Abstract
The viscoelastic behavior of a depletion-flocculated dispersion of colloidal spheres is investigated at different volume fractions of the spheres, using a controlled stress and a dynamic rheometer. Combining the results, we obtain the storage G′ and loss G′′ moduli over a frequency range of 0.02<ω<200rad/s. The measured G′ gradually increases with increasing frequency, while G′′ almost remains constant, indicating a broad spectrum of relaxation times. To describe and explain the observed behavior of the moduli as a function of frequency and volume fraction in terms of microscopic parameters, a microrheological model based on the fractal concept is proposed. Comparing experimental results with model calculations, we find a good agreement between the two, with physically plausible parameter values.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 5726-5733 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Physical review E: Statistical physics, plasmas, fluids, and related interdisciplinary topics |
Volume | 1997 |
Issue number | 56 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1997 |
Keywords
- METIS-129204
- IR-73487