A liquid meniscus between two lyophilic solid surfaces causes an attractive force, the
capillary force. The meniscus can form by capillary condensation or by accumulation of …

A general introduction to surface and interfacial forces, perfectly combining theoretical
concepts, experimental techniques and practical applications. In this completely updated …

Adhesion and friction between solids in ambient air control applications such as precision
positioning and traction of tires. For all practical surfaces, the interfaces between solids are …

The present work uses a micromechanical force apparatus to directly measure cyclopentane
clathrate hydrate cohesive force and hydrate-steel adhesive force, as a function of contact …

Molecular dynamics simulations were employed to study the structure of molecularly thin
films of antiagglomerants adsorbed at the interface between sII methane hydrates and a …

Background Surface topography strongly modifies adhesion of hard-material contacts, yet
roughness of real surfaces typically exists over many length scales, and it is not clear which …

NASA seeks to develop technologies to mitigate dust accumulation from planetary surfaces
on robotic and human systems hardware during planned space exploration missions. With a …

Adhesion due to the formation of meniscus bridges has been of interest since the early 20th
century. Extensive studies have been carried out analytically and numerically. Adhesive or …

Interfacial interactions between liquid–solid and solid–solid phases/surfaces are of
fundamental importance to the formation of hydrate deposits in oil and gas pipelines. This …

Geckos have developed foot pads that allow them to maintain their unique climbing ability
despite vast differences of surfaces and environments, from dry desert to humid rainforest …