[Popular Science] Characteristics and Applications of Gum Arabic
Gum arabic (Gum arabi, Acacia senegal, Acacia seyal), also known as Sudan gum, acacia gum, Senegal gum, and Indian gum, is an exudate from the trunks of trees in the genus Acacia of the legume family. It is also called acacia gum (legume family, Acacia genus). It is mainly distributed in Pakistan, Taiwan, tropical Africa, […]
The Hidden Charm of Rice Starch: Small Particles, Big Potential
Among all known grains, rice starch has the smallest particle size, with an average diameter of only 2-8 μm. In comparison, corn starch ranges from 5-25 μm, wheat starch from 2-45 μm, sorghum starch from 5-25 μm, and potato starch from 15-100 μm. The small particle size and high specific surface area of rice starch […]
Let’s Talk About Powder Dispersion
The dispersibility of powder directly affects its stability, flowability, wettability, and uniformity in solvents. Ultimately, it determines the product quality. In other words, the powder dispersion directly impacts the application value of powder materials. Powder Dispersion and Dispersants Due to the large specific surface area and surface energy of ultrafine powders, particles are prone to […]
Powder Materials in Lithium Batteries — Do You Know Which Ones ？
Lithium batteries mainly consist of the anode, cathode, separator, electrolyte, binder, conductive agent, current collector, and packaging materials. According to material form classification, the anode, cathode, binder, and conductive agent are powder materials in Lithium batteries. Some solid-state electrolytes are powder materials, and some modified separators also contain powder materials. Positive Electrode Commercialized positive electrode […]
How to Choose and Use Powder Surface Modifiers?
There are many methods for powder surface modification, and their classification varies depending on the perspective of the analysis. Based on the nature of the modification process, powder surface modification methods can be divided into six categories: surface coating modification, surface chemical modification, mechanochemical modification, capsule modification, high-energy modification, and precipitation reaction modification. Additionally, powder […]
Ceramic Silicon Carbide vs Semiconductor Silicon Carbide
Silicon carbide (SiC) is a fascinating compound. You can find it in the semiconductor industry and in advanced ceramic products. This often leads to confusion, as people may think they are the same material. However, they are not. Silicon carbide can be both a hard, wear-resistant advanced ceramic and an efficient, energy-saving semiconductor. Although both […]
Colored Zirconia: So cool!
With the development of electronic communication and improved living standards, colored zirconia ceramics are used more widely in daily life. They are favored for their biocompatibility, excellent metallic luster, and strong mechanical properties. Applications include dental restorations, jewelry, and mobile smart devices. However, adding color to zirconia is not an easy task. Preparation of Colored […]
Do You Know the Uses and Industry Applications of Cassava Powder?
Cassava, also known as manioc, yuca, or manioca, is revered as the “king of starch.” It has a wide range of uses, high yield, and is widely cultivated in tropical regions. Cassava powder is classified into two types based on its uses: edible and industrial. The tubers of edible cassava are rich in starch, making […]
Analysis of the Production Process of Negative Electrode Materials
The main types of lithium battery negative electrode materials include graphite-based materials (such as artificial graphite and natural graphite) and non-graphite-based materials (such as silicon-based anode materials). Below is the common production process for these materials: Production Process of Artificial Graphite Negative Electrode Material Pre-treatment Graphite raw materials and asphalt are mixed according to product […]