Abstract
A new method is proposed to evaluate kinetic parameters from thermogravimetric traces. The method consists of two steps, α, T and dα/d T values are first employed to estimate kinetic parameters by linear least squares fitting, using the five types of mechanism for solid phase reactions suggested by Šesták. From the different sets of parameters thus obtained, the most probable mechanism type is decided. The resultant parameters for the chosen type of mechanism may further be improved by differential correction method, if necessary, using the more accurate data of α and T. The proposed method was tested with artificial data and the data for the thermal dehydration of gypsum by Šesták et al. The results were very satisfactory.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
