Porosity Measurement: How to Calculate Factors

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Start date Feb 14, 2011
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This discussion focuses on measuring porosity, specifically the porosity factor and void factor of solid mixtures. The Archimedes principle is highlighted as a straightforward method for measuring porosity, which involves weighing the material and calculating its volume. By knowing the density of the material, one can accurately estimate its porosity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of defining both the porosity factor and void factor for clarity in measurement.

PREREQUISITES

Understanding of Archimedes' principle for volume measurement
Knowledge of density calculations for materials
Familiarity with porosity and void ratio concepts
Basic skills in weighing and measuring solid mixtures

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Material scientists, engineers, and researchers involved in the analysis of solid mixtures and those interested in understanding the properties of materials through porosity measurements.

Feb 14, 2011

frankythebro

how to measure porosity, porosity factor and void factor of a solid mixture?

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Feb 22, 2011

Rafa

Define what means for you porosity factor and void factor.
You can measure de pososity for Arquimedes, it is so simply like weigh and calculate the volumen. If you know the density of real material you can estimate the porosity