A biofilm is a thin layer of microorganisms that sticks to surfaces, similar to slime on river rocks. The biofilm is a living purification layer in our project, killing harmful pathogens biologically.
Unfortunately, 100% clean water cannot be possible, but our film cleans the water up to 99.99%.
It works initially by removing the sediments in the water with a 10μm pore size, and takes a few days to a week to remove the pathogens.
Aerobic bacteria require oxygen to live and produce energy via aerobic respiration, thriving in oxygen-rich environments. Anaerobic bacteria do not require oxygen, which is often deadly to them, and they instead use fermentation or anaerobic respiration to generate energy in oxygen-free environments like water.
The ceramic foam's pores increase the surface area that the aerobic bacteria can cover, offering space for larger populations to combat the unfiltered water's anaerobic bacteria.
It is not advised to touch the biofilm, because it contains the pathogens that are filtered out; touching it may cause infections and illnesses, as well as interfere with the biological processes needed in the filter.
Our solution does not require electricity or extreme costs, making it easily accessible and affordable for those living in rural areas away from major cities.
Rinse the ceramic film layer with clean water. Rinse lightly so that the Biofilm will still be preserved.