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Title: Multiphase flow and granular mechanics

Journal Article · · Physical Review Fluids (Online)

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. Finally, we conclude this perspective by pointing to fundamental knowledge gaps and exciting avenues of research.

Research Organization:
Massachusetts Inst. of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Science (SC); National Science Foundation (NSF)
Grant/Contract Number:
SC0018357; CMMI-1933416
OSTI ID:
1852614
Journal Information:
Physical Review Fluids (Online), Vol. 5, Issue 11; ISSN 2469-990X
Publisher:
American Physical Society (APS)Copyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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