Recirculating Aquaculture Systems

This chapter contains sections titled: Positive attributes Overview of system engineering Culture tanks Waste solids removal Cornell dual-drain system Settling basins and tanks Mechanical filters Granular media filters Disposal of the solids Biofiltration Choice of biofilter Aeration and oxygenation Carbon dioxide removal Monitoring and control Current system engineering design Recirculation system design Four major water-treatment variables Summary of four production terms Stocking density Engineering design example Conclusion References