Hydrogel Technology for Microalgae Collection:Status Overview,Challenges and Development Analysis
In recent years,the advantages and potential of microalgae in deep sewage purification and renewable energy production have become increasingly prominent.However,the traditional microalgae cultivation and harvesting technology has some limitations in practical application because of its high energy consumption,high cost and potential biological pollution.Hydrogel technology provides a new microalgae harvesting method,which has the characteristics of high efficiency,fast and controllable,and provides a new idea and method for the efficient harvesting and utilization of microalgae.In this paper,the action mode and mechanism of superabsorptive gel technology in microalgae harvesting were discussed,and the optimization methods and research progress were made to solve the problems in the optimization of hydrogel itself,interaction with microalgae and environmental friendliness.Finally,the development prospect of hydrogel technology in microalgae harvesting was put forward,which provided some theoretical and methodological support for the development and application of hydrogel technology in microalgae harvesting.