Forward osmosis membrane technology: An enabler for sustainable and resilient water production

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This research aims to investigate the practical application of forward osmosis (FO) systems and optimize their design to determine the viability of FO technology for water production. The study is crucial to provide support for proposed water re-use and desalination schemes, offering potential solutions to water scarcity. While FO membrane and draw solution designs have been extensively studied, there's a research gap in array and module design for these systems. This aspect requires deeper exploration to assess its potential in enhancing overall system performance, as the integration of various components for maximum efficiency remains relatively unexplored.The research will address these gaps through laboratory testing of the FO system. Experimental approach is important to validate FO's applicability across different feed water types and industrial contexts. The results from the lab-based experiments should be evidence FO's adaptability in various scenarios, from conventional industrial applications to emerging innovative contexts. The research's impact extends beyond the laboratory, envisioning the real-world application of forward osmosis technology to meet global water demands. By filling knowledge gaps, optimizing system design, and validating versatility through empirical evidence, this research could lead to practical and sustainable water production solutions that effectively tackle water scarcity.