We also produce emulsions using glass microchips with channel sizes ranging from 15 to 100 micro-meters. This mode of contact enables us to produce droplets of a constant and extremely controlled size.
In addition to this experimental work, Lattice Boltzmann modeling has been developed to predict the morphology and size of the drops formed. LBM schemes are, in fact, highly suitable tools for modeling two-phase or multi-phase flows with moderate Reynolds numbers.
Within the emulsion, the addition of an interfacial polycondensation reaction is an effective way of producing calibrated polymeric capsules with remarkable size monodispersity.
Contacts :
Nelson Ibaseta : nelson.ibaseta@centrale-marseille.fr
Pierrette Guichardon : pierrette.guichardon@centrale-marseille.fr
Umberto d’Ortona : umberto.d-ortona@univ-amu.fr