Dynamics of Layering Transitions in Confined Liquids
Journal Article
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· Physical Review Letters
Multiple beam interferometry and video microscopy were used to investigate the layering transition of thin liquid films of 1-undecanol confined between atomically smooth mica surfaces. The expulsion of a molecularly thin lubricant layer was followed directly in two dimensions. Overall, the dynamics of the transition follows theoretical predictions based on two-dimensional hydrodynamics. Frequently, pockets of liquid remain trapped inside the contact area at the end of the transition. The trapped pockets undergo shape transformations to minimize elastic and interfacial energy. (c) 2000 The American Physical Society.
- OSTI ID:
- 20216895
- Journal Information:
- Physical Review Letters, Journal Name: Physical Review Letters Journal Issue: 25 Vol. 84; ISSN 0031-9007; ISSN PRLTAO
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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