Form 9.B Project Summary
Chron:
970161
Proposal
Number:
10.02-7270
Project Title:
Novel Electrochemical Ozone Generator
for Disinfection of Spacecraft Water
Technical Abstract (Limit 200 words)
Development of an advanced electrochemical ozone
generator for evolution of ozone directly into water
streams to be treated is proposed for water
reclamation applications on long-duration space
missions. The primary innovation is development of
a biologically inert anode catalyst to replace the
lead dioxide presently used, eliminating the
possibility of lead contamination. The
electrochemical ozone generator will be compact,
lightweight, easy to use and maintain. The water to
be treated is the only reactant, eliminating the need
for expendable biocides. Possible applications of
the ozone generator include: wastewater treatment,
production and maintenance of potable water, and
sterilization of potable-water systems.
The objectives of the proposed program are to
develop the anode catalyst and anode electrode
structure and demonstrate performance and
stability of this structure. The program will
culminate in demonstration of a breadboard
prototype ozone generator and development of a
system design model.
Potential Commercial Applications (Limit 200 words)
Ozone is a powerful disinfectant, with wide potential
applications for water treatment and sterilization.
Due to the compact size, low cost and ease of use of
the proposed electrochemical ozone generator,
there are a myriad of potential commercial
applications in the dental, medical, pharmaceutical
and food industries for this device. Applications
include sterilizing dental units and dialyzers and
general hospital and laboratory disinfection.
Treatment of drinking and waste waters in homes
and public and private utilities is another potential
application.
Name and Address of Principal Investigator (Name,
Organization Name, Mail Address, City/State/Zip)
Cecelia Cropley
GINER, INC.
14 Spring Street
Waltham , MA 02154-4497