Zhong Yao Cai. 2002 Jan; 25(1): 55-7.

[Superfine comminution technology and its application in the processing of Chinese traditional medicine]

Chen L, Wu Y, Zhang L.

School of Material Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074.

The definition and mechanism of superfine comminution is introduced and the characteristics of equipments in common use for superfine comminution were outlined. The advantages of Chinese traditional medicine processed by superfine comminution are analyzed. The stress was laid on the present state and their advantages and disadvantages of the equipments used in the processing of Chinese traditional medicine. Vibration mill was pointed out to be the optimal equipment for the superfine comminution of Chinese traditional medicine.