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The slow motion of two or more spheres through a viscous fluid

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 March 2006

G. J. Kynch
G. J. Kynch
Affiliation:
Department of Mathematics, The Manchester College of Science and Technology
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Abstract

Expressions are derived for the velocity of two spheres, moving slowly under external forces through a viscous fluid, as a function of their separation and radii. They compare favourably with the available experimental data. A discussion of the interactions of three particles and some general comments on the settling of a swarm of spheres are also included.

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Research Article
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Journal of Fluid Mechanics , Volume 5 , Issue 2 , February 1959 , pp. 193 - 208
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© 1959 Cambridge University Press

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