Abstract
We consider three-dimensional clusters of equal-volume bubbles packed around a central bubble and calculate their energy and optimal shape. We obtain the surface area and bubble pressures to improve on existing growth laws for three-dimensional bubble clusters. We discuss the possible number of bubbles that can be packed around a central one: the “kissing problem,” here adapted to deformable objects.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Physical Review E |
Volume | 69 |
Issue number | 3 |
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Publication status | Published - 31 Mar 2004 |