Integrated Optimization of Cryptosporidium Inactivation and Bromate Formation Control in Ozone Contactors

The primary objective of this research was to develop process operation and design recommendations for the simultaneous control of C. parvum oocysts and bromate during ozone disinfection. Elucidation of factors affecting the level of C. parvum inactivation and bromate formation, such as source water characteristics and ozone contactor operating conditions, was pursued by computer simulation along with a wide range of experiments with lab- and pilot-scale ozone contactors. The effect of the presence of natural organic matter (NOM) was incorporated into the model using grouped empirical reactions between NOM and oxidants. Finally, a user-friendly software was developed to serve as a tool for engineers involved in the design and operation of ozone disinfection systems, plant operators responsible for optimizing system operation and demonstrating regulatory compliance, and government officials in charge of developing drinking water regulations.

Name thesis:degree_name

Ph.D.

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Civl and Environmental Engineering

Grantor

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Year dc:date

2015

Author dc:creator

• Kim, Jaehong

Contributors dc:contributor

• Mariñas, Benito J.

• Engineering, Environmental

Language dc:language

eng

Identifier

(MiAaPQ)AAI3070351

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:www.ideals.illinois.edu:2142/83196