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http://dx.doi.org/10.4491/KSEE.2016.38.7.387

Investigation and Evaluation of Algae Removal Technologies Applied in Domestic Rivers and Lakes  

Byeon, Kyu Deok (Civil & Environmental Engineering, Hanbat National University)
Kim, Ga Young (Civil & Environmental Engineering, Hanbat National University)
Lee, Inju (Civil & Environmental Engineering, Hanbat National University)
Lee, Saeromi (Korea Institute of Civil Engineering & Building Technology, Environmental & Plant Engineering Research Institute)
Park, Jaeroh (Korea Institute of Civil Engineering & Building Technology, Environmental & Plant Engineering Research Institute)
Hwang, Taemun (Korea Institute of Civil Engineering & Building Technology, Environmental & Plant Engineering Research Institute)
Joo, Jin Chul (Civil & Environmental Engineering, Hanbat National University)
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Journal of Korean Society of Environmental Engineers / v.38, no.7, 2016 , pp. 387-394 More about this Journal
Abstract
Commercial 28 algae removal technologies that have been applied in domestic rivers and lakes with green tide were investigated, analyzed and classified. The classification of algae removal technologies was based on the three criteria (i.e., principle, flow rate of water body, and application period). Also, algae removal technologies were evaluated in terms of cost effectiveness, field applicability, effect durability, and eco friendliness. From the analysis results, technologies using physical, chemical, biological, and convergent controls were 32.2%, 25%, 21.4%, and 21.4%, respectively. The 75% of technologies have been applied to stagnant water body (${\leq}0.2m/s$). Also, algae harvesting ship with dissolved air flotation, conveyor belt and filtration processes and natural floating coagulant were found to have better field applicability, compared to other technologies. However, proper algae removal technology in specific rivers and lakes should be chosen after the evaluation of long-term pilot scale field test. Also, development of energy and resource recovery technologies from algae biomass is warranted.
Keywords
Algae Biomass; Algae Removal Technologies; Classification; Cost Effectiveness; Field Applicability; Green Tide;
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