Evaluation of a Smectite Adsorption-Based Electrostatic System to Decontaminate F? Rich Thermal Waters

Several studies have shown the presence of fluoride levels much higher than 1.5 mg/L threshold concentration recommended by WHO in spring waters and wells Ethiopian Rift Valley. Available defluoridation techniques can be costly, present complicated technical aspects, show limited effectiveness. Therefore, it is necessary to devise innovative, sustainable, effective solutions. This study proposes an alternative method intervention known for removing from water, particularly suitable smaller rural communities. In particular, this work, possibility use electromagnetic fields as a physical excess was investigated. The carried out developing multiphysics model used studying envisaging design device. framework, combination approach with highly reactive smectite clay numerically studied. results obtained, although preliminary, indicate that proposed system could significantly impoverish Valley fluoride, consequence obtaining resource human consumption, particular However, further theoretical investigations experimental phases will achieve desired results.