Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Steady, Laminar Flow Between Parallel Plates01:17

Steady, Laminar Flow Between Parallel Plates

743
Understanding steady, laminar flow between parallel plates is essential for analyzing and designing flow in narrow rectangular channels, commonly found in various water conveyance and drainage systems. The Navier-Stokes equations govern fluid motion and are generally challenging to solve due to their nonlinearity. However, simplifications are possible in certain cases, like the steady laminar flow between parallel plates. For this scenario, we assume steady, incompressible, laminar flow.
743
Distribution of Molecular Speeds01:27

Distribution of Molecular Speeds

5.2K
The motion of molecules in a gas is random in magnitude and direction for individual molecules, but a gas of many molecules has a predictable distribution of molecular speeds. This predictable distribution of molecular speeds is known as the Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution. The distribution of molecular speeds in liquids is comparable to that of gases but not identical and can help to understand the phenomenon of the boiling and vapor pressure of a liquid. Consider that a molecule requires a...
5.2K
Maxwell-Boltzmann Distribution: Problem Solving01:20

Maxwell-Boltzmann Distribution: Problem Solving

2.8K
Individual molecules in a gas move in random directions, but a gas containing numerous molecules has a predictable distribution of molecular speeds, which is known as the Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution, f(v).
This distribution function f(v) is defined by saying that the expected number N (v1,v2) of particles with speeds between v1 and v2 is given by
2.8K
Molecular Comparison of Gases, Liquids, and Solids02:26

Molecular Comparison of Gases, Liquids, and Solids

53.0K
Particles in a solid are tightly packed together (fixed shape) and often arranged in a regular pattern; in a liquid, they are close together with no regular arrangement (no fixed shape); in a gas, they are far apart with no regular arrangement (no fixed shape). Particles in a solid vibrate about fixed positions (cannot flow) and do not generally move in relation to one another; in a liquid, they move past each other (can flow) but remain in essentially constant contact; in a gas, they move...
53.0K
The Fluid Mosaic Model01:34

The Fluid Mosaic Model

176.1K
The fluid mosaic model was first proposed as a visual representation of research observations. The model comprises the composition and dynamics of membranes and serves as a foundation for future membrane-related studies. The model depicts the structure of the plasma membrane with a variety of components, which include phospholipids, proteins, and carbohydrates. These integral molecules are loosely bound, defining the cell’s border and providing fluidity for optimal function.
176.1K
Couette Flow01:22

Couette Flow

853
Couette flow represents the flow of fluid between two parallel plates, with one plate fixed and the other moving with a constant velocity. This configuration allows for a simplified analysis using the Navier-Stokes equations, which govern fluid motion under conditions of viscosity and incompressibility. For Couette flow, the assumptions include a steady, laminar, incompressible flow with a zero-pressure gradient in the flow direction. This flow type is beneficial for understanding shear-driven...
853

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Dual-Terminal Stemmed Aptamer Beacon for Label-Free Detection of Aflatoxin B<sub>1</sub> in Broad Bean Paste and Peanut Oil via Aggregation-Induced Emission.

Journal of agricultural and food chemistry·2018
Same author

Risk factors of bloodstream infections in recipients after liver transplantation: a meta-analysis.

Infection·2018
Same author

Investigating the Bioaccessibility and Bioavailability of Cadmium in a Cooked Rice Food Matrix by Using an 11-Day Rapid Caco-2/HT-29 Co-culture Cell Model Combined with an In Vitro Digestion Model.

Biological trace element research·2018
Same author

Poly(vinyl alcohol) hydrogels integrated with cuprous oxide-tannic acid submicroparticles for enhanced mechanical properties and synergetic antibiofouling.

Journal of colloid and interface science·2018
Same author

A Genome-Wide Association Study Reveals Candidate Genes Related to Salt Tolerance in Rice (<i>Oryza sativa</i>) at the Germination Stage.

International journal of molecular sciences·2018
Same author

Risk factors related to metastasis of para-aortic lymph nodes in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma: A retrospective observational study.

Medicine·2018

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 5, 2026

An Analog Macroscopic Technique for Studying Molecular Hydrodynamic Processes in Dense Gases and Liquids
11:03

An Analog Macroscopic Technique for Studying Molecular Hydrodynamic Processes in Dense Gases and Liquids

Published on: December 4, 2017

8.9K

Phase-field-based lattice Boltzmann model for liquid-gas-solid flow.

Qiang He1, Yongjian Li1, Weifeng Huang1

  • 1Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 10084, China.

Physical Review. E
|October 24, 2019
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

A new lattice Boltzmann (LB) model simulates liquid-gas-solid flows using advanced algorithms. This method accurately captures interfacial forces and predicts complex fluid dynamics, validated by experimental data.

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Optimization of Airflow Velocities in Battery Cooling Systems for Enhanced Thermal Performance and Reduced Energy Consumption
10:36

Author Spotlight: Optimization of Airflow Velocities in Battery Cooling Systems for Enhanced Thermal Performance and Reduced Energy Consumption

Published on: November 3, 2023

2.0K
Ultrasound Velocity Measurement in a Liquid Metal Electrode
08:41

Ultrasound Velocity Measurement in a Liquid Metal Electrode

Published on: August 5, 2015

12.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jan 5, 2026

An Analog Macroscopic Technique for Studying Molecular Hydrodynamic Processes in Dense Gases and Liquids
11:03

An Analog Macroscopic Technique for Studying Molecular Hydrodynamic Processes in Dense Gases and Liquids

Published on: December 4, 2017

8.9K
Author Spotlight: Optimization of Airflow Velocities in Battery Cooling Systems for Enhanced Thermal Performance and Reduced Energy Consumption
10:36

Author Spotlight: Optimization of Airflow Velocities in Battery Cooling Systems for Enhanced Thermal Performance and Reduced Energy Consumption

Published on: November 3, 2023

2.0K
Ultrasound Velocity Measurement in a Liquid Metal Electrode
08:41

Ultrasound Velocity Measurement in a Liquid Metal Electrode

Published on: August 5, 2015

12.1K

Area of Science:

  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Multiphase Flow Modeling
  • Particle Dynamics

Background:

  • Accurate simulation of liquid-gas-solid flows is crucial for various engineering applications.
  • Existing models often struggle with complex interfaces and boundary conditions.
  • Phase-field theory provides a robust framework for capturing interface dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a stable and accurate lattice Boltzmann (LB) model for simulating liquid-gas-solid flows.
  • To incorporate multiphase and particle dynamics algorithms for enhanced realism.
  • To validate the model against experimental data and apply it to complex phenomena.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a modified bounce-back method for velocity-based LB.
  • Implementation of a second-order accurate curved boundary treatment using velocity interpolation.
  • Proposal of a predictor-corrector scheme for three-phase contact angle specification on curved boundaries.
  • Combination of implicit particle velocity update and Galilean invariant momentum exchange for stability.

Main Results:

  • The model successfully captures surface tension forces acting on solid structures.
  • Numerical simulations of a sinking cylinder show excellent agreement with experimental data.
  • The method is applied to simulate the self-assembly of floating cylinders on water.

Conclusions:

  • The developed LB model provides a reliable tool for simulating intricate liquid-gas-solid interactions.
  • The incorporation of advanced boundary treatments and stability schemes enhances simulation accuracy.
  • The model's capability is demonstrated through validation and application to a self-assembly process.