On the repeatability and reproducibility of experimental two-chambered microbial fuel cells

Performance of low cost scalable air–cathode microbial fuel cell made from clayware separator using multiple electrodes

“…However, due to the complex nature of biological system and due to variation in environmental conditions (wastewater temperature and pH), the performance of MFC may get affected. Previous study reported a variation of 3.6% in COD removal and 30 mV in CCV when performance of four identical dual chamber MFC was evaluated (Larosa et al, 2009). The novelty of the present research lies in simplicity in design and use of inexpensive materials for fabrication of MFC.…”

Recent progress and perspectives in microbial fuel cells for bioenergy generation and wastewater treatment

“…COD removal and electricity production are directly related to the temperature of the process and therefore this factor was a crucial factor for the yield of the MFCs. The results ranged from 58% final COD removal and a maximum power of 15.1 mW·m −3 reactor during polarization (at 4°C) to 94% final COD removal and a maximum power of 174.0 mW·m −3 (at 35°C) for singlechamber MFCs [68].…”

New application of supported ionic liquids membranes as proton exchange membranes in microbial fuel cell for waste water treatment

“…After centrifugation (5000 rpm for 5 min) and filtration (0.45 lm pore diameter membrane filter), 2 mL aliquot was used for COD analysis. Chemical oxygen demand (COD) was measured using the methods described in APHA (Larrosa et al [4]). Voltage was also monitored with a continuous voltage recorder Pico log ADC-16 and ADC-24.…”

“…This biotechnology is presented as a good alternative to face both two major problems in the world: energy crisis and water availability. By using organic matter in wastewaters as a fuel, we can simultaneously produce energy and purify wastewater [4].…”