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Tesi etd-07012024-171806


Tipo di tesi
Tesi di laurea magistrale
Autore
NAYLOR, DAVID
URN
etd-07012024-171806
Titolo
Extensional Rheology and Stability of Electrospinning Operations for Biopolymer Solutions
Dipartimento
INGEGNERIA CIVILE E INDUSTRIALE
Corso di studi
MATERIALS AND NANOTECHNOLOGY
Relatori
relatore Milazzo, Mario
supervisore Prof.ssa Danti, Serena
tutor McKinley, Gareth
Parole chiave
  • Alginate
  • Complex Fluids
  • Electrospinning
  • Polymers
  • Rheology
Data inizio appello
16/07/2024
Consultabilità
Non consultabile
Data di rilascio
16/07/2094
Riassunto
**Abstract:**

The dynamic control of a fluid material's mechanical properties, such as viscosity and surface tension, is crucial for various applications across industries. Understanding the rheological behavior, especially under different flow conditions, is essential for optimizing the performance of both Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids. Non-Newtonian fluids, including complex fluids with intricate microstructures, exhibit variable viscosity and unique flow characteristics. This paper explores the rheological properties of complex fluids, with a focus on polymer-particle systems and sodium alginate electrospinning solutions. We investigate the factors influencing their behavior, such as polymer molecular weight and concentration, and discuss their applications in nature and industry. Experimental measurements and theoretical discussions provide insights into the mechanical properties and flow dynamics of these complex fluids, aiming to enhance their practical applications.
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