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FIXATION MECHANISM [1 record]

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Record 1 1982-03-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • General Mechanics (Physics)
CONT

Fixation mechanisms. The fixation of particles on the surface of the filter material is promoted by a slow rate of flow, and is due to physical forces (wedging, cohesion) and to adsorption forces, mainly van der Waals forces.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Mécanique générale (Physique)
CONT

Les mécanismes de fixation. La fixation des particules à la surface du matériau filtrant est favorisée par une faible vitesse d'écoulement. Elle est due à des forces d'origine physique (coincement, cohésion...) et à des forces d'adsorption, principalement les forces de Van der Waals.

Spanish

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