The Rheophysics and Porous Materials team is composed of 15 researchers, 4 engineers and technicians and around fifteen doctoral and postdoctoral researchers. We are experts in the study and the modelling of divided matter: solid particles, drops, bubbles stacked, or suspended in one or several fluids. We combine experimental, theoretical and finite-element numerical approaches in our studies. Our objects of interest are athermal granular media, pastes, colloidal and non-colloidal suspensions, foams and bubbly media, gels, fibrous materials, capillary systems, porous — notably bio-based — materials, … We mostly work with model materials, designed so that they represent a simplified, generic version of a broad class of materials under study, with clearly identified and well-controlled physical properties. Studying these systems allows a quantitative comparison with simple physical models or numerical simulations designed specifically for them. We aim to find generic, quantitative information from these systems and offer guidance in the design and formulation of a large range of materials in the construction, environment and energy sectors.

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Transport in Porous Media

Bubbly Media and Foams

Granular Media

Colloidal Suspensions and Pastes

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Activity Report (2018-2023)

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The team regularly collaborates with private partners both within industrial partnerships or as a service provider.

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Rheometry Platform

Optical Tweezers

X-ray Microtomography

MRI / NMR Platform

Machine Shop / Design