Analysis of the Impact of Various Properties of High Voltage Discharge for Deactivation of Water Algae

This paper aims to assess the impact of high voltage discharge on Chlamydomonas algae. Chlamydomonas has been chosen as a sample in this study due to its availability in Bangladesh. It grows on the surface of the water and causes various adverse effects on humans, environment, and other animal beings. There are various methods to inactivate the harmful effects of algae. The use of chemicals (like chlorine) produces harmful by-products and also affects human health. The application of high voltage discharge is an effective technique, which has a great impact on removing harmful algae. It has been found that discharge starts as a streamer with thin light intensity, then spreads in the form of branching on the surface of the water, and then converts to spark discharge with increasing input voltage. The application of discharge results in the complete deactivation of Chlamydomonas algae. The results and findings of this study will lead to developing more accurate knowledge about the real-life application of high voltage discharge.