Kick's Law Energy Calculation
Calculate specific comminution energy and motor power for coarse grinding using Kick’s empirical law.
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1. Define Input Parameters
2. Engineering Output
Size reduction ratio (R)
- dimensionless
- dimensionless
Specific energy (E)
- kJ·kg⁻¹
- kJ·kg⁻¹
Power (P)
- kW
- kW
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Kick’s law estimates the energy needed for coarse size reduction by relating energy to the logarithm of the size reduction ratio. It is best suited for primary crushing and roller milling where particles remain relatively large and new surface creation is minimal.
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