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Experiments in Fluids
Published in: Experiments in Fluids 6/2017

01-06-2017 | Research Article

Extensional rheometry with a handheld mobile device

Authors: Kristin A. Marshall, Aleesha M. Liedtke, Anika H. Todt, Travis W. Walker

Published in: Experiments in Fluids | Issue 6/2017

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Abstract

The on-site characterization of complex fluids is important for a number of academic and industrial applications. Consequently, a need exists to develop portable rheometers that can provide in the field diagnostics and serve as tools for rapid quality assurance. With the advancement of smartphone technology and the widespread global ownership of smart devices, mobile applications are attractive as platforms for rheological characterization. The present work investigates the use of a smartphone device for the extensional characterization of a series of Boger fluids composed of glycerol/water and poly(ethylene oxide), taking advantage of the increasing high-speed video capabilities (currently up to 240 Hz capture rate at 720p) of smartphone cameras. We report a noticeable difference in the characterization of samples with slight variations in polymer concentration and discuss current device limitations. Potential benefits of a handheld extensional rheometer include its use as a point-of-care diagnostic tool, especially in developing communities, as well as a simple and inexpensive tool for assessing product quality in industry.
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Metadata
Title
Extensional rheometry with a handheld mobile device
Authors
Kristin A. Marshall
Aleesha M. Liedtke
Anika H. Todt
Travis W. Walker
Publication date
01-06-2017
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Experiments in Fluids / Issue 6/2017
Print ISSN: 0723-4864
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1114
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00348-017-2351-9

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