Theory and Applications of Colloidal Suspension Rheology (Cambridge Series in Chemical Engineering)

An essential text on practical application, theory and simulation, written by an international coalition of experts in the field and edited by the authors of Colloidal Suspension Rheology. This up-to-date work builds upon the prior work as a valuable guide to formulation and processing, as well as fundamental rheology of colloidal suspensions. Thematically, theory and simulation are connected to industrial application by consideration of colloidal interactions, particle properties, and suspension microstructure. Important classes of model suspensions including gels, glasses and soft particles are covered so as to develop a deeper understanding of industrial systems ranging from carbon black slurries, paints and coatings, asphalt, cement, and mine tailings, to natural suspensions such as biocolloids, protein solutions, and blood. Systematically presenting the established facts in this multidisciplinary field, this book is the perfect aid for academic researchers, graduate students, and industrial practitioners alike.

Norman J. Wagner holds the Unidel Robert L. Pigford Chair in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Delaware. Internationally recognized for his research and applications of colloidal suspensions, he received the Bingham medal and was elected to both the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Inventors.

Jan Mewis is Emeritus Professor of the Chemical Engineering Department at the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven. He has lectured worldwide and was chairman of the International Committee on Rheology. He received the Bingham medal in the US, as well as the Gold medal of the British Society of Rheology.