Mass transfer study for carbon dioxide capture in a gas-liquid membrane contactor

Human activities, such as industrial operations and the burning of fossil fuels, have significantly elevated carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the Earth's atmosphere. This rise in CO2 is widely recognized as a major contributor to global warming, extreme weather patterns, and ecological disruption. As the global need to reduce carbon emissions spreads, this study emphasizes the critical role of chemical engineering in developing new approaches, with a focus on the use of membrane contactors for CO2 capture as a viable strategy to combating climate change. The research aims to investigate and optimize the mass transfer mechanisms involved in CO2 capture using a gas-liquid membrane contactor. The membrane not only serves as a distinct interface between the two phases, but it also has a significant impact on the system’s overall efficiency. This project intends to improve the efficiency and scalability of CO2 capture technologies for industrial applications, with a specific focus on PTFE microporous membranes. While progress has been achieved, much work remains to completely integrate this approach with existing technologies. The gas-liquid membrane contactor provides several advantages, and one of the most attractive challenges over the last decade is the powerful CO2 capture.