Mechanochemical synthesis works by applying mechanical force to a mixture of reactants. This force can break and form chemical bonds, leading to the creation of new compounds. The most common equipment used is the ball mill, where reactant powders are placed in a container with grinding balls. As the container rotates, the balls collide with the powder, causing physical and chemical changes. The process can be finely tuned by adjusting parameters such as milling time, speed, and the type of grinding media used.
