Multiphysics NMR correlation spectroscopy

One hallmark of modern nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy is the use of multi-dimensional correlation experiments typically with only spin Hamiltonians. However, spin systems may be affected by interactions and processes that are not controlled through the spin degree of freedom. This paper demonstrates a correlation spectroscopy between two different physical processes, one is NMR spin dynamics, and the other capillary drainage for the study of porous materials. We show that such a correlation experiment produces a joint capillary pressure (P_c) and NMR relaxation (T₂) correlation function, P_c-T₂ map that probes how pores are connected, an insight not available in conventional NMR or capillary experiments.