Table 1 Physical properties of prepared membranes at different polymer blend ratios.
From: Superior forward osmosis cellulosic membrane for water desalination and brine concentration
Membrane blend ratio (CA/PS) | Water up take rate (%) | Porosity (%) | Contact angle | Tensile strength (MPa) | Thickness (µm) | Tortuosity (τ) | S (µm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
100/0 | 84 | 80.9 | 22o | 79 | 105 | 1.75 | 227 |
90/10 | 81.9 | 78.5 | 23.6o | 79 | 122 | 1.88 | 292 |
80/20 | 78.5 | 76.76 | 25.90° | 79 | 134 | 1.98 | 345 |
CA-NW 100 | 67 | 56 | 64 | 9.5 | 125 | 3.7 | 825 |
