Bibliographic citations
Llanos, M., (2021). Biodegradación de materia orgánica del efluente de un UASB mediante un reactor rotativo de contacto biológico utilizando como medio de soporte esponjas compactas con epóxico [Tesis, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería]. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14076/22308
Llanos, M., Biodegradación de materia orgánica del efluente de un UASB mediante un reactor rotativo de contacto biológico utilizando como medio de soporte esponjas compactas con epóxico [Tesis]. PE: Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería; 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14076/22308
@misc{renati/711838,
title = "Biodegradación de materia orgánica del efluente de un UASB mediante un reactor rotativo de contacto biológico utilizando como medio de soporte esponjas compactas con epóxico",
author = "Llanos Rojas, Max Ronald",
publisher = "Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería",
year = "2021"
}
In the present work, an RBC system (Rotating Biological Contactor) was designed using compact sponges with epoxy on a pilot scale as a secondary treatment alternative for the effluent from a UASB reactor. This system has 2 stages connected in series, in each one glass storages were built. As a support medium, compact cylindrical sponges dipped in epoxy paint were used, which by means of a threaded shaft and a motor will rotate constantly. The total monitoring time was divided into 3 stages with hydraulic rates 360 ml / min, 420 ml / min and 560 ml / min in periods of 6, 8 and 8 weeks respectively, and a constant rotation speed of 5 rpm. The main objective of this thesis was to find the efficiency of the biodegradation of organic matter with this new support medium under the established conditions. The daily measurement of physicochemical parameters such as Turbidity, pH, Conductivity, Temperature and Dissolved Oxygen (DO) was carried out, as well as the weekly measurement of bacteriological parameters such as BOD5, Solids and fecal coliforms. In addition, there was constant analysis and monitoring of the growth of the biofilm in both reactors, as well as verifying the correct operation of the mechanical equipment that was used in the research work. At the end of the investigation period, a high efficiency in terms of BOD5 removal is observed that this new RBC system presents even when the hydraulic rate is varied. Finally, it is concluded that the RBC system specifically with sponges is highly efficient in removing organic matter, it is compact, large areas are not required for its construction, and it is accessible in its operation and maintenance. With better design criteria it is a good alternative to use.
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