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AquaSai | MSR Master

Welcome, Water Treatment Engineer!

Master the art of Multi-Stage Recirculating (MSR) Constructed Wetland technology through exciting challenges

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Configure MSR

Adjust reactor volume, membrane area, flow rate, and retention time to optimize treatment

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Meet Targets

Achieve water quality standards for BOD, TSS, Nitrogen, and Phosphorus removal

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Optimize OPEX

Lower operational costs earn better efficiency ratings. Balance quality and economy!

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Score Points

Each level mastered earns points. Complete all 5 challenges to become an MSR Master!

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3 Lives

Failed treatments cost lives. Think strategically to balance all parameters!

Select Your Challenge

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Level 1

Configure your MSR system

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♥♥♥ Lives

▾ Influent Water

DIRTY
BOD 200
TSS 180
Nitrogen 40
Phosphorus 8
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Phytoremediation
100 m³

Phytoremediation Stage

Specialized aquatic plants and wetland vegetation naturally absorb and break down pollutants through their root systems.

  • Plants absorb heavy metals and nutrients
  • Root zone provides oxygen for microbes
  • Natural filtration through plant matter
  • Larger volume = more treatment capacity
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Microbial Treatment
50 m²

Microbial Treatment Zone

Beneficial microorganisms in the wetland substrate break down organic matter and convert harmful compounds.

  • Bacteria decompose organic pollutants
  • Nitrification/denitrification processes
  • Pathogen reduction through competition
  • More surface area = better colonization
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Recirculation
10 hrs

Recirculation System

Multi-stage processing with water recirculation ensures maximum pollutant removal and treatment efficiency.

  • Extended contact time with treatment media
  • Multiple passes through wetland stages
  • Optimized oxygen and nutrient cycling
  • Longer retention = better nutrient removal
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UV Disinfection
Active

UV Disinfection

Advanced ultraviolet treatment eliminates 99.99% of pathogens, bacteria, and viruses without chemicals.

  • Destroys DNA of harmful microorganisms
  • No chemical residue or byproducts
  • Instant disinfection as water flows through
  • Final safety barrier before discharge
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BOD
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BOD - Biochemical Oxygen Demand
Measures organic pollution. Microorganisms consume oxygen to break down organic matter like food waste and sewage.
200 → --
Target: ≤20 mg/L
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TSS
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TSS - Total Suspended Solids
Tiny particles floating in water - dirt, sand, organic matter. They make water cloudy and must be filtered out.
180 → --
Target: ≤20 mg/L
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Nitrogen
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Total Nitrogen
From fertilizers and sewage, causes algae blooms and oxygen depletion. Removed through nitrification/denitrification.
40 → --
Target: ≤10 mg/L
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Phosphorus
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Total Phosphorus
From detergents and fertilizers, triggers harmful algae growth. Even tiny amounts can pollute.
8 → --
Target: ≤1 mg/L
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▸ Effluent Water

PENDING
BOD --
TSS --
Nitrogen --
Phosphorus --
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Operational Cost

CAPEX
$0
Energy/day
$0
Chemicals/day
$0
Maintenance
$0/mo
Daily OPEX
$0
Wetland Volume m³
▸ Larger = more phytoremediation capacity
Treatment Area m²
▸ More area = better microbial activity
Flow Rate m³/h
▸ Lower = more contact time
Retention Time hrs
▸ Longer = better nutrient removal

MSR Wetland Treatment Principles

Understanding MSR Technology

  • Multi-Stage Recirculating Constructed Wetland combines natural biological, physical, and chemical treatment processes
  • Mimics nature's own water purification using plants, microorganisms, and natural filtration
  • 70% lower operational costs than conventional treatment plants
  • Zero chemical use, carbon-negative operation

Treatment Mechanisms

  • Phytoremediation: Aquatic plants absorb pollutants, heavy metals, and nutrients through their root systems. Plants provide oxygen and create habitat for beneficial microbes.
  • Microbial Treatment: Bacteria break down organic matter (BOD), convert nitrogen compounds through nitrification/denitrification, and reduce pathogens naturally.
  • Recirculation: Multiple passes through wetland stages ensure maximum pollutant removal. Extended contact time enhances nutrient cycling and treatment efficiency.
  • UV Disinfection: Final safety barrier eliminates 99.99% of remaining pathogens without chemicals, ensuring safe water discharge.

Key Parameters

  • Wetland Volume: Total volume for biological reactions and plant growth. Larger volume = more treatment capacity and biodiversity.
  • Treatment Area: Surface area for microbial colonization and filtration. More area = better pollutant removal rates.
  • Flow Rate: Water processed per hour. Lower rates allow longer contact time with treatment media and plants.
  • Retention Time (HRT): How long water stays in system. Longer retention = more complete nutrient removal and pathogen reduction.

Cost Considerations & OPEX Optimization

  • CAPEX: Initial investment scales with wetland size and treatment area. MSR systems cost 50-70% less than conventional plants.
  • Energy: Minimal pumping costs for recirculation. Solar integration possible for off-grid operation.
  • Chemicals: Zero chemical use! Natural processes handle all treatment.
  • Maintenance: Self-sustaining ecosystems require minimal intervention. Simple procedures local communities can manage.
  • Efficiency Tip: Find the optimal balance - oversized systems waste resources, while efficient designs meet targets with lower OPEX!

Optimization Tips

  • Balance all four parameters - no single "magic setting"
  • High pollution loads need larger wetland volume + longer retention
  • Treatment area primarily affects TSS removal and microbial activity
  • Nitrogen removal benefits most from long retention times
  • Consider cost-efficiency: bigger isn't always better - aim for A+ rating!
  • Each level has multiple valid solutions - experiment to find the most efficient!
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SUCCESS!

Treatment complete - analyzing results...

BOD ✓
15.2 mg/L
Target: ≤20 mg/L
92.4% removal
TSS ✓
8.5 mg/L
Target: ≤10 mg/L
95.3% removal
Nitrogen ✓
9.2 mg/L
Target: ≤10 mg/L
77.0% removal
Phosphorus ✓
0.8 mg/L
Target: ≤1 mg/L
90.0% removal
Points Earned
+1000
OPEX Efficiency Rating
A+
Excellent cost optimization!