In-line Sensor for the Rheological Characterisation of Materials
31/10/2009
ITS have been awarded a Research and Development Grant from the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) to evaluate the feasibility of developing a combined in-line sensor for the rheological characterisation of materials. The sensor will use both ultrasonic spectroscopy to determine the microscopic rheological properties and fast electrical impedance tomography which can image the mass flow and mean flow profile within the process pipe.
This project will provide a novel method for real time process monitoring and control of chemical processes, and ultimately produce new instruments which will replace existing offline laboratory rheological analysis. It will have a significant benefit to end users on the performance of their processes, reducing waste and increasing product quality.
For more information, please contact:
Richard Tweedie
Tel: 0161 838 9081
E: richard.rweedie@itoms.com
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