| Topic: This short course presents the basic knowledge and fundamental concepts that are needed by engineers dealing with problems related to powder flowability. |
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| PART 1: Relevant properties and characterization of particulate materials (particle shape, size, apparent density, surface area, porosity). Types of interactions between particles (solid-solid contact) and definition of cohesion. Definition and assessment of powder flowability (4 hours). |
PART 2: Static and dynamic analysis of stresses in solids (solid mechanics). Yielding criteria in powders (Mohr-Coulomb analysis). Active and passive state of stresses. Criteria of storage design for flow (Jenike analysis) (4 hours). |
| References:
1. Holdich, Richard G., Fundamentals of Particle Technology. Shepshed: Leicestershire, Midland Information Technology & Publishing, 2002.
2. Rhodes, Martin J., Introduction to Particle Technology. Chichester: Wiley, 1998. |
Language: English |
| Examination: Attendance is required for at least 2/3 of the lecture hours. Final evaluation will be based on an oral examination. |
Duration: 8 hours |
