Abstract
An approach to quantify the impact grinding performance of different materials is presented. Based on a dimensional analysis and on fracture mechanical considerations two material parameters, f Mat . and W m , min , are derived from theoretical considerations. f Mat . characterises the resistance of particulate material against fracture in impact comminution. W m , min gives the mass specific energy which a particle can absorb without fracture. Using this approach various materials in a wide size range, e.g. different polymers, crystalline substances, glass and limestone, can be characterised quantitatively. The derived material parameters are applied to the systematic and multi-scale modelling of grinding in impact mills. A population balance model is presented and the results of the simulation for two different impact mills are shown. The developed model allows for a clear separation of the influence of material properties, mill specific features and operating conditions, thus enabling a deeper understanding of the impact grinding process.
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