Furman University Scholar Exchange - South Carolina Junior Academy of Science: Graphical Analysis of the Effect of Flow Rate on Complex Fluids

 

Graphical Analysis of the Effect of Flow Rate on Complex Fluids

Author(s)

James DavisFollow

School Name

South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics

Grade Level

12th Grade

Presentation Topic

Mathematics

Presentation Type

Mentored

Oral Presentation Award

3rd Place

Abstract

A complex fluid is a substance whose physical characteristics depend on the organization of microscopic structures, which can be modified by external forces. Almost every fluid within the human body is classified as a complex fluid. Blood and mucus, for example, are essential in ridding the body of pathogens and debris. Investigating how flow rate affects the response of different complex fluids is a critical factor in the understanding of biological functions. In this project we analyze a new class of models designed to couple microstructural components with macroscopic responses.

Location

Founders Hall 140 B

Start Date

3-30-2019 8:30 AM

Presentation Format

Oral Only

Group Project

No

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Mar 30th, 8:30 AM

Graphical Analysis of the Effect of Flow Rate on Complex Fluids

Founders Hall 140 B

A complex fluid is a substance whose physical characteristics depend on the organization of microscopic structures, which can be modified by external forces. Almost every fluid within the human body is classified as a complex fluid. Blood and mucus, for example, are essential in ridding the body of pathogens and debris. Investigating how flow rate affects the response of different complex fluids is a critical factor in the understanding of biological functions. In this project we analyze a new class of models designed to couple microstructural components with macroscopic responses.