| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/N28573/01 |
| Title: |
BIPOLAR CONTACT CHARGING BETWEEN POWDER PARTICLES |
| Principal Investigator: |
Bailey, Professor A |
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| Department: |
Electrical Engineering |
| Organisation: |
University of Southampton |
| Scheme: |
Standard Research (Pre-FEC) |
| Starts: |
01 July 2000 |
Ends: |
31 December 2000 |
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16,600
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| EPSRC Research Topic Classifications: |
| Eng. Dynamics & Tribology |
Particle Technology |
| Separation Processes |
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| Chemicals |
Food and Drink |
| Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology |
Energy |
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The work to be carried out at Southampton University will involve a series of experiments involving triboelectric (contact) charging of various commercially available paint powders. These powders will be charged using both a pneumatic transfer loop and mechanical vibrator system. Charge to mass (Q/M) ratios of these powders will be measured using a cascade series array of Faraday Pails as well as the differential charging system in use at Southampton University. Comparisons of these techniques will be a useful addition to the literature since both types of measurement are difficult to make and interpret. Size analysis will be carried out for each sample using a Malvern Analyser. In addition, surface structure measurements using scanning electron microscopy and selected chemical analyses will be carried out using facilities at the University and at UWO. An important part of this process will involve the active collaboration of Professors bailey and Castle to interpret the results of the measurements.EngProg\
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http://www.soton.ac.uk |