COMPONENTS OF A BIOREACTOR

A bioreactor is a complex system that consists of several key components. The main component is the vessel, which is where the biological system is grown and maintained. Other essential components include the agitator or impeller, sensors and probes, controllers, inlet and outlet ports, and a sterilization system. The agitator or impeller facilitates mixing and aeration, while sensors and probes measure various physical and chemical parameters, such as temperature, pH, and dissolved oxygen. Controllers adjust the bioreactor's parameters based on the data from the sensors and probes. Inlet and outlet ports allow for the addition of nutrients and removal of waste, while the sterilization system ensures a contamination-free environment. These components work together to optimize the growth and activity of living cells or organisms, making bioreactors an important tool in biotechnology and industrial production.