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This chapter presents an overview of methods for separating particles (and the like) from fluids by filtration and sedimentation. Focussing primarily on separations from liquids involving recovery of the dispersed ‘solids’ phase and thickening, features of the types of equipment available are provided together with their advantages, limitations etc., and indicative process models for predicting or characterising their performance. A section on membranes, which are frequently used for the separation of sub-micron (micrometre) particles and nano-sized materials, is also included.
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Tarleton, S., Wakeman, R. (2016). Particle Separations by Filtration and Sedimentation. In: Merkus, H., Meesters, G. (eds) Production, Handling and Characterization of Particulate Materials. Particle Technology Series, vol 25. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-20949-4_10
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