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    Two-dimensional glass transition–like behavior of Janus particle–laden interface

    Year: 2023

    Journal: Rheologica Acta, Volume 62, 01/04/2023

    Authors: Correia, Elton L.; Winter, H. Henning; Razavi, Sepideh

    Keywords: Polymers; Janus particles; BSW spectrum; Interfacial rheology; Particle-laden fluid interfaces; Time-pressure superposition

    Understanding the interactive behavior of Janus particles (JPs) is a growing field of research. The enhancement in binding energy, in comparison to homogenous particles, and the dual characteristic of JPs open up new possibilities for novel applications. In many such applications, interfacial materials become subjected to flows that produce dilational and shear stresses. Therefore, it is important to understand the impact that the Janus character brings to interfaces. In this work, we study the microstructure of two-dimensional (2D) JP monolayers formed at the air–water interface and examine the shear viscoelasticity with an interface rheometer that was adapted for in situ surface pressure control via a Langmuir trough. We extend concepts from bulk rheology to data obtained from interfacial rheology as a tool to understand and predict the monolayer’s viscoelastic behavior. Finally, by calculating the time relaxation spectrum from the measured 2D dynamic moduli, we conclude that a phenomenon similar to glass transition is taking place by analogy.
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