Morphological Analysis Review

Abstract

The need for and the principles of morphological analysis as applied to particulate matter are briefly discussed. Applications of morphological analysis to a number of problems are cited. Topics include:

• relating morphology to the mechanisms of powder production;
• wear debris analysis by morphological analysis;
• kinetic modeling of crystallization processes.

Relationships between the behavior of particulate materials and the morphology of the particles are discussed in connection with:

• abrasive wear of metals;
• sedimentation in low flow regimes;
• measuring of bulk properties including internal angle of friction and flow times;
• dry separation technology;
• scrap recovery techniques.

The adaptation of the particle image analyzing system to analyze color as a morphic feature is presented. A number of examples of mixture analysis - classification studies are detailed and finally future work in packed and fluidized beds and slurry transportation is outlined.