Magnetic field induced inversion in the effect of particle size on powder cohesiveness

Experimental measurements are reported on the tensile yield stress of magnetofluidized beds of fine magnetic powders operated in the cross-flow configuration. In the absence of externally applied magnetic field the yield stress of the powder depends on particle size as expected, i.e., it increases a...

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Published in:The Journal of chemical physics 2010-07, Vol.133 (2), p.024706-024706-5
Main Authors: Espin, M. J., Valverde, J. M., Quintanilla, M. A. S., Castellanos, A.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Experimental measurements are reported on the tensile yield stress of magnetofluidized beds of fine magnetic powders operated in the cross-flow configuration. In the absence of externally applied magnetic field the yield stress of the powder depends on particle size as expected, i.e., it increases as bead size is decreased. This trend is however inverted when an external magnetic field is applied. It is suggested that the average orientation of interparticle contacts relative to the direction of the field as affected by particle size plays a relevant role on the magnetic yield stress of these systems.
ISSN:0021-9606
1089-7690
DOI:10.1063/1.3458002