Particle redistribution and homogeneity in sand mixing under axial reciprocation using computed tomography

Key Points

• Particle redistribution enhances homogeneity in sand mixtures during axial reciprocation, indicating a significant process.
• A key metric shows over 80% homogeneity achieved in tests, driven by effective mixing techniques.
• Analysis using computed tomography illustrates the internal structure changes during the sand mixing process.
• These findings support better mixing strategies in industrial applications, although full-scale implications remain to be seen.