Mathematical Simulation and Validation of a Wastewater Treatment Plant

Dear Colleagues,

Human activities lead to the increase and accumulation of many kinds of pollutants in the natural environment, which result in surface and groundwaters, via the effluent of wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). Therefore, the control, optimization and wise operation of WWTPs are of great importance, since effluent criteria are becoming more stringent. Scientific and technological interests have been focused on upgrading the existing chemical and biological processes in WWTPs and on implementing new technologies in order to improve activated sludge processes. The technological improvement of WWTPs, in combination with the ability to predict the operation of a WWTP, is an appreciated tool for efficient operating control under real conditions. This Special Issue aims to shed light on several modeling approaches that focus on the simulation of chemical and biological processes involved in WWTPs. The mathematical models are able to identify the key operating and environmental conditions, revealing those that lead to the best performance of the WWTP. In conclusion, the use of an aquaret mathematical tool for predicting the performance of a WWTP, under actual conditions, may lead to better control and design of the plant.

Dr. Ioanna Vasiliadou
Guest Editor

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