RHEOLOGY AND COMPLEX FLUIDS

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This course covers the basic concepts of rheology and the mechanical behavior of fluid systems in engineering applications. It studies rheometers and theoretical aspects of rheology, as well as the basic forces influencing complex fluids and rheology, including van der Waals, electrostatic, and other interactions. Students learn methods of characterizing structure, including scattering techniques, optical polarimetry, and microscopy. (3 credits)