Nanoelectrokinetic purification device for a continuous peritoneal dialysate recycler

Wonseok Kim, Kihong Kim, Hajeong Lee, Yon Su Kim, Jung Chan Lee, Gun Yong Sung, Sung Jae Kim

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Abstract

Ion concentration polarization (ICP) phenomenon has been extensively researched for electro-desalination and purification applications because of its efficient capability of separating any charged species from brines. In this work, the ICP purifier, for the first time, was applied for a novel continuous peritoneal dialysate recycler. Most of charged hazardous substances were sufficiently removed by conventional ICP mechanisms. Moreover, slightly charged toxic molecule (creatinine) was mostly eliminated through nanoporous membrane, and uncharged toxic molecule (urea) was perfectly decomposed by electrochemical reactions. Based on the combined removal mechanisms confirmed in a micro/nanofluidic platform, a macro ICP purifier was finally demonstrated for practical applicability. We would expect significant advances in a quality of life for chronic kidney disease patients by this ICP purifier.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2017 IEEE 30th International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2017
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages319-322
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9781509050789
DOIs
StatePublished - 23 Feb 2017
Event30th IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2017 - Las Vegas, United States
Duration: 22 Jan 201726 Jan 2017

Publication series

NameProceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
ISSN (Print)1084-6999

Other

Other30th IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2017
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLas Vegas
Period22/01/1726/01/17

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