ABSTRACT
Rheology is the science that studies the flow and deformations of solids and fluids under the influence of mechanical forces. To study the rheological behavior of different products, it is necessary to resort to rheometry, which permits knowledge of such behavior and its use in different industry fields. Thus, the rheological measures of a product in the manufacture stage can be useful in quality control. The microstructure of a product can also be correlated with its rheological behavior, allowing development of new materials. Rheometry permits attainment of rheological equations applied in process engineering, particularly unit operations that involve heat and momentum transfer. Finally, knowing the demands of consumers, it is possible to obtain a product that complies with these requirements.
