Berlin green decorated PVDF membrane with reversible wettability for on-demand oil/water separation and fouling mitigation

Key Points

• Efficient oil/water separation achieved through reversible wettability on the PVDF membrane with significant implications for industrial applications.
• The PVDF membrane exhibits notable performance with a separation efficiency exceeding 90% in laboratory tests, indicating its potential effectiveness.
• Assessment using advanced coating techniques demonstrates the membrane's capability for repeated use with minimal fouling over time.
• This membrane shows promise for scalable applications; however, further field studies are needed to confirm long-term effectiveness.