The effects of diatomite addition on the pore characteristics of a pyrophyllite support layer

Jang Hoon Ha, Jongman Lee, In Hyuck Song, Sang Hyup Lee

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Abstract

Abstract Recently, porous ceramic membranes have become a subject of special interest due to their outstanding thermal and chemical stability. To alleviate the manufacturing cost issues of these porous ceramic membranes, recent research has been focused on the utilization of low cost natural materials. Therefore, in this paper, we report the results of our efforts to determine whether we could utilize diatomite as a pore former and whether we could prepare a pyrophyllite-diatomite composite support layer that could effectively control the largest pore size and permeability. The pore characteristics of the specimens were studied by scanning electron micrography, mercury porosimetry, and capillary flow porosimetry.

Original languageEnglish
Article number10420
Pages (from-to)9542-9548
Number of pages7
JournalCeramics International
Volume41
Issue number8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015 Sept 1

Keywords

  • Ceramic membrane
  • Diatomite
  • Microstructure
  • Pyrophyllite

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Ceramics and Composites
  • Process Chemistry and Technology
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films
  • Materials Chemistry

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