Introduction to Biotechnologies and Biomimetics for Civil Engineering - Biotechnologies and Biomimetics for Civil Engineering - page 14

Chapter 14 describes the production of bacteria for structural concrete reviewing
the mechanism of microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP).
Chapter 15 deals with the use of bacteria for surface treatment reviewing the
main mechanisms of the process and literature on biodeposition carbonates as
surface treatment agents for the decrease of permeability of concrete materials and
structures.
Chapter 16 describes a case study concerning the use of bacterial surface
treatment for normal and lightweight concrete.
Chapter 17 identifies remediation techniques for contaminated soils including
physical, chemical, biological, thermal, and other treatments.
Chapter 18 deals with the use of microbial fuel cells (MFCs) for wastewater
treatment. The concept of MFCs is introduced, and the materials and design of
MFCs are summarized. In-depth discussion of the microbiology of MFCs was also
included.
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