Powder Treatment: Rheology, Mixing, Granulation

This lecture covers the powder treatment process, including rheology, mixing, and granulation in ceramic processing. It discusses the manufacture of ceramics, wet and dry processing methods, additives, and the importance of flow behavior in ceramic suspensions. The lecture also explores the rheology of liquids, flow curves for different fluids, and the concept of yield stress. Additionally, it delves into the production of cement, the use of alkali-activated slag, and the role of superplasticizers in cement rheology. The discussion extends to the rheology of suspensions, interparticle potentials, and the factors influencing the viscosity of ceramic suspensions.