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Micro- and Nanoparticle Technology
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:02:50
Abstract
Introduction to fundamentals of micro- and nanoparticle synthesis and processing. Characterization of suspensions, sampling and measuring techniques; basics of gas-solid and liquid-solid systems; fragmentation, coagulation, growth, separation, fluidization, filtration, mixing, transport, coatings. Particle processing in manufacture of catalysts, sensors, nanocomposites and chemical commodities.
Objective
Introduction to design methods of mechanical processes, scale-up laws and optimal use of materials and energy
Content
Characterisation of particle suspensions and corresponding measuring techniques; basic laws of gas / solids resp. Liquid / solids systems; unit operations of mechanical processing: desintegration, agglomeration, screening, air classifying, sedimentation, filtration, particle separation from gas streams, mixing, pneumatic conveying. Synthesis of unit operations to process systems in chemical industry, cement industry etc.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Mechanical Processing I
General Information
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Micro- and Nanoparticle Technology |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | Micro- and Nanoparticle Technology |
|
1 h weekly |