Optimal strategy of searching the basic component composition of synthetic sodium silicates for microspheres manufacture

The results of the synthesis by the sol-gel technology in an aqueous medium of a sodium silicate mixture for the manufacture of microspheres are presented. It was proved that without high-temperature treatment, crystalline phases were formed, which are marked on the Krachek diagram. A nomogram has been developed, which is recommended for use in glass design for modeling the phase composition for a given silicate modulus and structure connectivity factor, taking into account the influence of Na ₂ O and SiO ₂ on the properties of glass, as well as to determine the area of ??probable glass formation and to optimize the technological process. Tab. 1, ill. 3, bibliography: 8 titles.