Titania Particles Research Articles

Electronic structure characterization of TiO2-II with the α-PbO2 structure by electron-energy-loss-spectroscopy and comparison with anatase, brookite, and rutile

TiO2-II is a high pressure form of titania with a density about 2% larger than that of rutile. In contrast to the common polymorphs anatase, brookite and rutile its electronic structure and optical properties are poorly characterized. Here we report on a comparative electron-energy-loss-spectroscopy (EELS) study for which high resolution valence-loss and core-loss EELS data were acquired from nanocrystalline (<75 ​nm sized) titania particles with an energy resolution of about 0.2 ​eV. Electronic structure features revealed from titanium L3,2 and oxygen K electron energy loss near-edge structures show a strong similarity of TiO2-II with both rutile and brookite, which is attributed to similarities in the connectivity of octahedral TiO6 units with neighboring ones. From combined valence-loss EELS and UV-VIS diffuse reflectance spectroscopy data the band gap of TiO2-II was determined to be indirect and with a magnitude of ∼3.18 ​eV, which is very similar to anatase (indirect, ∼3.2 ​eV), and distinctly different from rutile (direct, ∼3.05 ​eV) and brookite (direct, ∼3.45 ​eV).

Synthesis of Mixed phase TiO2 particles by using the Microfluidic Method

Mixed-phase TiO2 finds numerous applications in various fields. Herein, we proposed a controllable approach to synthesize Mixed phase TiO2 particles. The experimental results showed that the particle size of water and titanium dioxide nanoparticles gradually increased with the increased carbon tetrachloride injection rate. The water and titanium dioxide particles transformed into anatase and rutile after calcination. The increase in calcination temperature benefits the formation of a rutile image, and the extension of calcination time benefits the growth process of the rutile phase.

Nature of the Increase in the Rate of Combustion of a Ti–C Mixture Diluted with an Inert Additive

An original comparative study is performed of the combustion of granular and powder Ti–C and (Ti–C)+20%Ni mixtures with granules of different sizes, while varying titanium particle sizes in a range of 31–142 mm. It is found that the rate of combustion of the (Ti–C)+20%Ni powder mixture is 2–3 times higher than that of a Ti–C mixture, despite the lower temperature of combustion of the former. The results are interpreted in terms of the convective–conductive combustion model and attributed to the inhibitory effect of impurity gases that evolve while heating the component particles ahead of the combustion front. The rate of combustion of the granules’ material is calculated using those of granular mixtures with granule sizes of 0.6–1.7 mm. This rate can be thought of as the rate of combustion of a powder mixture in which the effect of impurity gases is neutralized. It is proposed that the ratio of the rates of combustion of the material inside the granules and the powder mixtures be used as a quantitative measure of the effect impurity gas evolution has on the combustion of powder mixtures.

The histopathological characteristics of peri-implantitis

Peri-implantitis (PI) has been defined as an inflammatory lesion of the mucosa surrounding an endosseous implant and with progressive loss of supporting peri-implant bones. In recent years, histopathological differences between PI and periodontitis of natural teeth had been described in animal experiments and a certain number of human experiments. In this paper, we review the histopathological differences between PI and periodontitis reported in the existing literature and try to find the differences in the occurrence and progression of these two diseases. Overall, inflammatory cell infiltrate (ICT) is more extensive in PI than in periodontitis, extending to the alveolar ridge, with dense infiltration of plasma cells, lymphocytes, macrophages, polymorphonuclear leukocytes and a greater number of osteoclasts in the connective tissue, but with less vascular density within ICT than in periodontitis. In addition, foreign bodies are found in PI lesions. The histopathological differences between the two diseases in terms of inflammatory infiltration, vascularity, bone loss, and foreign bodies could partially explain the more rapid progression of PI than periodontitis, suggesting that PI should be taken seriously by physicians. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to control the progression of PI. In addition, targeted therapy against specific inflammatory cells may become a new direction for PI treatment; reducing titanium particles released into peri-implant tissue by friction or electrochemical corrosion may help to prevent PI.

Production and Characterization of Photocatalytic PEO Coatings Containing TiO2 Powders Recovered from Wastes

In this work, the possibility of incorporating TiO2 titanium dioxide particles derived from the recycling process of photovoltaic panels into PEO coatings was investigated. These particles constitute the main filler of the polymer constituting the rear part of the panels, and are characterized by possessing photocatalytic properties. The particles were added in different quantities to the electrolyte (a basic solution containing sodium silicate). The incorporation into the PEO coating produced on an aluminum alloy 1050, and the possibility of conferring photocatalytic properties to the surface of the samples were studied. The different samples were first characterized by optical microscope analysis, SEM and XRD and from the point of view of corrosion resistance by means of potentiodynamic tests. The photocatalytic properties of the samples were evaluated by monitoring the degradation of aqueous solutions of methylene blue exposed to a UV lamp. The particles have been successfully incorporated into the coating, and their presence does not alter the corrosion properties, which are improved compared to the uncoated sample. The particles, initially composed of a mixture of rutile and anatase, are instead transformed into rutile after incorporation due to the locally very high temperatures that can occur during the PEO process. In the samples obtained with higher quantities of titanium dioxide particles (60 and 80 g/L), a significant photocatalytic effect is observed with a significant reduction of methylene blue.

BMP-2 functional polypeptides relieve osteolysis via bi-regulating bone formation and resorption coupled with macrophage polarization

Osteolysis caused by wear debris around the prosthesis is the main reason for aseptic loosening. Extending prosthetic service life is still challenging. In this study, we first synthesized a bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2) functional polypeptide (BMP2pp), and evaluated the effects of BMP2pp on macrophage polarization and impaired osteogenesis caused by titanium (Ti) particles in vitro. Then, we delineated the impact of BMP2pp on bone formation and resorption in a mouse calvarial bone osteolysis model induced by Ti particles. The results showed that BMP2pp not only alleviated the Ti-induced inhibition of osteoblastic differentiation in human placenta-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hPMSCs) but also prevented Ti-induced M1 macrophage polarization and promoted M2 macrophage differentiation in mice. Conditioned medium from BMP2pp-activated macrophages increased the osteogenesis of hPMSCs. The western blot results indicated a significant decrease in the expression of NF-κB inducing kinase (NIK) and phospho-NF-κB p65 in bone marrow-derived macrophages treated with BMP2pp. Furthermore, we clarified the protective effect of BMP2pp on bone formation and the reduction in bone resorption coupled with the immunomodulatory properties of calvarial osteolysis in mice. In summary, BMP2pp ameliorated the Ti-mediated impairment in osteogenic potential of hPMSCs, suppressed the M1 polarization of macrophages by inhibiting the activation of the NF-κB signaling pathway, and ameliorated Ti-induced bone osteolysis. Our research suggests that BMP2pp may be a potential option for treating prosthetic loosening induced by wear debris from prostheses.

Construction of robust slippery lubricant-infused epoxy-nanocomposite coatings for marine antifouling application

From an environmental perspective, slippery liquid-infused porous surface (SLIPS) have great potential to substitute for traditional antifouling coatings due to their green and broad-spectrum antifouling properties. However, the complicated strategy curbs its forward application. In this study, the superhydrophobic surfaces (SHS) was constructed by an air spraying method via solution blending, with epoxy resin and hydroxyl-terminated polydimethylsiloxane as the matrix and nano titanium dioxide particles as the filler. Then, silicone oil with different viscosities were infused into the SHS to form SLIPS. Experiments of simulated fluid erosion in a marine environment showed that silicone oil with 500 mPa·s maintained a contact angle hysteresis (CAH) of 6.9° with good liquid-repellency performance after 12 h of scouring，while the silicone oil with lower viscosity loosed the liquid-repellency performance. Antifouling test results showed that SLIPS had excellent antifouling performance, and the antifouling rates of against Phaeodactylum tricornutum and Bacillus sp. were 90.8 % and 93.6 %, respectively. Thermodynamic analysis showed that the air layer of SHS coating and the liquid layer of SLIPS played a vital role in antifouling performance, which coincided with antifouling experimental results. The efficient and environment-friendly coating preparation method was used in this study will provide reference value and theoretical basis for the application of SLIPS in the field of marine antifouling.

Parametric optimization and prediction of MRR and surface roughness of titanium mixed EDM for Inconel 718 using RSM and fuzzy logic

Powder mixed electric discharge machining (PMEDM) was developed to improve the machining rate and surface quality of conventional EDM. In this study, PMEDM was performed on Inconel 718 by adding titanium particles to the dielectric fluid. The input parameters selected for the experiment were powder concentration, pulse current, gap voltage, pulse on time and pulse off time and the effects of the input parameters were investigated on the material removal rate (MRR) and the surface roughness of the sample. Response surface methodology (RSM) was used to construct the design of experiment. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was carried out to find out the significant input parameters for each response. Further, Mamdani based fuzzy logic was developed using the experimental data and used to predict the responses in optimized condition. The multi-objective optimization was performed using the RSM desirability function approach to maximize the MRR and minimize the surface roughness. From ANOVA, it is observed that powder concentration, pulse current, gap voltage and pulse on time are the significant input parameters for MRR and surface roughness. The fuzzy result is compared with the experimental data and found the accuracy of prediction is 89.21 % for MRR and 91.23 % for surface roughness. The optimized setting of input parameters is obtained as powder concentration = 8 g/l, pulse current = 9.5 A, gap voltage = 60 V, pulse on time = 150 µs and pulse off time = 20 µs and the corresponding optimum value of MRR and surface roughness are 16.623 mm 3 /min and 3.71 µm respectively. The SEM result indicates that the width of the surface crack is found more in the optimized sample compared to the sample having the least surface roughness. From the EDX analysis, it is found that a very small amount of copper and titanium particles were included on the surface during the machining.

The effect of temperature on load partitioning evolution in magnesium metal matrix composite reinforced with Ti particles using in-situ synchrotron radiation diffraction experiments

The load partitioning between the magnesium and titanium phases in an extruded Mg-15%Ti (vol.%) composite from room temperature up to 300 °C using synchrotron radiation diffraction during in-situ compression tests. During compression, the magnesium matrix composite deforms mainly by the activation of the extension twinning system up to 200 °C. The volume fraction of twins increases with the plastic strain but decrease with the compression temperature. Hard titanium particles bear an additional load transferred by the soft magnesium matrix from room temperature up to 300 °C. This effect is amplified after yield stress during plastic deformation. Additionally, twins within magnesium grains behaves as an additional reinforcement at low temperature (below 200 °C) inducing an increase in the work hardening of the composite.

Recycling of titanium as reinforcement in cast aluminium alloy A356 for improving the microstructural refinement and mechanical performance towards a sustainable material development

A356 is one of the most commonly used Al-Si cast alloy containing copper, magnesium and titanium, as other predominant alloying elements. Due to its wide application in domains where dominant loading is compressive in nature, various research work is being carried out to improve the compressive performance of A356 alloy by adding particulate reinforcement in it, converting it to metal matrix composite. However, ceramic particles added as reinforcement have always been posing challenges due to the poor wettability and weak interface bonding. In the present research work, an attempt is made to recycle titanium in a greener way of adding it to Aluminium alloy as a strengthening reinforcement which shall address the interface boding issues due to better compatibility of Titanium and Aluminum – both being metals. 5% by weight of micro and nano-sized Titanium particles is added to A356 through stir casting method. Cast material was then subjected to hot extrusion. The as-cast and extruded composites are studied for the micro structural evolution and mechanical performance against the base alloy. Results indicate that the performance of the composite is found to be significantly enhanced as compared with the base alloy in terms of strength, hardness and ductility. Increased mechanical performance is attributed to refinement of dendrite size, presence of uniformly distributed Ti particle, and partial diffusion of Ti into the Al matrix.

HUCMSC-derived Exosomes Suppress the Titanium Particles-induced Osteolysis in Mice through Inhibiting CCL2 and CCL3.

Wear particles induce inflammation and the further osteolysis around the prosthesis, has been proven to be the main cause of aseptic hip joint loosening. In this research, we aimed to clarify whether human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (HUCMSCs) could inhibit the titanium particles-induced osteolysis and shed light upon its mechanism. The expression of chemokine (C-C motif) ligand 2 (CCL2), chemokine (C-C motif) ligand 3 (CCL3) and chemokine (C-C motif) ligand 5 (CCL5) were examinjed in clinical specimens of aseptic hip prosthesis loosening patients. Local injection of lentivirus that knocked down CCL2 or CCL3 in a cranial osteolysis mice model were used to exam the effect of CCL2 and CCL3 on titanium particles-induced osteolysis in vivo. Transwell assay was used to examine the effect of CCL2 and CCL3 on titanium particles-induced activation of macrophage in vitro. Furthermore, the therapeutic effect of HUCMSCs, and exosomes from HUCMSCs were also examed in vivo and vitro. Immunohistochemical and real-time PCR were used to examine the expression of relative pathways. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Student-Newman-Keuls post hoc t test were used to analyze the results and determine the statistical significance of the differences. Results showed that titanium particles caused the osteolysis at the mice cranial in vivo and a large number of macrophages that migrated, while local injection of HUCMSCs and exosomes did inhibit the cranial osteolysis and migration. An exosome inhibitor GW4869 significantly increased the osteolysis area in the mice cranium osteolysis model, and increased the number of migrated macrophages. Immunohistochemical results suggested that the expression of CCL2, CCL3 and CD68 in the cranial in Titanium particles mice increased significantly, but was significantly reduced by HUCMSCs or exosomes. HUCMSC and exosomes down-regulate the expression of CCL3 in vitro and in vivo. HUCMSCs and HUCMSC-derived exosomes could suppress the titanium particles-induced osteolysis in mice through inhibiting chemokine (C-C motif) ligand 2, chemokine (C-C motif) ligand 3.

Effect of a double-chain surfactant on the stabilization of suspensions of silica and titania particles against agglomeration and sedimentation

Dispersions of vesicles of didodecyldimethylammonium bromide (DDAB) were prepared with magnetic stirring of multilamellar liposomes followed by ultrasonication (SS) in order to generate dispersions that contained only unilamellar vesicles, unlike the stirring-only (S) method which also produces many large liposomes. With the SS method, the vesicles had average diameters ranging from 68 to 80 nm, which were much smaller than the diameters generated with the S method. The new vesicle dispersions had nearly infinite viscosities at very low shear stresses at DDAB weight fractions wD from 0.025 to 0.027, even though they were not close-packed, in contrast to the S dispersions. The new SS vesicle dispersions stabilized completely against sedimentation polydisperse nonspherical crystalline titania particles with sizes ranging from ca. 96–156 nm, as well as suspensions of monodisperse spherical amorphous silica particles with diameters of dsed = 454 nm, 691 nm, and 826 nm. These results establish that DDAB vesicle dispersions can stabilize against sedimentation a broad range of particle types and sizes. In addition, at the low values of wD = 0.009 and 0.018, the effective viscosities, ηeff, of the DDAB dispersions, determined from the sedimentation velocities, ranged from 1.35-1.87 cP and 4.34–5.57 cP, respectively. At higher shear stresses, however, these dispersions were highly shear-thinning and still flowable in a capillary under gravity. This behavior is critical for the practical applications of such dispersions for inkjet printing and possibly paints.

Carboxymethyl chitosan regulates oxidative stress and decreases the expression levels of tumor necrosis factor α in macrophages induced by wear particles.

The aim of the present study was to determine the effects of carboxymethyl chitosan (CMC) on titanium particles-induced oxidative stress in mouse RAW264.7 macrophages. The mouse RAW264.7 macrophages were divided into four groups: (i) the control group; (ii) the CMC group received stimulation of CMC for 4h; (iii) the titanium particles group received stimulation of titanium particles for 12h; and (iv) the CMC group received pre-stimulation of CMC hydrogels for 4h followed by treatment of titanium particles for 12h. Afterwards, reactive oxygen species (ROS) level in the cells was measured by flow cytometry. A spectrophotometer was used to measure the activities of oxidases and antioxidant enzymes. Fluorescence quantitative PCR was performed to analyze mRNA levels of enzymes and tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α). ELISA was used to detect the mass concentration of TNF-α after indicated treatment. CMC effectively suppressed titanium particles-induced oxidative stress in RAW264.7 cells, as evidenced by the decrease in intracellular ROS level, the transcription of oxidases, and TNF-α concentration as well as the increase in the transcription of antioxidant enzymes. CMC exerts a protective impact against wear particles-induced oxidative stress and reduces the release of TNF-α in RAW264.7 cells.

Preparation of porous titania particles by partial dissolution and hot-water or hydrothermal treatment of hydrous titania

ABSTRACT Uniform-sized amorphous hydrous titania particles (HTPs) with nonporous or porous surface were prepared and subjected to hot-water or hydrothermal treatment to induce crystallisation of the titania phase for preparing porous titania particles with high specific surface area (SSA) and outer diameter in a micron order. Porous HTPs were crystallised under milder treatment conditions than those required to crystallise nonporous spherical HTPs. This difference was attributed to the difference in the polycondensation states of hydrous titania. The SSA of the porous titania particles crystallised by hot-water treatment at 80°C for 24 h was 216 m2 g−1, despite their micron-order particle size. This simple method can synthesise highly functional titania particles at low temperatures and is a general-purpose method for preparing porous particles for use as adsorbents, catalysts and catalyst supports.

Polymorphic control in titanium dioxide particles.

The hydrolysis-condensation reaction of TiO2 was adapted to the phase inversion temperature (PIT)-nano-emulsion method as a low energy approach to gain control over the size and phase purity of the resulting metal oxide particles. Three different PIT-nano-emulsion syntheses were designed, each one intended to isolate high purity rutile, anatase, and brookite phase particles. Three different emulsion systems were prepared, with a pH of either strongly acidic (H2O : HNO3, pH ∼0.5), moderately acidic (H2O : isopropanol, pH ∼4.5), or alkaline (H2O : NaOH, pH ∼12). PIT-nano-emulsion syntheses of the amorphous TiO2 particles were conducted under these conditions, resulting in average particle diameter distributions of ∼140 d nm (strongly acidic), ∼60 d nm (moderately acidic), and ∼460 d nm (alkaline). Different thermal treatments were performed on the amorphous particles obtained from the PIT-nano-emulsion syntheses. Raman spectroscopy and powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD) were employed to corroborate that the thermally treated particles under H2O : HNO3 (at 850 °C), H2O : NaOH (at 400 °C), and H2O : isopropanol (at 200 °C) yielded highly-pure rutile, anatase, and brookite phases, respectively. Herein, an experimental approach based on the PIT-nano-emulsion method is demonstrated to synthesize phase-controlled TiO2 particles with high purity employing fewer toxic compounds, reducing the quantity of starting materials, and with a minimum energy input, particularly for the almost elusive brookite phase.

Structuring of Modified Epoxy Composite Materials by Infrared Spectroscopy

A comparative evaluation of the structuring processes of the epoxy polymer system with epoxy polymers modified with polyvinyl chloride solution and epoxy composites filled with finely dispersed titanium oxide powder was carried out. Analysis of the infrared (IR) absorption spectra of the studied epoxy polymer and epoxy composite materials showed the presence of deformation and valence vibrations of certain groups of atoms. The oscillations of groups of atoms with double bonds and regions of existence of triple bonds were also revealed. In the region of high frequencies, absorption bands correspond to valence vibrations of groups containing a hydrogen atom. The presence of triple bonds in the epoxy polymer system was determined, indicating unreacted functional groups. This fact corresponds to the low content of the gel fraction of unmodified epoxy polymers after heat treatment and indicates the formation of a system with insufficient chemical bonds. The absorption bands of the epoxy composite material filled with titanium oxide powder are characterized by a lower optical density and a larger peak area compared to the bands of the unmodified epoxy polymer, which indicates the formation of a higher number of crosslinking nodes of the epoxy composite material. The introduction of polyvinyl chloride into the composition of the epoxy polymer system increases the degree of structuring of epoxy polymers. However, a smaller number of formed chemical bonds of the modified epoxy polymer was recorded compared to epoxy composites containing titanium oxide particles. The highest degree of structuring is provided in polyvinyl chloride-modified epoxy composites containing titanium oxide powder due to intensive structuring and formation of double and triple bonds.

Impact of Metal Particles Released during Ultrasonic Scaling of Titanium Surfaces on Human Gingival Fibroblasts.

Metal particles found in tissues around dental implants have been proposed to play a pathogenic role in peri-implantitis. Ultrasonic scaling has been suggested as a mechanism by which these particles can be inadvertently released into surrounding tissues. Furthermore, risk factors like diabetes can result in exacerbation of this inflammatory condition. The current study aimed to analyze metal particles released from titanium surfaces during ultrasonic scaling and their impact on pro-inflammatory cytokine production by human gingival fibroblasts. Metal particles generated from ultrasonic scaling of titanium discs using two different tips (metal and poly-etheretherketone tips) were characterized using scanning electron microscopy and elemental analysis. Endotoxin levels and Human gingival fibroblast viability, in the presence commercial and ultrasonically generated particles were determined. Fibroblasts, cultured in high or low glucose growth medium, were incubated with commercial titanium particles or ultrasonically generated particles in the presence or absence of interluekin-1β. Interleukin 6 and interleukin 8 production were then quantified using Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay. Analysis of particles after scaling of titanium discs showed significant levels of titanium particles. Commercial titanium particles and generated particles had no effect of fibroblast viability. Endotoxin levels of all particles were too low to stimulate HGF cells. IL-1β significantly stimulated IL-6 and IL-8 production. However, commercial, and generated particles generally had no significant effect on IL- 6 and IL-8 production. Our study concluded that particles generated during ultrasonic scaling had no significant effect on viability of HGF cells and cytokine production.

Micrometer-scale single crystalline particles of niobium titanium oxide enabling an Ah-level pouch cell with superior fast-charging capability.

Wadsley-Roth phase niobium titanium oxide (TiNb2O7) is widely regarded as a promising anode candidate for fast-charging lithium-ion batteries due to its safe working potential and doubled capacity in comparison to the commercial fast-charging anode material (lithium titanium oxide, Li4Ti5O12). Although good fast charge/discharge performance was shown for nanostructured TiNb2O7, the small size would cause the low electrode compensation density and energy density of batteries, as well as parasitic reactions. Fundamental understanding of the electrochemical lithium insertion/extraction process and the structural evolution for the micrometer-scale single crystalline TiNb2O7 (MSC-TiNb2O7) could provide insights to understand its inherent properties and possibility for fast-charging application. Here, we revealed the highly reversible structural evolution of the MSC-TiNb2O7 during the lithiation/delithiation processes. Interestingly, an ion-conductive lithium niobate interphase was in situ formed on the MSC-TiNb2O7 surface during the formation cycle, which could facilitate fast ion diffusion on the material surface and support fast electrochemical reaction kinetics. Experimentally, the MSC-TiNb2O7 delivered a high reversible capacity of 291.9 mA h g-1 at 0.5C with a high initial Coulombic efficiency (>95%), and showed superb rate capability with a reasonable capacity of 55.6 mA h g-1 under a high current density of 40C. An Ah-level pouch cell with a lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO2) cathode exhibited 91.5% capacity retention at 3C charging rate, which revealed the significant role of high crystallinity and in situ formation of an ion conductive nano-interphase in realizing fast charging capability of practical TiNb2O7-based lithium-ion batteries.

A light scattering camouflage membrane with similar solar spectrum reflectance to leaves based on a chlorophyll and titanium dioxide composite.

To counter the hyperspectral detection under the background of vegetation, a light scattering camouflage polyvinyl alcohol membrane containing lithium chloride, chlorophyll (Chl) and titanium dioxide (TD) particles was developed according to the bionic principle. Based on the reflectance and transmittance of the membrane, the optical constants of all components of the membrane were inverted via the ray tracing model and four flux Kubelka-Munk model. Using the determined optical constants, the reflectances of the membranes with different component contents were predicted through the model, and the effects of TD, Chl and water contents on the reflectance of the membrane were elucidated, respectively. Besides, a military specification of the USA in the region of 760 to 1200 nm and an Osmanthus fragrans leaf were used as a spectrum requirement and a simulation object of the camouflage membrane, respectively, to determine the appropriate contents of TD, Chl and water. It is found that when the volume fractions of TD, Chl and water are 0.7%, 5% and 50%, respectively, the 0.3 mm thick membrane can not only meet the military specification but also exhibit a reflection spectrum similar to that of the leaf with a similarity of 0.976.

Получение анатазного диоксида титана — наполнителя для специальных герметиков

Current TiO2 technologies are complex and costly in terms of reagents and energy. Due to the high sinterability of the titanium dioxide particles, the calcination of the hydrate precursor requires several grinding stages of the product as well as TiO2 particles surface modification to improve performance, including oil capacity. A solid-phase proccess for the production of anatase titanium dioxide has been developed based on the thermolysis of a crystalline titanium (IV) salt, a semi-product of sulfuric acid processing of sphene concentrate.