Journal of Nanostructures

Journal of Nanostructures

Adsorption for cadmium ions removal from wastewater using3D printed polylactic acid (PLA) filters-filtration system with synthesized Iron oxide (Hematite)

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Document Type : Research Paper

Authors
Noor M. Hammood
Nada N. Abdulrazzaq
Chemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq
Abstract
This study validated the efficiency of heavy metals, specifically cadmium ions, in wastewater.by PLA coating with iron oxide (hematite).Its special features encompass low cost-effectiveness and reduced production of residual waste, owing to its simple and uncomplicated design, and not requiring electrical power or difficult equipment for operation. Biopolymer is a cutting-edge technology in sustainable manufacturing. There is very limited study on the utilize of polymers in treating wastewater and fuel to remove heavy metals. One study used the filter method to remove arsenic in a large capacity. 129.87mg/g at PH 8. The process Was studied using various reaction parameters Including PH level, initial concentration pollutants, dose iron oxide coating PLA filter, infill density filter, and contact time. The tests revealed found that a removal of Cd(II) by PLA Filter with Coated Hematite was higher at pH 7.2 and the concentration of pollutants 300 mg/L, with Efficiency of removal 97.35%.and a maximum capacity of 134.835mg/g at 600 ppm.
Keywords
Heavy metals
cadmium ions
adsorption
co- precipitation process
Poly Lactic acid
Journal of Nanostructures

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 18 January 2025