Advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles: a review
Abstract Recent advancements in nano-enhanced froth flotation technology have significantly transformed the mineral processing landscape, particularly in the efficient recovery of fine mineral particles. This paper provides a comprehensive review of published literature regarding recent advancements...
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| author | Tendesai Sigauke Oluwagbenga T. Johnson Victoria L. Ndeshimona Melvin M. Mashingaidze |
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| description | Abstract Recent advancements in nano-enhanced froth flotation technology have significantly transformed the mineral processing landscape, particularly in the efficient recovery of fine mineral particles. This paper provides a comprehensive review of published literature regarding recent advancements in nanotechnology aimed at improving the flotation of fine minerals. The integration of nanobubbles and nanoparticles such as collectors, depressants, and frothers into conventional froth flotation systems, has been found to improve both the efficiency and selectivity of fine particle separation. The effects of nanoparticles (NPs) and nanobubbles (NBs) on the flotation of fine minerals are also examined. NPs and NBs can enhance the hydrophobicity selectivity of targeted minerals, thereby improving the performance of mineral flotation. The synthesis and characterization methods of the nanoparticles are also briefly outlined. Furthermore, the implications of nanotoxicology, addressing potential environmental and health concerns associated with the use of nanomaterials are also highlighted. This review highlights notable advancements in the application of nanoparticles and nanobubbles in the flotation of minerals, indicating their potential to enhance or replace the traditional reagents that are currently utilized. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-7110ea2a501448cfbf19d90efd30ed502025-08-20T02:11:42ZengSpringerDiscover Applied Sciences3004-92612025-04-017412010.1007/s42452-025-06835-3Advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles: a reviewTendesai Sigauke0Oluwagbenga T. Johnson1Victoria L. Ndeshimona2Melvin M. Mashingaidze3Department of Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering, University of NamibiaDepartment of Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering, University of NamibiaDepartment of Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering, University of NamibiaDepartment of Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering, University of NamibiaAbstract Recent advancements in nano-enhanced froth flotation technology have significantly transformed the mineral processing landscape, particularly in the efficient recovery of fine mineral particles. This paper provides a comprehensive review of published literature regarding recent advancements in nanotechnology aimed at improving the flotation of fine minerals. The integration of nanobubbles and nanoparticles such as collectors, depressants, and frothers into conventional froth flotation systems, has been found to improve both the efficiency and selectivity of fine particle separation. The effects of nanoparticles (NPs) and nanobubbles (NBs) on the flotation of fine minerals are also examined. NPs and NBs can enhance the hydrophobicity selectivity of targeted minerals, thereby improving the performance of mineral flotation. The synthesis and characterization methods of the nanoparticles are also briefly outlined. Furthermore, the implications of nanotoxicology, addressing potential environmental and health concerns associated with the use of nanomaterials are also highlighted. This review highlights notable advancements in the application of nanoparticles and nanobubbles in the flotation of minerals, indicating their potential to enhance or replace the traditional reagents that are currently utilized.https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-06835-3NanotechnologyNanoparticlesNanobubblesNanotoxicologyNano-enhanced froth flotation |
| spellingShingle | Tendesai Sigauke Oluwagbenga T. Johnson Victoria L. Ndeshimona Melvin M. Mashingaidze Advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles: a review Discover Applied Sciences Nanotechnology Nanoparticles Nanobubbles Nanotoxicology Nano-enhanced froth flotation |
| title | Advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles: a review |
| title_full | Advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles: a review |
| title_fullStr | Advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles: a review |
| title_full_unstemmed | Advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles: a review |
| title_short | Advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles: a review |
| title_sort | advancements in nanotechnology for the enhanced flotation of fine mineral particles a review |
| topic | Nanotechnology Nanoparticles Nanobubbles Nanotoxicology Nano-enhanced froth flotation |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-06835-3 |
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