Sedimentation and Settling: Basics and Technology

This lecture covers the basics of sedimentation and settling, focusing on the operation of mechanical separation by difference of clear liquid area, static and dynamic batch sedimentation, continuous sedimentation, and the construction of concentrate depending on suspension type. It also discusses the forces acting on particles in free motion, the interaction between particles in soils, and the coagulation mechanisms. Furthermore, it explores sedimentation technology, methods to improve sedimentation, and the different types of centrifuges used for solid-liquid separation.