(438g) Enhanced Yield of Bio-Gas Production With Themo-Reactor/digester Configuration And Separation of CO2

This paper presents the results of investigation of emission of UV-radiation and the impact of high intensity corona discharge (photon) on actinometric conversions and pollutant degradation with WESP equipped with brush discharge electrodes. Experimental investigations were conducted according to the procedure reported in literature (Rahn et al, 2003; Rahn 1997).Experimental investigations were carried out to determine UV-radiation at various applied voltage (kV) and impact of radiation intensity on chemical conversion of 0.6 M potassium iodide (KI) and 0.1 M potassium iodate (KIO₃) in 0.01 M borax (Na₂B₄O₇.10H₂O) for formation of tri-iodide was recorded. WESP equipped with brush discharge electrode produced a suitable intensity of UV-radiation at l = 254 nm. UV-radiation of l = 254 nm was verified using spectrophotometer and validated with the Rahn Actinometer. The capability of WESP for UV-radiation was evaluated. Chemical changes were confirmed with high intensity corona discharge from brush discharge electrodes. Degradation of pollutants (acetone and phenol) in wastewater were confirmed.