Guide to Rheological Nomenclature: Measurements in Ceramic Particulate Systems.
Guide to Rheological Nomenclature: Measurements in
Ceramic Particulate Systems.
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Hackley, V. A.; Ferraris, C. F.
NIST SP 946; 35 p. January 2001.
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Keywords:
rheology; ceramic particulate systems; viscosity;
concretes; test methods
Abstract:
Measurements and standards play an integral role in the
manufacture and utilization of ceramic powders,
components, coatings and composites. They enhance
reliability by providing a basis for quantifying and
comparing material properties during each phase of the
manufacturing process, from raw materials to the
finished product. Equally important is the establishment
of a uniform and widely accepted nomenclature to permit
the efficient exchange of scientific and technical
information, and to provide a sound basis on which to
standardize measurement methods and data reporting
practices. This document represents the second in a
series of guides intended to serve the dual purpose of
helping to establish a uniform system of terminology,
geared towards the ceramics community, while also
providing a convenient resource for the practicing
engineer or scientist. This document provides
definitions of terms and expressions relating to the
measurement of rheological properties in liquid-based
ceramic particulate systems (i.e., suspensions, pastes
and gels). The term cerumic is here broadly defined as a
non-metallic inorganic material. So, although the focus
is on ceramic applications, the definitions are largely
generic in nature, and should be compatible with many
non-ceramic applications. Equations have been used
sparingly, and only where necessary for clarity or where
they are integral to the subject at hand. Besides having
a glossary of basic terms, the guide is organized so
that the reader can more readily locate related terms
associated with specific subject areas (e.g., concrete
applications or oscillatory measurements). Defined terms
are indicated in bold face type. Where alternative or
equivalent terms exist, they are shown in brackets
adjacent to the preferred term. Terms used in
definitions, and which are defined separately in the
guide, are indicated in italic at their first appearance
in that paragraph or section. The only exception to this
rule is the term viscosity, which is not italicized when
it appears by itself, due to its ubiquity throughout the
text. Furthermore, an alphabetized index to the defined
terms is provided. Descriptions of instrumentation
provided in this guide are generic in nature, and are
presented solely for the purpose of identifying key
measurement techniques and their associated
nomenclature.
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