Rolling particles make suspensions more fluid Date: April 10, 2025 Source: ETH Zurich Summary: Materials scientists are measuring the rolling friction of tiny, micrometer-sized particles.

Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume. Friction is a force that exists when two surfaces rub up against each other. For example, this cup ...

ETH Zurich scientists measure rolling friction in micrometer-sized particles, ... Beneficiaries could include, for example, the concrete sector or microelectronics producers.