Research Article
Aug 1981
Prediction of RBC Performance for Nitrification
Authors: Yeun C. Wu, John Gratz, and Ed. D. SmithAuthor Affiliations
Publication: Journal of the Environmental Engineering Division
Volume 107, Issue 4
Abstract
The data reported previously by many investigators were used to develop mathematical models for the prediction of nitrification by a rotating biological contactor (RBC). The RBC served as either a secondary or a tertiary wastewater treatment system. The predictive models obtained from the present study were tested and verified by using field data. Also, the presently developed nitrification models were compared to the existing Weng model to determine their applicability and accuracy. RBC performance for nitrification can be well predicted if the influent ammonia nitrogen concentration, hydraulic loading, and wastewater temperature are known.
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Journal of the Environmental Engineering Division
Volume 107 • Issue 4 • August 1981
Pages: 635 - 652
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© 1981 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Aug 1981
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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Yeun C. Wu
Assoc. Prof., Dept. of Civ. Engrg., Univ. of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa, 15261
John Gratz
Grad. Research Asst., Dept. of Civ. Engrg., Univ. of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15261
Ed. D. Smith
Environmental Engr., Construction Engrg. Research Lab., Dept. of the Army, Champaign, III
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