Abstract
The problem of obtaining asymptotic expressions describing the shape of small sessile and pendant drops is revisited. Both cases display boundary-layer behaviour and the method of matched asymptotic expansions is used to obtain solutions. These give good agreement when compared with numerical results. The sessile solutions are relatively straightforward, while the pendant drop displays a behaviour which is both rich and interesting.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 519-537 |
Number of pages | 19 |
Journal | Journal of Fluid Mechanics |
Volume | 233 |
Issue number | 519 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 1991 |
Externally published | Yes |