Ball milling can be used to induce solid state reactions in a variety
of technologies, including the activation of silicates, inorganic synt
hesis, and mechanical alloying. Mossbauer spectroscopy is a powerful t
ool to study these processes. Some typical examples are discussed in t
his paper, concerning disordering, alloying, and simple chemical react
ions. Many more industrial applications are possible, with ample oppor
tunity for meaningful Mossbauer investigations.