Sulfonated polymer membrane technology for cheaper and less energy-intensive water desalination. This technology can withstand higher pressures, allowing for higher water flux and transport rates. These higher rates increase efficiency while lowering costs. The membrane's structure gives it ion selectivity, low electrical resistance, wet and dry mechanical strength, and good dimensional stability in wet and dry conditions. The membrane's resistance to chlorine also makes it a better option than conventional materials that lack chlorine resistance because it avoids the pretreatment process. This technology can also be applied using current commercial coating and laminating lines, allowing for higher scalability. These polymers also have a high moisture vapor transmission rate, making it more reliable and less energy-intensive in humidification and dehumidification processes.
