Two-dimensional spreading of frictionless adhesive oil droplets Journal Articles uri icon

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abstract

  • As adhesive oil droplets accumulate in two-dimensions they spread at a constant height. The structure can be described through a ‘granular capillary length’ which sets a fundamental length scale by balancing the forces of adhesion and buoyancy.

publication date

  • May 24, 2023