Handbook on Ultrasonic and Dielectric Characterization Techniques for Suspended Particulates

The measurement of particle size and charge in liquid dispersions is critical to a broad spectrum of laboratory and industrial applications. Recent advances in theory, hardware design and methodology have stimulated the development and commercialization of ultrasonic and dielectric techniques for particle characterization in suspensions. This New handbook documents the most recent advances in these emerging measurement techniques that are based on the use of high-frequency acoustic or electric fields. An international group of leading scientists, engineers and product developers describes specific materials applications in practical terms, ranging from advanced ceramic processing to food colloids. Also discusses the utilization of ultrasonics for on-line process control and other industrial applications.

Papers presented at the NIST Workshop on Ultrasonic and Dielectric Characterization Techniques for Suspended Particulates, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA (1997).