The aspects of Particle Technology covered include: particle characterisation, solid/liquid and solid/gas separations, fluidisation, flow of (and in) dispersions, powder mixing, storage, hazards, crushing and colloidal interaction. Extensive Internet support and referencing is provided. The teaching style adopted is the result of experience gained from presenting the subject for over 30 years at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Richard Holdich is an Emeritus Professor in Chemical Engineering at Loughborough University, U.K. Richard taught the subject Particle Technology to second and final year students for over 30 years. He also has industrial experience in the aluminium industry, and the production of high value particulate products based on the process of membrane emulsification.