Diploma Thesis Defense by Mrs Konstantina Koutsourou
Thesis Title: «Remediation of hydrocarbon polluted soils using microwave heating»
Wednesday 20 Janouary 2021, at: 11:00, Venue: https://tuc-gr.zoom.us/j/89244598912?pwd=dE1RTVlHNTRVZVlMaVg4QVhrb3ZLZz09
Examination Committee
- Professor Gidarakos Evagellos
- Assistant Professor Apostolos Giannis
- Dr. Maria Aivalioti
Abstract
This diploma thesis was focused on finding ideal conditions for the remediation of soils contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon using microwaves. Initially, the soil sample was characterized by approximate analysis as well by the concentration of metals present in it. Then, the thermal desorpion method was applied using a modified household microwave oven, at adjustable power of 595 and 700W, at selected adsorption time (from 5 to 15 min), different soil granulometry (thin, coarse, mixture), different use of hydrocarbons (Hexadecane and diesel) aiming to find the most suitable conditions in order to achieve the greatest pollutant removal.
