APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR COMBUSTION SYNTHESIS OF NANO-POWDERS

摘要

Apparatus and methods for the combustion synthesis of a nano-powder are disclosed. The apparatus includes a carrier substrate (14) an a solution applicator (21) for impregnating the carrier (14) with a reaction solution. A dryer (22) is adapted to remove at least a portion of a free fluid (e.g. water) from the impregnated paper carrier (14). The dried impregnated carrier (14) is then conveyed to a combustion chamber 926) wherein the impregnated paper (14) is ignited, and a combustion reaction is initiated and maintained. The resultant combustion synthesis of the impregnated carrier (14) forms a nano-powder (48) with a high surface area for use as desired.