Multiphase flow and granular mechanics
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PhysRevFluids.5.110516.pdf
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Author(s)
Juanes, Ruben
Meng, Yue
Primkulov, Bauyrzhan K
Date Issued
October 2020
Journal
Physical Review Fluids
Publisher
American Physical Society (APS)
Citation
Multiphase flow and granular mechanics, Ruben Juanes, Yue Meng, and Bauyrzhan K. Primkulov, Phys. Rev. Fluids 5 (2020) © 2020 American Physical Society.
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Abstract
In this perspective we provide a brief overview of the state of knowledge and recent progress in the area of multiphase flow through deformable granular media. We show, with many examples, that the interplay between viscous, capillary, and frictional forces at the pore scale determines the mode of fluid invasion. We pay particular attention to the central role of wettability on the morphology of granular-pack deformation and failure. Beyond their intrinsic interest as processes that give rise to spectacular pattern formation, these coupled phenomena in granular media can control continental-scale fluxes like methane venting from the seafloor and geohazards like earthquakes and landslides. We conclude this perspective by pointing to fundamental knowledge gaps and exciting avenues of research.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
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https://doi.org/10.1103/PHYSREVFLUIDS.5.110516
