The friction of sliding wet textured surfaces: The Bruggeman effective medium approach revisited

Abstract

The mean field fluid dynamics and the friction occurring in the wet sliding contact between inhomogeneous surfaces, characterized by a deterministically repeated pattern of microdefects, are modelled within the Bruggeman effective medium theory. By comparing with the results of an accurate numerical homogenization of the flow equations, and with asymptotic solutions, we discuss the validity of the mean field model and its limitations in relation to the occurrence of clustering and interference effects. Finally, an analytical upgrade to the Bruggeman approach, allowing for inclusion of the clustering effect, is presented and discussed.


Autore Pugliese

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  • Scaraggi M.

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PROCEEDINGS - ROYAL SOCIETY. MATHEMATICAL, PHYSICAL AND ENGINEERING SCIENCES


Anno di pubblicazione

2015

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1471-2946

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26/04/2018


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