenic plant genetically engineered to produce purified water , comprising:a) genetically encoded physical barrier components;b) genetically encoded water filtering and transport components; andc) genetically encoded water retention and pumping components,wherein said plant produces purified water when grown in water containing an impurity, and wherein at least one of said components is exogenously provided to said plant.2. The plant of claim 1 , wherein said genetically encoded physical barrier components comprise suberin and a Casparian Strip.3. The plant of claim 2 , wherein the suberin is encoded by a MYB41 gene that has been mutated to encode an aspartate residue at amino acid 251.4. The plant of claim 3 , wherein the MYB41 gene is from a dicot plant.5Arabidopsis thaliana, Eutrema salsugineumBrassica napus.. The plant of claim 4 , wherein the MYB41 gene is from claim 4 , or6. The plant of claim 3 , wherein the MYB41 gene is from a monocot plant.7. The plant of claim 2 , wherein the Casparian Strip is encoded by a MYB36 gene.8. The plant of claim 7 , wherein the MYB36 gene is from a dicot plant.9Arabidopsis thaliana, Eutrema salsugineumBrassica napus.. The plant of claim 8 , wherein the MYB36 gene is from claim 8 , or10. The plant of claim 1 , wherein the MYB36 gene is from a monocot plant.11. The plant of claim 1 , wherein said genetically encoded water filtering and transport components comprise an aquaporin.12. The plant of claim 1 , wherein said aquaporin is a plasma membrane intrinsic protein or a tonoplast intrinsic membrane protein.13. The plant of claim 11 , wherein said genetically encoded water filtering components comprise a plurality of ...

Method for Establishing Submerged Vegetation System in Eutrophic Water Body

The present disclosure relates to a water environment governance technology, and particularly discloses a method for regulating primary productivity in a eutrophic water body. Emerging plants are cultivated in a water area to be governed to improve anti-wind wave and anti-water flow capabilities of the water area to be governed and establish a relatively stable microenvironment; and a modified clay molecular sieve, phosphorus-accumulating bacteria, grass seeds of submerged plants and silty clay are used to prepare a modified clay molecular sieve ecological base, and the modified clay molecular sieve ecological base is uniformly added to the water body of the area to be governed to inhibit the emission of phosphorus in the deposit and reduce disturbance, so that the cyanobacteria in the deposit is fixed, thereby improving the oxygen-deficient microenvironment of a sediment-water interface and achieving the objective of inhibiting growth of cyanobacteria. 1. A method for establishing a submerged vegetation system in a eutrophic water body , comprising:cultivating emerging plants in a water area to be governed to improve anti-wind wave and anti-water flow capabilities of the water area to be governed; andusing a modified clay molecular sieve, phosphorus-accumulating bacteria, grass seeds and silty clay to prepare a modified clay molecular sieve ecological base, and uniformly adding the modified clay molecular sieve ecological base to the water body of the area to be governed.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the grass seeds are grass seeds of submerged plants claim 1 , and wherein the submerged plants comprise Potamogeton crispus and Vallisneria spiralis.3. The method according to claim 2 , further comprising preparing the modified clay molecular sieve ecological base claim 2 , comprising: weighing the modified clay molecular sieve and the silty clay in a ratio of 1:1 and adding the grass seeds and the phosphorus-accumulating bacteria claim 2 , and uniformly ...

Methods for Water Environment Multi-Interface Governance and Restoration in Rivers and Lakes

The present disclosure relates to water environment governance technology, and particularly discloses an urban river/lake water environment multi-interface governance and restoration method. The method is a multi-interface coordinated governance and restoration method based on “control for bottom, regulation for middle and governance for top”, including: “control for bottom”—controlling the emission of sediment nutritive salts and the dormancy and recovery of algae; “regulation for middle”—regulating primary productivity in a water body to inhibit the recovery of the algae; and “governance for top”—reducing nitrogen and phosphorus nutrients of an air-water interface to control the reproduction and growth of the algae. In the present disclosure, the water body governance and restoration technology based on interface coordination can effectively inhibit the outbreak of cyanobacteria and avoid extreme conditions in the ecosystem. 1. A method for water environment multi-interface governance and restoration in river and lake , comprising:performing an accurate locating and in-situ treatment on pollutants at a sediment-water interface to control an emission of sediment nutritive salts and a dormancy and recovery of algae;establishing a submerged vegetation system in a eutrophic water body to regulate primary productivity in the eutrophic water body and inhibit the recovery of the algae; andusing a micropower biological-ecological coupled purification system to enhance a dissolved oxygen level in an air-water interface and the eutrophic water body, enhance and activate biological reactions in the air-water interface and the eutrophic water body, reduce nitrogen and phosphorus nutrients in the air-water interface and the eutrophic water body, and control reproduction and growth of the algae.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a high-throughput sequencing technology and a pollutant source apportionment technology are firstly used to perform the accurate locating on ...

Integrated Riparian System for On-site Treatment of River/lake Silt and Application Thereof

The disclosure discloses an integrated riparian system for river/lake silt on-site treatment and application thereof, belonging to the technical field of silt treatment. The integrated riparian system includes three subsystems, namely a silt ecological treatment subsystem, a siphon drainage subsystem and a silt leachate advanced treatment subsystem. The silt ecological treatment subsystem is provided with plants, fillers, an aeration pipe and a water collection pipe from top to bottom, and a vent pipe is connected to the water collection pipe. A siphon in the siphon drainage subsystem is retractable and hump-shaped. The silt leachate advanced treatment subsystem includes a first-stage ecological treatment unit upflow wetland and a second-stage ecological treatment unit surface flow wetland. According to the disclosure, dewatering and harmlessness of silt, advanced treatment of silt leachate and purification of part of river/lake water are effectively realized through transpiration and absorption of the plants, filtration and adsorption of the fillers and degradation of microorganisms. 1. An integrated riparian system for river/lake silt on-site treatment , comprising three subsystems , namely , a silt ecological treatment subsystem , a siphon drainage subsystem and a silt leachate advanced treatment subsystem , wherein the silt ecological treatment subsystem is provided with plants , fillers , an aeration pipe and a water collection pipe from top to bottom and equipped with a vent pipe , and the vent pipe is connected to the water collection pipe; a siphon used by the siphon drainage subsystem is retractable and hump-shaped; the silt leachate advanced treatment subsystem comprises two stages of ecological treatment units , namely , an upflow wetland and a surface flow wetland , wherein the upflow wetland is provided with the fillers in layers; the fillers of the silt ecological treatment subsystem comprise a drainage layer , a transition layer , a filter layer and a ...

Aquarium filtration system

A filtration system and filtration unit are disclosed herein. The filtration system can include an aquarium and the filtration unit. The filtration unit can attach to the aquarium. The filtration unit can include a pump that circulates water through the filtration unit and a plurality of chambers. The plurality of chambers of the filtration unit can include a sterilization chamber, a pre-filtration chamber, and a root chamber. The sterilization chamber can include a sterilization feature that sterilizes the water circulating through the filtration unit, the pre-filtration chamber can remove large objects from the water, and the root chamber can contain a root network of a plant.

NOVEL ECOLOGICAL SLOPE PROTECTION WITH EFFICIENT WATER PURIFICATION FUNCTION AND ECOLOGICAL IMPROVMENT METHOD

An ecological slope protection has an efficient water purification function, built in a land-lake ecozone along the bank of a basin, wherein the body of the ecological slope protection extends into the water of the basin, and has a flexible mattress laid on the surface thereof; an ecological filter pool is provided below the flexible mattress and is isolated from the water of the basin by means of the pool body; the ecological filter pool is contained with a filler layer and a support layer, and the filler layer is supported by the support layer; the sewage pretreated via a sedimentation pool is introduced into the ecological filter pool and treated by the filler layer to clean up pollutants therein and reduce its eutrophication level; and the treated sewage is discharged from the ecological slope protection via the support layer and enters the basin. 1100110120110. A novel ecological slope protection with efficient water purification function , built in a land-lake ecozone along the bank of a basin , wherein the body of the ecological slope protection () extends into the water of the basin , and has a flexible mattress () laid on the surface thereof; and an ecological filter pool () is provided below the flexible mattress ().2. The ecological slope protection according to claim 1 , wherein:{'b': ['120', '120', '125', '120', '120', '125'], '#text': 'the ecological filter pool () is isolated from the basin water by sealing the pool body; preferably, the ecological filter pool () is contained with a filler layer and a support layer () supporting the filler layer; the sewage is introduced into the ecological filter pool () and treated by the filler layer to clean up pollutants therein and reduce its eutrophication level; and the treated sewage is discharged from the ecological filter pool () via the support layer () and enters the basin.'}3. The ecological slope protection according to claim 1 , wherein:{'b': ['100', '110', '100'], '#text': 'a plurality of the ...

Stormwater Biofiltration System and Method

A stormwater treatment system and method for removing sediment, chemical pollutants, and debris from stormwater runoff by utilizing bioretention practices including physical, chemical and biological processes. Stormwater is directed into a primarily open-bottomed, multi-dimensional container whereby entrained sediment and other transportable materials are filtered and treated through a media filter layer consisting of inorganic and/or organic materials. A live plant (preferably a tree) situated within the container with roots resident in the media filter layer with the ability for expansion beyond the perimeter of the container through openings in one or more sidewalls. The treated water may be further conveyed beyond the perimeter of the container by additional openings and/or piping. A vertically positioned overflow/bypass/clean out piping apparatus may be included within the stormwater treatment system to provide additional water conveyance. Additional ancillary conveyance, filtration and storage facilities may be connected to the described stormwater treatment system as conditions warrant. 1. A stormwater treatment system with bioretention functionality comprising at least four substantially open vertical sidewalls and a partial horizontal top sidewall affixed to one or more of said sidewalls , wherein when said system is partially buried in the ground , said partial horizontal top sidewall exposes the interior of the system to the atmosphere; wherein said system contains discrete layers of organic and inorganic or a mixture of organic and inorganic material; provided said system does not have a bottom wall.275-. (canceled)76. The stormwater treatment system according to claim 1 , further comprising an impervious claim 1 , subsurface membrane liner.77. The stormwater treatment system according to claim 76 , wherein said liner is manufactured from a material selected from the group consisting of rubber claim 76 , polyethylene claim 76 , a synthetic material claim ...

FILTRATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOVING SUSPENDED SOLIDS, AFFILIATED AND DISSOLVED POLLUTANTS FROM STORMWATER RUNOFF USING FILTRATION MEDIA INCLUDING STEEL SLAG

A filtration system and method are provided for removing suspended solids and other affiliated pollutants from stormwater runoff and any other contaminated water. The filtration system and method utilize a filtration medium including steel slag. By improving or replacing a conventional filtration media, such as a sand filtration system, with a filtration medium including steel slag, the removal efficiency of suspended solids and affiliated pollutants is improved and the lifespan of the filtration system is lengthened. 1. A filter comprising:a geosynthetic material configured for being positioned along a fluid path; anda filtration medium including steel slag;wherein suspended solids and other pollutants are carried along the fluid path by fluid flow and are removed from the fluid flow by the filtration medium.2. The filter according to claim 1 , wherein the filtration medium further includes sand and compost.3. The filter according to claim 2 , wherein the composition of the filtration medium is 5% by weight steel slag claim 2 , 25% by weight compost claim 2 , and 70% by weight sand.4. The filter according to claim 1 , further comprising an aluminum oxide sorbent.5. The filter according to claim 1 , wherein vegetation is grown in or through the filter.6. The filter according to claim 1 , wherein the fluid flow comprises stormwater runoff or any other contaminated water.7. The filter according to claim 1 , wherein the filter is configured for placement in proximity to an opening of a drainage system.8. A filtration medium comprising:steel slag;wherein suspended solids and other pollutants are allowed to flow through the filtration medium and are removed by the filtration medium.9. The filtration medium according to claim 8 , further comprising sand and compost.10. The filtration medium according to claim 9 , wherein the composition is 5% by weight steel slag claim 9 , 25% by weight compost claim 9 , and 70% by weight sand.11. The filtration medium according to claim ...

Systems And Methods For Sterilizing Liquid Media

Systems and methods for sterilizing liquid media such as saline water using filtration and ozonation.

WATER QUALITY DETECTION, SEPARATION AND RECYCLING SYSTEM AND METHOD

A water conservation and recycling system where an integrated automated system comprising a sensor housing with at least one sensor, a diverting valve and controller, the system used to separate water based on quality parameters (for example, temperature, acidity (pH), dissolved oxygen, electrical conductance and/or turbidity). In one example, physical bio-filtration is used to remove debris particles from clean water and ultraviolet light and ionization is used for bacterial eradication of clean water. Separated clean water is stored and recycled for agriculture and toilet purposes resulting in up to 40% reduction in residential and commercial water consumption. Municipal water supply line pressure is used to pressurize storage tanks to provide intermittent irrigation water supply. 1. A drain water separation system comprising:a sensor housing having an inlet in fluid communication with a drain through which drain water flows, an outlet for releasing drain water and at least one drain water sensor sensing at least one drain water characteristic which is output as data;a controller which receives the drain water sensor data and generates a first signal having a first state if the data is indicative of clean water and a second signal having a second state if the data is indicative of dirty water;a diverting valve in fluid communication with the sensor housing and positionable to either a first position or a second position, the position of the diverting valve controllable by the controller;a clean water tank, wherein if the first signal is generated then the diverting valve is positioned in the first position in fluid communication with the clean water tank thereby diverting clean water to the clean water tank and if the second signal is generated then the diverting valve is positioned in a second position thereby diverting dirty water to a location other than the clean water tank; anda biofilter arranged to receive clean water from the clean water tank and having ...

Novel Radioresistant Alga of the Genus Coccomyxa

The invention relates to novel algae of the genus , in particular the algae of a new species called C-IR3-4C, and their use for capturing metals from aqueous media, and in particular from radioactive media. 116.-. (canceled)17Coccomyxa. A method of capturing at least one element from an aqueous medium containing said element , the method comprising incubating in the aqueous medium a unicellular green alga of the genus comprising , in the 18S ribosomal RNA-ITS1-5.8S , ribosomal RNA-ITS2-28S ribosomal RNA genes of having polynucleotide sequence at least 96% identity to the polynucleotide sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1 ,{'sup': 14', '3, 'wherein the at least one element is selected from the group consisting of Cs, Ag, Co, Mn, Sr, Cu, Cr, Zn, Ni, Fe, Sb, U, Sc, Y, La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Pm, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb, Lu, an actinide, a lanthanide, the C radioisotope and the H radioisotope.'}18. The method of claim 17 , wherein the unicellular green alga is the Coccomyxa strain deposited with the Culture Collection of Algae and Protozoa (CCAP) under deposit number CCAP 216/26.19. The method of claim 17 , wherein that element is selected from the group consisting of Sr and Cu.20. The method of claim 17 , wherein said aqueous medium is radioactive medium.21. The method of claim 17 , wherein said aqueous medium is nonradioactive medium.22. The method of claim 20 , wherein the element is a metal selected from the group consisting of Ag claim 20 , Co claim 20 , Cs claim 20 , U claim 20 , Mn claim 20 , Cu and Sr claim 20 , wherein said metal is in the form of a radioactive isotope claim 20 , or in the form of a mixture of isotopes.23. The method of claim 17 , wherein said green algae are combined with at least one other microorganism and/or at least one multicellular plant.24. The method of claim 17 , wherein the growth of the unicellular green alga is controlled by regulating the illumination of said aqueous medium.25. The method of claim 17 , further comprising recovering said ...

MODULAR HIGH PERFORMANCE BIOSWALE AND WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

A scalable, modular water filtration and re-capture system is disclosed, such as for use as a high performance bioswale, or other purposes. The system includes a filter container with a removable cartridge that contains a filter media soil and planted vegetation, which may be for example one or more hyperaccumulators. The filter container is stacked together with a cistern container and in fluid communication therebetween to form a stacked container pair as a water filter and capture module. This allows for efficient servicing and removability of the filter cartridge, such as in bioswale, below ground, or above ground configurations. Water inflows and outflows may be circulated for varieties of reclamation uses, or treated water may simply be stored or conveyed into the ground. Multiple such modules may be secured together in custom scalable configurations to meet various needs and intended uses for water volumes, available space or terrain, or specific water treatment needs. In some embodiments, a single individual can replace the cartridges as needed. 1. A modular water filtration system for treating a volume of water along a flow path , comprising:a portable, constructed filter container with a first constructed wall containing a first volume and with a first opening through which the first volume communicates externally of the first container and also with a first water permeable section;a portable, constructed cartridge comprising a second constructed wall containing a second volume and with a second opening and a second water permeable section;a filtration media soil housed within the second volume of the cartridge;a plant that is planted with roots in the filtration media soil and extending through the second opening from the cartridge;wherein the cartridge is contained at least in part within the first volume of the filter container in an orientation with the plant extending through the first and second openings, and with the first and second water permeable ...

INHIBITION OF BIOFILM FORMATION AND REMOVAL OF BIOFILM BY USE OF MOSS

A method of inhibiting biofilm growth on a surface in an aqueous system comprising contacting a surface susceptible to biofilm growth with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss or non-decomposed moss extract effective to inhibit biofilm growth. A method of removing biofilm from a surface in an aqueous system comprising contacting a surface having a biofilm with a solution containing an amount of a non-decomposed moss or non-decomposed moss extract effective to remove some or all of the biofilm from the surface. 1sphagnum papillosum, sphagnum cristatum. A method of removing biofilm from a surface in an aqueous system comprising contacting a surface having a biofilm with a solution containing an amount of a non-decomposed moss or non-decomposed moss extract , wherein the amount of non-decomposed moss or non-decomposed moss extract is effective to remove biofilm from the surface by 30 percent or more after 48 hours and wherein the moss or moss extract is selected from the group consisting of , and mixtures thereof.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the solution comprises a non-decomposed moss.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is in the form of leaves or parts of leaves.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is in the form of compressed leaves or parts of leaves.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is placed in a carrier.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the carrier is a mesh bag.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the solution is a non-decomposed moss extract.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the aqueous system is a spa claim 1 , swimming pool claim 1 , aquarium claim 1 , splash deck claim 1 , water tower claim 1 , holding tank claim 1 , pond claim 1 , cooling tower claim 1 , water bottle claim 1 , or toilet.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the solution is prepared and then contacted with the surface.10. The method of claim 2 , wherein the solution is prepared in situ by placing ...

MEDIA BED FOR WASTE STREAMS AND SYSTEMS EMPLOYING THE SAME

Media beds containing worms living in an oxygenated aqueous environment are provided for the remediation of water containing excreted and other oxidizable organic or chemical waste. The media beds may include cultivated plant life in addition to the cultivated worm population for the uptake of nitrates, as well as other nutrients rendered soluble through digestion of the worms to remediate water to levels sufficient to be safely returned to the environment; alternatively the water may be remediated to higher nitrate levels in the absence of plants so that the water can be used in subsequent fertilization operations outside the waste treatment system. The system further includes cultivated microbial populations that may be present in the media beds and/or in separate bioreactors within the system. 1. An apparatus comprising a media bed configured for remediation of waste comprising:a container comprising a biomass held by the container, wherein the biomass comprises water and viable worms;a waste inlet configured to introduce waste into the container;a treated waste outlet configured to extract treated waste from the container; andan aeration means configured to introduce air or oxygen into the biomass such that a dissolved oxygen content of the water is maintained at a level of at least 4 ppm,{'sup': 3', '3, 'wherein the worms comprise a genus of terrestrial worms, the worms are at a density of about 1000 worms/mto about 100,000 worms/min the container, and the worms are completely and constantly submerged in the water.'}2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the biomass held by the container consists of a fully aquatic environment claim 1 , such that the worms survive and reproduce in the fully aquatic environment of the container.3Eisenia fetida, Eisenia andrei, Lumbricus rubellus,Lumbricus terretris.. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the terrestrial worms comprise a species selected from the group consisting of and4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the water ...

NOVEL RADIORESISTANT ALGA OF THE GENUS COCCOMYXA

The invention relates to novel algae of the genus , in particular the algae of a new species called C-IR3-4C, and their use for capturing metals from aqueous media, and in particular from radioactive media. 1Coccomyxa. A unicellular green alga of the genus , comprising in the 18S ribosomal RNA-ITS1-5.8S ribosomal RNA-ITS2-28S ribosomal RNA genes of a sequence having at least 96% identity with the sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1.2Coccomyxa. The unicellular green alga of claim 1 , having the features of the strain deposited on 29 Jan. 2013 with the Culture Collection of Algae and Protozoa (CCAP) under number CCAP 216/26.3Coccomyxa. The unicellular green alga of claim 1 , wherein the unicellular green alga is the strain deposited on 29 Jan. 2013 with the CCAP under number CCAP 216/26.4CoccomyxaCoccomyxa chodatii. A method of capturing at least one radioactive or nonradioactive element selected from the group consisting of Cs claim 1 , Ag claim 1 , Co claim 1 , Mn claim 1 , Sr claim 1 , Cu claim 1 , Cr claim 1 , Zn claim 1 , Ni claim 1 , Fe claim 1 , Sb claim 1 , U claim 1 , actinides claim 1 , lanthanides and rare earths claim 1 , such as Sc claim 1 , Y claim 1 , La claim 1 , Ce claim 1 , Pr claim 1 , Nd claim 1 , Pm claim 1 , Sm claim 1 , Eu claim 1 , Gd claim 1 , Tb claim 1 , Dy claim 1 , Ho claim 1 , Er claim 1 , Tm claim 1 , Yb claim 1 , Lu claim 1 , and/or at least one of the radioisotopes C and H claim 1 , from an aqueous medium containing said element and/or said radioisotope in solution claim 1 , comprising incubating claim 1 , in said aqueous medium claim 1 , unicellular green algae of the genus selected from and the green alga of .5Coccomyxa.. A method of capturing at least one radioactive or nonradioactive element selected from the group consisting of Sr and Cu claim 1 , from an aqueous medium containing said element in solution claim 1 , comprising incubating claim 1 , in said aqueous medium claim 1 , unicellular green algae of the genus6. The method of claim 4 , ...

Apparatus and method for cultivating microalgae using effluent from sludge treatment

Disclosed herein are an apparatus and method for cultivating microalgae using effluent from sludge treatment. The apparatus includes an advanced sewage treatment apparatus, a sludge treatment apparatus and a microalgae cultivation apparatus, the sludge treatment apparatus including: a first aerobic reactor which is operated under aerobic conditions and serves to ferment sludge; a second aerobic reactor which is operated in a state in which air is injected in an amount larger than that in the first aerobic reactor, and serves to increase the fermentation activity of microorganisms in the sludge and degrade the sludge; a membrane bio-reactor (MBR) which serves to receive effluent from the second aerobic reactor and biologically remove high-concentration organic matter from the effluent by the action of aerobic microorganisms while removing total suspended solids using a membrane, wherein the effluent discharged from the MBR reactor is supplied to the microalgae cultivation apparatus.

STRUCTURE FOR AN AQUATIC SPACE AND METHOD FOR CONSERVING LARGE BODIES OF WATER

The present invention is a new process for preserving the water of an aquatic body as a supplying source for different human activities such as recreation and amusement, food and ornamentation, by the development of a aquatic space formed by a Open water Lake, a Spa Lake, and a Water Depuration Lake that preserves the water mass by biotransformation and mineralization that allow reducing the concentration of carbon, nitrogen and phosphorous, generating clean and transparent water without the use of large amounts of chemicals and complex filtrate systems. 18-. (canceled)9. A process for developing and preserving large bodies of water , the method comprising:providing a structure capable of containing a large body of water, the structure including an open water lake system, a spa lake system, and a water treatment lake system;feeding the structure with rainwater and groundwater;providing the open water lake system with a supporting medium or petrous aggregate that functions as a support for flora, the supporting medium or petrous aggregate includes a plurality of plants that supply oxygen and retaining nutrients to the open water lake system;providing the water treatment lake system with a modular system including a sedimentation module, a wet plant filter, a zooplankton pond, a dry plant filter, a biotreatment pond, and a final dry plant filter that are coupled with an array in series;providing the spa lake system with surface skimmers capable of retaining floating material and a sediment trap in a deep area;generating a circulation of water so that the water to be treated at the open water lake system enters to the water treatment lake system to retain coarse sediments of the effluent flow in the sedimentation module and to pour the water into the wet plant filter in which the nutrients are retained; collecting water from the zooplankton pond to direct the water to the dry plant filter; directing the waters to the biotreatment pond where the water is oxygenated and ...

Floating Treatment Bed for Plants

Contaminating material is extracted from a body of water by providing a floating bed on which plants such as Cat Tails can be grown with their roots hanging into the body of water over an area where extraction of contaminating material from the body of water is required, growing the plants to take up the contaminating material from the body of water and harvesting the upstanding plant mass by moving the bed to a harvesting machine which cuts away the plant mass leaving at least part of the root mass to continue growing into a new season. The bed can be returned to a location for the next season. 1. A method for extraction of contaminating material from a body of water comprising:forming a floating bed on which plants can be grown with their roots hanging into the body of water;locating the floating bed over an area where extraction of contaminating material from the body of water is required;growing the plants so as to form a root mass in the water and an upstanding plant mass;growing the plants to take up the contaminating material from the body of water;and harvesting the upstanding plant mass leaving at least part of the root mass to continue growing into a new season.2. The method of wherein the contaminating material is phosphate in lake water.3. The method of wherein a bed of the body of water in the area of the floating bed is agitated to lift the contaminating material to the roots.4. The method of wherein the bed is agitated by aeration.5. The method of wherein the bed is agitated by pumping water.6. The method of wherein the bed is agitated by stirring the water.7. The method of wherein the floating bed has a skirt arranged around the periphery hanging from the water surface to a position at or adjacent the bed of the body of water.8. The method of wherein the floating bed is moved from the location to a harvesting location and may be returned to a location which may be the same or different location for further operation.9. The method of wherein each ...

Biogas production with select macro algae and nanoparticles added to anaerobic digester feedstock

For qualitative and quantitative production of biogas, nanoparticles and use of macroalgae when added to AD feedstock at proper concentration, temperature and time of digestion can bring a revolution to meet the future needs of energy. The process of biofuel production can be altered by using various nanomaterials in various ways, such as by improving the stability of cellulose enzymes, enhancing the catalytic production of biohydrogen, and improving biological and chemical digestion. This influence of nanoparticles on the process is determined by their distinct catalytic activity based on structure, shape and size which is complementary to the relevant process. The addition of seaweed in the AD feedstock improves biogas output and digestate quality thus enhancing the economic viability with the simultaneous positive impact of reducing global warming. 1. A process for the production of biogas from biodegradable material which comprises the steps of:(a) adding the biodegradable material to the reactor;(b) adding manure to the feedstock;(c) adding a colloidal solution of surface-modified iron oxide nanoparticles and seaweed to the reactor;(d) providing anaerobic conditions;(e) carrying out the anaerobic digestion and collecting the biogas, liquid and solid wastes.2. The process of wherein the addition of NP results in greater optimization of the AD process and when combined with organic wastes in the AD feedstock will result in higher output of methane (CH) claim 1 , Hydrogen (H) and biogas.3. The process of wherein macroalgae in the form of specific seaweed species are added to the reactor to improve the nutrient content claim 1 , biogas output and value of resultant digestate as a soil conditioner and fertilizer.4. The process of wherein the NP size (5 nm to 1 claim 1 ,000 nm) claim 1 , composition (FeO) claim 1 , at variable concentrations and AD process temperature (37° C.) and time (20 to 60 days) results in highly efficient biogas production.5Ascophyllum nodosum ...

HORIZONTAL FLOW BIOFILTER SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF

A horizontal flow water treatment method and wetland biofilter apparatus provides a chamber with impermeable outer walls spaced away from permeable interior walls of a media filtration bed such that a catch basin is formed between the outer walls and the interior walls. The catch basin creates an open area around the perimeter of the interior walls for influent water to fill within the open area before penetrating the filtration media, providing a large surface area for influent water to interact with the media filtration bed. The influent water enters the catch basin in a horizontal flow path to provide for pre-settling of particulates before making contact with the filtration media. The biofilter design increases the available surface area of the media filtration bed by up to four times for a given volume of water, and thereby minimizes the loading or infiltration rate on the media filtration bed.

Circulation apparatus for agricultural and fishery production and irrigation

A circulation apparatus for agricultural and fishery production and irrigation is provided with a water supply device; a production device; a filter device; an irrigation device; a water storage device; and pipes for connecting the water supply device, the production device, the filter device, the irrigation device, and the water storage device together. The water filter device is filtered and sterilized, and outputs to the irrigation device to supply an irrigation water source for agricultural uses. Excess of the irrigation water source outputs to the water storage device for storage, and flows into the water supply device again or the irrigation device so as to make the irrigation water source to be continuously re-circulated and reused among the water supply device, the production device, the filter device, the irrigation device, and the water storage device.

VACUUM AIR LIFT SYSTEMS INCLUDING A FLUIDIZED BED REACTOR

Embodiments include a vacuum airlift system for treating an aqueous effluent including an upflow liquid column, where the upflow liquid column is configured to retain a fluid, a fluid inlet, the fluid inlet being fluidly coupled with the upflow liquid column, where the fluid inlet is positioned at about the bottom of the upflow liquid column, a downflow liquid column, a fluid outlet, the fluid outlet being fluidly coupled with the downflow liquid column, wherein the fluid outlet is positioned at about the bottom of the downflow liquid column, and a plurality of moving bed biofilm reactors, the plurality of moving bed biofilm reactors being positioned in the upflow liquid column or the downflow liquid column. 1. A vacuum airlift system for treating an aqueous effluent comprising:a. an upflow liquid column, the upflow liquid column having a top and a bottom, a vertical orientation, a diameter and a height, wherein the upflow liquid column is configured to retain a fluid;b. a fluid inlet, the fluid inlet being fluidly coupled with the upflow liquid column, wherein the fluid inlet is positioned at about the bottom of the upflow liquid column;c. a downflow liquid column, the downflow liquid column having a top and a bottom, a vertical orientation, a diameter, and a height;d. a fluid outlet, the fluid outlet being fluidly coupled with the downflow liquid column, wherein the fluid outlet is positioned at about the bottom of the downflow liquid column; ande. a fluidized bed reactor, the fluidized bed reactor being positioned in the upflow liquid column or the downflow liquid column.2. The vacuum airlift system of claim 1 , wherein the diameter of the downflow liquid column is greater than the diameter of the upflow liquid column.3. The vacuum airlift system of claim 1 , wherein the height of the upflow liquid column is greater than the height of the downflow liquid column.4. The vacuum airlift system of claim 1 , wherein the fluidized bed reactor is positioned in the upflow ...

Application to reinforce the immunity of Daphnia and to use them as bio filters to improve water quality of aquatic ecosystems

This invention is about how to create a principle water natural-filters, such as Daphnia with reinforced resistance to pathogen and toxic microorganisms, by using as its dietary. Astaxanthin is a key carotenoid of sustaining the tolerance of Daphnia to gain immunity to toxic algae and pathogen bacteria. Due to obtained resistance, Daphnia can survive even in waters with high content of pathogen bacteria and algal toxins and filter higher volume of water. This cannot be achieved with any other technologies by now without need in chemicals (bactericides and algaecides). In this conditions Daphnia, especially new-born offsprings, get intoxicated and die, which disrupts natural self-cleaning capacity of aquatic ecosystem. As an indirect effect pre-treated and resistant Daphnia reduce odor effect of the aquatic ecosystems due to elimination of the odor compounds producing bacteria and algae. 1Daphnia,Haematococcus pluvialis,. fed with astaxanthin containing increase their lifespan and develop individuals with bigger mass and size resulting in enhanced three-dimensional swimming behavior.2. Due to reinforced resistance , pre-treated Daphnia , gain transferable to offsprings tolerance and resistance for pathogens and algal toxins and filter higher volume of water and remove higher amount of bacteria and algae , including virulent bacteria , toxic cyanobacteria , toxic diatoms , toxic dinoflagellates , etc.3. Mortality rate of pre-treated Daphnia decreases even in waters with high content of toxic algae and pathogen bacteria , which means that using antibiotics to protect fish and shrimps from water-born diseases requires no further application (or can be significantly cut off). The current invention describes using anti-oxidant properties of carotenoids/astaxanthin to strengthen tolerance of Daphnia. Daphnia (parthenogenetic daughters, neonates, adults of both sexes), being fed with astaxanthin containing gain enhanced tolerance and filter higher volume of water during ...

METHOD FOR SELECTION OF APPROPRIATE LOCATION TO REDUCE THE ATMOSPHERIC CARBON DIOXIDE THROUGH LARGE-SCALE IRON FERTILIZATION WITH LESS ACCUMULATION RATE OF VOLCANIC SULFUR COMPOUNDS

The objective of the present invention is to show that HNLC (high-nutrient-low-chlorophyll) regions may be formed by locking iron as sedimentary FeS/FeSat their hypoxic deep oceans in terms of sulfur compounds available from volcanic eruptions to be isolated from surrounding Oceans by Currents and Winds. Other 3 possible regions of LNHC (low-nutrient-high-chlorophyll), HNHC (high-nutrient-high-chlorophyll) and LNLC (low-nutrient-low-chlorophyll) are also explained by the relative degree of the accumulation rates of iron and sulfur, which implies the importance of desolate areas of deserts and volcanoes for the living organisms on Earth. Appropriate locations and schemes for large-scale sequestration of atmospheric COare suggested to be far from volcanoes, earthquakes and boundaries of tectonic plates for less availability of sulfur compounds. 1. A method of selecting an appropriate location for the large-scale sequestration of atmospheric CO , the method comprising:selecting a location far from sources of volcanoes, earthquakes and boundaries of tectonic plates for less availability of sulfur compounds.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:deploying Fe-replete eco-friendly composite on ocean surface in the selected location such that Fe-replete complex stays in a long period time within 100 m surface ocean with aid of Fe-replete eco-friendly composite to avoid chemical conversion of iron to iron sulfide and enhance phytoplankton digestion of iron.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the Fe-replete eco-friendly composite is obtained from natural desert dust claim 2 , clay claim 2 , volcanic ash claim 2 , mucilaginous cyanobacteria and agar.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein iron input for algal blooms is not bulk scale additions of direct iron or iron sulfate chemicals claim 2 , but deploying natural clays or soils with content of iron in a range of 3.5 to 18 wt % as observed in the Continent or west Australia along with volcanic ash desulfurized by rainfall ...

DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCED BIOMASS GROWTH IN GREENHOUSES

Devices, systems and methods for using photosynthetic biomass to purify water, reduce indoor air pollution, remove greenhouse gases including COfrom outdoor atmospheric air, and produce biofuel, food products, and fertilizer are provided herein. Also provided herein are systems and methods for enhancing growth of a photosynthetic biomass in a greenhouse. 1. A system for capturing CO2 from the atmosphere and treating water , the system comprising:(a) an enclosure having an interior comprising one or more aquatic macrophytes;(b) a water inlet opening in the enclosure configured to allow contaminated water to enter the enclosure and contact the aquatic macrophytes; and{'sub': 2', '2, '(c) a solid sorbent configured to capture COin air exterior to the enclosure and release the captured COto the interior of the enclosure.'}2Eichhornia, Spirodela, Salvinia, Azolla, Lemna, Pistia. The system of claim 1 , wherein the aquatic macrophytes comprise claim 1 , heartleaf claim 1 , duckweed claim 1 , or members of the duckweed family.34.-. (canceled)5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the enclosure comprises a plurality of vertically arranged tiers comprising the aquatic macrophytes.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein each tier is in fluid communication with a separate solid sorbent.78.-. (canceled)9. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an artificial light source configured to provide light to the aquatic macrophytes.10. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a passive power source selected from the group consisting of a solar panel claim 1 , a wind turbine claim 1 , a hydroelectric generator claim 1 , and a thermal energy converter.11. The system of claim 1 , wherein the contaminated water is a lake claim 1 , a pond claim 1 , a stream claim 1 , a river claim 1 , a canal claim 1 , agricultural runoff claim 1 , or a reservoir.12. (canceled)13. The system of claim 1 , wherein the contaminant is a nitrogen-containing compound comprising a nitrate claim 1 , nitrite claim 1 , ...

DEVICES FOR WATER TREATMENT

A device for use in water comprising a carrier having an interior cavity and one or more openings allowing ingress to and egress from the interior cavity; and a moss contained within the interior cavity in which the carrier completely encloses the moss. 1. A method of treating water comprising contacting water with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove cations other than hydrogen ions from the water. This application is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/961,219, filed Aug. 7, 2013, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/719,458, filed Dec. 19, 2012, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/494,657, filed Jun. 12, 2012, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/327,073, filed Dec. 15, 2011, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/048,239, filed Mar. 15, 2011, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/854,397, filed Aug. 11, 2010, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/625,876, filed Nov. 25, 2009, now abandoned, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/392,241, filed Feb. 25, 2009, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,625,486 B2, issued Dec. 1, 2009, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 11/106,049, filed Apr. 14, 2005, now U.S. Pat. No. 7,497,947 B2, issued Mar. 3, 2009, which claims the benefit of provisional application Ser. No. 60/562,196, filed Apr. 14, 2004, the contents of each of which are hereby incorporated herein by reference.This invention relates to devices for water treatment, and in particular relates to devices comprising sphagnum moss.There are many types of water treatment systems, such as filtration and cleaning systems for swimming pools and aquariums. Many of these systems filter the water to remove suspended matter and reduce the cloudy appearance of the water. Preventing bacterial growth in water and removing contaminants from water are significant industrial, as well as household, problems. For example, industrial effluent should be cleaned ...

Digestion of Waste Activated Sludge with Algae

Phagotrophic algae are used in connection with aerobic or anaerobic digestion of solids, especially waste activated sludge (WAS), to more efficiently digest solids and to meet, over a shorter period of time, volatile solids standards and specific oxygen uptake rate requirements as well as pathogen reduction requirements. 1. A method for effecting efficient digestion of waste activated sludge (WAS) in a wastewater treatment plant , comprising:introducing phagotrophic algae to WAS, to produce a WAS-algae mixture,subjecting the WAS-algae mixture to digestive conditions in a digestion process,maintaining the WAS-algae mixture in the digestion process for a period of time sufficient that preselected VS, SOUR and pathogen targets have been met in the digested mixture, andremoving the resulting digested biomass from the digestion process.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the WAS-algae mixture is subjected to aerobic digestion claim 1 , in a continuous process wherein the algae is introduced to the WAS in a first digestion stage or zone in which retention time is sufficient to allow the algae to establish into a stable population by consuming microbes claim 1 , while moving a portion of the WAS-algae mixture out of the first stage or zone and into one or more further digestion stages or zones wherein retention time is sufficient to meet said targets claim 1 , and including bringing additional WAS into the first stage on a continuous basis while removing digestive biomass that has met said targets.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the WAS-algae mixture is subjected to aerobic digestion claim 1 , in a continuous claim 1 , staged digestion process wherein the algae is introduced to the WAS in a first digestion stage in which retention time is sufficient to allow the algae to establish into a stable population by consuming microbes claim 1 , and at intervals claim 1 , moving a portion of the WAS-algae mixture out of the first stage and to one or more further digestion stages ...

METHODS OF INHIBITING MICROORGANISM GROWTH USING MOSS

The invention provides a method of inhibiting microorganism growth comprising contacting a substance susceptible to microorganism growth with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to inhibit microorganism growth, wherein the moss is selected from the group consisting of and mixtures thereof. 1sphagnum papillosum, sphagnum cristatum,. A method of treating water comprising contacting water with an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove cations other than hydrogen ions from the water , wherein the moss is selected from the group consisting of and mixtures thereof , and wherein the water is water in a spa , pool , or aquarium.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cations are calcium ions.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cations are iron ions.4sphagnum papillosum.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is5sphagnum cristatum.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is6sphagnum papillosum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises only.7sphagnum cristatum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises only.8sphagnum papillosumsphagnum cristatum. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss comprises a mixture of and only.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss is compressed.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the moss is in the form of strips.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss has been sterilized.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the moss has been washed with an acidic solution.13. The method of claim 12 , wherein the moss has been washed with a solution of acetic acid.14. The method of claim 12 , wherein the moss has been washed with an acidic solution and then washed with a salt solution.15. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in a spa.16. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in a pool.17. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water is water in an aquarium. This application is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 14/722,424, filed May 27, 2015, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 14/531, ...

VERMICOMPOSTING METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONVERSION AND TREATMENT OF ORGANIC WASTE STREAMS

A vermicomposting system for treating waste water streams that includes a pretreatment stage for converting liquid or semi-liquid organic waste streams into a feedstock for vermicomposting; a vermicomposting digestion stage having populations of worms and beneficial bacteria which consume and break down organic material and nutrients present in the feedstock from the pretreatment stage to create worm castings, vermicompost, and a liquid compost tea that contains plant nutrients, plant growth promoting substances, and beneficial bacteria; and a post-treatment stage in which the liquid compost tea is removed for use as an soil amendment or inoculant, or is further treated in a separate containment tank where nutrients and oxygen levels are controlled to increase specific bacterial and fungal populations. 1. A vermicomposting system for treating waste water streams , comprising:a pretreatment stage for converting liquid or semi-liquid organic waste streams into a feedstock for vermicomposting;a vermicomposting digestion stage having populations of worms and beneficial bacteria which consume and break down organic material and nutrients present in the feedstock from the pretreatment stage to create worm castings, vermicompost, and a liquid runoff including compost tea that contains plant nutrients, plant growth promoting substances, and beneficial bacteria; anda post-treatment stage in which the liquid compost tea is removed for use as an soil amendment or inoculant, or is further treated in a separate containment tank where nutrients and oxygen levels are controlled to increase specific bacterial and fungal populations.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said pretreatment stage includes a bio-solids separator system that includes containment tanks layered with a worm bed upper layer and an aerobic digester in a lower layer to break down the organic material claim 1 , assist in separating the solids claim 1 , and to inoculate the waste stream with a population of ...

REMOVAL AND INHIBITION OF SCALE AND INHIBITION OF CORROSION BY USE OF MOSS

Methods of removing scale and inhibiting scale formation on a surface in an aqueous system are provided that include contacting a surface susceptible to scale formation or having a scale with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove some or all of the scale or inhibit scale formation on the surface. Methods of inhibiting corrosion on a surface in an aqueous system are provided that include contacting a surface susceptible to corrosion with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to inhibit corrosion on the surface. 1. A method of inhibiting corrosion on a surface in an aqueous system comprising contacting a surface susceptible to corrosion with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to inhibit corrosion on the surface.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is in the form of leaves or parts of leaves.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is in the form of compressed leaves or parts of leaves.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is placed in a carrier.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the carrier is a mesh bag.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is placed in a contact chamber.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the aqueous system is a spa claim 1 , swimming pool claim 1 , aquarium claim 1 , splash deck claim 1 , water tower claim 1 , holding tank claim 1 , cooling tower claim 1 , water bottle claim 1 , toilet claim 1 , boiler claim 1 , ship hull claim 1 , or steam generator.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the aqueous system is a cooling tower.9. The method of claim 7 , wherein the aqueous system is a water tower.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the solution is prepared and then contacted with the surface.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the solution is prepared in situ by placing non-decomposed moss in the aqueous system.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the amount of non-decomposed ...

CLOSED LOOP FISH AND PLANT FARMING STRUCTURE AND METHOD

A system, method and structure are presented to allow water from a fish tank to be pumped upward to an aquaponic trough on the top floor in a multi-floor greenhouse structure, from which the water will have a gravity-fed and unpumped flow to lower troughs. Furthermore, the application describes a plumbing system to control the feed of pumped and gravity fed water through the various aquaponic troughs and back to the fish tank at predetermined intervals. 1. An aquaponics system comprising: the fish growing area having at least one fish tank, the at least one fish tank configured to contain fish and nutrient water;', 'the greenhouse consisting of four levels:, 'a housing, the housing including a fish growing area and a green house,'} the second level, the third level and the fourth level each having a floor through which air can readily pass between levels,', 'each level having at least one growing trough, on the second level, third level and fourth level the growing troughs having a substrate for growing plants contained therein and a nutrient water retaining region underlying the substrate,', 'on the first level the at least one growing trough comprises a nutrient water retaining reservoir;, 'a first level, a second level above the first level, a third level above the second level, and a fourth level above the third level;'}the at least one fish tank and all of the troughs are in fluid communication via a plumbing system, the plumbing system includes conduit for transporting the nutrient water to and from the troughs and the at least one fish tank, the plumbing system configured to pass the nutrient water through the system in the following intervals:i) from the at least one fish tank to the at least one growing trough on the fourth level,ii) from the at least one growing trough on the fourth level to the at least one growing trough on the third level,iii) from the at least one growing trough on the third level to the at least one growing trough on the second level, ...

OPTIMALLY-CONTROLLED HYBRID PHYTOREMEDIATION SYSTEM

A method for treating chemicals below ground is provided. The system includes contacting the chemicals with a rhizosphere to maximize transpiration rate and minimize over-saturation of the rhizosphere. Also provided is a method for using contaminated groundwater as a sole source of irrigation. The method uses extracting the contaminated water and pumping the extracted water to an irrigation zone under the control of an autonomous irrigation system. Each zone includes some trees and the root system for each tree is modified to function as a treatment cell. The invention also provides a system for treating contaminated water, using a contaminated water source situated below ground surface. The system uses a pump for extracting contaminated water from the water source and prevents the contaminated water from directly contacting the atmosphere above the ground surface. Vegetation which defines an underground rhizosphere is adapted to directly receive the water. 1. A system for treating chemicals in a non-ambient atmosphere , the system comprising directing the chemicals with a rhizosphere of natural vegetation at a flow volume and for a time to increase transpiration rate , increase microbial activities , and minimize over-saturation of the rhizosphere.2. The system as recited in wherein the flow volume and time are based on data points selected from the group consisting of weather conditions claim 1 , soil moisture claim 1 , sap flow rates claim 1 , plume size claim 1 , plume reduction time windows claim 1 , water yield from contaminated water-bearing zones claim 1 , and combinations thereof.3. The system as recited in wherein flow volume is limited to contaminant-laden water claim 1 , wherein the chemicals are in the water.4. The system as recited in wherein the rhizosphere is not in fluid communication with surface water.5. A method for using contaminated groundwater as a source of irrigation claim 1 , the method comprising:a) extracting the contaminated water;b) ...

HORIZONTAL FLOW BIOFILTER SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF

A horizontal flow water treatment method and wetland biofilter apparatus provides a chamber with impermeable outer walls spaced away from permeable interior walls of a media filtration bed such that a catch basin is formed between the outer walls and the interior walls. The catch basin creates an open area around the perimeter of the interior walls for influent water to fill within the open area before penetrating the filtration media, providing a large surface area for influent water to interact with the media filtration bed. The influent water enters the catch basin in a horizontal flow path to provide for pre-settling of particulates before making contact with the filtration media. The biofilter design increases the available surface area of the media filtration bed by up to four times for a given volume of water, and thereby minimizes the loading or infiltration rate on the media filtration bed. 1. A biofilter chamber comprising:one or more outer side walls defining a first chamber;a first media filtration bed disposed within the first chamber and enclosed by one or more permeable inner side walls, the inner side walls being separated from the outer side walls by a void area for receiving an influent.2. The biofilter chamber of further comprising an outlet opening portion connected an outside of the first chamber claim 1 , the outlet opening configured to receive the filtered influent.3. The biofilter chamber of further comprising a second void area defined by one or more permeable inner side wall claim 1 , the inner side wall being separated from the outer side walls and the second void area in fluid communication to the outlet opening.4. The biofilter chamber of further comprising a permeable collection tube disposed within the first media filtration bed configured to collect the influent from the first media filtration bed as filtered influent and communicate the filtered influent to the outlet opening.5. The biofilter chamber of further comprising a second ...

TARGETED POLLUTANT RELEASE IN MICROORGANISMS

A method of using algae to remove a contaminant or pollutant from a first fluid is provided. The method can include providing a growing apparatus having a first reservoir containing the first fluid and a second reservoir containing a second fluid, and growing the algae using the growing apparatus. The method can further include exposing the algae to the first fluid within the first reservoir where the algae uptakes the contaminant or pollutant from the first fluid, and exposing the algae via a belt to the second fluid in the second reservoir where the algae is stimulated to release the contaminant or pollutant. 1. A method of using algae to remove a pollutant from a first fluid , the method comprising:providing a growing apparatus having a first reservoir containing the first fluid and a second reservoir containing a second fluid;growing the algae using the growing apparatus;exposing the algae to the first fluid within the first reservoir wherein the algae uptakes the pollutant from the first fluid; andexposing the algae via a belt to the second fluid in the second reservoir wherein the algae is stimulated to release the pollutant.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising following release of the pollutant claim 1 , the algae is then brought back to the first reservoir to uptake additional pollutants.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the belt comprises a coating.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the belt moves in a continuous manner.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the belt comprises a surface and microorganisms growing on the surface.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the belt comprises bacteria claim 1 , fungi claim 1 , the algae claim 1 , or a combination thereof.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pollutant is nitrogen claim 1 , phosphorous claim 1 , potassium claim 1 , carbon claim 1 , a toxic metal claim 1 , a salt claim 1 , a pharmaceutical claim 1 , a pharmaceutical and personal care product claim 1 , or a hormone.8. The method of claim 1 , ...

SCALABLE, BIOREGENERATIVE CROP AND ENERGY PRODUCTION SYSTEM FOR TERRESTRIAL AND NON-TERRESTRIAL USE

A method and system for self-contained growth and harvesting of plant and animal foodstuffs and energy generation for terrestrial and non-terrestrial uses. The system can be self-contained and sealed from an ambient atmosphere wherein sufficient oxygen and carbon dioxide levels are maintained (bio-regenerative) to support human life. The system and method may utilize aquaculture and hydroponic plant growth with a digester for converting waste into nutrients. Water may circulate among the digester, aquaculture tanks and hydroponic growth tanks. The method may be scalable to support varying quantities of human life. The system and method may generate energy and consume greater quantities of carbon dioxide than generated. The system may be energy self-sufficient utilizing solar, wind or other energy sources such as generated methane gas. 120-. (canceled)21. A self-contained system having at least one enclosure for growing food and generating energy comprising:(a) one or more enclosures;(b) at least one first tank within the enclosure structured for hydroponic growth of plants;(c) at least one second tank within the enclosure structured for growth of aquatic animals and containing reproducing plant or algae;(d) an anerobic digester structured to transform organic waste by-products collected from the second tank into nutrients that can be conveyed to the first tank;(e) a piping and pump component structured to convey and circulate water among the second tank, the digester, and the first tank;(f) one or more aquatic animals within the second tank wherein the animals produce a sufficient quantity of animal waste that can be transformed into a sufficient quantity of water conveyable nutrients to allow plant growth within the first tank;(g) a quantity of plants in the first tank to cleanse the water of nitrogen and ammonia to be convey to the second tank; and(h) wherein the quantity of nutrients a produced by the animals of the second tank to grow the plants of the first ...

UNPOWERED WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM FOR A RIVERFRONT LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTED WETLAND

The invention discloses an unpowered water purification system for a riverfront landscape constructed wetland, comprising a riparian wetland constructed along a lake-land ecotone of a river, lake-pond. The riparian wetland comprises a plurality of alternatively arranged wetland islands and watercourses formed between them. The bottom surface of the riparian wetland is lower than the normal water level of the river, lake-pond, and the upper surface of the wetlands is flush with the normal water level of the river, lake-pond. Plants are planted on the wetlands. A revetment is constructed between the riparian wetland and the river, lake-pond, and its upper surface is between the bottom surface of the riparian wetland and the upper surface of the wetlands. The invention achieves good purification and landscape effects. The purification system has some advantages such as good landscape effects, simple management without energy and power consumption, and thus is durable and stable. 161622632342563562. An unpowered water purification system for a riverfront landscape constructed wetland comprises: a riparian wetland () constructed along a lake-land ecotone () of a river , lake-pond , wherein the riparian wetland () comprises a plurality of alternatively arranged wetland islands () and watercourses formed between adjacent wetland islands () , the bottom surface of the riparian wetland () being lower than the normal water level of the river , lake-pond () , and the upper surface of the wetland islands () being flush with the normal water level of the river , lake-pond () , a plant () being planted on the wetland island (); and a revetment () constructed between the riparian wetland () and the river , lake-pond () , wherein the upper surface of the revetment () is between the bottom surface of the riparian wetland () and the upper surface of the wetland islands ().266356. The unpowered water purification system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the width of the riparian wetland ...

Stormwater Treatment System

A linear stormwater treatment system is provided. The system utilizes plant growth in a medium to treat storm water and other runoff water. The medium is contained in a non-permeable container having an inlet for stormwater and an outlet for treated water. Root zone growth and the medium itself operate to filter and purify the stormwater, and contain the contaminants, providing controlled and environmentally friendly water treatment. 1. A linear stormwater treatment system comprising:a chamber having a linear orientation, a semicircular cross-section, and having an open face with an upwardly facing orientation such that the diameter of the semicircular cross section is facing upward;a quantity of medium within the chamber;a quantity of plant growth within the chamber, a root zone of the plant growth being in the medium;a fluid inlet configured to allow a fluid flow into and through the chamber, medium, and root zone.2. The linear stormwater treatment system of further comprising a settling tank having an outlet in fluid communication with the fluid inlet.3. The linear stormwater treatment system of wherein the system is positioned adjacent to a parking lot claim 1 , a drain of the parking lot in communication with the fluid inlet.4. The linear stormwater treatment system of further comprising a recycle flow claim 1 , such that at least a portion of a fluid exiting the chamber is returned to the fluid inlet.5. The linear stormwater treatment system of wherein the recycle flow is through a pipe claim 4 , the pipe containing a treatment medium claim 4 , the treatment medium providing further treatment to the recycle flow.6. The linear stormwater treatment system of further comprising a computer controlled valve positioned on the fluid inlet claim 1 , the computer controlled valve configured to allow claim 1 , prevent claim 1 , and control a flow through the fluid inlet claim 1 , depending on a valve position.7. The linear stormwater treatment system of wherein the ...

REMOVAL AND INHIBITION OF SCALE AND INHIBITION OF CORROSION BY USE OF MOSS

Methods of removing scale and inhibiting scale formation on a surface in an aqueous system are provided that include contacting a surface susceptible to scale formation or having a scale with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove some or all of the scale or inhibit scale formation on the surface. Methods of inhibiting corrosion on a surface in an aqueous system are provided that include contacting a surface susceptible to corrosion with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to inhibit corrosion on the surface. 1. A method of removing scale from a surface in an aqueous system comprising contacting a surface having a scale with a solution comprising an amount of a non-decomposed moss effective to remove some or all of the scale from the surface.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is in the form of leaves or parts of leaves.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is in the form of compressed leaves or parts of leaves.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is placed in a carrier.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the carrier is a mesh bag.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the non-decomposed moss is placed in a contact chamber.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the aqueous system is a spa claim 1 , swimming pool claim 1 , aquarium claim 1 , splash deck claim 1 , water tower claim 1 , holding tank claim 1 , cooling tower claim 1 , water bottle claim 1 , toilet claim 1 , boiler claim 1 , ship hull claim 1 , or steam generator.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the aqueous system is a cooling tower.9. The method of claim 7 , wherein the aqueous system is a water tower.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the solution is prepared and then contacted with the surface.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the solution is prepared in situ by placing non-decomposed moss in the aqueous system.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the amount of non- ...

WETLAND ROOF TECHNOLOGY FOR TREATING DOMESTIC WASTEWATER

A wetland roof system and method for treating domestic waste water is disclosed which comprises a container having three sections and a L/W ratio greater than 10, a gravel layer deposited at the bottom of the container at a first thickness, a crushed stone layer deposited directly on top of the gravel layer having a second thickness, a sand layer deposited directly on top of the crushed stone layer having a third thickness, a soil layer deposited directly on top of the sand layer having a fourth thickness, and a plant layer growing from said soil layer at a predetermined density. 1. A wetland roof system for treating domestic waste water , comprising:a container comprising a first section, a second section, and a third section formed by a first divider and a second divider, wherein said first divider starts from one side but does not touch the other side of said container, and said second divider starts from the opposite side but does not touch the other side of said container so that said domestic waste water flows from said first section to said third section, said container having a length and a width whose length to width ratio is greater than 10, wherein said domestic waste water is pumped into said first section and extracted from said third section;a gravel layer deposited at the bottom of said container at a first thickness;a crushed stone layer deposited directly on top of said gravel layer having a second thickness;a sand layer deposited directly on top of said crushed stone layer having a third thickness;a soil layer deposited directly on top of said sand layer having a fourth thickness; anda plant layer growing from said soil layer at a predetermined density.2. The wetland roof system of wherein said first thickness is 50 mm claim 1 , said second thickness is 120 mm claim 1 , said third thickness is 20 mm claim 1 , and said fourth thickness is 10 mm.3. The wetland roof system of wherein said container has a length of 1.8 meters claim 1 , a width of 0.6 ...

WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS

The instant disclosure is directed towards methods of treating wastewater and related systems, where the system includes: a first zone comprising at least one anaerobic tank, and a second zone comprising at least one engineered wetland. In some embodiments, the system includes a third zone comprising at least one bauxite residue cell. 1. A method of treating wastewater , comprising: a bottom and at least one sidewall,', 'an influent end and an effluent end in liquid communication with a control volume in the tank, wherein the control volume is configured to retain wastewater;, 'flowing a wastewater stream through at least one anaerobic settling and treatment tank, wherein the anaerobic settling and treatment tank comprises a baffle located adjacent to the influent end and configured to distribute the flow of wastewater into the tank; and', 'at least one member configured between the baffle and the effluent end wall, wherein the member configured to promote mixing and flow distribution of the wastewater, and', 'a settling promoter configured along the effluent end sidewall and configured to promote settling of solids prior to discharge from the effluent end;', 'wherein the baffle configuration is configured to flow wastewater through the tank along at least one predetermined flow path at a surface overflow rate of at least 0.25 m/hr; and, 'wherein the tank further comprises a baffle configuration, includingtreating the wastewater in the anaerobic settling and treatment tank via the baffle configuration and surface over flow rate to remove at least 75% of organics from the wastewater stream to provide a low organics wastewater stream;flowing a low organics wastewater stream into an engineered wetland from the anaerobic settling treatment tank effluent, wherein the engineered wetland is in liquid communication with the anaerobic settling and treatment tank;aerating the low organics wastewater stream, wherein aerating the low organics wastewater is sufficient to sustain ...

Production of Cyanobacterial or Algal Biomass Using Chitin as a Nitrogen Source

A process of growing a culture of cyanobacteria or algae using chitin or chitosan as a source of nitrogen for photosynthetic growth is described. This process can be used to remove pollutants from nitrogen-deficient natural waters or wastewaters. Biomass that results from photosynthetic growth on chitin can be used, either as whole cells or the isolated components of the cells, for a large variety of commercial purposes. 1. A method of treating water to remove at least one pollutant comprising the steps of:mixing a composition comprising at least one polymer selected from the group consisting of chitin and chitosan, and water;inoculating the mixture with at least one photosynthetic organism that uses chitin or chitosan, or a breakdown product of chitin or chitosan metabolism as a nitrogen source;exposing the inoculated mixture to light;exposing the mixture to carbon dioxide;detecting growth of the at least one photosynthetic organism that uses chitin or chitosan, or a breakdown product of chitin or chitosan metabolism as a nitrogen source;monitoring a level of pollutant in the inoculated mixture; andseparating the solids of the inoculated mixture from the aqueous phase upon reaching a desired level of the at least one pollutant, wherein the aqueous phase has a reduced level of the pollutant.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said method further comprises the step of inoculating the mixture with a heterotroph that supports the growth of said at least one photosynthetic organism that uses chitin or chitosan claim 1 , or a breakdown product of chitin or chitosan metabolism as a nitrogen source.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said water has a source selected from the group consisting of a pulp mill claim 1 , a paper mill claim 1 , a well claim 1 , groundwater claim 1 , a pond claim 1 , a lake claim 1 , and a river.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein said at least one pollutant is selected from the group consisting of phosphorous claim 1 , metals claim 1 , ...

RECYCLING SYSTEM FOR TREATMING SEWAGE OF ECOLOGICAL FARM

Disclosed is a recycling system for treating sewage of an ecological farm, including an external water source, a living area producing domestic sewage, a culture area producing breeding sewage and a farmland area producing agricultural drainage. The external water source feeds water to an ecological river, a water-saving irrigation system of the farmland area, the living area and the culture area through a water-diversion system. A first channel configured to discharge the domestic sewage from the living area is communicated with the water-saving irrigation system through a domestic sewage treatment system. A second channel configured to discharge the breeding sewage from the culture area is communicated with the water-saving irrigation system through a breeding sewage treatment system. 1. A recycling system for treating sewage of an ecological farm , comprising:an external water source;a living area producing domestic sewage;a culture area producing breeding sewage; anda farmland area producing agricultural drainage;wherein:the external water source feeds water to an ecological river, a water-saving irrigation system of the farmland area, the living area and the culture area through a water-diversion system;a first channel configured to discharge the domestic sewage from the living area is communicated with the water-saving irrigation system through a domestic sewage treatment system;a second channel configured to discharge the breeding sewage from the culture area is communicated with the water-saving irrigation system through a breeding sewage treatment system;a third channel configured to discharge the agricultural drainage from the farmland area are communicated with the ecological river and an ecological pond through an agricultural drainage purifying system; and a valve I-A and a valve I-B are respectively provided at the ecological river and the ecological pond;the ecological river is communicated with the ecological pond and a downstream water system; and a ...

Algal System for Improving Water Quality

The disclosure describes an algal system for improving water quality through the use of algae. In example embodiments, the algal system comprises an elongate device including algae enclosed therein and capable of reducing at least the levels of nitrates and phosphates in water directed through the device. The algae may be capable of also reducing E. coli bacteria, other bacteria, and viruses in the water. Preferably, the algae comprises a filamentous green algae, including without limitation, Spirogyra grevilleana algae. In one example embodiment, the algal system comprises an elongate device and an elongate cartridge that is pre-configured to treat certain chemical compounds, bacteria, and viruses, and certain other characteristics of water. The cartridge is delivered to the site where the water is to be treated and installed in the field, possibly replacing an existing cartridge. After use, algae may be processed into biofuel.

DUAL-COMPARTMENT BIOREACTOR FOR USE IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND ALGAL PRODUCTION

A dual compartment bioreactor system includes a heterotrophic bioreactor, an autotrophic bioreactor, and a membrane between the autotrophic bioreactor and the heterotrophic bioreactor. The autotrophic bioreactor includes a transparent outer wall. Each population benefits from the products of the metabolism of the other. Methods for wastewater treatment and algal production utilize the system. 1. A dual compartment bioreactor system comprising:a first compartment containing heterotrophic organisms;a second compartment containing autotrophic organisms; anda membrane subsystem in operational contact with the first compartment and the second compartment;wherein the membrane subsystem is configured to permit transport of at least one of gases and solutes from the first compartment to the second compartment; andwherein the membrane subsystem is configured to permit transport of at least one of gases and solutes from the second compartment to the first compartment.2. The dual compartment bioreactor system of claim 1 , wherein the second compartment comprises a transparent outer wall that allows passage of visible light.3. The dual compartment bioreactor system of claim 1 , further comprising:a magnetic cleaner configured to clean at least one surface of at least one membrane of the membrane subsystem.4. The dual compartment bioreactor system of claim 1 , wherein the membrane subsystem consists of a one membrane; and wherein the membrane is in physical contact with the first compartment and the second compartment.5. The dual compartment bioreactor system of claim 1 , wherein the second compartment circumferentially surrounds the first compartment.6. The dual compartment bioreactor system of claim 1 , further comprising:a magnetic cleaner configured to clean one or more surfaces of one or more membranes of the membrane subsystem.7. The dual compartment bioreactor system of claim 6 , wherein the magnetic cleaner comprises:an electromagnet mounted on an external surface of a ...

Floating Treatment Bed for Plants

Contaminating material is extracted from a body of water by providing a floating bed on which plants such as Cat Tails can be grown with their roots hanging into the body of water over an area where extraction of contaminating material from the body of water is required, growing the plants to take up the contaminating material from the body of water and harvesting the upstanding plant mass by moving the bed to a harvesting machine which cuts away the plant mass leaving at least part of the root mass to continue growing into a new season. The bed can be returned to a location for the next season. 1. A method for extraction of contaminating material from a body of water comprising:forming a floating bed on which terrestrial plants can be grown with their roots hanging into the body of water;locating the floating bed over an area where extraction of contaminating material from the body of water is required;growing the terrestrial plants so as to form a root mass in the water and an upstanding plant mass;growing the terrestrial plants to take up the contaminating material from the body of water;and harvesting the upstanding plant mass leaving at least part of the root mass to continue growing into a new season;wherein there is provided a step of agitating a bed of the body of water in the area of the floating bed to lift the contaminating material to the roots;wherein equipment used for agitation is positioned into the water from the floating bed which is arranged at a water surface such that the floating bed where the terrestrial plants are grown thereon is in spaced relation above the bed of the body of water which includes sediment containing contaminating material.2. The method of wherein the contaminating material is phosphate in lake water.3. The method of wherein the bed is agitated by aeration.4. The method of wherein the bed is agitated by pumping water.5. The method of wherein the bed is agitated by stirring the water.6. The method of wherein the floating bed ...

SYMBIOTIC ALGAE SYSTEM

According to present disclosure, there is disclosed an algae growth and cultivation system that provides a cost-efficient means of producing algae biomass as feedstock for algae-based products, such as, biofuel manufacture, and desirably impacts alternative/renewable energy production, nutrient recovery from waste streams, and valued byproducts production. The system as discussed herein is an integrated systems approach to wastewater treatment, algal strains selection for byproducts production, and recycle of algal-oil extraction waste or additional algae harvested as feedstock for fertilizer production. Embodiments of a system as discussed herein present an economically viable algae production system and process that allows algae-derived products such as biofuels, fertilizer, etc. to compete with petroleum products in the marketplace. 1. A symbiotic algae system comprising:a first algal growth component, wherein the first algal growth component includes a heterotrophic organism, and wherein the first algal growth component produces a first effluent and an off-gas; anda second algal growth component fluidly coupled to the first algal growth component, wherein the second algal growth component includes at least one organism from the group of: a photoautotrophic organism, a mixotrophic organism, and a heterotrophic organism, andwherein the second algal growth component receives, as a first input, the first effluent and the first off-gas and produces a second effluent and a second off-gas; andwherein the second effluent and the second off-gas are received as inputs to the first algal growth component.2. A symbiotic algae system according to claim 1 , wherein the first algal growth component claim 1 , receives claim 1 , as an additional input claim 1 , an effluent input or a waste input claim 1 , and wherein the additional input and the second effluent include a nitrogen and a phosphorous.3. A symbiotic algae system according to claim 2 , wherein the first algal ...