Rheological Study of Iron Oxide Reinforced by Ceramic Nanoparticles

Abstract

The aim of this work is to produce a stable suspension of iron oxide reinforced by different ceramic nanoparticles like SiO2, TiO2. Measurements of mean particle size, zeta potential and flow curves have been done. Additionally deflocculation curves and sedimentation were drawn to complement the study. The results showed that nanoparticles helped suspensions to maintain a deflocculated stable condition for longer periods of time.