Abstract
We present simulations that show that the equilibrium structure of an ideal two-dimensional foam with a finite contact angle develops an inhomogeneity for
high liquid fraction $\phi$. In liquid-liquid emulsions this inhomogeneity is known as flocculation. In the case of an ordered foam this requires a perturbation, but in a disordered foam inhomogeneity grows steadily and spontaneously with $\phi$, as demonstrated in our simulations performed with the Surface Evolver.
high liquid fraction $\phi$. In liquid-liquid emulsions this inhomogeneity is known as flocculation. In the case of an ordered foam this requires a perturbation, but in a disordered foam inhomogeneity grows steadily and spontaneously with $\phi$, as demonstrated in our simulations performed with the Surface Evolver.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 5922-5929 |
Journal | Soft Matter |
Volume | 14 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 04 Jul 2018 |